Thank you, I have been a follower of Dr Joe, I am about to embark on complete change, so as to heal my lung cancer, I am refusing mainstream, because I know I can heal. I am trying to fundraise so i can do the workshops in person. Thanks so much @Kristin Collier
Can’t wait until I can attend a live event. Until then, I’m listening to as many videos as possible and doing the online progressive workshop videos now. Love it!
Wonderful! I'm leading a free workshop on joyful healing tomorrow and in December. Check it out here for more information and to register: www.collierconnections.com/free-workshop-registration
Thank you for making the time to leave your appreciation! I hope to see/hear from you again soon, @mas45890. Love the sharing the positive vibes with you!
Only a few minutes in and I feel you capture what the retreats are like so well! I love feeling so grateful and joyful for my life. It’s not all easy stuff, but worth it times a million. Love you!!❤
@TiffanySoulbird, I just checked out your channel and blog (sweet!!) -- love it and subscribed. I welcome you to subscribe here and sign up for my newsletter www.collierconnections.com/newsletter . Love your energy too and look forward to seeing more of you!
PURE LOVE and LIGHT to you. I'm so excited I found you today!!!! I'm on a sober journey lol spiritual journey more like it. But I'm truly believing that I can get off methadone for pill addiction I was addicted for 20 year's. And I've been feeling like I just know and do not want this junk in my body anymore. So today I decided to do my research and dive deep into the reason I was once an addict. I'm a true believer that meditation has helped so far and I'm even more excited now that I've found you!!!! Namaste💖💖🙏
Hello, new friend! Your comment moved me so much that it became a practice of joy just to be present with the magnitude of this decision you've made, your enthusiasm, and the wonder that I may, in my small way, get to support it. I sat there awhile just breathing and opening my heart with tears falling. Namaste to you, truly. I respect your path to the fullest. And if I can ever send you a little more love, sign up for my Newsletter at www.collierconnections.com. I put my whole heart into that, too.
Wow. To brace myself on the fact that this was the first comment I seen after watching this video, just gives me the cold chills. I am so glad I ran into @KristinCollier, too! What a breath of fresh air and joy and love. You can just feel the sincerity and passion just watching her. I have tried meditation for 6 months now with not much success. I’m not sure what I am doing wrong. I am almost finished with breaking the habit of being yourself audible. I listen to Dr. Joe all day everyday. What a brilliant man filled with intellect and love. His brain just woes me. I want so badly to join in on all of this work. It is so overwhelming not knowing where to start. I really wish there was like a day by day guide to his breaking the habit of being yourself. Like a 90 day schedule or workbook. Because I listen to chapter after chapter and then I’m not sure what to do with the info. I have changed my lifestyle, and everything about myself in the past 10 years. I too, am on a very similiar medication. And I want it out of my body. My doctor is not supportive of me “getting off of my medicine”. I was told I would need to take it for the rest of my existence and I refuse. So I weaned myself from 2 tablets a day to 1/16 of one. I have tried so hard to go longer and longer between each dose. It’s so hard. I have now took it upon myself to find my way out. This isn’t the only reason I yearn to learn to use his teachings effectively. I have three kids that deserve a better version of myself as I am now. Although, I have already came a long way from where Am was, I am stagnant at this moment. And I just want my children to have a chance to learn his work early (much earlier than myself) so that they aren’t 38 before they realize they are in control of their joy and honestly their complete entirety if I can somehow learn myself and then pass this down.
@@missmandee4733 , wow!! I'm so glad to hear from you, and such a powerful story. I hear the determination in your writing -- you are becoming your present-future self and leaving the past self behind, at all costs. I am so impressed with the way you've pursued this and getting down to 1/16 of one! I am behind you all the way. And, I AGREE with you ... I did not find ease in parsing out doable practices for my waking hours from Dr. Joe's books either. When I made my own inspired by my understanding of what he and others put forth (I have 20 years experience in the behavior science field and teaching Nonviolent Communication), I decided, after healing my own body, that I would refine and share them. I would love to help you in the Joy Collective! We are starting our annual core series soon, and are running a holiday sale (code HOLIDAY for 25% off). And I would not want money to be an object. If you're committed to being there, I will make it possible. www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series Scholarships are available. Drop me a message on my website at the bottom of this page: www.collierconnections.com/services Here is community, doable practices, and a reminder of the science behind it. I hope you sign up for my newsletter on the site too and I hope to see you in class!
@@missmandee4733 how amazing to see your comment as well. I'm so so proud of you and I send love that your doing amazing on your journey. We are blessed to have found Kristin Collier and each other!!!💖 I'm a true believer that the source energy and/or universe brings people into each others lives!! I'm doing great on my journey and I've found that a few packs of herbal tea with valerian helps so so much with the sweats and uncomfort all of course while listening to Dr Joe, and Kristin😁Any sleepy time tea. It's a new process but a wonderful one. I also had to remind myself that I was an addict for 20years, so a few more weeks on tapering down is gonna be cake lol.😁 But most importantly the help of beautiful Kristin Collier and Dr Dispenza!!! Thank you so so much you are in my personal prayers. I appreciate how you explain thing's Kristin I love the way you speak, and you as a person! Pure love and light always💖 Remember to be proud of yourself, your doing it. Just look at how far you have come!! Love always new friend's!!
He is a physician. His testimony was so powerful. So nice to meet you. If your interested have a community formed after Marco. Most often 2 daily meditations. If you would like to join in send me a message. Will send you the WhatApp group.
You look so grateful and happy ! You are so blessed to have the resources to follow Dr.Joes retreats ! I have been doing his meditations off of RUclips for about two years now and I pray that someday I will be able to purchase more of his medications and maybe be able to testify as you have how this science of God has done for You! I’m on SSI and I’m ok , I have what I need for now but I pray 🙏 to meet Dr.Joe in person someday soon ! God Bless You and thank you for sharing ❤
Hello, Christmas! Thanks so much for sharing about your journey! Did you know that scholarships are available to support people like you who are committed to the practice? Here's a link. givetogivefoundation.org I hope to see you at a retreat someday! And also, scholarships are available for the work I do too. Would love to see you in the Joy Collective. Our annual core series begins in January. You can contact me at the bottom of this page here www.collierconnections.com/services#page
I’ve been following Dr. Joe for several years. I have similar health situation to what you had. Mines been getting worse over the last while. I try to meditate every day but the pain makes it impossible to stay with for long. I’m 71 and afraid this is the end for me. I can’t travel. Actually I don’t even have a passport. I seem to be at a loss. I watch Dr. Joes stuff every day. I attempt various of his meditations . The pain ( possibly from an arachnoid cyst on my spine), is eating me up. Help!
Oh my gosh. I remember feeling such excruciating pain that when I put my attention on it, tears just fell and fell. If you're feeling anything like that, my heart goes out to you. It's really confusing when the "cause" is unclear. I'm glad you're watching my videos, and I hope you subscribe. I will be doing a series just on my healing soon. I hope that's helpful. I clarified a number of practices that helped me that I now teach in the Core Alignment with Joy series. I invite you to sign up for my newsletter here www.collierconnections.com/newsletter and to pop over to my blog on that site to see articles on the topic that have been in the newsletter. The bottom line is in feeling better -- maybe not "great" for some time, but focusing on thoughts and feelings that feel incrementally better and better. It's possible to access new highs in meditation, then to grow into them in our conscious lives. This is a win regardless of the cause of our pain. And evidence is mounting that this treatment alone, if it becomes more and more consistent, will "cure" a wide range (Dr. Joe says any, and that's arguable) of maladies. I'm in your cheering section, Bob! Please keep me as an ally. I believe in you.
I liked, but haven't shared. Don't know right now who to share it with. I'll save the video. Thanks for your inspiration! Oh, I've been following Dr Joe off and on for almost a decade and I know I need to go all in to change my life. It is imperative.
Aww, Michael, my heart is warmed to see how you found a way to contribute to my work. Thank you for saving the video. I'm so happy it speaks to you and that we are companions on the journey. I fully trust your path and know that when it's the perfect fit for where you are in life, you will go all in with the Dispenza work.
You are going to have a blast, Tina! But your own commitment daily is what matters the most. You are changing your body, your mind, and your life for the better!
Hurray! I'm excited for you in your journey. You might try Meet Up for an in-person group. I offer a weekly class with a wonderfully supportive community on Zoom, if you want to check that out, too. I definitely encourage you to sign up for my newsletter here. :) www.collierconnections.com/newsletter
I agree with you, Josephine, about the focus of his meditations. So happy you have had powerful experiences with meditation as well. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and I hope to see you one day in the Joy Collective!
Thank you for your testimony. Dr Joe is a wealth of wisdom. He is helping so many but unfortunately I attended only one week long in Toronto a few years back. Had challenges laying on floor ( one knee) and felt overloaded with info. The music with meditations was too loud for me and thus drowned out his talking therein. Not complaining to you just didn't know how to get beyond these technicalities. Sorry for going on. Hope you don't mind. So glad that your experience put you in a wonderful renewed place. Bleeding you.
Hi, Linda! Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I'm sorry to hear that it was harder rather than easier for you to receive his work in person. I appreciate your comment here because it's not a cult, and I like it when folks see that there are a wide variety of ways that we might feel about it, including the logistics which it sounds like you found most challenging. I welcome you to sign up for my Newsletter here www.collierconnections.com/newsletter. Would love to connect more and see if anything I offer could be a support.
💖🙏🙏 wow the emotions your comment gave me😢😁 nothing but happy tears of course!! Thank you new friend. I'm super excited to learn more from you and thank you again for all the loving energy, as I send you beautiful love and light from my heart. I'm definitely getting signs that I'm on the right path. From your lovely comment to the amazing beautiful bird sitting on the very tip top of the tree right outside just looking at me having silent conversation. Gratitude, is it today. I'm definitely signing up for your news letter. Namaste new friend💖🙏
Receiving your love and light with gratitude. Thank you! I have full faith in you and respect for your way. You are making it easy for yourself by taking in the love that is given all around you, having conversations with that dear bird, seeing the gifts. I'm so happy to hear this.
@29itsmemanda, I've been thinking of you. I wanted to write to tell you that I would love to help you in the Joy Collective! We are starting our annual core series soon, and are running a holiday sale (code HOLIDAY for 25% off). And I would not want money to be an object. If you're committed to being there, I will make it possible. www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series Scholarships are available. Drop me a message on my website at the bottom of this page: www.collierconnections.com/services Here is community, doable practices, and a reminder of the science behind it. I hope to see you in class!
Awww! Thank you! And, as they say, the beauty we see in others comes from a deep knowing of it in ourselves. I am grateful and honored that you watched and enjoyed! Come check out my newsletter at www.collierconnections.com. Would love to send you some love and joy there too!
He didn't heal himself solely with meditation. He did listen to his inner guidance and followed his own path. He had a lot of assistance in his healing.
Don't we all, Joyce! Well said. And meditation isn't a fit for everyone. That's one of the reasons I developed the practices I did, as they don't center on meditation but are different ways to direct our thought consciously. And you name one of the most important pieces ... listening to our inner guidance. Thank you for your insight!
Question about AFU.Do I have to have my own transportation from the airport to the event? I'm asking because at the Cancun event (week long) transportation is provided free by Dr Joe organization. Thank you.
I’m looking for a community of people that follow Dr Joe also, so I can discuss, compare and learn how to meditate and behave all day in gratitude etc. Thanks so much for your reply. Lana 🙏
Hmmm ... for Dr. Joe specifically, you could try looking for a "Meet Up" group. I'm involved in a few groups, and I find none as satisfying as the Joy Collective because we meet and practice weekly. (It's my group through Collier Connections, www.collierconnections.com ) We've been practicing and expanding our practice in Priming, for example, which is drawn from Dr. Joe's work and is something I've broken down and expanded on using behavior and brain science. We have done these meditations altogether and then discussed, etc. weekly for over the past month. Different topics every week, all on expanding consciousness and in alignment with Dr. Joe's work. Such an amazing, vulnerable, and uplifting group of folks from all around the world. If that interests you, let me know.
Thank you so much for asking! It's been an amazing year with a book in the works. You can check out my blog and subscribe to my newsletter at www.collierconnections.com. More videos are in the works in the next several months!
So glad to hear you've committed to meditating with Dr. Joe! Are you looking for a meditation group specifically or a group that lives by many of the practices he's speaking of in the conscious realm (i.e. changing thoughts to change your feelings/vibration)?
So appreciate your sharing!!! Yes ,I've been meditate 🧘♂️ Joe's method. Amazing 👏 🙀 😯 Shaking is a sure sign you body is off loading all your old crap!! I had kundalini awakening 3x,s I totally understand your excitement 😊. Shake it away You will.never go back See the new version of you. Namaste 🙏 👋
Thank you, Mark! I appreciate your sharing too! I agree with you on the shaking. Isn't that a trip, though? My body gives me other signs too that it's in deep, and I appreciate it because I know stuff is happening. Thanks so much for leaving me a note and I hope to see you on here again soon!
Glad to hear you discovered dr. Joe. His retreats are awesome. I did not want to leave after seven days. Quick question- How much was the Advance Follow-up? I am looking forward to attending one in Texas October 2023. Sending much love - Vivian
What a great video to find--thank you! Two questions--do you think the Progressive Online can be as beneficial as the retreat in person? And do you use a meditation from Dr. Joe primarily or did you create your own for everyday use/practice?
I'm glad you enjoyed it @reginaclarke1574! In answer to your questions ... No doubt the in-person Progressive is more beneficial because for one thing, the vibe of thousands of people primed for joy is amazing. Is it worth the money to go considering that you get the online Progressive for free if you go to a weeklong in person? In my opinion, no. I'd rather sink my money into a week of amazing vibes and get the Progressive as a bonus. There are way more opportunities that open up for folks once they've been to a week-long too (online community, more contact with Dr. Joe, Advanced Follow up option). Not the case with Progressive, as I understand it. Secondly, I used many of Dr. Joe's meditations and still do. I make my own as well. Some of these are on this channel. But the most beneficial thing I did in terms of everyday practice is to create and use practices that changed my thinking. These helped me heal completely and have helped many others heal their bodies and relationships. I accept new students into live classes twice a year and the following few days is one of those times. If you want more information or to chat (free) by phone, email me at kristin@collierconnections.com. Thank you so much for making the time to comment and ask!
i have been doing dr. joes meditations for 5 months now. i'm hoping to go to a weeklong soon. Cross your fingers. you do look so happy and you are very encouraging. love
@CynthiaEnlighten, I'm cheering you on! I love your commitment. That will carry you through, regardless of when that weeklong comes. And when it does ... look out! You will be such a force of love, giving and receiving!
That was an awesome brief. I’m hoping Joe will come back to Canada at a time when I am able to att3nd. I can sort of relate to your previous medical story. I have burning pain from ne k to legs and neuropathy in my legs.There is an arachnoid cyst on my upper back that I think is the cause of my ongoing , increasing situation. I have been reading Dr. Joe’s books, you tube interviews, and meditations. I understand his material. Harnessing that feeling of already being whole is eluding me. I find it hard to meditate at times when the pain is so overpowering. I am 71, been married 35 years. On fixed incomes so haven’t got the money . Plus have no passport. I know Dr. Joes been in Ontario before. I’m sure he will be again when I am ready. Do you have any suggestions?
Absolutely! Good for you for staying with it! The Give to Give foundation can cover both scholarships and airfare. Here is their website: givetogivefoundation.org I look forward to meeting you there one day!
Also many have healed themselves at home just by doing the blessing of the energy centres meditation…. There are lots of testimonials if you look on his RUclips channel
I am very interested in your group but since it is already in progress, should I wait until the next one starts. Also wanted to inquire about at scholarship, since I am on a fixed income. Thanks, I just started with meditations and have listened to a lot of Dr. Dispenza and am so excited to be on this path.
Hi, Jan! The last possible time to jump in on the series is Thursday 2/2/23 at 10 a.m. PST. If you want to, drop me a message on the contact form at the bottom of this page at least a couple hours before that. www.collierconnections.com/services We can definitely set you up with a scholarship. So glad to hear you are doing the work!
@@collierconnections Shoot, I just am seeing this. Also not seeing the contact form. Let me know how to proceed, since I will probably miss today. Thanks for prompt reply.
Hi, Indika! You have asked at the perfect time as we begin the Core Alignment with Joy series live on Zoom in January. The folks in the Joy Collective who have been together for over 9 months now started here to get the foundational learning. Here's a link to check it out (testimonials are at the bottom of the page). Let me know if you have any questions and thanks for asking! www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series
Ah, and now I'm just realizing you said "Joe Collective," and I don't know of one of those. I was speaking of the "Joy Collective" where we practice many skills inspired by and pointed to by Dr. Joe Dispenza, further developed by me. These are skills relating mostly to conscious, day-to-day life rather than meditation. I share ways that I apply these skills in my other RUclips videos.
Hi, Yvonne! Thanks for asking. It's the Joy Collective that has met weekly since completing the Core Alignment with Joy series. It's an amazing group of folks from all over the world doing amazing work. These series are held live in January which is coming right up. Here is a link for more information. It contains some testimonials at the bottom and the course is satisfaction guaranteed. www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series
Thank you so much!!! Could you tell me how many people typically attend a follow-up retreat? Is it jam packed? I wonder how everyone can lie down and fit in an area 🙂
You are so welcome! In the 3 I've attended, the numbers have been around 1300-1600 people and the layout is very similar to that of the weeklong. I always sit on the end of the aisle so I can set up my lay-down along the edge where there are fewer folks. All the best, and I hope to see you at a future retreat or on my channel again.
when i was 16 i lost the majority of my hair due to stress at my parents home. it never grew back fully and ever since i suffered from it. do you think joe dispenza's meditation practice could heal my body from something that has been so lon gpart of my life?
I've seen people heal things from further back. For clarity on that and inspiration, I suggest you google Dr. Joe Dispenza's testimonials. You might even look at alopecia (or whatever your diagnosis is) to see if there are similar stories. Always eye-opening!
@@TheSunshinefee , the work I did in learning to direct my thoughts was as crucial as the meditation itself. I share my practice in our annual Zoom Core Alignment with Joy series that starts next week, and scholarships are available. There's room in the Thursday morning class (PST). Message me or sign up here www.collierconnections.com/services
@jillgaumet8416, you are not alone. Many folks are drawn to the work of Dr. Joe but don't really love his voice, style, or approach in its entirety. I trust you will take what you want and leave the rest. That's what I've done. If you'd like to join me at a free Zoom workshop using the tools I've created in conjunction with a background in behavior science and Compassionate (a.k.a. Nonviolent) Communication, here's the link. www.collierconnections.com/free-workshop-registration-698-1-1 It's coming up in the next couple weeks, and I'd love to meet you there!
The fee for this one, including breakfasts, lunches, and snacks was about $1100. You can look up current fees for upcoming events here drjoedispenza.com/collections/in-person-events
I understand. The good news is that you can dive deep right where you are. The vast majority of my healing I did at home without even attending the event. Do the events make it easier to keep my momentum up and to get a big boost? Sure. Are they necessary? No. I trust you will find the way that is just perfect for you, Kami!
I know! I found that confusing at first too. But I've had some crazy magical ways that the events literally paid for themselves once I made a commitment to go, and for the right reasons. I've heard these stories over and over. I don't think Dr. Joe is magic, I think we all are much more than we know and discover ourselves through the work. The scholarships can be so helpful too (see my other reply to your comment).
Not certain what the rest of your sentence about money is, but I'm guessing it's something like, "Dude, it's all about the money." Let me know if I'm off! If that's it, I'd say, "Are you sure?" Because people are getting scholarships and going for free and people are healing themselves regardless of what they paid. In fact, people are healing themselves by checking out his books from the library and doing the work in their living rooms. I think it's about a new life and new way of being. And that takes investment of time and resources, one of which could be money. I'm satisfied with the value I've received. How about you?
So you couldn’t use your arms or neck. You couldn’t do anything and it sounds as though you were bed ridden but you could drive 13 hours! ? Do you get paid for this video?
Sorry for the confusion. February-July I couldn't use my arms and neck, sometimes fully bedridden, other times able to hobble around and barely grasp a pencil. I started doing Dr. Joe's meditations in July. By the following February (7 months later, meditating multiple times daily), I was able to drive barely, a huge accomplishment, to the event. I appreciate that you raised the question, and I plan to do more videos to clarify. Also, I appreciate the opportunity to share that I did NOT get paid to make this video and will note that in the description, too. Many thanks!
While I certainly can appreciate what the Dr. has done and is doing, I can't help but feel a touch of dislike for the money he collects in doing so. Not that he shouldn't make a profit from his work and the expenses incurred, but that it seems to me he overcharges for his services. It is fine that he travels the world to help others. But again, it just rubs my fur the wrong way when anyone charges money to help another find the Peace of God within themselves. I'm sure that those that attend feel it was money well spent. I myself would feel ashamed if I asked for more money than what it took to 'feed the 5000'.
James, I thank you so much for bringing your concern to the forefront. I love it when people are honest and transparent! I have shared some of your concerns in the past, especially as I clarify for myself how I want to conduct my own business. What I can now report is that I absolutely get my money's worth AND there are scholarships available for those who can't afford to come. The Give to Give Foundation is not offically Dr. Joe, but is related and has supported countless folks in attending. The price for the event is $1100. Meals alone (3 breakfast, 3 lunch, about 8 snacks) costs at least $120 I'd say. They are higher quality foods presented buffet style. We are being served by staff and volunteers and/or listening to Dr. Joe for about 36 hours total. That averages about $27/hour. This is not counting prep or the energy it takes to organize or register folks for the event. Dr. Joe works with us himself close to 10 hours a day. And this is not factoring the cost of the venue, staffing, etc. I think his pricepoint is quite good. I do agree with you that he is supporting us in accessing what we always-already have access to. But if you think about it, we pay good money to learn to be a plumber, a mechanic, a doctor ... and these are things most of us have the capacity to do. He is putting a tremendous amount of life energy into this work. Probably most of his waking hours. I cannot comment on whether he gets paid "too much" for this work. It is enough for me to know that his work is accessible to all, that I find it worth every penny, and feeling grateful for every ounce of energy he puts into it. I have my life back because of what he showed me. And if I hadn't figured out where the lightswitch was, I could stumbled around in the dark the rest of my life. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to hear your thoughts on this and for providing a space to share mine!
Thank you, I have been a follower of Dr Joe, I am about to embark on complete change, so as to heal my lung cancer, I am refusing mainstream, because I know I can heal. I am trying to fundraise so i can do the workshops in person. Thanks so much @Kristin Collier
@soarhightodayworkshop, I'm so happy you will give Dr. Joe a try! There are scholarships available here: givetogivefoundation.org/about/
Can’t wait until I can attend a live event. Until then, I’m listening to as many videos as possible and doing the online progressive workshop videos now. Love it!
@melissadimoush8196, I'm sure you are on your way! I started with the Progressive online too! Thanks for watching!
It's me @4:55! So great to meet you at the event Kristin! TY for spreading joy!
Heck yeah, it's you, Andrew! Thanks! Love your inspiration and companionship. So happy to be on the path with you!
Yes I’m a Dr. Joe follower! My son (16) and I are working on his healing process 🙏🏽💚
Wonderful! I'm leading a free workshop on joyful healing tomorrow and in December. Check it out here for more information and to register: www.collierconnections.com/free-workshop-registration
That was helpful- thank you . I’m brand new to Dr Joe’s work and these experiences help me understand how to get started.
I'm so glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much for your feedback 🌸 just love this positive vibe you are sharing✨✨✨
Thank you for making the time to leave your appreciation! I hope to see/hear from you again soon, @mas45890. Love the sharing the positive vibes with you!
Only a few minutes in and I feel you capture what the retreats are like so well! I love feeling so grateful and joyful for my life. It’s not all easy stuff, but worth it times a million. Love you!!❤
Aww! So happy to hear this! I agree with you that it's worth it times a million. Gratitude and love for you as we walk this path together. :)
Thank you for sharing.... your energy is so uplifting and just feels like "truth." 🙏🏾💕
@TiffanySoulbird, I just checked out your channel and blog (sweet!!) -- love it and subscribed. I welcome you to subscribe here and sign up for my newsletter www.collierconnections.com/newsletter . Love your energy too and look forward to seeing more of you!
Lately I’ve meditating, the morning meditation, golove and uinspire me and there have been great changes!
Sooo exciting to hear!! Bravo, keep it up!
PURE LOVE and LIGHT to you. I'm so excited I found you today!!!! I'm on a sober journey lol spiritual journey more like it. But I'm truly believing that I can get off methadone for pill addiction I was addicted for 20 year's. And I've been feeling like I just know and do not want this junk in my body anymore. So today I decided to do my research and dive deep into the reason I was once an addict. I'm a true believer that meditation has helped so far and I'm even more excited now that I've found you!!!! Namaste💖💖🙏
Hello, new friend! Your comment moved me so much that it became a practice of joy just to be present with the magnitude of this decision you've made, your enthusiasm, and the wonder that I may, in my small way, get to support it. I sat there awhile just breathing and opening my heart with tears falling. Namaste to you, truly. I respect your path to the fullest. And if I can ever send you a little more love, sign up for my Newsletter at www.collierconnections.com. I put my whole heart into that, too.
Wow. To brace myself on the fact that this was the first comment I seen after watching this video, just gives me the cold chills. I am so glad I ran into @KristinCollier, too! What a breath of fresh air and joy and love. You can just feel the sincerity and passion just watching her. I have tried meditation for 6 months now with not much success. I’m not sure what I am doing wrong. I am almost finished with breaking the habit of being yourself audible. I listen to Dr. Joe all day everyday. What a brilliant man filled with intellect and love. His brain just woes me. I want so badly to join in on all of this work. It is so overwhelming not knowing where to start. I really wish there was like a day by day guide to his breaking the habit of being yourself. Like a 90 day schedule or workbook. Because I listen to chapter after chapter and then I’m not sure what to do with the info. I have changed my lifestyle, and everything about myself in the past 10 years. I too, am on a very similiar medication. And I want it out of my body. My doctor is not supportive of me “getting off of my medicine”. I was told I would need to take it for the rest of my existence and I refuse. So I weaned myself from 2 tablets a day to 1/16 of one. I have tried so hard to go longer and longer between each dose. It’s so hard. I have now took it upon myself to find my way out. This isn’t the only reason I yearn to learn to use his teachings effectively. I have three kids that deserve a better version of myself as I am now. Although, I have already came a long way from where Am was, I am stagnant at this moment. And I just want my children to have a chance to learn his work early (much earlier than myself) so that they aren’t 38 before they realize they are in control of their joy and honestly their complete entirety if I can somehow learn myself and then pass this down.
@@missmandee4733 , wow!! I'm so glad to hear from you, and such a powerful story. I hear the determination in your writing -- you are becoming your present-future self and leaving the past self behind, at all costs. I am so impressed with the way you've pursued this and getting down to 1/16 of one! I am behind you all the way. And, I AGREE with you ... I did not find ease in parsing out doable practices for my waking hours from Dr. Joe's books either. When I made my own inspired by my understanding of what he and others put forth (I have 20 years experience in the behavior science field and teaching Nonviolent Communication), I decided, after healing my own body, that I would refine and share them. I would love to help you in the Joy Collective! We are starting our annual core series soon, and are running a holiday sale (code HOLIDAY for 25% off). And I would not want money to be an object. If you're committed to being there, I will make it possible. www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series Scholarships are available. Drop me a message on my website at the bottom of this page: www.collierconnections.com/services
Here is community, doable practices, and a reminder of the science behind it. I hope you sign up for my newsletter on the site too and I hope to see you in class!
@@missmandee4733 how amazing to see your comment as well. I'm so so proud of you and I send love that your doing amazing on your journey. We are blessed to have found Kristin Collier and each other!!!💖 I'm a true believer that the source energy and/or universe brings people into each others lives!! I'm doing great on my journey and I've found that a few packs of herbal tea with valerian helps so so much with the sweats and uncomfort all of course while listening to Dr Joe, and Kristin😁Any sleepy time tea. It's a new process but a wonderful one. I also had to remind myself that I was an addict for 20years, so a few more weeks on tapering down is gonna be cake lol.😁 But most importantly the help of beautiful Kristin Collier and Dr Dispenza!!! Thank you so so much you are in my personal prayers. I appreciate how you explain thing's Kristin I love the way you speak, and you as a person! Pure love and light always💖 Remember to be proud of yourself, your doing it. Just look at how far you have come!! Love always new friend's!!
He is a physician. His testimony was so powerful. So nice to meet you. If your interested have a community formed after Marco. Most often 2 daily meditations. If you would like to join in send me a message. Will send you the WhatApp group.
I am so grateful for telling your testimony🙏🏻
Thank you, Carla! I appreciate you watching and sharing your gratitude!
I love us & the community!
It feels so good to be part of a community that is focused on finding the best feeling and most aligned path forward. I'm so happy you're a part, too!
Thank you for posting. I really want to go now. It’s on my 2023 to do list.
How wonderful, Annie! I hope to see you at an event in the future!
I am looking forward to my first Advanced Follow Up.
So exciting! You are going to love it!
I love your help and clarity sharing
Thank you so much, @damianfcosta! I'm so glad you enjoy what I have to offer here. :)
You look so grateful and happy !
You are so blessed to have the resources to follow Dr.Joes retreats ! I have been doing his meditations off of RUclips for about two years now and I pray that someday I will be able to purchase more of his medications and maybe be able to testify as you have how this science of God has done for You! I’m on SSI and I’m ok , I have what I need for now but I pray 🙏 to meet Dr.Joe in person someday soon ! God Bless You and thank you for sharing ❤
Hello, Christmas! Thanks so much for sharing about your journey! Did you know that scholarships are available to support people like you who are committed to the practice? Here's a link. givetogivefoundation.org I hope to see you at a retreat someday! And also, scholarships are available for the work I do too. Would love to see you in the Joy Collective. Our annual core series begins in January. You can contact me at the bottom of this page here www.collierconnections.com/services#page
Looking forward to seeing you at an event in 2023
For sure! Likewise, Mindee!
Inspiring, thanks. My husband and I are going to the Dallas AFU next month and I appreciate the enthusiasm you have for it.
I hope he had so much fun, and that it was meaningful in every way.
Thank you very much for sharing this information. ❤️🙂🙂🙂
You are so welcome! I'm grateful for your gratitude. :)
I’ve been following Dr. Joe for several years. I have similar health situation to what you had. Mines been getting worse over the last while. I try to meditate every day but the pain makes it impossible to stay with for long. I’m 71 and afraid this is the end for me. I can’t travel. Actually I don’t even have a passport. I seem to be at a loss. I watch Dr. Joes stuff every day. I attempt various of his meditations . The pain ( possibly from an arachnoid cyst on my spine), is eating me up. Help!
Oh my gosh. I remember feeling such excruciating pain that when I put my attention on it, tears just fell and fell. If you're feeling anything like that, my heart goes out to you. It's really confusing when the "cause" is unclear.
I'm glad you're watching my videos, and I hope you subscribe. I will be doing a series just on my healing soon. I hope that's helpful. I clarified a number of practices that helped me that I now teach in the Core Alignment with Joy series. I invite you to sign up for my newsletter here www.collierconnections.com/newsletter and to pop over to my blog on that site to see articles on the topic that have been in the newsletter.
The bottom line is in feeling better -- maybe not "great" for some time, but focusing on thoughts and feelings that feel incrementally better and better. It's possible to access new highs in meditation, then to grow into them in our conscious lives. This is a win regardless of the cause of our pain. And evidence is mounting that this treatment alone, if it becomes more and more consistent, will "cure" a wide range (Dr. Joe says any, and that's arguable) of maladies.
I'm in your cheering section, Bob! Please keep me as an ally. I believe in you.
I liked, but haven't shared. Don't know right now who to share it with. I'll save the video. Thanks for your inspiration!
Oh, I've been following Dr Joe off and on for almost a decade and I know I need to go all in to change my life. It is imperative.
Aww, Michael, my heart is warmed to see how you found a way to contribute to my work. Thank you for saving the video. I'm so happy it speaks to you and that we are companions on the journey. I fully trust your path and know that when it's the perfect fit for where you are in life, you will go all in with the Dispenza work.
I am six months in. I can't wait to experiece a week long retreat.
You are going to have a blast, Tina! But your own commitment daily is what matters the most. You are changing your body, your mind, and your life for the better!
Thanks for sharing amazing!
Thank you so much, Tina! :)
I am a Dr. Joe Dispenza follower! I have not gone to any of the live meetings yet. I am looking for a support group in Raleigh, NC.
Hurray! I'm excited for you in your journey. You might try Meet Up for an in-person group. I offer a weekly class with a wonderfully supportive community on Zoom, if you want to check that out, too. I definitely encourage you to sign up for my newsletter here. :) www.collierconnections.com/newsletter
I have been to 14 days meditation I loved it. I also follow Joe and find his medication very focused ...thanks for sharing 💛
I agree with you, Josephine, about the focus of his meditations. So happy you have had powerful experiences with meditation as well. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and I hope to see you one day in the Joy Collective!
Thank you for your testimony. Dr Joe is a wealth of wisdom. He is helping so many but unfortunately I attended only one week long in Toronto a few years back.
Had challenges laying on floor ( one knee) and felt overloaded with info. The music with meditations was too loud for me and thus drowned out his talking therein.
Not complaining to you just didn't know how to get beyond these technicalities.
Sorry for going on. Hope you don't mind. So glad that your experience put you in a wonderful renewed place.
Bleeding you.
Hi, Linda! Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I'm sorry to hear that it was harder rather than easier for you to receive his work in person. I appreciate your comment here because it's not a cult, and I like it when folks see that there are a wide variety of ways that we might feel about it, including the logistics which it sounds like you found most challenging. I welcome you to sign up for my Newsletter here www.collierconnections.com/newsletter. Would love to connect more and see if anything I offer could be a support.
This is very exciting to hear about
So glad you enjoyed it!
Completely understand. Completely agree… thank you❤
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and making the time to leave a note. :)
💖🙏🙏 wow the emotions your comment gave me😢😁 nothing but happy tears of course!! Thank you new friend. I'm super excited to learn more from you and thank you again for all the loving energy, as I send you beautiful love and light from my heart. I'm definitely getting signs that I'm on the right path. From your lovely comment to the amazing beautiful bird sitting on the very tip top of the tree right outside just looking at me having silent conversation. Gratitude, is it today. I'm definitely signing up for your news letter. Namaste new friend💖🙏
Receiving your love and light with gratitude. Thank you! I have full faith in you and respect for your way. You are making it easy for yourself by taking in the love that is given all around you, having conversations with that dear bird, seeing the gifts. I'm so happy to hear this.
@29itsmemanda, I've been thinking of you. I wanted to write to tell you that I would love to help you in the Joy Collective! We are starting our annual core series soon, and are running a holiday sale (code HOLIDAY for 25% off). And I would not want money to be an object. If you're committed to being there, I will make it possible. www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series Scholarships are available. Drop me a message on my website at the bottom of this page: www.collierconnections.com/services
Here is community, doable practices, and a reminder of the science behind it. I hope to see you in class!
You are soooo BEAUTIFUL!🙏
Awww! Thank you! And, as they say, the beauty we see in others comes from a deep knowing of it in ourselves. I am grateful and honored that you watched and enjoyed! Come check out my newsletter at www.collierconnections.com. Would love to send you some love and joy there too!
He didn't heal himself solely with meditation. He did listen to his inner guidance and followed his own path. He had a lot of assistance in his healing.
Don't we all, Joyce! Well said. And meditation isn't a fit for everyone. That's one of the reasons I developed the practices I did, as they don't center on meditation but are different ways to direct our thought consciously. And you name one of the most important pieces ... listening to our inner guidance. Thank you for your insight!
Question about AFU.Do I have to have my own transportation from the airport to the event? I'm asking because at the Cancun event (week long) transportation is provided free by Dr Joe organization. Thank you.
In my experience, you have to find your own transportation. Uber and Lyft are happy to help!
@@collierconnections Good to know. Thank you
I’m looking for a community of people that follow Dr Joe also, so I can discuss, compare and learn how to meditate and behave all day in gratitude etc.
Thanks so much for your reply.
Lana 🙏
Hmmm ... for Dr. Joe specifically, you could try looking for a "Meet Up" group. I'm involved in a few groups, and I find none as satisfying as the Joy Collective because we meet and practice weekly. (It's my group through Collier Connections, www.collierconnections.com ) We've been practicing and expanding our practice in Priming, for example, which is drawn from Dr. Joe's work and is something I've broken down and expanded on using behavior and brain science. We have done these meditations altogether and then discussed, etc. weekly for over the past month. Different topics every week, all on expanding consciousness and in alignment with Dr. Joe's work. Such an amazing, vulnerable, and uplifting group of folks from all around the world. If that interests you, let me know.
How the journey going still? Would love an update after a year.
Thank you so much for asking! It's been an amazing year with a book in the works. You can check out my blog and subscribe to my newsletter at www.collierconnections.com. More videos are in the works in the next several months!
Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure! Thank you so much for watching!
Btw this is a wonderful video.
So grateful that it contributed and you made the time to share that!
Thanks for sharing I’ve been meditating with Dr Joe for about 2 months…
I’d love to find a Dr Joe group..🙏❤️
So glad to hear you've committed to meditating with Dr. Joe! Are you looking for a meditation group specifically or a group that lives by many of the practices he's speaking of in the conscious realm (i.e. changing thoughts to change your feelings/vibration)?
So grateful came across this! I was at the AFU in Nashville.
Were you? That's so awesome! I'm so happy to meet you here!
@@collierconnections - in NJ.
Thank you for sharing your experience!
My pleasure! Thank you for making the time to comment! :)
So appreciate your sharing!!!
Yes ,I've been meditate 🧘♂️
Joe's method.
Amazing 👏 🙀 😯
Shaking is a sure sign you body is off loading all your old crap!!
I had kundalini awakening 3x,s
I totally understand your excitement 😊.
Shake it away
You will.never go back
See the new version of you.
Namaste 🙏 👋
Thank you, Mark! I appreciate your sharing too! I agree with you on the shaking. Isn't that a trip, though? My body gives me other signs too that it's in deep, and I appreciate it because I know stuff is happening. Thanks so much for leaving me a note and I hope to see you on here again soon!
Love your energy! I attended my first event this past Sept in Niagara. Definitely plan on attending future events:)
Awesome! I heard Niagara Falls was bomb. I hope to see you again there or in the Joy Collective!
I'm a follower too😊 thank you
Yay! Wonderful to meet you.
Well said! I really enjoy your energy!
Thank you! I invite you to subscribe. I would love to hear more from you. :) Thanks for visiting and making the time to check in.
Glad to hear you discovered dr. Joe. His retreats are awesome. I did not want to leave after seven days. Quick question- How much was the Advance Follow-up? I am looking forward to attending one in Texas October 2023. Sending much love - Vivian
Hi, Vivian! That's right, he did say he'd do one in Texas in October. I hope to see you there! The one in Nashville was $1100 as I recall.
What a great video to find--thank you! Two questions--do you think the Progressive Online can be as beneficial as the retreat in person? And do you use a meditation from Dr. Joe primarily or did you create your own for everyday use/practice?
I'm glad you enjoyed it @reginaclarke1574! In answer to your questions ... No doubt the in-person Progressive is more beneficial because for one thing, the vibe of thousands of people primed for joy is amazing. Is it worth the money to go considering that you get the online Progressive for free if you go to a weeklong in person? In my opinion, no. I'd rather sink my money into a week of amazing vibes and get the Progressive as a bonus. There are way more opportunities that open up for folks once they've been to a week-long too (online community, more contact with Dr. Joe, Advanced Follow up option). Not the case with Progressive, as I understand it.
Secondly, I used many of Dr. Joe's meditations and still do. I make my own as well. Some of these are on this channel. But the most beneficial thing I did in terms of everyday practice is to create and use practices that changed my thinking. These helped me heal completely and have helped many others heal their bodies and relationships. I accept new students into live classes twice a year and the following few days is one of those times. If you want more information or to chat (free) by phone, email me at kristin@collierconnections.com. Thank you so much for making the time to comment and ask!
🥰🥰🥰😇Thanks!
You are so welcome and thank YOU for sharing your happy feelings about it!
Thank you for your lovely testimonial
Thank you, Pamela. I appreciate you taking the time to share your appreciation with me on a topic near to my heart.
i have been doing dr. joes meditations for 5 months now. i'm hoping to go to a weeklong soon. Cross your fingers. you do look so happy and you are very encouraging.
love
@CynthiaEnlighten, I'm cheering you on! I love your commitment. That will carry you through, regardless of when that weeklong comes. And when it does ... look out! You will be such a force of love, giving and receiving!
That was an awesome brief. I’m hoping Joe will come back to Canada at a time when I am able to att3nd. I can sort of relate to your previous medical story. I have burning pain from ne k to legs and neuropathy in my legs.There is an arachnoid cyst on my upper back that I think is the cause of my ongoing , increasing situation. I have been reading Dr. Joe’s books, you tube interviews, and meditations. I understand his material. Harnessing that feeling of already being whole is eluding me. I find it hard to meditate at times when the pain is so overpowering. I am 71, been married 35 years. On fixed incomes so haven’t got the money . Plus have no passport. I know Dr. Joes been in Ontario before. I’m sure he will be again when I am ready.
Do you have any suggestions?
Absolutely! Good for you for staying with it! The Give to Give foundation can cover both scholarships and airfare. Here is their website: givetogivefoundation.org I look forward to meeting you there one day!
Also many have healed themselves at home just by doing the blessing of the energy centres meditation…. There are lots of testimonials if you look on his RUclips channel
I am very interested in your group but since it is already in progress, should I wait until the next one starts. Also wanted to inquire about at scholarship, since I am on a fixed income. Thanks, I just started with meditations and have listened to a lot of Dr. Dispenza and am so excited to be on this path.
Hi, Jan! The last possible time to jump in on the series is Thursday 2/2/23 at 10 a.m. PST. If you want to, drop me a message on the contact form at the bottom of this page at least a couple hours before that. www.collierconnections.com/services We can definitely set you up with a scholarship. So glad to hear you are doing the work!
@@collierconnections Shoot, I just am seeing this. Also not seeing the contact form. Let me know how to proceed, since I will probably miss today. Thanks for prompt reply.
I just sent my email, so that will help me see our communication promptly.
I love to be in joe collective....pls let me know how to get connected to it. Thank you very much
Hi, Indika! You have asked at the perfect time as we begin the Core Alignment with Joy series live on Zoom in January. The folks in the Joy Collective who have been together for over 9 months now started here to get the foundational learning. Here's a link to check it out (testimonials are at the bottom of the page). Let me know if you have any questions and thanks for asking! www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series
Ah, and now I'm just realizing you said "Joe Collective," and I don't know of one of those. I was speaking of the "Joy Collective" where we practice many skills inspired by and pointed to by Dr. Joe Dispenza, further developed by me. These are skills relating mostly to conscious, day-to-day life rather than meditation. I share ways that I apply these skills in my other RUclips videos.
@@collierconnections thank you so much
What’s the name of the accountability group you mentioned? Hoping to go to my 3rd in Australia 🙏🏼
Hi, Yvonne! Thanks for asking. It's the Joy Collective that has met weekly since completing the Core Alignment with Joy series. It's an amazing group of folks from all over the world doing amazing work. These series are held live in January which is coming right up. Here is a link for more information. It contains some testimonials at the bottom and the course is satisfaction guaranteed. www.collierconnections.com/services/p/core-alignment-series
Thank you so much!!! Could you tell me how many people typically attend a follow-up retreat? Is it jam packed? I wonder how everyone can lie down and fit in an area 🙂
You are so welcome! In the 3 I've attended, the numbers have been around 1300-1600 people and the layout is very similar to that of the weeklong. I always sit on the end of the aisle so I can set up my lay-down along the edge where there are fewer folks. All the best, and I hope to see you at a future retreat or on my channel again.
This video is amazing. Loved it , thank you .
@@rosarioriascos7676 , so glad you liked it! Hope to see you here again soon. :)
when i was 16 i lost the majority of my hair due to stress at my parents home. it never grew back fully and ever since i suffered from it. do you think joe dispenza's meditation practice could heal my body from something that has been so lon gpart of my life?
I've seen people heal things from further back. For clarity on that and inspiration, I suggest you google Dr. Joe Dispenza's testimonials. You might even look at alopecia (or whatever your diagnosis is) to see if there are similar stories. Always eye-opening!
@@collierconnections thankyou
@@TheSunshinefee , the work I did in learning to direct my thoughts was as crucial as the meditation itself. I share my practice in our annual Zoom Core Alignment with Joy series that starts next week, and scholarships are available. There's room in the Thursday morning class (PST). Message me or sign up here www.collierconnections.com/services
My French cousin leads guided meditation sessions inspired by Dr Joe. I love her voice, but I'm not a fan of Dr Joe's. Even indirectly, it's amazing.
@jillgaumet8416, you are not alone. Many folks are drawn to the work of Dr. Joe but don't really love his voice, style, or approach in its entirety. I trust you will take what you want and leave the rest. That's what I've done. If you'd like to join me at a free Zoom workshop using the tools I've created in conjunction with a background in behavior science and Compassionate (a.k.a. Nonviolent) Communication, here's the link. www.collierconnections.com/free-workshop-registration-698-1-1 It's coming up in the next couple weeks, and I'd love to meet you there!
I am going january 2023
Awesome! You are going to have an amazing time!
Please tell the charges of this retreat
The fee for this one, including breakfasts, lunches, and snacks was about $1100. You can look up current fees for upcoming events here drjoedispenza.com/collections/in-person-events
I’ve been wanting to dive in so much deeper I’m avoiding country’s that require vax
I understand. The good news is that you can dive deep right where you are. The vast majority of my healing I did at home without even attending the event. Do the events make it easier to keep my momentum up and to get a big boost? Sure. Are they necessary? No. I trust you will find the way that is just perfect for you, Kami!
How does a normal person afford going to so many events? These must be already well off.
I know! I found that confusing at first too. But I've had some crazy magical ways that the events literally paid for themselves once I made a commitment to go, and for the right reasons. I've heard these stories over and over. I don't think Dr. Joe is magic, I think we all are much more than we know and discover ourselves through the work. The scholarships can be so helpful too (see my other reply to your comment).
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Not certain what the rest of your sentence about money is, but I'm guessing it's something like, "Dude, it's all about the money." Let me know if I'm off!
If that's it, I'd say, "Are you sure?" Because people are getting scholarships and going for free and people are healing themselves regardless of what they paid. In fact, people are healing themselves by checking out his books from the library and doing the work in their living rooms.
I think it's about a new life and new way of being. And that takes investment of time and resources, one of which could be money. I'm satisfied with the value I've received. How about you?
So you couldn’t use your arms or neck. You couldn’t do anything and it sounds as though you were bed ridden but you could drive 13 hours! ?
Do you get paid for this video?
Sorry for the confusion. February-July I couldn't use my arms and neck, sometimes fully bedridden, other times able to hobble around and barely grasp a pencil. I started doing Dr. Joe's meditations in July. By the following February (7 months later, meditating multiple times daily), I was able to drive barely, a huge accomplishment, to the event. I appreciate that you raised the question, and I plan to do more videos to clarify. Also, I appreciate the opportunity to share that I did NOT get paid to make this video and will note that in the description, too. Many thanks!
While I certainly can appreciate what the Dr. has done and is doing, I can't help but feel a touch of dislike for the money he collects in doing so. Not that he shouldn't make a profit from his work and the expenses incurred, but that it seems to me he overcharges for his services. It is fine that he travels the world to help others. But again, it just rubs my fur the wrong way when anyone charges money to help another find the Peace of God within themselves. I'm sure that those that attend feel it was money well spent. I myself would feel ashamed if I asked for more money than what it took to 'feed the 5000'.
James, I thank you so much for bringing your concern to the forefront. I love it when people are honest and transparent! I have shared some of your concerns in the past, especially as I clarify for myself how I want to conduct my own business. What I can now report is that I absolutely get my money's worth AND there are scholarships available for those who can't afford to come. The Give to Give Foundation is not offically Dr. Joe, but is related and has supported countless folks in attending. The price for the event is $1100. Meals alone (3 breakfast, 3 lunch, about 8 snacks) costs at least $120 I'd say. They are higher quality foods presented buffet style. We are being served by staff and volunteers and/or listening to Dr. Joe for about 36 hours total. That averages about $27/hour. This is not counting prep or the energy it takes to organize or register folks for the event. Dr. Joe works with us himself close to 10 hours a day. And this is not factoring the cost of the venue, staffing, etc. I think his pricepoint is quite good. I do agree with you that he is supporting us in accessing what we always-already have access to. But if you think about it, we pay good money to learn to be a plumber, a mechanic, a doctor ... and these are things most of us have the capacity to do. He is putting a tremendous amount of life energy into this work. Probably most of his waking hours. I cannot comment on whether he gets paid "too much" for this work. It is enough for me to know that his work is accessible to all, that I find it worth every penny, and feeling grateful for every ounce of energy he puts into it. I have my life back because of what he showed me. And if I hadn't figured out where the lightswitch was, I could stumbled around in the dark the rest of my life. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to hear your thoughts on this and for providing a space to share mine!