The Four Agreements, A Toltec Wisdom:

1.Be Impeccable With Your Words; speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.
2. D0n't Take Anything Personally; nothing others do is because of you. What others do and say is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you areimmune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim ofneedless suffering.
3. Don't Make Assumptions; find the courage to ask questions and to express whatyou really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoidmisunderstandings, sadness and drama.With just this one agreement; you can completely transform your life.
4. Always Do Your Best; your best is going to change from moment to moment; it willbe different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstances,simply do your best, and you will avoid self judgment, self abuse and regret.We are influenced to create our own separate dreams by others...parents,teachers, religion.
By the time we reach adulthood we are fully convinced that this 'dream' is reality.

Thank God if you can read this post!

Greetings Friends and Family,

Many of us are going through hard times and we are stuck in neutral. There several ways to quickly shift gears; one sure way out of neutral is to appreciate what you already have and each additional blessing that you continue to receive. You also add to good fortune by being excited about each opportunity that you have to make something happen to enhance your life or somebody else's world.
Life is about living to the fullest and being happy. Don’t let anything or anybody steal your joy today. Make this day and everyday sacred by being thankful for all that you do, all that you have and all the opportunities in your life. I thank you Oludumare, for giving me this message to share with us. God bless all the family and friends with many reasons to be thankful.-Ase-O

Morning Message

On Friday 9/25/09, Shango rules; and the day is filled with thunder and lightning sparks, as well as huge victories for those that give him his due. Fiery Passion is his message; he wants you to enthusiastically use this day to expend high energies and excitement to complete tasks that will be mentally and materially satisfying. Avoid shady dealings. Good day to get many things accomplished. you can honor the passion within by sharing a quiet romantic evening with your favorite love partner. Turn to Shango if you have legal issues or traps and you will find a quick escape or receive a happy verdict. Ase-O

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

Greeting Family and Friends,
Today is a day that could be overtaken by negativity if you are not aware of the pitfalls of anger, lust and greed that is within us all. Use prayer to conquer any negativity that sprouts from your own mind; be careful not to lose your temper or force an issue with another. These actions will cause you to regret this day for a long time. This is not a good day to make legal agreement or sign contracts.
ASE-O

Mary Travers, Divine Oya Goddess

Good bye to one of my childhood heroines, Mary Travers. I loved your beautiful voice and your messages. You were an important part of the Divine Universe’s messengers of the 60’s and as a child of the 60’s, I too listened to your musical gift of freedom, of love between my sisters and brothers, and of a greater peaceful co-existing world with sheer acceptance of all human beings as equals waiting for the right time.
Mary Travers with her harmonious singing group brought out the best in people, good feelings about the fabulous joy of togetherness. Her singing inspired a generation of people to act. She made all of us, want to do the right things, we marched, and we boycotted businesses that practiced discrimination.
Peter, Paul and Mary Travers ushered in my generation’s concern for the public welfare and it helped us to force freedoms for people around the world. Their singing summoned the heroes and heroines of social justice and economic development reform movements for the good of all people.
Oh how we thank the Heavenly Divine Universe for our Oya Goddess Mary Travers. You made us change and believe that we are all the same. Mother Earth belongs to everyone. Your music made the freedom riders non-violently fight against hate. It was your songs of hope that made us aware of all people’s right to live a sustainable and abundant life. In a TV interview, Mary Travers described her group’s singing like sitting around a campfire “it gives comfort to a dark night”. However the Oya spirit says there was a greater purpose to their music; they brought change; shinning light to a dark world and the precious love for all.
Peter, Paul and Mary Travers were one of the first musical legends. They gave the world 20th century life altering musical genius that opened up the crystal door of opportunity for all peoplein the 21st Century. Mary Travers, Rest in Peace; Your life enriched the world and unlocked the status quo.

RIP Patrick Swayze A Real Man

God bless Patrick Swayze and his wife Niemi, God lift her up with courage, love and strength. I read about the death of Patrick Swayze last night, like the rest of America I felt a great loss. He was a great actor that made us believe in the magic of film. He fought the negative energy of cancer with courage till the end as did Farah Fawcett. His legacy will always be strength of character. Imagine being married to the same woman for 34 years! What a fabulous role model for young boys and girls, families, men and women alike. This is someone to whom you can aspire to be. A gift to your family first, and then give your gift to the world. You can be like Patrick Swayze. He refused to yield to a monster disease that consumed his health. He showed tenacity against adverse conditions. His loving passion for his wife will live on as well. Patrick Swayze Actor, Man and an American Icon. Farewell

Magic and More

May Oludumare (God) Bless You

The last quarter of this year holds promise of victory over the struggle, this month we have the chance to use the heavenly energies to plant the seeds of vision into the Divine Universe. September is a month to create, to prosper and to appreciate. Since this is the season of sowing we need to begin to think about the accomplishments that we want to see happen in our near future. Many people miss this opportunity by ignoring the natural rhythms of the universe. The process of planting a vision seed is not a new process, but through the advancement of technology the old ways have moved away from nature.

Osun Celebration-

“Sow the Seeds”
DATE: Saturday September 26. 2009

TIME: 1st circle starts at 5P.M.
2nd circle starts at 9 pm

PURPOSE: Create your plan and sow the seeds for a happy, healthy and prosperous 6 months

DONATION: $20
Advanced registration required

If you can’t be there contact Iya Falola to find out how you can participate. iyanifafalola@yorubahouseofworship.org

Compromise

Sometimes in life people find themselves at a standstill with other people or situations. If you find yourself stuck in this dilemma and your issue involves a close relationship, then the best strategy to use is compromise. This is the better way to submit to each other especially when you love the person and they love you back. It’s a win, win situation for both of you
Next time you are in a dispute, try to think about the other side of the issue. Weight the benefits and liabilities of the disagreement then choose the path that will lead you to love.

Reach your goals

Today when you think about what's next, ask yourself 'what are my goals? what are my hopes and dreams? What have I done to ensure that I have chosen what Oludumare (God) wants for me? Ask whether you're using iwa pele (good character) to walk towards your greatest destiny.

Is your head in harmony and agreement with where your feet lead you? True happiness comes when your destiny is layered with ire (good fortune). Suffering occurs when you walk with ibi (bad fortune). How an individual conducts his/herself depends on their character. When setting your goals, remember that the fortune you will receive will depend on your character. If you are scandalous, you will attract scandal, if you are negative in your thoughts and feelings, you will attract negativity.

Try walking in love, see God in everything, in every person and everywhere. The answer to war is peace, peace comes from operating from the knowledge that love will set you free. When you see God as love, then you'll use love as the standard to achieve ire (good fortune).

Today the Guardian Angels, the Orisas want to pour out the sweet waters of blessings and success on you. Make wishes and have them fulfilled.

Have Faith

Alafia, (Peace and Prosperity)

My name is Iyanifa Falola. I was given this name during my initiation to IFA. IFA means many things, however in this context it is worshiping the divine spiritual connections to our Africa cultural roots. My title Iyanifa means Mother of the Secrets., like Babalawo means Father of the Secrets. I am one of the Spiritual Leaders, in our Ile (House). Please feel free to call me Iya.
Our Ile (House) is called the Yoru'ba' House of Worship. A nonprofit organization, our services include worship services in Atl., GA, Spiritual Guidance and Counseling, Psychic Readings, Divination and Spiritual Training. Join us and you will find love, acceptance, truth, guidance and direction from Orunmilla and Osun, as well as Orisas and Egungun (Ancestors). We also teach and conduct IFA rituals (including initiation) and welcome all initiates and interested members of the community. Read more about us on our website: http://yorubahouseofworship.org/
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