tag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:/blogs/thoughts-to-shareMy Blog2020-05-10T08:00:00-04:00NuDawn Entertainmentfalsetag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/63081792020-05-09T16:19:35-04:002020-05-15T23:35:46-04:00What does it actually mean to be a mother? <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/428554/3eeccbc8c1e456bf3043c39b17475abc0373fd60/original/in-studio.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsInNtYWxsIl1d.jpg" class="size_s justify_left border_" /></p>
<p>On this special Mother's Day, let us explore this question...</p>
<p>Once you click on the title above, click the play button for the podcast and thank you for listening! Please stay safe and have the greatest Mother's Day ever!</p>
<p> </p>11:26NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872082020-05-07T15:58:49-04:002020-05-08T15:59:48-04:00Happy Mother's Day!<p>Dear Mothers,</p>
<p>You are so very special, unique and vital to the nuturing of our souls. Mothers come in all forms, shapes, pesonalities and some, not even through birth. Birthing doesn't make a woman a mom, mothering does. Even women who have never given birth, but have continuously watered and nurtured hearts, souls and spirits are considered mothers!</p>
<p>So on this special day, when we "officially" recognize all beautiful mothers, let me take a moment to say, you wonderful woman...Happy Mother's Day! I wish you many blessings and on this day and each day forward with all the love in my heart!</p>
<p>Love, NuDawn</p>NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872122019-03-11T00:00:00-04:002020-05-07T16:07:09-04:00First Steps to Healing<p>February 26, 2019…woke up at 1:00 in the morning…my mind racing again. Wide-eyed and in no danger of falling back to sleep, I felt compelled to grab my laptop. Knowing it was a week night and I had to be at work in a few hours didn’t matter to me in the least. I felt possessed and before I knew what was happening, the storm raging inside my mind and heart combusted and began to flow out of my fingertips stroking the lit keys in the dark…</p>
<p>When I was younger, I thought life would be so better defined as I grew older. In my early 20's I believed when I hit my 50's I would have attained a great understanding of the world; life would be settled for myself and my children and I would grow old with my husband enjoying life by the seaside. My expectations were sky high and I was very disappointed.What I've realized is that you need to be a soldier to continue on in this life as you grow older and go through so many of life's experiences. There will be some moments of awesome times that will be so joyful, full of family, friends, silliness and love. Relish in them and realize how blessed you are to have those moments because they are sprinkled few and far between.</p>
<p>More likely you will experience many cruel tragedies. Most of these will be not of your creation, but a devastating ripple effect of someone else's choice or actions. It may even be no one's fault per-say, just one of those damned awful things that happen in life. Or...it may be something you had a hand in and now karma is bringing it back to you.Whatever the case may be (and I'm speaking from my own experience here), when you're young, most of you will shake it off and 'keep it moving' - you feel invincible and it's easy to start over and tell yourself "I'm not going to let that experience change who I am on the inside." Positive feelings that come easy for you when you're younger (happiness, joy, playfulness, adventure, trust in yourself and others) are free flowing because you're still somewhat innocent to the harsh realities of life.</p>
<p>But, one by one, this innocence starts to corrode with each hurtful and life-changing event you experience. It starts to become a real challenge to regroup your mind, soul and life to get back on track, but with your faith you're able to refocus and you move on.Now you're almost a senior citizen and have had to love and fight your way through many trials. Your mind is still young, but your body is getting tired and you just want to spend the rest of your life in peace. Then suddenly, one of the most unbearable events you never imaged would happen...happens. You had no control over it and yet it has shaken you to the core and literally stopped you right at that horrific moment from moving forward in your life. Oh yes...you continue to imitate life; continue to get up work, smile, interact with others and fill yourself with positive statements while you listen to others trying their best to find the right words of love and support. You tell yourself you must be strong for your family, your children and grandchildren; to assure them you will be alright...but deep down inside yourself...you are frozen, you are alone in the dark and wilderness...you are lost. You scream out to the one thing that has always carried you through to this moment...your faith. But no words permeate from your soul...even it has abandoned you. What is it you do in that moment?</p>
<p>NOTE TO SELF: This is the moment that will define the remainder of your life…</p>NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872092010-05-11T00:00:00-04:002020-05-08T16:00:52-04:00Pain in Our Lives...<p>Remember, the pain that you experience now is always some form of nonacceptance - a resistance to what is in our lives that takes place in our mind. The more you are able to accept the <span style="color:#8e44ad;">now</span>, the more you will become free of pain and free of the egoic mind. (The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle)</p>
<p>Wow, that's a huge statement. Let's try to break that down a bit.</p>NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872072010-04-23T00:00:00-04:002020-05-07T15:48:35-04:00Letting Go - by TD Jakes<p>There are people who can walk away from you. And hear me when I tell you this! When people can walk away from you: let them walk. I don't want you to try to talk another person into staying with you, loving you, calling you, caring about you, coming to see you, staying attached to you. I mean hang up the phone. When people can walk away from you let them walk. Your destiny is never tied to anybody that left. The bible said that, they came out from us that it might be made manifest that they were not for us. For had they been of us, no doubt they would have continued with us. [1 John 2:19]</p>
<p>People leave you because they are not joined to you. And if they are not joined to you, you can't make them stay. Let them go. And it doesn't mean that they are a bad person it just means that their part in the story is over. And you've got to know when people's part in your story is over so that you don't keep trying to raise the dead.. You've got to know when it's dead. You've got to know when it's over. Let me tell you something.. I've got the gift of good-bye. It's the tenth spiritual gift, I believe in good-bye.. It's not that I'm hateful, it's that I'm faithful, and I know whatever God means for me to have He'll give it to me. And if it takes too much sweat I don't need it.. Stop begging people to stay. Let them go!! If you are holding on to something that doesn't belong to you and was never intended for your life, then you need to...LET IT GO!!! If you are holding on to past hurts and pains ...LET IT GO!!! If someone can't treat you right, love you back, and see your worth...LET IT GO!!! If someone has angered you...LET IT GO!!! If you are holding on to some thoughts of evil and revenge...LET IT GO!!! If you are involved in a wrong relationship or addiction...LET IT GO!!! If you are holding on to a job that no longer meets your needs or talents...LET IT GO!!! If you have a bad attitude...LET IT GO!!! If you keep judging others to make yourself feel better...LET IT GO!!! If you're stuck in the past and God is trying to take you to a new level in Him... LET IT GO!!! If you are struggling with the healing of a broken relationship...LET IT GO!!! If you keep trying to help someone who won't even try to help themselves...LET IT GO!!! If you're feeling depressed and stressed ...LET IT GO!!! If there is a particular situation that you are so used to handling yourself and God is saying 'take your hands off of it,' then you need to...LET IT GO!!! 'The Battle is the Lord's!'</p>NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872062010-04-18T14:25:14-04:002019-12-25T07:38:19-05:00Two Wolves
<p>One evening an old Apache told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, "My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all.
"One is Evil - It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.”
The other is The Spirit - It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith."
The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather: "Which wolf wins?" The old Apache simply replied, "The one you feed...”</p>
NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872052010-04-17T02:57:30-04:002019-12-25T07:38:19-05:00Working Miracles
<p>The enemy was smiling with glee,
he had stolen my hope and faith from me.
I had fought the battle and could do no more.
In despair and emptiness, I locked my heart's door.
But the Lord in his love was smiling too.
Listen closely, God says...
Now I can work miracles in you!
Written by my mother, Pat Grady</p>
NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872042010-04-13T04:46:36-04:002019-12-25T07:38:19-05:00You're Going to be Fine
<p>When things are not right in your life, they're not right in mine.
So whatever you're feeling, I'm feeling it, too; I know you're going to be fine.
Just take it easy; rest for a change. Tell me what to do, you knowo the ropes.
When it seems like your world is falling apart, lean on me; I'll carry your hopes.
No matter what you're going through, you can count on me all the way.
Ask me anything, and I'll do it for you...I'll listen, I'll care and I'll pray. I know you're going to be fine!</p>
NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872032010-04-07T02:28:18-04:002019-12-25T07:38:19-05:00One Flaw in Women
<p>Women have strengths that amaze men......
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness, love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in..
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about
a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they
think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss
can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what
makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their
family and friends.
Women have vital things to say
and everything to give.
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
Please pass this along to all your women friends and relatives.</p>
NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872022010-03-30T01:20:00-04:002020-05-07T15:46:59-04:00A Woman's Worth<p>"As a woman in this day and age, I am in a position to ask a man what he can do for me that I can't do for myself. I pay my own bills. I take care of my household without the help of any man...or woman for that matter. I am in the position to ask, "What can you bring to the table?" The man looked at her. Clearly he thought that she was referring to money. She quickly corrected his thought and stated, "I am not referring to money. "I need something more. I need a man who is striving for perfection in every aspect of life. "He sat back in his chair, folded his arms, and asked her to explain. She said, "I am looking for someone who is striving for perfection mentally because I need conversation and mental stimulation. I don't need a simple-minded man. I am looking for someone who is striving for perfection spiritually because I don't need to be unequally yoked...believers mixed with unbelievers is a recipe for disaster. I need a man who is striving for perfection financially because I don't need a financial burden. I am looking for someone who is sensitive enough to understand what I go through as a woman, but strong enough to keep me grounded. I am looking for someone who I can respect. In order to be submissive, I must respect him. I cannot be submissive to a man who isn't taking care of his business. I have no problem being submissive...he just has to be worthy. God made woman to be a helpmate for man. I can't help a man if he can't help himself. When she finished her spill, she looked at him. He sat there with a puzzled look on his face. He said, "You are asking a lot. She replied, "I'm worth a lot."</p>NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872012010-03-05T00:00:00-05:002020-05-07T15:49:29-04:00Our Quest for Energy<p>We are involved in a real human condition at this time. With all living creatures, energy (our life-force) is the one thing we all want and need. Unfortunately, we humans are stuck battling for it with each other instead of finding it within ourselves. What do I mean by this? Have you ever felt someone trying to overpower or dominate you? Do they leave you feeling weak, unhappy, unsure of yourself and empty? This is what it feels like when someone (whether they know it or not) takes your energy. What we have yet to realize as a species is that we have a neverending source of energy inside ourselves replenished by God and we are suppose to GIVE our energy to others, not take from them. When you give energy to another, you can see their energy level increase (look for it in their expression). They will feel complete, a wholeness - they will feel the energy of love and begin to give their energy back to you. As this builds (this giving=giving process back and forth) energy amplifies. Can you imagine if all humanity did this? I believe we would take another step in evolution! Some forces will say this is an illusion of security. But once we have the true God-experience, we will stop arguing over right and wrong. We will stop allowing people to go homeless and hungry when we have an abundance of resources to share. As a whole, when we evolve we will realize that the guidance within evolves the world toward a heaven already here. To know this is to know our destiny!</p>NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60872002010-03-03T10:17:31-05:002019-12-25T07:38:19-05:00Mindful Living
<p>Contemplation and action go well together if you know how to organize your daily life. One day of mindfulness every week is essential. The presence of the spirit within is our protection and an empowerment. This presence sustains us during the rest of the week as well. Become mindful of your breathing while you complete your tasks, while you eat, help the sick, etc.
Religion touches on this. However, most times narrow, fundamentalist, and dogmatic practices always alienate people, especially those who are suffering. We have to remind ourselves of our original purpose, original teachings and intention of Spirit-Love therefore being mindful in everything we do and say.</p>
NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60871992010-02-19T01:59:30-05:002020-01-11T15:28:15-05:00Soul Consciousness
<p>The future of the planet depends upon the consciousness of its inhabitants. We could self-destruct at any time. The more people who wake up and vibrate at the heart center with love, the greater chance we have to survive as a species. This is serious business. We are all participating in this process. We must be awakened and self-empowered to change the structures that exploit and manipulate people out of greed. Asleep people support the corrupt system.
Thank you everyone worldwide for doing your daily spiritual practice and making your personal contribution to love and light.</p>
NuDawn Entertainmenttag:nudawnentertainment.com,2005:Post/60871982010-02-16T13:44:47-05:002019-12-25T07:38:19-05:00Understanding Transforms
<p>While we practice our spirituality, if we are not aware that the world is suffering, that children are dying of hunger, that social injustice is going on, we are not practicing mindfulness.
We are to love our enemy - this teaches us to look at the person(s) we consider to be the cause of our suffering. If we practice looking deeply into the situation and causes of how he/she came to be this way, and if we imagine ourselves being born into that same situation, might we have ended up the same way?</p>
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