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Journey to Happiness is the home of Conscious Change International. The founder is Jacqueline Stone McGovern, an honored member of the Biltmore Who’s Who registry.
Jacqueline is a member and chapter officer of Phi Theta Kappa, working toward the goal of a doctorate degree in philosophy. Jacqueline represents her college in the All-Arizona Academic Team, 2008. She is also a mother of five, business owner, and author of the soon-to be-released book, “Journey to Happiness.”
In addition to this web site, Jacqueline has created two blogs. On the Journey is a forum for discussion of spiritual principles and techniques for personal growth. Recovering from Abuse is a forum for people who want to heal the wounds of domestic violence and become empowered individuals. You may also enjoy the Squidoo lenses by Jacqueline, Conscious Change and After The Secret.
"My greatest joy is in sharing what has helped me and watching others heal and grow from it. I believe that everything I experience has something to teach me about myself. Once I understand and successfully apply the lesson, it is my responsibility to pass on what I have learned.
The people who have been my inspiration and my guides are : Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, Emmet Fox, Neale Donald Walsch, James Twyman, Jack Canfield, Mike Dooley, James Arthur Ray, Dr. Michael Beckwith, Hale Dwoskin, Dr. Usui, Abraham/Hicks, Buddha, Joseph Campbell, Ghandi, Yogananda, Confucius, and Jesus.
My highest goal is to live in constant conscious communion with God, fully realized that we all are part of God. As I get closer to this goal, I share what I have learned to help others know the unspeakable joy of awareness of oneness. This is the founding principle of my life, of this web site, and of Conscious Change International.
I know that world peace is a result of personal peace, that brotherly love follows self-love, and that individual success leads to community and global success. Therefore, we address the individual who wants to heal and awaken in order to bring healing and awakening to the world."
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You may also find Jacqueline on Self-Growth.com, Squidoo, Powerful Intentions, and on Zimbio where she created a Wikizine called Conscious Change.
Jacqueline has dedicated many years to the study of the human mind and emotions. She has worked extensively with affirmations and positive-present questions as a way of accessing the unconscious mind to rid it of dis-empowering beliefs. Meditation is a part of her daily life as a way to increase awareness of and harmony with Divine Truth. Jacqueline’s daily practice of expressing gratitude has made her a positive, uplifting person with the ability to see the blessing, opportunity, or lesson in any situation.
As a former victim of domestic violence, Jacqueline has committed herself to helping others recover from the mental and emotional devastation of abuse. She freely offers guidance based on personal experience in personal counseling sessions and on her “Recovering from Abuse” blog.
Jacqueline’s personal journey from helpless, homeless, single mother to debt-free homeowner, straight-A student, wife, and mother of five has given her the experience and knowledge to help others overcome fear, doubt, insecurity, hopelessness, and victim-hood. She openly shares not only her triumphs, but also her tragedies in order to encourage others to never give up.
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We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.
Plato
We can make a difference in the lives of kids.
This article is shared with love by Dr. Annette Colby.
Self-Love is the First Step to Lasting Change
Do you love yourself? Or, would it be closer to the truth to say that you are your own worst enemy? Self-love means to regard yourself with respect, to recognize and value yourself, and to appreciate your life.
Self-love is the process of breaking free of the need to gain others approval and instead gaining your own. It involves letting go of the paranoia of what other people think of you, or the desperate need to be liked. You see yourself as worthy of expressing your own preferences and opinions, regardless of what others think.
Some benefits of self-love include feeling good about yourself, dropping the need to be reliant on others approval for self-validation, freedom from binge or compulsive eating or other addictive behaviors, the courage to pursue your dreams, and freedom from depression or despair.
As you can see, gaining self-love sets the foundation for a happy, fulfilling life. But, what if you currently lack confidence in yourself? Read these insights and discover new ways to promote your own well-being and raise your love of self.
Self-Love Checklist
Before you can begin to raise your level of self-love, it helps to know that self-love does not happen by luck or magic. Instead, you have to create it. Self-love is an active state that expands through specific thoughts, actions, and behaviors. Read the list below and check the many different ways that you can take action and increase your level of self-love.
____ I do things which nurture, strengthen, and comfort my body.
____ I honor who I am becoming, recognizing that I am constantly evolving.
____ I accept my vulnerable feelings like sadness, fear, and mistakes.
____ I'm responsible to bring myself back to a state of feeling good.
____ I look in the mirror and notice my whole being.
____ I comfort myself with positive thoughts.
____ I recognize my efforts and achievements.
____ I use healthy activities (exercise, hobbies, friendships) when I need comfort.
____ I share my true feelings with others.
____ I express my anger in healthy ways.
____ I assert my needs and ask for what I want.
____ I recognize and value my need for solitude and alone time.
____ I recognize and value my need for fun and light heartedness.
____ I am generous with praise towards myself.
____ When I make errors, I am responsible instead of guilty.
____ When I make errors, I forgive myself.
____ I pursue and maintain friendships with others.
Empowering Questions to Raise Your Level of Self-Love
To raise your level of self-love consider asking yourself questions that lead you in that direction. The following questions empower you to make choices that create joy and success instead of pain and suffering. You have the power to choose the direction of your life.
• Do I use my intuition with myself?
• When I feel emotional, do I explore deeper to understand what I would need to feel better?
• Do I give myself what I need to feel better?
• Am I kind to myself?
• What is good in my life?
• What in my life do I most enjoy?
• What stimulates me?
• What's missing in my life - and what can I do about it?
• What can I do to add more joy into my life today?
• Do I follow through doing what I say I am going to do?
• What is my preference, and do I let people know my preference?
• What can I do to feel happier right now?
Imagine a future in which you totally love yourself. Imagine being powerful and responsible for your life. Remember, self-love doesn't happen by luck alone. Follow these tips to create a healthy self-love and reenergize your commitment to happiness.
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