Archive for July, 2008
Do Men have Special Needs?
Posted by David Ellzey on July 25th, 2008
It Is Time For Men To Grow Up.
Let me be clear. I am not being judgemental of men’s sometimes childish behavior, although if I am honest, I can call my own view of my world often a pouting boy’s view. Let’s be honest. Both women and men as adults are very often working through childhood issues in their adult life. So this post is just addressing a recurring theme that I noticed this past week with a few men in my private coaching practice. I am moved to write about it here in an attempt to shine light on it and support us, as men, to move past its limitations.
This theme I refer to above had to do with these men finally giving themselves permission to allow their own soul to be independent of their father’s influence and rules. For these men there were emotions of grief and self love that surfaced for the first time from a well deep inside. What I am moved to say here is, "My dear brothers, we are magnificent in our gifts as souls, not just in traditional "men’s" roles, but as stewards of our loved ones, our families, the planet, and ourselves."
It’s very important to clarify that I am not referring to this men’s path as more important than the role women play on this planet. In fact , this preoccupation with "men vs women" must begin to be dissolved. This old paradigm of viewing each other with separation and enemy status hinders our own soul evolution, and thus the plant’s awakening to who we are beyond these roles. And who we are is the essence of why I am writing this. These men this week were moved to stretch their own wings of freedom, power, love, wisdom, and above all to see new horizons of unlimited being and possibility. They felt they were more than mere men, but rather the unlimited being that Lester Levenson and many ancients point toward.
After all, it is from this unlimited Presence and Awareness that we - as men and women - can know ourselves beyond our conditioned self-view which may have originated from parents or anyone else’s perspective. In turn this allows us to open to life’s riches and our own love of Self and the world. So men, let go of being your father’s boy and awaken to your own great soul, with humility, love and awesome Presence of Being. It’s time. The planet needs you as much as you need yourself to step out from the shadows. And as brothers doing it together, hey, this could be fun and life-changing. Are you ready? Let’s do it.
Effortless Relationships? Are you crazy?
Posted by David Ellzey on July 17th, 2008
For me, so many relationships have changed because of letting go of needing to defend a position or opinion. Frankly, it is a huge relief. I recommend it! This weekend I am looking forward to leading a training on how to let go of your emotional baggage that you normally assert into all your relationships. However, even more powerful is seeing the roles you have learned to play in the relationships in your life: fixer, caretaker, savior, nice girl, nice boy, etc etc. Much of this is learned behavior and not authentically from your own heart and Self.
This is the forest we will walk through this weekend here in New York City on the Effortless Relationships course. On this two day journey we will find numerous clearings to find out who we truly are beneath the masks we’ve picked up.
And just as importantly is the primary relationship … to your Self.
Experiment right now. Find just one non-supportive judgement you have about yourself. Do it right now. Take a moment now. Pause and now … let it go. It only holds your power and love back. See how you feel when you let self judgement go. This, too, can change how you relate to yourself, and thus, to the world.
For more information on this weekend’s course, see the LIVE Seminars link in the link bar above.
Here’s to living in effortless flow of happiness and success,
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De-Stress This Weekend!
Posted by David Ellzey on July 11th, 2008
A Special Note to You on This Weekend’s Sedona Method Course.
(And all of you who visit this site)
Listen to a special message from David to each of you.
(One minute and twenty four seconds. Speakers on?)
Welcome! If you are on this weekend’s Sedona Method course, you are beginning to know that it is possible to let go of and be free of the many emotions like fear, anger, and anxiety that normally run your life. This is no small discovery! If I were a congregation, I’d say, "Hallelujah!, Amen!".
If you are arriving to this site for the first time, take a glance at the free peek (to the right) of an introductory evening. I also suggest going to the "Free Stuff" page and get a sense of how to quiet the mind right here in this very moment!
Come back often for more great news and for when the next courses are. Why wait to feel happier and free of the emotional rollercoaster of daily life. Read the "Client’s Success" page for how people just like you benefit from this life-changing tool.
See you soon!
Here’s to your freedom and happiness,
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Happy Fourth Of July Weekend! Independence Day?
Posted by David Ellzey on July 6th, 2008
Independence or Oneness?
Which is the way this world will survive?
This is a very short note just to share a few thoughts about this idea of independence.
Here, historically, a group of souls broke away from the oppression of the time. It was a step to expressing freedom. Today, we find ourselves on a small planet, all nations, mutually dependent. Discovering our common purpose of well being will determine our survival and quality of life.
In the 80’s I travelled to the then, Soviet Union. It was during the Cold War and we were told they were the evil empire. Upon arriving I found cetainly some restrictive ways of life, but the people themselves embraced me and brought tears to my eyes at how they desired to connect and celebrate our kinship.
Today, we are told of many evil empires, creating more separation. But more importantly, can you find the places inside where you feel hate or fear, which creates separation from the love of your own Self? It is an unprecedented time of challenge and opportunity for breakthroughs in healing ~ both personally and globally. It’s time for us to embrace life, liberty, and happiness, individually, and as the human family on this small spinning garden.
Here’s to your freedom ~ inside and out,
9-Day Retreat Ends, But It’s Just The Beginning …
Posted by David Ellzey on July 2nd, 2008
Who Are You ~ And Why This Question Matters
(A lot).
My time here in Sedona at the Sedona Method 9-Day Ultimate Freedom Retreat has ended, but its impact will last beyond time and quiets the most stubborn minds.
The four foundational processes of letting go with the Sedona Method remain powerful. When the soul calls for it, however, the next exploration is to investigate the source of ALL suffering, the sense of a separate "me" that must change, fix, or accomplish things before it can feel whole or be at peace. We call this simply The Fifth Way. But instead of me writing more, click on the video below and let Hale Dwoskin, my good friend and the Director of Sedona Training Associates, explain it a bit more. I am in this video too with a grin that reflects the joy of 9-Days of recognizing that freedom is our true nature. Not so bad, huh? And heeeere’s Hale …
(One more thing. I didn’t share this past week’s blogs with you just as a travelogue (Scroll down for all my entries), but as an invitation for you to know ~ either for the first time learning about the Sedona Method, or as a graduate, that there is a treasure of boundless peace when you continue this track of recognizing your true nature. You’ll find it as Lester says, "Just behind the mind", and beneath the appearance of suffering that we are all so used to. After the video, check our calendar now (and in the near future as well) for the courses and free introductory evenings where you can become unwavering in knowing this true nature that is you. Also enjoy my video and audio support on the "Free Stuff" page.) And now - get your popcorn and enjoy this short 2 minute video.