I saw this shared photo online and it got me thinking...

I've been there and I've done that. I learned my lessons and I am no longer accepting undeserving people in my life. What do you know? Life is good after all. Not everyone is meant to be in your life forever. Being satisfied knowing you did your part is all that matters. The rest is up to those individuals because no one can change anyone. You can guide. You can inspire. Even from a distance but sometimes a clean cut is the way to free yourself from unnecessary heartache and suffering. You are not responsible for other peoples' happiness, only your own. That starts with admitting your own personal beliefs about yourself. Lying or denying yourself only hurts you more in the process and those you care about in the long run. It can all change right now in this very moment within yourself. All the power you ever needed is here with you now, not in the past and not off in a future that may never come. You are who you've been waiting for all along.

Spirit Therapy UPDATE:

Spirit Therapy with Matthew Daniel is currently up and operational again. 

For those of you who are new to Spirit Therapy - I am a certified A.T.P. and certified Hypnotist. I also have an extensive background in metaphysics and in the human potential / self development fields. Certifications, references and testimonials are available upon request.

Services that I offer - I use my very own custom made oracle card decks for intuitive readings. Readings are sent to your personal email or Facebook account. Hypnosis, regression and motivational coaching sessions are conducted internationally via Skype or in person.

Products that I offer - Custom made hypnosis/mind programming recordings. Perfect to listen to while at home or during sleep. These recordings are made to access the subconscious mind in order to retrain the mind to adapt and overcome obstacles or habits that may be holding you back from achieving your goals. I record, engineer and produce your custom recording entirely myself in my home office/studio. Subjects are varied depending on what your needs are. Remember these are made personally for you. They then can be sent to you as a .wav or .mp3 file. If you wish, I can also send you a copy in compact disc format. A transcript can also be included if requested.

To inquire for more information regarding rates, booking my services for private groups and public events, please feel free to send me a message. More importantly for those whom may find it difficult in payment for services I do offer alternatives, again please inquire.

Stay tuned for more updates on services and products that are currently in development.

Love and light to you all - Matthew

The Only When is Now

To observe is to listen as to see is to hear 

Remember this and live life joyfully without fear

When speaking you share knowledge

When silent you allow wisdom

When thinking you create

When feeling you attract

When breathing you remember 

When being you exist  

When dreaming you awaken

When awaken you are the dream

The Art of Deliberate Self-Transmutation and Co-Creation

Our minds are very powerful indeed. Imagine what you could create and achieve if your mind was set from the default autopilot setting to a fully aware waking state of consciousness. In order to do this the subconscious mind must be retrained by shedding light onto why we do the things we do and how to change those old patterns of belief and programming from the past.

All of your power is NOW. By utilizing this power you CAN and WILL make POWERFUL changes in your life. You must simply be willing to change, that is the first step. You must decide for yourself. Everyday when we wake up, we have a new opportunity to choose who we are and what we decide to accomplish in order to meet our standards, goals and ambitions.

First - Be definite and clear as to what or whom you wish to become more of.

Second - Create a list of your daily rituals that bring you closer or farther away from your self vision.

Third - Replace the rituals and habits that no longer serve you or go against your new self vision.

Fourth - Use them on a daily basis. Let it become a part of your daily routine.

Fifth - Create a positive mental attitude. Utilizing tools such as N.L.P, hypnosis, and positive affirmations.

(In addition to your new routine, begin by being willing to also change your mental routine by being more self aware of your thoughts, and emotions. Affirmations without aligned emotions are useless and counter productive. By arranging your thoughts in the present tense and in a positive light, you then will be training your mind to be in a powerful state of allowance. This takes, constant effort and determination in the beginning. Once you achieve this routine it will start to become second nature. This is the goal.)

Sixth - Pay attention to your emotions, they are the indication of your alignment with your beliefs and what it is that you are currently attracting into your life.

"The essence of that which is like unto itself, is drawn." - Law of Attraction

(Beliefs are thoughts repeated over and over until they become truth. If you feel resistance you may want to examine closely your belief about a particular circumstance or subject. Beliefs become our truths and you can choose what is true for you if you change your thoughts.)

Seventh - Self worth is very important and at the core of all of these teachings. Raise your standards and expectations. Do not accept excuses you are responsible for every decision and choice you have made up to this point in your life. By taking responsibility, no one and no thing can prevent you from reaching your goals. Excuses begone indeed.

(The universe matches whatever you project. If you feel you are worth little your circumstances will reflect this. If you give little you will receive the same in return and so on. The vibration that you emit is an emotional source. That frequency is matched, received and given back in an all INCLUSIVE universe. When you say yes to the things you love in life the momentum of attract begins to build. The more you feed it until it manifests via inspired action taken on your part. You put it out there, you will receive a reply in many forms such as synchronicities, opportunities and circumstances opening the doors for you in life. The same is true in contrast. Whenever you say no to something in life, you are essentially saying to the universe/life - "Yes give me more of that which I do not want." Because again, the universe is entirely inclusive and expansive energy in motion, ebb and flow always moving always attracting. These scientific principles are held to be true.)

Eighth - Have fun. See this as play, as though you were looking at the universe with a whole new perspective and in a whole new awe inspiring light. Like that of a child joyfully and courageously co-creating your reality.

Ninth - Take chances and put yourself out there. Manifestation is not about sitting around waiting for something to happen. It's about co-creation and co-action. We are meant to experience all spectrum of life. This includes being part of the world and interacting with it or contributing some how. This takes us to the tenth insight.

Tenth - Start giving now. Money is not everything. You can give your love, time, energy, encouragement etc. Find out what brings joy to your heart to give and begin immediately! Skills can be learnt, talents are what come natural to you. Perhaps you're a natural good listener, by giving your time and advice you are contributing. Always give from a loving heart and with a positive mental attitude. You will be amazed how interconnected we all are. The ripple effect of positive contribution can not be over emphasized.

Life Purpose and Mind Over Matter

What drives, inspires, uplifts, and motivates you? If you already know the answer then what actions, tools and rituals do you perform on a daily basis to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be in life? Finding and living your life purpose is the one thing no one can take away from you but yourself. Money and "successes" come and go. What remains is yourself and self determination or lack thereof.

It's been my personal observation that material gain is an end unto it'self. Once obtained, what then? Money in itself is a wonderful temporary fix, and then we find ourselves back in the same entrapment of poverty consciousness. Unfortunately because of years of habit we have programmed and conditioned our minds in a limited way. By reestablishing our command of our mind we take control of our lives. This does not happen overnight. Similar to retraining your muscles in your body, the mind must too be retrained in order to achieve positive benefits.

First be aware, and willing to change and know that you already are abundant! How do you utilize your abundance? Start with what you have. Really look at your life. Your friends, family, home etc. Give thanks and gratitude for you also have an abundance of knowledge, skills and or talents that can be immensely valuable. What moves your spirit and touches your heart? A happy, joyful life begins in the mind and the world around you will reflect this change once you begin to change your perspective and take conscious control of your mind and thoughts.

Next time we will discuss how your emotions, whether positive or negative indicate like compass your alignment to that which you are attracting in your life. As well as the thoughts and words you use on a daily basis and how they reflect your inner beliefs that you may not be aware of. 

Return to the Writer's Desk

I've decided to write again. Ideas and thoughts are formulating currently in my psyche.  I would like to cover these insights soon. It's about to get wild...naturally. ;)

Stay Tuned - MJD

Cause and Effect, The Spiral Pattern, and Allowing

 

For my little boy, life is effortless and uncomplicated

Some of my recent musings:

    It's amazing when you really step back and appreciate every moment that you have and have had. We as souls have chosen to experience this linear existence of cause and effect. What we do in the now and how it will affect everything around us holds such promise or disaster depending on what we choose. It comes down to realizing that we and we alone are responsible for our actions, reactions and yes, even non-action in itself has consequences.

    You cannot possibly know the outcome of everything you do. You can do the best with what you know at the moment and remember that there are always possibilities. If you have found yourself in a bind, be open to miracles. In the meantime follow your heart and intuition. Honor your beliefs and what you know to be right. Do not allow yourself to be overwhelmed by negative feelings. Let them pass through you so you can own them, not the other way around. Remember who you are and why you have come to experience this life. It is very important that we remain calm and stay in a state of clarity. Otherwise, getting swept up into the drama only hinders our growth.

    I realize sometimes you must do what you must in order to protect yourself or those you love. Other times you must make a stand because you can see how your decision affects the ultimate outcome. Some call these people martyrs. Some call them heroes. I would like to take a moment and pay respect to these people's bravery, from the soldier on the front line to the housewife barely getting by, thank you and bless you. 

    There is a powerful need to be in balance between the knowing that this is all an illusion, and at the same time being grounded within this reality and its consequences. After all, we have come to "play the game" by our own free will. We are here to learn, to experience, and grow. Yes, this does include the full spectrum of emotion. 

     I've realized that old saying is true...

     "It's not about winning or losing. It's how you play the game."

    Don't allow your outside circumstances to define who you are, or whether or not you have won or lost. Your reality is constantly occurring within. You and you alone hold the power to define what it is. It's always about your perception, rather than the judgment of others that matters in the end. We can be our worst judges. If you know you are on your path, stay true and be open to good in your life. 

    Ever find yourself in similar situations over and over again? Either it gets better or it gets worse each time. Depending on who we are talking about, it  may have to do with money, relationships, substance abuse, staying out of trouble, or even moving from home to home. Everyone has experienced this no matter how unlikely it may appear on the surface. Take a moment and think of your pattern...

    Life is made up of many patterns. Observe the nature of the world we live in. From the smallest to the largest... the micro and macro. What makes us think that our experiences in life would be any different from the patterns in the world and universe?

    Two things that are certain are death and change. Some of the darkest times I have experienced seemed to hold no hope to the casual observer,  but held not only light at the end of the tunnel--there was a gift waiting for me there. In a sense it is a symbolic death followed by a renewal of life. Everyday is a cleansing process. It's a matter of elevating yourself to the next level. Like a spiral, only each time you come back around you move up or down depending on you. Do you resist what is, or do you simply let go and flow? This allows new ways of thinking and opportunities into your reality. 

    How do you know if you are resisting or allowing the flow? First, you must be truthful with yourself. Second, you must be aware of your emotions. If you are feeling "bad" you are resisting. If you are feeling "good" or "neutral" you are allowing. This is not about thinking of the outcome of a situation. It is about opening to new opportunities of change within yourself which will affect the immediate world around you. This is where miracles occur. 

   Yes this is related to the law of attraction, faith and the power of intentions, but more then anything, in your belief in yourself to manifest your reality. We are all energy, everything is energy. You simply consciously redirect the flow of the energy thereby transforming its nature and function through the combination of your thoughts and emotions. Remain patient and open and have faith that that it will be this or something better. Trust that the universe has your best interests at heart, no matter what the situation looks like. Wow, that can be a tough one! I know, but I am telling you that it is well worth it. 

    A bad situation suddenly turns into a great opportunity that you may have not been aware of at first glance. I know this has at least happened to you once in your life. Take a moment and think about it. Most of the things we worry about never occur. Keep in mind all that time and energy wasted upon something that never happened. I wouldn't call this living life to the fullest, would you? 

     To quote Epictetus - "There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will." 

    Which brings us to knowing when to let go. There was a saying when I was growing up, a lot of you may have heard it before as well. "Let go and let God." I remind myself of this. Sometimes we get so wrapped up in the "hows," "whens," "wheres," and "whys" that we end up blocking these answers.  

     Despite the many so-called challenges I have already seen in my relatively short life, I may still have a ways to go, but to that I say: Bring it on. At this point, it can only get better.

Wishing you well in the adventure of life,

- Matthew