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INTUITION NEWSLETTER #99
September 2006
A newsletter devoted to the intuitive spirit in us all.Written and published by Lynn A. Robinson author of
"Divine Intuition," "Compass of the Soul" and "Real Prosperity"
Visit my Web site at http://www.LynnRobinson.com
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Table of Contents:
1. Welcome
2. Wisdom Quotes
3. Gut Trusters for Business Success - newsletter
4. Article: Is It Fear... or Intuition?!
5. Schedule an Intuitive Consulting session
6. Resources You Can Use: Spiritual Parenting article on intuition, meditations on line and Jana Stanfield music
7. Books You'll Enjoy (by me!)
8. Closing
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1. WELCOME
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Dear Intuition Newsletter Subscribers -
Summer has just whizzed by here in New England. The precipitous drop in temperatures always surprises me. But I really love this time of year.
I'm beginning to gear up for promoting my next book being published in November. It's called "TRUST YOUR GUT: How the Power of Intuition Can Grow Your Business."
If you're interested in having me speak on the topic at your next meeting, conference or corporate event, send a note to my assistant, Shane Bowlin Shane@LynnRobinson.com or call her at 800-925-4002.
I'm looking forward to meeting more of you in the future!
Intuitively yours,
Lynn
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2. WISDOM QUOTES
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"Where your pleasure is, there is your treasure; where your treasure, there your heart; where your heart, there your happiness." -- Augustine
"Change the way you look at things and the things you look at will change." -- Wayne Dyer
"Turning points announce themselves through a variety of vague symptoms: deep restlessness, a yearning with no name, inexplicable boredom, the feeling of being stuck." -- Gloria Karpinski
"Everyday I push away all self-doubt and replace it with self-trust. I constantly remind myself my life is unfolding in a perfect way. I trust the grand design." --Susan Jeffers
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3. "GUT TRUSTERS FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS" NEWSLETTER
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I have another newsletter you should know about. (Don't worry! The regular Intuition Newsletter will still be sent monthly!)
The newsletter is called "Gut Trusters for Business Success." Here's your chance to learn how to trust your gut and grow your business. Gut Trusters is full of informative articles, news, tips and techniques, all on the topic of intuition in business.
Sign up now by going to: http://www.lynnrobinson.com/newsletter.html
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4. IS IT FEAR OR... INTUITION!?
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It often strikes me how much courage it requires to follow your intuition. How often have you come up with a wonderful insight, a creative idea or an "outside of the box" plan for success only to have it shot down by naysayer? "You can't do that." "It won't work." "No one has ever done it that way before." These are only a few of the remarks I've heard. The worst part is when the comments originate in your own mind! It's a part of you experiencing a fear of change, arguing against taking a risk.
Intuition is always encouraging you to open up, try something new and be the best you can be. It consistently points the way to success. We all want a sure thing, a guarantee that the risk we take will work out okay. But life isn't like that. It requires that you develop faith and courage so you can grow big enough emotionally and spiritually to live your dreams. It's not always easy. Someone once said, "You'll never stand on the mountaintop unless you've stood in the valley."
Here are five ways to help you build your courage.
CHALLENGE ONE FEAR AT A TIME. Most of us get scared because we're overwhelmed by the enormity of the task ahead of us. It's helpful to think of it as a term paper you had to do when you were in school. How can you break it down into smaller, more manageable pieces? Make a to-do list of items that need to be accomplished. You'll feel better as you cross things off that list and see steady advancement toward your goal.
KEEP YOUR SENSE OF HUMOR. What's the worst thing that can happen? Write it out and then make it even worse so it becomes an exercise in the ridiculous. I have a colleague who calls the part of her that is always worrying, "Fearful Freda." She says it helps to think of Freda as a friend who just needs a little compassion and encouragement.
WHAT'S THE BEST THAT CAN HAPPEN? You've dealt with the worst that can happen. Now, what's the best? Use the power of your emotions and your ability to visualize to create a best-case scenario. What picture comes to your mind when you imagine achieving your goal? While focusing on that, add color, texture, sounds and smells to your image. Amplify the positive emotions you feel. In your mind's eye, see and feel encouraging friends around you congratulating you on your success. As my friend, singer and speaker Jana Stanfield, says, "What would you do today if you were brave?"
MANAGE YOUR SELF-TALK. Try an experiment. Bring to mind a stressful event in your life, then close your eyes and say the words "I'm so overwhelmed; what can I do?!" several times and with intense feeling. Note your feelings. With the same event in mind, say the words, "I'm open to new possibilities." Or "I know I'll be shown the best way out of this situation." Now how do you feel? Do you notice that the first sentence makes you feel shut down and anxious? The second and third statements probably made you feel open, hopeful and produced an expectation of positive change. Everyone talks to themselves. If your inner dialogue is making you feel bad, change it.
TRUST YOUR INTUITION. There is a part of you connected to Divine Wisdom, All-That-Is (or whatever you call God), that wants you to succeed. By meditating, sitting quietly or going for a calming walk, you can more easily access this Inner Wisdom. Ask your intuition open-ended questions. "What's the best way to heal this relationship?" "What could I do for work that would be fun and profitable?" Listen for the answers. They'll come through feelings, words, physical sensations, symbols, dreams or just a simple knowing. As you begin to listen to your intuition and follow its wisdom, you'll find that all the courage you need is inside you. You just have to ask.
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5. Call me to schedule an
INTUITIVE CONSULTING SESSION
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An intuitive consulting session with me can help you . . .
See things from a FRESH PERSPECTIVE and create options you might not have realized were there. A session with me will provide you with an assessment of your strengths and weaknesses and uncover your natural talents.
Discover the GOALS and VISIONS you have for your life. I make full use of my powerful intuitive skills to help you choose the best path to achieve your dreams.
Learn VALUABLE LESSONS from situations, relationships and chronic problems in your life.
GAIN INSIGHT into personal relationships. I can describe for you the complex personality dynamics that create your relationships.
Create a N0-LIMITS LIFE that can greatly expand your view and help you stretch to your fullest potential.
For more details go to:
http://www.LynnRobinson.com/personal_consult.html
To schedule a session, call me at 800-925-4002
From outside the U.S. call 00-1-617-964-0075.
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6. RESOURCES YOU CAN USE
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My friend, Mimi Doe, has a wonderful newsletter called "Spiritual Parenting." She just wrote a fabulous article on intuition. Read it here:
http://www.spiritualparenting.com/Intuition.htm
Here's a terrific site where you can relax to some wonderful guided meditations. There are no pretensions here, just a soothing, very professionally executed resting place where you're invited to take a break from the stresses of the day. You'll need to download RealPlayer, which is free. RealPlayer information is available at the site. http://www.learningmeditation.com/room.htm
If you want to hear some positive, uplifting music, check out Jana Stanfield's site. Click to hear some of her songs:
http://www.janastanfield.com/store/default.asp
My favorites are "If I Were Brave" and "I'm Not Lost. I'm Exploring!"
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7. BOOKS YOU'LL ENJOY - BY ME!
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I've written four books. If you've read one and enjoyed it, you'd probably like ALL of them. You can find them in your local bookstore or you can ask a clerk to order them for you. You can also click on the following links and purchase them from Amazon.com. Get them for yourself AND for your friends.
"Real Prosperity: Using the Power of Intuition to Create
Financial and Spiritual Abundance."
You can make your life richer. Here's how.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0740742019/lynnrobinsoatint
"Compass of the Soul: 52 Ways Intuition Can Guide You
to the Life of Your Dreams."
At last. Clear direction to your true path.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0740733370/lynnrobinsoatint
"Divine Intuition: Your Guide to Creating a Life You Love."
It was named one of the "Best of 2001" on Amazon.com. See why!
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0789467682/lynnrobinsoatint
"The Complete Idiot's Guide to Psychic Awareness"
A fun, fascinating reference work on all things paranormal. You'll love it!
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1592571948/lynnrobinsoatint
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8. CLOSING
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The author of this newsletter is Lynn A. Robinson, M.Ed. Lynn is one of the nation's leading experts on the topic of intuition. Her most recent books include "Real Prosperity: Using the Power of Intuition to Create Financial and Spiritual Abundance," "Compass of the Soul: 52 Ways Intuition Can Guide You to the Life of Your Dreams" and "Divine Intuition: Your Guide to Creating a Life You Love."
Lynn's free monthly "Intuition Newsletter" is available at her website, http://www.LynnRobinson.com.