I Love You

I am sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.

And that's it. That's what it takes to get to peace, or zero limits, as Joe Vitale and Dr. Ihaleakala Hew Len describe in the book Zero Limits.

Not surprisingly, and quite synchronistically, this book came to me literally a week after I identified that my core objective in life is to 1) feel peace and 2) share it with others.

What I learned in Zero Limits is that peace is completely possible, and it requires one thing of each of us: we must take 100% responsibility for EVERYTHING that is in/and comes into our lives. No more blaming, pointing or seeking to explain or justify.

The only thing we need to do is clear and heal ourselves. And as we do, those around us will be cleared and healed. There is no more "out there", there is only within.

It would be impossible to describe all of the life-changing information I received from this book, so you should definitely just order it right now and read it yourself. :)

Using a Hawaiian process called Ho'oponopono, Dr. Len healed a ward of criminally insane mental patients in Hawaii--without ever seeing one patient. He simply cleared (using the statements you see at the beginning of this blog) whatever was within him that fed into the illusion that the patients were a problem. Eventually, the ward completely closed down and no longer exists today--all but 2 were healed.

So far, I've been using the process for a couple of days, and the healing and synchronicities are tremendous. Most of all, there is an additional element of peace within me. And when people or situations come up, I take responsibility for them and use the Ho'oponopono process to clear them. In addition, I recommit to staying in the flow, allowing life to happen as it's meant to and only taking action when inspired to do so.

I also discovered that on Oct. 11th & 12th there will be a Ho'oponopono class in Eugene, Ore. Curious about learning the process and how to clear out the old programs playing in your mind (that disturb your ability to achieve peace)? Then, check it out. I'll report more as it unfolds for me...

Wishing you peace beyond all understanding (my new sign-off, thanks to Dr. Len),
Heather :)

Feel the Fear & Do It Anyway!

I made the above commitment a few months ago at a seminar facilitated by the amazing Jennifer Powers. I said I would push myself boldly out of my comfort zone in order to grow. At the time, it sounded like a fantastic idea.

Then, the work began.

As one writing contract wound down, an opportunity presented itself to grow my skills in another, powerful way--coaching. It would require going to an office, learning brand new skills and creating another way of being. It would require leaping far out of my comfort zone so that I could have more of an impact on people. So that every day, I could support individuals across the country in achieving their dreams. It has been an amazing and rich experience, as I've spent the summer success coaching non-traditional college students through an incredible company, InsideTrack.

And this was just the beginning.

Since committing to "feeling the fear and doing it anyway," I followed my inner guidance to walk away from relationships that no longer serve my long-term growth, move into a home that would allow me to be (and "be" in my favorite part of Portland!), and allow new people into my life in new and surprisingly different ways.

Whew!

In addition, my writing began to evolve. I started writing poetry again. I began pitching to editors on articles I was passionate about. My book project (passed in the final review by Lyon's Press -- you guys are missing out!) has taken on new life, as my coauthor and I refine it AND stay true to our vision.

This feeling the fear thing is not easy. It's uncomfortable. It hurts. It makes me scream and cry and in general act like a 5-year-old. On the flip side, I am living - I am feeling. Every day, I'm discovering my truth in a fuller and deeper way.

I'm leading the life my life deserves to live:
-Connecting with like-minded individuals on a daily basis who inspire me.
-Supporting and coaching amazing people.
-Writing what I love.
-Engaging only in relationships that serve my highest good (and the highest good of the other).

The clincher to all of this? I never imagined it would be so fraught with intensity, emotion and grand ephipanies. It is richer, deeper and more heart-chakra expanding than I ever anticipated.

Isn't life grand?!
Leave a comment here about how you're feeling the fear and doing it anyway...

Happy Writing!
xoHeather :)

Portland Musician Worth Checking Out

One of the great things about Portland is the variety and depth of talented musicians living in our city. It's an absolute mystery to me how someone as talent-less as Britney Spears or Fergie can make it big, while our city is filled with celebrity-status musicians that the world still doesn't know about.

Real musicians can actually play instruments (shocking!), sing beautifully AND look hot! Who woulda thought?

Last night I had the pleasure of discovering Tony Smiley at the Buffalo Gap off of Macadem Ave. Picture Johnny Depp (a good combo of 21 Jump Street, Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas and Pirates of the Carribean), with a sexy hot voice and amazing musical skills. Not bad, right? You've got to check this guy out. He's incredible!

So, get on Myspace, make him your friend and go visit his next show. You won't be disappointed!

-Heather :)

Mini-Breaks For the Writer's Soul

Recently, I interviewed Judith McGee for LadyAdvisor.com -- besides being absolutely fabulous, she also encouraged and advocated mini-vacations. I decided to take her advice and booked a 3night/4day vacation in sunny (and hot!) Las Vegas.

For the first time ever, I didn't take an ounce of work or homework with me. I took books, like Mastery of Love and The Celestine Prophecy instead. I wrote poetry. About crazy drunk people in swimming pools. But, whatever. The point was I was thinking and writing creatively and completely outside my norm. It felt soooo good!

I laid by the pool in 90 degree heat and looked at my life back in the Pacific NW in a whole new way. I felt gratitude. And when I returned 4 days later, I was ready to dive back in...

What's your favorite mini-break vacation spot?
Leave your comments here...

Happy Writing!
Heather :)

Willamette Writer's Faire & Conference

It's that time of year again (which means summer is almost here!)...

Don't miss the FABULOUS Willamette Writer's Faire & Conference coming up the end of July and early August 2008. I have friends who have received book deals at the conference and last year, I made some amazing writer friends and was motivated to complete my book proposal. Check out the details here:

Writers Faire - Thursday, July 31, 2008
5 to 7 pm in the Mount Hood room of the Airport Sheraton Hotel
FREE to the Public
*If you want to sell your book at an event, this is a good one.

Writer's Conference - August 1-3, 2008
Portland Airport Sheraton Hotel
Connect with agents, publishers and other writers!

Hope to see you there!

Happy Writing!
Heather :)

ExBoyfriendJewelry.com is a MUST Site to Visit!

Okay ladies, finally we have an option for jewelry left over from our ex-boyfriends (or girlfriends). ExBoyFriendJewelry.com allows women to put past loves jewelry up for sale. Then, other women (or men) can purchase the jewelry online. Genius!

The New York Times recently wrote an article about this fabulous site that helps women unload their past and make some cash. Sounds like a plan to me! If only I had boyfriend's who gave me jewelry... :)

But, it does beat the pawn shop. Right now the site is being upgraded to handle the recent rise in traffic (once the NY Times covers you, traffic tends to increase). Bookmark the page and check back.

-Heather

Another Reason Why France Rocks the House

Eat something sista! Food is GOOD.

France just passed a body image law that forbids anorexic models to be featured in print/television advertising or on the runways. How freakin' cool is that?!

Maybe someday, we'll be as cool as France. Until then, I'm even more excited for my trip there in September. Want to move to France? Check out the French Alliance in Portland.

Let's rally so that the United States will pass this law as well.
No more super skinny models - yay!

Happy Writing!
Heather