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This page lists questions and comments from previous visitors to the Temple website. If you have something that you'd like to share with Temple, you can do so here.September, 08, 2009 - 1:27AM
even though I am not #9 but I do love your poem song. I defintely understand how you feel. I have two #9 that I have to deal with everyday. Now I am learning to look into myself instead of looking out to deal with situations. So you are not alone, we are all part of the ONE.
Anonymous
September, 05, 2009 - 11:32PM
"Me First" Song
Marcia's Nobody Cares* Song for Marcia
(okay-so it's sappy-SO WHAT!)
I will hold your hand,
I will hold you,
I am here for you...always,
I Am You.
I will hug you,
I will stroke your face,
I am here for you...always,
I Am You.
I see you,
I sense you,
I am here for you...always,
I Am You.
I love you,
I like you, too,
I am here for you...always,
I Am You.
I will hum for you,
I will sing to you,
I am here for you...always
I Am You.
I will hold you close,
I will stay with you,
I am here for you...always,
I Am You.
I'll watch over you,
I will tend to you,
I am here for you...always,
I Am You.
* The Nine on the Enneagram holds the energy of Nobody Cares which essentially is the close-to-terminal disease of believing that to exist (yes, I did say exist) we must connect/cling to something outside of ourselves focusing on everybody and everything and every situation out there. It is exceedingly almost impossible and breath-taking to stop and Stay With Me for the duration. (If you don't 'get it', you're not a Nobody Cares (The 9).
Marcia (can't hide)
Full emotional, mental and physical conscious knowledge of this leads to the actions necessary to change one's experience. Great to see where you have arrived within yourself. You should be proud of yourself, you decided to come back to yourself and you are well on your way.
September, 03, 2009 - 7:22PM
I had a fearful experience from the drag of the universal energy spike yesterday. Energy was so still, everything seemed to stop. I felt pressure in my chest, I thought that I was having a heart attack. In the evening my whole body seemed to be on fire, I took a shower sweat was shooting out like spears. That situation continued for almost 30 minutes, then I felt so tired. Had to drink tons of water to calm everything down.
Irene A.
This is mild compared to what others experienced. :) Hope you weren't wearing Kali yesterday.
This is going to be the second longest drag till Advent. Such a rough and long start indicates just how SHARP and SEVERE the Spike at the end of the year will be...
Those interested can read about the Universal Energy Spike here: http://adventofyin.wordpress.com/
August, 12, 2009 - 4:33PM
I am a practitioner of certain healing techniques, and I am very interested in learning more about Ghedee society as a melanated person of African ancestry. Also mind is in the realm of can this body physical we are occupying achieve state of immortality especially as this planet they call earth is elevating to a much higher dimension. I am trying to put in more in perspective so people can experience the planetary shift and understand why this shift is happening and is necessary. Does the Ghedee Society/Temple address this subject?
Love and Light
Ausur Tu Maat Amen Hetep IsraEL
Thank you for your interest in our web portal. For information on the current transformation of our Universe, please visit The Advent of Yin Blog: http://adventofyin.wordpress.com
May, 17, 2009 - 1:36PM
I only just accidentally *discovered* this site whilst researching the Queen of Sheba.
If not for the experiences of the past four years especially, I probably would have not even stopped to peruse the contents at all. Since I was raised in a strict, conservative, Protestant church (with many relatives that were almost pagan-like that made an interesting contrast and a bit confusing upbringing), my natural tendency is to avoid almost if not all mystic and religious anythings! Years under the yoke of a very unpleasant and rigid church can do that, plus it was very scary to watch these people and so I keep my distance from all things religious and spiritual.
Very interesting, I suppose.
Take care.
Anonymous
Thank you, Anonymous. It is our wish that all find something of value to them here at Temple. Please return at your convenience.
October, 07, 2008 - 11:57AM
How do I begin to know myself, How do I begin to love myself and change what I think to be the truth. I feel lost sometimes and have a hard time pointing to the direction I would like to go. It's hard to imagine that knowing me is the hardest journey I will ever take at this time. I am not afraid of my new undertaking, but I can't help to feel like a child taking the first step. I know it to be true that everything begins and ends with myself, but I can't help it to be apprehensive and hopeful at the same time. Thank you for allowing me to share my feelings.
Homayoun
As long as you are committed to knowing yourself, what prevents you from being with self and the process back to yourself... all it takes is just walking towards yourself. Of corse you will need assistance, and that is why I am here.
May, 26, 2008 - 7:31PM
Thanks for all the good work you do, not for me at this moment.Anonymous
July, 03, 2007 - 9:36AM
Blessings on your important work. It is a vital stream!
Copper Asetemhat Stewart
Thank You for your blessings. They are much appreciated.
March, 15, 2007 - 6:10PM
yaall! rocked this websight!....I love it and you always...
ha tense
Thank You, And we love you too
March, 03, 2007 - 1:06AM
I am choosing to be aware of my environment and my role in it all. I am questioning myself, my choices and experiences. I am aware that I've been operating and makng choices on beliefs that I now question. I feel more wishful than doubtful. I do doubt that I'll ever be comfortable not knowing or feeling that theres' more than was before and that is my comfort, I feel empowered by this sense.
I am looking inward and outward and am forming new beliefs.I am crying when I feel sad and eating when I am hungry. I am asking for help and receiving it. I contribute my fortunes and falls so far to my surviving self. There is more to me than I witness most of the time and feel blessed to realize this. I intend to learn how I came to be to this current state, and that root of understanding will be a blessing of future growth. Familiar struggles come like currents though, and leave me confused, critical and regretful. Where is my sense of understanding and choice during these times? I am breathing through this, I remember, I forgive myself and put great effort into relaxing( if that makes any sense) To behold these ideas and intents is one thing and to aply them on this train is another. I feel very primitive and would like clarity and understanding on this and more.
So nice to tell you and hear you, thank you.
Leah
We are glad Temple may be of any help.
June, 30, 2006 - 7:19PM
Peace and blessings
My current reflection is the revelation of the similarity of deeper meaning/psychology in objects and events in the dream state and the wake state. Life is such magic...it speaks to each of us all the time. The Sacred Space workshop helped reveal this.
Anonymous
We are glad the Sacred Space Discussion was helpful to you in your awakening....We encourage all to attend the Temple discussions.
June, 28, 2006 - 6:14PM
Divine Greetings,
Is there an audio recording of "creating sacred space" or notes I can have access to?
Best wishes to everyone.
Anonymous
Sorry, but there are no recordings of any of Temple's Discussion groups at this time. Later this year we will be making our discussion groups available through audio and video webcasting. We are now scouting for a permanent location from which to webcast.
In October Temple will hold another discussion on Creating Scared Spaces at The Happy Heart in Oakland, we hope you can attend.
June, 27, 2006 - 9:43PM
If you have not been to temple for BES in a year can you come to meditation?
Eli
Absolutely everyone is welcome to attend Temple meditations and public events. ALL Clients of Temple who have not been to Temple for a while are ALWAYS welcome to return in any capacity they deem appropriate.
April, 25, 2006 - 9:36PM
Peace, balance, and blessings to everyone!
Olevette Payne
Thank You!
April, 17, 2006 - 10:39AM
Namaste Wiah,
I really enjoyed the creating sacred space class... would love to know when you plan a cleansing your space class and Altar Class again, any plans yet?
Also, just moved into my condo, would like to know how to schedule a cleansing as well as work with you on "my Intentions"! :0
(PS: I cant remember if the web site administrator is Coby or Cody, I am sorry for messing up your name, but hello :)
Shamila
Shamila
Hello Shamila,
There are no more cleansing discussions scheduled for this year......yet :) If they occur they will occur towards the end of this year. There are also some other discussions on the Studies calendar you might like to attend.
You will need to contact Temle by telephone in regards to a cleansing and blessing.
The head of web site administration is Kobie........I'll pass the message along.
April, 03, 2006 - 9:24AM
Hello Wiah,
I think your site is wonderful, very informative and a great place to visit to get the spirital juices flowing. I really miss you and look forward to the day when I can continue my work with you. I bless you right here and now and share with you in the success of your vision for Temple. May your cup runneth over.
Trevelyn
Thanks for the blessing Trevelyn!
We look forward to seeing you in discussions and meditations. I also look forward to working with you soon.
Until then....
April, 02, 2006 - 11:19PM
Dear Temple Community,
To let you know, I really appreciate your comments about the rat situation I reported. Thanks for your support! I'm finding that during this past week or so of posting questions and reading replies, I have been very focused on the underlying themes of responsibility for my choices and their consequences, and right action/non-action, more deeply than ever before. I experience the process to be invigorating.
Anonymous
We are pleased.......for that is why we are here.
April, 02, 2006 - 8:54AM
Shalom, my little egg. I know you know who this is.(smile) I just want you to know that I am so proud of you. You are so smart!! I have read all your questions and answers and I was so proud of you, because you give excellent truthful answers. You have always been a person who likes to work with people since you were very young. May you continue your quest in helping others. I love you!!!!!!!!!
Anonymous
Thank You!......and I love you too!!!
April, 01, 2006 - 7:58PM
I really appreciate the existence of this supportive community forum. It's a wonderful alternative to wrangling with complicated issues alone.
Anne
Thanks Anne!
March, 29, 2006 - 6:36PM
Dear Anonymous with the infestation problem:
Choosing to accept the rat problem is probably feeding one of your beliefs. The choice you make determines the action(s)that you will take and the resulting consequences.
Just because building management won't take care of the problem doesn't mean that you have to accept their actions as the final word on your "quiet use and enjoyment" of the property (i.e., your apartment).
If you decide to be responsible and take action then the following is a possible solution:
Take pictures of the problem. The more detailed the better. Document the problem(s) and what actions you have take to try and resolve it with building management.
Then contact the Health Dept. and Rent Board to say that you have a serious "health and safety issue."
After their report, you may want to contact an attorney familiar with rent issues.
Good Luck,
Dennis
Very good suggestions of physical actions for Anonymous.............1000% Dennis:)
March, 27, 2006 - 9:49PM
Dear Temple,
Thank you for your answers to my question about choices, etc... it is a wonderful experience and opportunity to dialogue with you. I'm aware of more deeper questions/issues this raises for me, such as: 1) how to know when I'm operating from 'right action' vs. 'trying to fix/control' . 2) Is it 'OK' to desire to experience something (or not to experience something)? I think that in my attempts to 'do it right spiritually' I get confused about what it means to 'be with it all', and to be detached from outcomes, vs. having a strong intention about something and making choices/taking action to create it, that are in my control: as in 'I want to live in a clean, beautiful environment', rather than trying to 'be with' the rats, etc. I tell myself that if we're all one, and it's all a reflection of me, perhaps I shouldn't see rats on my balcony as good or bad ...so then I think it's not OK not to like it, and I discount my feelings of just not liking it. (I do notice there are a lot of 'should's/judgments in what I'm saying here --I must imagine that 'someone' is judging me as doing it right or wrong, and I really want to get it right/be good.) So is the key in making choices from a place of non-reactivity but full engagement, and being detached from the ultimate results, as in the Bhagavad Gita?
Anonymous
YES........and it happens in the emotional body, mental body and physical body simultaneously.
March, 27, 2006 - 7:19PM
To Anonymous who has the rat nuisance problem.
Just one suggestion of a physical action is to call the health department. If Management still does not correct the problem after the Health Inspection, I believe you have grounds to terminate the lease. However, you should seek advice from the Rent Board or a Rent Attorney of some sort for advice before actually arguing with the management company. (I used to manage properties.)
Bear in mind that there is a consequence of every choice you made even if it is very small as we have learned from Wiah. Listening to my suggestion is also a choice and consequence that you have to make. Whether the result is what you like or not, it is your choice and consequence at the end.
As I am writing this comment, it is my choice of helping others and responsible for other people's experience. Therefore, I need to work on those beliefs and not to hold them.
I can hear Wiah laughing right now.
Irene C
:)
March, 27, 2006 - 11:16AM
Dear Temple,
I'm wanting to understand your messages about Change/Choice/Consequences by applying it to something specific, and would appreciate your clarification. (this is long, so it's OK with me if you reply privately rather than posting it here.) I recently moved to an apartment where rats have been visiting my balcony at night, and also where the common dumpster area is very untidy. I would not have moved here had I known this would be the situation. The dumpster is always overflowing with garbage, people put their bottles in the dumpster meant for cans or just leave their trash on the floor, and then Waste Management doesn't pick it up,etc. I'm aware of all my judjments of dislike about these two things, and also my judgments about how management should take care of these situations, and how the residents should be doing it differently. I've already mentioned both these siituations to management, and nothing is being done. I've also been doing your exercise of seeing 3 ways how I'm like the rats, their droppings, and also like the untidy dumpster. Although I'm now laughing as I write this (having noticed the similarities, rather than going into reactions of repulsion,) I do prefer not to clean up rat shit every morning, I still prefer living in a clean environment where people take care of things with respect, and want to use my balcony at night without being concerned about uninvited rat guests. So, I guess the question is, aren't there times when it's legitimate to attempt to change external situations, while we're also doing all we can to clear our judjments about it? And...if I did manage to clear out all the 'inner shit', would all the rats miraculously disappear and would the 200 residents here become tidy? I know I can eventually move, (I just got here and have a lease, etc.) but of course there are unpredictable situations everywhere, and the whole world can seem messy with our judjments. So, how to accept/be with it all, experience the Oneness, and still take action on a large or small scale, in addition to doing one's own inner work? Back to my situation, as they say, 'shit happens', I just don't want to clean it up daily on my balcony. What do I need to know/understand about all this at the practical level? And on a larger scale, what are your thoughts about about taking action to make changes in the world, such as working with groups such as the Buddhist Peace Fellowship, enviornmental action groups, etc.?
Thank you!
anonymous
Dear Anonymous,
Our choices are the cornerstones of our experience. Therefore action is absolutely necessary to change your experience.... emotional action, mental action and physical action.
You are not responsible for the experience of others. Your change does not change others....only you.
Part of dealing with this situation (besides dealing with your blocks) is being responsible for YOUR choices:
YOUR choice to move to this new location....and why
Your choice of this location....and why
Your choice to continue to live in this place....and why
Your choice to be responsible for YOUR apartment and the portion of the complex under your direct control....namely your deck....or not
YOUR Choice to accept the consequence of your original choice to move into this complex....sweeping the droppings off your balcony....or not
The beauty of consequences is that when we make any choice there are a multitude consequences that may or may not be apparent. Every choice is made with the acceptance of all consequences that follow, which creates the platform for change....or no change.
Did you ever hear the phrase "Take care of the little things and big things take care of themselves"? Before being really concerned about "global change", focus on changing "Yourself", your experience, your complex, your neighborhood, your community, your city, your county, your state, your country....then think about the world?:) If everyone did the same the "global change" you spoke of would happen. I hope this helps....
March, 27, 2006 - 8:27AM
I'm writing to see if I'm understanding about 'changing my experience' by releasing held judgments and beliefs. So...say I have an experience of someone 'not being there for me' (perhaps something as simple as they forget an appointment they made with me, so I'm waiting at the meeting place and they never come), and this activates held beliefs in me such as 'people don't really care about me', 'I don't count', 'I can't count on others to keep their word with me', and resultant judgments about them and me ('i'm not good enough, they're not doing it right', and resultant emotional pain, etc.etc. etc.). So in order to have a different experience, do I choose to see their behavior differently in the moment so that I don't take it 'personally'? (i.e. I could tell myself that perhaps they're spaced out, overwhelmed, etc.etc. and their forgetting has nothing to do with what they think about me, or with my value? So then I don't have to go into my abandonment story and experience the resultant suffering? Also: Are you saying that if I am able to change the beliefs in me that I mentioned above, that I will no longer have the actual experience of people not keeping appointments with me, or not showing up in other ways for me? Thank you for clarification!
Anonymous
Dear Anonymous,
Whatever beliefs that are held energetically, are held in the emotional body, mental body, and physical body. In attempting to remove these blocks our focus can not be on rationalizing the "story". The "story" is not a source of relief because the pain is not in the story but in your bodies. If you had a thorn stuck in your hand rationalizing how it got there, talking to your friends, family and therapist about how it got there will not relieve the pain permanently or remove the thorn. The focus/attention must be on you and your beliefs about what has transpired. We cannot control the situations of life but we have full control of our experience of situations. The removal of energetic blocks emotionally, mentally, and physically in most all cases requires the assistance of someone practiced in the removal of energetic blocks from ALL THREE BODIES.
When you have removed your belief of "people can not be trusted", this does not mean that no one will ever break their word in future; it simply means that you will not create and hold pain in response to the situation. Removing your energetic blockages doesn't mean that you don't experience this place; it simply means you don't hold and store the pain/energy in any of your bodies.
October, 06, 2005 - 8:25PM
I absolutely love your website. Will look forward to getting back with you soon. I miss your wonderful verbal delivery and gentle spirit.
Sally Faubion
Thank You Sally!
I look forward to seeing you in Temple soon.
September, 14, 2005 - 12:24PM
Hi Wiah:
I thought I would share with Temple the summary of our discussion the other night:
Karma and the Law of Cause and Effect:
The more things change, the more they remain the same.
Our past is history, and our future is history.
Only in the present, can we change our future.
If we are not in a resistance to truth and are willing to change.
By manifesting the intention
To have a new experience.
Dennis
Good, Dennis,
All we have is our history (our passing experiences). Our past is our history and our future is also our history unless we change our history in the present. This is governed by the Universal Law of Returns. Look for the October Remember in a few weeks, I will write more on the subject.
June, 08, 2005 - 12:43PM
Thanks for helping my sister. You are a great source of peace........
Texas T
That is why Temple is here.......peace to you and yours.
December, 04, 2004 - 12:34PM
What's your take on this form of energy healing?
http://www.frequenciesofbrilliance.org
Thanks
Anonymous
What would you be healing?....WE are energy beings, therefore it is only we ourselves that can effect any change in our experience and being....This may be a good experience if you want to try (experience of the other 6 dimensions of this plain has been done for thousands of years in many cultures, nothing new). If you are looking for change, it must come from you and nothing else, only YOU have the full power to change YOUR experience. None of us on this planet need healing (our bodies may need repair but we don't). We are immortal essences manifested as energy that transforms by our sheer will to experience.....Full Remembrance occurs only when WE have removed Fixed beliefs which blind us to our true nature and our primordial state. This can only be accomplished by YOU and no one else.
November, 22, 2004 - 5:37PM
This month's remember is so complete that it forms its own cycle. Just the thought of the New and the Old being one and informing one another is profound beyond words.
Sean Hoskin
October, 28, 2004 - 6:03PM
Wiah,
You take my breath away!
You, dear one, are a light so bright,
reminding all
who touch your glow
of the essence they long to know!
Blessings,
Belinda
I love you
Thank you my love.
Please share the site with all you think might benefit.
October, 26, 2004 - 11:55AM
Hey U,
Yes, that would be all of you.
I want one of these sites.
I love it you all did a bang up job. love to you and yours.
I miss all of you.
I know your busy, but I still love you very much.
I wish for you all good things and all that I wish for my self.
take the best of care, all my love Star
Elaine Star Hamman
WE LOVE YOU TOO.......VERY MUCH!
October, 19, 2004 - 5:34PM
The design of the website is excellent, I printed out one of each page for my own collection; I hope you don't mind.
Irene
This information comes from all, so how could I mind?..................My intention is that it assists you in the change you desire.
October, 19, 2004 - 10:38AM
I love "Remember" because it is instructive, uplifting and provocative. The ideas and practices in it are about creating and engaging. It opens me up to the treasure of our human capacity. Thank you.
One Love,
Sukari Addison
Thank You. That is why I am here...
July, 23, 2004 - 9:57PM
Previously, you have said that as you process, you will find that you will not change but rather your experience of life will change. So when you say that you must change if you want your stories/experience of life to change, which "you" are you referring to? What is "you"?
Anonymous
"You" refers to who you believe you are, not who you know you are....in other words......I said your "Experience" will change as a result of letting go of judgments and beliefs....These judgments and beliefs make up your experience of yourself (who and what you "THINK" you are) . These are the same elements upon which we base our experiences, choices and their consequences. (which bring us suffering in the forms of pain and fear) When these elements are released we automatically change our experience. It is then we realize the truth about who and what we are....we "change" in as much as we change our experience of ourselves, and the world around us.......The "You" who is experiencing this place (the real you), Spirit,Soul, consciousness, what ever your word for it, never changes it is the same yesterday, today and forever........To reiterate when I say it is YOU who must change I am referring to the change of holding or not holding your experience in judgements and beliefs......I hope this helps explain further if not let me know..............
July, 23, 2004 - 9:43PM
So then when we are seeking to change the experience, we are not then seeking to change the story as well?
Anonymous
The story (your story) is a result of the experience...the experience is not the result of the story (your story)....The story's only purpose is to support the foundation of our experience (our belief).....Attempting to change your story, location, job etc. or anything outside of you will not change your experience of your life....Experience is created in YOU and by YOU, so it is you who must change , not the circumstances outside of you.......