Contents

Acknowledgment1

Author's Note: My Journey into Awakening-Why I Wrote This Book3

Introduction: Which Voice Am I Listening To?11

Chapter 1: Awakening19

Chapter 2: Awareness29

Chapter 3: Acceptance35

Chapter 4: Weevils and Wheels-The Banquet Table of Life43

Chapter 5: Purpose and Vision61

Chapter 6: Living an Inspired Life-Where Are You Heading and Why? 67

Chapter 7: Intention and Focus: Energy Follows Thought75

Chapter 8: Learning to See the Invisible91

Chapter 9: The Universe Rewards Action, Not Thought99

Chapter 10: When Goals and Beliefs Collide 115

Chapter 11: The Dynamics of Choice 127

Chapter 12: Pain Is Inevitable, Suffering Is Optional 141

Chapter 13: Comfort Zone and Creating a New Familiar 151

Chapter 14: Overcoming Your Own Resistance163

Chapter 15: The Power of a Positive Focus169

Chapter 16: The Gratitude Conclusion177

Appendix: Exercises and Resources187

About the Author205