Soul Search

As adults we tend to lose that unfiltered amazement of the world we had as children. Our agendas take over instead because we think wonder is a luxury we can no longer afford. But could it be that what we seem to have lost in our adult lives has never left us? And that recapturing wonder can reconnect us with what's always been most essential to us?

Bernie Dickson is a photographer and mother of two special needs boys. Her profession requires her to see the world a bit differently than most of us. Hear the story about how photography and acceptance of her kids came together one  beautiful night. And how a community came around to support her. 

See photos from her Acceptance Exhibit here.

Nita takes us on a walk through the neighborhood where she grew up. It's more than a nostalgic walk though. There was something to the place that held spiritual significance. It’s where she came to learn about herself and feel at home in the world. There’s something important about holding on to your home, even if it’s now only a sweet childhood memory.  

We all get stuck in negative thinking at times. Use this affirmation to reclaim the truth about who you are. You are worthy of love simply because you're human. It's not about how successful you are. And it doesn't go away just because you fail.

Love is never earned. It just IS.

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When the Earth Yelled Back at Me by Alaskan Tapes

We all feel anxious at times. Use this affirmation to remind yourself that there is a calm, wise person deep within you that is capable of doing hard things. When hurt and guilt and shame lose their grip on you, this is who remains because this is who you are.

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Of Woods and Seas by Alaskan Tapes

We often see what lies ahead of us through the lens of fear. Use this affirmation to remind yourself that fear is there to protect you from being hurt, but it can also hold you back. Deep within you is a source of wisdom, strength and courage needed to walk your journey. Time of struggle can help you discover it.

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Places by Alaskan Tapes

You were born capable of meeting people's deepest needs. But it has nothing to do with strength or intelligence or beauty, or anything else you've been taught to believe you need to be. Your compassionate, unguarded presence is what people need most from you and it is a gift you've always possessed.

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Intersect by Alaskan Tapes 

We tend to compensate for what we believe are our deficiencies by "adding on" in life. But reading books, listening to podcasts, buying more stuff won't necessarily get you to where you long to be. Use this affirmation to claim the beautiful mystery to you beneath what you hold onto that only life itself can reveal.

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Simple Math by Alaskan Tapes

Life is full of demands. Sometimes it feels that you have to hold the whole world up on your shoulders. There's no time for pausing because it seems like it's not allowed. Use this affirmation to give yourself permission to slow down, breathe and take notice that in all your trying, you're never alone.

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Everything, Everywhere by Alaskan Tapes  

Feeling lost or stuck in life is not the same as being alone. The dark valleys we often walk through can help us see new possibilities for our lives and encounter assisting forces that show the way. We're not in control, but if we pay attention we'll find that Life itself is working for our healing and pointing us to a path toward wholeness.

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The Sound of Swimming Underwater by Alaskan Tapes