If you are observing a special spiritual, religious, or cultural occasion in the week ahead I send you glad tidings. And, as we approach a new (western) calendar year I offer these thoughts to take with you..

LIFE I AM THE NEW YEAR

Life I am the new year.
I am an unspoiled page in your book of time.
I am your next chance at the art of living.
I am your opportunity to practice what you have learned about life during the last twelve months.
All that you sought and didn’t find is hidden in me,
waiting for you to search it out with more determination.
All the good that you tried for and didn’t achieve
is mine to grant when you have fewer conflicting desires.
All that you dreamed but didn’t dare to do, all that you hoped but did not will,
all the faith that you claimed but did not have –
these slumber lightly, waiting to be awakened
by the touch of a strong purpose.
I am your opportunity
to renew your allegiance to Him who said, “behold, I make all things new.”
I am the new year.

– Author Unknown

Happy Holidays!
Gio

Well, the John Welshons interview is up and running, and JW didn’t let us down. He brings a level-headed approach to a topic that meets with way too much combat and not enough common sense. I hope you’ll give a listen…

Everyday is a day for giving thanks, and since it’s the month of Thanksgiving you might want to include your relationships on your gratitude list. Remember, relationships have a lot to teach us- especially the not so good ones. The people who push your buttons can take you a long way on the path to consciousness!

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Hi everyone,

Here’s a link to my podcast: http://gio.podOmatic.com

See you there!

- – Gio

‘Been a long time since the last post! Sure, I could make excuses about all the planning to go back home for my 40th high school reunion. And, then there’s the unpacking and settling in to my routine after coming back from that trip. No, I won’t use any of those tired excuses. My “bad”, simple as that.

I do find occasions such as high school reunions great opportunities to take stock of whether we’re really living a genuine life. Did we merely “buy it” and follow the suggested gameplan. Or, did we buy it early on and now we’re feeling pulled toward a different way of living? I came away from my class get-together feeling good about some things, and in need of some re-tooling in other areas. It’s not about judgement but rather about adjustment. For me 20,30, or 40 year mileposts are less about nostalgia and more about navigation- have I veered off course..is my ship taking on water..? You might want to take these questions with you if you’re headed toward a milepost event of your own.

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The new episode of Chi For Yourself is finished and uploaded. My guest is Robert Kull, who spent a year alone in the wilds of Patagonia. His journaled days and nights are contained in a new book called “Solitude, Seeking Wisdom In Extremes”. In it he reminds us of the insights that quiet contemplation can bring us. I especially like the reactions he has gathered regarding the 9/11 attacks. The world’s take on the World Trade Center destruction may make you uncomfortable, but it’s something to think about!

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It’s the title of a great old Sam Cooke tune, but it’s also the shape of things to come around here. We’re in the process of moving our website. It’s something I didn’t expect, at least not so suddenly. But, the situation with the current webhost just couldn’t go on, so here we come.

Also, my apologies to you if you had a problem finding the (audio version of) the show.  With everything else going on, we got caught in a bandwidth squeeze.  Good news for our “stats”- lots of folks finding the show- but not so good for convenience of access. A wave of the fantastic plastic card and we’re back in business.

As always, we’re dedicated to approaches to life that are in keeping with Universal Laws.

By the way, the current show with guest Russill Paul is getting great reaction and I hope you’ll take some time to give it a listen.

Whether you sort of happened upon this blog or you’re a Chi For Yourself regular I welcome you. And, I assure you I will keep working to bring you the kind of content that will support the conscious approach to life.

Gio

On the current Chi For Yourself I replaced Kami Gray’s “Denin Diet” interview with a replay of last year’s Wayne Dyer account of re-connecting with his father..This may seem like an odd Father’s Day show, what with all the necktie and golf club-type tributes to dads you usually see. But, when I said it resonated with me I meant it. Having a strained relationship with your father can hurt you or help you- it’s your choice. I learned plenty from those years with my father. Like Wayne, I opted to use the experience as a great lesson.

The July edition of Chi For Yourself is taking shape. It deals with the subject of Christianity’s relationship to Yoga. My guest has lived on “both sides of the fence” so to speak. He’s lived and practiced as both a Christian and a Hindu monk (‘didn’t think you could do that!) and he brings insights that will inform you and maybe clear up some misunderstandings in these areas.

Thought: Another sports hero is prepping to come back from a performance drug suspension. All Hail!! Now our team can really beat up on your team!

I’m reminded of the acronym B.I.R.Ging..or Basking in Reflected Glory.

Be your own winning team..think consciously..live consciously..

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In my part of the world May 5th is celebrated for the sake of celebration. The Mexican community reminds you that the 5th of May is really a minor holiday on Mexico’s radar screen. But the brewers insist that it’s time to party like it’s 1999..TV commercials will tell you who gets the last word in that department.

The interview with Kami Gray is in the “can”, and at first I wasn’t sure it would ever get to that point.

I mean, no manly-man reads a book like The Denim Diet, right?! But, I gotta say Kami was a swell interview, and her humor and knowledge come accross in a book that really has something to say to everyone.

Enjoy your day!

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As I write this post I’m listening to a talk show- something I rarely do, but I like the host. Used to have my own radio talk show once upon a time..

But, today’s show is all about predictions..Growing threats in Pakistan..an Islamic state about to be formed there..all out chaos…nukes flying around the region, and….and….and….

Time for a thought review. Where is your attention going today? Are you at war with your neighbor..a co-worker..a family member..anyone who doesn’t look or sound like you?

Let’s take a deep breath together, and remember where our thoughts can take us. What the Law of Attraction says, in a nutshell, is that “like attracts like”. This means that the things you think about the most are the things you will have in your life.

On a completely un-related matter: You may have noticed some strange things on the Chi For Yourself website. Mainly, images and text that seem to have totally or partially disappeared. A real smart tech-type told me we may have been Confickered on April 1st.

After a couple of chats with the webhostoids and a tech ticket or two we seem to have things back to where we want them.

The next offering of Chi For Yourself is taking shape-more on that later…

As I write this I have only moments ago faxed my 5-quadrillionth item to the folks who promise me “great rates” on a re-finance..that should keep the mortgage monster away!

Things I Found on the Way to Finding Something Else

Being a dedicated green tea drinker I was pleased though not really surprised to hear that the brew was shown to help couples who are trying to conceive. Shoot me an email and I’ll give you the particulars- chiforyourself@gmail.com

I mentioned during the Bernie Siegel interview edition of Chi For Yourself that the show will be heard/seen on blubrry.com
No, it’s not a misspelling. I’ve been scouting the blubrry site for a while, and I’ve decided that they can help us a lot as we get our message out there. I do need to get up to speed with their system and if you see references to blubrry or buttons or badges or whatever, you’ll know what it’s about. Of course you can still find the show on the website- which reminds me to remind you to listen for the homespun humor and healing dished up by Bernie Siegel on the current edition of Chi For Yourself.

Be well..
Gio

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