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Practical Balance

Mayte Picco-Kline — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:00:11 +0000

Every once in a while I like to share with you some of the pearls of wisdom from Diane Dreher's “The Tao of Inner Peace.” Take a look at this perspective of balance…

Look at the patterns that emerge. Are your days balanced?

Are there some things you can delegate, eliminate, or otherwise simplify?

Is there anything missing from your life?

Can you make room for it by scaling down your involvement in other areas?

Think of yourself as an architect designing a beautiful living structure.

Inner Peace Commitments

Mayte Picco-Kline — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:00:24 +0000

Today I would like to share with you some of my personal commitments for the attainment of inner peace and harmony and invite you to consider them in the light of your own current experience.

“This day I embrace serenity and peace on meeting and talking with people. In each situation that may require it, I explore and discover a mutual purpose that can contribute to a peaceful resolution of conflicts, and focus on common goals through the process. I am willing to establish an extended dialogue for problem solving in all situations and listen intently to other’s points of view, making my best effort to first understand them. I acknowledge that the everlasting source of happiness is inner peace.”

It has come crystal clear to me that when I am at peace with myself, I am at peace with others and in such embracing I contribute to the global picture of peace.

May this day be filled with the Divine Light that embraces the best in us all.

A Life of Purpose and Poise

Mayte Picco-Kline — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:00:31 +0000

Life is wonder-filled and it constantly opens opportunities for new friendships. One of my new friends sends me her reflections when she receives mine and it is a joy to discover the fruits of her mind at work.

When we enter into experience with the whole of ourselves and with creative aliveness and when we grasp the central essence of that experience inspiration is possible.

This is what she has to say about a life of Purpose and Poise:

"Crystal snowflakes are said to “grow”. A crystal is formed when a liquid material is allowed to solidify under certain conditions. Most crystals need a “seed”, a place for the crystal to begin; as do we all, when seeking a purposeful balance in our lives."

~ Carole Thompson

The Meaning of Relinquishments

Mayte Picco-Kline — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:00:40 +0000

Just a few days ago I was reflecting again about what I truly need to “have” as I consider residence alternatives for the future and this reminded me of a radio interview by Charito Calvachi-Mateyko for WLCH 91.3 FM in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. where she asked my thoughts about relinquishments.

Question: When we speak of relinquishments, are we saying that we will relinquish worldly things?

It means that we learn to live with things we really need, whatever our needs might be. As Peace Pilgrim said, "material things have to be brought to their proper place. They are here to be used, to be used well; that’s why they exist. But when things have fulfilled their purpose, we can then give them away, perhaps to someone who needs them even more.” Otherwise, things possess us.

Let’s speak of another type of possessiveness. Peace said, "When we think we possess people we have the tendency to direct their lives, which leads to extreme disharmony. Only when we realize that people must live according to their own internal motivations, only when we acknowledge they direct their lives do we discover that we are able to live in harmony with them.” Here we are speaking of a true respect for others. Each of us is solely responsible for our own life. As the great Mexican leader Benito Juárez said wisely, "Respect for the rights of others is Peace.”

More about relinquishments in my next note.

“I Am” by Peace Pilgrim

Mayte Picco-Kline — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:00:22 +0000

Peace Pilgrim, a lady who walked a pilgrimage in the United States and parts of Canada and Mexico for 28 years, also wrote a few poems and songs. My very favorite song of Peace is called, “I Am”. It is a joy to share with you today a version recently posted on YouTube, sung by Kathy Miller, who was a member of the Friends of Peace Pilgrim and made her transition to spirit in 2006. This song is with images of Peace.

The Awe of What can Be

Mayte Picco-Kline — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:10:37 +0000

One of our joys in life is to create our dreams of the future, a vision, our ideals, that whenever possible we focus on manifesting in the here and now. In this context, every once in a while I find meaningful sharing with you one of the powerful ideas emanated from my participation in the teachings of Marc Edmund Jones that relate with the topic at hand. Marc talked in myriad ways about the everlasting potential we explore throughout life.

Here’s my interpretation of one of his thoughts: “When the soul quickens to the Presence within and finds expression in some act of special creativeness, we find consummation in fulfillment of our potential.”

Creativity resides within each one of us. How do you express yours?

I look forward to our communications.

The Power of Unconditional Love

Mayte Picco-Kline — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:00:21 +0000

“Unconditional Love is a dynamic and powerful energy that lifts us through the most difficult times. It is available at any moment by turning our attention to it and using its wonderful potential to free us. It requires practice and intent to allow this energy to fully permeate our daily experience.

Within us is an unlimited supply of love and we hold the key to its release. Loving is a choice we can make every moment.

When we are clear and receptive to our loving nature, we can then direct this love to people and places around us. Our peace becomes the peace for others. Our love becomes the love other people feel. The power of love is held within each of us every moment. This wondrous energy is available merely by our use and conscious recognition. We appreciate then our oneness, wholeness and interconnectedness.

This is a universal love that recognizes the beauty in life, every moment. It is giving just for the sake of giving. It is in this sharing and giving of love to others that we receive as we give. When we give love we experience love itself.”

Shared by Anthea Mitchell

Glastonbury, England

My dear friend, Anthea, was instrumental at a time when I was preparing to publish my book, Wholeness in Living, in 2007. Her beautiful being shines through her words and understanding.

The Beauty of What Is!

Mayte Picco-Kline — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:00:11 +0000

In response to one of my bi-weekly notes, Virginia García shared her own understanding about life and her core beliefs about the divine. Here it is an excerpt for you to see:

“Acknowledging what is,

to be grateful for the visions of Peace…

light shining through a rainy day,

rainbows and hummingbirds.

Enjoy the beauty of what is!”

Time for Inward Contemplation

Mayte Picco-Kline — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:00:21 +0000

This day I would like to share with you, dear friends around the world, my comments to a person who wrote for advice. She said, “Thanks for your words of inspiration. I'm going through a difficult time right now. I dropped out of a meaningful group. I'm changing so much and so fast I need time by myself to figure things out. I feel like I turned myself inside out. I made a complete circle, and feel like I am right back were I started. Although, I'm a totally different person now. What's next? All I can do is pray for guidance. Thanks again.”

My comments to her: “Taking time for ourselves can be a grand opportunity for healing. There are times for reaching out to others and times when inward contemplation will bring the highest rewards. You are very close to your inner being in a deep desire to experience inner peace and I trust your recent decision is the best for you and all. When we feel we have gone through a whole circle I invite you to consider the possibility that we are moving in a spiral … each cycle being wider than the previous one and we become a different person continuously, ever with more experience and understanding. What is next? Perhaps this is a time to let go and flow with the call of your inner being. Patience is important. My suggestion would be to take whatever time may be needed, knowing that answers will evolve at the right moment. I see you are flowing with life.”

One of my recent mottos has been, “Trust. Be. Rejoice.”

Poetic Expression

Mayte Picco-Kline — Mon, 02 May 2011 11:00:44 +0000

Touching core values, a dear friend recently shared inspiring words from our common poet friend who made his glorious transition to spirit a few years ago. In joyful communion with the Divine, I share it with you today.

Peace, It's Wonderful

{An excerpt – initially published in “Shards”}

Communion is silence,
The language of the spirit,
of God.
In the depths of quiet seeking
All becomes clear.

Jonas Mather
shared by Patti Hudson, Pennsylvania U.S.A.