Lily Farewell
Dear Everyone, Because our dear dogs are such regular fixtures in our lives, and mean the world to us, I thought you should know that this morning our dear Lily Bernadette Lemontine has crossed over and is no longer with us. I am so sad today. A somewhat misshaped... read moreHow to be at Ease
What facilitates a state of “being at ease?” Live from the inside out. Let’s learn to develop calmness and a feeling of inner expansion. Calmness invites focus, self awareness, energy, intelligence into our experience. Bliss is not going to knock on our front door and... read moreHow can we Embrace the Positive and Negative Sides of Life
Change your outlook on change. This is ‘big picture’ thinking. While major upheavals in life can be challenging, you still need to view adversity as change, not as loss and failure. Humans develop resiliency through change, both physiologically and emotionally. It is... read moreChange our Suffering to Joy
We manage our suffering rather than coming to terms with it and moving through it. Instead we manage our suffering. There will always be suffering. We suffer when we don’t fully live through the present moment, feel the pain of it (if there is pain) and embrace it. ... read moreAffirmations that help you develop resiliency and strength
Grief From Loss My Heartache fills my entire body today, but I know the love I have for this person who has crossed over is far greater than my heartache. From this day forward, each time I feel my heart ache from the absence of this person, I will focus on the love... read moreFeeling Supported
Last weekend at Maryland Dancesport Championships, it occurred to me that most of the time we need to rely on faith to know we are supported and guided by the Divine. Lately, I’ve been doing my fair share of risky death drops, backbends, nosedives and dips at... read moreEnlightenment is a Process
Although “enlightenment” means awakening to our God-self within, it is a word with a lot of nuances. It suggests that spirituality is a destination we reach after we achieve a state of spiritual wonder, or a reward for having trekked a specific number of times to... read moreDance With Joy
With the advent of the new year, I’m reflecting on all my experiences from the ballroom dance world. It was less about winning, more about dwelling in joy and gratitude, and learning to invite a spiritual exchange with the Divine. The purpose of the entire universe is... read moreThought for the Day: Never Hide Your Light
Many people feel it is humble or saintly to diminish their capabilities and talents, but there are passages in the Bible that tell us otherwise. Because we are all unique and beautiful creations of the Divine, we should never ‘hide our light under a bushel basket.’ ... read moreBooks For Africa
At Books For Africa, education is the great equalizer in the world, and books are the foundation of a strong educational system. For many children in Africa, books are a gift of hope. Most have never owned a book of their own and in classrooms,10-20 students share one textbook. Books For Africa gives containers of books to rural school libraries, orphanages, adult literacy programs, and community resource centers. Charlene is helping to forward the culture of literacy and empowering the next generation of parents, teachers, and leaders in Africa by donating books
Operation Paperback
Operation Paperback is a national, non-profit organization, whose volunteers collect gently-used books and send them to American troops overseas, as well as veterans and military families here at home.
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What if you viewed every challenge in your life as an opportunity for personal and spiritual growth?
Now more than ever, as the world becomes increasingly complex, you need to find meaning in chaos, disappointment, difficult family relationships, and work stress. Changing your perspective on everyday problems is a matter of self-discipline and awareness of the divine spirit within you! These affirmations help train your mind to consciously create the life you desire. Seven power lessons and 323 affirmations make it easy for you to hone your self-image into a beautiful, triumphant gem.
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Positive change at the level of consciousness is to re-imagine your own divinity and feel one with humanity. It begins when you release your suffering and emotional charges and learn to embrace life in the present moment.
Book Awards
Award-Winner in the 'Best New Spirituality book' category of The 2012 USA Best Book Awards
Award-Winner in the 'Religion: Christian Inspirational' category of The 2012 USA Best Book Awards
Award-Winner in the 'Religion: Christianity' category of The 2012 USA Best Book Awards
Award-Winning Finalist in the 'Best Cover Design: Non-Fiction' category of The 2012 USA Best Book Awards, sponsored by USA Book News
Silver Nautilus Award for Spirituality/Religion in the Western Tradition
BIO
Charlene is the best-selling author of The Oneness Gospel, Let Your Goddess Grow! and The Women’s Book of Empowerment. She is a frequent guest author and media guest, teaching people to search within to create a personal journey to joy. An ordained Minister of Spiritual Peacemaking, and a blessing giver trained by the Oneness guides from Fiji and India, she helps awaken individuals from all walks of life to the magnificence of their own gifts.
Her book The Oneness Gospel: Birthing the Christ Consciousness and Divine Human in You won a Nautilus Award for its contribution to global awakening and interfaith approach to seeking truth.
