I woke up this morning after working/training until 1 AM at around 8:30 am. I stretched, and then put on some gear and decided to go for a walk to the grocery store, which I have never done. I strap on my backpack, plug in my ipod, turn it up and journey. I sang aloud to the songs as I walked, with not a care in the world, acutely aware of each step, and my surroundings. I sang louder, trying my best to keep in tune, although I couldn’t hear the quality of my voice, it felt great to bellow out, Bitter Sweet Symphony, Ghost in My Head, Landmine Spring, and a host of other great tunes. My mind then began to ponder why people care so much about what others think. Why do people care so much? People will refrain from singing  aloud if they know they “cannot sing well.” People will be quiet in line at a grocery store, or any public place with others and be mindful of how they are coming off, or behaving around others. Why is that? Why don’t more people move to the music in their headphones, sing and be joyous? I will tell you why, BECAUSE THEY ARE AFRAID OF WHAT OTHERS THINK! I cannot think of anything more ludicrous and more  imprisoning spiritually!

Imagine a world where people were spontaneously friendly, and outwardly joyous! Most people deem strangers who are cheerful to be weird or a little off! It is astounding to me that this is the norm. That people find people who are stomping through the world silently, miserably and self consciously to be normal!The insanity of it all just stimulates me even more intellectually to conduct personal experiments or create simple goals which can be incredibly satisfying. For example, today as I walked singing my Ozzy song, I crossed I95 on a bridge and extended my arms wide and peered over at the cars going under it

singing aloud and with great spirit, mind you and felt amazing! I felt amazing that I broke out of my personal shell and sang to the cars below, arms spread wide and smiling, feeling the sunshine on my face and shoulders. Something so simple (my experiment) made me alive, and exhuberant! So simple, right? I cautioned myself not to sing to quietly if I passed someone on the street, for fear of what they may think and stay steady on my path of happiness and feeling AWESOME! That was totally enlivening as well… AND in the Stop and Shop continued in my great mood in line in customer service, leaving my music loud and actually moving to it, and smiling, not giving a fuck what anyone thought! Let me report, that everyone around me was feeling me, was looking my way, smiling and effectived positively by my joy and happiness and state of non-self consiousness.  I was alive in a sea of strangers just doing my thing, not allowing them to put a damper on my vibe. As I strolled through the store to pick up that mack daddy au naturale apple cider vinegar, natural honey in glass, a sweet potato, some vine tomatoes and natural dish washing soap AND an ironing board cover that doesn’t resemble my a grandmother’s bad taste in table cloths, for my sewing shop, I listened to great music, and my energy was upbeat, and I found children looking at me, smiling, and other’s awareness of my presence. It was all positive.

I got back to the register with my old school Adidas backpack, camoflage exercise capri length bad ass pants and sports bra top- with oakley wrap shades, ha ha ha.. have to give you the full picture here and my cashier automatically knew I didn’t need a bag and had to fit my items in my back pack! She became enlivened as I interacted with her as well, and was curious to see how I would tetris my shit in my bag and throw that thing, african style on my back to trek back home!  We laughed and she got it without me stating the obvious. I ventured out into the norwalk heat, trekking back to my crib with my natural items in my bag, not polluting the air, singing my balls off in the morning sun feeling fucking great to be alive and to have the perspective and the thoughts that I do to appreciate the simple hike that I participated in this am, and felt grateful for the perspective and the things that I learned along the way.  Yah, fuckin A…. Just do it people… Simplify, feel it, and stop worrying about all the average people in the world, what they think, and spread some light, joy and happiness without a care in the world. I am sorry if I offend with my cursing, but I find it utterly essential at times to make a point. Lighten up, have some fun with language and always intersperse your curse words with some deep thoughts and great vocabulary. This day kicks major ass…. and I guess I am a rock and roll spiritualist- a  little rough around the edges, but certainly always well intentioned.

This am I was having my daily am call with my mom, whom I visited this weekend and I uncovered a real human phenomena in an ephemeral moment.  Ever have this person in your life of the other gender who you see in a potentiality sort of way, and they don’t see themselves in the same way?

I think we all do that, don’t we? We project, but also see other’s potential so much more than perhaps even they do. It is so strange to me that we cannot see ourselves entirely due to our internal chatter which can tell us, we aren’t as good as we think, or we cannot do something, or we operate from some familial manner in which was instilled by a family trend, or we absorb the limitations of our surroundings. Inherent in this awakening that I believe some people have these  awesome qualities, this potential, per say, but they get stuck in this old way of being, thinking and settling which prevents them from stepping into the position of moving forward, reaching out, and embracing that which is possible, who they are, well, as I see them, and if only they could see themselves that way.  It is frustrating to have these thought processes because while they are inspiring,  intellectual and clarifying for me, the people that could be in question still remain where they are at the moment, in their inertia, their zone of adequate activity.

Although this isn’t a huge revelation, because we all do it, it was instrumental in me to understand a particular moment of thought. However now that is is revealed, now is it time to move on and let it be the way it is? Is it important to allow others to grow at their own rate or is it prudent to assist them in some way to see something different for themselves? A good question, indeed.

The CD that makes me think... an question!~

My friend, Rebecca Dolber, who happens to make the most excellent jewelery, sent me this CD, The intro to The Option Method because she knows I am a seeker of information that will improve and enhance my experience here– in my life! She said her aunt lived with this interesting Happiness Philosopher, well.. that is what I am choosing to title him- Bruce Di Marsico and that her aunt has introduced her to his teachings and what a profound effect it has had on her life recently in terms of happiness and satisfaction.

Change your beliefs and change your life. The Option Method questions the beliefs that cause unhappiness, allowing for a profound and instantaneous transformation.

“Unhappiness happens in the dark, it happens in the half light of reason. The problem is that you think you know that you have to be unhappy. I suggest that it’s questionable. What if what you are feeling is just the result of a belief you have?”
– Bruce Di Marsico, creator of the Option Method and author of Unlock Your Happiness With Five Simple Questions: The Option Method

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“You have spent a lifetime acquiring and cultivating beliefs, which you never realized before, are actually contrary to the wisdom within you.”
– Deborah Mendel, author of Be Happier Now: Your Personal Roadmap to a Life of Joy and Happiness — The Option Method Workbook

Dr. Jose, taking Beauty to the Next Level!

This weekend, one particular customer came into my craft booth at SONO Arts and told me a story that I couldn’t ignore! She told me she just lost about 30 lbs, and is steadily losing one pound a day HEALTHFULLY! She then said she was over 200 lbs and was happy to be buying a size medium belt- and soon would need an even smaller size! She also asked me to guess her age because the diet she was on was also eradicating crow’s feet around her eyes and diminishing greatly her frown lines! I guessed that she was 32. She is 40. Her skin was impeccable, and glowing- her hair hair texture has improved as well AND every bit of her cellulite has disappeared and she still has about 75 lbs to lose!

I asked what her secret was, she said the HCG Diet! I said, “What is that?” Raven then proceeded to tell me about Dr. Jose in Darien, who I am now dying to interview! I have looked up Dr. Jose today and am completely impressed with her ability to translate internal medicine to also incorporate dietary, and beauty procedures! How cool is that. She is making being a Dr. glamorous. Oh, and one more thing, Raven explained to me that this diet targets all fat areas and literally removes the fat from your body… WOW.. HOW EXCITING IS THAT? When I hear about doctors, procedures, and programs to assist people in helping them to feel better, look better and improve I cannot contain my excitement and immediately want to share it with all of you. 

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The HCG Diet was built on the principle that when this natural hormone is circulating throughout the body, it utilizes unnecessary fat storage to keep the body functioning normally while maintaining a low calorie diet. As long as HCG is flowing through the body, lean muscle mass can be maintained, which allows weight loss to occur in the abdomen and hips where body fat is typically harder to get rid of.

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I had a long talk with my good friend Pam today and each and every time I get off the phone I realize that some poignant stuff was discussed. She is 2 chapters away from finishing her book and it sounds fascinating! I also was very hard in the beginning of the conversation because she said she called a couple times and was worried about me. I took her being worried about me as an insult- HA HA HA.. I like to think that I am the queen of my throne and no one needs to worry- and if they do, and mention they are, I feel like perhaps they think me weak! And my circumstances as of late have shown me that I am anything BUT WEAK… so Pam, you know I love you girl, and I know I explained to you my sitch and you understood why I was all bravery and courage and pomp and circumstance once you mentioned concern. I love that you love me so much, that you kept calling until I called you back because you wanted to know that your girl was straight up aces, which I am. Which brings me to my thoughts after we hung up.

I have realized as of late, especially due to the people that I was forced to deal with, due to a property lease and others, that I chose to have in my life. I realized something huge, rather esoteric, but rather simple at the same time. When people press you against a wall, bully you, mistreat you, and threaten you, it doesn’t do any good to meet them halfway. In fact, it feels down right awful to lower yourself to another’s level of vibrating on a low frequency. It feels like you haven’t progressed from operating at a child like level of dumb- STUPID- lame and embarrassing. Within the last two weeks, I have encountered some unfortunate circumstances, one I created, the other two because I had no choice. All of them error-ed on the side of ludicrous.

I was actually screamed at by two supposed adults and felt like I was on an episode of COPS! It was awesome- NOT at all. I just stood there in awe at the total ridiculousness that was my sitch at that moment. I mean this was some high school consciousness, immature, lowly, disgusting, and juvenile behavior that thankfully I didn’t commence nor participate in. I witnessed hands shaking, out of control screaming and thought it all so surreal. I was thinking, how in the world did I get into this situation? When people want to keep security deposits, they resort to all sorts of lowly behavior- bullying, making up non-existent problems, new rules and act with hostility. It feels completely unnatural for me to behave in a threatening manner, as well as embarrassing. It also feels incredibly unnatural. Fear isn’t something I want to coddle and all beahvior that doesn’t stem from love IS FEAR.  It is amazing! I feel foolish arguing, fighting, or trying to win an argument. It never feels good to win when someone else has to lose. I don’t think anyone in their right mind would agree to bullying, name calling and anything of the sort because what it all boils down to is my opinion and your opinion. It is that simple, NO right, NO wrong. 

For some reason, lately, I am feeling like I really have to adhere to different standards of accepted behavior because once I feel I am put in this awkward position of being mistreated, yelled at, or threatened, I have to wonder, WHY DO I KEEP THIS PERSON IN MY LIFE? That is where I am at currently. and I am not keeping anyone like that around. No more excuses. It would be impossible for me to retain my self respect to continue to accept less than optimal behavior from those around me in the name of being spiritual and understanding. There needs to be a moral code, and boundaries established. Without them, one’s character, and integrity are a blur.

I think I may do an expose feature story and  interview a real estate attorney, and Realtors and the Norwalk Housing Authority to notify  tenants such as me, as to what their rights are, and what is legal and what isn’t! I believe EVERYONE should use their last month’s security for rent, if you know you have properly cared for the property you are renting, of course- because thieving, desperate landlords are in abundance out there! My parents were always to super cool landlords. In fact, my mother, yesterday said, “I always wound up throwing away garbage from tenants after they left and never charged them.” My parents were unusually cool with tenants. She made me realize that I was dealing with some insanity here, not just over garbage, which is a free load in Norwalk, with a beach sticker, but everything else they are trying to come with to make a profit off me. I am still awaiting notification of the “amount of my security deposit they deem acceptable to be given back to me.” What a joke! The house was left scrubbed clean, and in great condition! I cannot wait to report to you all my court date and the amount in which they try to steal from me! In my life I have never had a security deposit not used for last month’s rent and always leaving off on a great note! At this stage in my life, with my wisdom, and responsibility with which I act, it is totally shocking that I have to undergo such scrutiny, badgering. and thievery. I don’t mean to be a downer today, but I guess the moral of the story here is never stoop, and stand up for yourself at all times.

Louise Row, Host of Plain Jane, British Fashion Expert

For the second night in a row, while sewing, I happened across the show Plain Jane! I love it! I don’t know if it is because I was obsessed with giving makeovers from about age 10.. YES, that is exactly why.. I was also the makeover queen in high school. There is something about bringing out the best in someone that feels so great to me. Seeing someone transform into a person with confidence, loving the way they look, and feeling great is the ultimate high! I never got off on making someone feel awful- I was always the opposite. I wanted people to feel great. If you ask anyone who truly knows me, they will say the same. This show is SOOOOOO GREAT because of that. Tonight, I watched this adorable Asian girl, Jona reveal her secret crush on her best friend. The last two shows featured girls who were secretly in love with their best friend. I wonder if every show will reveal the same. Jona was adorable as a plain jane and became cuter as her new made over, haircut, made up, dress-wearing self. I am not going to be able to get enough of this show! I don’t think I could handle one of the participants confronting a crush and the object of their desire rejected them. How horrible would that be? I will have to keep watching to see if it ever happens. I hope it never happens it will break my heart!  If you want some “feel good” television, tune into Plain Jane! I wish I was the host!!! http://www.cwtv.com/shows/plain-jane

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Friday Night Lights- SO MUCH MORE THAN FOOTBALL...

This show is unbelievably emotional and addresses so many societal moral issues it is INSANE! Whomever writes this show, hear me LOUD, you are all GeNIUs!

Peter Berg, creator, Friday Night Lights Television Series

The creator of the show, Peter Berg, is to be hailed. Every time I watch this show, and I am mostly alone, I say aloud, “This show is going to kill me!” I say things out loud the whole time like, “I cannot believe how great this show is..” so on and so forth. You get the picture. Never in my life have I watched a show that addresses all moral issues, and creates perfect repercussions and makes you think and understand things in a way you might not have before! I have all of them watched this season so far, and last night’s viewing of last Friday’s episode was no different for me! The characters are all so well written and the situations they are put in are genius.

Tim Riggins

Everyone in America should be made to watch this show- EVERYONE…! Tim Riggins is now going to take the blow for his bro- that TIM RIGGINS!! He is the good bad boy everyone loves to love. Quietly doing the RIGHT THING.. MOST OF THE TIME.. if he doesn’t, he understands, and is a stand up guy and will take the heat, admit it and move on.. this time, a glimpse into the future– we think he might take the blame for the chop shop because his bro just had a baby.. omg.. TIM… could we love you anymore.. you and your mildy bowed legs, monkey like musculature, long hair and awesomeness?

http://mashable.com/2010/06/05/iphone-apps-self-help/

Gratitude Journal- http://happytapper.com/gratitude-journal/

The app keeps your daily bulleted list protected by passcode, and you can flip through the days, e-mail your list, and add photos. There’s also a function that allows you to rate how you’re feeling so you can record your life improving as you complete the exercise.

Price: .99

The Habit Factor- http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/the-habit-factor-daily-habits/id316925674?mt=8

The app tracks what percentage of your habits you are maintaining, thus creating the occasion to celebrate (or mourn) your progress. Try tracking one goal first using the free Habit Factor Lite, which allows you up to three active habits, before springing for full version.

Price: $6.99 or limited free version

IZEN Garden-http://www.random-ideas.net/Software/iZenGarden/-

While raking around your garden, you can choose between seashells, stones, leaves, and more than 100 other objects to add to the design. Decide if you prefer the sound of ocean waves or forest life in the background, add fluttering butterflies, or change the color of the sand. When you’re done, you can set your garden design to your wallpaper or share the Zen you’ve achieved through e-mail, Facebook(), or Twitter(). iZen Garden Lite is also an excellent free option for those who can live with just 10 stones and one color of sand.

Price: $2.99 or limited free version

Breakkup- http://breakkup.com/

When your friends can’t relate to your relationship issues, or are just tired of hearing about them, it’s nice to be able to turn to complete strangers who aren’t regulars at your favorite watering hole. BreakkUp lets you submit your relationship issues and posts them on a “latest drama” list that the 20,815 other registered users can access via the web or the app. The community can then respond with advice and vote your drama up or down in importance.

Price: Free

myinstantcoach- http://www.myinstantcoach.com/

As long as your life dilemma fits into one of the 75 options that myinstantCOACH has laid out, this app can give you the crucial advice you need to make big decisions. Simply choose the category where you need coaching: Relationships, finance, career, or well being. Then select the life scenario that best matches your own, like “I hate my boss.”

MyinstantCOACH will give you the lowdown on your situation, offer specific actions you can take to improve your problem, and allow you to set up reminders that check in on your progress.

Price: Free

Livehappy- http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/live-happy/id317887266?mt=8

LiveHappy puts the exercises that University of California Riverside professor Sonja Lyubomirsky suggests in her book, The How of Happiness, into app form. Her theory is that by engaging in certain activities on a daily basis, anyone can change his or her mindset. Some of these app activities include evaluating goals, keeping track of happy days, keeping a gratitude journal, thanking people directly, and remembering random acts of kindness. The app also includes a personality analysis and science of happiness content.

Price: $0.99

MyThoughts+- http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mythoughts/id296461352?mt=8

The power of positive thinking has become a mantra for many self-help books. Though psychologists are still debating its merits in relation to overall well being, most other people find it hard to argue against looking on the bright side.

This app keeps positive thoughts flowing in accordance with which category you select. The font, transitions, and background are all customizable, and users can add their own positive affirmations to the collection of 10,000 thoughts, but it’s hard to top phrases like, “Unlimited abundance and prosperity radiate through me, creating infinite opportunities in all areas of my life.” The free version contains 100 different affirmations.

Price: $1.99 or free version

istress- http://www.psiappsinc.com/iphone-applications-istress.html

This app provides several stress management activities including reading an inspirational poem, pondering encouraging quotes, laughing at “stress jokes,” and rating your feelings. There’s also a “reframe thoughts” function that aims to help you to identify and change negative thoughts with a relaxation exercise.

I personally prefer the iShatter approach to stress relief, where $0.99 allows you to simulate the destruction of your screen, various glass objects, or a photo of your choice.

Price: $0.99

More Iphone Resources by the “MASTER” Mashable!

- Top 10 iPhone Apps for TV Fanatics
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- 10 Best iPhone Apps for Dog Lovers

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