I happened to get up a little earlier than normal this morning and when I went outside I became aware of several helicopters hovering overhead a few blocks away.  Having lived in Los Angeles for sometime now, I knew this meant there was some “breaking news”.  Out of curiosity I went back inside and turned on the local news.  In doing so I was reminded again that breaking out of the prison of your mind is a choice, and at the same time there are too few people that are aware of this choice.

While watching the news I discovered that several men were fleeing police after being involved in an armed robbery of a Walgreens.  One suspect had been discovered on top of a roof and was walking back and forth while talking on his cell phone.  I couldn’t help but wonder what brought him (and the other suspects) to  the point that they felt engaging in an armed robbery was there only choice.

I thought what a tragedy.  Because I know we are all born with everything we need to live a life of perfect abundance, peace joy and love, it always saddens me to see someone who has yet to become aware of the greatness within them.  It saddens me even more when that lack of awareness causes them to engage in activities that put themselves and others at risk needlessly.

Each Of Us Has Our Own Path To Follow

I know each of us must walk our own path and learn our own lessons along this journey called life.  I also know that we were all blessed with the gift of free will and choice.  I am always seeking out more choices in my life that is part of who I am.

There are too many others that feel they only have one choice; to live a life of poverty & despair, or risk jail (or worse) engaging in a life of crime.  Most likely if you are reading this post you are aware of the power of choice.  Those of us that are aware have a moral and ethical responsibility to enlighten those who feel they have only one choice, become aware of all of their choices.

I would love to put together a large scale project to empower those who feel they have no choice, to free themselves from their mind and live fully from their hearts.  I am open to working with anyone interested in collaborating, co-creating and manifesting such a project.

Here’s What I Am Thinking

Right now I am thinking about workbooks, CD’s, DVD’s, and/or workshops that can be taken into the inner cities and/or prisons to teach and empower the people in those communities to be aware of the greatness within them, as well as the greatness that lies within all of us.  When they become aware of this greatness they will also become aware their choices.

Once they are aware of their choices, I have no doubt that they will choose to break free from the prison of their mind and live fully from their heart and thereby inspiring others in their community to do the same.

I would appreciate hearing your thoughts and ideas.  Please comment below, or send an email to me at mitchell@thechampionsheart.com

There are far too many people (often including our selves) who are all too eager to point out what they perceive to be our flaws.  And far too few who have taken in upon themselves to remind us of our greatness.

Through all that they think speak and do these individuals passionately teach, inspire, empower, and beautifully model a way of being that is full of aliveness, awareness, passion, compassion, and an ever expanding desire to express more of who we truly are and never less.

Some of these people may be famous, such as Wayne Dyer, Deepok Chopra, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Michael Beckwith among others.  Many more may only be known (and greatly appreciated) by a few, such as a gifted teacher in school, a neighbor, or a friend.

Regardless, I encourage you to take a moment and think of the people who have inspired you to be more of who you are.  Who have reminded you that you are important, that you do matter, and that you are worthy of having and experiencing a life of perfect abundance, peace, joy. and love.

After making your list choose your own way to celebrate them.  Perhaps you might recognize  and acknowledge the greatness in someone who at the moment is choosing to feel less than or unworthy.  Perhaps you write a card or letter to those people on your list and authentically share what they have meant to you.

However you choose to celebrate, remember it is the intention which is more important than the act.

Below is just one example of one those gifted people reminding us of our greatness.  It is a very energetic video of Dr. Michael Beckwith.  I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

If you would like to make a suggestion for a future Celebration Friday article, you can email all suggestions directly to Mitchell Dahood, M.A. at mitchell@thechampionsheart.com If your suggestion is used, you will receive a special thank you gift.