Many ways to give thanks and gratitude

"Today is a great day..."

This is something I should remind myself to say each and every morning. You know what? It does make a difference. I remember at one of my first jobs there was this guy who was so cheery. He sorta reminded me of Santa Claus. I wondered what this guy's secret was. Even on a "bad" work day he continued the way he started. So one day during lunch, I asked him about this. He told me, each morning before he wakes up he pumps each fist up in the air towards the ceiling while in bed. He alternates each fist while saying, "I FEEL GOOD!!! I FEEL FINE!!! I FEEL THIS WAY ALL THE TIME!!!"

Now you can imagine how his wife must have felt when he shouted this each morning. He told me that at first she couldn't stand it and now it's just so part of the morning routine she reminds him to do it. Maybe she just found feeling good contagious. I never forgot that, obviously.

Today was sorta like that for me with an added twist. I drove streets I have driven many times before. As I did I gave thanks for each experience I have had. From shopping at Smart and Final and Target to the mini airport that offers $99 courses on how to fly a small plane. Granted I haven't taken the lessons but I am so thankful for the thought of it and the feel-good emotions that pass through me. I thought to myself, "Wow this is a blessing in itself."

On the way home I even gave thanks to everyone who slowed me down or cut me off or even walked in front of me. I thought to myself, "I am always at the right place at the right time; all things for a reason, right?" I got home safely. I gave thanks for this and my parking on the street. When I got home, I cleaned out my wallet, tossing old receipts. I felt this was another opportunity to give thanks and gratitude for all the items I was able to purchase and use/share. Afterwards, I threw the receipts away with kindness. I felt I really gained something here, not just an "ordinary" experience for the day.

I invite you to give it a try and see how your day goes. Share your experience. Let's inspire each other. ;)

With love and light always,

MJD

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IMPORTANT UPDATE: Many of you already know that I am a professional hypnotist; now I'd like to tell you about something else you might be interested in.

Since I can remember, I've had a talent for giving intuitive readings. For a long time I haven't shared these gifts outside of friends and family. After much support and encouragement, I've decided to give readings on a per donation basis.

I have my own set of oracle cards that I made 5 years ago. These can be used with the reading if you like. I tell you what I see and feel, as well as other impressions that come through.

I'd like to use my energy and gifts to help people in any way that I can. If you want an intuitive reading, just let me know--we can do it over Skype no matter where you are in the world.

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Wishing you well,

Matthew

I usually don't share my dreams, but...

I dreamt about an earthquake. I also saw a plane crash and explode, hitting the earth. Then I saw Africans drinking what water they could from the ground near a tree. Afterwards, I saw the water evaporate quickly, as well as some grass disappear as though the frame speed was increased. I also saw Americans or Europeans scrounging around, looking for whatever food and supplies they could. I kept getting the message to make sure we have water and something to purify it with. Most disturbing of all and most symbolic of these images were of horses starving. They swallowed whole other large four-legged mammals. C.G.I. could not do what I saw justice.

There is a message here, perhaps related to another dream I had.

A week ago, I dreamt of a coyote on a leash, as well as a crow. The crow was angry and attacking a woman. I explained to him I was there to set him free. He calmed down and allowed me to remove his collar. I have my own ideas of what this means personally and on a wider scale. To my brothers and sisters out there, if anyone would like to share their own interpretation, please do so.

My dog in dreaming mode

Living in a World of Possibilities

I am feeling really good about the next chapter in my life. Ever since I no longer work for a company or corporation, I am finding it so empowering to live a life where I know my experience is in my hands. Even when certain things happen that I initially may find not so favorable, I know that how I react is my choice.

Birds do not dictate how the wind blows, they merely go with the flow. Imagine if the bird does not do so... splat. This is how I have learned to approach life.

I used to resist change, but I have discovered that change is a friend. Everything is, depending on how we choose to respond. I'd rather be in the driver's seat than in the passenger's when it comes to my life. How about you?

I think this is what happens a lot of the time: We become too dependent on the world and on the point of view of the world others hold as truth.

What is truth?

I see truth as a belief that is given so much power, it becomes real over time. Even science holds certain beliefs as truth, until proven otherwise. This is why it helps to examine whether what we believe in was simply passed down to us, or if it truly resonates.

If something is working very well for you, and you're happy and aren't impinging on anyone's rights or free will, wouldn't you say that's all that matters for you to continue doing it?

We live in a world of possibilities rather than a world of impossibilities. This is a world of inclusion, if you choose to view it that way. I'd rather deliberately and consciously attract good into my life and I'm glad to say it is working.

Sometimes, events don't unfold the way the ego holds ideal. I enjoy the great "mystery" behind how things just fall into place if we let them. If we knew everything, where would the fun be in this Earth adventure?

Wishing you well,
Matthew