Affirmation – Skip Jennings

What A Week! ! The Little Book For BIG Transformations! (+ Gift )

Hey there! What a week it’s been!

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>> An elegant inauguration ushering in a new administration on January 20.

>> That moving poem by Amanda Gorman, award-winning writer, cum laude graduate of Harvard University, and the youngest inaugural poet at 22 years-old.

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>> And, my book, The Little Book for BIG Transformations was released on January 21!!

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Have you taken the opportunity to read Day 1’s entry?

You still can!

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The Little Book for Big Transformations: 31 Days of Inner Visions and Spiritual Practices (2nd edition)

These daily devotions, teachings and affirmations will help you find inner peace, joy and inspiration!

Please accept my my gift of Day 1: Stuck No More
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Enjoy Day 1 of The Little Book for Big Transformations!

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Namaste,

REV SKIP

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Minister, Author, Speaker, Coach
Mind Body Spirit Solution L L C

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PS: Go HERE to download Day 1 of The Little Book for Big Transformations!!

Have a Healthy Thanks-Giving (+ Awakening Your Spiritual Journey)

It’s that time of year again — the holidays!

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Thanksgiving is a day I treasure!

It’s when I get to see my momma.

But, I’m not going to see my eighty year old mom this year, which makes me feel sad.

I bet your holiday plans have changed, too.

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So, I want to share my favorite Thanksgiving Reading with you.

I read it every year.

It’s my personal reminder of the sacredness of this holiday

Not only that, Howard Thurman is my favorite scholar!!

One of my greatest teachers and inspirational people.

This reading is from his book, For The Inward Journey, and it is entitled, “A Litany of Thanksgiving.”

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Today, I make my Sacrament of Thanksgiving.

I begin with the simple things of my days:
Fresh air to breathe

Cool water to drink

The taste of food

The protection of houses and clothes

he comforts of home.

For all these I make an act of Thanksgiving this day!

I bring to mind all the warmth of humankind that I have known:
My mother’s arms

The strength of my father

The playmates of my childhood
The wonderful stories brought to me from the lives of many who talked of days gone by when fairies and giants and all kinds of magic held sway;
The tears I have shed

The tears I have seen

The excitement of laughter and the twinkle in the eye with its reminder that life is good.

For all these I make an act of Thanksgiving this day.

I finger one by one the messages of hope that awaited me at the crossroads:
The smile of approval from those who held in their hands the reins of my security;

The tightening of the grip in a single handshake when I feared the step before me in the darkness;

The whisper in my heart when the temptation was fiercest and the claims of appetite were not to be denied;

The crucial word said, the simple sentence from an open page when my decision hung in the balance.

For all these I make an act of Thanksgiving this day.

I pass before me the mainsprings of my heritage:
The fruits of the labors of countless generations who lived before me, without whom my own life would have no meaning;

The seers who saw visions and dreamed dreams;

The prophets who sensed a truth greater than the mind could grasp and whose words could only find fulfillment in the years which they would never see;

The workers whose sweat has watered the trees, the leaves of which are for the healing of the nations;
The pilgrims who set their sails for lands beyond all horizons, whose courage made paths into new worlds and far-off places;

The saviors whose blood was shed with a recklessness that only a dream could inspire and God could command.
For all this I make an act of Thanksgiving this day.

I linger over the meaning of my own life and the commitment to which I give the loyalty of my heart and mind:
The little purposes in which I have shared with my loves,

my desires,

my gifts;

The restlessness which bottoms all I do with its stark insistence that I have never done my best,

I have never reached for the highest;

The big hope that never quite deserts me,

that I and my kind will study war no more,

that love and tenderness and all the inner graces of Almighty affection will cover the life of the children of God as the waters cover the sea.

All these and more than mind can think and heart can feel,
I make as my sacrament of Thanksgiving to Thee,

Our Father, in humbleness of mind and simplicity of heart.

Dr. Howard Thurman

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Isn’t that beautiful?

And, so very meaningful.

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Just like my High Conscious Conversations guest this Wednesday, November 25, 11 am PDT .

I am so happy to share that Akuyoe Graham is my guest!!

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Akuyoe Graham, born in Ghana, West Africa, is a performing artist and an Agape licensed Practitioner and Spiritual Counselor.

She is the Founder and CEO of the nonprofit, arts organization, Spirit Awakening Foundation, named after her critically acclaimed one-woman play, Spirit Awakening. Akuyoe’s play and her essays are used for curriculum at USC, Berkeley and Stanford Universities.

As Spirit Awakening Foundation’s CEO, Akuyoe oversees the implementation of her innovative arts programs in over 12 schools and juvenile facilities for incarcerated children. Named one of the best nonprofits, Spirit Awakening Foundation has been recognized as a leader in transformational studies for systems-involved youth and is currently scaling its programs for national implementation.

The Foundation collaborates and works in partnership with the LA County Department of Arts and Culture, the LA County
Probation Department, the LA County Office of Education, the LA County Board of Supervisors, and numerous other organizations and institutions.

In 2019, Akuyoe was selected to serve a 2-year term as a member of the Office of Violence Prevention Community Partnership Council (CPC).

She is also an award-winning actor in television and film, a frequent TEDx speaker, both locally and internationally and the recipient of many awards. Some of these include: A Season for Nonviolence Local Hero Award, The Children’s Life Saving Angel of the Year Award, Artshare LA’s Artist of the Year Award, The Miriam Makeba Award, amongst many others. Akuyoe was also one of 2018’s Walden Award Honorees alongside her teacher and mentor Rev. Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith and Oprah Winfrey.

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So, mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 18, 11 am PDT and join Akuyoe and me, Rev. Skip, for a High Conscious Conversation!

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It has been said that we are in the midst of a Great Awakening.

Truth be told, awakenings, just like dark nights of the soul , are not a one + done experience. They are ongoing.

And, so, it is essential to have a guide on your journey.

I invite you to join me, Friday, Nov 27, 07:00 am PST for:

Awakening Your Spiritual Journey
With Skip Jennings

It is crucial to understand the universal principles that govern your life so that you can apply them to your everyday life.

Like gravity, spiritual laws are operating whether you’re thinking of them, or, not.

As a divine being, your invitation is to explore spiritual beliefs so that you can create the life you desire.

Join me Friday for a talk and guided meditation to awaken your spiritual journey.

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See you Wednesday for High Conscious Conversation s and Friday for, Awakening Your Spiritual Journey.

Namaste,

REV SKIP

I Got You!! Find Your YES During Challenging Times (Join me Friday + Saturday)

Below please find my latest published inspirational blog post in the Agape International Spiritual Center’s Inner Visions Online magazine.

Inner Visions

“Where is Your Church?”
Rev Skip Jennings

Quote: “Nature is my church. Love is my religion.” – Anonymous

To church or not to church, is that really the question? I know; the word church can be a trigger. But take a breath and open your mind. What is the true meaning of church vs. what you were told? When I was growing up, I learned that church is a place where I connect with God. It was a space where I experience community. In the traditional sense of church, it became a learning tool. I received a foundational understanding of God and how to feel connected to a greater force than myself. As I began to open my mind, I outgrew my Baptist upbringing. I became aware; the church is anywhere I deemed it to be.

Today, I continue to use this understanding but in a more expansive paradigm. I can commune with Spirit every moment of my life. God and community are everywhere present, never absent; therefore, my church is where I recognize the divine. Church can be in the garden, having lunch with friends, in a fitness class, driving down a busy highway, and even on the dance floor. Church is anything sacred; it is without walls and cannot be contained in religion.

I believe the sole purpose of our human life is to wake up to our divine selves. Our spiritual communities are created as a way to fellowship with like-minded individuals. Creating the new definition for the church is understanding the Omnipresence of Spirit, and we can activate the feeling of connection anywhere.

In our New Thought movement, we consciously use the word ‘center’ because of the baggage church carries, but I invite us to requalify and bring new meaning to church. Webster calls it “a place of worship.” Where is your church today? Where do you worship? Where do you connect with God?

Affirmation:
Today, worship is everywhere. I am the new church, and the doors are wide open for communion. And so, I am. And so, it is. Amen!

I want to help you Find Your YES during these challenging times

For words cannot express the heaviness I feel.

We live in a divided country.

But there is hope.
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The Life Visioning Process, created by Michael Beckwith, is a spiritual technology designed to help catch a higher vision for our lives.

Join me, Rev Skip, this Friday, Nov 6th 7:00 AM On Insight Timer.

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Together, we can consciously rise above the current state of affairs and create a paradigm shift.

Racism + social inequality is a call for spiritual activists to rise.

You might not know what to do, but you feel the need to do something. This is a time for the action of activism, anchored in spiritual practice. This guided meditation invites us to ask, “What is mine to do?”
Join Rev Skip at the Practical Mystic’s Playground Saturday, Nov 7th 8:00 AM PST

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Gentle Reminder: Limited Course Offer on The Spiritual Life App, just for you!

Learn different spiritual technologies + how to apply them daily in my new 10-day course.

Take full responsibility for your spiritual evolution. (typically available on the app for premium members)

The Spiritual Life App is filled with premium content created
and curated by me to uplift, inspire + transform you daily!

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Make sure your register for Friday and Saturday’s event so that you know that you are not alone!

Peace + Many Blessings,

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REV SKIP

The Spiritual Life

Skip has launched a new app where spirituality and fitness meet toward a balance of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of good health, loaded with inspiring content for the mind, body and spirit.

Many of us are affected by how we handle the stress that life brings us. As we journey through life, it is essential to find our balance. Our mind can control most of our natural healing capabilities. For the Mind, I have videos of inspirational talks, such as “The Gratitude Practice”, “The Power of Three, and “How Do We Get Back to Love”, designed to guide you into feeling more connected to all living things and learn the power of our deep mind.

Keeping our Body healthy includes eating foods that are nutritious, exercising to keep our body strong and understanding the importance of the natural wonders of fresh air, sunlight and clean water. The app features several videos and tips on fitness, including “Yoga, Cardio Zen Elevation, Workout, Fitness for Love and Gratitude, which are complimentary recipes for holistic healing to experience wellness on a deeper level.

Our spiritual health is another important part of our overall-wellness. It connects us to a greater being and helps shed light on life and purpose. I have put together videos on “Guided Meditation and several podcasts on “The Journey to Spiritual Greatness”, “Self Love, Part I: Learning to Love Ourselves Fully”, “Messages from the Divine,” and “Global Healing During Covid 19″.

When our body, mind, and spirit are aligned, we can achieve optimal wellness through each element.

Sign up for “The Spiritual Life” app today at www.thespirituallife.tv and watch the content at anytime and anywhere on your phone, TV, laptop, tablet or desktop.

The Importance Of Meditation

Meditation is an essential part of a focused, balanced and healthy lifestyle. When you mediate on a regular basis you will begin to see the positive impact it has on lowering levels of stress, anxiety and depression. As well as increasing your overall clarity of thought throughout the day. There are also many physical benefits of meditation such as lowering your blood pressure, strengthening your immune system, and improving the quality of your sleep.

It has been found that meditation helps you to control brain waves called alpha rhythms, which helps you to diminish distracting sensory information that leads to your ability to focus. Meditating regularly will reduce the production of stress related hormones like cortisol and increases the production of good chemicals like serotonin.

Move More, Eat and Stress Less

Being physically active, eating a balanced diet and drinking lots of water promote overall good health and mental well-being. Stress affects us all. It’s an automatic response when the body feels or thinks it is under attack, releasing hormones and chemicals to prepare the body for the physical action. When trying to manage stress, do not use the band aid approach.

Doing 30 minutes of walking everyday can boost your mood and reduce stress. Take a moment to stand up and stretch the muscles that store tension. Eating the right foods such as avocados, fatty fish, whole grains, lean protein, handful of nuts, citrus fruits, a mug of warm milk or herbal tea can actually help reduce stress, improve cognitive function, lower blood pressure levels and offer a major benefit to cardiovascular health.

Modern life is so busy. Whatever you do, find an activity that you enjoy, whether its hiking, playing basketball or a meditative meander down the park, eat well and live life to the fullest.

Begin Your Mindful Eating Practices

Mindful eating is the enjoyment and awareness of the emotional and physical sensations we feel while eating. Paying close attention to the food that we eat, how we eat and how our body reacts to the food that we eat can lead to better health. We live in a society where breakfast, lunch or dinner served in a brown paper bag or Styrofoam and consumed while in motion is generally acceptable. This behavior of mindless eating and lack of awareness of the food we are consuming can have a significant impact on our overall health and well being.

To counteract mindless eating, we need to learn some simple eating practices. Create a grocery list of foods that are pleasing to eat and with nutritious value. Focus your attention on the food in front of you. Engage your sense of sight, smell, touch and taste. Remove all distractions (cell phones, TV, books, magazines) that will take you away from the eating experience. Take small bites and chew well so you can taste all the flavors and spices blended in the food. According to growing studies, practicing mindfulness in a busy world can be challenging at times but learning to trust your intuition and listening to your body is an excellent way to foster mental clarity and overall well-being.

Identify Your Goals For Your Fitness Practice

The start of a new year is the perfect time to turn into a new leaf, which is probably why so many people create a list of their New Year’s Resolutions. It’s a fresh start — an opportunity to get rid of bad habits and start anew. Your fitness routine tops the list of new year’s resolutions.

In the realm of fitness, deciding on which program to follow can be confusing and quite overwhelming. The internet and social media have inundated us with information about health, fitness and weight, and we sometimes find ourselves questioning if one is better than the other, or if it is just a trending fad. It is important to identify your fitness goals.

(1) Select a program specific to you and your lifestyle; (2) have a written schedule on the best time to do your exercise routine; (3) implement a program geared towards your personal vision so you can focus on the process instead of the outcome; (4) keep reminding yourself that you are a priority and you alone will reap the benefits; and (5) be realistic as possible and don’t over think it. Taking on too much all at once can be daunting, but focusing your effort on one specific goal makes keeping a resolution much more achievable.

Invitation To Set An Intention For Your Life In 2019

One firm decision to make in 2019: TO DO or NOT TO DO SOMETHING. Have you ever wondered how some people seem to have enough time to do everything that they want to do, whereas others are always juggling to find time or rushing to get things done. It is important to establish clear goal setting and or greater deliberateness to accomplish something. One has to have a mental state that represents commitment to execute a plan or carry out an action.

For the year 2019, let us challenge ourselves to bring little more than what we have in mind to do or bring about. Remember, life is what we make it. Let’s assess our current personal development, health, relationship, spirituality and formulate a plan that will boost personal growth, and improve our overall physical and mental well-being.

Skip’s Weekend Affirmation + Bonus Body Connection – Transformational Commitment

This Weekend’s affirmation has a bonus Body Connection.

As we begin our journey of transformation, there must be a commitment to embrace growth and a willingness to be better. There are four elements of fitness that are required: cardio, strength, flexibility, and mindful eating.

Sometimes we get one or two of these requirements going, but we have not committed to all four and our transformation is slow-moving. I encourage my clients to have an “all in and all out” attitude. We commit to being all in to win and we go for the goal all out; we don’t hold back. Remember, what we put in to transformation is what we get out of it.

This weekend’s affirmation:

Just for this moment… just for this breath, I commit to the transformation within my soul. Amen

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