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CONTENTS OMLIVING
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FENG SHUI & YOUR TRASH CANS
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HOW TO FEEL MORE COMPLETE INSIDE AND OUT
SPOTLIGHT GET OVER IT – THOUGHT THERAPY FOR HEALING THE HARD STUFF
CONSCIOUS PARENTING 78
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THE FUTURE OF OUR KIDS
RELATIONSHIPS LEARNING WHEN IT IS TIME TO MOVE ON
IYANLA VANZANT ASTROLOGY STARGAZING - APRIL 2020
PERSONAL GROWTH 112
HOW TO EMPLOY OUR EGO AS OUR HEALTHY CHEERLEADER
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7 WAYS TO CREATE FROM OUR SOUL
ANIMAL WELLNESS 48
FLORAL ESSENCES FOR CATS
SPIRITUALITY 58
THE ART OF PEACEFUL STILLNESS
ESOTERIC KNOWLEDGE 104
CRUCIFIXION STORY NOT THE WAY TO SALVATION
WORLD VISION 124
WHY OUR WORLD NEEDS MORE CONSCIOUS THOUGHT LEADERS WWW.OMTIMES.COM
THOUGHT THERAPY FOR HEALING THE HARD STUFF
Iyanla Vanzant With Sandra Sedgbeer
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Iyanla Vanzant is one of America’s most celebrated new thought spiritual teachers and inspirational public speakers, and the much-loved host and executive producer of the award-winning hit Iyanla, Fix My Life on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network.
Iyanla Vanzant joined Sandie Sedgbeer on a recent edition of What is Going Om to share the powerful insights and practical tools to help us rise from rock bottom and heal the hard stuff in our lives that she shares in her popular books, courses, events, and TV programs. Sandie Sedgbeer: You’ve been incredibly honest about the harrowing ups and downs you’ve had to face in life— being raised by an extremely strict grandmother, being raped at an appallingly young age, being a teenage mother at 16, having three children and a physically abusive husband at 21, suicide attempts and, many beatings later, leaving your husband and becoming a welfare mom. And then incredible success, followed by more downs when you lost your daughter to colon cancer. And that’s just the barest bones of the rockbottoms that you’ve faced.
Suffice to say, and there can be few people better qualified than you to show others how to rise and fix their lives, or to say boldly—not without compassion—'Get Over It. No matter what life throws at us, there is a way to heal the hard stuff,’ and that, of course, is the title of one of your recent books. Where did you find the strength and resilience to keep going? OMTIMES
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Health and Wellness Floral Essences for Cats By Ministry Earth OM TIMES | Apr A Edition 2020
Healing with the clean, pure,
FLORALS FOR CATS:
beautiful agents of nature is surely the one method of all which appeals
To begin your cat's therapy with a
to most of us
specific Bach flower, you just need
Edward Bach
to apply the appropriate number
F
of drops, which for cats are usually lower therapies are becoming
about 4 drops, directly on the animal's
increasingly popular these
tongue - if he allows it - 4 times a day.
days, and this also includes pet owners, since just
If the animal is a bit uncertain and
as humans can benefit from the
reluctant to accept the medication
energetic balance of these flower
with this method, it is possible to
essences, animals can do the same
place the drops mixed with food
with some of them. For cats, for
or diluted in his water, regarding
example, therapy can be beneficial.
the same amount that would be administered directly on the tongue,
There are not uncommon complaints
as well as the intervals in which they
from people who say their cat lives
would be usually taken. For those
stressed and does not get along
cases where the person chooses to
with anyone; or scratch the furniture
leave the animal’s water with the
compulsively; Among many other
floral all day long, you mustn't forget
situations, there are many negative
to change this water every day.
feelings that can influence an animal. Beyond the hassle, seeing the fur
Here are some of Bach's flower
in this situation is heartbreaking for
essences that can be great supporters
tutors, who sometimes no longer
in treating domestic cats’ emotions.
know what to do to provide them with Aspen (Populus tremula): Floral of
well-being.
fearlessness, it is indicated for cats that It is at these times that giving non-
have unexplained fears and wake up
invasive therapy such as the floral
with inexplicable meows and squeaks.
medicine a chance, it can be very convenient as it is easy to introduce
Beech (Fagus silvatica): Floral
the use of floral flowers to your cat
of empathy and tolerance; it is
friend.
recommended for intolerant cats with OM TIMES | Apr A Edition 2020
The Art of Peaceful Stillness by Andrea Mathews OM TIMES | Apr A Edition 2020
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hen you get up in the
have been taught to listen to the outer
morning, and you
world, with its clattering insistence
open the blinds to
that it and it alone is right. Rather we
look out for the first
have been taught to look outside of
fresh time that day to your front lawn
our own souls for the guidance, the
or your backyard, can you see the peace
light, the answers to the quests of the
that makes up the natural world? Can
soul. Rather we have been taught to
you see that the sky and its holdings
ignore, repress and even lock away
are just hanging there peacefully?
from consciousness all of that peaceful
Can you see that the trees in your
stillness that contains all of that
neighborhood represent so fully the
life-giving movement. Yet the soul
silence and the presence of stillness?
persists, and like the roots of the tree,
And while you are looking at the peace
continues to give us all that we need
in the natural world, can you hear the
to survive, all that we need to continue
gentle movement of the wind or the
to reach for the sky.
sound of a singing bird? Do you know that there is a kind of movement that
That peaceful stillness is available to any
exists, thrives within the field of stillness
and all of us at any moment of any day.
that contains all of nature? We see it
One of the easiest ways to get in touch
in the waves of the ocean, the gentle
with it is to look at the natural world,
lapping of a lake, the raging fullness of
for that peace, that stillness is right
a wild river or the storming wind.
there in front of us all of the time. I remember a time in my life when I was
Just as it is in the natural world, there
very confused about what might be my
is deep stillness, an utter silence that
next step—and I took a hike deep into
exists as the deepest part of your
the mountainous woods. While I was
essence, and it contains all of the
there, the wind started blowing at the
movement, the sway, the wind, the
top of the mountain and came rushing
rolling waves, the thundering storms of
down, blowing first the trees at the top,
your soul. You are utterly carried by this
then the next trees, then the next and
quiet essence. In fact, it is the most real
the next until I finally felt the wind in
part of you. It has a still and often small
my face. First, that’s a fascinating and
voice, but mostly because we have not
exhilarating event even on its surface,
been taught to listen to it. Rather, we
to hear the power and push of the wind
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How to Feel More Complete Inside and Out by Rachelle Wilber
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B
oth your internal and
appearance, which may further add
external self might be
to your downward spiral. Cutting
causing you to feel less
ties with friends and romantic
than your best. Thankfully,
partners who promote negativity
there are several ways that you can
is a great way to get ahead in life.
improve yourself that will help you
Eliminating negativity might also
in many areas of your life. Following
mean having to change homes and
these four tips will likely be effective
career paths to achieve the desired
for you to feel more complete inside
results.
and out and live a well-balanced life.
Eliminate Negativity
Stop Bad Habits Certain lifestyle habits could be
Negative people and situations can
bad for both your body and mind.
take a toll on your psyche. Too much
Drinking excessive amounts of
negativity in your life can also cause
alcohol can add unwanted pounds,
you to start caring less about your
damage internal organs, and take a
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Are they going to be brave enough to stand up for what they believe in?
The Future of Our Kids by Dagny Grant and Beth Donnelly
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ids are our future… and
Kids are literally our future! So, if we
what we teach them today,
want them to live with integrity, peace,
will guide them to be brave
and equality…we need to be an example
enough to stand up for
of that. And, we need to create books,
what they believe in when it’s their
films and other media that teach
turn to lead the world.
what authentic happiness really is… at a young age. If we do that… the
We believe kids need to be brave
formation of what they believe in…will
enough to stand up for what they
reflect kindness and appreciation for
believe in, and it’s up to the adults in
the people, the animals, & the beauty of
this generation to show them how!
nature that surrounds the world.
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Learning When It is Time To Move On By Ascending Hearts OM TIMES | Apr A Edition 2020
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ometimes, we need serenity in
you want to live within. If you're going
life, and this happens, especially
to stay positive, you need to fight for
when we are deciding whether
a positive environment. Surround
the time has come to move
yourself with the kind of persons who
on over some situation or not. Although
raise your spirits. It is empowering.
loosening ties and looking to the future is overwhelming, it can be a necessary
No Llama Drama
process. At some point, you will need
If people around you are used
to accept the fact that you may have
to drama, you need to get away
overcome some connections. Not
from that. These are not the right
everyone you have had a relationship
circumstances you need in your life,
with needs to stay in your lifelong term. If
and these tensions can vampirize your
you're wondering if you're ready to leave
life energy. The drama has no place in
something or someone in your life and it's
the lives of genuinely positive people.
time to move on, here are some signs that can help you.
Nothing can drag you down if you're not holding on to it.
Don't dwell on what went wrong.
Tony Robbins
Instead, focus on what to do next. Spend your energies on moving forward
Lack of freedom and Free Will
toward finding the answer.
If you feel stuck with a particular
Denis Waitley
situation, or someone, it's probably time to move on. Life is too short to
You Feel exceedingly Unhappy.
feel confined in a case or stuck with a
If you are unhappy in situations in your life,
person that doesn't allow you to move
your main goal should be to change them.
forward. The feeling of being trapped
You are the only person who can allow
is not a pleasant emotion.
yourself to be happy. Your happiness will not be found in other people.
Dealing with Distrust In life, it is necessary to surround
When Your Environment is Negative
ourselves with people who trust us
Negativity is something that you see quite
and whom we can also trust. If you
often in life. But, if you are surrounded by
don't trust those around you, you are
it, you evaluate if this is the energy field
relating to the wrong people. Trust is
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STARGAZING APRIL 2020
The April 7th Full Moon in Libra brings some hidden matters into the Light. It’s the best time to bring personal and business relationships to a successful conclusion. This year the April Full Moon is a bit tricky, because of a Mars/Uranus square that brings accidents, violence as well as sudden and unpleasant terminations and separations.
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The April 22nd New Moon in Taurus brings a quiet, reflective time to guide and help you to find the best path to untie any knots the latest Sun-Saturn square may have thrown your way. Take time to meditate and “set your conditions” for success.
THE PERSONAL SIGNS Aries (3/21-4/20) April brings a sigh of relief, and things are back to normal. Normal? Oh my, you need to formulate a new normal because both you and your reality have changed. You can’t just take action. You have to focus and make it count and be meaningful. Find ways to connect with others for information, guidance, and support. This will enrich you on an emotional level. You find it’s not enough to climb up the ladder anymore. You need a vision of what your work means and how it impacts you. Taurus (4/21-5/21) As April opens, you are slowly finding your way back to the center even though you’re still on that rollercoaster ride. It brings you a sense of security as you discover that the principles you once lived by haven’t changed one bit. This revelation helps you to see that much of what you thought was of value. A belief or preference, and those don’t always stand the test of time. You are beginning to create a new world for yourself. Gemini (5/21-6/20) In April, the emotional pain you’ve been hiding from is coming forth to be released. Feel them and let them go. Otherwise, they have the potential of destroying that which you desire. The most important thing for you now is to become the observer. Don’t allow yourself to get dragged into uncomfortable situations. You could start reverting into your old patterns. This hard work seems to be getting worse every day but doesn’t run for the hills. Your goal now is to stay present at the moment as well as to remain detached. You can do it, Gemini. Cancer (6/21-7/22) In April, you feel like running as fast as you can, but don’t sense you’re getting anywhere. Your inner urge to move is overshadowing the direction you’ve set for yourself. Slow down a bit and focus. The key is to focus and combine this energy surge with a concrete target, then go from there. Refrain from making any decisions about your career, your career, and most of all your money. April isn’t the time to make any demands or requests.
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Crucifixion Story Not the Way to Salvation by Arthur Telling
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he Apostle Paul taught the gentle Jesus Message of love and forgiveness, yet his central message
Salvation Through a Belief is Questionable The Apostle Paul taught the
was of Salvation through the Cross,
necessary social and moral values:
a message not given by Jesus.
love, forgiveness, honesty, gentleness,
Paul suffered and endured, and he
and controlling emotion and physical
converted many pagans to the new
behavior and such. Yet his centerpiece
faith. It is paramount that we today
is the Crucifixion narrative, a story
come to terms with a truer salvation
of salvation through the death and
message and discard the outdated
resurrection of the Son of God,
need for a suffering Master.
adopted by the churches Paul
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founded and influenced, and now is
out of cities by his Jewish Judaic and
the cornerstone of the established
Jewish Christian adversaries, and yet
Christian Church.
he showed no animosity toward them, but rather he viewed his own suffering
But the Crucifixion narrative is illogical
as a necessary sacrifice toward
on its face, for it glorifies suffering and
furthering the word of God, even for
conceptualizes good and evil, qualities
converting his adversaries to bring
that a genuinely elevated Master
them salvation.
would reject. Paul’s trials were many; he was beaten, stoned, flogged, and routinely run
Salvation Comes Through Knowledge and Understanding
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7 ways to Create from Our Soul by Jennifer Ott OM TIMES | Apr A Edition 2020
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hat does it mean
online reviews. At times criticism can be
to create from the
so harsh, it can genuinely break our spirit.
soul and how we do it? First, we need
For artists of all genres, it is important
to silence exterior and inner criticism,
to learn how to handle constructive
and then get our conscious ego out
criticism, but it’s even more important
of the way. Through sitting in silence,
to dismiss what is destructive. Realize
we allow the subtle voice of the soul
the only opinion that matters is our
to speak and inspire us. Documenting
own, so put on our blinders and cancel
the soul’s voice through journaling
out exterior negativity.
and art not only creates soulful masterpieces but teaches us about
Silence the Inner Critic
ourselves and the world. Our inner critic is often more harmful We hear all the time to create from the
than the public one, and the best way
soul. What exactly does that mean and
to silence it is to rebel against it. When
how exactly do we know if it is our soul
we have a strong desire to create and
we are actually channeling? How do
our heart thrives on the passion of our
we create from the depth of our soul?
inspiration, but our mind tells us we aren’t any good, it’s time to tell our
It starts with the desire to meet our
mind to get lost and create anyway.
soul and listen to its stories intertwined within our subconscious. Once we are
Again, it is a sign of our society, in which
ready to engage, the first steps are to
many are conditioned we have to be
cancel out exterior noise.
good…to be talented. Our culture has this annoying voice that tells us we
Dismiss Criticism
must be qualified to create. However, realize the quality of the craft comes
We live in a highly pragmatic society,
from practice. It comes from one-day
and many are hyper-critical of what we
creating near-masterpiece to a piece of
create collectively. It seems everyone
garbage. Embrace each creation with
has an opinion, and may not be afraid
the same artistic vigor and that will
to share it, especially when it is done
show the mind the heart and soul mean
anonymously on social media and over
business.
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Why Our World Needs More Conscious Thought Leaders by Angela Blaha OM TIMES | Apr A Edition 2020
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n most days, I find myself
whole being, eliminating concepts
caught between two
of the ego, where greatness is seen
worlds, the human world
in only one area. Rather real thought
of having to get things
leaders combine multi-dimensional
done, make money, have sex, clean the
intelligence into one humble way of
house, cook meals and make everyone
being.
happy. The other world has nothing to be done; rather, there is a yearning to
Every single person has thoughts, yet
know, know everything about who we
we limit our thoughts according to
are and why we are here.
our beliefs; this view does not, in most cases, contain the universe.
No big task and absolutely no pressure in either world.
Why?
I tend to focus on being a conscious
We live in a Universe and we also live
thought leader where every action,
in a world where many of our beliefs
every word, every thought, every
are based on cause and effect. What
emotion, and every belief I use has a
I think about today and act upon has
universal presence. How will this cause
an effect on my future. We limit our
and effect, my mind, body and spirit?
perspective to me, the one person
This universal view takes in many more
when in actuality, we need to be
aspects than the mundane ‘get things
conscious about how that thought,
done’ perspective.
and action affects the entire Universe and we all should be able to call
If we look back through time at some
ourselves Conscious Thought Leaders.
of the great leaders, the ones who
A knowing of unity, wholeness, and
made big changes for humanity
realism based on cause and effect, not
like Einstein, Tesla, Jung, and so
perception.
many more. What did they all have in common? Their brilliance went
A way of being superconscious that
beyond their fields of expertise.
we can experience ourselves as leaders in thinking everything through,
True thought leaders bring all aspects
understanding and being able to see
of conscious awareness into one
the big picture before we respond?
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