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356						<p><a href="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20251112RR.jpg"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-18862 alignleft" src="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20251112RR-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20251112RR-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20251112RR.jpg 524w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a>The practice of gratitude is far more than polite appreciation; it is a foundational principle of creation, simultaneously revered in spiritual teachings and validated by modern neuroscience. Within the philosophy of Science of Mind, gratitude is understood not merely as a reaction to good fortune, but as a proactive, causative force. This spiritual perspective—that thankfulness is the key to drawing more good into one&#8217;s experience—finds stunning congruence with scientific research showing that gratitude literally rewires the brain for resilience, positivity, and well-being.</p>
357<p>In Science of Mind, founded by Ernest Holmes, the core premise is that the Universe is governed by a Universal Mind, or God, which responds to the beliefs and thoughts we hold. Affirmative prayer, or Spiritual Mind Treatment, is a five-step process that utilizes this understanding, and the fourth step is critically dedicated to Thanksgiving. By giving thanks in advance for the good we declare, we demonstrate an unwavering faith that the desired outcome is already complete in the Mind of God. This anticipatory gratitude shifts consciousness from lacking to having, thus aligning the individual with the creative process. It is the spiritual confidence that what is being sought is already a gift received, ensuring that the thought is released into the Universal Law of Cause and Effect for manifestation.</p>
358<p>Remarkably, the science of gratitude offers a parallel mechanism. Neuroscientists have observed that intentionally practicing thankfulness activates the brain’s reward centers, such as the prefrontal cortex and the ventral striatum, leading to the release of &#8220;feel-good&#8221; neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. This biological response not only improves mood and emotional regulation but also strengthens neural pathways associated with prosocial behavior and resilience. By consistently shifting focus from what is missing to what is present, gratitude acts as a mental filter, overcoming the brain&#8217;s natural negativity bias. This deliberate cognitive shift mirrors the spiritual redirection described by Holmes: the act of appreciation is the mechanism by which the individual changes their subjective reality.</p>
359<p>Ultimately, living in the gratitude of God and Science of Mind means embracing thankfulness as an active, daily discipline that acknowledges the ever-present good. Whether viewed through a spiritual lens as aligning with the Universal Flow, or through a scientific lens as reinforcing positive neural circuitry, the outcome is the same: gratitude fundamentally transforms how one perceives and experiences the world. By consciously embodying appreciation, we move from being passive recipients of life’s circumstances to active co-creators of a more abundant and joyful reality.</p>
360<p style="text-align: right;">&#8211;Namaste &#8211; Rev</p>
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386<p>For many of us, when we hear the words, “and He walks with me…”, we know they come from the Christian hymn about walking with Christ in the garden. Walking in the garden is a powerful metaphor for spirituality or faith. When we imagine this idea, we see plants, flowers, perhaps a path. Nature is abundant, present and all-powerful in this metaphor. She/It is a force that we can imagine sensually and we understand viscerally the act of walking, as well as what it feels like to walk in a garden.</p>
387<p>The garden is a symbol of LIFE, of essential Creation. It is the place where we can find “It”, the ultimate essential Force of Creation; call it God, Gaia, Source or the Universe. It is where we can reconnect to that which feeds us. It is where we go when we are rundown, sickly or sad. The lifeforce of the Garden restores our soul battery and it is where we find it easiest to accept peace and healing.</p>
388<p>Each week, I take my walk in the garden as I water the plants at Tohono Chul. I first volunteered for the Pima County Plant Nursery, then Tohono Chul in 2021. I began calling it my dirt therapy. The plants reward our 
388care and watering, by giving us beauty and good health. The plants are undemanding, yet always generous. They bless us with oxygen, peace and a lighter heart, whether we acknowledge their gift or not.</p>
389<p>When I am truly in the Garden, I see manifestations of Spirit through multiple prisms and observe the daily novella of plants as well as the lives that depend on them. The hummingbirds dress my skies, insects farm the plants under my care. The winds, sun and clouds all care for the garden. I experience the pure energy of the garden and Spirit, while sharing the space with all beings in our little desert corner. I feel the Action of Spirit, I see Faith in action and see the bounty of the Universe.</p>
390<p>Christian or Atheist, believer or doubter, the Garden as place and as metaphor blesses all of us. We find the God of our understanding and reach a place that will allow us to realize our grace, accept our blessings and manifest beauty. For those who find comfort in Christian hymns or spirituals, singing “In the Garden” helps us recall that energy, even in the midst of the least natural settings we find ourselves in. If we can’t physically go to a garden, we can have that peace and connection by meditating on a walk in the garden. Get your dirt therapy and find your own metaphoric Garden.</p>
391<p>&#8211;Morgana Campbell</p>
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419and a season for every activity under the heavens:  Ecclesiastes 3</strong></em></p>
420<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">Many of you know that I am, personally, in a time of change of my life focus and energy. I have been graced with helping two groups from positions of leadership for the last few years, and that season for me is passing.</p>
421<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">It is time to transfer the energy and commitment I’ve happily (mostly) given to people and groups I honor. The time is now for that energy to flow toward more personal dreams.</p>
422<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">I am exiting where and what I have been to open the space/time to be another expression of myself that is creative in a very different way. My camera has basically been idle for these last years and it’s now time to pick it up and move into that which has been set aside for too long.</p>
423<p style="text-align: center;" align="center">“Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiousity, wonder,<br />
424spontaneous delight or any experiences that<br />
425reveals the human spirit.” e e cummings</p>
426<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">For whatever reason or whatever, I’ve been so busy with things that needed doing, I’ve kind of missed the actual home-work. So, that’s the plan. Time to do me in whatever, wherever and with whomever I am graced with encountering.</p>
427<p style="text-align: center;" align="center">“Consider the computer metaphor for yourself. You’ve taken in so much<br />
428information, and heard so many instructions. That’s enough input.<br />
429It’s time for output. Run the program. Stop interrupting yourself<br />
430with new information. Let yourself execute one plan of action,<br />
431and see it through to fruition. Derek Sivers <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Useful Not True,</span> page 73.</p>
432<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">Or to phrase it another somewhat more elegant way: Unfurl yourself into the grace of beginning That is at one with your life’s desire. Awaken your spirit to adventure; Hold nothing back, learn to find ease in risk; Soon you will be home in a new rhythm, For your soul senses the world that awaits you. John O&#8217;Donohue, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">To Bless the Space Between Us</span> &#8211; <em>A New Beginning</em>.</p>
433<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">Thank you one and all for the gifts given, the time shared and the lessons learned. See you sometime. In Peace, Mariann</p>
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462						<p>I have been participating in a CSL certificated class based on Deepak Chopra’s <em>The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success</em>. Last week’s topic was chapter three, The Law of “Karma,” and the main theme of this law is our power to choose. He says, “You and I are essentially infinite choice-makers. In every moment of our existence, we are in the field of all possibilities where we have access to an infinity of choices.” As someone who enjoys her routine, it was a great reminder to be more conscious about the choices I am making, from brushing my teeth to where I will go on vacation. When I think about my life, every moment from getting out of bed in the morning to when to get to sleep at the end of my day is a moment of choice. My day is filled with infinite opportunities to make a choice.</p>
463<p>One of the discussion points in class was about reacting versus responding. Are we allowing those “buttons” and “triggers” to be pushed, and then reacting according to our pre-programmed choice about the thing? I shared that many years ago, I began the practice of noticing when a “button” was pushed. I practice noticing the “button” when I feel upset or find myself reacting in a particular pattern, by getting angry or withdrawing. Chopra says this is the first step in conscious choice-making.</p>
464<p>Chopra’s second step in choice-making is to ask ourselves two questions when faced with a choice: “‘What are the consequences of this choice that I’m making’ and ‘Will this choice bring fulfillment and happiness to me and also those who are affected by this choice?’”</p>
465<p><a href="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251022SW.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-18743 alignleft" src="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251022SW-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251022SW-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251022SW.jpg 675w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /></a>I often think of the story of the “two wolves,” a tale often attributed to a Cherokee grandfather, about two wolves battling inside a person: one representing negative emotions like anger and envy, and the other representing positive qualities like love and joy. When the grandson asks which w
465olf wins, the grandfather replies, &#8220;The one you feed,&#8221; meaning the one you choose to nourish with your thoughts and actions will ultimately be the one that prevails. In all my choices, I ask myself where my attention is, and what I am choosing by focusing my attention on it. With all that is going on in our country and the world, am I focused on what is not working, or can I turn my attention to what I want to create? Am I being the change I want to see in the world?</p>
466<p>This past Saturday, I attended the No Kings protest in Oro Valley. As I was thinking about my signs, I wanted to be sure to be grounded in what I was for and not focus on what I am against. One side of my sign said I was there standing for Human Rights, Freedom of Speech, Democracy, Free and Fair Elections, and Accountability. These are all things I am choosing for our country as we move through this time of national disturbance. The other side of my sign is a quote from Sharif M. Abdullah’s book <em>The Power of One: Authentic Leadership in Turbulent Times:</em> “Can you imagine a world in which everyone acts out of love and compassion instead of fear and pain?”</p>
467<p>Every day I do my best to make choices that will bring happiness, security, love, and a sense of belonging for others as well as myself. Today I choose Love.</p>
468<p>Dream Catcher White Wolf Black Wolf by Carol Cavalris</p>
469<p style="text-align: right;">&#8211;Sharon Whealy, RScP</p>
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498<p>So, what is your relationship to change? Do you lean into it, resist it, or avoid it? Along our spiritual journey, we might even tell ourselves, “It’s all Good and God,” even when our experience feels far from that (what some call a “spiritual bypass”). Whatever our relationship to change, in any given moment, we can remember that it is an evolutionary process – one that calls us to trust, to grow, and to have faith in the unfolding of a “greater yet to be”. Ernest Holmes reminds us to not deny our experiences, but to deny their power over us.</p>
499<p>Let’s take a cue from one of Nature’s most amazing transformation stories: the caterpillar’s metamorphosis into the butterfly. After a time of constant activity, the caterpillar becomes still and hardens into a chrysalis. Inside, its body dissolves into a rich, organic “caterpillar goo.” In the middle of this seeming chaos, special imaginal cells begin to appear. These tiny cells hold the blueprint of the butterfly – the vision of what’s to come. At first, they are scattered and even attacked by the old caterpillar’s system. But they keep multiplying, connecting, and communicating until they reach a tipping point. Then, amazingly, the imaginal cells unite and transform into a butterfly – a completely new being that is lighter, brighter, and freer than ever before.</p>
500<p>As human beings, we too can experience this level of transformation. Within each of us are our own imaginal cells – the seeds of infinite possibilities – Peace, Health, Prosperity, Love, Joy, Harmony, and so much more. When Life feels uncertain or “gooey,” when things seem to be falling apart, God – within us and as us – is rearranging the pieces of our lives so that something greater can emerge.</p>
501<p>As Science of Mind’s teaching reminds us, “Change your thinking, change your life.” It sounds simple, but living this principle takes courage, patience, and deep self-compassion, especially during life’s challenges. Change has a way of calling us forward – to trust, to release, and to begin anew.</p>
502<p>So how do we move through change with greater Ease, Grace, and Joy? Below are some possibilities:</p>
503<p style="padding-left: 40px;">• Create more time and space for self-care, nourishing your mind, body, and spirit with good food, movement, rest, relaxation, and play.<br />
504• Deepen your spiritual practice, including meditation, journaling, time in nature, and affirmative prayer.<br />
505• Reach out and connect with friends, family, and your CSLT spiritual community, especially when the tendency is to withdraw.
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506<p>As we move through these transformative times, let’s remember that, like the imaginal cells that join to form the butterfly, we are stronger together. So take a deep breath. Trust the process. The butterfly is already within you, waiting for its moment to soar. No matter what “goo” you may be moving through, know that God is the Divine and Perfect Order expressing as you. And so it is!</p>
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539						<p><a href="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251008RR.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-18676 alignleft" src="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251008RR-221x300.png" alt="" width="221" height="300" srcset="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251008RR-221x300.png 221w, https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251008RR.png 448w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 221px) 100vw, 221px" /></a>This past Sunday, the Center for Spiritual Living, Tucson held our annual meeting, where we elected and approved of new Board members. A rite of passage that happens every October. An important event in the life of our spiritual community. When I became the spiritual leader of CSLT, Mariann Moery, Chris Wheeler, Janet Salese and Linda Bullock were the standing Board members having already given 3 years of dedication. Sharon Whealy, RScP joined later in the year. As their new minister I asked, well, more like begged them to stay on for one more year since I was not familiar with the congregation to begin asking for “volunteers” to help me navigate the church. You see, the Board is responsible for the business/financials of the CSLT, and I am responsible for the ecclesiastical and education as a Science of Mind Center. We work as a team to create a safe, supportive, and spiritual environment for all of us.</p>
540<p>In the last two years there have been significant shifts in our congregation. Many beautiful souls that were here in my beginning, have made their transition, or have moved to be closer to family. I reflect often on the joy they shared, and grateful for their presence in the life of CSLT and the gift they gave me knowing them. At the beginning of this year, we moved from our Little Theatre Workshop location, to sharing sacred space with Unity of Tucson. This was to support our growing community. In the process we have made the decision to either rent or sell our previous office space on Craycroft. I am sure most of you had no idea some of the “magic” that happens behind the scenes! Nothing stays static, everything eventually shifts or completely changes. It keeps us all busy, in a good way.</p>
541<p>My reason for sharing this with all of you, is Mariann, Chris, Janet, Linda, Sharon, and I have made some significant decisions. Each one being closely scrutinized for the health and prosperity of our beloved CSLT. It wasn’t always easy, but we worked together and got it done. The Board of Trustees is a very important element of our Center. It is because of these individuals who said “yes” for another year, we are, in my humble opinion, doing very well. On Sunday the 19th, I will be honoring Mariann and Chris for their dedication and service. They are the last of the original Board when I began this journey with all of you. If you see them on Sunday, please let them know your appreciation. It is beyond words the gratitude I have for their ”hanging in there” an additional year. I know they are tired, but somehow, they still manage to smile and show up to our meetings. They are beautiful, dedicated souls, thank you.</p>
542<p>On Sunday the 19th, I will be “swearing in” and presenting our new Board members. Jeff Jackson, Sandy Schnieder, and Morgana Campbell. In addition, Rev. Donna Smith will be joining the Board in January. Sharon Whealy, RScP will continue as a Board member for the year 2026. As your spiritual director, I am very excited about these individuals. Each has a background in business, finance, teaching, organization or more. They are equally as excited and looking forward to digging deep into, what creates a cohesive c
542ommunity? As Jeff has expressed, we are looking for “sticky.” What is our “product” that people just “have to” have? There is more to it, however, but that is your invitation to being part of finding the “sticky.” Being part of the glue, creating a supportive, growing, fun, safe spiritual community. There is much ahead for all of us, and I am truly grateful for all that is, all that has been, and all that will continue to grow! Thank you all for being a significant change agent in the life of CSLT.</p>
543<p style="text-align: right;">Namaste – Rev. Rhoni</p>
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561		<h2 class="entry-title post-title"><a href="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/a-time-of-change-by-and-for-mariann-moery" rel="bookmark">A Time of Change… by and for Mariann Moery</a></h2>		
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570						<p><a href="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251001MM.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-18638 alignleft" src="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251001MM.jpg" alt="" width="144" height="95" /></a>Right Now Right Here … (to mess with Michael’s lyrics) is for me a most definite time of change. Handing over responsibilities attached to being President of two Boards and catching up on the personal responsibilities I seem to have blithely ignored for too long a period of time, I find myself trying to smoothly transition some exits and begin the process of re-configuring what I do on a daily basis.</p>
571<p>Call in the big power – Pulling out my dog-eared, heavily underlined copy of <em>A NEW DESIGN FOR LIVING</em> by Ernest Holmes – edited by Willis Kinnear.</p>
572<p>To start with the blessing I invoke every morning:</p>
573<p>“Something new and wonderful comes into my experience today. Today I bless everything I touch and am prospered in everything I do. Today nothing but love and good goes forth from me, therefore nothing else can possibly return. Today, this day, I am happy and whole. <em>A New Design</em> page 131.</p>
574<p>Some mornings it takes 2 or 3 repeats to get there, but it supplies a spark to start the day.</p>
575<p>Along with Dr. Holmes’ provocative, inspiring text extra good is provided by the inclusion of quotations from several remarkable leaders. “We are potentially all things; our personality is what we are able to realize of the infinite wealth which our divine human nature contains hidden it its depths.&#8221; W R Inge.</p>
576<p>“We should never be afraid of change, never fearful of what will come. Instead we should bring to bear on each new event the influence of the creative nature of our thought—an influence that is founded on an inward calm, a sense of certainty and peace, which will reflect itself in the changing scene of our everyday lives. <em>A NEW DESIGN</em> page 55</p>
577<p>“…We need to work at clearing away those thoughts, ideas, or concepts which appear to be barriers to the greater good we desire….break the confines of our own imprisonment, whether it be our own individual thinking or the limitations of the thinking of the world about us that we have accepted. No progress was ever made by the individual who was satisfied with the status quo. <em>A NEW DESIGN</em> page 46</p>
578<p>Recalling the teaching that there is no ‘big or little’ but only what we can know as ours: thimble or tanker. We choose. Adding ‘this or something better’ makes possible more rather than less or staying with what we know.</p>
579<p>“….It might be wise if we do not try to do a remodeling job on our life. …The design will get messed up and we will find ourselves using too much secondhand material which is of no particular value, and more often than not completely useless. Start new, start fresh. …wipe our minds free of the influence of all undesirable conditions….finding ourselves unhampered, unrestr
579icted… designing a new set of conditions about us. <em>A NEW DESIGN</em> page 121.</p>
580<p>And from Dr. Holmes Conclusion – this important reminder for me and anyone thinking a New Design: “… you are now on your own. ….If at first you don’t succeed, think, think again. <em>A NEW DESIGN FOR LIVING</em> page 239</p>
581<p>&#8211;Spirit’s grace, energy and power to all who ‘design’. In Peace, Mariann</p>
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609<p><em>Look past the surface of this situation and see the underlying truth: that everyone involved is a child of God filled with love. By focusing on this truth, you elicit loving behavior and solutions. Even though appearances may seem otherwise, trust that a higher wisdom is in charge. Love is the only power that exists, and its light shines away any seeming darkness. Hold the intention to look for examples of this light within yourself and others, and you’ll have more light in your mind, heart, thoughts, and life. This knowledge is the foundation of peace.</em></p>
610<p>Easy to say, but harder to do, so for the first time ever, I turned to ChatGPT and typed in: <strong>Finding Inner Peace in Stressful Times</strong></p>
611<p>In a world that moves fast and demands more every day, finding inner peace can feel like chasing something just out of reach. But peace isn’t a place or a perfect moment — it’s a state of being we can choose, even when life feels chaotic.</p>
612<p>During stressful times, it helps to return to the basics: breathe deeply, pause often, and be present. Even five minutes of quiet can reset your nervous system and shift your mindset. Meditation, journaling, or simply sitting in stillness can create space between you and your stress.</p>
613<p>Let go of what you can&#8217;t control. Much of our anxiety comes from trying to manage things outside our influence. Focus on what you can control — your reactions, your words, your self care.</p>
614<p>Peace doesn&#8217;t mean avoiding problems;
614 it means meeting them with clarity and calm. It’s found in the small moments — a morning cup of tea, a kind word, a walk outside. These are reminders that peace is always available, even in the storm.</p>
615<p>In the end, inner peace isn’t found — it’s remembered. It&#8217;s already within you, waiting to be noticed.</p>
616<p>~ChatGPT 9/18/25</p>
617<p>When I was drawing cards, the first card that came up reminds us to be Gentle with ourselves:</p>
618<p><strong>Gentleness:</strong> <em>Be very gentle with yourself at this time. Surround yourself with gentle people, situations, and environments.</em> Doreen Virtue <em>Archangel Oracle Cards</em>.</p>
619<p>Be kind to yourself and others. Take time out to center and remember that this too shall pass. Returning to Center we know all is well, all will be well and that God is Good, ALL the time.</p>
620<p style="text-align: right;">&#8211;Sharon Whealy, RScP</p>
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649<p>My interest in what used to be called “mass communications” began in high school, thanks to a teacher who made a strong impression on me. That teacher introduced our class to Marshall McLuhan, famous for his deep insights into media and its effects. We learned about the advertising industry and its carefully crafted messages designed to shape the perspectives of consumers.</p>
650<p>One example has always stuck with me: Saturday morning commercials targeted at kids. These ads would show only the hands of a child playing with a toy, filmed from behind to simulate the viewer’s own perspective. The message was clear—imagine yourself owning and enjoying this toy.</p>
651<p>When my children were young and we watched similar advertisements, I’d often ask them, “Whose hands are those?” It became a running question in our household, a reminder to look critically at the media we consume.</p>
652<p>Today, the influence of mass communications has expanded far beyond television. Social media, constant notifications, and curated headlines surround us. I find myself mostly skimming headlines now, but sometimes a single image or mismatched photo stops me. Recently, I noticed a news photo that seemed entirely disconnected from its headline. Whether intentional or not, this is a reminder: news and media are often packaged to provoke reactions and drive profit, not just to inform.</p>
653<p><strong>Turning the Lens Inward</strong></p>
654<p>But there’s good news: perspective, self-talk, and thoughts are things we can influence. Modern stressors are now permanent features in the landscape of our lives, but our response is still up to us. Practicing mindfulness and what Science of Mind teaches—a mental recalibration—helps me reset and regain clarity.</p>
655<p>Imagine if we consciously chose better inputs:</p>
656<p>• Build our world on <strong>collaboration</strong>.<br />
657• Build our media on <strong>truth</strong> and understanding.<br />
658• Shape social platforms around <strong>positive connection</strong>.<br />
659• Use technology for <strong>empowerment. </strong><br />
660• Consume foods that promote health and <strong>healing. </strong><br />
661• Foster cultures rooted in <strong>creativity. </strong></p>
662<p>It all starts with the input we allow into our minds. We can&#8217;t always control what&#8217;s out there, but we can choose how we engage with it—and what we pass along.</p>
663<p style="text-align: right;">&#8211;Chris Wheeler</p>
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691						<p><a href="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250910RR.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-18536 alignleft" src="https://www.tucsoncsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250910RR.jpg" alt="" width="204" height="192" /></a>September, the month of shift and change. If we were on the East coast, we would start to see the leaves on the trees turn from green, to red, gold, and brown. Eventually blowing in the wind scattering themselves. Being a metaphysician and having experience I am lucky enough to go there in my mind. For me, yes, September signals the end of summer and the earth is preparing to rest, in some places go dormant for a while. It is our time to begin the slow shift and graceful changes we meet in the process.</p>
692<p>In the metaphysical “church,” shift and change are not a passive concept, but a core principle of spiritual growth and transformation. It is rooted in the belief that reality is dynamic and that individuals have the power to consciously evolve their own lives and consciousness. The power of thought and consciousness work together. What we are emphasizing is thoughts are a creative force. The phrase “shift and change” relates directly to the idea that by changing you thinking, you can change your life. This phrase was constructed by both William James, and Ernest Holmes. This phrase is based on the principle that the mind and the material world are interconnected, and a shift in one’s mental state can lead to a corresponding change in their physical reality. Let us look at two things:</p>
693<p>• <strong>Mind over matter:</strong> It&#8217;s a belief that sickness, unhappiness, or misfortune can be overcome by &#8220;right thinking&#8221; and an openness to divine wisdom.</p>
694<p>• <strong>Creating your reality:</strong> Individuals are seen as co-creators with God or Infinite Intelligence and are responsible for their own happiness and unhappiness by living in harmony or discord with spiritual laws. Both true, when we are in “right thinking” our lives work.</p>
695<p>Another element of shift and change is about an ongoing process of personal and spiritual development. It&#8217;s a journey of continuous growth, renewal, and transformation. This is a central theme in many metaphysical teachings, which often encourage movement from old ways of thinking to new, more enlightened perspectives.</p>
696<p>• <strong>Spiritual growth:</strong> It&#8217;s seen as a life of continuation, change, and growth, where individuals are being &#8220;renewed day by day.&#8221;</p>
697<p>• <strong>From self to divine:</strong> This transformation often involves shifting from a self-centered perspective to a more Christ-centered or divinely centered one, aligning one&#8217;s actions with a higher purpose.</p>
698<p>All of this is important as we shift into love, the Christ-centered being we are. As we realign our hearts, we begin to embrace the “new” and let go (willingly) the old. As metaphysicians we see the need for change as a natural and necessary part of the spiritual journey. This can involve letting go of old beliefs, habits, or traditions that no longer serve one&#8217;s spiritual well-being. Examples being:</p>
699<p>• <strong>New wine in new wineskins</strong>: This biblical metaphor is often used to illustrate the need to adapt and be open to new seasons of growth and direction. Holding onto old forms while trying to pour in new life can lead to stagnation or &#8220;brokenness.&#8221;</p>
700<p>•<strong> Laying down preferences:</strong> Shifting is not just about starting something new; it&#8217;s about having the faith and trust to change direction even when already on a path, which may mean letting go of what is comfortable or nostalgic for the sake of greater spiritual growth, and looking through a new lens of possibilities.</p>
701<p>Shift and change will include a shift in one&#8217;
701s perspective, moving from a temporal, worldly view to an eternal, spiritual one. Examples:</p>
702<p>• <strong>The prism of perspective:</strong> The way you view the world acts as a prism, setting your attitudes, actions, and experiences. A spiritual shift involves learning to view life through a &#8220;Christ-centered&#8221; or &#8220;God-centered&#8221; lens.</p>
703<p>• <strong>Transcending reality:</strong> This shift in perspective allows one to find purpose and hope in a higher plan, transcending difficult or challenging circumstances.</p>
704<p>So, to sum all this up, as a metaphysician we welcome a dynamic and intentional process of personal and spiritual evolution. It&#8217;s about consciously using the power of thought to transform one&#8217;s life, embracing new perspectives and letting go of old ones, and recognizing that spiritual growth is a continuous journey of self-discovery and alignment with a greater, universal consciousness. Understanding the power of the mind, you have limitless possibilities! Go for it.</p>
705<p style="text-align: right;">&#8211;Namaste – Rev Rhoni</p>
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