The power to rekindle someone else's light . . .

"At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us." ~ Albert Schweitzer

I really love this quote from theologian and philosopher Albert Schweitzer because there is such truth in it. But, instead of focusing on those times when our inner light is somewhat dimmed or has completely gone out, I'd like to focus on the times when the light is rekindled by someone else. Although my inner light hasn't gone completely out in a very long time, there have been those instances where the light has dimmed somewhat. For whatever reason, usually I've started thinking too much and lost focus on the moment, a dimming has occurred and I've found myself temporarily in the dark. It has been at those times when I've found solace in others and it has been their light, their spark as Mr. Schweitzer says, that has rekindled my own.

It can be anything. A simple, quiet smile from a stranger on the street or a quick phone call or text from a loved one or dear friend. To relight a flame not much is needed. There have been times when a short voice mail from a friend telling me they're thinking of me and sending me some love has worked miracles on my state of mind. Most of the time they don't even know what they've done. But, if you are always open to those moments, then they will come to your rescue, for lack of a better word, just at the right time.

This is a good thing to keep in mind when we are out in the world and living our every day. Especially this coming Decade of Light! Right? As I mentioned in my last entry, waking up and lighting our own brilliant inner light each morning is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves at the start of our day. This goes far beyond just our own well-being and self-care though. As we go out and radiate our light, we actually have the ability to do just what the quote above states. Studies have been conducted that have been able to measure how someone feeling happy can actually affect their environment and the people around them. (Happiness spreads in waves)

Imagine that! We have the power at our disposal to create a happy, jovial, brilliant and even healthy environment. It's contagious! Now think about it. What are you emanating as you go about your life each day? And what are you picking up in return? The thoughts you're letting in and sending out into the Universe have the power to do a lot of good to not only you but those around you. Make them all count. What kind of energy do you bring to your work place or school or into your home? How is this energy affecting you and those you love?

Peace and light to you and KEEP DREAMING!

Gene-Manuel

The thing about dreams is that . . .

. . . they come true!

Here's proof:

January 21st, 2009 ~ Susan Boyle decides she's going to go down and audition for Britain's Got Talent. We all know what happens at this audition. She is laughed at. She is ridiculed. She is considered a crazy lady. She is expected to fail. She is considered an ill-dressed, delusional spinster.

At this audition, in January 21st, 2009, she proves everyone: WRONG

In April of 2009, this episode airs in England and within a couple of hours, the phenomenon begins. I heard about it via Ashton Kutcher on Twitter. He was the first person to alert me of this Susan Boyle. By that Sunday, she has already caught the attention of the world.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALQCkizx4UI(YouTube does not allow embedding of this video)

At this audition, on January 21st, 2009, she mentions that she'd like to be like Elaine Paige. She gets laughed at of course. Ha! She's like to be like Elaine Paige. The woman is mad!

Again, we know how Susan's story unveiled. She is now a record-breaking recording artist. She has had the #1 record in the United States for the past SIX WEEKS! She has sold close to 3 million copies of I Dreamed A Dream in a little over a month in this country alone!

And, less than a year after her audition, she was on stage singing with Elaine Paige. Every time I see this video I burst into tears. Not just for the fact that the song is so beautiful and they both sound so incredible together, but especially because I have the privilege of seeing a DREAM COME TRUE.



Here is this amazingly talented woman living her wildest dreams! I am pretty sure that everything she could have ever imagined for herself has been surpassed by the incredible success of her debut record. But, never giving up on her dream is what has gotten her here. Never believing that it was over for her, got her to this point in her life. Never listening to the laughs and taunts, has gotten her here. Finally being ready to take charge of her life and with the pure intention of making her mother proud, that's what got her here.

Her story continues to inspire me as it unfolds. I see someone that believed in that spark that was within them so much, that it gave them the courage to attempt what others thought was impossible. That's what we have to all remember and take from Susan's incredible journey. What is within us that needs to be let out?! What spark do we carry inside that needs to SHINE in 2010 and beyond? Believe in that. Believe in the gift that you came here to give to the world. The Universe will help you in every way if you just believe in yourself, no matter what.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to go back to work as I listen to I Dreamed A Dream one more time.

Peace and light to you and KEEP DREAMING!

Gene-Manuel