In the flow ... now

Look not always toward the future, nor focus on the past. You live only in the present moment. This is all you have. You cause yourself needless worry wondering what will happen days and weeks from now. Realize that you are the creator of now. As a creator, each now that builds upon the other is yours. How do you choose to live in this moment?

When you choose to recognize your true power as a focus of Consciousness and begin to express your true nature as a loving spirit-being, then you begin to experience the perfection of life. As you see your dreams fall into place, then you can relax. With the realization that all is in perfect order always, you know that future now-moments will flow perfectly, without needless worry. You will see the past as now-moments when you were not in the flow. Rather than looking on those moments with regret, see them with loving gratitude for the lessons that they were.

Step into the flow now and create each now-moment with joy and peace—your true birthrights.

The Spectrum of Reality

What is reality? Do you think you have the answer? To you, what is real is that which you perceive. Do your dreams not feel real to you whilst you are dreaming? In that moment, that is your reality. Your dreams elicit emotions just as those in what you call “real life.” Hear us now: the waking state is but one level on a very wide spectrum of reality. By broadening your beliefs, you are able to experience more of this spectrum.

Your loved ones who have passed continue to experience reality. Their reality is as real to them as your waking state and your dreams are to you. You cannot perceive their reality whilst in the waking state, just as you cannot perceive an x-ray or a micro-wave. This inability to perceive does not mean these other realities do not exist.

There will come a time when you do perceive realities beyond your present one … be it through meditation, a trance state, or the transition you call death. Fear none of these. They merely represent your continued growth and travel along the great spectrum of Life.

The Power of Belief

Belief makes all things possible. When you were a child and you lost a tooth, were not fairies real? When you no longer needed fairies or a white bearded man to bring you gifts, you moved on to believing in other things. What do you believe in now? Do you believe in the innate goodness of mankind, or do you believe mankind is doomed to fail? Your beliefs create reality. Pay attention to what you tell yourself, for these very thoughts shape your world and shape your very body.

When you truly believe you can do something, that is when you do it. If you cannot do it, dig beneath the surface and look for the word “cannot.” Experiment with your God-given power of creation. Play with “can” and “cannot.” Once you realize the power you have to create and the power you have to limit your own creation, then you will begin to move mountains.

Loving Intelligence

There is a connection between every living thing. You do not need a heartbeat to feel it. Simply look at the beauty of nature—the intricate design of tiny plants, the marvelous physiology of the animal kingdom, the perfection of the human body … Imagine the brilliance of the Mind that designed all of this. Now ask yourself—could the same Mind that designed a rose, and a lily, and a shimmering lake, and a beautiful baby not be the essence of love, itself?

All that is arises from a field of pure potential. Before anything arises, there is nothing but Loving Intelligence. You are a part of that Loving Intelligence. You have sprung from that Source with that intelligent mind and that loving essence as your inheritance. Use these attributes to appreciate the other offspring of the Source that surround you. Touch a flower today and give thanks. Touch a face today and give thanks. Touch someone’s soul today and give thanks that you are sharing in this great thing you call Life.

Never Alone

Never fear that you’re alone.
It matters not how far from home.
Whether you’re around or distant
Of this point we are insistent—

You’re always linked within the mind.
Here the connection you will find.
You only THINK you need the touch,
But this truly matters not so much.

Close your eyes and picture clearly
Those you hold forever dearly.
Can you not create anew
The feelings that they bring to you?

This is the power of the soul
To take two halves and make a whole.
For in the end are ne’er apart
Who once were joined within the heart.

So when you find your steps are weary
And perhaps you’re feeling slightly teary
Go within and seek relief
All it takes is your belief.

Conjure up an image true
And in your mind will come to you
The vision of the one you miss…
Imagine that you send a kiss.

If this you do, then don’t you see
That it’s your thoughts that set you free.
For in an instant you create
The love inside for which you wait.

On "Allowing"

Note from Suzanne: This morning I posed a question to Sanaya from a friend: “How should we allow what is, without at the same time becoming passive in our lives to events?”

You must first recognize that the act of allowing does not mean that you condone all that you observe. It is the same as the act of forgiveness. It both cases, you need neither condone nor agree. By allowing, you are saying, “I see that this reality is unfolding in this way. This is but another expression of Consciousness.”

Mankind is gifted with free will to express Consciousness. Oft times, this expression results in that which is less than the qualities of goodness and light. All is part of the play of Life. By observing darkness, you can better appreciate the light. You, through your choice, can choose to take action or to remain passive, but by allowing Life to play out, you align yourself more closely with the Observer.

Realize that when more than one follow their individual paths of creation, often these paths will conflict. Allow the other paths to twist and turn as they will. You have the choice whether or not to take on a cause—to get involved in paths outside of your own. Always, when you make such a choice, it should be from the heart, with the intention of furthering love.

To allow does not mean that you must always sit back and take no action. It simply means that you recognize that all is simply the play of Life will all of its dualities. To which end of the spectrum will you lean? Toward the dark or the light? When you do not resist, but allow, you are free to choose.

Never Apart

It is in doing nothing
That you accomplish the most,
And not from the achievements
Of which you do boast.

It’s the act of non-doing
That makes activity cease,
And there—in not trying
Do your thoughts you release.

When the mind wants to wander
It’s then you stand still.
You can quiet it not
With the force of your will.

Focus then on the breath—
On the in and out flow…
A movement quite natural,
With no need to blow.

Simply watch as the air
Like the life force does move.
This quite simple action
Your calm does improve.

It is there in the silence—
The gap between breathing
That you find all your thoughts
And your tension are leaving.

For it’s when all the thoughts
That do run through your mind
You do finally quiet
That your soul you can find.

Pause each day and do try
Just a while to time spend
And you’ll find all your problems
Will begin then to mend.

For deep in the soul
Where pure love does reside
Is the Source of Creation—
Right there, deep inside.

When this place you do visit
Then you know in your heart
That you and the Creator
Are never apart.

Like the Master

Jesus is the one so many of you worship—and for good reason. He is one who walked upon your earth, cloaked in human vestments, yet one who understood the truth—that man is God with a body. “I and the Father are one,” said the Nazarene. But did he not also say, “These things I do and far greater can you do”? This wise master walked among you to teach the greatest lessons of your life, and still he walks among you.

Use this great master as your model. Can you think of one better? If you were to love all of mankind as you love God, with your heart and soul, judging no one, treating all with equal kindness and compassion, would you then not be as the Father?

Be careful of the metaphors which make the Father into a human image in your mind. Maintain, instead, the quiet knowingness that this loving, ever-present, ever-caring, father-like Force flows within your every cell—aware of you, giving you life. But this Force has no arms, no legs, no eyes, nor ears. For this you are here. Go forth as did Jesus—walking, talking, seeing the world through the eyes of a human, but knowing with no question that you walk as the Father and for the Father, and as such, you cannot fall.

Be the Spark

Repetition is a necessary element of learning. Do not your beliefs become cemented in the subconscious mind through repeated exposure? For many years you have told yourself the same falsehoods—that you are a separate individual with no connection to those around you. And so it is that we now repeat to you repeatedly the truths of the spirit.

You are nothing but energy—a vibrating wave of consciousness. If you could see this energy, you would not need the repetitious message. You would realize immediately how very intertwined is your energy with all others. It is impossible to separate that which you call “you” from “them.” What you do and think affects all others. Your thoughts, beliefs, and subsequent actions become part of the Whole.

You complain about the state of the world. You think you cannot make a difference. Hear us as we repeat and repeat this truth: All is One. There is only one Mind and you are a focus of that one Divine Consciousness. To raise the vibration of the whole, begin with yourself. You can and do make a difference. The light of one firefly triggers those around it until the night is bright with light. Shine as brightly as you can at all times and be the spark that ignites those around you.

Note from Suzanne: after receiving this message, I did a search for "firefly behavior." I was not aware if "the light of one firefly triggers those around it." Sanaya knows what she's talking about! The female firefly flashes first, triggering the male(s) to respond. She then chooses the mate with the best flashing pattern! Pretty cool message!

The Flow of Money

Money flows as does your breath—ever in and out. When you hold your breath, soon you gasp and need to take in more. When you hold onto your money, afraid to spend it, you are expressing fear. Money is energy, as is all else in your world. Allow it to flow in and out of your life freely—without constriction—and you will never be without.

Abundance is the natural state of life. There is enough of all that you need. It is only your false beliefs which you have accepted as truths concerning the availability of money which cause fear to arise. Release the fear and see the money flowing in and out freely. Spend it with happiness, knowing that all you need is always provided, and so it shall be. Examine your thoughts and fears. At the same time, bring to the surface the truths you have learned about spirit and energy, and about your ability to create your desires with your thoughts.

You are an expression of the Creator. If you wish to have abundance, banish all thought of lack and create the positive flow of abundance. What you see around you is what you have created with your thoughts. Create anew in every moment. You are far richer than you ever imagined.

Note from Suzanne: I find it quite interesting to compare today's message with yesterday's poem. Both are about money, but with different ways of looking at it. I see this as showing us that money is not a bad thing -- it is simply energy--and evidence of what we can create as co-creators. However, as yesterday's poem says, we should never lose sight of what is really important and who we really are.

There, Just Waiting

Two cars, a house, and a cat—
Can you imagine a life like that?
It seems to be the American dream
But are those inside as content as they seem?

Be wary of placing great value on things.
Know, instead, that which happiness brings.
It’s the spirit inside that is with you right now—
Waiting to make a grand entrance with a theatrical bow.

“It is I who your attention does seek.
Here all along, if you only would peek.
I require no money, no lavish attention.
Just your desire to know me, may it be your intention.”

Knowing this you can find what you seek in your heart—
That feeling that money will never impart.
It’s the secret of life, yet just waiting for all.
The gifts of the spirit await those who do call.

Set aside all your treasures and then you will see
That even with nothing, quite rich can you be.
For love is the thing that lies at your core.
It is there awaiting, when you knock at its door.

Order Amidst Chaos

Watch the weather patterns. See how they change and how unpredictable they are when you look any farther forward than a few days of your time. Yet, in the unpredictability, do you not also see predictable patterns? Your weather repeats itself in predictable cycles … reliable patterns which allow you to plan and give you a bit of a sense of security. You are frightened by howling winds, black skies, and raging waters, but are these not always followed by a gentle calm and the emergence of the sun?

All of Life exhibits order such as you see in your weather. All of Life is a series of predictable cycles. Could this be an accident? Of course not. There is a Divine Intelligence bringing order to all Life. You are part of that Intelligence.

When your life seems chaotic and out of control … when storms rage inside you … know that amidst the chaos there is order. Were this not so, all would disintegrate completely. When darkness befalls you, know that it and you are an integral part of Life and that the sun will truly rise again.

Eternal Patience

You say that patience is a virtue. Why is this? Because those who are inpatient do not truly understand the truths of the spirit. Impatience is an attribute of your world only—for only in your world do you experience time and the false illusion that there is not enough time. In our world, time is of no consequence. If you could step outside the bonds of the body and see the perfection—how each piece of the puzzle fits with precision into the next—you would have no need for this word “patience.” You would know that all is in perfect order, and that what you need is coming to you perfectly.

When you find yourself acting impatiently, be grateful for this recognition. It is a reminder that you have forgotten who you are—an eternal spirit-being—and you have forgotten to trust. Remind yourself, “There is always enough time” (for time is an illusion, anyway), and surrender your angst. There, in the absence of rushing and demands which you have placed upon outcomes, you will find the doorway to peace … the doorway to your soul, which is infinite and infinitely patient with you.

The Ups and Downs of Life

Behold the ever-changing landscape of your life. What you first traversed as mountains, over time and distance flattened into smaller hills with fewer valleys. Soon, as you continue along your path, you will walk quietly through fields of fragrant flowers, traveling with ease. This is the path of life. Rarely is it easy going. Quite often you do stumble, but always do you pick yourself up and continue on. The bruises and the aches do fortify you, for you learn in this way just how strong you really are.

If your path were straight and easy going from the start, you would not grow nearly as strong nor able to recognize your growth as you have from the more challenging road you have chosen. While you may not enjoy your steps as you climb the mountains, rejoice when you reach the summit. Enjoy the glorious view, but while you are there, lean down and give your hand to another who is still climbing.

Do not fear that yet another valley lies ahead. There will always be peaks and valleys whilst you traverse this ever-changing landscape. This is the very nature of your journey. With this awareness, journey on and revel in the change, for what does it mean, but that you are alive!

Crying Out For Love

Babies cry when they need attention. Some things do not change as you grow older. Do you not cry out for attention, only not necessarily always with tears? So many acts which are contrary to your true nature as the expression of Spirit are merely cries for attention. Substitute the word “love” for “attention.” Is this not what all who act angrily and fearfully and rudely are crying out for?

If you at times are guilty of such transgressions, you need merely look inside and there you will find the source of all you are crying for. The fear, anger, and rudeness mask the love and constrict its flow. Remove these blockages, and you will find that you have no further need to cry. You are now free to dry the tears of others and free them of their constriction.

What goes around does truly come around again and again. Ensure that what goes around is love, and watch it come around to you.

When it Itches

What is an itch, but an irritation—a knocking at the door of your consciousness that something needs attention. “Scratch me,” it says. “Take care of me now.” It is a physical attention-grabber, but are you not given mental itches throughout your day?

Pay attention to the subtle itches in your mind. What are they saying to you? You will find these gentle nudges are reminders to express your loving nature. “Excuse me,” the itch will say. “but perhaps you could be a bit more understanding of that other’s circumstances …” And when you scratch this gentle itch, do you not see relief for both you and the other?

This inner itch is the voice of your soul, reminding you of what is truly important in life. In what you call the “real world,” you apply creams and ointments to squelch the itch—balms which only treat the effect and not the cause. In your spiritual awareness, remain ever vigilant for that inner itching and respond—not by covering up the itch—but by expressing the source of that itch, which is always love.

Beyond the Brain

Whether near or far, your loved ones are never any farther than your thoughts. Do you hear the chime of a bell when someone comes to your door? This is like unto what we experience when you think of us in our world of pure energy. You—as a spirit-being in your physical world—have the benefit of a spirit body and a physical body. Those who have crossed to our realm have only the spirit body, but less is far more in this case. Without the impediment of the dense vibrations of physical matter interfering with thought vibrations of the spirit-body, we are free to manifest our thoughts far faster.

If you can train the brain to be quiet now and then, you can access our world with the mind—keeping in mind that the brain and the mind are quite separate. It is in these moments when you step beyond the boundaries of the brain that you experience a bit of what awaits you. For now, rest assured that in the eternal minds of those you love who have made the transition, you remain ever on their mind. They are not near and not far, but wherever you are. Send them loving thoughts and you are speaking their language. Your loving words become an embrace. Your walk down Memory Lane in your mind is a tangible visit from our point of view. You cannot waste a thought, for it is there that your loved ones reside.

That which you call thinking,
Occurs without the brain.
When you die to your world,
Your mind it does remain.

Know this now,
And have no fear.
Those you thought were lost,
Are still quite near.

Arise From the Depths

You beat the chest and declare, “Am I not great? Do you see how special I am? Better than the others, and you had better recognize this!” From where does this need to feel special arise? From the illusion of separation. If you were to understand that all beings are expressions of the one Spirit—simply different facets of the same jewel—you would have no need to point out your beauty.

You had the experience of the reuniting of 33 men with their loved ones after a long period of separation. Their return was the result of the combined efforts of many—across borders, across nationalities … all facets of the jewel combining their gifts to help their fellow man. What does it matter from where came the help? Take away the flags. Take away the language barriers, and what are you left with? The raw material of love. Did you not see the common essence of all humanity in this episode?

Beat not the chest and say, “Look at me! I am special! Look at my country … it is the best!” The need to proclaim this arises from fear—fear that you will be perceived as less than you are and therefore will not be loved. Do you see the illusion? Arise from the depths of darkness as these 33 souls did do, and see the light. There is nothing but love, and that love does join you all.

Come Out of Your Shell

Homebound … a word you use for those who must remain within the boundaries of a physical dwelling. Some feel trapped in this state, for they cannot exercise their freedom to get out and about and interact with the world. Many are homebound in a different sense and do not realize it. The physical body is your temporary home whilst enjoying this physical existence. Those who see it as the border of their existence often hide inside it as a turtle in a shell. They withdraw into the perceived safety of the body, averting the eyes, clamping shut the mouth, and thus closing the doors to the outside world.

The body is a communication tool. Could you but see that you as a spirit-being are not trapped at all, but are in fact constantly interacting with all that is, you would not be so quick to retreat inside. For your true Self is a loving being, as is that of every other soul on earth. When you use the physical body to separate yourself and close off the conscious interaction, you cheat yourself of the conscious experience of love. At a soul level, one soul greets another and says, “Hail, Brother! I love you. I will see you later, when this deluded being sheds its shell. Until then, be well.”

Allow your spirit to be free now. Do not make it wait to fully express its loving nature. Come out of your shell. Look another in the eye and say aloud, “Hello, my friend. I love you. Thank you for being in my life. How may I help you today?” Be not homebound, but set yourself free with love.

Food for the Soul

“There is nothing new under the sun” – yet another of your expressions. Nothing that we say to you here may strike you as new or novel. In fact, much may seem quite repetitious. There is a method in our madness. Through the repetition, the ideas are cemented in your consciousness. For most of your lives you have been feeding your subconscious with beliefs that did not bolster the soul, but the ego, instead. It is time now to feed the soul.

Nothing new here may be said, yet does the soul not hunger for these tidbits, doled out with love and just when you need them most? The words feed the hunger, for the soul knows exactly the nourishment it needs. Just as your body is made of proteins and fats, it needs more of the same to grow. And just as your soul is love and goodness at its essence, it grows through feeding it thoughts of goodness and love—by feeding it the very vibration of love which grows simply by reading these words.

It matters not if the words are new or if they have been heard a thousand times … the vibrations they set in motion in the soul are like chocolate to the taste buds. Feed well on these vibrations. No need for a diet here, beloved. Feast away on the love … the only ingredient of which the soul can never get or give enough.