Dr. Terri Kennedy

Thought

"Take heed: you do not find
what you do not seek."
-- English Proverb

"Monitor your thoughts, measure your words, and manage your actions. Remember, the 'little' things you say to your Self in jest; are the big things that manifest. If you want a truly delicious life, make sure your mind is consistently ordering the right thoughts!" 

"Positive thinking is not enough; belief is necessary."

"If you mentally see it and fully believe it, then you have already received it. Be thankful and trust the process. Gratitude will guarantee the Gift."

"Unintended consequences happen. Taking the right next step depends on the type of consciousness you’re cultivating."

"All great creators have understood the power of imagination."

"Every great advance first came from a thought... a dream... the imagination of an individual coupled with belief and action. Imagination creates. It is the process of inventing partial or complete personal realms within the mind."

"Imagination fuels innovation in business, joy in love, and adventure in life. It is a gateway to the world of the unconscious, a path to your inner life, a conversation with your Core Self."

People who nurture their imagination are often very creative, resourceful and successful. They see opportunities rather than obstacles, possibilities versus problems. They can draw upon their imagination to problem-solve and think of new options.

"If you take your images of thought only from your previous experiences, then you will continue to cloud your vision."

"Tune your instrument. Tap into your own frequency. Negative energy has been shown to have a low frequency so work on raising your vibrations through focused positive thoughts and experiences of joy."

"Practice mindfulness. Become an observer to your world. Make a point to look at the sky, listen for the birds, and feel the sun kiss your skin. Whatever you are doing, focus all of your attention on it. Develop your own daily rituals to honor your place in this Universe."

"Expect the best. Demonstrate your faith in the Universe by expecting to receive what you desire. Operate with calm trust that ALL is working for your Highest Good."

"The Universe has been designed so that you can consciously create your reality and manifest your dreams. Honor it. Respect its power. Use it to create good in your life and the lives of others."

"Take time to find clarity regarding your own purpose and vision. Then ask, believe, and be ready to receive."

"Take time every day to commune with Nature, to raise your vibration, to honor all living beings, to give thanks for the privilege of life."

"When things seem tough, pause and think about your place in this Universe – about the bounty around you. If all this is possible, then what is truly impossible?"

"No matter what lens you view it through, the Universe is an awesome power. It is bigger than us and yet affected by us. In those terms, we, ourselves, have access to immense power."

"We know that everything in the Universe is made up of energy. You are energy. Your thoughts are energy. As energy you emit vibrations which attract or repel. You can control the frequency of your vibrations through your thoughts and techniques such as prayer, meditation, affirmation and visualization."

"Whether the Universe originated from a Creator, the Big Bang or a combination of the two, the fact is it's here and we're living in it. We can observe the abundance around us in Nature and the inspirations embedded in man-made inventions. There is no limitation to what can be created."

"Quantum physics is now confirming what many ancient texts have said for thousands of years – that we are all connected through a sea of energy (which has been called by many names such as qi, prana, mana, Spirit, One Mind and more), and that we share a consciousness with the Universe and with each other. We are active participants in the evolution of our daily lives and our greater world."

"My theory is that we each can tap into our own X Factor through a combination of belief and connection. For an individual, this means cultivating a deep awareness and belief in the Self coupled with the ability to connect authentically with others. It is being Present with your Purpose, which manifests as an electric presence. It is a consistent focus on your vision and the quest for personal excellence. The depth of your belief could be the difference between success and failure."

"Be supportive. If there is someone around you who is constantly saying, 'No, I can't,' then say, 'Yes, you can!' Allow your affirmative spirit to be contagious. Encourange others to take action and follow their dreams."

"Be mindful of your responses. Next time you say 'no' when your heart is really saying 'yes,' ask yourself: Am I saying 'no' out of fear? What would happen if I said 'yes'?"

"Practice saying 'yes.' As soon as you wake up in the morning say, 'YES, thank you for this day. YES, I know you will show me the way. YES, I am ready to receive. YES, I will move through this day with ease!'" 

"Move fear aside and rely on faith that ALL is happening for your Highest Good. Get into the habit of pushing past your comfort zone. If you don't think you have the courage, then fake it!"

"Saying 'yes' with conviction breeds an affirmative mindset. It's a way of opening up to the power of the Universe and allowing transformation to begin. In one single moment you can change your experience by saying 'yes' to life's opportunities instead of resisting them."

"Waiting for things to be 'perfect' is a form of procrastination. In fact, indecision can be debilitating. It is a passive choice with often regretful consequences. It often leads to a habit of vacillating - always being in limbo. In that mode, you will never achieve your dreams, or at the very least, you will lose momentum and delay positive results."

"You won't always have all of the information, and the circumstances may not appear to be just right. However, at a certain point you simply have to say "yes." If the situation doesn't work out the way you hoped, you will still learn."

"As a consumption-based society, we are used to acquiring external things versus inquiring within. We are not very comfortable with the unknown."

"The concept of Yin/Yang mandates that for activity there must in inactivity. It is important to experience both sides. Next time you confront an empty space, be Present with it versus trying to fill the void. See how non-being can benefit your being. Use the emptiness to grow and experience a connection with the Universe. Find space in your daily activity to breathe. Remember that there is strength in non-action. Free yourself of expectations and attachments, and open up to life. Tune your mind to receive inspirations. Be a vessel for positive energy."

"Seek to understand. Know that there are always at least two sides to a story. Approach situations with no judgment. Listen, learn and be Present. Allow the pauses to bring peace."

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