“From every human being there arises a light that reaches straight to heaven. And when two souls destined to be together find each other, their streams of light flow together and a single, brighter light goes forth from their united being.”
=The Baal Shem Tov

“A human being is part of the whole called by us “universe,” a part limited in time and space. We experience ourselves, our thoughts and feelings as something separate from the rest—a kind of optical delusion of consciousness. This delusion isa kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty.”
=Albert Einstein

“Knowing others is intelligence. Knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power.”
=Tao Te Ching

“There is in all visible things…..a hidden wholeness.”
=Thomas Merton

“With each true friendship, we build more firmly the foundation on which the peace of the whole world rests.”
=Mahatma Gandhi

“When you make the two one, and when you make the inner as the outer and the outer as the inner, and the above as the below, and when you make the male and female into a single one—then shall you enter the Kingdom.”
=Jesus

“Embody the three harmonies: within; with others: and with nature.”
=Robert Gilman

“My own working assumption is that we are here as local Universe information gatherers. We are given access to the divine design principles so that from them we can invent the tools that qualify us as problem solvers in support of the integrity of an eternally regenerative Universe.”
=Buckminster Fuller

“The only ones among you who will be truly happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.”
=Albert Schweitzer

“Human capacity is equal to human cruelty, and it’s up to each of us to tip the balance.”
=Alice Walker

“We must have a pure, honet, and warm-hearted motivation, and on top of that, determination, optimism, hope, and the ability not to be discouraged. The whole of humanity depends on this motivation.”
=The Dalai Lama

“In human relationships, as mutual love deepens, there comes a time when two friends convey their exchanges without words. They can sit in silence sharing an experience or simply enjoying each other’s presence without saying anything. Holding hands or a single word from time to time can develop this communication. This kind of relationship points to the level of interior silence…”
=Father Thomas Keating

“We cannot do great things in life; we can only do small things with great love.”
=Mother Teresa

“Spiritual practice is really about weaving a network of good relationships.”
=Dhyani Ywahoo

“Security is mostly a superstition, it does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all!”
=Helen Keller

“You and I and everything in the universe exist as a part of the endless flow of God’s love. Realizing this, we recognize that all creation is bound together by the same benelovence. To harmonize with life is to come into accord with that part of God which flows through all things. To foster and protect all life is both our mission and our prayer.”
=Morihei Ueshiba, I’Sensei

“I am not bound to win but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed but I am bound to live up to what light I have.”
=Abraham Lincoln

“The conclusion is always the same: love is the most powerful and still the most unknown energy of the world.”
=Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

“Do not pursue the past. Do not lose yourself in the future. The past no longer is, and the future has not yet come. Look deeply at life, just as it is arising in the very here and now. Recognize it—invincible, unshakable. Care for it with your heart and mind.”
=The Buddha

“We are perceivers. The world that we perceive though is an illusion. It was created by a description that was told to us since the moment we were born.”
=Don Juan

“Our truest life is when we are in our dreams awake!”
=Henry David Thoreau

“All real living is meeting.”
=Martin Buber

“When you meet anyone, remember it is a holy encounter.”
=A Course in Miracles

Daphne Cochran-Shapiro is an Author & Poet, Designer & Crafter, and Entrepreneur who specializes in working with folks needing design assistance. My goal is to empower you to be the best you can be in ALL your endeavors. I invite you to browse my sites and share your comments on my works!

I’m back home safe and sound after an incredible 4 days at the BraveHeart Women Global Community RISE event at the LAX Westin Hotel. What a fantastic and inspiring event!! Wow, wow, wow!!!

There were so many great things to do (from the high-energy drumming with New Life Rhythms to the transformational breathing with James Hyman to the spectacular red carpet awards). Dr. Angelou, Carol Channing, Delta Burke and other like-minded leaders received awards, and Courtney Cox presented an award to her best friend, Mary Fanaro. The celebrity presenters included Marla Maples, Stefanie Powers, Frances Fisher, Loni Anderson, Rolonda Watts, and Les Brown.

Mingling, meeting, networking, sharing and chatting were ongoing and the guest speakers were incredibly cool, fun and inspirational (I’ll definitely have to practice Sheila Kelley’s S Factor moves—whew, girl, you go!!! and I didn’t realize John Assaraf was soooo tall! *grin*).

The talent show on Friday evening showed just how amazing our BraveHeart Women are! I’m looking forward to the new cd that will showcase their talents.

The flow of joy, love, energy and synergy was contagious! This was a “mistressmind” of amazing breadth and depth. Many thanks to Ellie, Dr. Sugar, and the BHW Team! RISE 2010 should prove to be another life-changing, show-stopping event (though I hope those LA chilly winds won’t be blowing again *brrrr*).

Not a BraveHeart Woman yet and want to connect with our passion and “Inspiration in Action”? Please come and join us!

Daphne Cochran-Shapiro is an Author & Poet, Designer & Crafter, and Entrepreneur who specializes in working with folks needing design assistance. My goal is to empower you to be the best you can be in ALL your endeavors. I invite you to browse my sites and share your comments on my works!

{from my blog at SparkPeople}

While playing tennis yesterday I took a tumble and got some nasty scrapes in the process. Hubby wanted us to stop playing and go home to tend the wounds. But I didn’t want to lose out on my calorie-burning opportunity, and though I was in some pain I wasn’t mortally wounded. I dabbed the scrapes with a towel and some water, and we kept playing. Then we went home and took care of my boo-boo’s.

I was proud of myself for sticking in there. Sometimes when we fall we’re afraid to get back up–thinking we’ll fall again. But self-confidence and pride are the rewards you’ll gain for getting back up, sticking with it, and not allowing one fall to keep you down.

You always have the power to get back up!!

To Your Rising,

Daphne Cochran-Shapiro is an Author & Poet, Designer & Crafter, and Entrepreneur who specializes in working with folks needing design assistance. My goal is to empower you to be the best you can be in ALL your endeavors. I invite you to browse my sites and share your comments on my works!

I’m on the list for updates from Neale Donald Walsch the author of the well-known Conversations With God series of books. I ordered his most recent book: When Everything Changes, Change Everything (devouring it as I write!) and, as a gift from Neale, I was scheduled to attend two teleclasses with him. Last night was the first one, and let me tell you it was terrific!

There were over a 1,000 people on the call and the energy levels were exciting. Neale talked about his new book, reviewing the Mechanics of the Mind and the System of the Soul. He then ended with a question and answer session. {The next teleclass will take place in a couple of weeks.}

My reason for this post is to shout out about Neale’s new website: ChangingChange.net. The site should be up really soon; he mentioned sometime this weekend. There will be message boards, articles, and lots more.

Since my Life Coaching services are partly based on the CWG series I was wow’ed when Neale mentioned that his website will be a hub for people interested in forming Changing Change Chapters (their structure will be similar to that of Alcoholics Anonymous with members holding meetings and having sponsors).

I definitely recommend getting his new book! As always, there are great insights and tools to change your life from struggle and drudgery into celebration and joy. If you’d like to discuss his new book, feel free to join us at the MLM Realms W.I.S.E. Community Forum.

With joy,

Daphne Cochran-Shapiro is an Author & Poet, Designer & Crafter, and Entrepreneur who specializes in working with folks needing design assistance. My goal is to empower you to be the best you can be in ALL your endeavors. I invite you to browse my sites and share your comments on my works!

It is never too late to create a fit and healthy lifestyle! I was lucky enough and excited to find a super site, perfect for achieving that goal–SparkPeople.com. Although I have only been a member for 3 weeks, I’ve already made surprisingly effective strides towards living fit and healthy. I’ve been watching and tracking what I eat, started an exercise program (cardio and strength training), feel better overall (improved mood, stable blood sugar levels, and more restful sleep), and lost 3 lbs. plus an inch on my waist and hips. Pretty good for just 3 weeks, right?

Oh yeah, and if you’re wondering what my age is, I’m 49! That’s why I say its never too late. I got totally sick of feeling tired, old and sluggish, and I got sick of not being at my ideal weight. I knew it wouldn’t be easy to get started, but SP has made the process painless and fun. I’m more active, watch less T.V., my mind is clearer, and my body is stronger. I don’t feel so old and tired anymore!

I’ll add that with SP’s wealth of nutrition, wellness, and fitness information I’ve gained loads of knowledge about living a healthy lifestyle. You can also get great support from the members, who are always willing to give that support just when you need it.

Now having raved about SparkPeople, let me review what you get when you’re a member. {Major + — its FREE to join!!}

SP Features ~

• Free to join!
• Track your nutrition (calories, carbs, fat, protein, water intake and more)
• Track your exercise (cardio activities, strength training, and calories burned)
• Track your weight and measurements
• Reports (nutrition, fitness, and weight)
• Goal setting tools with tracking
• Personal journals and blogs
• Teams (hook up with others who share your interests and goals)
• Your own personal Spark page
• Daily Planner
• Free workout videos
• Health news and articles
• Social networking (add friends, Friend Feed)
• Message boards
• The Spark Diet
• SparkPoints for your site activities
• SparkGoodies (buy and give to your friends)
• Motivational Quotes
• Success Stories (great motivators!)
• SparkRecipes (you can even submit your own)
• Family Adventure (get your entire family to join in)
• SparkMail
• The Spark Store

That’s a brief review of most of the features at SparkPeople (I’m sure I missed a couple). They definitely offer a comprehensive set of features to help you with your health and fitness goals. I’ve totally been enjoying the time I spend there, and totally enjoying the progress I’m making.

I’d love to see you join me, so stop on in to my SparkPage and give me a holler! Let me know you learned about SP here at DreamWeaving with Daphne.

Let’s get Sparkling!

Daphne Cochran-Shapiro is an Author & Poet, Designer & Crafter, and Entrepreneur who specializes in working with folks needing design assistance. My goal is to empower you to be the best you can be in ALL your endeavors. I invite you to browse my sites and share your comments on my works!