Inspiring One Another
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" You need to be aware of what others are doing, applaud their efforts, acknowledge their successes, and encourage them in their pursuits. When we all help one another, everybody wins."
Jim Stovall
Today, I updated my Facebook profile and as I wrote the words: "I love to uplift and inspire others to be the best they can be. It’s a learning experience, as we all are connected; we are students and teachers for one another." I had no idea I was going to write these few words, but as I did, I felt my heart expand because this is genuinely my calling, it's done without any effort, as its a natural expression of who I am. I love to see others progress, especially if I know them personally or have an online friendship with them.
Living in a world of duality, where we experience joy and sorrow; success and failure; hot and cold; birth and death, many give up on their dreams, and stay stuck in a negative polarity. They fail to acknowledge that in a universe guided by an Infinite Intelligence, (God) there is plenty of opportunity for us to transcend our suffering or limited way of using our minds, and opening to the field of infinite possibilities.
I have been emailing with a life long friend of mine, Linda, who has a natural aptitude to turn dull spaces in a home into a work of art, which literally takes one's breath away. Everyone is always seeking her advice, including yours truly. She is a baby boomer who recently retired early from the corporate world and has been looking into earning an extra source of income.
As we corresponded back and forth, I asked her, why not try working in interior decorating? I could visualize the excitement in her eyes in thinking of working at something she loves to do. She would need training so she gains confidence in dealing with clients, and know what to expect and how to respond.
She can build her business by word of mouth, starting with family, friends and acquaintances. The reason, I recommended she to do business this way, is because when it comes to service, word of mouth is often the best advertisement, even if it may build up slowly. She is not looking to depend on this for a living, but to use it as an extra source of income and a way to express her passion. Yet, who knows what achievements can happen should she decide to open this door in her life.
Whether she decides to take this step in her life, or not, I support her decision. One thing I am sure of, if she ever becomes an interior decorator, whomever has the fortune of hiring her, will see a space that reflects beauty.
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As I have watched her enthusiasm,felt her passion for interior decorating, and her understandable fear of starting something new at her age, I took a look at myself, and realized, that I have accomplished a few of my goals, such as attracting a healthy relationship, being co-owner of an online business, and generally experiencing inner peace, but I am not done yet. I am not surprised, because its the nature of life, to give birth to new experiences, to challenge ourselves in order to stretch our boundaries; this is what keeps us moving and growing both in mind and spirit.
I made the decision today to do the spiritual counseling I have been considering in starting again, with a different approach I used in the past; I will add self empowerment counseling in the mix, and continue to use my intuitive abilities to provide guidance and clarity.
I can see the perfection of how life flows; while most seek my friend's advice in decorating, I am often sought for information and guidance by family, friends and acquaintances. By helping Linda with ideas, she in turn became my inspiration in also following my own "advice" and doing the work to pursue what I love to do.
We are indeed all students and teachers for one another, when we help another in such a way where we are not giving our power away, (as in co-dependent relationships), or taking the power away from the other, the potential for something beautiful to blossom in both the giver and receiver can happen; it can be walking away with more wisdom or an open heart.
I leave you with these sage words:
"In helping others, we shall help ourselves,
for whatever good we give out completes the circle
and comes back to us."
Flora Edwards
Wherever your path may lead, may it be a joyful circle, where you never forget to follow your dreams.
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What a wonderful hub and a wonderful sentiment! I am so glad you are going to pursue your spiritual counseling plans. I know you will be wonderful at it. What a different world this would be if we all tried to see and bring out the best in each other instead of arguing, tearing each other down, and trying to 'win'. I've been much more drawn to spiritual topics lately. I feel I need to be connected to something positive and useful! Thanks Marie! And good luck!
I knew you were special.
Very inspirational and so true. I'm sure whom ever comes to you for spiritual counseling will benefit threefold. My wish for you is that your journey towards your goal will be satisfying and unfettered.
Fabulous-and you have inspired me today-thank you!
A very insipirational hub in which i enjoyed reading.
Great hub - our interconnectedness is still an underused resource.
This is quite good and so true.` Good hub.
How does one get to your Facebook page?
Such a very inspiring hub you got here. I am believer of the so said "Golden Rule". I believe that if you do good things good karma will be awarded to you thrice... by the way I'd like to invite you to check on my hubs. I'm gathering opinions right now about my hubs. Mind if help me out with this. This surely be a great help for me. Thanks
Hi Marie! I could almost feel the innocence, purity and positive vibes coming through your words. I can see that the energy in you has started flowing again after a long time. Keep it moving now and (trust me)that will surely become a 'life force' for many people who need your spiritual counseling. Who knows...I might be one of those needy ones. You never know! :)
Ah amiga mia, wonderful and inspirational. It takes insight to realize that giving is generous and helps us and whoever we give to, AND receiving is just the other side of the same coin. In order to give, someone must receive. Sometimes it is ourselves who need to receive and we grow with it, spiritually at any rate. Besos!
Kartika: I so agree, I think even if we are 100 year old, we still can have a passion for life and trying something new.
Pam: I know I emailed you a while back and mentioned my thoughts about doing spiritual counseling, now seems to be the right timing for me. Thanks for your support in hubpages since I met you online two years ago. :)
Ralwus: Thank you, you are very kind!
Alexhouse: Your words and encouregement are very much appreciated!
Thank you all for reading and comments!
Lyricsingray and Sharon: Great to read I have inspired you both, it means the intention of this article is working. Thanks for your comments. :)
Paraglider:Good to see you here, haven't seen you around lately in hubpages. What many do not undestand is our interconnectedness can be an empowering resource, but that will be for another hub. LOL.
Jackwms: Thanks for reading, and you can find me at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?filter=app_230986 feel free to add me as your friend, and anyone else who want to add me. :)
Receptionist: I also believe in ehe law of karma, its such a natural law by whatever name we call it. Will peek at your hubs.
Anajali: You made my eyes get wet, because you sensed me very well; its so humbling to connect to others like you who understand. Its amazing how the energy has been flowing; have been dabbling in Tai Chi, doing energy work with the chakras, fasting, (yes all at the same) and something has shifted energy wise. Thanks for your presence!
Elena: I so agree, we need to give to ourselves, actually, we need to love ourselves FIRST, so we can then give (or not give) from a place of wholeness. Besitos to you!
That was a great inspiring hub. I love the fact that you mentioned that we can be both teachers and students. I sure hope that your friend Linda will succeed.
Hi,Mayhmong: I see all of life as a give and take in the sense that we learn from one another, if we stay observant and open. Thanks for your stopping by and adding your comments!
Good spiritual counselors are much needed these days but come far and few. Marie, I was very happy to read of your intention and was not at all surprised. With your passion and knowledge on the subject, how can you go wrong? Congrats on your decision :)
Hi, Dottie: Thanks for the encouragement! I really appreciate it. Also, thanks for your always being supportive. :)
Life is an amazing journey and you have written so beautifully about it!
Lmoovbuff: Thank you for your words, and nice meeting you! :)
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I hope you'll always be inspired and pass on the inspiration to others. Blessed are those who realize that we have this gift in us. Thanks for sharing this special hub :D
Cris: So good to see you here. :) Thanks for being an inspiration and your comments!
thoroughly enjoyed the sentinments in the hub thanks for sharing
Thanks Brenda for reading and commenting!
Very Up-lifting and inspiring. You will do well as a counselor I have no doubt
Brilliant hub and so very inspirational. I really liked your opening lines. Bookmarked it. Cheers and thumbs up
Hi, Scott: Thank you for your comments and encouragement. Its appreciated! Became your fan, had to after reading your profile. :)
Jayb23: Good to see you! I am flattered you bookmarked my hub. :)
You are such a breath of fresh air. Thank you for this great read. Sounds like you have a blessed gift to share with others.
If I may share a short story:
A few months ago, after my husband underwent a 7 hour cancer removal surgery, we were taking our daily walk up and down the hospital corridors when another patient (whom we passed in the hallway a few times) stopped him and said "I was ready to go back to my room but seeing you do all this walking inspired me to do a few more laps".
I must say, caring for my husband over this past year has definitely inspired me in so many ways. His upbeat attitude, silly personality, and work-with-what-you-got way of thinking is so great. I hope I can learn from him and encourage and inspire others in some way.
He is now in remission. If he goes four more years cancer free, he'll be considered cured. Come on 4 years!
Lewgard: Your sharing brought tears to my eyes, wow, I love to read stories like this. Your husband is indeed a wonderful inspiration, and with his positive attitude, the chances are great that he will stay remission free!
I encourage you and your hubby to read, Evolve Your Brain- Change Your Mind" by Dr. Joe Dispenza. This book is what puts the scientific foundation into why positive thinking or a positive attitude works; the brain responds to our thoughts and sends chemicals to the body- he shares on how patients healed themselves spontaneously and gives the 4 common traits in each one. He has a video based on the book, and his talks are very clear and not dry.
Thanks for adding your comments!
Positive and uplifting. This came at a very needed time in my life. There isn't enough positivity and unity in the world. Nice to know there are people in the world such as yourself.
Best
Hi Dylan: Thanks for your kind comments, and glad it helped you, makes writing worthwile. :)
Positive words to those around us can not only lift them up but reflect back and lift us up as well.
Hi,Bengriston: I like the visuals of reflection and the result being a lifting up of the giver and reciever. :) Thanks for reading and your comments!
This Hub is truly inspiring! I feel so nice, tender sparkling energy coming from your words.
Wising you all the best with your choice to do the counselling again!!!
We all need to express all of our talents...to be fulfilled.
A lots of love and hugs.
Tatjana: Thanks for your support! It feels right to be back doing counseling but took an almost three year break as I worked (and continue working) on my own inner changes, healing, and focusing most of my energy in helping my sister cope with the passing of her boy. The time is right to re-enter counseling.
Lot of love, light and hugs.
Thank you for those words of inspiration. When we put others before ourselves and lift them up, that in turn enriches our lives and gives us purpose. Thank you again :)
Hi Marie, I can easily imagine you doing spiritual counseling and empowering people to live the lives they yearn to have and be the person they want to be. There is so much truth in that we are all teachers and students at the same time. It is always a joy to learn from you. Hugs, love and light! :)
I was very impressed by this hub. It appears that we have similar goals in life. I was amazed at your insight that we are all teachers and students all at the same time. You are so right. Keep being an inspiration to others through your writing.
love your hub, very inspirational, if everyone has the same thoughts as you have, maybe we will have a loving nation. thanks for sharing
What a beautiful HUB. Thank you for sharing it...Your writings are very inspiring. I try to do the same with mine. peace and blessings
mike dennis
Writtendreamz: Thanks for your thoughts, and amazing how the giving and recieving can work out in blessing all.
Michelle: You have my teacher many times as well as well as a healer; there have been times when a message that you write, the healing chants that you share have come at the perfect timing in my life, so thank you for this! Thanks for your encouragement!
Hi, Createapage: Yes, we are all students and teachers, even a baby can teach us, the critters in nature can also be our teachers, we just need to be observant and life becomes fuller as we are in constant connection with everything. Thanks for your comments!
Maribin: Thank you for reading and commenting, its appreciated.
Mike: Thank you for reading and also being a source of inspiration. The more the merrier! :)
A biblical proverb states: One person shapes another person like the metal shapes metal. Everyone influences everyone he comes across in one manner or another. We are going to be held responsible for influencing people in a healthy, uplifting manner or in a degrading,condenming manner. You're on the right side of the fence of influencing people to become better and kinder to others. Keep up the good work. God bless you. TToni9/Pauline
TToni: My heart opened when I read your comments, thank you for stopping by and adding your comments, it adds to the message of this article.
Through a series of life's events in my life. I lost myself and then 10 years ago I met my soulmate. Yesterday was our 10th wedding anniversary and with him I finding myself again. He is an inspiration to my creative, free spirit. Thanks for the hub.
Godslittlechild: Happy Anniversary! Its heartwarming to read of couples who are supportive of one another. Thanks for reading and adding your comments. :)
the world will never be the same because you not only showed up on the planet but are following the path that makes you complete.i applaud your direction, stay on the path and don't get off. always remember to bring your own joy,there are times that you will truly need it.
Loveofnight: Your words and encouragement are truly beautiful! It touched my heart. Thank you! I am glad we connected here in Hubpages. :)
Lovely and inspirational! :D Many thanks!
Thanks, Suzanne! :)
Beautiful, thank you.
Thank you, Duante for reading and commenting.
This is one hell of a hub! I hope many hubbers listen to your words of wisdom. As for your friend and her anxiety about starting something new at her age, remind her that in this world we are always growing or recessing; there is no marking time, no matter your age. I am sure with a friend like you to give her moral support, she will do well. peace, mike
Hi, Mike: Good to see you here! I love the reminder, "we are always growing or recesing", its a truth. Thanks for reading and your insighful comments.
Inspiring hub. Thanks for sharing it with us.
I really enjoyed. We need to follow our dereams.
Great!
Keep up the good work
Interesting and inspiring
thanks for the insight
Thank you, youcanwin and Jacob for reading and adding your comments. :)
THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME TO MEET YOU ON LINE. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN INSPIRED BY NATURE-- GODS CREATIONS. I CONTINUE TO BE TAUGHT BY HER AND WILL NEVER STOP BEING INSPIRED. I HOPE YOUR EXCELLENT HUB INSPIRES MANY OTHERS NO MATTER HOW OLD THEY ARE.
Thank you, D.A.L. for stopping by! I too find Nature very inspiring and often healing.
The positive affirmation you opened with is an inspiration in itself.
"I love to uplift and inspire others to be the best they can be..."
I know you will be blessed in your efforts. Lovely hub!
Hi, Peg: Thank you for reading and your comments, its appreciated. :)
Marie,
This is inspiration! Thank You, keep inspiring we never know when it is going to be needed most. Sue
Hi, Sue: Good to see you here!Thank you for reading and adding your comments.
I came back to read this again and comment I do have to say that this hub left me breathless and I am following my dreams. :)
Aevans: So glad to read what you wrote. If I can inspire one person, I have fulfilled the message of my article. Thanks for your encouraging words. :)
I really enjoyed this one, VioletSun. No one should ever deter us from achieving our dreams. I actually just recently wrote a hub on just that (and no, I didn't copy you!). Great minds think alike, I guess. Should you get the chance, please read it. Here's the link:
http://hubpages.com/hub/stay-the-course-follow-you
Thanks again for joining me!
Thanks, Dohn for reading and adding your comments. Will read your hub! :)
I love to inspire others and simply love all shades of purple! Thanks for being an inspiration on this day VioletSun, and I am so glad to be one of your fans. :)
I just came to the computer and found your comments in my hubs and fan mail. Its a nice way to start my day. :) Thank you for your comments and becoming my fan! I also have joined your club.
Yes the best way we can help others is by helping ourselves. I would rather lead by example than words. People should copy me, my behaviour, thinking and feeling and i have done my job. So I might appear bad but I will make them do the things themselves than than do it for them.
So whatever be the circumstances we are self dependant and self reliant we only share either or joy or misery. This is what happens all over the world.
Cleanclover: Your words are filled with wisdom. Thanks your comments!
Very good article! Very good words of wisdom and lifting up other people! I believe that what you say! We are here to help people so that we are to help oursleves. That's like being teachers and students to each other. Great article!
Thanks you dreamer32! Its heart warming to see others like you also contributing to the world by reaching out with wisdom.
u're correct. Words has an enormous impact. It inspires. Good article.
Thank you bblhhdcn for reading and commenting. :)
Thank you for this wonderful hubs. I like it. Yes, I think we all should do this. Take care.
Hi, Teresa: Thanks for stopping by to read and comment. Have a Happy Holiday!
Amazing Hub.
Thank you
AntoineAllen: Thank you for your encouragement. :)
I think it is commendable that you are encouraging others to strive for their personal best in life. Owning any business is quite an achievement, and what you are doing is very commendable. I remember you said in one hub you used to work in the corporate world, and not everyone would have the courage to shift their direction and go into the unknown of starting their own business. That is something to be proud of.
Sweetiepie: Thank you , I so appreciate your encouragement, as there always ups and downs with business, and right now, its difficult as we have a business debt to pay off, but if we can hang on for a year or so, we will be in a good place. I sure am learning to penny pinch, these days. :)
You'll always be an inspiration, VioletSun - the positive energy just flows out of you, inspiring, uplifting. Little wonder it flows back in good measure :) Thank you for this inspiring hub!
Shalini: Nice to see you; thank you for your uplifting words! :)
what an inspiration you are VioletSun. You just brought a whole lot of sunshine my way.
Wavegirl: You made me smile with gratitude. Thank you so much for your kind words. :)
This is really wonderful and very helpful advice. Thanks so much.
Appreciate your reading and leaving a comment, zzron. :)
Very beautiful hub. Inspiring and well written. Rated up. And thanks for your kind words.:)
Hypnodude: Thank for reading and rating this hub up, helps with my score, so its appreciated! :) And, you are welcome!
A wonderfully inspiring Hub, Marie, thanks so much. We are all connected and the more we come to ralise this truth the better we will cope with life and the more positive will be our contribution to it.
Love and peace
Tony
Thanks, Tony for adding your energy and thoughts to this hub.
Love and peace to you too!
I love your clip art and photos that you use in your work. Please share your source, if you don't mind. I will understand if you wish not to. Thanks.
Hi Denise: I usually use Bigstock.com photos, they have an awesome selection at very cheap prices, less than $2.00 per photo.
This was a very inspiring hub, you always know how to capture the essence of the human spirit, I commend you and we all need to show more love to each other. Without Love this world is a very sad and empty place. Peace and hugs, I rate this up for sure.
Hi Saddlerider: Love is all that really matters in this world where things come and go. Thank you for your kind comments!
Thanks for sharing this. It was very inspirational.
It really got me thinking
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Thank you for your comments. I checked your website out and have bookmarked it! I truly think the universe led you to post it for me, as I found an article on habits that is perfect for me. :) BTW, Since you are new here, please, be cautious when you post the link to your website in the comment field as most hubbers won't approve the comment. Best to put the link in your profile; I have done this with my websites. Again, welcome!
I also love to believe in transcending suffering and believe that possibilites are infinite. Thank you for this inspirational hub.
Thank you for your comments, Journey! This is indeed a world of infinite possibilities and it sometimes humbles me.
kartika damon Level 2 Commenter 2 years ago
This is very inspirational and I couldn't agree more - we have to keep our passions alive and follow our hearts!