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Journals of Today

Part 1

Soap Opera

Healing Series

Copyright Year: 2008
Copyright Notice: by Dr. Leslie M Moore, Ph.D., Yogi

All rights reserved.

This book cannot be used, copied, and sold, without the Author’s permission.

*All Stories are completely fictional in nature.  Any Character similarities are based on pure Serendipity, Accident, and Divine Intuition. All Stories are Metaphysical, Imaginative, and Psychic Based.  

A large integration of Channeled parallel paths

Of the unknown,

Guided by God at the throne.

No one is ever alone.

Mystical Visions

Of intuition.

Dedication:

To my angels and Spirit Guides for allowing me to channel 24/7

Introduction:

Welcome to my Journal Therapy of Soap Opera stories. As a lover of Day time Soap Operas since teen years; I developed a concept of integrating the art of Yoga, Metaphysics, Discernment, Psychic Science, Angels, and Healing therapies into one Fictional based Book. This gives the book a unique twist of Mystical illusions from a counseling client perception.  I have practiced a lot of therapeutic remedies and one on one client counseling for the past eleven years. Most of my work has been non profit and no fee based during my learning stages, college, and research education. I hope you all enjoy this book as much as I did writing it. It brought a unique love, joy, and light to my writing experience.

Chapter One

“Louise Rose aka-Miss Headache”

Dear Psychoanalyst,

I hope this mind therapy works. I am not used to writing another person, or even myself in a diary fashion. I would have not even bothered until I felt the urge to kill my sister and her yanking trap. It’s 12am; and it has been a long and tiresome day. The wedding was ok; nothing to go much in writing detail about right now. Maybe once I process my issues; I at least know to do that much. I sat listening to her crazy conversations today, how much money she makes an hour, how her boss is taking her on vacation to New York, Yada, Yada, Yada, what else it new. I was tired of hearing the same old thing, my sister Louise brag about everything under the sun, non-stop. People like her; you wanna shut them up and then, out do them in something, just anything. Anyway; I said nothing but, “How are you?” To get Louise rant and raves for a good thirty minutes. “Enough about me,” Louise said in a happy tone, “So how are you doing?” I said nothing, but an exhale, with my head back against the living room chair. Louise joked, “Oh, so I see where this is headed. I should have said I am fine and shut the hell up! Life is crazy; I guess, Mr. Jessie?” Louise laughed! I said nothing, but a few additional words. “Are you ready Louise? We have to be leaving soon, for the wedding ceremony” You see, Our parents had been divorced for ten years, and on this special day, our father was getting remarried. We felt it was better to ride together; then in separate cars; but then again; maybe that was not a good idea! We rode in my car; nothing luxurious but it works. An older model car with the benefits of a new one. I did that myself; for anger management. I at least have something to show for my therapy transitions. The CD player is brand new; with plush seats and DVD for the back seat. I invested a good $1,600 for updates and repairs which is not much compared to buying a new truck like I wanted. This I maintain for myself, partiers, and people like Louise; the expensive taste talkers! Well, I bet you wanna know more; but my body is saying; “Goodbye.”

Chapter Two

 
“Poor Brenda, or So it Seems”

My Dear Psychical Counselor,

 
I am thankful for this new journal; it gives me a change to vent and let go of every hell, torment, and problem on the face of the planet and beyond. Yes, I am feeling a bit dramatic. I feel like my life is a world of trouble and manifestations; when I do not heal and make the effort to change. I was home doing the usual when there’s a knock on the door, I go to open it, as I waddle to the front area, larger than normal for 8 months pregnant. Maybe it’s just my imagination, but it seems I am carrying twins.  “Who is it?” I Shout. “It’s me Wendy!” I open the door, greeting my crazy happy friend. Wendy stepped into my small apartment. “I was shopping for myself, and figure I would give you some groceries.” Wendy said strolling to our tiny kitchen counters. I grew slowly annoyed by the minute. “Thanks for the food; you did not have to do that Wendy.” I said, unpacking the four large bags. “You will have to allow me to pay you back.” I said with a slow panic in my tone, the issues were coming out gradually. “Calm down, it is fine; this is my gift, to you and my niece in there.” Wendy said, patting my overly large belly. “You treat me so nicely but poor.” I said, trying not to get so upset. “I know you hate other’s assistance, but get use to it, you needed more groceries!” Wendy said in a nice, but nasty tone. “Wendy!! Jack is on his way here with food, our shopping day was today!! Now we will have no room for anything!” I shouted, almost boiling angry.  This was the weirdest intuition for grocery shopping, or did either of us use any.  It is a twist between Brenda keep your mouth shut and accept the food to Brenda you are pregnant and need some peace of mind. “Don’t you know how to ask, you live on the other side of the state, and you never asked me!” I said as I sat in the living room to calm down. “Fine, Never ever will I try to help you with anything!” Wendy shouted in tears. “Now you get upset, Wendy? What goes on in your head, you assume everything, and know nothing. This goes beyond the groceries, but our whole friendship. Stop assuming the very worse, I am taking care of, automatically.” I said, growing more irritated. “Your thinking is so mental Wendy; try to be a little more optimistic! Yes I live in a small apartment, and yes, Jack and I are not married yet, but do not underestimate his ability to care for me and this baby.” Wendy starred at me, torn between her good side and bad side; I could tell. I picture; the good Wendy wanted to apologize, fully aware of this negative cycle in the friendship. The Bad Wendy wanted her check in the mail for all the food she brought over. “Bad call Wendy, I can pick up your every thought, and telepath, babe!” I said boldly to Wendy; I could not help myself. I have known this girl for many years. The bad Wendy was already in full calculation. If my boyfriend Jack has to pay for two sets of groceries, there will be war in this house. We already have a secret agreement to make things work. I build our child’s savings while he provides for our needs. Not a bad deal, it makes things even. I gave up my regular bachelorette savings for Two Certificate Deposits for the baby; $6,000 a piece; locked and untouchable. To share my CD information with Wendy is out of the question. This is something between me and Jack. I started this savings in hopes of having a baby or any bachelorette life emergencies. I think this investment was a good decision and perfect woman creation.  I wanted to have a child on my own; well with the world’s finest technology why not? Then in College, I met Jack and this changed everything.

“Fine Brenda, I am sorry for trying to control the situation, I know Jack is a good guy.” Miss Wendy spoke with a cold tone. “Thank You, and he does not like you much, so next time Wendy, please call first. This is for your own good and well being.” I snapped, ready for her to leave. “I know my cue card; I am not staying long anyway.” Wendy said, marching out as fast as she could to the door. “Yes, we’ll be in touch!” I said with a smile. The door slammed and I had a personal vent out loud before writing you. “How in the world, can she bring over, all that food, and make me pay for it out of pure resentment! I did not ask her for not one item or dollar. Jack has me covered, herbs, holistic food, vitamins, and all. He has my damn grocery list. Wendy always uses her discernment, backwards, she should have called first.” I walked into the kitchen and evaluated the new groceries; it was all food that Wendy would eat!! “Hell, you went to the store for your damn self! Well, shit!” I shook my head, “I guess I’ll have to appreciate the intention and enjoy the food; Jack should be on his way from the Holistic Farmer’s Market around the corner. I could not even tell Wendy the shopping details, she destroys everything, naturally!” I said out loud, while making room in the refrigerator.  “I am trying so hard to see the good in this situation, but today is not the day.  Brag about nothing, or you will lose everything. People forget about a thing called karma! I am being as careful as I can; about my karma in this situation. The stress is unbearable at times.” I thought to myself as I rearranged the kitchen cabinets. The phone is ringing; I better go for now.

My Dear Psychic Advisor,

I have more to vent of course, this issue is everlasting. Picking up where I left off earlier; “Poor Brenda echoes throughout the universe, it is time I claim and protect my wealth. We are not poor, we are fine. Jack got a new job three months ago, I better not tell Wendy until we are moved and secure in our money! I do not like her intentions and power of my reality. As a Mom, she should already know how it feels to be over mothered! Maybe she has not been told that yet; as a young mom. I am trying to create some healing distance and empowerment for my manifestations. Well, I am too proud of Jack. He is promoted to Executive Assistant in the company now, Twenty-five dollars an hour. Now, that should get us moved and into a nice roomy Four Bedroom place.” I heard the door, there walked in my tall, clean cut, head guy, dressed in a dark business suit and tie. “I sweetie!” Yelled Jack, “I’m home.” “I felt you coming,” I laughed. “Yes, my pregnant Psychic, I figured you did.” Jack laughed. “I got everything on the list, down to the cake and ice cream.” The store was so crowded today, does everyone shops on Fridays?” Jack laughed. “Thank You, I do love your errands,” I said with a hug and kiss. “How was work today?” I asked feeling my bright smile coming on. “It was fine, more work then the sales job, I had. So I am adjusting to the new change.” Jack said with concern for me, I know he was reading my looks, a natural psychic himself. “How are you Brenda, tired?” Jack asked, holding me in his arms. “I am ok, I need to rest. A little drained by Wendy, she stopped by today unexpectedly!” I smiled and held on to Jack. “I hate that crazy girlfriend of yours; you need time to yourself, without her input, sarcasm, or visits. Next time, do not open the damn door Brenda, I mean it!” I felt the anger build literally in his chakras; as he held me so close. “Jack, I cannot always do that, it gets complicated. I will have to tune in to her or block her through psychic means. It seems to work better.” I said, as I turned to fix myself dinner. “Brenda, you better do something, I need our family to be healthy and not affected by her negativity every day! There is something she does to you; it brings you more harm then good! If you want this friendship to last, then damn; do some more book research! I cannot understand it. There has to be psychic classes you can join locally or online.” Jack said as he followed Brenda to the refrigerator. “I will make you dinner; you can lay down awhile Brenda, please!!” I said nothing; I walked into the bedroom and closed the door. I do not always want to take more classes as a Beginner, but I may have to advance in other areas. It is like learning your ABC’s all over again. I also love when people give you the wrong suggestions or research hints. I try to maintain my anger even then. Jack knows me and only wants what is best for our new family. So I kept my mouth shut! He knew not to question my silence like some, but allow me some space too. It will only cause more trouble it seems. The rest of the night went smooth and prayerful. He fixed me an excellent meal for us three. I hope. I have a feeling I am carrying a larger load. That does happen at times, the doctors find hidden children during birth. I could be paranoid though, it is my first pregnancy!

I feel better for writing you.

Chapter Three

“Wendy’s Life, the Single Mom”

 
Dear Therapist,

 
I do appreciate this side of healing; how can I argue? Truthfully, my father recommended you a few weeks ago for my growing business reputation. He feels I need more security, releasing, and sanity methods.  I seem to have no one else to turn to anymore. Friends fade like the wind, and I have one that may not stick around too long.  I drove home earlier, as the rush hour traffic died down, pissed off at my friend Brenda. “That check would have bounced any way; Brenda is always poor as dirt. I can tell by that little tiny ass apartment.” I said to myself, as I made it home by 7pm. I worked around the corner from Brenda on purpose, to keep an eye on her situation. “Brenda grows irritated, but I know she will feel better after her pregnancy.” I thought as I opened my front door to Father’s old Mansion. The house is starting to look haunted by the day. I cleansed the energy of any dark lost spirits; it has to be the outside appearance that scares me half to death. I was used to controlling everything and everybody; I take pride in more power and my Father’s wealth, I must admit. I went to greet my daughter and my Father.  My Daughter Linda, a little sweetheart, age ten, she never knew her real father more than one year. Michael left her and Linda long time ago, never to return again. Our reality is filled with so much shame and sorrow, I still have to let go of. I struggled to be a single mom. I built my business from Scratch and had no help along the way but small business loans and working 50 hours a week. My father was spoiling us rotten for being the only child and birthing his granddaughter. From His perception, I know; I was foolish to try and to survive without his assistance or better yet his permission. He moved us in five weeks ago, to help me save money and buy a large commercial building and start marketing.  To pay for the Office Building, would be too expensive, he knew to keep the money controlled and secured in CD bank accounts and trust funds for the family. “Hello all,” I came in pretending to be happy. “Linda, where is your Grandfather?” Linda sat in the large living area, surrounded by homework papers and her favorite movie, on the big screen Grandfather bought.  “He went to get the groceries Mom, we are low on food!” Linda shouted over the movie bass. “Linda, turn that damn thing down, and why do you insist on messing up the living room? You need to work at the Dinning table or your grandfather’s office.” I shouted over the television. “Mom, his office is too crowded with everything, and the dinning area is too formal, I prefer the living room floor.” Linda say with an attitude problem. “Anyway, Grandfather does not care, he already seen me in here, he gave me a hug and a movie set today. He saw a bunch on sale, when shopping yesterday.” I went to turn the movie down, “Never mind, as long as he is ok with it, this is still his house, not ours. Have some respect.” Linda said nothing, and kept studying her homework. “Wendy, leave that girl alone!” my father shouted, as he walked through the dinning room. “I told her to relax; she could enjoy her movies anytime she wanted. I know how she loves background noise, that’s comforting to her. You used to do the same exact thing, and your mother would get so hyper about it. Rest her soul.” Grandfather said with huge laughter. “Funny, how the generations repeat themselves, man!” I said nothing, but grabbed the bags from him to unload the groceries. Dinner time will be approaching pretty soon. I wanted to quickly write this letter to you, before I lose my thoughts. I am behind a week or two in journaling. I skipped the beginning for no reason, I cannot even begin to make accuses, they all seem pointless. This is for my own good, wellness, and business. I have to be on call and reliable. I cannot be helpless and vulnerable.  The writing does help when I do my diaries. I can imagine writing a therapist on the regular basis. I will try to maintain my writing schedule. Peace and love.

Chapter Four

 
“Jessica and College life”

 
Dear Priestess,

Thanks for allowing me to email you my letters every weekend. It does help and the journaling trend seems to be healing many people I run in to and friends of the family. Uncle Jack’s soon to be wife, I overheard his engagement plans after the birth; Brenda does the same method for her pregnancy. So I figure why not; I like to write and it is apart of my major in school. “Dorm life, it gets better and better.” I said with sarcasm and laughter to my friend. “I can never get any sleep in this room for some reason.” I stood in my little mirror, brushing my hair slowing, to feel the brush massage before my sexy date.  My friend Helen never had any sleeping problems and felt I was being too stressed out with homework.  “Well, this date should do you some good Jess, try to enjoy yourself, and come home real tired!” Helen said while laughing. “For real Jessica if you exercise or tire yourself out before bed, you will sleep like a baby.” Helen laughed and helped me with her long ponytail loop. “I will be nice and tired.” I joked. “My dates with Philip are intense. I love hanging out with him on the weekends, a college version of high school love. He wants to get married, but I feel like it is too soon. He literally wants to do it before we both graduate.” I said with a huge smile. “My parents would be suspicious as if I am pregnant, if we did a shot gun wedding.” Then I heard a knock at the door. Helen went to open it and there stood a silent Philip. I yelled from the mirror; “Come in Philip why so quiet?” He smiled and questioned why I was not ready. Come to find out, I forgot to change my clocks for the daylight savings time. We laughed later. Well; that is all for now. My date tired me out for real.

Chapter Five

“The Serendipity Hotel”

Dear Metaphysical Psychoanalyst

I hope this new therapy works for me. I am not too familiar with the Psychoanalyst jobs these days. I am familiar with Freud and other historians and I do not exactly know if that is a good or bad thing. Well, I do believe in Metaphysics that in itself should calm my nerves.  The Metaphysical New Age groups are very popular in our area and church fellowship. I will trust your Psychoanalyst work, or at least for now. I know you must have so much patience with individuals like me. Imagine; skeptical but trusting, what a unique client combination.  I was feeling under the weather when I contacted you because of my fears and shame. I am afraid to embrace God and new changes. I have been awarded so many chances and signs from the universe lately. I feel like my past and pain has been choking me and closing many doors and paths to miracles. Here is why I say this; I went on vacation a month ago and stayed at this nice hotel in New York City. I picked it out of many in my tour books; to experience and enjoy before my work load increases this season. Everyone has their season; I found that out the hard way. Some are slower than others in sales and retail.  Well; once I got there I saw how different it is than my lil town. There is so much people, traffic, taxis cabs, busy runners; everyone is in a hurry to go somewhere. I guess I sound like the typical country girl; not familiar with the city life.  I settled into the hotel room with a sign of relief. I had not experience so much, so soon. I needed major adjusting and site seeing to get use to everything. My travel agent warned me to just relax and enjoy my month off. The city has so much to offer, enjoy, and resources. I just needed to go with the flow. That is my problem; I cannot go with any flow in my reality. I tense up and become numb or appear dumb. The average person cannot understand my inner being or outer reactions. My vacation was only a stepping stone. I feel I will need several more just to feel free and normal again. However; I will leave that up to you to decide; I feel complex as if going in circles.  My first day in New York was odd. I did like the energy only after a week or so of being out and about running my planned agendas for the visit.  My girlfriends did not think I would pull it off, too funny. However; I managed to save a good $20,000 during high commission seasons. This took no months but years of hard work and no regular vacations. I only used half for the visit; which is shocking for New York City life.  You would be proud of me because the rest of the money is being used for my therapy sessions with your company and Zen home decorations for my meditations.  

Chapter Nine

“Yoga; De-stress, Loss Weight, Get in Shape”

“The Integration will leave you with a healthy, conditioned physical body, for your silent meditations and spiritual rituals. The Yogi will feel enlightened and truly connected, mind, body, and soul.” ~Dr Rev Moore. ~What is Hatha; Chapter Nine

“….In the meantime; I plan to rejuvenate, feel great, and lose more weight with Yoga before I meditate.” ~Dr Rev Moore. ~ Yoga Therapy as a Health & Medical Profession; Chapter Nine

The Classic Question, I am asked very often the last few years of my training, “Leslie, What exactly is Yoga?”  What is a Yogi? Understanding this question will begin our Chapter and New Yoga familiarity. This chapter may be the longest of the book for many editions. There is so much information and updates to share on the topic of Yoga. First; Yoga is for everyone. All ages, races, sizes, and religions. You may find this listed again in so many words; but the message remains true. Yoga provides so many gifts and rewards. Now; my answer to “What is Yoga?” changes as I deepen my awareness as a Yogi Junior this year 2008. I am always open to learning new paths and deepening my Hatha consciousness and perception for myself, online students, and any local Gym classes I plan to teach near home. From my personal training; in this definition I notice many religions or churches will not understand the full concept; That a Yogi is one who is in “union with God”, any Yoga Individual or trainee will have this definition memorized over time. As I keep myself updated on the latest news, articles, journals, and conversations; I am starting to discover the many conflicts or misinterpretations between Christians and Yogins. Some individuals are acceptable such as the Kriya and Raja fellowship Yogins. However; this does not include many traditional Christian Churches of today. The concept of God being actually apart of Yoga; is very foreign to the average observing non Yogin. Yoga is not the worship of false Gods or other Idols. Yoga is Universal and the Religion Paths are very sacred. We are all one God, with many Gurus, Masters, Ministers, Monks, Nuns, Healers, and Prophets.

I even find it humorous; that some Yogins will quote the definition of Yoga back to you, as if you are brand new to the field yoga. You began to feel small and tiny over time. Why is this? One has to incorporate, master, and view Yoga into every area, core, and inch of your well being, body, mind, and life chronicle.  The inner you have to be able to assess this embedded information whenever there is a problem, concern, worry, fear, spiritual unhappiness, chronic sickness, or emotional turmoil.  Yoga is not only fitness or religion, but a Psychology of Life. We will discuss this deeper in the Yoga Path Section of this chapter.

I held this in the back of my mind as the months went by, my worry wore off slowly, and I was driven for more information, feeling incomplete until my 3 year of Yoga; now Junior Hatha. It is very true that action does speak louder than words, in many volumes, and boldness. Imagine one must be able to integrate the yogi concepts in their everyday life, health remedies, stress organization, anger management, and embed them deep into their subconsciousness. Keep in mind mastering the Yogi within, takes time, practice, and patience, before you will actually feel secure as a Yoga Guru. A combination of literature, Yoga practice, prayer, and meditation will assist you on your journey within.  There are many yoga styles and paths to choose from. Always understand your path thoroughly; before you educate others, the key is to be very humble and open to receive more information. A complete balance is recommended, bouncing from one extreme to another will not make you a master of anything. Students will only appear impatience and confused when searching for the fast path to enlightenment and Yoga. Take your time and stay focused every day. There are many life distractions that can detour the yogi trainee. Some Yogins will explore one path while others many paths, there is no correct way to begin your journey, keep in mind you are in no competitions or race to the finish line, you the yogi are in charge, the whole entire trip. You will begin to heal your life inside and out, your environment, job, and friends may begin to change around you. The key is to remain “Fearless” as a Yogi.

 I love Yoga and the amazing thing about it, is the age of the practice. Yoga is more than five thousand years old, it is known as a special gift from India to the World.  Imagine practicing or performing an art of fitness and healing, thousands of years old, you cannot go wrong, this has proven effective by other generations. Yoga can be viewed as an excellent healing method of self-development, empowerment, divine connection, and self-realization. Yoga is a very unique health science. I know skeptics that love researching the yoga topic just for negative conversations and gossip, no fib or tale. As a Trainer; this teaches me; some individuals still lack true understanding and knowledge of this fascinating India Art and Practice. Yoga is the only healing system in the world that connects one with a sound mind, a peaceful spirit, and a healthy body, and cures the whole collection of chronic, harmful, traumatic diseases. Yoga assists us on our spiritual journey. It brings us all insight, love, motivation, and harmony to realize our oneness with God.  Once you practice yoga for a length of time, you become a fan of its healing and special poses. Each month and year of regular yoga practice will bring individuals instant healing, strength, focus, intuition, clean chakras, and improved health. Yoga is mind, body, and spirit therapy, guaranteed to give rejuvenation, transformation, and relaxation.  

Understanding the Yoga Paths, Why so many?

“Listen to your soul and you will know the way to go” ~Dr Rev Moore

As a Yogi of many paths, I can safety say this; Yoga is known as a Power Fitness Exercise and Religion, I find both are true in Yoga Science. This solves the ongoing argument between Yogins and Non-Yogins. You may hear in literature that Yoga is not a religion, however; then you may see Yoga Meditation Churches all over the United States from India. It really depends on your chosen Yoga path or Yoga Style. Each Style provides a form of healing, detox, stress relieve, relaxation, meditation, and problem solving; proven scientific techniques. The Path itself can be spiritual or non spiritual, Meditation or no Meditation, Hinduism or Non-Hinduism, Buddhism or Non-Buddhism, Do you see the picture?  We all must keep in mind; the path of Yoga has many founders, teachers, Gurus, and ancient Masters. Each Master or founder has his own Yoga Path.  The paths of yoga are endless; (I included a list below in this chapter) this includes both the physical and psychological meditation yoga combined. As a student or trainee, we can freely learn from all the paths available to us. With each path we are advised by any Guru, Healers, and Minister to Master one path at a time. Each path takes deep thought, concentration, research, and meditation on the topic. Once you have studied one yoga for awhile, you are free to move on or incorporate another; only naturally. There are no limits or special rules to follow, but whatever we put upon ourselves. As Children of God we are limitless and powerful human beings. You are free to learn whatever your comfort level is; for the pursue Yoga. You will find many teachers are naturally a little bit of each path. This is due to the fact that; we will borrow teachings, mantras, symbols, meanings, definitions, and such from the fitness and spiritual Yoga paths. Here’s an example: All Yogins will use the Om mantra in Meditations, Chakra Clearing, Exercise, Fashion, and Home Decorations. This Mantra is a Symbol of God and has been taken from the Hinduism Religion. This Mantra is used in Fitness and Churches world wide very easily, and all Yogins are free to use the symbol. Keep in mind, there is no right or wrong in Yoga, practice at your comfort, pace, and spiritual level. Any Religion and Spiritual Path are welcome to join and incorporate Yoga into their everyday reality, health remedies, and way of life.  One reason for Religion conflicts with Yoga I find; is due to location. In some cities and suburbs you can count on your one hand the yoga classes in the area. For example: In Ann Arbor Michigan, Home of Wolverines; Yoga studios are not rare. Beautiful, abundant Teachers are easily accessible; very similar to Ann Arbor’s dance studios. You can even find credited classes at your College Institution. There are always some Religious individuals who will try to put you tightly fit into one Religion category or Yoga description. To describe me, I am A Metaphysical, Gnostic, Hindu, Buddha Christian, in other words; Universal Faith Spirituality.

Let’s explore in dept the many blissful and joyful Paths of Yoga. The Yoga Paths can really aid in good health, weight loss, less stress, anger management, and raising your energy vibrations. The purpose of Yoga Paths (styles) is to take you inward, exploring your higher self, personality, life questions, and God consciousness. You become more spiritually aware, alert, and on a Higher God Path, very similar to Christ and Biblical Scriptures. As you journey to other paths, confusion can arise or misconceptions, it is wise to take it slow, to not hurry your knowledge and awareness building. Learning at your own yogi speed, is very helpful, in yoga explorations.  Our paths can happen naturally depending on your source of information and training. At times, one class alone can provide a grand introduction, however; other classes, barely any style information at all.  This depends on the class format and teacher style. I have researched and listed the variety of styles and yoga paths below: Some I have practiced, mastered, and others yet to explore as Yoga Instructor and Metaphysician.  Yoga is a life long process; we must learn to enjoy each path to enlightenment without speedy competitions.

 I know some of you will get excited and on a yogi mission to learn as many paths as possible. Yes, this is good, I need you to keep that excitement, however; take it slow. Do not overwhelm the senses, intuition, body, and soul’s advancement process. All Yoga paths will take you on a detox journey, your body, mind, and soul will automatically be involved. We all have our natural speed; do not force yourself too much. Motivation, inspiration, love, and aliveness are good qualities for all Yogins. This keeps us balanced and ready to go, to the next level.

This Yoga Therapy has been researched thoroughly in India, it is known for healing a list of disorders and diseases. The average person viewing yoga from a distance will make jokes and humor naturally.  Yoga Practice will appear to be an odd form of healing and fitness. The Fitness area of yoga, takes more notice, than anything. Individuals are usually attracted to yoga for power fitness, weight loss, body toning, and stress relief. Yoga Trainers are multiplying by the year, including myself. However; yoga cannot be mastered within a few months. Some Teachers will train for years before teaching their first yoga class. From a non-Yogin perception, to the Human eye, you will not see right away, what each yoga asanas and posture does for the body. Imagine postures healing, massaging, sending circulation, blood flow, and moving blocks of negative energy, each time you practice.  As a Teacher Trainee, I have been cued by my Angels to practice yoga throughout the day, in every way. There is a list of positions for each pain, tension, and illness you will ever have in life. I was reviewing my yoga book for studies and discovered, I actually have many positions memorized and they are done all throughout my day, without thought.  Thank God for my Fitness Angels, this personal realization came in handy for the yoga skeptics. It gave me a new light and understanding as a student teacher, that this art and fitness can be done in many styles, in any way, and any time.

Divine Mother God Concepts

“Mother God, please clear my path of all road blocks, poverty, ill health, and negativity. Guide and direct me to better pastures and still waters. Provide me with my golden rod, shield, and staff. I will fear any evil and no danger. I will trust in you as my Parent and Best Friend.  Please provide me with all of my daily needs, goals, and nourishment. ~Dr Rev Moore.

In All religions; there is a Divine Mother God, Mother Saint, and Goddess to retreat to in time of need. This is one source with many faces, one entity with many names, One Beautiful Female God with much protection and strength.  Imagine; just as we have a Male and Female Parent to care for us through out our lives, this earth image and likeness is the similar in Heaven. We have a Male and Female parent to care for our life charts, mishaps, errors, fears, worries, whatever issue that goes on during our upbringing and Earth Schooling as their children. They will not always intervene on any situation; this is advanced college for our souls. We have free will as children of God to experience and encounter any and every earth circumstance. When times get rough and your find your energy is low and sorrow is plenty; know that you have not only a father, but a Mother God to take care of your needs on this planet.  Picture your body is housing your soul. This soul is very wise and mature in God. Please try not to allow the house’s formal education, and curriculum to get to you. You are allowed tools, new books, heavenly tutors, many teachers, and counselors to assist you on this earth plane. I tell you this, because the Mother God and food for the soul; has be neglected in many churches and spiritual teachings.  However; in the Yoga Religions the Divine Mother or Goddess is mentioned in our Fellowship Readings, Meditations, Prayers, and Discernment.  In Yoga; She is called the Divine Mother or by Name. Each religion has their specific name titles for her. Mother God is a very strong and powerful force, connecting with your “Mother” will heal you tremendously on Earth.

What is Yoga Therapy?

Yoga Therapy is a little different than Private Client and Public Group Classes. The format is offered a little differently than random grouped asanas and class literature. Yoga Therapy is offered to heal numerous health concerns, chronic illnesses, and emotional problems.  Yoga Therapy is still pretty recent in discovery. The requirements have been defined in many articles and associations, however; we have a long way to go in development and improvements.

In Therapy; there are many teachers that will define themselves as Yoga Therapists already. This is due to their job description, client experience, work ethic, and combined education yoga certificates. However; some may use the term loosely without reading the requirements or research news. Therapists must be careful to know where they stand in operation. We are still an Alternative Therapy companion to Medical care, However; not quite medical in methods or development. That is why disclaimers and conditions are so important to disclose to Therapy clients; until Medical conflicts are cleared in time. That is why you will see me disclose disclaimers and conditions in my book copyrights and online store.

There is very few Medical Yoga or Yoga Therapist Professional Degrees established; which we will get into after this section.  

My personal experience is light Yoga Therapy. I would say I am a freshman Yoga Therapist in training level. My skills are branches from Hatha Yoga and personal research. The job description is a thin line but will shift whenever you have people approaching you for a private home appointment for their chronic back pain, illness, or frequent headache issues. Then as a Teacher, Practitioner, or Healer; you have automatically crossed the thin line into New Grounds: The Therapist Territory.  Once you cross over into the Medical Yoga Zone. It becomes an important complex duty to stay on top of your skills, research, workshops, classes, and any Public New Articles on the topic. Your work load increases as time goes on. When I crossed over into this new healing department, it felt real good to apply my skills and methods for someone’s medical condition. The results are tremendous, when a person’s faith and your yoga education are combined to heal a chronic illness or reoccurring pain element.  Yoga Therapists are still facing some challenges from the public and medical field regarding these healing occurrences.  Keep in mind the Therapy is still young, fresh, and new. The word is spreading fast, and researchers are working overtime. Some I know for a fact; are working for Free.  One state that I find stays up to date and current with all Yoga Therapy, Fitness, and Health and Science news is California. Friends and Family I am sure; wonder about my college plans for Michigan. The next training will be in California by fall 2008, for my Medical Yoga College Commuting.

Yoga Therapy as a Health & Medical Profession?

I know many Yoga fanatics, Modern day hippies, and Metaphysicians that thrive on the positive sunny side of all issues. I love the fun energy and law of attraction; However, I must still announce and acknowledge both sides of the coin here. This protects not only the Yoga Practitioner but the client or patient as well. Some issues are hard to handle but you must acknowledge their existence.

“Listen, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. So be as smart as snakes and as innocent as doves…” ~Matthew 10:16

 Therefore I finally say this; things are not always peaches and cream, chicken and noodle, apples and pie. I joke with seriousness; that there is another side to Yoga. There are always; always conflicts and arguments for Therapists to keep in mind. Example: there is an ongoing argument that Yoga is not and should not ever be a Health Care Profession. Although this process has informally already begun, approved, and accredited in the warmer climate states; there are other ways of making Yoga an official Medical Profession.  The Medical Benefits of yoga are becoming more widely known and available. Many people are making yoga class part of their weekly agendas, office detox, spiritual practice, and de-stressing remedies. Fitness Yoga practice is becoming recognized by the medical community as a new potential form of physical, mental, and emotional therapy. According to new research; Insurance companies are now beginning to include yoga as an alternative medicine in their coverage plans. The health industry is now assisting in the form of Medical Yoga. To be a working Yoga Therapist, one must incorporate knowledge of the Human Anatomy, Muscular Function, Physiology, and Pathophysiology Education Departments in their skills and client sessions.  This is required of all Health Professionals, therefore; Yoga Therapist will have to follow the same formal medical path as other Physicians.  When a patient comes to a Yoga Therapist titled practitioner for help and assistance; they have to be very wise and fluent in providing the proper Diagnosis.   In the far future; there have been discussions of Creating a Yoga Therapy Board of Examiners or some formal testing to achieve a Medical License in Yoga Therapy.  We have already begun to develop schooling and requirements for Yoga Therapist, therefore; I assume this testing will blend in with patient care. We cannot always predict clearly the future; not even in psychic science. As Psychics, we can tune in to the different paths based on the present “here and now.” Nothing is set in stone, all predictions are changeable realities. We can only accept the present and go with the flow of events and yoga news.

In my premonition Analysis *Based on the here and now of 2007: I envision this formal testing can possibly ruin many Yoga therapists and change the course of Medicine completely. The Yogins are very sensitive to any thing coming against the nature of Yoga; an ancient treasure from God and India. There are so many interpretations and opinions of Yoga, we can only hope and dream for the very best outcome for our generations and younger Yogins to be. May the future generations be strong and balanced in their chakra energy centers, especially the Manipura Fire Chakra. A Yogi hint: that in using our inner power, solar plexus, and God energy, we cannot go wrong. In the meantime; I plan to rejuvenate, feel great, and lose more weight with Yoga before I meditate.

What is Hatha Yoga?

I needed to include a special section for Hatha. In some ways; Hatha is very similar to Iyengar in training. This depends greatly on your Teacher methods; taught in group settings. Hatha became my Primary Yoga after 2 College years of dedication and hard work. Hard work for myself, health concerns, stress levels in school, and GPA (of course; I was apart of the Phi Theta Kappa, Beta Gamma Honors Society. A bad grade was completely out of the question. That is stress right there on any honor student.) My first Yoga I ever learned was “Power, Fitness” Yoga by Accident at home. I would practice in College for a variety of wellness benefits between campus classes. The First Group class I ever took and enjoyed was Classical Hatha Yoga and Yoga Psychology. Hatha is a yoga of balance, gentleness, strength, fitness, and awakening energy. Some individuals of the Spiritual and Meditation Yoga will misunderstand the physical styles. Sorry, to say; this happens very easily due to America today. In the Hip, growing field of personal trainers, the modern yoga instructor may not see or have been taught; the importance of all Hatha balancing elements. Some are investing hundreds of dollars to not get the full picture of yoga training. Therefore; a true yoga trainee must invest another $500.00 to $1000.00 a year, to get the complete understanding and yoga experience. A budget below that and you are lucky. A Yoga Instructor education cost, will then add up to a secular bachelors or master degree in time. It is up to the individual, Personal Trainer, what path they would like to pursue in Yoga. Eventually, one can become accredited for every independent class, workshop, and experience, if documented at home. Associations will deem you Expert of Grand Parent Yogi for your many accomplishments. Sad, American image is based on thin bodies, popular media, yoga fashion, and star appearance of physical yoga. No worries, The Yoga Teachers are slowly taking charge, and bringing alive the ancient India Traditions. Now you can visualize why naturally, Yoga Spiritualist cannot imagine anything more than the physical poses. Surprising; Hatha is the perfect blend of asanas, postures, breathing, meditation, and relaxation exercises. Its purpose is to blend and balance both the Spiritual and Physical experience together as one. Hatha is also known as Basic or Classical yoga, in conversation or physical practice terms. Many other styles are actual branches from the Hatha Path. Again; the word Yoga means union with God; imagine this union being the foundation of your Home Hatha practice. When in Physical or fitness yoga, some students may forget the importance of the breathing and meditation elements of this style. Honestly; the Hatha Yogi is left empty, like a growing void; without including all of the elements connected to this Path or style. To some the asana practice alone is enough work. Asana in Yoga Sanskrit means, comfortable, or stable pose. Asanas are actually easy to do. Non Yogins will view your practice and say, “Oh that looks so easy!” Yes this is actually true. Any Person, body type, and age can practice physical yoga. In Hatha, The asanas begin very basic, you learn a series of stretches, joint work, relaxation, facial massages, and warm ups before entering the fire core element of asana practice. Imagine, not the look of yoga, but the benefits. Asanas are good for toning the muscles, strengthening the body, disciplining the mind, and purifying your organs. A Yoga Master will stay youthful and illness free, after years of well rounded, yoga practice.  Many Healers, Practitioners, and Masters will also use Hatha Yoga, to give Yoga Therapy also called Medical Yoga for ill or Rehab clients. (You readers got the grand introduction to Medical Yoga Requirements.) This is why the Yogi Trainee must master his or her inner fire and energy source to grow in Yoga practice; you will need bolts of energy for your weekly schedule. Fellow Yogins, the blend itself, will complete each other; we recharge and feel renewed, satisfied, and rejuvenated after the full integration process of Hatha.  The Integration will leave you with a healthy, conditioned physical body, for your silent meditations and spiritual rituals. The Yogi will feel enlightened and truly connected, mind, body, and soul. Some teachers will include the chakra centers and mantras in their Hatha practice; it is all based on the individual Practitioners and time allowance in class schedules. This will also give balance and energy clearing to Hatha Yoga.

Competition and Ego, in Yoga Practice

To review Yoga Competition, I feel it is silly and unnecessary. Some people will do this naturally; out of personal defense or self esteem. Competition is not recommended in Yoga, however; in a group of Many Experts and Certified Teachers, they can do the exact opposite. It is humorous to me; after you show your point of view and studies on a yoga topic or style, some are asking can they teach at your yoga studio, to make it up to you (“There’s no studio, but thanks” J). There seems to be a lot of growing myths, to yoga practice in America today. Yoga is not made up of only complex postures and asanas, headstands or arm balances. Even in those Head Stands, there are several variations any person can achieve, without killing themselves. I am shocked these inverted variations are not taught everywhere, however; very useful steps. Students always remember this; Yoga is for all ages, cultures, religions, and body types.  However; I speak as an Iyengar and Hatha style Teacher.  The training of these two paths provides specific instructions.

The Yoga Therapy list is endless; I will give you a general list for your introduction. These are the most common disorders mentioned in Yoga. This book is designed for those not familiar with many Alternative Therapy Options. You can always do additional research if you are presently a yogi student, teacher, practitioner, or fitness guru, or patient of chronic illness:

• Asthma, Backaches, Constipation
• Insomnia,  Obesity,  Poor Postures,
• Menstrual Disorders, Tension, Sexual Dysfunctions.