May 29, 2009

A Different Way of Communicating

It's my birthday today and I wanted to share something meaningful and important. I recently read some extraordinary books by Gregg Braden. Many years ago, I began a journey exploring spirituality.And life became more - peaceful, stress-free, healthier. I have had some great teachers, read a lot of thought-provoking books and have grown a bit. It has been a slow journey though.

There was a time, when as a Catholic, I found no meaning in ritualistic prayer. Since then, I have found that rituals with intention and focus can be brilliant ways to center yourself. However, saying the rosary while my mind wandered or going to mass every day and day-dreaming just did not make much sense to me. Even more interesting were the hordes of Catholics who believe that they can behave badly, then go to confession and all is well again for the following week. Great excuse for not taking reponsibility. Somehow, I just don't think that that was what God had in mind when he came up with the whole confessional idea (grin). Anyhoo.....

I am drawn to Gregg Braden's books because he articulates so well how we have the power to heal ourselves and the world. Have you read any of his books? He is a Scientist, Philosopher and Author. He combines science with spirituality and has written several notable books. His latest book is "Fractal Time" about 2012.

My first Gregg Braden book was "The Science of Miracles". He talks about some revelations that demonstrate why we are not limited by the laws of physics and biology as we know them today. Why our DNA is a code that we can change and “upgrade” by choice. These revelations show us that we can reverse disease, redefine aging, create peace between nations, and even change reality itself through the focused power of belief and heart-based emotion. I have read Shakti Gawain's book "Creative Visualization" and practice it in my life daily. Braden's book, however, incorporates the science behind it and goes much deeper.

In a nutshell - we know that everything in our world is connected. That there is a subtle energy field that exists around us - an intelligent energy field. He shares 3 experiments conducted by physicists and the military that prove that our DNA actually communicates with this energy field. Princeton Physicist, John Wheeler believed that we live in a "participatory" Universe. He believed that there is a constant dialogue between us and the energy around us, that we create it as we live. Which means, we can change things.

Here is a teleseminar on Gregg Braden's book "The Science of Miracles". It is split into 7 parts, but if you take the time, it will change the way you see things forever. If not, at least a different perspective. I promise.

17 comments:

Denise said...

very interesting. I too was a Catholic but found little meaning in it's practice. It just wasn't for me as an "organized religion". I now simply meditate and follow Christian/Buddhist principles which to me are similar in many ways. I'll have to bookmark and come back to view your video - thanks for sharing.

and Happy Birthday!!!

Sophie said...

So true, what's the point of praying or having rituals if your heart and mind are not into it! Oh, and Happy B-day! ^-^

xo
Sophie

Audrey said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! May it be a sunny warm relaxing one!!

drdolittle said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Tins and Treasures said...

Happy Birthday! I hope you have something special planned.
Your post today has certainly given us all something to think about. Take care ~Natalie

Alina said...

Happy Birthday! Gee!
Kala Pohl your jewelry is fun.
My Haiku for you.

Brenda said...

Happy Birthday!! I hope your day is truly wonderful!

Aditi said...

Happy Birthday!

Sheryl Karas said...

Happy Birthday Kala and thanks for the video. I love it!

Sam said...

hey happy birthday! hope you have a good one!

Tommye said...

Happy Birthday! I just talk to God when I pray. Works for me.

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Kathy said...

Is that 29 this year??

Oh wow, sounds right up my alley Kala. Thanks. I'll check out the seminar when I have a little time.

I was baptized Lutheran, raised Methodist and turned Catholic to marry Irv. I was never into the group religion thing and it didn't take long before I saw the hypocrisy of it all. People going to church and pretending to follow the teachings of their faith. I knew I couldn't follow it and I refused to pretend.

I am doing some reading and trying to live a more simple and gentle life. I'm trying to think less, and live more....but on a one day a time basis. No more big plans for a future I can't control or that I don't know will ever get here.

Eckhart has taught me well. I will absolutely check out those books...which do you think I should start with?

LillyShayStyle said...

Happy Birthday!

Sheryl Karas said...

Kala, I just checked out the 2nd video, the one about the effect of forgiveness and other emotions on DNA -- this is GREAT! I just wrote on my blog about how forgiveness was instrumental in a healing session I did for myself last night. I also think that what he's saying might explain really well how the flower essences I use work. I've been stymied on a book I've been writing on that topic and now I know what to look up! Thanks so much for sharing this on your special day! Hope it was a great one!

Robert W. Leonard said...

Awesome, happy bday! :)

TERI REES WANG said...

A little late in the game but, ...
"Happy-Happy"..all the same!

I just found "Gregg Braden" last night, roaming around the 'Hay House' and 'PBS' web sites.

I followed Caroline Myss over the years. She is a medical intuitive, who speaks from a Catholic up bringing, and a spiritual over view.
I am reading Teresa of Avila because of her and learning so much.
May all the best wishes that Heaven has to offer rain down on You.

Be well.

jen said...

Happy Birthday! Sorry I missed it, I'm just now catching up. Hope it was fabulous!