Since many of our troubles spring from not staying present in the now, I still would like some clarification on suffering consciously. Now as the name implies, is it just a matter of bringing ourselves to consciously seeing what we normally miss? Is there any virtue in suffering? Sometimes, when an upset occurs, I turn or move toward the issue and it seems to nearly evaporate. Also, after I've...

Last night, while trying to sleep, I was troubled with thoughts of a relationship that has brought me problems. I was trying to simply watch what was happening instead of dwelling on the thoughts passing through me. It seemed for a brief moment that I could feel the darkness passing through me since I was watching it and trying not to be caught up in it. This darkness seemed to have an almost...

After a loved one passed away, I began my spiritual quest. Soon after came an amazing and divine experience. In an instant every veil was lifted and I was given a gift; the ability to distinguish illusion from truth. I felt completely at peace and in a constant state of bliss. Fear was gone, and in its place was faith and knowing. All my "buttons" had disappeared -- conflict and anger seemed r...

I've got a few questions to ask. My first question is on something that Mr. Finley said during his "To Touch the Timeless Mind" address. He said something along the lines of, "It is not we who create love, kindness, freedom; the truth is these things create us." I am completely fascinated by this statement and have a basic understanding on what it means, but would love to hear his explanation...

Topics covered: The root of fear is a mistaken identity; Seeking approval from others to prove your worthiness; Learning to use fear instead of it using you; Letting go is an inside job; Using conscience to explore possibilities; Connecting with the presence moment; As goes my attention so comes my experience; Awakening to the parts of you that project a negative reality; Using moments of nega...

It's so easy to lapse into complacency. Even when things (inevitably) don't go smoothly, I tend to forget that I want to put God first in my life. My wish just seems to get carried away in this huge wave of events, people, and the thoughts and feelings that comprise my world. How can I help myself wake up more often and remember (even though it may make things more "difficult") what it is that...

I've been trying for sixty years to overcome my negative, dark states. I'm divorced, lonely, have no kids... I'm broke and likely to lose my job next year. I have lost all hope of ever changing. I feel like I have nothing to live for and I'm not going to become "enlightened." I can't find a purpose in my every day life. On my best days, I talk myself into believing I'm a child of God, and for...

My father is old and very ill. My mother is taking care of him. She is very sad, stressed and weary from this task. I try to help when I can. My question is, what can be done for her emotionally? Also, can I do anything to help my father be less frightened of this? My son (15) is also having difficulty with this situation. I guess we are all just not sure what to do. Thanks for anything you ca...

I found your videos on youtube and loved and felt the truth in all you said. My whole being has changed in the last few months. My family and friends seem to be struggling with this change in me, but that's fine. I have never felt happier or more free. I don't get stressed anymore regardless of what is happening, and I have found a new world within me that is so peaceful, so content. I am now...

I am very confused and puzzled when it comes to my own specific circumstances. I'm unsure about which way to go...what to do...to get out of "wrong" life that I am in for years. Along with a troubled marriage, I am paying for making the totally wrong choices for myself, being so messed up that I somehow got lost on the wrong road, to nowhere, to misery...Absolutely not liking even a minute of...

Dear Guy: I am interested in your email classes... I really need more spirituality and GOD in my life... especially now. I need to find out WHAT GOD wants me to do...I FEEL He has a SPECIAL job or MISSION now, for the last 8 yrs. and STILL cannot find out what this is... AM I CRAZY? I have tried to meditate but always seem to fall asleep... what am I doing wrong? (I feel like Satan is preventi...

Hi, Guy: I just stumbled upon your podcasts and have been listening to them all evening. They are totally in tune with my experiences and what I have learned. I recently lost my spiritual guide/confidant and am looking for a new one. I am a very sensitive singer/songwriter/gifted person whose career has climbed very fast lately. I can easily get off track if I don't have a spiritual guide I ca...