From the desk of Karin Janin: 1) Intention Of The Month 2) Intention Exercise 3) From the Home Front 4) Announcements 5) Featured Website 6) From The Orphan Connection

July's Intention

Struggle. This is one of those words that has been a part of my life for years and years. In fact, I felt that I was born into this world filled with "struggle." As an orphan from Germany, I did not know my biological mother until I was over 30 years old. I "struggled" to leave the orphanage- which I eventually did, I "struggled" to be loved, I "struggled" to be liked, I "struggled" to be smart and pretty......

This has been my mantra for a very, very long time.

I "struggle about this".... I "struggle about that".... I "struggle".... I "struggle".... I "struggle".... I "struggle"....

My wonderful Life Coach Trainner, Joanne Susi, pointed out that I could easily replace "struggle" with "effortless." I realized then what my life long pattern had been and reflected back at a time when I was told by my adopted mother that "struggling" meant I was building character. For years I equated struggle with becoming stronger or a better person! So "struggle" was my friend.....or rather, my greatest enemy. One doesn't need to "struggle" to achieve.

I stopped focusing on my "stuggles" and waving my imaginery banner around which said, "look at me......I'm working so hard." Life is not a struggle, it is meant to be enjoyed. Once I embraced "effortless" thoughts, the doors began to open.....and this can happen to you. "Effortless" is NOW my friend.....can you make "effortless" your friend?

How many of you have used the word struggle to keep you stuck for some attention?

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Intention Exercise:

Make a list of the times you have used the word "struggle" and
then see how you can replace it with "effortless":

Let me know what your experiences are with this exercise. Please send me an email.

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From the Home Front

This month I will be going to Montana to stay with my oldest daughter who is having #2 baby. The good news is that I get to play with my grandson, Cameron, who of course, is so smart. Having Grand Angels is the most wonderful experience I've ever had. Remember, pay back....I get to spoil them and then leave! Whooopppeeee! AND, my grandchildren think I'm smart, funny and wonderful! That's the message I have for new grandparents! By the way, my Grand name is GramMopsey!

Sad news is that my dog Duke is quite ill and is living his last days at home. I find it hard to believe that animals can get human diseases so quickly, without any warning. Duke has cancer of the spleen, is bleeding internally, and has Lyme Disease-all human diseases. He has taught me a valuable lesson in that he never complains, and he lives in the moment! What a gift!

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Announcements

Coming soon: Magic of Intention Book. This book, or workbook, is filled with personal stories, what works, what doesn't, exercises, meditations, visualizations and more. Remember: the key to getting what you want is KNOWING YOUR INTENTION and THEN you can DESIGN your future. Stay tuned for the date of publication.

Coming Soon: Magic of Intention Circles.

New Section: Magic of Intention Healing Circle. If you know of someone who needs positive, loving healing energy and would like to add them to the list, please email me and I will be glad to add them. Here is the web page: http://www.karinjanin.com/heal.php

New Books From Friends: "Making Love With Passionate Thoughts" by Roger King. "The simple aim of this book is to develop our 'higher awareness' by feeding our unconscious mind positive messages, from our conscious mind." I recommend it. This can be downloaded from http://www.soultalkstories.com/order.htm#mlwpt

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Featured Website:

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Founded by Chelle Thompson

The following are her thoughts about the word "Struggle"

"The word 'struggle' has never been a conscious term in my vocabulary ...  therefore, it doesn't lurk in the depths of my subconscious.  We cannot change our lives for the better if we paint dark pictures like this with our languaging, since the words then fester in our minds and manifest as our destinies." 
 
"I've been very blessed because I 'came in' with a positive approach to life ... perhaps to counteract an extremely negative mother.   When I hear people lament their situations with descriptions like, 'That's just my luck again to have things go sour, so that I have to keep struggling.' I actually cringe inside." 
 
"This kind of 'stinking thinking' is exactly the reason those challenges keep reappearing.  It's not easy to break old habits, so these phrases will keep popping into our brains until we train ourselves otherwise.  We CAN reverse habitual tendencies, however,  by 'talking back' when we hear the negativity in our head: "Ah-ha, there's that pesky old phrase again ... out with you now!"   It's truly a process, not an event, which may take dozens of repetitions; eventually, though, we can create new thought patterns and enlightened realities."

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From The Orphan Connection

The Orphan Connection is a foundation that is dedicated to honoring orphans who are making a difference thus creating Mentor Orphans. We are always looking for stories of orphans who have made a difference in YOUR life - so please share them with us. These Mentor orphans give hope and a sense that "I am not alone."

Dr. Stan Friedland is one of these Mentor orphans. He is an author and an educational consultant. I am proud to say that Stan has written another wonderful book. This one is called "Play It Again Sam" It is story about a young basketball "wizard" by the name of Sam Schoenfeld. who lived from 1906 to 1956. After he passed away, the Collegiate Basketball Officias' Association (CBOA) honored Sam by creating the Schoenfeld Memorial Spotsmanship Award. This book is about inspiring other young players, about teamwork, about integrity and much more. I highly recommend this book to be added to your book list. (You can purchase this book through the publisher - Xlibris.com, OR Amazon.com OR receive an autographed copy by the author for $17.00.His email address is: <stanfree@optonline.net>)

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Have a great 4th of July!

Celebrate everyday as you 4th of July!

Think about this month's Intention

LETTING GO OF "STRUGGLE" AND REPLACING IT WITH "EFFORTLESS"

Check out the Magic of Intention Motivational Cards

Mantra

Attitude • Gratitude • Happiness • Joy

Namasté , Karin Janin