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Sparkle
Ireland
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 Posted - Sep 30 2007 : 07:03:30 AM
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Our Deepest Fear by Marianne Williamson
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” |
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clk1710
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Posted - Oct 07 2007 : 12:26:06 AM
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thanks sparkle, i like that one
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Sparkle
Ireland
1457 Posts |
Posted - Oct 08 2007 : 1:39:18 PM
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Thanks CLK 
It holds a very strong message for me at the moment.
Cheers
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Katrine
Norway
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 09:29:16 AM
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Thanks Sparkle
Yes.
It is easier to be inadequate, isn't it?
It is familiar teritory....
With the power of self-awareness - that is awareness of the light I am - comes utter responsibility.
It is not possible to shine and at the same time not be responsible. They are one and the same.
So it is understandable that we are afraid. It is not constructive, but it is understandable. Also - the light is awe inspiring....and humbleness cannot be taught....it is something that develops ....in accordance with deeper understanding. After all - we are all headed in the same direction - deeper into the light.
The love pouring out of us is serving all - including ourselves. Now fear has no grip on us any longer. Sure - we encounter it - but it cannot hinder us anymore.
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munda_kamaal
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Posted - Dec 09 2007 : 2:50:37 PM
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| nice.. thanks! |
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