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"A successful person always does the things a failure is afraid to do."
- Douglas James Cottrell
Decency
by Douglas James Cottrell
At the end of your life you will separate from all that you ever had in the world and you will enter the spiritual world, returning to the pre-existence. In the afterlife you will not be rewarded for all the suffering you have endured in your physical life, like some misguided souls might think. Rather you will ascend to a consciousness that you have earned by your worldly experience. Your ascension (or lack thereof) is determined by examining how loving a soul you have become. Your enlightenment, advancement and loving nature is borne out of the path you have taken through your earthly sojourn. Indeed, while you are here in the world you are on a path to becoming a true human being.
The term human being should be thought of as a description, and this describes your humanity, humility, and how humane you are to all in the world. There is one quality that sums up and exemplifies correct human behaviour as you strive to become a true human being, and that behaviour is called decency. To be a decent person is to be a loving person. To be a loving person means you will be closer to God or perfection. In all that you do, you should be decent to everyone. This allows you to experience the full array of physical life, unrestricted and free emotionally, ever-joyful and expectant in attitude, thought and belief. To be decent is not to willfully cause harm to anyone or anything.
Now the term decency in our culture has come to be a judgement of one's behaviour mainly in terms of one's sexuality and vocabulary. A culture's concept of indecency shifts over time and words once considered indecent by one generation become part of casual everyday use for another. The true meaning of decency is not the temporal values of the day, culture, or age demographic, but it is the eternal value of what a person does to others that is the true measure of decency. Decency is the spirit that transcends all character flaws.
Now a decent person can have enemies or people they dislike. A decent person may be in competition with someone in business or in life. A decent person may have rivals and even experience jealousy, envy, or false pride. These are indeed a few of life's circumstances that human nature incorporates into our lives. These character flaws are imperfections of being a true human being - but even these cannot preclude decency, and therefore spiritual advancement.
When you are resentful of a co-worker, for example, the decent thing to do is not to allow yourself to do harm and cause the termination of his or her job, for an entire family may suffer by your behaviour. When someone you dislike is in difficulty (financially or otherwise), the decent thing to do is not to gloat over their difficulty. Assist them in any way you can with a few dollars, a kind word, or in some other way that gives them hope and helps them cope with this temporary set-back.
When someone says something to which you take offence - and they immediately attempt to explain that which was said was not intended to be offensive - the decent thing to do is to accept their explanation without confrontation. Afford them the possibility that what you thought they said may indeed not be what they meant.
When someone from a different culture is lost or in trouble, making fun of them, misguiding them or even demonstrating prejudice against their heritage is a demonstration of your spiritual poverty and ignorance. The decent thing to do is to be helpful and understanding of their plight. Be tolerant, patient, and even go out of your way to put them at ease; it's the decent thing to do.
When you find yourself in a position to take advantage of someone due to their gullibility, ignorance or weakness, resist the temptation to do so, otherwise you become a demon in their life.
Being fair in all your dealings (business or otherwise) is the decent thing to do. When your habit becomes such that there is no notion to take advantage, to do harm, or to condemn, but rather you are ever helpful (to the limit of prudence and practicality), you can be assured you are well on the path of becoming a truly decent human being - and your advancement in the dimensions that await your soul will be immeasurable.
Some Thoughts on the Fifth Anniversary of 9/11
This era we live in is a special time in the Earth's history. It is both a teaching and testing time, and a time of extremes. Because of the great events unfolding in the world, great spiritual advancement will occur. Indeed it is World Karma shared by everyone in the world during these times. What we see today as chaotic behaviour around the world has been building for some time. Change is inevitable and uncomfortable but at no time in our past have we been able to instantly comprehend the changes as they were taken place. As we look back, however, we can understand how such changes were integral in shaping our current universe. The catastrophic events that happened in the United States on September 11, 2001 changed the world in a day. We may not fully know why just yet, but in time we will.
There exists a universal order that has shaped the cosmos and the Earth long before humans appeared upon this marvellous planet. This creative force continues to reshape (or change) the planet every day. We cannot control nor even comprehend the infinite workings of the natural forces around us, yet we persist, coexisting with the good, bad, beautiful and profane, as well as the uncertainty that we perceive in our lives. Why we persist is because we have faith and belief: faith that the future of the world is unfolding as it should, and belief in the perfect wisdom of universal cause and effect (i.e. the law of karma).
In the years since 9/11, stories have come out of those who for one reason or another did not go to work at the World Trade Center that day. Some were stuck in traffic. Some were stuck home. Some people even went to work but were called away. Yet there were others who went into work on their day off. Some people survived, and other perished. It would seem that fate led people to where they were meant to be that day.
If your life was spared that day, there is a reason. You have a purpose to remain here on the planet at this important time. Put aside any feelings of guilt. Live your life fully and freely for all too soon it will be over. Be peaceful in your life and helpful always. Learn to meditate for this is the only way to come to understand the universal dimensions and laws that we stumble through. But above all, eliminate fear, stress, worry, and anxiety in your life. Wisdom truly is the ability to comprehend the things you can change in this world, and those things you cannot. When some far-off voice attempts to threaten your peace of mind, shut it out. Turn off the newscast or put down the newspaper with stories of war and woe. Know that you are safe, and that you are where you are meant to be. Pray that those who destroy in the name of God Almighty will come to understand they have been deceived by hypocrites. Any who proclaim their closeness to God Almighty and encourage evil in the name of God Almighty are unwitting demons!
Health Tips From DTM Sessions
Drug/Supplement Cycling
Q. In many sessions it has been recommended that natural supplements as well as drugs are taken for a period of time and then stopped briefly, in a cycle of on and off. Can you please explain why it has been recommended that individuals cycle drug treatments and what is the result of ignoring the suggestion?
A. Primarily the body becomes dependent on the drug, and this dependency is created by the artificial stimulation provided by the drug which tends to be like driving a tack with a hammer - overdoing it, you see. Therefore, the body, which is very agile, accommodating and accepting, tends to allow the drug to be utilized first, and therefore shuts down all its own peripheral activities as well. The body becomes a little lazy, the body capitulates, and finally allows the drug to do all its work for it, so to speak. The drug becomes an artificial intelligence within the body and simply carries out what it is designed to do - circumventing the innate intelligence, the desire to heal, within each body.
The Pros and Cons of Chocolate
Q. Can you please comment on milk chocolate as a food - whether it is bad or good?
A. It is not a bad food, and it should be - and can be - taken on occasion. It does, however, leach calcium from the system and produce mucous conditions in most bodies that are susceptible to viral and mucous conditions - especially those who have difficulty in digesting dairy products, especially milks, creams, and cheeses from the dairy cow. The chocolate itself has a high level of sugar and caffeine. On occasion it can lead to a roller coaster of the blood sugar level within the body, causing disorientation and upset in the metabolism itself. It does tend to slow the body down for most of the activities - including thinking - but it tends to speed up the emotional responses. These can work for and against the body. However, largely due to the leaching of calcium that leads to softening of the bone, this can lead to damage within the larger bones of the leg as well as producing excess amounts of mucous, that would affect the lungs and create a fluid condition of edema. It is also hard on the kidney and spleen, and on occasion it can drive the adrenal glands to be overactive.
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A Summer of Changes and New Beginnings
This summer Douglas and his team have kept very busy. In July and August, we held three Miracle Transformation Events in London, Ontario. Douglas was well received and the events were quite successful. As you probably know, London, Ontario, is where Douglas held his first transformation event in a local church a few years ago. These events at the Eastern Star Temple marked a return to his hometown. We all witnessed some profound healings taking place here - most notably on July 16. There was not a dry eye in the place when a little girl in a wheelchair told Douglas "I love you!" Everyone was moved by her positive spirit.
In the last week of August, Douglas returned to Los Angeles for a week, to reconnect with people he had not seen in over a decade. He was welcomed warmly by all those he came in contact with, and feels that this trip marks a turning point in his career. Plans are now under way to hold a Miracle Transformation Event in the L.A. area in the near future as well as a lecture/seminar at a local New Age bookstore. We will keep you posted as plans are finalized.
With the help of Susan Schell, we have also firmed up a date and venue for our upcoming Miracle Transformation Event in Cleveland, Ohio. The details are below in the Upcoming Events section. Thanks to Susan and all those volunteers for spreading the word. We are confident that this November's event in Cleveland will be a success!
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As many of you know, this summer we launched the Official Douglas James Cottrell Membership. In November, we will be consolidating this Newsletter with the Membership, which means that if you wish to continue receiving this Newsletter, please sign up for the Membership today! The membership is the only way to access Douglas's source of information through the Deep Trance Meditation material.
The benefits of being a member are many. But most importantly, it's being able to access Douglas's powerful intuitive ability each and every month! When members sign up, they immediately receive a very special Meditation CD. This special meditation begins enhancing success and prosperity on all levels and is only available to our members; not to the public.
Click on the link below to listen to the sample from the special Success and Prosperity Meditation CD
In addition, members will receive:
In depth information from Douglas's powerful ability of the Deep Trance Meditation sessions (DTMs) given by Douglas - monthly. These are special research sessions from a source so powerful you can't afford to let this opportunity go by. Douglas' source of information is what you have been searching for all of your life. Here is your opportunity to get straight answers to all those important questions you need to know to keep on the path to enlightenment.
Click on the links below to listen to the two samples from the August DTM session.
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Upcoming Events
Toronto, Ontario Miracle Transformation EventTM
Sunday October 29, 2006
1:00 - 5:00 PM (doors open 12:30)
Ralph Thorton Centre
765 Queen St. East,
Toronto, ON
Join Douglas for an uplifting afternoon including spiritual teachings, group meditation, prayer, and spiritual healing using the Laying On Of Hands method. Come and be in the presence of unconditional love. Enjoy beautiful and uplifting music. Feel the powerful healing energy! All welcome. $20 per person in advance, $25 at the door. Seats are limited!
To order, call toll-free at 1-877-COTTRELL or
CLEVELAND, OHIO Miracle Transformation EventTM
Sunday November 12, 2006
1:00 - 5:00 PM (doors open 12:30)
Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown
1100 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio
Join Douglas for an uplifting afternoon including spiritual teachings, group meditation, prayer, and spiritual healing using the Laying On Of Hands method. Come and be in the presence of unconditional love. Enjoy beautiful and uplifting music. Feel the powerful healing energy! All welcome. $40 per person. After October 31, tickets will be $50. Seats are limited!
To order, call toll-free at 1-877-COTTRELL or
CLEVELAND, OHIO Lecture and Book-signing
Saturday November 11, 2006
3:00 - 6:00 PM
A Different Way Bookstore
4075 Erie Street
Willoughby, Ohio
An opportunity to meet Douglas in person. Douglas will be giving a short lecture and demonstration of spiritual healing, and of course will be available to personally sign your copy of Secrets of Life. For
details, call A Different Way bookstore at (440) 953-3533.
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Meditation Advice From Douglas
Q. I'm one of those people who can't be hypnotized, and I don't think I can meditate either. I'd like to buy your meditation CD but I don't think it will work for me either. Is meditation just something I can't do?
A. Many people have asked me variations of this question. The simple answer is that anyone can meditate. Meditation is simply thinking about something above where your present-moment attention is focused. The act of being lost in thought, like day-dreaming is an example of meditation. Your conscious mind is aware of where you are and what is going on around you, while your other, larger mind is thinking about something else. The rational mind is that part of you that is associated with thinking, reasoning, speaking and all the other cognitive abilities related to logic. The contemplative mind is that part of you that is creative and demonstrates the intuitive abilities (your "soul mind," if you will).
You have always had an awareness of your surroundings and an ability to utilize your spiritual mind. Like many, you have probably already entered meditative states without even knowing it, for meditation is something you do naturally. Have you ever been driving a car, thinking about something far away, when suddenly you come back to the present, feeling as though you have lost time? Have you ever gone for a walk or sat by the ocean and felt your mind wander, and then suddenly felt as though you have snapped back to what you were doing? Have you ever been in the shower and found solutions to problems suddenly occurring to you, seemingly out of the blue? Have you ever awoken from a night of sleep with a sense of clarity and understanding of how to fix something? Indeed, all of these are examples of meditation.
The difference between intellectually working on a problem and meditating is very simple. In the first instance, you are reasoning out a solution and mentally working very hard in a linear way, but while meditating on something you are distracting your rational, intellectual mind and allowing your contemplative mind to provide an answer or seek out a solution.
Meditation is therefore something you do every day. In the examples above, your body was in a state of relaxation, your rational mind otherwise engaged in some process that allows your contemplative mind to gather some solution to a problem. Meditation is a very active state of mind to be in without the frustration, worry, doubt and difficulty associated with rational thinking. When you sleep on a problem, where do those answers come from? From the same source that gives you those answers in the shower, in the car, or as you sit in the park.
If you can find solutions naturally without being aware of entering a meditative state, think how powerful your mind will become as you take the next step and further develop your intuition and creative abilities by disciplining your mind to actively enter states of extraordinary and profound meditation.
DJC
For more information on how to develop your intuition through meditation, see the Douglas James Cottrell Method of MeditationTM Series available on CD. If you have a question for Douglas regarding your experience with meditation, please email editor@douglasjamescottrell.com
Message From Anne, The Editor
Douglas and the team will soon be travelling to many locations in Canada, the United States and beyond. If you would like us to visit your area, as part of the tour, for booksignings and a Miracle Transformation Event, please contact me by email at editor@douglasjamescottrell.com We are looking for people or groups of people who are willing to work with us to set up these events and to help promote them in your area. A minimum of 100 people at a Miracle Transformation Event is required to cover costs.
As a reminder, I will continue to send you Bulletins on a regular basis to keep you up to date with all of Douglas's appearances and events as well as new products and services, but if you want to receive the full story, make sure you sign up for a Membership today. This is a very exciting time for us and are very pleased to be able to provide you with this new membership service.
Blessings,
Anne Pelgrims
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