Bob & Sheri – Spiritual Attraction in Action

Recently I discovered that I am going to be featured on the Bob and Sheri Radio Show this Thursday, October 25th, 2007 at 9:00 am EST (6:00 am PST).  So, I went to learn more about them and was delighted to see this information on Sheri’s blog, as Sheri attempts to make us more aware of WORLD VISION and the urgent need for help in the Dominican Republic!

The following excerpts can be found on her blog  ….  “It’s hard to fathom this kind of extreme poverty, right at our doorstep.  ….The third poorest country in the world – how poor is that, exactly?  The average annual income in the Dominican Republic is $2,080 USD.  By comparison, the average median income in the United States – $43,318 – is just over 20 times that number….  World Vision, founded over 50 years ago and today the fifth largest relief organization in the world, operates on a simple principal.  One sponsor coming alongside one child, and, at minimal cost, providing access to better nutrition, clean drinking water, healthcare, and educational opportunities.  Sponsorship, like World Vision itself, isn’t about charity; it’s about finding solutions to root causes of poverty.  It’s about helping to create the environment and the opportunity for communities to become self-sustaining.  It’s about developing that most precious and valuable resource, the one found in even the most wretched and forgotten places: children. ”

PLEASE READ THIS BLOG! 

http://blog.bobandsheri.com/sheri/

As you can see from Sheri’s beautiful face in her pictures on her blog, and in her other blogs (like the one about Breast Cancer), it is all about the joy we get in giving and attracting to others, not just ourselves, the abundance we are all met to have!

Sheri, you are a joy!

Bless you!

You can learn more about World Vision and view videos and photos of Sheri’s trip at www.bobandsheri.com/worldvision.

Living in the Fire

As I write this the environment outside my home is filled with soot and smoke.  Over 260,000 people have been evacuated nearby.  I hear the sounds of sirens on a frequent basis and stories are coming in from all over regarding how this series of fires (in San Diego), and those in other parts of California, may be the worst ever. 

I am also aware that tonight CNN is putting on a special on Draughts and Fires as a prelude to its special tomorrow night, Planet in Peril.  It all reminds me why I wrote my book and how those of us who use the law of attraction have a tremendous opportunity to serve!

You see, I believe we are uniquely equipped to become revolutionaries of the heart!  What a chance to lift out of fear into love using law of attraction techniques and to be motivated to give and serve in whatever way we can those around us.  And, what a larger opportunity to use the ten steps in my book to devise ways to create a new kind of world.  A world based as I have said on…

Love over fear.  (Since fear is typically ego based and rooted in its fear of loss, and inability to know that Spirit is eternal, even when stuff is not).

Contribution over consumption.  (Meaning we live from spiritual principles that impulse us to be of real service to others, leading with what we know we are here to give and contribute, instead of just focusing on what we are here to get).

Being over doing.  (Which leads to a lifestyle where everyone has more time to relate to each other, themselves, our loved ones, and communities, instead of being caught up in an endless cycle of constant work just so we can attract more stuff to ourselves).

Feeling good by doing good.  (Because we know how great it really feels to leave a better world behind us and a legacy of dong the right thing so those we love can live a better life, instead of just focusing on what feels good for only us).

These are some of the basic teachings in the way I use the Law of Attraction.  And, as the fires burn right now, I hope they create a burning fire in the hearts of everyone who uses the Law of Attraction to want to use it in a far more spiritual way. In this way we have a huge opportunity to make a radical change in the world, and to attract a new way of living and being where all people are served.

Endorsements for Beyond the Secret By Well-Known Authors

I am absolutely thrilled that so many well-known authors have gotten behind my book.  Here is a list of a few.

There are natural laws in the universe and the Law of Attraction is one of them.  But the secret to using this law well comes from using it in a spiritual way.  With humor, insight, and compassion Beyond “The Secret” details basic spiritual principles that are useful in helping you attract what you need to truly live a meaningful and rewarding life.  I highly recommend this book.  -John St. Augustine, Radio Host, XM Satellite, Oprah and Friends and author, Living an Uncommon Life: Essential Lessons from 21 Extraordinary People

The wisdom of the ages keeps being rediscovered and presented to us in various forms. When it is done so in a meaningful and practical way, as it is in Lisa Love’s book, it is worth reading. There is a great deal of wisdom to be learned from her words and examples, which can easily be applied to one’s life so that you live a joyful and meaningful life. Reading this book can help you to find happiness and when you do you will be a success. While reading books which try to make you a success will not make you happy. — Bernie Siegel, MD author of 365 Prescriptions For The Soul and Prescriptions For Living“

The much-ballyhooed Law of Attraction should come with a warning — Oscar Wilde’s observation that “When the gods want to punish us, they answer our prayers.”  It is no secret that people attract what they want; the key is to want the right things, for the right reasons.  BEYOND ‘THE SECRET’ is a valuable step in this direction.” Larry Dossey, MD, Author:  THE EXTRAORDINARY HEALING POWER OF ORDINARY THINGS 

“OK, so what if we can attract some of the things we desire? As Lisa Love makes abundantly clear, what is far more important is learning what is worth desiring in the first place.” — Roger Walsh MD, Ph.D. University of California Medical School, author of Essential Spirituality: The Seven Central Practices“

Spirit communicates to us in a variety of ways–through intuition and seemingly chance occurrences.  By learning to listen to our heart and intuition, we have already started attracting what is in alignment with our in-born purpose. Beyond “The Secret” reveals the true nature of Law of Attraction, so that we may avoid the pitfalls of spiritual grasping and fulfill our true service to the world.” — Carol Adrienne, Ph.D., author of The Purpose of Your Life 

Beyond “The Secret” artfully reveals how too often our ego takes over when we use the Law of Attraction and how that sidetracks us from true spiritual pursuit.  By clarifying how to distinguish between what your ego wants from what Spirit wants for you, Dr. Love skillfully helps readers attract more of what will bring them true joy and peace.  Frederic Luskin, Ph.D.  author Forgive for Good and the Forgiveness Factor.

“Written in a clear and inviting manner, Beyond “The Secret” is a bold and fearless attempt to get readers to understand the difference between using the Law of Attraction in an egotistical, versus a spiritual way.  A very important book, indeed!” Susan Jeffers, Ph.D., author of Embracing Uncertainty and The Feel the Fear Guide to Lasting Love

In relationships, healing, and life it helps to know the true “secret” of what Spirit wants for your life.  You can attract what your ego believes you need to be happy, or you can attract what Spirit wants for you.  By showing readers how to use the Law of Attraction in a spiritual way, Dr. Love, significantly advances the understanding of this powerful law. – Bettie Youngs, Ph.D. author of The House that Love Built: The Story of Millard and Linda Fuller, Founders of Habitat for Humanity and the Fuller Center for Housing 

BEYOND THE SECRET will guide you on the path of fulfillment. Learn how to manifest from the inside, out and not only realize your deepest desires but help co-create a better world for the highest good of all.  ——Jean-Marie Hamel, Ph.D., author of Living From the Inside Out and host on Progressive Radio Network 

This book is a much needed wake up call.  Spiritual wholeness can not be found by simply using the Law of Attraction for financial or material gains.  Dr. Love explains that when you are in alignment with your true calling, abundance will be plentiful in every area of your life.  I recommend this book to anyone who wants to feel a connection to their divine purpose.  Jenniffer Weigel; Emmy Award Winning Reporter and author of Stay Tuned:  Conversations with Dad from The Other Side  

When I first saw “The Secret” on DVD I had some concerns about the simplistic manner used in conveying the message of The Law of Attraction” especially to those who were not too familiar with the concept. What I loved most about Lisa Love’s book “Beyond the Secret is that it explains in a simple yet thorough manner to the layperson what and how to use The Law of Attraction. It does not embellish any false perceptions about the possibility of ‘winning the lotto’ to someone who maybe in a severe economic situation.
This is an honest and engaging book that will take you ‘Beyond The Secret’. –Samira Rao, author of Living in Chaos is Living in Stability 

“This book is not only a wonderful response to the idea of the law of attraction but a guide as to how to manifest through faith what you need to be of the greatest service rather than what you may think you want. If the motives are pure the reward is always far greater than anything we may desire.” — Calina Burns-Owner & VP CBuJ Entertainment, BOD member Lymphatic Research Foundation

“The Law of Attraction can be an amazing tool for getting what we want in life, but are we really making the world a better place by wishing for sports cars and vacation homes? There’s nothing wrong with having dreams and goals, but they must be in alignment with what’s good for us, and for our world. That’s why Lisa Love’s book, Beyond the Secret, is recommended reading for anyone seeking to use the Law of Attraction to manifest what they want in life. Dr. Love shows us the difference between focusing on what’s good, and what is right. It’s an important distinction that can greatly affect our happiness and definition of success.”—Susan M. Heim, author, It’s Twins! Parent-to-Parent Advice from Infancy Through Adolescence“

In a very personable and accessible style, Lisa Love’s Beyond the Secret reveals essential insights into The Law of Attraction often neglected in popular books on the subject, and helps us understand the Law of Service.  She offers spiritual techniques for attracting financial resources to express our deeper purpose in the world and avoiding the pitfalls of greed and isolation.  I highly recommend it.” — Corinne McLaughlin, co-author, Spiritual Politics and co-founder of The Center for Visionary Leadership. 

Is the Spiritual Use of the Law of Attraction Incompatible with Standard LOA Teachings?

The following was sent to me by way of Email today.  Yes, if a spiritual use of the law of attraction is incompatible with what others may teach about the law of attraction, I will stand by the spiritual use instead.  But, is a spiritual use of the law of attraction really incompatible with what most teachers (many of them highly spiritual themselves) believe?  You decide.  The Email and my response is below. 

Hello Dr. Love,
First I would like to say that I am sure that you have written a wonderful book. But having read some of your blog, I feel that you work contradicts what is shared in our group.  I teach based on my healing practiced, which at it’s core philosophy, uses the teachings of Abraham-Hicks.  That works for me and I am in 100% alignment with what they teach.
I think at this time I feel that having you promote your book/services would not be a good fit for my groups.
Thank you for your inquiry though.
Blessings,
Healing LOA
 

Hi Healing LOA,

What a wonderful gift that you took time to read my blog.  It surprises me to think that what I write might contridict what you teach.  I write that we should come from the soul, not the ego, in our use of the Law of Attraction.  That we are better served by coming from a desire to contribute, than merely consume, in what we attempt to attract in this world.  I write that before we use the Law of Attraction we need to be anchored in spiritual values and desire to mainly wish to attract to ourselves a state of consciousness where we want to most of all become loving, kind, compassionate individuals, instead of just wanting more and more stuff for ourselves. 

I have read all the Hicks books and very much appreciate them.  I do not agree, however, that the Universe is here to give you anything you want and is simply an amoral place willing to grant any wish of anyone even if it is very destructive.  I think the Universe is a little more conscious than that.  I think the Universe desires most of all for all of us to become spiritual, loving, inclusive, and conscious human beings.  And, the more we become like this, the more we want everyone to prosper, which is why we often shift to a value system of wanting to live more simply, so people can simply live.

Regardless, I greatly respect that you took so much time and effort learning about me and wish you great success in your healing work.

Love and light,

Lisa

The Genie in the Bottle! Be Careful Before You Wish!

You know that genie that is associated with the Law of Attraction?  That helps you get what ever you want if you just Ask, Believe, and Receive?  Nothing wrong with that genie, or the law of attraction.  It’s neutral afterall.  It will give you whatever you want, which is why my book Beyond the Secret: Spiritual Power and the Law of Attraction encourages you to know what to wish for before you get started.

But, there are some other fun facts.  The genie in that bottle is a “jinn!”  And the jinn have a long legacy in human mythology in the Western religious traditions.  (By the way they are known as the “devas” in Eastern religions).  

Whether you know it or not jinn and devas are basically amoral creatures since they have no will of their own.  They are also  considered to be both spirits (not spiritual, just spirits not of this world) and are frequently cast in the role mythologically as demons.  In Jewish tradition the jinn were associated with the Shaitan (and word that became related to Satan and at times Lucifer).  In the Christian and Islamic traditions, the jinn were often thought to be responsible for disease both physical and mental (since they could turn around and lead you astray into areas that may not be too healthy for you).  Jesus was tempted by a Jinn (known as the Devil which is a word that means lived spelled backwards and evil is live spelled backwards), and Buddha was tempted by Mara, also a jinn like creature. 

What does this mean for the rest of us and the right use of the Law of Attraction?  It means that before we let the “jinnie” out of the bottle we need to be spiritually anchored and know how to wish and what to wish for.  Only in this way will we attract spiritual abundance before material abundance.  But, too often even Law of Attraction practioners ignore all of this and act like the jinn do saying, “Go ahead, don’t think it over.  Just wish for whatever you want!” 

Which is why I wrote my book that it is important to discover the secret of Spirit before you unleash the Law of Attraction.  Put the horse before the cart and strive to be a spiritual and good person most of all.  Feel good by desiring to DO GOOD in this world.  Then the jinn will stay in the role they are meant to stay in.  They will be directed and led by those of us who strive to be conscious, caring, loving, wise, and kind to everyone around us. That’s what my book is about and what I hope all of us who use the Law of Attraction will strive to do.

A Million Dollars or a Million People? Your Choice!

In my book I ask this question… “So what if you had $5 million, $25 million, $1 billion net worth, or were able to attract it to you?  Would you be able to handle that much money and live as Spirit would have you?  Or, would your ego kick in, making you greedy, insensitive, and unaware of how buying things mainly for your own satisfaction may be to the ultimate detriment of those around you — and even your long term happiness?” (Beyond the Secret: Spiritual Power and the Law of Attraction, pp. 153 – 154)

As I mention in my book this is a question I have struggled with for nearly two decades now.  And, quite honestly, the more I ponder it the more I want everyone who strives to use the Law of Attraction to get wealthy just to indulge their egos to do the rest of us a favor – DON’T BOTHER!  Save us the trouble.  I outline how the ego uses money in my Spirit and You chapter, and the rest of us can’t afford any more to have egotistical people get wealthy.  Here’s why!

The planet is dying!  At this point in humanity’s evolution we can only afford to have people who are spiritual be the custodians of our remaining resources and wealth.

How will spiritual people use wealth?

• They will be visionaries creating, attracting, and building a future that moves humanity forward into a better way of life.
• They will adhere to spiritual values (regardless of religious tradition) and be oriented towards service.
• Even if they aquire a massive amount of money, they will live comparatively simply and will view the wealth they have as being primarily a resource to help them move humanity forward towards a better future.
• They will advocate LESS consumption of our planetary resources, not more!
• They will advocate MORE time for quality of life so we have time to relate to our loved ones and live more healthy, relaxed, and fit lifestyles.
• They will come from LOVE and not fear.  Because of this they will encourage the rest of us to take time to build community and take better care of the belongings we already have.
• They will build BRIDGES for greater understanding between people of various nationalities, religions, races, age groups, belief systems, and sexes.
• They will CARE FOR the poor, elderly, children, animals, homeless and helpless on this Earth.
• And, they will advocate the use of the Law of Attraction as a means to LIVE SIMPLY, so people can simply live!

Now, if you are a Republican (in the United States political system) that’s fine!  Amass wealth and through charitable endeavors and foundations do like Andrew Carnegie suggested in his book The Gospel of Wealth (and Bill Gates is modeling for other wealthy people) GIVE MOST OF IT AWAY for the benefit of others! 

And, if you are a Democrat (again in the United States political system) then use government constructively and be fisically responsible and conservative as you maintain our cities, keep them free of crime, give health care to all, make sure our children are educated well (in public and private institutions), and that our elderly and poor are taken care of when in need.

Or, better yet, do both!  I mean as I see it we live more in a Plutacracy than a Democracy right now anyway.  (A Plutacracy is government for the wealthy by the wealthy).  Though, quite frankly if the wealthiest amongst us were truly being spirtual with the money they attract and using it in the ways I list above, well then a Plutacracy wouldn’t even be that bad to live under!

Face it!  It’s time to use the Law of Repulse to get rid of the glorified notion that the apex of one’s life is becoming powerful and proving it to others by amassing a great deal of wealth and showing it off.  Supposedly 1% of the world’s population now owns and controls 99% of the world’s wealth.  Sadly, for the most part they are fairly self-indulgent with what they have.  If this is true, it cannot be sustained.   Let’s stop acting like money is the end game and greed is good.  It isn’t.  Let’s stop telling the genie in the bottle that we want to use the Law of Attraction to create this kind of world.

Instead, let’s create one where BEING is more important than doing.  Where RELATING is more important than endless work.  Where LOVE overcomes fear (and weapons will be something none of us want and need).  Where children, women, the poor and oppressed are respected and taught how to lift themselves up in the right way.   Yes, use the Republican ideal of teaching people how to fish so they can lift themselves up.  (And, by the way that is a far cry from pushing people under the water and causing them to drown so they don’t have a chance of surviving and don’t threaten you as they try to get ahead).  We can also use the Deomcratic ideal (and in my religious upbringing also the Christian ideal) of giving people some fish until we can hand them fishing poles and teach them how to become “fishermen” (and women) themselves!  (And, that is a far cry from leaving people vulnerable, ignorant, dependent and helpless because they get conditioned to always looking for a handout because they don’t know any other way to live).

Most of all.. LET’S WISH TO HELP A MILLION PEOPLE to become better, more loving, kind, creative, and prosperous… more than we wish for a million dollars to just indulge our egos.

That’s the kind of use of the Law of Attraction I want to see in the world. How about you? 

The House That Love Built

I had the huge pleasure this past weekend of attending a conference that in part promoted a new book called The House That Love Built: The Story of Linda & Millard Fuller, Founders of Habitat for Humanity and the Fuller Center for Housing by Bettie B. Youngs.  I also had the honor of meeting Linda and Millard Fuller who were examples of what I teach in my book. 

The book chronicles Millard’s early ambitions to “get rich quick” and how his quest to attract great wealth and become a multi-millionairre in his life eventually lead to the potential dissolution of his marriage with his wonderful and cherished wife, Linda.  Through their commitment to a life based upon attracting spiritual values, they turned their lives around and dedicated themselves to service and sacrifice.  The end result?  Instead of putting the emphasis on one million dollars, they give their wealth away and shift their focus to helping one million people have housing through the founding of Habitat For Humanity.   

With great faith and huge love their dedication to serve has now helped millions all over the world.  And, despite a recent crisis in 2005 where Linda and Millard were fired from the very organization they had founded and served for nearly thirty years, that faith and love continued as they quickly regrouped and established The Fuller Center for Housing so they could continue their quest to serve, and continue to do so on guiding principles of charity that is not based on the usual Law of Attraction approach of “what’s in it for me?”, but the better principle of “how can I help?” 

This is an amazingly inspiring story from two people who live the ten step process advocated in my book.  And, I total recommend it to you so you can discover why living “Beyond the Secret” can attract to you a life that is truly worth living. 

Why Beyond the Secret is a Radical Approach

Yes!  I have finally decided that I am a revolutionary.  As my book advocates, I think it is time we have a revolution of the heart!  It is time that we finally decide that it is more worthwhile to revolve around soul values, than egotistical ones.  And, only when we do that will we attract what is of real value in this world.  So, here is one major revolution we need to make.

We need to no longer support the notion that success is equivalent to how much stuff we acquire. 

Success needs to be based once and for all on an abudance of spiritual values and how well we implement those in our lives through service and sacrifice. 

As long as we as a whole applaud individuals who acquire a lot of material possessions at the expense of their ability to serve and do good in the world, we are doomed!  Literally!  As the 11th Hour movie reveals the approach of glorifying consumption is now causing the extinction of the entire human race!  What in the world are we doing to ourselves?  Why in the world do we want to continue to applaud individuals who do not live by basic spiritual principles, and who amass great wealth and give so little of it away.

By the way, want a closer look at how the wealthiest among us are using their money?  Check out this new book just released by Forbes on how the wealthiest 400 amongst us live and give, or fail to!  All the Money in the World: How the Forbes 400 Make–and Spend–Their Fortunes by Peter W. Bernstein and Annalyn Swan 

The Power of Kindness

You never know how a simple act of kindness can change your life and the life of another individual.  In my book Beyond the Secret I mention how a simple act of kindness radically changed the life of the character Jon Valjean in the book and play Les Miserables.  So, when I was at Barnes and Noble the other day (eagerly awaiting to see my own book there in the store this October 19th), my eye naturally was drawn to the title, The Power of Kindness: The Unexpected Benefits of Leading a Compassionate Life by Piero Ferrucci , on the cover of a book.  Even more to my delight was the name of the author, Piero Ferrucci, who I have admired for a long time now.  His books Inevitable Grace and What We May Be were always favorites of mine, along with the practice of Psychosynthesis, which I once received training in.  In Beyond the Secret I also mention Soul qualities that are helpful to cultivate.  And, Piero’s book expands on these in a beautiful way.  Which is why I totally recommend the book and advocate that we all follow it’s wonderful teachings. 

Outrageous Joy Comes from Love

Another way I agree with the Abraham-Hicks teachings is when they affirm that you are here to experience what they call Well-Being.  As you experience this you will understand you are adored and blessed.  This is what I call love.  The Hicks also go on to express how the Universe is lining up to help you experience this energy of love so that all events you are co-creating can fulfill, satisfy and please you, giving you more joy in the moment.

In my own mystical experiences I have at times been saturated with this energy of love.  And, I have at times used salt water as a metaphor for love.  Salt water exists in our oceans, air, and even in our bodies.  Like love it is everywhere.  Ironically, when we drink salt water we have a difficult time assimilating it.  In many ways the same is true of love.  Real love, not the false love I speak about in my Beyond the Secret book, vibrates at the level of the soul.  Many people fail to recognize and access real love because like salt water they don’t know how to assimilate it.  How do we do this?  By learning to vibrate to the frequency of real love by becoming truly loving — and soulful — individuals. 

But, here is the paradox and where the Abraham – Hicks books can hit the skids and take you down a rather slippery slope.  Because these statements about Well Being are followed quickly by statements that indicate that because the Universe is loving, it is here to give you anything, yes anything, you desire or want!  If you are not getting what you want the reason is simple.  You are “holding yourself in a vibrational holding pattern that does not match the vibration of your desire.  That is the only reason – ever!”  (Hicks, 2004, Ask and It is Given, p. 15)  

My own experiences, religious, psychological, metaphysical, and spiritual training have shown me that I couldn’t disagree more!  You see when we vibrate at the level of the soul and access the energy field of love all around us, we want less, and not more!  Much like the St. Francis prayer in the Tap Into Your Feelings Chapter in my book, our whole orientation shifts and we discover a wonderful thing that many spiritual teachings reveal, it is in giving we receive!  Because as we align with source we empty out!  The more we empty, the more room we have to be fulfilled again.  That is why I state that the path to real Well Being is the path of Surrender, Align, and Contribute!  That is the path to outrageous joy and love!  But, instead of seeing how much “stuff out there” you can want, attract to yourself, and fill up with, you see how much “space in here” you can create so there is room for you to be truly fulfilled. 

And, every — yes I mean every — ecstatic experience I have ever had, hasn’t been about thinking about what I want and figuring out how to get it.  It has always, always, always, been about surrender!  Like orgasm, it is about relaxing, getting out of your mind (its plans, designs, beliefs), opening up, letting go, and taking a leap of not knowing, just BEING.  That is true Well – Being.  Many years ago I called it Well -Fullness.  You empty out your well so it can become full.  There is the joy!  There is the love!  There is so much bliss and peace.  Those who have tasted it know.  And, they will never be the same again.  May you be blessed to one day empty out enough in surrender to get one taste (which will start to raise your vibration enough that you will then get many tastes) as well.