INspired Action Journal -A Law of Attraction Publication of Bliss Studios LLC
Demonstrating what inspiration feels like so you can more readily recognize it and make your choice.
The Wise Fool Process of Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump. The mere mention of this name instantly conjures images of found love at the Reflection Pool and exhilarating phrases like "Run, Forrest, Run."
The movie "Forrest Gump" is fine example of conscious storytelling. This 1994 film is so universal and timeless that it already stands beside "The Wizard of Oz" (1939) as a beloved classic.
But what exactly is it about the character Forrest Gump that grabs our heartstrings?
I believe it is because the audience inherently recognizes "The Wise Fool" that he is.
What on earth is "The Wise Fool," you say? This is a character who is markedly different from others, considered to be flawed, not normal by society standards. But there is wisdom. The Wise Fool consistently chooses to accept the flow, in a child-like manner, moment by moment. Look at the movie and the definitionl is spelled out for you.
Gump is "flawed" by the world's standards. He is accused from an early age of being "stupid". He's too pollyanna, naive, gullible, too trusting, plain stupid. Yet, watch his magnificent story unfold... and see how he subtly infuses others with hope. It is dazzling to watch everyone rise to his simple, child-like ease of being.
Gump's quality of ease and positive expectation naturally causes Law of Attraction (LOA) to match him up with one rich life experience after another. And it happens effortlessly. Athletic prowess, college scholarships, introductions to heads of state, public recognition (which he shrugs off), the opportunity to help his fellow soldiers, more public acclaim (for which most enjoys ample amounts of Dr. Pepper soda,) an excuse to see the country on foot, the love of family, friends, wife, child and great wealth which he easily flows towards the family of a dead friend, keeping a promise, 50/50.
Everything goes Gump's way because he relaxes, he expects things to be okay. He doesn't struggle with Life, he allows it.
Forrest Gump, The Wise Fool, gives people the benefit of the doubt. He responds naturally to his life experience with joy or anger for a short while. But he lets loose so easily. Gump does not flail about, struggle, or hold grudges. He goes with the flow, knowing everything is turning out alright. He is IN the Vortex, as Abraham says.
Sometimes John and I will say to each other, "Let's Gump It." It is the Forest Gump Process.
One such moment when we say to each other "Let's Gump It" is when we see our friends struggle very hard in life. Someone has convinced them that life is a struggle. They have been convinced that their survival depends on the approval of others, or the forced action of getting something or getting somewhere. Sometimes we sigh as we see friends make a "career" of complaining about a person, place or thing. It is particularly strange that they often do not yet see they are struggling. But they will. Eventually, it will get big enought that they have to say, " Oh, boy what am I doing. I am complaining, I am criticizing. I am struggling. I am defeating me. I gotta stop that."
You simply can never truly be happy when you insist on complaining or criticizing any person, place or things. "Just Gump It."
We are all meant to float in Life, like feathers in the wind. Take it from Forrest Gump.
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Friday, March 12, 2010
Wanted: Conscious Storytellers
INspired Action Journal - A Law of Attraction Publication of Bliss Studios LLC
Demonstrating what inspiration feels like so you can more readily recognize it and make your choice.
Wanted: Conscious Storytellers
When you were little what was your favorite bedtime story? I bet that the answer comes fast. I bet that you laugh as you recall the feeling of sharing your most favorite story, with your favorite people.
I love stories and metaphors in all forms. Whether the story is offered thorough art, song, film, comedy, dance, science or casual communication, the act of using your imagination to capture the essence, the feeling place, is empowering. Stories allow us to discover, to reveal, to lift the veil. And I have noticed that the best stories have a way of allowing you to be distracted just enough, that you may actually awaken to something about you or your perspective.
I enjoy the storytelling and films of M. Night Shyamalan. He is the writer and director of films such as "Sixth Sense," "Signs," and "Lady in the Water." In these movies, my favorite part is the moment when the character finds out who he really is. Who could forget the moment when Reggie realizes exactly why he is pumping iron only the the right side of his body? Goosebumps! Or how about when Merrill discovers exactly what "swing away Merrill" means? Ah, revelation. Or, when Malcolm realizes ... well, I won't spoil it for those who have not yet seen the movie.
Self-Discovery is a magnificent thing. I have noticed that every day is filled with "a-Ha!" moments. As I relax, trust and allow Law of Attraction to line things up for me, I assume greater clarity. Sometimes that means a Flawed Premise occurs to me, and I have the distinct pleasure of welcoming the Natural Premise into my life. Sometimes, I have moments that knock my socks off In the Vortex as I realize who I really am. I laugh as I see a montage of personal moments of Source calling me to this awakening.
Don't you just love the feeling of clarity? Isn't is cool to feel the door open? And isn't the real thrill knowing "I did that. I closed that gap. I got IN the Vortex."
It is sweetness.
All it takes is a willingness to see your life as a story in the making. And you are the writer of your story. So...what pleasing story will you tell today?
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
Your Song: Harmony in Motion (Part 1)
Your Song : Harmony In Motion (Part 1)
“Sing a Song! Sing a Song! Sing a Song!” - Earth, Wind and Fire
“Sing, sing a song, let the world sing along. Don’t worry that it’s not good enough for any one else to hear. Just sing a song. ” – The Carpenters
Did you know that you have a song to sing? It is your expression and yours alone. Each and everyday, you express this song in the living of your life. Your song is evidenced in the way that you awaken each day, whether you bounce out of bed or slide out of bed. Your song is demonstrated in how you greet your family and the people you meet each day. Your song is woven in the way you work and play, live and love.
Your song has many components: there is melody, rhythm, tempo, harmony and blend. Let’s take a closer look at what these mean to you, moment by moment.
Your melody is like your attitude, your habitual emotional perception of the world. Are you the lilting optimist or the stop-and-start pessimist? It is helpful to know that your attitude is a kind of vibrational melody swirling around you as you move through your day. Everyone can feel it, and some perceptive ones can “hear” it. Does it sound and feel good to you?
The tempo of your song is how you proceed through life. Some fly, some flow, and it is all good. Whether it is the pace of the tortoise or the hare, choose what sooths you.
Your song has rhythm, too. And as any DJ will 411 you, it’s all about beats. What is your rhythm like: a salsa, a waltz, a krumper, a quick-step, a tango? Optimally, your beats sustain you in life, not beat you up.
Harmony is where your song gets really interesting. First, there is matter of Harmony with you and You. Second, there is Harmony with you and the people, places and things attract to you. Are you in harmony as you move through your life, segment by segment? Do you feel good in your skin no matter where you are?
INspired Action is to do what comes naturally. To sing your song, to live in harmony with your sense of goodness, inspired from your own heart is bliss. And the by-product of this choice, as Law of Attraction kicks, is the synchronicity of more intoxicating opportunities.
Knowing your components- melody (attitude), tempo (pace), rhythm (movement) and harmony (variety)- and refining them, is Inspired Action. It is so simple. Just Sing, Sing Your Song.
(Next time in the IAJ Part 2 Your Song: The Blending)
Copyright © SusanJoy Grieco
About forward/copy to others: please send the message in its entirety.
Our next live workshop is "Relationships: The Heart of the Matter" on Wednesday 2/10/10 by RSVP on website.
Relax… Everything’s Going Our Way!
SusanJoy Grieco
www.Bliss-Studios.com
“Sing a Song! Sing a Song! Sing a Song!” - Earth, Wind and Fire
“Sing, sing a song, let the world sing along. Don’t worry that it’s not good enough for any one else to hear. Just sing a song. ” – The Carpenters
Did you know that you have a song to sing? It is your expression and yours alone. Each and everyday, you express this song in the living of your life. Your song is evidenced in the way that you awaken each day, whether you bounce out of bed or slide out of bed. Your song is demonstrated in how you greet your family and the people you meet each day. Your song is woven in the way you work and play, live and love.
Your song has many components: there is melody, rhythm, tempo, harmony and blend. Let’s take a closer look at what these mean to you, moment by moment.
Your melody is like your attitude, your habitual emotional perception of the world. Are you the lilting optimist or the stop-and-start pessimist? It is helpful to know that your attitude is a kind of vibrational melody swirling around you as you move through your day. Everyone can feel it, and some perceptive ones can “hear” it. Does it sound and feel good to you?
The tempo of your song is how you proceed through life. Some fly, some flow, and it is all good. Whether it is the pace of the tortoise or the hare, choose what sooths you.
Your song has rhythm, too. And as any DJ will 411 you, it’s all about beats. What is your rhythm like: a salsa, a waltz, a krumper, a quick-step, a tango? Optimally, your beats sustain you in life, not beat you up.
Harmony is where your song gets really interesting. First, there is matter of Harmony with you and You. Second, there is Harmony with you and the people, places and things attract to you. Are you in harmony as you move through your life, segment by segment? Do you feel good in your skin no matter where you are?
INspired Action is to do what comes naturally. To sing your song, to live in harmony with your sense of goodness, inspired from your own heart is bliss. And the by-product of this choice, as Law of Attraction kicks, is the synchronicity of more intoxicating opportunities.
Knowing your components- melody (attitude), tempo (pace), rhythm (movement) and harmony (variety)- and refining them, is Inspired Action. It is so simple. Just Sing, Sing Your Song.
(Next time in the IAJ Part 2 Your Song: The Blending)
Copyright © SusanJoy Grieco
About forward/copy to others: please send the message in its entirety.
Our next live workshop is "Relationships: The Heart of the Matter" on Wednesday 2/10/10 by RSVP on website.
Relax… Everything’s Going Our Way!
SusanJoy Grieco
www.Bliss-Studios.com
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