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A Break from Being Human
The human experience can be rough, so some of us long for a break. A break from the grief of losing someone we love. A break from being mired in daily struggle. A break from being human. This is the first time Erik spoke to me without the need of a question prompt. He spoke with…
Dealing with Bad Shit
I just finished Part One of my channeling session with Raylene for the February Monthly Q&A. I plan on posting it as a YouTube on Saturday. Then on Tuesday, we’ll finish the other questions, which will probably be published as two YouTubes, Wednesday and Saturday. The problem is that Raylene couldn’t control the number of…
Rising Above the Struggle
I’m trying to think of another thing to “vlog” about. If there’s anything you guys want me to film, let me know. This is an old post, but for some reason, I felt compelled to publish it again. Maybe I was nudged to do so to help one of you. Me: Erik, there are so…
The Root of Suffering
I’m sorry that their was no post yesterday. I thought I’d take the holiday off. I hope you all took the time to feel thankful for the great Martin Luther King, Jr. He did so much for so many, and I look forward to interviewing him. Today’s post is about suffering. It’s very relevant given…
Struggle
In order to fully grasp and get the most out of our human experience, it’s essential to understand the anatomy of our struggles and of suffering in general. Throughout this book, Erik has helped me understand what I struggle with the most, why I do and what it takes to overcome it. I also came…
It’s All About Perspective
In the beginning of this channeling session, I asked about the hardships one of our family friends had to endure during much of her youth. For obvious reasons, I’ve changed her name to protect her privacy. But I share this with you, because many of us struggle with adversity at some time in our lives,…
The Gift of Human Struggles
I’m reposting this because my blog crashed, and I had to restore it from a backup on the server. Unfortunately, the backup was created before I posted this. Sorry! Many of us have had a life filled with hardships and tragedies. I look back on mine and see a path littered with potholes, some the…
Best of Erik: A Break From Being Human
This repost is about respite. A break from the grief of losing someone we love. A break from being mired in daily struggle. A break from being human. This is the first time Erik spoke to me without the need of a question prompt. He spoke with solemn passion. How timely. Erik: You know, Mom,…
How to Recover from the Past
Many of you have stumbled onto the blog from various places, including the Channeling Erik YouTube channel. I invite you to buy a copy of my book, My Son and the Afterlife. It’s available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, other online booksellers and brick and mortar bookstores. Remember that by doing so, you’ll receive an…
Knowing What He Knows Now
We have a winter storm warning here in Houston. Unbelievable. I can only imagine what you Northerners are going through! Bundle up people! It’s a great time to sit in a cozy chair, wrap yourself in a blanket, drink a mug of hot cocoa and read through the archives! Me: If you were to be…
Best of Erik: For Those Who Struggle
Me: Okay, let’s ask some questions that are hopefully going to help our listeners. What advice do you have for those who are struggling? Jamie: Erik’s sits off to my right. Erik: What kind of struggle are we talking about? Me (laughing): Well, I thought you’d be able to help me with that one! They…
A Break From Being Human
As the holidays approach, some of us long for a break. A break from the grief of losing someone we love. A break from being mired in daily struggle. A break from being human. This is the first time Erik spoke to me without the need of a question prompt. He spoke with solemn passion….
A River Runs Through It
Me: Okay, here’s a long one from a reader. Let me see if I can encapsulate it. “One thing that I’ve yet to understand through this now is the time we look inside for everything, into the heart, as externally is where the things we cannot control are. So, if our focus is internally, in…
Let’s Help This Sweet Boy
Blog member, Wanda, sent me this heart-wrenching video about 7th grader, Jonah Mowry, who has been tormented by his peers since second grade. His wisdom shines through his pain like a graceful pair of dancers, causing me to wonder if he’s here more to teach than to learn. I’ve invited him to join our loving…
Helping Those Who Want Out
Here’s some advice from Erik that comes from a channeling session this past summer: Jamie: You know, your boy and I have been having some talks. Me: Oh really? Tell me, tell me! Jamie: Yeah, I got two emails asking him to hold back on the F#@*#s. And I said ‘I told you! I told…
Love and Trauma
Michelle and I have had our first session with our trauma and EMDR therapist last week. In that hour and a half, we both shared our war stories and filled out all sorts of assessment forms. We don’t start the actual EMDR until the third session, but already, I’ve encountered an amazing epiphany. I would…
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
At long last, I’ve been urged (strongly) to seek treatment for my PTSD. Okay, we’re talking major arm twisting here, because I’m a typical mom who feels that everyone else’s needs must be addressed and nurtured before I tend to my own wounds. So, with five kids, a husband and friends (including cyber friends), I…
How to Rise Above Your Struggles
Me: Erik, there are so many people who are struggling in so many ways. Some of us grieve over a loss, some of us have trouble with a relationship, raising kids, making ends meet, dealing with bosses or co-workers, and even figuring out why we’re here in the first place. My god, the list of…
Missing a Loved One?
Many of you have found your way to this oasis of hope by following a trail of tears. Many of you grieve. Many of you have suffered under the heavy burden of loss. You find camaraderie here. Understanding. Unity. Friendship. Compassion. But it doesn’t replace the son, daughter, lover, friend or sibling that is no…