Dear ILT Readers,

In October you had an article by Sophia Falke speaking of the “Chatter of Monkey Mind”. I would like to know how long it took her to control the monkey mind and what are her secrets. My mind is constantly working overtime…especially during meditation. How do I stop sabotaging myself and get to the point of knowing which direction to go? Please help me understand.

Billy M.
W. Hollywood, CA

Dear Billy M.,

In your letter to the ILT Readers, you asked how long it took me to control Monkey Mind and what are my secrets. Actually, we don’t control Monkey Mind (our self-limiting, self-doubting, internal conversations). Monkey Mind is normal and will always be part of our life. It generally starts its chatter when we step outside our comfort zone and grows louder and more insistent when we’re up to something big.

Chatter can also come up during meditation when we are getting in touch with that inner voice that calls us higher and gets us in touch with our life’s purpose. When the chatter starts during meditation, I simply acknowledge that it is there (it will just screech louder if I try to suppress it) and shift my focus back to the guidance of the meditation. I often chuckle when Monkey Mind chatters and say, “Well there you are again! Thank you for sharing, but I am more interested in…(and then I speak my purpose if it is during meditation or the goal I am working toward if it comes up during regular activities). My article this month addresses your question on knowing which way to go. Namaste,

Sophia Falke
Henderson, NV

Dear ILT Readers,

There is so much hype with regards to the end times of 2012. With all the fear being attached to the December 21st event, is it any wonder it will take place. I read all the time about how our thoughts manifest. Why aren’t there more people who profess to be enlightened not working on the positive aspect of this major event? It seems that Hollywood has sensationalized it and people are buying into it. When do we, as a society, step up to the plate and look at 2012 as a new adventure; a time where we have the opportunity to stand together and believe that only good will be the result of December 21, 2012?

Jonathan T.
Salem, NY

Dear Jonathan,

I agree that there needs to be a more positive outlook for 2012. According to the Mayan Elders, the visions they saw were far different. Now, because of all the hype and fear mongers, the 2012 scenario has been altered. As more people get on the bandwagon of fear the more likely their perceptions will be realized. Our world may be in for a roller coaster ride; yet, it does not need to be the destruction so many are predicting. People seem to fear the worst and look no further. How can we shift our consciousness in a positive energy that attracts only the magnificent souls that we are? Wake up, smell the roses, see the world in its glory and be aware of each thought, each action or reaction. Accept your responsibility and honor the essence of your true-self. We must plant the seed of change and love in the minds of the doomsayers. Take heart and do not give in to those negative harbingers.

Michelene,
In Light Times

Dearest Michelene,

One of the best spiritual newsletters (if not THEE best) I’ve never seen! Great sections and columns, love it!! This newsletter is touching and changing the lives of all it reaches!! Love and hugs,

Christopher R.
Florida

Dear Christopher,

Thank you for your wonderful support and kind words. Blessings,

Michelene,
In Light Times