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Show Notes: Intro - Knit Knit Knit - ~FO #10 ~ Noah's 2025 Birthday Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Blue Ridge Yarns Kaleidoscope in the Custom Colors 000 colourwayl ~Secret Friend Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Rusty Ferret Doll in the Chimera colourway ~Secret Friend Barley Hat - Barley by TinCanKnits on US2 (2.75mm) & US4 (3.5mm), Knit Picks Felici in the Sanderson colourway ~Preemie Blanket #3 on US6 (4mm), Red Heart Super Saver Jumbo in the Gold colourway & Red Heart Super Saver in the Café Latte colourway Flosstube - Begins at timestamp 8:20 ~Edinburgh Castle by Terra Luna Stitchery 25ct Easy Grid Lugana Called for DMC ~Move Forward in Love by Modern Folk Embroidery Fortnight Fabrics 16 ct Aida - Hue Called for DMC floss & Threadworx Bradley's Balloons ~Winter in Stars Hollow by Katie Landis / The Black Needle Society 18ct White Aida Called for DMC & colour conversion by Forbidden Fiber Co. ~Jack's Stamp Collection by Katie Landis/The Black Needle Society Judesign 18 ct Zweigart Aida - Witchy Pink Called for DMC Yummies (our current favourite things) - ~New Glasses from Zenni Optical (referral link http://rwrd.io/2vk4vds?c) ~The Black Needle Society Stitching Together Box I'm so excited to be a rep for The Black Needle Society Join TBNS Waitlist to be notified when you can subscribe. Save 5% on everything in The Black Needle Society Vault with the code JAVAPURL5 ~Doctor Who Season 2 finale SPOILERS!!!!!!!! Misc. - ~Support the Podcast, Become A Patron ~Support the Podcast, Join us on YouTube ~Want another way to help support our podcast? Throughout our website, links to books, tv shows, movies, etc. are Amazon Affiliate Links. We receive a portion of what you spend when you click through our website to shop on Amazon. What we receive helps us with the costs associated with producing this podcast as well as with prizes & shipping for giveaways. Thanks in advance for your support! If you are in the UK, please click this link, Amazon.co.uk, or the banner below to shop: If you are in Canada, please click this link, Amazon.ca or the banner below to shop: ~For any and all giveaways, prizes, competitions, ALs, etc. that we host, the winner(s) have 30 days from the date of announcement (the date the podcast episode in which the winner was announced goes live) to contact us to claim their prize or it will be forfeited. If this occurs, the prize will be used for another giveaway at our discretion. Thanks for understanding! Find Us Online - C.C. - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as CC_JavaPurl Dami - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as DamiMunroe Pink Purl (she/her) & Pumpkin Pom-Pom (she/her)- ~on Instagram as Pink.and.Pumpkin JavaPurl Designs ~ JavaPurl Designs website GGKCS - ~ our Facebook page ~ email us: ggkcspodcast@gmail.com ~ on Apple Podcasts ~ on YouTube ~ Support the Podcast, Become a Patron Until next time,

Welcome to The Bakery Bears Video Show featuring the ‘Socks Galore!!'  Join us in this episode for: 1. (45 secs) “Welcome”   We mention Fairfax House which we will be visiting later in the show https://www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk/  Watch Dan walk his old school route in New Adventures Season 2, Episode 1 https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-1-tower-17710438   2. (4 mins 50 secs) “Whats on YOUR needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955474/976-1000#1000  Kay was knitting :  Kays Special Socks  Watch Kays Eden Cottage Yarns review https://www.patreon.com/posts/eden-cottage-off-73553031  Find our how Kay looks after her socks in this special tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/blocking-socks-56151076  Watch Kays ‘Weaving in Ends' tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/9291506  Bits & Bobs Cowl https://bakerybears.com/bits-and-bobs-cowl/  Watch Kays' ‘Knit One Below' tutorial where she demonstrates her approach to knitting ‘Fishermans Rib' https://www.patreon.com/posts/knit-one-below-123920235    Dan was knitting : Snow Forest Socks https://bakerybears.com/snow-forest/  Knitted in ‘Do You Have the Shoe Books' which you can learn to dye here https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-perfect-socks-118297072  Watch Kays ‘Contrast Heel' Tutorial Special https://www.patreon.com/posts/how-to-knit-heel-62389276  Watch all Kay's ‘Chiaogoo Needle Reviews' https://www.patreon.com/posts/chiagoo-circular-50293209    3. (36 min 14 secs) “Britain: The Stately Era” Episode 4 “The Townhouse” Catch up with ‘My Perfect Socks' https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-perfect-socks-118297072   4. (54 min 13 secs) “Pick of the Projects” Roosty Tank Top https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/roosty-tank-top  Watch Dan's monthly knitting show https://www.patreon.com/posts/new-chapter-s-3-120959154  Find out all about the Summer of Stitching 2025 https://www.patreon.com/posts/summer-of-2025-127427416  Prototype Fingering Weight Sock  Perfect your sock knitting with Kay https://bakerybears.com/knitty-u/    5. (1 hr 17 min 29 secs) “Whats OFF your Needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955477/2901-2925#2925  Dans Epic DK Weight Socks  Oakworth Socks  You can access the pattern and the accompanying course here https://www.patreon.com/posts/dpn-socks-course-36772088  Watch Kays ‘How Socks Wear' review https://www.patreon.com/posts/how-sock-wear-102514049    6. (1 hr 24 min 52 secs) “Britain: The Stately Era” Episode 4 “The Townhouse” https://www.patreon.com/posts/manor-house-1-123074416  7. (1hr 40 mins 54 secs) “Endy Bits!”      Lemon Top Socks available from 1st June 2025 at 5pm BST https://bakerybears.com/lemon-top-socks/  Our next Patron Exclusive Show is available from Sunday 25th May 2025. Follow this link for all the details on how to watch https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-129331102  Watch our ‘Fangirl Fibers' review here https://www.patreon.com/posts/fangirl-fibers-129104497    8. (1hr 45 mins 45 secs) “Outtakes”    HELP KEEP US ON AIR and become a Bakery Bear Patron - You could receive a subscription to our electronic magazine Knitability, exclusive patterns, over 330 tutorials, a monthly live Patron only show, our review series and so much more, to find out more visit: http://www.patreon.com/bakerybearspodcast or https://bakerybears.com/subscribe/  For a whole new way to engage with the Bakery Bears visit https://bakerybears.com - All Kay's patterns can be found here https://bakerybears.com/patterns/ - Find our Radio Show here https://bakerybears.com/listen/  Thank you so much for watching, we'll see you in two weeks with a new Video Show featuring ‘My Perfect Socks'.  If you wish to download the show, access it here : http://bakerybears.podbean.com - Apple users will find the show here : https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bakery-bears-podcast/id1051276128?mt=2 Follow the Bakery Bears on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bakerybears/

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A man is pulled into a wild current, and emerges more curvaceous than he went in.Needles pierce fabric, thread pulling tight, creating and mending.Between drowning and dreaming, between bed and abyss, something is being stitched.Something is unraveling.Free Story & Media ConsultationComment & Subscribe Here This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit storypaths.substack.com/subscribe

Children are a gift from the Lord." In this special continuation of our "Godly Gifts" sermon season, Pastor Jon Chasteen talks about the gift of children and of birth--be it the birth of a child or the birth of a dream. Drawing from the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel, we pray this message would push you to keep praying and believing for your promises the way she did! Scripture references: Psalms 127:3 (NLT) 1 Samuel 1:24-28 (NIV) 1 Samuel 2:18-21 (NIV) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919 

Show Notes: Intro - Knit Knit Knit - ~Noah's 2025 Birthday Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Blue Ridge Yarns Kaleidoscope in the Custom Colors 000 colourwayl ~Preemie Blanket #3 on US6 (4mm), Red Heart Super Saver Jumbo in the Gold colourway & Red Heart Super Saver in the Café Latte colourway Flosstube - Begins at timestamp 4:50 ~FO #9 ~ Taylor Swift Productive by stitchedbyliz Fiber on a Whim 16 count Aida - Presenting Lorelai Gilmore Colour & Cotton Cherry Fizz, Dark Indigo, & The Three Month Anniversary; Gentle Art Bubblegum; Forbidden Fiber Co. Wildflower; Mystical Diamond Art Captain Hook; Live & Dye LA Pretty Flamingo; & Gentle Art Faded Rose ~Edinburgh Castle by Terra Luna Stitchery 25ct Easy Grid Lugana Called for DMC ~Oh Deer! by Satsuma Street Steel City Stitchers 16 count Aida - Black Pearl Called for DMC ~Gilmoreisms by Forbidden Fiber Co. Forbidden Fiber Co. 16 count Aida Zweigart - Casablanca Called for Forbidden Fiber Co. Floss ~Move Forward in Love by Modern Folk Embroidery Fortnight Fabrics 16 ct Aida - Hue Called for DMC floss & Threadworx Bradley's Balloons ~Winter in Stars Hollow by Katie Landis / The Black Needle Society 18ct White Aida Called for DMC & colour conversion by Forbidden Fiber Co. ~Jack's Stamp Collection by Katie Landis/The Black Needle Society Judesign 18 ct Zweigart Aida - Witchy Pink Called for DMC Yummies (our current favourite things) - ~Tin Can Knits Bumble Cowl ~The Black Needle Society Fictional Worlds box & April Snail Mail ~I'm so excited to be a rep for The Black Needle Society Join TBNS Waitlist to be notified when you can subscribe. Save 5% on everything in The Black Needle Society Vault with the code JAVAPURL5 Misc. - ~Support the Podcast, Become A Patron ~Support the Podcast, Join us on YouTube ~Want another way to help support our podcast? Throughout our website, links to books, tv shows, movies, etc. are Amazon Affiliate Links. We receive a portion of what you spend when you click through our website to shop on Amazon. What we receive helps us with the costs associated with producing this podcast as well as with prizes & shipping for giveaways. Thanks in advance for your support! If you are in the UK, please click this link, Amazon.co.uk, or the banner below to shop: If you are in Canada, please click this link, Amazon.ca or the banner below to shop: ~For any and all giveaways, prizes, competitions, ALs, etc. that we host, the winner(s) have 30 days from the date of announcement (the date the podcast episode in which the winner was announced goes live) to contact us to claim their prize or it will be forfeited. If this occurs, the prize will be used for another giveaway at our discretion. Thanks for understanding! Find Us Online - C.C. - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as CC_JavaPurl Dami - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as DamiMunroe Pink Purl (she/her) & Pumpkin Pom-Pom (she/her)- ~on Instagram as Pink.and.Pumpkin JavaPurl Designs ~ JavaPurl Designs website GGKCS - ~ our Facebook page ~ email us: ggkcspodcast@gmail.com ~ on Apple Podcasts ~ on YouTube ~ Support the Podcast, Become a Patron Until next time,

If a black hole shreds a star and nobody is around to hear it, does it make a sound? To find out, Dr. Charles Liu and co-host Allen Liu welcome Professor Yvette Cendes, (aka u/Andromeda321 on Reddit), a Radio Astronomer studying transient radio signals from space. As always, though, we start off with the day's joyfully cool cosmic thing, a report by the Dark Energy Survey that seems to show that the amount of dark energy originally described as the cosmological constant by Albert Einstein might in fact be variable. As Prof. Cendes explains, the data indicates that universal expansion is still accelerating but the rate might be changing. After Yvette explains what she does, and how radio astronomy works in concert with optical astronomy to deliver a more complete understanding, Chuck asks her to explain Tidal Disruption Events, or TDEs, about which she's a world expert. A TDE is when a star wanders too close to a supermassive black hole and ends up getting shredded. Yvette prefers to call them “Shredders.” Our first audience question comes from Nachama, who asks, “When will the black hole in the Milky Way eat the Sun?” The good news, according to Yvette, is that will never happen. As she explains, black holes actually don't suck any more than anything that massive would, and we're 25-30,000 light years away from Sagittarius A* – too far away to worry about. Next, Chuck asks Yvette about one of the most famous transient signals we've ever found, the so called “Wow!” signal detected in 1977 by Jerry Ehman at the now-defunct Xavier Observatory in Ohio. Because the signal looked exactly like what might be expected if it were of extraterrestrial origin, Ehman circled it on the printout and wrote, “Wow!” Unfortunately, it never repeated. The most likely explanation, according to Dr. Cendes, is that it was some sort of manmade interference, although the signal is currently being reinvestigated. Yvette recounts how she ended up ended up as a first-term professor at the University of Oregon after studying in the Netherlands and Toronto and working at Harvard. Then she answers an audience question from Yan Min, who asks, “Where is the best place in the world to study astronomy? I live in New York – Is it New York?” Unfortunately for Yankees fans, Yvette says it would most likely be Cambridge, Massachusetts thanks to Harvard, which has the biggest number of astronomers under one roof and operates the Chandra X-Ray Observatory, and M.I.T. on the other side of town if you get bored. Chuck asks Yvette what happens after a black hole shreds a star. Shredders, she explains, are rare. In our own Milky Way, they probably happen once every million years. Once a TDE is classified by optical astronomers, Yvette and her team point their radio telescopes at the tidal radius outside of the event horizon to discern the outflows weeks, months and even years after the initial event. He also asks Yvette if she has any hobbies to help her decompress from thinking about violent events in the universe. She likes to cross stitch, the “original pixel art.” Yvette shows us a cross stitch she made of the James Webb Space Telescope complex mirror, another featuring an 8-bit Mario screen with the words “What doesn't kill me makes me smaller,” and a third with objects in the Solar System. She also embroiders and shows us a hoop featuring the constellations visible in the northern hemisphere night sky. We end with Yvette and Allen schooling Chuck about Reddit's immense reach and value in scientific discourse. One subreddit, called r/Space, has “27 million intelligent lifeforms” subscribed to it. On Reddit, Yvette's username is u/Andromeda321, and she's one of the top users on the platform over 1 million karma points. She's known for starting her posts that explain or comment on recent discoveries with the phrase, “Astronomer here!” If you'd like to follow Dr. Yvette Cendes, you can find her on Reddit, where she's u/Andromeda321, and her dedicated subreddit, reddit.com/r/Andromeda321. You can also follow her on Bluesky @whereisyvette.bsky.social. Links to the astronomy cross stitch kits shown in the episode: Wonders of the Solar System cross stitch by Climbing Goat: https://www.climbinggoat.co.uk/products/wonders-of-the-solar-system  Constellation Series Star Map by Kiriki Press: https://kirikipress.com/products/star-map  We hope you enjoy this episode of The LIUniverse, and, if you do, please support us on Patreon. 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Welcome to The Bakery Bears Video Show featuring the ‘Perfect DK Weight Socks?'  Join us in this episode for: 1. (45 secs) “Welcome”   Find out all about our ‘Summer of Stitching 2025' https://www.patreon.com/posts/summer-of-2025-127427416  We mentioned Merlin Bird ID https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/  Join Dan on a walk when he sees Northern Lapwings https://www.patreon.com/posts/walking-moors-48819324  Kay mentioned https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Rise_and_Fall_of_the_Dinosaurs    2. (6 mins 58 secs) “Whats on YOUR needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955474/976-1000#1000  Kay was knitting :  Faded Advent Blanket  Watch Kays Pixie Yarn review https://www.patreon.com/posts/knit-along-with-33521863  Watch Kays Beehive Yarns review https://www.patreon.com/posts/beehive-yarns-95919363  Oakworth Socks  Find all our Knitty U courses https://bakerybears.com/knitty-u/  Access the ‘Oakworth Socks' Pattern now https://www.patreon.com/posts/dpn-socks-course-36772088    Dan was knitting : Primrose Yarn Hat  Watch our ‘Know Your Yarn Weights' tutorial with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/know-your-yarn-46691144    3. (31 min 29 secs) “My Perfect Socks” Episode 7 “Brinkley is my Dog” Catch up with ‘My Perfect Socks' https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-perfect-socks-118297072   4. (1hr 00 min 48 secs) “Pick of the Projects” Godi Watch our first ‘Winter Walk' https://www.patreon.com/posts/winter-walks-1-117559658  Watch Dan's monthly garment show https://www.patreon.com/posts/new-chapter-s-3-120959154  Prototype DK Sock Design  Find out how Kay chooses the right yarn for projects https://www.patreon.com/posts/choosing-perfect-59669261  Kay mentioned https://www.abakhan.co.uk/  Kay showed https://bakerybears.com/choose-your-house-socks/    5. (1 hr 23 min 53 secs) “Whats OFF your Needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955477/2901-2925#2925  Short & Sweet Socks knitted in Blackberry Crush https://www.patreon.com/posts/blackberry-crush-126039804  Hundred Acre Wood Blanket coming 3rd June 2025 https://www.patreon.com/posts/summer-of-2025-127427416  Event available to Silver, Gold & Platinum Bakery Bear Patrons    6. (1 hr 31 min 43 secs) “My Perfect Socks” Episode 7 “Brinkley is my Dog” Watch Kays SSK alternative tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/21203965  Watch Kays Gusset Decreases tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/working-your-5-72635185 7. (1hr 51 mins 15 secs) “Endy Bits!”      You can find past issues of Knitability https://bakerybears.com/knitability/  Get ready for our ‘Flower Border: Spring 2025' video coming 29th May 2025    8. (1hr 52 mins 58 secs) “Outtakes”    HELP KEEP US ON AIR and become a Bakery Bear Patron - You could receive a subscription to our electronic magazine Knitability, exclusive patterns, over 330 tutorials, a monthly live Patron only show, our review series and so much more, to find out more visit: http://www.patreon.com/bakerybearspodcast or https://bakerybears.com/subscribe/  For a whole new way to engage with the Bakery Bears visit https://bakerybears.com - All Kay's patterns can be found here https://bakerybears.com/patterns/ - Find our Radio Show here https://bakerybears.com/listen/  Thank you so much for watching, we'll see you in two weeks with a new Video Show featuring ‘Britain: The Stately Era'.  If you wish to download the show, access it here : http://bakerybears.podbean.com - Apple users will find the show here : https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bakery-bears-podcast/id1051276128?mt=2 Follow the Bakery Bears on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bakerybears/

This week on "Stitch Please", Lisa is serving fashion, history, and fierce creativity as she dives into the upcoming Met Gala theme inspired by the iconic Black Dandy. Joined by style-savvy guests Julian Collins and Kristine McPartlin, the convo unpacks the power and legacy of Black Dandyism, shines a spotlight on Black designers, and dishes out bold, brilliant outfit inspo. From runway dreams to real-life stitching, they explore what this theme means for the sewing community—and how you can rock your own unique style with confidence and flair. Get ready for fashion talk with flair, culture with heart, and tips to slay your next stitch!====Where You Can Find Kristine! Mindtheforce.comMind The Force IGWhere You Can Find JulianJulian's InstagramThe AudaSEWtea Podcast===========Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation.Instagram: Lisa WoolforkTwitter: Lisa Woolfork======Stay Connected:YouTube: Black Women StitchInstagram: Black Women StitchFacebook: Stitch Please Podcast--Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonCheck out our Amazon StoreReady to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of...

Episode Summary: The Chalice and Vessel of Freedom (Pages 405-416) & The Covenant (Pages 417-418)Today, we focus on the final chapter of Transmission 8 and Transmission 9 as a closing reflection. While Transmission 9 isn't a full episode, it holds profound significance in the journey we've been on—so I'll address it at the end. Because, as we've learned, Transmission 9 is … you.This final offering is about freedom—but it challenges the way we often perceive it. We tend to think of freedom as something external—something to be won, taken, or given. But here, we learn that true freedom is an internal state of being.* It is not something we wait for.* It is not something we fight for.* It is something we become.That shift in perception? It's up to each of us.As we move through this chapter, have your Freedom Transmissions Personal Process page ready—you'll be guided to reflect and write.Key Themes* True Freedom is an Internal State – Not something granted, but something cultivated.* Freedom Requires Responsibility – We must nurture it, not take it for granted.* The Illusion of Freedom – External power and control are not real liberation.* Forgiveness as the Path to Peace – The real battle is within, not outside of us.The Responsibility of Freedom* Freedom is not an entitlement—neither in the human nor the divine sense.* Many take freedom for granted, assuming it is simply their right, but without awareness, it can be lost.* “Freedom is not something that happens to us—it is something we cultivate through presence, consciousness, and effort.”* The illusion of freedom—believing that power, unlimited choices, or control over others will bring liberation—is a false path.* True freedom is not about getting everything we want; it is about no longer being ruled by wanting.Where Does Freedom Exist?* Freedom is an inner journey. It is not found in external conditions but within our perception and awareness.* Wars have been fought over freedom, yet history shows that these battles often lead to more suffering.* “The real battle is internal. The only fight that leads to lasting peace is the fight for forgiveness.”* Unlike wars that create winners and losers, forgiveness frees everyone.* True freedom is not about overthrowing others or proving ourselves right. It is about releasing chains—anger, fear, separation, and illusion.You Are the Vessel of Light* The responsibility of freedom does not belong to someone else—it belongs to you.* Not through suffering. Not through sacrifice. Not through war.* But through inner transformation, kindness, compassion, and choosing peace over conflict.* “True freedom is not about fighting the war. It is about ending it—within ourselves first, and then in the world.”* “Through Presence, you become conscious that you are consciousness itself.”* The peace within you is not just a gift; it is a responsibility.* You are called to embody it, to live in the light of consciousness, to choose peace.The Truth of FreedomThe book tells us:* “There is nothing to have Faith in, for you ARE Faith.”* “There is nothing to Forgive or be Forgiven for. There never was. For you ARE Forgiveness.”* “There is nothing to be Free from, for you ARE Freedom. You are already Free.”So, “…go forth and reveal and unfurl your beautiful tapestry within the Tapestry of the Web of Life.”The Covenant: The Ninth Transmission is YOU* Transmission 9 is called The Covenant… and as we've learned, Transmission 9 is YOU.* A covenant is offered to sign in realization and completion of this sacred journey—between you and Yeshua.* This is your commitment to upholding your service as a Holder of the Light.* This is the moment to acknowledge that the Light you carry is your responsibility.Key Takeaways* The journey of transformation is an internal one.* Freedom is not outside of us—it is within.* We are called to walk forward in peace, embodying the Light we already are.* You are the final transmission. You are the pathway to peace.Closing ReflectionThis has been a journey of transformation, alignment, and peace. The pathway is not outside of us—it exists within. We are the ones now—carrying wisdom, light, and the responsibility to embody love.This is not about seeking something external; it is about remembering who we truly are.You are the ninth transmission. Go forth in your life as peace.Thanks for listening. Keep holding the light.Subscribe & Stay Connected

Davey Powell shares his journey as a queer traveller, navigating the complexities of growing up in fairgrounds while knowing he was gay from a young age. Through therapy, sobriety, and quilting, he's found a way to unite his traveller heritage with his queer identity to become the authentic person he was always meant to be.• Growing up between two worlds - never "traveller enough" for the traveller community and too "traveller" for the outside world• Experiencing violence and fear on the fairgrounds, forcing him to develop a tough exterior that conflicted with his sensitive nature• Hiding his gay identity from age 8-9 until university, when he finally came out• Facing rejection from his parents, culminating in his father saying "I've hated you since you were 15"• Battling severe depression and suicidal thoughts while trying to find his place in the world• Finding healing through therapy, sobriety, and quilting, which started during a difficult period in Canada• Creating vibrant quilts that incorporate fairground aesthetics to unite his traveller heritage with his queer identity• Learning to speak to his inner child and angry teenager to heal from past trauma• Proudly embracing both his showman/traveller background and his gay identity after years of feeling they couldn't coexist• Using traditional fairground fonts and sign-painting techniques to reclaim positive aspects of his heritageWant to reach out? Suggest a guest? Drop us a text! Support the show

Welcome to The Bakery Bears Video Show and our ‘Hundred Acre Blanket Reveal'!  Join us in this episode for: 1. (45 secs) “Welcome”   We mentioned ‘Pretty in Pink' and ‘Downton Abbey'   The Short & Sweet Pattern is also available to purchase now here https://bakerybears.com/short-and-sweet/ Patrons can access the ‘Short & Sweet Pattern' within our ‘Knitty U' here https://www.patreon.com/posts/knitting-magic-1-35254150  Find out how Kay dyed her yarn here https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-favourite-p-y-52793477  2. (9 mins 11 secs) “Whats on YOUR needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955474/976-1000#1000  Kay was knitting :  Short & Sweet Socks https://bakerybears.com/short-and-sweet/  Watch Kays Butterfly Heel tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/52604615  Kay will release a tutorial showing how she dyed ‘Blackberry Crush' on the 6th of May 2025 https://bakerybears.com/tutorials/  Crunkled Pheasant Socks https://bakerybears.com/crunkled-socks/  Kay mentioned Jervaulx Abbey. Visit there with Dan in this episode of ‘Rise & Fall of the Monasteries' https://www.patreon.com/posts/peter-jervaulx-4-82024375  Learn to knit DPN socks with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/sockoween-dpn-on-89912880  Dan was knitting : Snow Forest Socks https://bakerybears.com/snow-forest/  Learn to dye ‘The Shoe Books' with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-perfect-socks-118297072  Watch Kays closing the gap sock tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/gusset-pick-up-4-89913635  3. (35 min 37 secs) “Britain: The Stately Era” Episode 3 “The Stately Home” Watch the special editions of every episode of the series https://www.patreon.com/posts/manor-house-1-123074416    4. (54 min 21 secs) “Pick of the Projects” Sweetheart Cowl https://bakerybears.com/sweetheart-cowl/  Find out how Dan knits colourwork https://www.patreon.com/posts/how-dan-works-72685179  Hundred Acre Blanket available within Summer of Stitching running June, July & August 2025  Access our 2023 Summer of Stitching content https://www.patreon.com/collection/1453493  Watch My Favourite Blanket https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-favourite-1-76113593  Kay showed her Jelly Roll Blanket https://bakerybears.com/jelly-roll/  5. (1 hr 16 min 21 secs) “Whats OFF your Needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955477/2901-2925#2925  Lemon Top Socks  Available to qualifying patrons FREE from 1st June 2025 https://bakerybears.com/platinum-collection/  6. (1 hr 30 min 15 secs) “Britain: The Stately Era” Episode 3 “The Stately Home” Catch up with ‘My Perfect Socks' https://www.patreon.com/posts/my-perfect-socks-118297072  7. (1hr 43 mins 59 secs) “Endy Bits!”      Kay showed yarn from Eden Cottage Yarns https://www.edencottageyarns.co.uk  Listen to our Radio Show here https://bakerybears.com/listen/  Find out how to watch our April Patron Exclusive Show https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-127137590  Find all our Reviews https://bakerybears.com/reviews/  Watch Kays How Socks Wear review https://www.patreon.com/posts/how-sock-wear-102514049    8. (1hr 49 mins 36 secs) “Outtakes”    HELP KEEP US ON AIR and become a Bakery Bear Patron - You could receive a subscription to our electronic magazine Knitability, exclusive patterns, over 330 tutorials, a monthly live Patron only show, our review series and so much more, to find out more visit: http://www.patreon.com/bakerybearspodcast or https://bakerybears.com/subscribe/  For a whole new way to engage with the Bakery Bears visit https://bakerybears.com - All Kay's patterns can be found here https://bakerybears.com/patterns/ - Find our Radio Show here https://bakerybears.com/listen/  Thank you so much for watching, we'll see you in two weeks with a new Video Show featuring ‘My Perfect Socks'.  If you wish to download the show, access it here : http://bakerybears.podbean.com - Apple users will find the show here : https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bakery-bears-podcast/id1051276128?mt=2 Follow the Bakery Bears on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bakerybears/

Bonus Episode – What happens when creativity meets compassion?  In this special conversation, I sit down with my daughter Gwen to talk about a project she and her Girl Scout troop took on — knitting blankets for people experiencing homelessness. It started as a small idea, but quickly became a meaningful way to offer warmth, dignity, and human connection. We talk about what inspired the project, what the girls learned along the way, and why simple acts of kindness can ripple further than we think. If you enjoyed this conversation, please consider sharing it with a friend, rating the show, and subscribing on your favorite podcast platform. It helps others find the podcast and join the conversation, too. Intro/Outro music by Skinfiltr8r.

Episode Summary: Salvation (Pages 379-404)This chapter is about coming home to yourself—liberation, transformation, and stepping into the light of who you truly are. Some days, you may feel deeply connected to your purpose; other days, you may feel lost. This is part of being human. We move through light and shadow, remembering and forgetting, but there is always a way back to yourself.At its core, this chapter explores salvation not as something external, but as an inner transformation. It is the process of shedding fear and illusion, returning to divine truth, and choosing faith over fear, unity over division, and presence over distraction. Peace, freedom, and love are not something we seek—they are something we awaken within.This teaching is an invitation to step into our divinity. We are all part of something bigger, something sacred. This is a path of awakening—discovering who we truly are and the light we are meant to share with the world.Key Themes* Salvation as Inner Transformation – It is not given to us; it is something we embody and live.* Deliverance is an Inner Process – Releasing false narratives, choosing faith over fear, and stepping into spiritual truth.* Returning to Divine Truth – Aligning with wisdom, presence, and love instead of illusion and distraction.* We Are the Bridge – We are here to carry the Light and be part of the awakening of conscious life.The Path of Deliverance* Deliverance is not about being rescued—it is a shift in perception and awareness.* It is about releasing limitations, false identities, and attachments that keep us bound.* We are called to use discernment—choosing what we align with and how we walk this path.* “You are here to make choices as the Divine human, not the human human any longer.”The Burden is Resistance, Not Life* Life itself is not a burden—it is resistance to our true selves that creates suffering.* The book reminds us: “When you free yourself to be as you are, and free others to be who they are, it suddenly becomes easy to love, to trust, and to release doubt.”* The greatest transformation happens when we surrender the need for control and comparison.A Time of Awakening & Accountability* We are moving into an Era of Consciousness—one of transparency, truth, and co-creation.* We are accountable for the seeds we sow, whether in love or fear.* “You are all accountable for your share of the peace, or your share of the burden, in ways you did not have to be accountable for before.”* The Earth is part of this balance. “Cease and desist from your slow crucifixion of Gaia.”Stepping Into the Light* We are being asked: “Will you be God's dream, a conscious dreamer? Or will you be God's nightmare, twisted in the dreaming?”* This is a moment of choice—one that calls us into presence, connection, and kindness.* The invitation is to live in alignment with divine truth, embodying love and peace in our daily lives.You Are the Ninth Transmission* The Freedom Transmissions are structured in three sacred Braids—Life, Death, and Resurrection.* The final strand is you. You are the completion of the teaching.* “The ninth transmission is not something you receive—it is something you live.”* Your choices, your presence, your love are what weave a new world of wisdom and light.Key Takeaways* We are the living transmission. It is through our actions and alignment that we bring the Light into the world.* Surrender, willingness, and curiosity are all that is required.* This is Revelation. The unseen becomes seen through how we live, love, and serve.Next Steps: Read & Listen

Episode Summary: The Three Strands of the Braid of the Holy Trinity, Part 2 (Pages 363-376)In this episode, we continue exploring the spiritual concept of the Trinity of Light and the Shadow Trinity. This is an exploration, not a pursuit of mastery. The journey is one of continuous unbraiding from fear and judgment while reweaving into love, wisdom, and freedom.This chapter offers insights into the power of redemption, the significance of shared burdens, and the ultimate liberation found in embracing divine will. True peace is not achieved through external validation but through deep spiritual work—shedding old beliefs that no longer serve us and embracing a life of love and joy. Through the three key principles of Repentance, Atonement, and Redemption, we are provided with a framework for finding inner peace and freedom.Key Themes* The Journey of Spiritual Growth – This path is not about perfection but continuous exploration and integration.* Joy as a Spiritual Lens – Choosing joy does not mean avoiding pain, but seeing it differently.* Shared Burdens & Divine Reciprocity – Service is not just an act of giving; it is a sacred exchange.* Redemption as Renewal – True freedom comes when faith and forgiveness are fully realized.The Nature of Spiritual Growth* Spiritual evolution is not a burden but an invitation to joy.* Pain and struggle are part of the process, but they are not punishments; they are opportunities for transformation.* Much like a "patient in a waiting room waiting to be stitched back together," we are called to trust the process rather than resist it.* “Salvation requires Love, and Love requires consciousness and courage as you evolve into your fully realized, adult Yeshua self.”The Power of Shared Burdens* In this chapter, Yeshua shares the story of Simon, who helped Him carry His cross.* This was a crucial moment in the Resurrection that is often overlooked.* Simon unknowingly set down his own burdens by saying yes to helping Yeshua.* Lesson: Divinity is not found in isolation but in co-creation. When we serve, we receive.As the book says:“Creator serves Creation. Creation serves Creator. Dreamer serves Dreaming. Dreaming serves Dreamer.”* Our purpose often finds us in unexpected ways.* Service is not about grandeur—it is about the love, humility, and compassion we bring to it.* Even the smallest acts of kindness are miracles to the Divine.Understanding the Third Strand: Redemption* Repentance – The power of unburdening.* Atonement – The power of service through joy.* Redemption – The power of renewal.Redemption is the freedom that comes when faith and forgiveness are fully realized. It is the resurrection of our presence, our worth, and our Yeshua self.But redemption is not an obligation—it is an invitation. Divine grace is always available, but we must choose to receive it.“The Divine is not the gatekeeper to freedom; you are. No one else can free you; you must choose to forgive and liberate yourself.”Redemption is not about being saved—it is about stepping fully into joy and divine purpose. It is a celebration, not a solemn duty.Recite The Redemption Prayer (page 371) to align with divine grace.Mastery & the Spiritual Path* The teachings in this book are meant to unfold over years and lifetimes.* Mastery is not about absorbing everything at once, but allowing wisdom to transform us.* “Even one transmission, one word or breath within it, carries all the energy needed for the whole of your enlightenment.”* Growth happens in cycles, revealing deeper truths over time.* True mastery is not about external achievements but alignment with love, truth, and peace.Key Takeaways* The Trinity of Light is a path from limitation into freedom.* Faith over fear. Service over isolation. Joy over judgment.* Repentance, Atonement, and Redemption realign us with love and inner peace.* The invitation is always here—to let go of burdens, embrace divine grace, and walk the path of light with courage and joy.Next Steps: Read & Listen

Show Notes: Intro - Knit Knit Knit - ~FO #2, 3, 5, & 7 ~ Shortie Fingerless Mitts #1, 2, 3, & 4, on US3 (3.25mm), Malabrigo Metamorphosis Sock in the Amelie colourway ~FO #4 ~Preemie Blanket #2, on US6 (4mm), Fangirl Fibers 75/25 Superwash Merino Nylon in a One of a Kind colourway (437 yds), Forbidden Fiber Co Gluttony Sock Mini in a Purple colourway (150 yds), Unknown Yarn in a Green colourway (69.92 yds), Fangirl Fibers 80/20 Merino Nylon in the July 2022 Gilmore Girls Club S4 E1 “Ice Cream Queen” colourway (140 yds), Forbidden Fiber Co Gluttony Sock Mini in the Gold colourway (150 yds), Forbidden Fiber Co Gluttony Sock Mini in the Red colourway (135 yds), Bigfoot Yarn Company Wendigo Sock in the Flying Pink Elephants colourway (92.6 yds), & Fangirl Fibers 80/20 Merino Nylon in the February 2022 Gilmore Girls Club S2 E20 “Lane's Drums” (156 yds) - 1330.52 yds total Started on 15-September-2024 - Finished on 2-February-2025 - 20 days ~FO #6 ~Dami's 2024 Xmas Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Emma's Yarn Practically Perfect Sock in the Group Hug colourway ~FO #8 - Jeremy's 2025 Birthday Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 ply Self Striping in the Jay colourway (266.57 yds) & Emma's Yarn Practically Perfect Sock in the Group Hug colourway (88 yds) - 354.57 yds total ~Preemie Blanket #3 on US6 (4mm), Red Heart Super Saver Jumbo in the Gold colourway & Red Heart Super Saver in the Café Latte colourway Flosstube - Begins at timestamp 10:07 FO #1 ~ Coffee Because Murder is Illegal by Notorious Needle Live & Dye LA 14 count Aida Bag - Aurora Borealis BeStitchMe Silk Truffle, Needlepoint Silk Hot Pink, & Treenway Silks Sterling Silver Started on 4-October-2024 - Finished on 18-January-2025 - 16 days ~Edinburgh Castle by Terra Luna Stitchery 25ct Easy Grid Lugana Called for DMC ~Oh Deer! by Satsuma Street Steel City Stitchers 16 count Aida - Black Pearl Called for DMC ~Gilmoreisms by Forbidden Fiber Co. Forbidden Fiber Co. 16 count Aida Zweigart - Casablanca Called for Forbidden Fiber Co. Floss ~Winter in Stars Hollow by Katie Landis / The Black Needle Society 18ct White Aida Called for DMC & colour conversion by Forbidden Fiber Co. ~Taylor Swift Productive by stitchedbyliz Fiber on a Whim 16 count Aida - Presenting Lorelai Gilmore Colour & Cotton Cherry Fizz, Dark Indigo, & The Three Month Anniversary; Gentle Art Bubblegum; Forbidden Fiber Co. Wildflower; Mystical Diamond Art Captain Hook; Live & Dye LA Pretty Flamingo; & Gentle Art Faded Rose ~Jack's Stamp Collection by Katie Landis/The Black Needle Society Judesign 18 ct Zweigart Aida - Witchy Pink Called for DMC Yummies (our current favourite things) - ~Tin Can Knits Bumble Cowl ~The Black Needle Society March Rainy Day Stitching, Stitching at Downton Seasons 1-2, & January Purple Boxes ~I'm so excited to be a rep for The Black Needle Society Join TBNS Waitlist to be notified when you can subscribe. Save 5% on everything in The Black Needle Society Vault with the code JAVAPURL5 Misc. - ~Support the Podcast, Become A Patron ~Support the Podcast, Join us on YouTube ~Want another way to help support our podcast? Throughout our website, links to books, tv shows, movies, etc. are Amazon Affiliate Links. We receive a portion of what you spend when you click through our website to shop on Amazon. What we receive helps us with the costs associated with producing this podcast as well as with prizes & shipping for giveaways. Thanks in advance for your support! If you are in the UK, please click this link, Amazon.co.uk, or the banner below to shop: If you are in Canada, please click this link, Amazon.ca or the banner below to shop: ~For any and all giveaways, prizes, competitions, ALs, etc. that we host, the winner(s) have 30 days from the date of announcement (the date the podcast episode in which the winner was announced goes live) to contact us to claim their prize or it will be forfeited. If this occurs, the prize will be used for another giveaway at our discretion. Thanks for understanding! Find Us Online - C.C. - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as CC_JavaPurl Dami - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as DamiMunroe Pink Purl (she/her) & Pumpkin Pom-Pom (she/her)- ~on Instagram as Pink.and.Pumpkin JavaPurl Designs ~ JavaPurl Designs website GGKCS - ~ our Facebook page ~ email us: ggkcspodcast@gmail.com ~ on Apple Podcasts ~ on YouTube ~ Support the Podcast, Become a Patron Until next time,

Episode Summary: The Three Strands of the Braid of the Holy Trinity, Part 1 (Pages 339-362)This chapter explores how fear shapes our lives and how our response to it—either through surrender or resistance—determines whether it controls us or becomes an opportunity for growth. Fear, when left unchecked, creates illusions that trap us in cycles of suffering. However, understanding two powerful forces can help us break free:* The Trinity of Light: Repentance, Atonement, and Redemption—a path to healing, transformation, and liberation.* The Shadow Trinity: Separation, Judgment, and Fear—energies that bind us in limitation and distortion.By recognizing our fear-based patterns and shifting our perception, we can step into a life of divine connection, where faith replaces fear and we align with our highest potential.Key Themes* Fear as Illusion – How the mind creates exaggerated ghost stories that keep us trapped in suffering.* Addiction to Fear – How external structures (media, politics, societal systems) manipulate fear for control.* Faith as the Antidote – The unknown is where transformation and spiritual connection live.* The Shadow Trinity vs. The Light Trinity – One binds us in suffering, while the other sets us free.The Nature of Fear and Perception* The phrase “Abandon hope, all ye who enter here” is often used to create fear in controlled settings, yet in real life, we resist fear instead of embracing it with curiosity.* Fear does not exist in external events but in how our mind interprets them.* When faith is lost, the mind creates illusions—stories that seem more frightening than reality.* Discernment is key: Learning when fear serves a purpose versus when it is used as a tool of control.Understanding the Three Strands of the Trinity of Light1. The Power of Repentance: The Act of Unburdening* Repentance is not about guilt; it is about release.* Acknowledging burdens—blame, regret, judgment—allows us to unburden ourselves and reconnect with love and peace.* Recite the Repentance Prayer (page 353) to surrender and realign.2. The Power of Atonement: Service Through Joy* Atonement restores balance, not as punishment, but through joyful service.* This is co-creation with the Divine, allowing us to hold the Light for others.* Acts of kindness, laughter, and compassion are ways we atone.The Shadow Trinity: The Counterbalance to the Light* A necessary contrast that teaches us what we are not, so we may remember what we are.* Consists of three braids:* Resentment, Reaction, Regret* Shame, Blame, Guilt* Polarity, Complacency, Separation* These energies create suffering but can be unbraided through awareness and choice.Key Takeaways* Fear binds. Faith liberates. When we shift from fear-based perception to faith, we create inner peace and clarity.* Repentance releases burdens. Let go of judgment, regret, and separation to return to love.* Atonement is service through joy. Give without agenda, and your light will inspire others to find their own path.* Discernment is key. Fear can be a tool for control—learning to recognize and shift it is part of our awakening.Next Steps: Read & Listen

I'm still knitting on the same projects as last episode, so I indulge in some dream knitting and talk about three patterns that have my attention for spring / summer knitting. There's a lot of hand stitching underway, including my Alabama Chanin bolero and dress, plus a partial placket shirt with the help of Cal Patch. I include a recipe for black sesame cornbread and two poems by Poet Laureate Ada Limǒn. Plus, the winner of the Q1 prize is announced!

Send us a textIn this episode of Quilting on the Side, hosts Andi and Tori interview Susan Smith, a quilter with a rich family history in quilting. Susan shares her journey from learning to quilt on a treadle machine in a log cabin to turning her passion into a business during the pandemic. She discusses her marketing strategies, particularly the effectiveness of YouTube, and emphasizes the importance of building trust with her audience before selling her courses. Susan also shares insights from organizing a quilting cruise and her plans for future courses and memberships, highlighting the supportive quilting community she cherishes. Things we talked about with Susan:Tune in to Susan's podcast, Measure Twice, Cut Once, for relaxed conversations about the valuable lessons she and her guests have discovered in life, business, and creativity. You can listen to her podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and via RSS Feed.Episode Sponsor: A huge thank you to our episode sponsor, EQ8! EQ8 is the ultimate quilt design software that helps bring your creative visions to life. With user-friendly tools for designing, planning, and visualizing quilts, EQ8 is perfect for quilters of all levels. Take your quilting projects to the next level by visiting https://bit.ly/quiltingonthesideEQ8.

Episode Summary: The Justice of Divine Balance (Pages 323-338)This chapter explores the importance of balance, letting go of what no longer serves, and trusting the natural flow of life. It invites us to examine how chasing external validation—such as success, approval, or control—can leave us feeling empty and disconnected, while aligning with truth, peace, humility, and authenticity brings clarity and fulfillment. We also explore how change and loss, though difficult, can be pathways to freedom. This offering provides guidance on how to navigate transitions, including global energetic shifts, with grace, surrender, and purpose.Key Themes:* Balance is achieved by releasing attachments and trusting life's natural flow.* External pursuits—success, status, control—often lead to disillusionment and imbalance.* True fulfillment arises from inner peace, humility, and authenticity.* Loss is not punishment; it is often a necessary step for realignment and growth.* The world's energetic shifts require us to embrace change with trust rather than resistance.The Illusion of Fulfillment Through External MeansMany of us believe that something outside of ourselves will provide the fulfillment we seek. Yet, when we focus on lack or fixate on what “should” be instead of what is, we create a false sense of separation.* Real happiness does not come from external success. As the book states, “You may hit the bull's-eye on sex, money, and power, but focusing on such targets leaves your authentic self missing in action.”* When we chase validation, status, or material wealth, we often feel unfulfilled, even when we achieve those goals.* True peace does not come from accumulating more or achieving perfection—it comes from accepting ourselves as we are.* Freedom begins when we release the part of ourselves that constantly seeks and desires without ever feeling satisfied.The Archery Metaphor: Aiming for the Right TargetsThe book uses archery as a metaphor for life, illustrating how we often aim at the wrong targets:* Many people rush toward lofty goals before they have built the foundation necessary to hold steady. As the text says, “Your minds love to race to Olympic Archery distances before you have even effectively learned the discipline and work required to hold a bow.”* Chasing external success can feel like hitting a target—only to realize it wasn't the one that truly mattered.* Instead, we are encouraged to:* Refocus our aim—targeting what brings real peace and connection.* Adjust expectations—understanding that transformation requires patience and alignment.* Release the illusion of perfection—embracing authenticity over unattainable ideals.* As the book states, “The more honest you are, the more balanced your bow, the more open your soul's eye, through accepting what you are designed to be, hitting the mark will be effortless.”The Necessity of Release and RenewalPeriods of loss and transformation are necessary for growth:* Without release, imbalance occurs.* Loss is not punishment; it is often a divine realignment.* Letting go allows for expansion and greater clarity.* Examples of how loss can lead to liberation:* Losing a job can open doors to a more meaningful path.* The end of a relationship can lead to deeper self-discovery.* Releasing outdated beliefs allows for new perspectives and growth.Rather than resisting loss, we are invited to see it as a doorway to something new. As the book states, “An opportunity for reevaluation, refinement, restoration, and simplification.” Less can often be more.The Earth's Energetic Shift and Our Role in ItWe are in a time of global energetic rebalancing. The Earth itself is evolving, and we must evolve with her:* The Earth's frequency is shifting, requiring a collective realignment.* Many current struggles—exhaustion, anxiety, disconnection—stem from being out of sync with natural rhythms.* Synchronizing with the Earth's cycles brings clarity and well-being.* As the planet undergoes shifts, natural events will mirror these changes, reflecting necessary realignments.To navigate this shift, we are encouraged to:* Honor our bodies—resting, nourishing, and attuning to our needs.* Release unnecessary consumption—creating spaciousness rather than filling every moment.* Trust life's cycles—understanding that every transition has purpose.There are two choices:* Fight and resist change, creating struggle.* Surrender, adapt, and trust the unfolding process.We are reminded that this is not a passive process. Growth requires participation. The less resistance, the faster clarity arrives.Choosing Peace in a Changing WorldDespite external turmoil, peace is the underlying force driving this shift:* The current era is moving toward transparency and alignment, though resistance remains.* Those in power—whether in external systems or within our own ego—will struggle to maintain control.* The collective will reach a point of oversaturation with dissonance, leading to a greater desire for unity.Yet, we can choose the path of peace now:* Be a light-holder, guiding others toward a new way of being.* Embrace simplicity and authenticity—animals, elders, and children are examples of this.* Recognize that true balance means living for oneself without imposing on others.As the text says, “There is such strength in allowing and be-ing just as you are. When you can allow yourself to just be… you create space for fulfillment, service, and joy.”The Nothing Prayer: A Gateway to EverythingThe chapter concludes with The Nothing Prayer, a powerful tool for restoring simplicity and balance. As recommended in the book, this prayer shifts focus from external chaos to inner stillness, liberating us from attachments and desires.“I have nothing. I want nothing. I will be brought what I need…”Reciting this prayer often is a practice in surrender and trust.Key TakeawayThe world is shifting, and we are invited to shift with it. Balance is not found in control or accumulation but in trust, surrender, and alignment with our true nature.Reflection:What are you holding onto that no longer serves you? How can you embrace release as a path to deeper peace?Next Steps: Read & Listen

Send us a textIn this insightful episode, Joey Pinz chats with Jill Schaumloeffel, whose journey from a 100-acre farm in Ohio to crafting intricate quilts and understanding cybersecurity is anything but ordinary. Jill shares how the discipline of farming, the precision of quilting, and the vigilance needed in security all tie together.

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Episode Summary: Resurrection (Pages 310-320)This chapter explores the deep interconnectedness of all life—from the smallest insect to towering trees, from animals to humans. Everything in existence plays a role; we are not separate from this web of life but woven into it.We examine our purpose as conscious beings—not to dominate but to serve as caretakers of the Earth. The energy we bring into the world matters, shaping our collective future. This offering invites us to recognize the sacred in all things, to honor our relationship with nature, and to understand the unseen impact of our spiritual evolution.Key Themes:* All life is interconnected; no being is separate from the web of existence.* Our role is not to dominate but to care for and honor all life.* The energy we cultivate and leave behind influences the world long after we are gone.* Animals and plants are profound teachers, offering wisdom through their presence and balance.* Justice is not about punishment but restoring harmony through wisdom and discernment.The Legacy of Energy and the Seeds We PlantEvery one of us carries a life force that does not simply vanish when we pass. Instead, our energy and consciousness continue to influence the world, much like planting seeds.* The way we live—and the way we die—matters. Our state of being at the time of passing leaves an energetic imprint.* Living in love, grace, and peace plants seeds that create healing and harmony.* Living in resentment or fear plants seeds that continue cycles of suffering.* Indigenous cultures, animals, and nature understand these cycles intuitively, honoring life and death as part of a greater balance.The Wisdom of Nature and AnimalsPlants, trees, and animals are among our greatest light-holders. They live in harmony with the rhythms of life and serve as reminders of presence and truth.* Trees hold wisdom in their roots, communicate through ecosystems, and sustain life through their breath.* Animals exist in full presence, without pretense or judgment, reflecting truth through their eyes.* Our role is not to assert dominance over them but to serve as their caretakers.Reincarnation and the Evolution of the SoulReincarnation is another way to describe the process of resurrection—of soul integrating into form once again.* As consciousness evolves, we may move through different forms—human, animal, insect, plant—learning balance along the way.* A soul that has caused harm may choose to return in a different form, not as punishment but as a means of healing and understanding.* An abuser may return as the abused, not for suffering's sake, but to mend the love-knots and restore balance.* The soul's ultimate desire is to experience all aspects of existence and contribute to the evolution of consciousness.The Divine's Evolution and Our Role in Co-CreationEven the Divine itself is in a progressive state of evolution.* As we evolve, so does the Divine, in an ongoing cycle of co-creation.* The energy we cultivate—whether love and compassion or fear and negativity—contributes to the overall consciousness of existence.* Beings of light, such as angels, often take form as children with special needs or animals who live brief yet powerful lives, serving as anchors of high vibration.* Abuse or neglect of any form of life—plant, animal, child, or elder—affects the collective balance of consciousness.Justice and True BalanceJustice, in its highest form, is not about punishment or retribution but about restoring balance and peace.* Passion for change must stem from compassion and wisdom, not anger and blame.* Social justice can quickly become mob justice when fueled by hatred instead of discernment.* Modern-day pitchforks—social media, judgment, and reactionary activism—often create more imbalance.* True justice asks: Am I moving from love or fear? If we become consumed by our fight, we risk becoming the very thing we oppose.* Divine balance ensures that all things are eventually restored to harmony. Any imbalance not rectified in this life will be resolved through the loving correction of the Divine.Raising Our Vibration and Honoring the Web of LifeThe energy we carry and consume matters.* The words we speak, the food we eat, the media we consume—all shape our vibration.* Filling our lives with negativity and suffering absorbs that energy into our being.* Discernment is key: What are you aligning with? What do you bring into your body, mind, and spirit?* Choosing love and peace raises not only our consciousness but that of the collective.This does not mean ignoring darkness. It means choosing to bring light into it, even in grief, loss, and disconnection.Key TakeawayWe are all part of something greater than ourselves. The way we treat others, animals, and the Earth ripples outward, shaping the world itself. Our legacy is not in what we accumulate but in the energy we leave behind.Reflection:What life force or legacy do you want to leave behind? How are you contributing to the balance of life?Next Steps: Read & Listen

The boys are at the Triple MCG for today's Saturday Rub, now at the new time of 11:30am! Bill attempts to stitch up Jim and fails; We're joined by AFL CEO Andrew Dillion and Collingwood's Steele Sidebottom fresh from last night's win over the Dogs; Bern Nuffs one of one; and the Quiz is back Triple M Footy's Saturday Rub is James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Bernie Vince, and Damian BarrettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Summary: The Alpha, the Omega, and Eternal Life (Pages 279-309)This chapter explores the sacred cycles of beginnings and endings, offering comfort and wisdom to anyone navigating loss or seeking a deeper purpose behind the human experience. While we often think of life and death as opposites—one to be celebrated and the other to be feared—this teaching invites us to see them as partners in the soul's journey. By embracing both, we can find greater peace, presence, and freedom.Key Themes:* Life and death are not opposing forces but interconnected cycles in the soul's evolution.* Every birth contains an ending, just as every ending creates a new beginning.* Love does not disappear after loss—it transforms and takes on a new form.* Our feelings cannot be solved through logic; they must be felt and processed to move through them.* The Divine is not a force of suffering or punishment but of peace—we can access this when we surrender to the greater flow of life.The Nature of Beginnings and EndingsWe all come into this world knowing that we will one day leave it. This is not a tragedy—it is part of the Divine design. Without endings, there could be no beginnings.* A mother must release her former identity when she gives birth to a child.* When a loved one passes, those left behind must release the life they knew with them.* The grief we feel in loss is proof of the love we have shared.* Beginnings and endings hold both light and void—fear, love, grief, and transformation are all part of the same sacred cycle.The Conflict Between the Mind and the HeartOne of the greatest challenges we face is the tension between our thoughts and feelings:* The mind seeks logic and control, but the heart speaks the language of energy and emotion.* We often try to reason through emotions, but feelings cannot be solved like a problem; they must be moved through.* True peace comes when we learn to balance the mind and heart, embracing presence instead of overanalyzing.Yeshua's presence is not about fear, suffering, or burden—those are constructs of the human mind. Divine energy is peace, and we can tap into this by surrendering control and trusting in something greater than ourselves.Understanding the Layers of AwarenessTo better navigate our human experience, we are shown three levels of awareness:* Thoughts (Lowest Vibration) – The mind's attempt to process the external world.* Feelings and Emotions (Higher Vibration) – More aligned with the Light, connected to energy and intuition.* Intuition and Presence (Highest Vibration) – A deep knowing, the soul's wisdom, and direct connection to the Divine.Yet, we often give the lowest vibration—our thoughts—the most power. This chapter invites us to reset, allowing intuition and presence to lead, bringing harmony even through grief, birth, and sudden change.Finding Peace in Life and DeathLoss is often seen as something to fear, yet it is part of the balance of creation. Nothing reminds us of the power of love more than loss itself.* When we lose someone, it feels like a part of us is gone—but in reality, they shift from being beside us to being within us.* The grief we experience is not about something being taken from us; rather, it is an expansion of love.* The Divine does not wish for us to carry burdens; instead, we are invited to lay them down and find peace in faith and forgiveness.The Sacred Cycle of Life and DeathThis chapter shares the cycle of our physical existence:* Upon birth, our spirit descends from the infinite, while our physical form rises from the earth.* Upon death, our spirit ascends back to the infinite, and our body returns to the earth.* We do not cease to exist; we simply transition into a new way of being.* This is why we can still feel the presence of loved ones who have passed—they are still with us, just in a different form.Hope, Balance, and the Gift of PeaceThe Divine carries hope for us, just as we carry hope for our loved ones. But true hope is not about avoiding suffering—it is about seeking peace.* Yeshua does not exist to save us from death or struggle but to help us find balance.* When we restore balance between the mind and heart, everything shifts.* If we wish to find Yeshua, we do not need more knowledge or service—we need balance.Lessons on Grief and Eternal ConnectionGrief is an awakening—an invitation to form a new relationship with the ones we have lost. Love is eternal, and our connections remain unbroken.* Each ending contains a new beginning; grief and love are intertwined.* We are whole, even when we feel empty.* Loss is not final—it is a transformation of presence.* We are encouraged to move through grief with simplicity, not resistance. True wisdom emerges from allowing what is, rather than trying to control it.What Happens When We Die?This chapter offers a perspective on the moment of death:* The soul reunites with its whole self, freed from the limits of the body.* All memories and experiences transform into light and understanding.* We experience a return to love and balance, a reunion with those who came before us.At the moment of passing, our relationships do not end; they transcend time and space, becoming woven into our spirit.Key TakeawayEvery loss plants seeds of light within us. Our journey is not about avoiding grief—it is about walking through it with an open heart. Love does not disappear; it simply changes form.Reflection:When loss creates a void, that space is not empty—it is an opening where light can enter.Next Steps: Read & Listen

Welcome to The Bakery Bears Video Show featuring ‘My Perfect Socks'! Join us in this episode for: 1. (1 min 16 secs) “Welcome”   Watch the special edition of Britain: The Stately Era https://www.patreon.com/posts/manor-house-1-123074416  Kay's new yarn craft storage area!  Libraries and music rooms    2. (9 mins 45 secs) “Whats on YOUR needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955474/976-1000#1000  Kay was knitting :  Wizard of Oz Socks and bag from https://www.stitchamajig.co.uk/ Find out how Kay plans a ‘Scrappy Sock' https://www.patreon.com/posts/create-your-own-77628859  Find out how Kay makes her project bags https://bakerybears.com/sewing/  Watch Kays ‘Little Dove Designs' review https://www.patreon.com/posts/little-dove-123615406  Watch Kays Summer of Stitching Cross Stitch Course https://www.patreon.com/posts/83036990  Bits & Bobs Cowl https://bakerybears.com/bits-and-bobs-cowl/  Watch the first part of Kays special ‘Bits & Bobs' stitch series https://www.patreon.com/c/bakerybearspodcast  The Wicked Socks  Watch our ‘Three by the Sea' yarn review https://www.patreon.com/posts/92391591    Dan was knitting : Feederbrook Farm Yarns Hat  Watch our KnitPro Cubics Needle review https://www.patreon.com/posts/knitpro-cubics-51395540  Godi https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/godi  Watch Dan's ‘Journey to the Centre of the Yoke' series https://www.patreon.com/posts/journey-to-of-1-18380920  Watch our Lettlopi Yarn Review https://www.patreon.com/posts/42557235    3. (49 min 22 secs) “My Perfect Socks” Episode 5 “The Violins Sing” 4. (1 hr 17 min 23 secs) “Whats OFF your Needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955477/2901-2925#2925  Pixie Yarn Socks Watch Kays Butterfly Heel tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/53486899    5. (1 hr 21 min 46 secs) “My Perfect Socks” Episode 5 “The Violins Sing” Watch Kays One Stitch Pick Up Tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/gusset-pick-up-5-113868524  Watch Kays Two Stitch Pick Up Tutorial https://www.patreon.com/posts/72632812  Learn to knit a pair of socks with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/72019717  Master sock knitting with Kay https://bakerybears.com/knitty-u/  6. (1hr 44 mins 41 secs) “Endy Bits!”      Find all Kays sock tutorials https://bakerybears.com/sock-tutorials/   We mentioned our Summer of Stitching 2025 which will run from June-August. Watch last years event https://www.patreon.com/posts/janes-mitts-part-108305337  Watch our latest Patron Exclusive Show https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-122914024  Find all issues of our magazine https://bakerybears.com/knitability/     HELP KEEP US ON AIR and become a Bakery Bear Patron - You could receive a subscription to our electronic magazine Knitability, exclusive patterns, over 320 tutorials, a monthly live Patron only show, our review series and so much more, to find out more visit: http://www.patreon.com/bakerybearspodcast or https://bakerybears.com/subscribe/  For a whole new way to engage with the Bakery Bears visit https://bakerybears.com - All Kay's patterns can be found here https://bakerybears.com/patterns/ - Find our Radio Show here https://bakerybears.com/listen/  Thank you so much for watching, we'll see you in two weeks with a new Video Show featuring ‘Britain: The Stately Era'.  If you wish to download the show, access it here : http://bakerybears.podbean.com - Apple users will find the show here : https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bakery-bears-podcast/id1051276128?mt=2 Follow the Bakery Bears on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bakerybears/

Episode Summary: Polarity, Resistance, and Transcending Doubt (Pages 252-276)In this chapter, we explore the dualities within ourselves—our Yeshua self, which embodies love and light, and our Lucifer self, which resists change and clings to fear. By recognizing these aspects, we gain a deeper understanding of how our personal struggles mirror collective challenges and how our resistance to growth reflects the tension in the world around us. Transformation is not a single moment but a gradual process of awakening to our true nature. Through the lens of light and void, we learn to navigate our inner polarities, make conscious choices, and contribute positively, even in times of uncertainty.Key Themes:* Light is not fading; rather, our connection to it can wane. It is up to us to stay connected.* As light grows within us, resistance often increases. Our old belief systems struggle to hold on.* The world mirrors our internal struggles—resistance to change, collective division, and the cycles of power.* We are responsible for our own peace and how we engage with transformation.Navigating Inner ResistanceResistance to growth is natural. This chapter explores how resistance manifests:* Love-nots—the mental and emotional knots we carry—can feel heavier when transformation begins.* When belief systems collapse, there is often panic and a rush to regain control.* The pendulum of power swings back and forth, without real progress, when change is resisted instead of embraced.* We are encouraged not to get lost in choosing sides but instead to move beyond judgment and into a place of awareness and unity.The Balance of Healthy and Unhealthy ResistanceWe are invited to reflect: Should we resist at all?* Healthy resistance is about discernment—it allows us to pause, explore, and proceed with wisdom.* Unhealthy resistance comes from fear and an unwillingness to accept change.* The Divine is making it impossible to stay in resistance. The more we cling to old patterns, the harder the shift feels.Fear of Love, Fear of FearMany of us fear love itself because loving means risking loss. Yet love is our true nature. We are encouraged to ask: Will we fear love, or will we love fear?* The Divine loves us in all states—joy, peace, judgment, and separation alike.* Choosing love over fear is essential to our path.Understanding the Yeshua and Lucifer SelfWithin each of us are two aspects:* The Yeshua Self is aligned with Divine will, love, and peace. It seeks unity and trust.* The Lucifer Self clings to control, fear, and separation. It thrives in division and the illusion of dominance.Rather than rejecting one and clinging to the other, we are called to recognize when we are operating from our Lucifer self and gently guide ourselves back into the light.Resurrection as a Process of AwakeningResurrection is not a single event; it is an unfolding journey of consciousness:* Descent: The movement into form and ego identity.* Awakening: Recognizing our higher nature and stepping into our true path.* Realization: The return to Divine consciousness.We may experience many mini-resurrections in life—each moment we choose awareness, presence, and truth, we realign with our highest self.What Do You Wish to Contribute?We are invited to consider: What are we contributing to life?* Are we creating and engaging with love, presence, and peace?* Or are we lost in distractions, judgments, and fleeting pursuits?By being mindful of our words, actions, and energy, we can step into conscious creation rather than reactive existence.Key TakeawayBoth light and the void are our sacred teachers. When we recognize our Yeshua and Lucifer selves as part of our growth, we stop resisting and begin to flow with divine balance. Through conscious choice, we return—moment by moment—to our authentic selves.Reflection:Each time we choose love over fear, presence over distraction, and peace over division, we resurrect into our truest self.Next Steps: Read & Listen

Do you know all the New Seven Wonders of the World? The list was officially finished in 2007 because there is just one wonder currently still standing from the old list: the Pyramids of Giza. The new wonders have their secrets. The mighty Taj Mahal, for example, can change color. And more than half of all the construction in Machu Picchu was done underground, so you can't even see it. Read more: https://brightside.me/wonder-places/t... #brightside Credit: Taj Mahal Sunset: Muhammad Mahdi Karim, Stitching assisted by Benh, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Christ the Redeemer: Dkoukoul, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Al khazneh: Susanahajer, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Great Wall: Aaron Zhu, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Llama: Richard H. Moore, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Machu Picchu: Pierre André Leclercq, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Christ the Redeemer: Donatas Dabravolskas, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Cristo Redentor: Claudio Mariano Vaz, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... The Taj: Niketa Singh, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Taj Mahal: Rabe!, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Summary: The Spectrum of Spirit (Pages 227-251)We often think of light and darkness as opposites, but what if they are not in conflict at all? This chapter explores how the light and the void are complementary forces, working together in perfect balance to support our spiritual growth.Key Themes:* The void is not something to fear but rather a space of limitless possibilities and transformation.* Light and the void are interconnected parts of creation, and embracing both is essential for spiritual evolution.* We are both of the Creator and creators ourselves, holding the divine spark within us.* The mastery of this reality comes from recognizing that we are the dreamers of our lives, able to consciously create rather than live in reaction.* We are in a time of great change, and our choices will shape the future. Navigating this transformation with trust and surrender allows for greater peace.* The balance of masculine and feminine energy is key to our collective evolution.Exploring Fear: The Void vs. The LightWe are asked to reflect: What do I fear more? The Void or the Light?* Fear of the Void often relates to issues of safety, security, control, failure, judgment, and abandonment.* Fear of the Light is more about self-worth, trust, deservingness, and fear of rejection.* The void and light are not opposing forces but rather two aspects of the same truth.* If our fear is about the outcome, it often points to resistance toward changing our personal narrative.* If we fear losing control or surrendering to truth, we are already evolving beyond the illusion of self.Spiritual Evolution and Environmental ResponsibilityThis chapter also highlights our responsibility to Gaia, the Earth, as an integral part of our transformation.* Our disconnection from the natural world creates imbalances that must be healed.* True service involves holding the light for others, offering guidance without expectation, and contributing to the healing of our collective consciousness.Key TakeawayThe light and the void are not opposing forces but work in harmony. The void, though often misunderstood, is a space of limitless potential where transformation begins. By embracing both, we align with our highest spiritual path.Reflection:When you find yourself in the void, call the light to you. When you stand in the light, welcome the void. Either way, you are exactly where you need to be.Next Steps: Read & Listen

Have you ever thought of turning your hobby into a business? Join us as we unlock the journey of Candice DeWitt, the owner of Stitch and Skein, whose passion for fiber arts led her to create a beloved yarn shop in the heart of downtown Marion. Discover how Candice juggled her full-time job while establishing her brand, offering Ohio-made indie dyed yarns and farm-to-stash products sourced from local farms. Get inspired by the vibrant community she's cultivated through open stitch sessions that have become a local hub for crafting and companionship.Candice takes us through the challenges and triumphs of launching her own business, sharing insights about managing inventory and setting up her online store. With nearly four years under her belt, she candidly discusses the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and the unexpected joys that come from teaching and engaging with her community. From beginner classes to advanced workshops, Candice reveals how fostering a supportive environment has been key to her shop's success and her own personal fulfillment.We also explore the strategic marketing efforts that have put Stitch and Skein on the map, both locally and online. Learn how Candice leverages social media, niche websites like Ravelry, and events such as the Heartland Yarn Adventure to attract a diverse customer base. Her story is a great reminder of the importance of diversification, community support, and perseverance in building a successful niche business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Candice's insights offer valuable lessons and encouragement for anyone looking to follow their passion.Guest Links:Facebook: facebook.com/stitchandskeinMain Street Reimagined:Facebook: facebook.com/MainStreetReimaginedThe Main Street Reimagined Podcast, Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqfkmF5bRH0od1d3iiYKs3oEn_gvMYk7NHenry Development Group:Facebook: facebook.com/henrydevelopmentgroupWebsite: www.henrydevelopmentgroup.comDeveloping News Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/33110524eb5c/developing-newsLuke Henry:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/luhenryFacebook: facebook.com/luke.henry.148#SmallBusinessSuccess #FiberArts #EntrepreneurLife #MadeInOhio #WomenInBusiness #ShopLocal #HandmadeWithLove #CraftCommunity #IndieDyer #YarnShop #SupportSmallBusiness #CreativeEntrepreneur #LocalLove #PassionToProfit #BusinessJourney #DowntownMarion #StitchAndSkein #YarnLovers #MakerMovement #HandmadeBusiness

Clarity—it's what so many of us constantly seek. We want to know. We want certainty. We want someone or something to tell us what to do, where to go, how it's all going to unfold. But here's the truth: when we feel lost, when we can't see or hear the answers, it's not because clarity isn't there. It's because we're either too impatient to receive it, or we're afraid of what it might reveal. We are rushing to force something that isn't ready to unfold, or we are resisting the truth that is already right in front of us.What if we stopped grasping and started trusting? What if we let go of control and allowed divine timing to do its work? In this offering, we explore how clarity isn't about predicting the future—it's about presence. It's about listening instead of panicking, surrendering instead of forcing. It's about understanding that our soul doesn't move in a straight line. We are reminded that clarity is not about having certainty over outcomes—it's about being in harmony with what is. And when we align with that, not only are we clear—we're free.This is Clarity, part 2, from The Freedom Transmissions.SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanLEARN MORE ABOUT LAURIE AND HOLD THE LIGHT* Substack: Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning Grossman* Laurie on IG: @laurie.gunning.grossman* Hold the Light on IG: Laurie Gunning Grossman* Affirmations Tool: Hold the Light CollectiveABOUT HOLD THE LIGHTHold the Light podcast aims to support and guide lifelong learners and light holders in deepening their connection to personal and spiritual growth. By providing a mix of information, application, and transformation, this show equips people with the tools and inspiration that can help expand and evolve their lives.THE HTL PODCAST CREW* Creator, producer, and host: Laurie Gunning Grossman* Co-producer and audio mixer/sound guru: Jonathan Grossman* Original music: Jonathan Grossman* Recorded and mixed: Night Shift Audio in Los Angeles, CAOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

This is a chapter about clarity.Having clarity – like where to go and what to do and how to do it – is something many of us constantly seek. Often, we just want answers. How many times have you said, “I just want someone to tell me what to do, or which direction to go in.”We learn in this chapter that asking for clarity is the request that the Divine most often receives from us. This teaching reveals how our relationship with clarity often becomes distorted by our impatience, our unwillingness to look at what is, and our resistance to accepting truths. In this chapter, we begin to understand that true clarity doesn't come from external validation or future certainty, but from our willingness to be present with what is and to trust in the divine unfolding of our path. It's like wearing spiritual glasses so that we can see the truth that's right in front of us.And it's having faith that the Divine always has our back.This is Clarity, part one. Click play to listen.___________________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

This is a chapter about the energy of MOVING MOUNTAINS.And it's summed up like this: “Love moves mountains.”Here we're going to explore how our perception of mountains — the things in our lives that feel like challenges or issues, both internally and externally — either keeps us stuck or allows us to move forward.Depending on who is looking at them, mountains could be related to health, finances, relationships, work, and other things that feel like a big figurative mountain to climb.The question is never about the mountain itself, but it's about the way we see it, the way we engage with it, and whether we are willing to align with the divine, who moves all things through love.We are being asked to bring our awareness to this since it affects us all—individually and collectively, both spiritually and physically.We're going to discuss three core themes: the power of perception in shaping our reality, the role of burdens and attachments in creating unnecessary mountains, and how divine love—not force or control—is the key to moving what seems immovable.We'll also talk about faith and how true transformation occurs when we stop resisting what is and start seeing through the eyes of love.This is the Power of Perception.___________________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

Show Notes: Intro - Knit Knit Knit - ~Preemie Blanket #2, on US6 (4mm), Fangirl Fibers 75/25 Superwash Merino Nylon in a One of a Kind colourway (437 yds), Forbidden Fiber Co Gluttony Sock Mini in a Purple colourway (150 yds), Unknown Yarn in a Green colourway (69.92 yds), Fangirl Fibers 80/20 Merino Nylon in the July 2022 Gilmore Girls Club S4 E1 “Ice Cream Queen” colourway (140 yds), Forbidden Fiber Co Gluttony Sock Mini in the Gold colourway (150 yds), Forbidden Fiber Co Gluttony Sock Mini in the Red colourway (135 yds), Bigfoot Yarn Company Wendigo Sock in the Flying Pink Elephants colourway (? yds), & Fangirl Fibers 80/20 Merino Nylon in the February 2022 Gilmore Girls Club S2 E20 “Lane's Drums” (? yds) ~Dami's 2024 Xmas Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Emma's Yarn Practically Perfect Sock in the Group Hug colourway ~FO #2 ~ Shortie Fingerless Mitts, on US3 (3.25mm), Malabrigo Metamorphosis Sock in the Amelie colourway (88 yds) Started on 22-January-2025 ~ Finished on 30-January-2025 ~ 8 days Flosstube - Begins at timestamp 5:50 FO #1 ~ Coffee Because Murder is Illegal by Notorious Needle Live & Dye LA 14 count Aida Bag - Aurora Borealis BeStitchMe Silk Truffle, Needlepoint Silk Hot Pink, & Treenway Silks Sterling Silver Started on 4-October-2024 - Finished on 18-January-2025 - 16 days ~Edinburgh Castle by Terra Luna Stitchery 25ct Easy Grid Lugana Called for DMC ~Oh Deer! by Satsuma Street Steel City Stitchers 16 count Aida - Black Pearl Called for DMC ~Gilmoreisms by Forbidden Fiber Co. Forbidden Fiber Co. 16 count Aida Zweigart - Casablanca Called for Forbidden Fiber Co. Floss ~Move Forward in Love by Modern Folk Embroidery Fortnight Fabrics 16 ct Aida - Hue Called for DMC floss & Threadworx Bradley's Balloons ~Winter in Stars Hollow by Katie Landis / The Black Needle Society 18ct White Aida Called for DMC & colour conversion by Forbidden Fiber Co. ~Taylor Swift Productive by stitchedbyliz Fiber on a Whim 16 count Aida - Presenting Lorelai Gilmore Colour & Cotton Cherry Fizz, Dark Indigo, & The Three Month Anniversary; Gentle Art Bubblegum; Forbidden Fiber Co. Wildflower; Mystical Diamond Art Captain Hook; Live & Dye LA Pretty Flamingo; & Gentle Art Faded Rose ~Jack's Stamp Collection by Katie Landis/The Black Needle Society Judesign 18 ct Zweigart Aida - Witchy Pink Called for DMC Yummies (our current favourite things) - ~Books With BNS ~ Nevermoor ~Luke's Hat ~Onyx Storm Misc. - ~I'm so excited to be a rep for The Black Needle Society Join TBNS Waitlist to be notified when you can subscribe. Save 5% on everything in The Black Needle Society Vault with the code JAVAPURL5 ~Support the Podcast, Become A Patron ~Support the Podcast, Join us on YouTube ~Want another way to help support our podcast? Throughout our website, links to books, tv shows, movies, etc. are Amazon Affiliate Links. We receive a portion of what you spend when you click through our website to shop on Amazon. What we receive helps us with the costs associated with producing this podcast as well as with prizes & shipping for giveaways. Thanks in advance for your support! If you are in the UK, please click this link, Amazon.co.uk, or the banner below to shop: If you are in Canada, please click this link, Amazon.ca or the banner below to shop: ~For any and all giveaways, prizes, competitions, ALs, etc. that we host, the winner(s) have 30 days from the date of announcement (the date the podcast episode in which the winner was announced goes live) to contact us to claim their prize or it will be forfeited. If this occurs, the prize will be used for another giveaway at our discretion. Thanks for understanding! Find Us Online - C.C. - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as CC_JavaPurl Dami - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as DamiMunroe Pink Purl (she/her) & Pumpkin Pom-Pom (she/her)- ~on Instagram as Pink.and.Pumpkin JavaPurl Designs ~ JavaPurl Designs website GGKCS - ~ our Facebook page ~ email us: ggkcspodcast@gmail.com ~ on Apple Podcasts ~ on YouTube ~ Support the Podcast, Become a Patron Until next time,

In this chapter, we explore the fundamental choice each of us faces — whether to align with our true divine nature, or what the text calls our "wheat-self," or remain trapped in the illusion of separation, our "chaff identity."Here's what we're exploring: our choices about how we connect to ourselves, others, and the divine either lead us toward authentic freedom or keep us bound in patterns of seeking and wanting. This chapter reveals that true freedom comes not from doing whatever we want, but from being what we truly are, our essence. It teaches us that healing happens through reintegrating lost aspects of self while learning to trust divine timing and support. We're being asked to look at this deeply because it affects us both individually and as a collective.As Yeshua tells us, "You are being freed to live a soul-based life." Get in the river and let the current take you.This is The Freedom of Being.___________________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

What's up, dreamers? In this episode, we're talking all things aesthetic—how to Frankenstein together your own unique vibe that's made up of all the cool things you love. We're mixing trends, inspiration, and you to create something that feels true to who you are. But, here's the catch: we're not just copying what we see, we're serving up authenticity every step of the way. Let's chat about how to stay grounded in your true self, while absorbing wisdom from the people you admire. This episode is a masterclass in curating a life that's all yours—no faking, just vibing.

The theme and focus of this chapter is taking a look at how we become trapped in patterns of wanting – constantly seeking external validation, possessions, and acceptance to feel complete. The offering here reveals how these very longings end up owning us through our fears and attachments. We are reminded of a fundamental truth we often forget: we already are whole and complete just as we are. We're reminded that true liberation comes not from acquiring more, but from releasing our attachments to external belongings and recognizing that we already belong to something greater: the Divine. Through this process, we can learn how to become free from the servitude of longing – which we discussed in the previous chapter. We become free from waiting for something outside ourselves to make us feel whole.This is The Liberation of Longing. ___________________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

Send us a textExploring Creative Entrepreneurship and Quilting with Tabatha SmithIn this episode of 'Measure Twice, Cut Once,' I welcome Tabatha Smith, also known as the Quilt Retreat Queen.  Tabatha discusses her journey of building a successful quilting business and the upcoming Quilted! Summit, a virtual event featuring 25 speakers sharing insights about quilting and creative business endeavors. The episode delves into her retreat center, Camellia Palms, her Quilt Queens Membership how it helps quilters finish their UFOs (unfinished objects), alongside discussing trends in the quilting industry.Be sure to grab your FREE ticket to Quilted! The Virtual SummitYazzii Bags - https://yazzii.com/Quilt Retreat Queen's Instagram Feed Camellia Palms Instagram Feed00:00 Welcome to the New Season01:29 Introducing Tabitha Smith: The Quilt Retreat Queen02:50 Exciting Events and Summits06:13 The Joy of Hosting Retreats09:09 Quilt Retreat Center Features13:39 Memberships and UFO Challenges18:10 Creative Freedom and Letting Go22:50 Business Partnership and Social Media25:02 Trends in Quilting28:23 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsWant to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills?Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation.For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show------------------------If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here.Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membershipFREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive courseALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodesWebsite - for more information on classes and quilting servicesFacebook - current projects and photosInstagram - current projects and photosPinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

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Tapestries for Troubled Times   The stitches of the Bayeux Tapestry fix the story of the Norman Conquest of England in our imaginations in an extraordinarily charismatic way. But nearly a thousand years later modern stitchers are picking up their needles to reframe their stories in just as powerful a fashion, showing that textiles can rewrite our histories.   The Bayeux Tapestry was created by women in an age of great violence and uncertainty. It became the defining narrative of the battle between Harold Godwinson and William, Duke of Normandy, for the throne of England that took place in 1066.   The Great Tapestry of Scotland - finished just over ten years ago is an incredible work that retells the story of an entire nation from its very beginnings. It shows that when women tell the story in stitches a very different kind of history emerges.     Neither work changes the facts – nothing does that - but both are demonstrations of the power of stitch to redefine how we see ourselves and give us different perspectives on events, which ones we find important and what we feel about them. This episode of Haptic & Hue is about the power of Tapestry, ancient and modern, to recreate and reframe our stories.   For more information about this episode and pictures of the people and places mentioned in this episode please go to https://hapticandhue.com/tales-of-textiles-series-7/.   And if you would like to find out about Friends of Haptic & Hue with an extra podcast every month, hosted by Jo Andrews and Bill Taylor – here's the link: https://hapticandhue.com/join/

Show Notes: Intro - Knit Knit Knit - ~FO #35 - Amanda's Birthday Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Up North Yarns Superwash 75/25 Merino/Nylon with It's Wednesday colourway ~FO #36 - Advent 2024 Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Woolens and Nosh Targhee Fingering in the 2024 Advent – Complimentary Cocktails colourway & Woolens and Nosh Targhee Fingering in the 2024 Advent Mini Skein colourway ~FO #37 - Advent 2024 Shortie Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Woolens and Nosh Targhee Fingering in the 2024 Advent – Complimentary Cocktails colourway & Woolens and Nosh Targhee Fingering in the 2024 Advent Mini Skein colourway ~Preemie Blanket #2, on US6 (4mm) ~Dami's 2024 Xmas Socks - Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Emma's Yarn Practically Perfect Sock in the Group Hug colourway Flosstube - Begins at timestamp 10:04 ~Oh Deer! by Satsuma Street Steel City Stitchers 16 count Aida - Black Pearl Called for DMC ~Gilmoreisms by Forbidden Fiber Co. Forbidden Fiber Co. 16 count Aida Zweigart - Casablanca Called for Forbidden Fiber Co. Floss ~Move Forward in Love by Modern Folk Embroidery Fortnight Fabrics 16 ct Aida - Hue Called for DMC floss & Threadworx Bradley's Balloons ~Winter in Stars Hollow by Katie Landis / The Black Needle Society 18ct White Aida Called for DMC & colour conversion by Forbidden Fiber Co. ~Jack's Stamp Collection by Katie Landis/The Black Needle Society Judesign 18 ct Zweigart Aida - Witchy Pink Called for DMC Yummies (our current favourite things) - ~Keychain from Dami ~Vlogmas/Flossmas/Holivlogs Misc. - ~I'm so excited to be a rep for The Black Needle Society Join TBNS Waitlist to be notified when you can subscribe. Save 5% on everything in The Black Needle Society Vault with the code JAVAPURL5 ~Support the Podcast, Become A Patron ~Support the Podcast, Join us on YouTube ~Want another way to help support our podcast? Throughout our website, links to books, tv shows, movies, etc. are Amazon Affiliate Links. We receive a portion of what you spend when you click through our website to shop on Amazon. What we receive helps us with the costs associated with producing this podcast as well as with prizes & shipping for giveaways. Thanks in advance for your support! If you are in the UK, please click this link, Amazon.co.uk, or the banner below to shop: If you are in Canada, please click this link, Amazon.ca or the banner below to shop: ~For any and all giveaways, prizes, competitions, ALs, etc. that we host, the winner(s) have 30 days from the date of announcement (the date the podcast episode in which the winner was announced goes live) to contact us to claim their prize or it will be forfeited. If this occurs, the prize will be used for another giveaway at our discretion. Thanks for understanding! Find Us Online - C.C. - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as CC_JavaPurl Dami - (they/them) ~ on Instagram as DamiMunroe Pink Purl (she/her) & Pumpkin Pom-Pom (she/her)- ~on Instagram as Pink.and.Pumpkin JavaPurl Designs ~ JavaPurl Designs website GGKCS - ~ our Facebook page ~ email us: ggkcspodcast@gmail.com ~ on Apple Podcasts ~ on YouTube ~ Support the Podcast, Become a Patron Until next time,

In today's episode, I want to offer some writing prompts based on the chapters we've covered so far in our book study series of The Freedom Transmissions.Since there is a lot of information and wisdom offered within these transmissions, I thought it would be helpful to take a pause and take some time to reflect on what you've discovered, realized, or learned so far. Basically, to write about what revelations have been brought into the light for you. This is a way to help integrate and embody the wisdom offered in the book.If you haven't yet read some of those chapters yet and you're going at your own pace, amazing. Just keep reading at whatever speed feels right to you. There's no pressure and no rules.For others who are up to date, take some time to answer the writing prompts I'm about to pose. When we write, pen to paper, it helps us to process and comprehend on a new level. This is something that I've been experiencing as I've been writing these podcast episodes.Journal Prompt # 1In the chapter, I AM Yeshua, we learn that we don't have to believe in Yeshua or have faith in Him to receive His Grace. We learn that we are all inherently divine and worthy. Can you remember a time when you truly felt like you were “some of the One.” Write about that time.Journal Prompt #2Which of the seven imbalances is strongest for you right now? Identify it and write about the ways that it's showing up for you in your life. And then write about what is the underlying energy beneath this imbalance? What fear-based stories are you telling yourself that keep you in this imbalance?Journal Prompt #3We've learned about the four chambers of the Sacred Heart: simplicity, stability, surrender, and stillness. These are four key energies to Peace, and it's our gateway to divine connection. Which energy is most challenging for you to embody right now? And what could you do to help you embrace it and welcome it?Journal Prompt #4In the chapter The Thread and Stitching of the Dreaming, we learned that we're energetically connected to everything and everyone – our connections exist beyond physical reality. And we learned that prior to going somewhere, our soul and spirit have already stitched us to the place and people there. This is the idea that our souls are already connected to future experiences and people before we meet them.Looking back at a significant moment in your life, write about the invisible threads that you can now see in hindsight that were weaving your path to that experience.Journal Prompt #5We've talked about voids, both individual and collective voids, and how they are opportunities for growth, not spaces to fear. How we navigate them is a big part of our evolution.Think about a time when you faced a personal Void—a period of uncertainty, change, or transition. Looking back, what did you learn about yourself during that time? And what transformation came from that experience?Journal Prompt #6We've learned that “What you belong to also belongs to you,” and how external seeking creates endless longing.Think about what you're stitched to right now in your life – do you want to belong to these people, places, things, belief-systems, and stories? If not, where will you focus first on letting something go that no longer serves you so that you can move deeper into your authenticity?Journal Prompt #7Reflect on areas where you might be suppressing your true self—through habits, fears, or external expectations. How can you cultivate Freedom over suppression, creating space for your authentic essence to emerge?Where and how are you your own oppressor in your life?Journal Prompt #8In the book, we learn that we are “not just in life but OF life.” How can you consciously shift your focus to plant seeds that align with your higher self and the legacy you want to leave in the year, and years, ahead? What seeds do you want to plant?Journal Prompt #9And finally, what do you need to have Faith in right now?___________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

This is a chapter about the energy of BELONGING.And it can be summed up like this: “What you belong to also belongs to you.”Here we'll explore how our choices about where we place our sense of belonging either lead us toward freedom or keep us bound in patterns of seeking and longing.We are being asked to bring our awareness to this issue since it's an issue that's prevalent both individually and collectively, internally and externally.We're going to discuss three core themes: the pull between the ego-self and the soul-self; true belonging vs. longing; and how discernment and making conscious choices is needed for our freedom.We'll also talk about influencers, branding, and what happens when we allow outer people and institutions to define us.This is the Servitude of Longing. Click the play button to listen. ⬆️___________________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

Sacred Seeds from Transmission 2: The Wheat and Chaff found in Part Two: The Freedom Transmissions, Pages ✨ 124-145In this chapter of The Freedom Transmissions, we are talking about how we reap what we sow — what seeds are you planting right now? Here I am reflecting upon the book from my own lens. I share only my own thoughts, learnings, and ideas._____________________The message of this chapter is: You reap what you sow.The question we are being asked to consider right now and in the years to come is: “Will I plant a seed of poison through blame and projection? Or will I plant a seed of light and kindness?”Because, we'll be answering to the seeds that we plant, within the void. We'll get into voids in this chapter as well.The questions we'll be considering now are: Will you choose Faith over fear? Forgiveness over blame? Or Freedom over Suppression?Much of this chapter is: how do you want to move forward in your life, right now? How will you show up for yourself, and what choices will you make? What is the legacy you want to leave? This is what we are putting our awareness on, right now.You don't have to be perfect – just be aware.This is why we are here in body, as we shift from the Old Era into the new. We've been preparing for this time over lifetimes.This is Sacred Seeds.___________________________WHAT TO FOCUS ON THIS WEEKHere's your focus until the next episode:

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We are taking a break from the book stuty to answer some popular, often asked questions about The Freedom Transmissions and Carissa Schumacher._____________________In this episode, we take a pause from the book study in order to go over some popular questions surrounding The Freedom Transmissions. In the next episode we will continue with the chapter, Sacred Seeds.Some of these questions are ones that people have asked me recently, and some of the questions were shared with me by Carissa Schumacher, who channeled this book. These are questions that have been posed to her in the past… and I'll share her answers to them, too.This is The Freedom Transmissions 101._____________________LISTEN TO ALL PUBLISHED EPISODES IN THIS SERIES*

Shades of Hope from Transmission 2: The Wheat and Chaff found in Part Two: The Freedom Transmissions, Pages ✨ 109-123In this chapter of The Freedom Transmissions, we are talking about the light forms of hope, the meaning of separation, and how the thoughts we think matters. Here I am reflecting upon the book from my own lens. I share only my own thoughts, learnings, and ideas._____________________Now we move into Transmission 2. Transmission 2 is called The Wheat and the Chaff and within this transmission, we begin with the chapter Shades of Hope.The shades of hope are the Light form or the shadow form of Hope. Whether it is light or shadow, they each have their own energy of hope.So, we'll talk about this and how our thought bubbles and fears are connected to it. How we choose to think about things matters.We'll also look at the power of originality, manifestation, the healthy side of separation, and how we are all here as soul's having a human experience.This is Shades of Hope. Please share this episode with anyone you think might be interested. ↘️___________________________To start, there's something I want to highlight — something that Yeshua addresses at the top of this chapter.In these transmissions, Yeshua's offerings cover many different topics and thoughts, and depending on where you are in your life, some will resonate, some will not. As a matter of fact, you might not even remember having read some words, passages, and paragraphs when you pick up the book a second or third time.This is a phenomenon I've heard many people say, and it's one I've experienced as well. Like I'll open the book to a random page and read something I don't even remember having read before. So Yeshua basically says that this will happen because it all depends on where our awareness is placed on any given day or moment. He says, “Oftentimes in My Offerings, I like to liberate several different birds with one stone. That is why, as you listen to the Offering, depending on where you are in your soul's evolution, you can hear and experience very different revelations at different times.”So in this chapter, we don't actually get to talking about hope until later in the chapter … although, of course, everything that's discussed does connect and relate to one another.We begin by continuing the conversation around the wheat and the chaff, which we previously talked about in the chapter on The Thread and the Stitching of the Dreaming. Essentially the wheat is our soul, spirit, and consciousness; the chaff is our body, form, and matter. While the chaff has worth, our wheat IS worth.We already talked about the two representations of separating the wheat from the chaff: one is through death, when our body returns to the earth and our soul returns to Spirit; and the other is separating from anything that doesn't resonate or align with our evolution, like our imbalances.Here we are reminded that the word “separation” isn't negative.While yes, there is a shadow form of separation — like feelings of disconnect, comparison, or unworthiness — there's also a light side of separation. For instance, separation can create choice, it can create an identity that is independent from the outer world, and it can create space between you ego and your spirit self.Some examples of separation in it's light form could be times that you remove yourself from conflict to ground yourself; it could be letting someone go with love; it could be taking space from issues so that you can discern what matters to you; or it could be unstitching from behaviors or distorted thoughts that keep you in density. It's separating the truth from a story.It's also having the awareness of separation between your soul and your body. And in that space of separation, is where you can access that vast invisible field of infinite possibilities. I believe that it's here where we create and pull forth our dreams and co-create with the Divine. So, in this case recognizing that you are consciousness in form, but you're not limited to your body, is a really great application of separation. You've heard that quote: “We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.”So, we're being called to treat our bodies well and to be grounded, because our souls have chosen to be here right now, in our world. We are being encouraged to move away from things that keep us in density, as it says in the book, “the next joint, the next credit card, the next car, the next ‘teacher,' the next ‘therapist,' the next creative idea you never follow through on, the next excuse, the next complaint, the next cookie.” And to know when enough is enough:.___________________________One of the most important aspects of separating the wheat from the chaff is our ability to separate our consciousness from thoughts that create dissonance.Yeshua says in this chapter, “Though I fully understand the challenges of life as a human be-ing, I am continuously baffled by how often you allow the most inconsequential, transient thoughts and worries to consume you.”If and when we find it hard to disentangle ourselves from dense, limiting thoughts — like, “I hate my body,” or “I'm doomed to never making enough money,” or “This world is out to get me,” this is a time to give it over and ask for help from the Divine. Because if we don't take space from this thought, it can quickly consume us.It's helpful to be able to start to notice our thoughts throughout the day, with as much neutrality as possible. Just notice and witness, as if your thoughts are in a thought bubble floating by. As spiritual guide Byron Katie teaches in her famous four questions, when you have a dissonant thought, ask yourself this:1. Is it true?2. Can you absolutely know that it's true?3. How do you react when you believe that thought?4. Who would you be without the thought?___________________________So right now we are in an era of our soul, the “soul that lives in Balance, transparency, fluidity, and co-creation.” As the book says, this is “not a time of the mind OR the heart. This is a time of the soul, the spirit.”Our souls are taking back their power from our minds.The wheat is our need, and the more we can be aware of our thoughts, and release attachments to our thoughts that make up the story of who we think are, the more our “unmet need for Peace is met.”And here's something to be aware of: the majority of “fear-based, repressive, suppressive, or oppressive thoughts or ideas that we have are not always ours to own.” Meaning, our thoughts don't often come from us: they slip in from the outside. We've taken on the thoughts of others throughout our life, including family, friends, partners, school, communities, and work. As it says in the book, many thoughts “are fed to you or manipulated by outside influences.”We learn that if we don't have an inner process of “discernment, awareness, witnessing, and taking healthy separation from the ‘yours and mine,' it can poison you with doubt, which then leads to distortion, reactions, and the administration of the poison to others, like a virus infecting a host.” We learn something dissonant, we believe it, and then we pass it on. And the more we feed these thoughts through our worry, panic, anger, or need to control, the more power these thoughts will have over us.This is why it's important for us to have healthy boundaries around what we read, watch, listen to, or the circles of people that we keep. It's important for us to be aware of protecting our brain and energy space. It's important to have separation.It's important to have awareness and curiosity on how thought forms slide into our heart, mind, and soul.Allowing others to dictate how we think and feel, while easy to fall into, is deeply unoriginal.So how can we move into originality? First it's to be aware of our connection to a greater consciousness.I want to read this passage on page 118 which speaks to originality and creation:“Original thought and original God-anointed mantles come through slow evolution, gestation, and birthing of something fom the realm, the space, the Void of infinite possibilities. You pluck a possibility, an original idea or concept, stitch to it, gestate it, and, when ready, it comes to your awareness, it reveals. Your heart Lights and then your mind takes whatever this seed, this concept, is, and it begins to move it into realization and manifestation. That is original creation — that does not come from form — it comes from the space of Spirit, from the wheat, and flows outward into the world.”Sounds amazing, right? However, sometimes what happens it that we takes this inspired idea that we've plucked from that vast infinite field of possibilities, and we try to shove it into unoriginal structures. We try to place it in something that fels safe, like following guidelines of what's been done before. However, as it mentions in the book, “authentic creativity merits authentic structures.” So, we are now being encouraged to get out of the “rut of complacency” and to start co-creating — with originality — within the realm of the Divine.There's one more passage I have to read because it's one that I think of often, and it's what encouraged me to create this book study of The Freedom Transmissions on this podcast:“If you wish to be original, instead of striving for the macro, the more and more, the glistening of fame and power, first strive for less and less. Refine your message, concept, expectations, and the true essence of your service. With patience and allowing, you will be well on your way. The structure that is simple, original, and fulfilling of unmet needs instead of filling your ego's wants will reveal itself naturally from there. That is true Divine originality manifest within you.”___________________________Back to the idea of bringing awareness and curiosity on how thought forms affect us. This is going to bring us into the shades of hope.So to live our lives from our wheat — our soul — and not just from our chaff, or body, we are being asked to bring awareness into our daily moments. Awareness is the first step to transforming and rebalancing our mind — and to move us deeper into living in our authentic, original design.The biggest thing that is being asked of us here? It's to seek to be ourselves.When we allow fearful thinking such as anger, worry, panic, dissatisfaction, ingratitude, it keeps us from living in the present moment. Instead we find ourselves trying to control the future while letting oursleves be dictated by the past. Essentially, we are in a loop where past predicts our future. In these moments, we are a “fly in the Web of Life,” instead of being a spider.We are living the same stories, feelings, triggers, and thought patterns over and over. Until… we wake up, stop the cycle, and move ourselves into present-moment awareness.As author and researcher Joe Dispenza says, the “best way to predict the future is to create it, not from the known but from the unknown.”This is where hope comes in. Depending on how you express it, hope can either be a wonderful energy when used in the present, or it can be a massive burden when projected out of the present.When focused in the now, hope can catalyze healing and balance. An example the book gives is, to say, “In this moment, I am hopeful and full of hope for humanity.” Or, “I have hope that even though this relationship is ending, all can be left in harmony, compassion, and kindness.”But then when hope leaves the present and is rooted in the past (which are regrets) or the future (which are wants), you may find yourself saying something like, “I hope this person will change for me,” or “I had hope that things would have worked out better for me in my life.”Dead hopes, like regrets, are burdens. True hope “restores vitality [and] inspiration.”Hope that is moved out of the present and is projected into the future, and becomes about tomorrow or want, is in its shadow form of expectation. For example, “If you use [or buy] this, you will be this…” or “If you earn this amount of money, THEN you are worthy.”As you can see, the shades of hope, light or shadow, depend on if hope is in the present, or in the past or future.And we learn that the Divine has hope: the Divine hopes that we will be ourselves. That we separate oursevles from what everyone wants us to be, say, or do. Or even what our mind wants us to be — so that we can be the original soul and spirit that we are.___________________________As we come to the end of this chapter, we are left with a question from Yeshua. He asks,“Do you hope that God is with you or know that God is with you?”Sit with this question because within it is a rite of passage. Is it the question that moves us from “personal identity to Transcendence, wheat-identity.”To quote, “When you know, to the depths of your be-ing, that God is with and within you, it is easy to hold hope in the present and release all expectations, for you have all you need, which is God. Within the Light, all things are possible.”As for hope, this is a time for us to restore our hope in its “true Divine Essence, which is rooted in Grace, compassion, and sincerity.” Such as “I hope God is with this ill person and [their] family;” “I hope society recognizes this kind person.” or “I hope to see my family for the holidays this year, and that we are all healthy and happy.” This is hope in kindness and love.As it says in the book, “Choose the hope that flows from Faith. When hope becomes a Prayer for joy, not just for you, but for all, the Earth moves. “___________________________Here's your focus until the next episode:

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