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If Loving God Is Wrong, We Don't Want to Be Right

10/5/2015

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L-R, Edward Biagiotti and Darrell Fusaro
Anytime we feel stressed or worried, it is because we have forgotten that we are fully supported by a loving God. Being willing to admit that our thoughts are off course is the first step toward bringing back that loving feeling. Former United States Army Green Beret Sgt. Larry Broughton, CEO of Broughton Hotels, bursts in to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Inner Peace."  Click here to listen/download.
The 3 Breaths
"The Judge has left the bench, because the case has been dismissed!"
Funniest Thing! fan Krista Machovina of Echo Park, CA inspired "The 3 Breaths" for today as a result of an unexpected Divine appointment with Ed in downtown Culver City, CA.  Here she shares her 'funniest thing' moment: 

"OK, it really is funniest thing!  I am only in Culver City about 3-4 times a year- I live in Echo Park.  My boss and friend Leslie had to speak at the Exchange Club meeting that was held at the Elks Club there in Culver City about the charity for which we work, The Art of Elysium (Actually, staff had to be furloughed in June due to funding that fell through so I don't even technically work for them right now, whole other funniest thing story) Anyway, I went along for moral support, and it was a good time.  Afterwards, as we were driving out of town, Leslie saw the Cold Stone and insisted we stop for ice cream but we had trouble finding parking.  We found a spot on a side street, grabbed the ice cream and were sitting there in her car.  I saw you, thought, hey, that looks like Ed, looked to my left saw the Culver City School District, and having heard you talk about your work, thought I wonder if...  So I had to check!  Anyway, meeting you and being able to tell you guys in person how much your podcast inspires me made my day, and reminded me that everything is in perfect order!   I really didn't have to be there at all today, and the fact that Leslie had to stop for ice cream was completely out of the blue.  I often incorporate your practice of taking a moment to do a gratitude list, or just to get your head in the right space and am  just flat out delighted to stumble into being a part of that today    Yay!  A big old funniest thing!"
I live in the faith that there is a Presence and Power greater than I am that nurtures and supports me in ways I could not even imagine. I know that this Presence is All knowing and All Power and is Always right where I am.  –Ernest Holmes

“A human being is a part of the whole called by us universe, a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feeling as something separated from the rest, a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty.”  ―Albert Einstein

Happiness is a state of mind - it comes from a feeling of freedom, a feeling of love for those around us, a love for our environment, from a propensity to see good in all.  Happiness is purely and internal (inside) matter - it comes to us from realizing the good in all - in other people, in all of God’s creation, in ourselves.  It is a state of mind!  –Jack H. Holland, Man’s Victorious Spirit, Pg. 103

It all starts with a depth decision to be happy.  State aloud to yourself, I have decided to be happy.  Do this is in a firm voice for at least a week.  Follow this by saying:
I have a right to be happy.  If other people can be happy then I can be happy.  I have the same mind and emotions that they do.  I now demand that my subconscious use all of its intelligence to make me happy.
State to yourself that you believe happiness to be a spiritual gift, and that this gift is already within you.  It is there by right of your being alive.  The more you affirm the spiritual side of happiness and your spiritual right in having it, the sooner you will have results.  –Raymond Charles Barker, The Power of Decision, Pg. 100

To Think Is to Create
The Mind within us is the Mind of God.  To affirm the presence of good in our life is to use the Power within us for the creation of that good we affirm...  We must accept our freedom, to announce our liberty, and proclaim our Divine birthright.  Whatever we believe to be true about God, we must declare to be true about ourself...  Knowing that thinking is creative opens the doorway to wisdom and power.  That doorway is already within me.  The Mind of God reveals this truth, that I was born free and that the will of God for me is one of goodness, truth, and beauty.  I rejoice that at last I am awakening to this realization of Truth.  I have the power to use the Mind within me in any good way I see fit.  I use my authority to create beauty, peace, and joy.  –From 365 Science of Mind, Ernest Holmes, September 30th
Keep in mind that this love is not something that comes from you, something that is generated in you and by you. It is an energy force flowing through you from that Cosmic Center within you, and touching and igniting that same energy force within the object or person. Now we can see how the kind of thoughts that reveal an absence of love--fear, hatred, hostility, resentment, anger--frustrate this inner realize station and flow of transcendental love, and causes to relate to the object or person on a purely surface level that is exterior to this in your point of oneness of love.

This is why it is truly said that, perfect love casts out fear, and, love overcomes the world.

The need is to turn from the conflict and, let the soul banish all that disturbs…  And then, think of spirit is shining in from all sides, well you just relax and be still. But the emanations of the Cosmic point of Divine love flow in and through you, lifting you to the feeling of being loved, enabling you to think a loving thoughts of the other person, and this relate to that depth of love which is surely within him--no matter how they have been frustrating it.  –Eric Butterworth, Life Is For Loving
Daily Word
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Inner Peace
I AM AT PEACE IN THE PRESENT MOMENT.
     At times I may feel uncertain or anxious about the direction of my life. Am I doing the right thing? Am I accurately interpreting Spirit’s guidance? When that happens, I do what brings me peace: I rest in the Silence and feel the wholeness of this moment. How relieved and at peace I am right now! I’ve “touched the peace that surpasses all understanding” of which Paul spoke.
     I am in touch with the Truth during my moments in the Silence. Right where I am is where I am meant to be. My path is valid and my mission noble.
     I clearly know the changes I need to make and the right timing for each of them. I have faith in Spirit’s ever-present, indwelling guidance. I am at peace in the present moment.

Go in peace. The mission you are on is under the eye of the Lord.–Judges 18:6
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Today's mail came by way as an Facebook exchange from Funniest Thing! fan Christina Robohm.

Christiana Robohm of Oakland, CA, shared a link to our "Mini Course in Miracles" aka, "18 Days with Darrell and Ed" with all her Facebook friends with the this comment: Crappy or happy? My 18 day meditation with these guys starts today! Feeling better already.  The Funniest Thing with Darrell Fusaro and Edward Biagiotti.
Here's what followed:

Charlene Williams How do I join?

Christina Robohm Super easy, they have them all on you tube for freee.   just click the link above for day one and subscribe to their channel if you want to make finding them easier.  I love these guys

Dorothy Foley Nanni listened.... ahhhh feeling better already. Ha. I hope they know you are promoting them.

Christina Robohm They're awesome huh?! Funny, light, quick, easy smile emoticon

Kate Flores  These guys are the best. You guys bring the art of meditation to regular people.  I absolutely love your show!! Thank you thank you thank you!!
Joke of the Day
Jeff Comfort was preparing pancakes for his friends Darrell, and his younger buddy Ed. The boys began to argue over who would get the first pancake (because they're boys), and Jeff Comfort saw the opportunity for a moral lesson. He taught them, "If Jesus were sitting here, He would say, 'Let my buddy have the first pancake. I can wait.'"

Darrell's eyes got really big, then he turned to his younger friend and said, "Ed, you be Jesus!"
Have You Been Wondering How You May Contribute to The Show?
Darrell and Ed appreciate every fan who tunes in each week to listen to them spread great news and inspired teachings.  Although Darrell and Ed don't solicit donations, fans have been asking how they can help contribute to the production expenses of the show.  We've recently added a PayPal Donate button to honor your request.  Thank you in advance for any contribution you may make.  Darrell and Ed love you!
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The Only Way Up Is to Dummy Down

9/26/2015

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L-R, Rev. Ken Gray, Edward Biagiotti, Darrell Fusaro
Everything is better when we are willing to trust that Life is moving in a positive direction. Darrell and Ed have learned that no one is too dumb to accept this belief, but many are too smart. Rev. Ken Gray, from the Inglewood Center for Spiritual Living, settles in to discuss today's Daily Word®, "Autumn." Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"If I'm not havin' fun fun, it's time to go dumb dumb."
     When you trust the creative power of the universe, you know what real relaxation is.  You do not have to solve the problems of the world unless you are the head of a government.  You do not have to solve other peoples troubles unless you are a professional counselor.  You do have to solve your own problems, and this you do without fuss and anxiety.  You make right decisions and let the subconscious mind do the work.  Your attitude is, "I am resolved what to do" (Luke 16:4).  Therefore, tensions regarding decisions cannot arise in your mind, emotions and body.
     To trust in Life reduces the pressures of every day living. It makes you feel that the whole world is supporting you at all times.  This is exactly what the world is doing. Something great, wonderful, and true is backing up each of us.  –Raymond Charles Barker, The Power of Decision
     You decide to give and receive love. You know you can do this and make intelligent plans to do it.  You are no longer fighting the human race. You have taken your place in it as a loving, kind and generous person. You attract to yourself people and situations which are the right ones for you... Love in you find love in them. Love in them finds love in you. The infinite is loving by means of you, and you give It full freedom of action.
-Raymond Charles Barker, The Power of Decision (From the Chapter: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions)
    Self-reflection is one of the most productive things you can do with your creative imagination… When I was the director of the Biofeedback Institute, I demonstrated to some of the top executives of major corporations that by slowing down they'd be able to tap into deeper levels of their subconscious and come up with more valuable ideas. One publishing executive started taking Wednesdays off to relax and meditate. He reported back to me that he had gotten much more work accomplished in the remaining four days then he had ever gotten done in five!  –Jerry Gillies, award-winning NBC broadcaster and author of the million-selling book, MoneyLove.
     Keep your prayers as simple as possible – simple in manner, and simple and thought. The secret of success with prayer is that it is simple, direct, and spontaneous. As soon as a prayer becomes complicated, literary, or high flown, it has becoming an intellectual exercise and no longer has spiritual power.
     In our metaphysical studies we should try to be equally simple and definite . We should make a point of expressing what we believe and understand in the simplest and plainest terms, both for our own sake and the sake of anyone we may be enlightening.
     If your ideas about religion are expressed in a vague and involved style, if you use a lot of unusual or ambiguous words, it is a sure sign that you do not understand what you were talking about, and are trying to disguise the fact from yourself. This device is a well-known trick of the subconscious to make us fool ourselves, and we should be on our guard against it.
     Anything you really understand you can explain and reasonably simple language – providing that it is susceptible of explanation at all. And air of heavy profundity conveyed in mysterious and vague phraseology is the hallmark of insincerity or of a muddled mind.  –Pg 159, Make Your Life Worth While by Emmet Fox
     When you reach for the thought that feels better, the Universe is now responding differently to you because of that effort. And so, the things that follow you get better and better, too. So it gets easier to reach for the thought that feels better, because you are on ever-increasing, improving platforms that feel better.  –Abraham
    At about the same time, the disciples came to Jesus asking, "Who gets the highest rank in God's kingdom?"  For an answer Jesus called over a child, whom he stood in the middle of the room, and said, "I'm telling you, once and for all, that unless you return to square one and start over like children, you're not even going to get a look at the kingdom, let alone get in.  Whoever becomes simple and elemental again, like this child, will rank high in God's kingdom.  –Matthew 18:1–4
Daily Word
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Autumn
I am in a constant state of rejuvenation.


     I am in awe of nature’s consistency. Every autumn, the earth begins its cycle of release, rest, and replenishment. Winter is a time for rest. Then comes the rebirth of spring. By summer, flowers are in full bloom.
     I take cues from nature to improve how I nurture my body. My day includes periods of work, play, and relaxation. I prepare for sleep by releasing the events of the day. I awaken ready for the new day. The trees undergo a major transformation every year with what appears to be little effort. In a similar way, I accept the cycles of my life. I honor the Divine working through me. I am in a constant state of rejuvenation.
And God said, “Let there by lights in the dome of the sky to separate the day from the night; and let them be for signs and for seasons and for days and years.”– Genesis 1:14
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We LOVE receiving your letters. 
You may write electronically by clicking here or parcel post to:
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From Justine Cheah, Kuala, Lumpur, Malaysia
Dear Darrell and Ed,
Hi, my name is Justine Cheah and I was in a very bad mental state about a year ago. I remembered the sentence "Let go and let God" from a book I've read in the 90s. I googled the sentence and was led to Unity website on the subject. After reading the excerpts about "Let go and let God" I immediately felt better.

I have been to churches before but it never ever felt right because I could not understand the need to bring other faiths down. It was something like - If it's not Christian it's the devil!. All fear base. I stopped going to church and I was malnourished spiritually until that day.

Long story short, I discovered Unity and you guys that day and I KNEW I have finally come home. I prayed to God to accelerate my learning of the "I AM". Through you guys I have learn quickly because you made easy to understand what it is all about. Plus who doesn't love to laugh. I have yet to meet a Unity follower in Kuala Lumpur but for now I feel the connection through you guys!

I am better than I have ever been in my life.
Thank you and I want you guys to know you have changed lives in countries you've not been to but you are certainly heard!


From Donna and David McClure, Seattle, WA
Hey Darrell and Ed,
Thank you so much for inviting us back to your show. It rocks and so do you guys!
The mark of success is upon you!
David & Donna
Joke of the Day
A man walked into an office building, then entered a Dentist's office and said, "Excuse me, can you help me. I keep thinking I'm a Moth." "You think you're a moth?" said the Dentist, "you don't need me, you need to see a psychiatrist. There's one two doors down the hallway." "I know", said the man." "Then why did you come into my office?" asked the Dentist. The man replied, "The light was on."
Have You Been Wondering How You May Contribute to The Show?
Darrell and Ed appreciate every fan who tunes in each week to listen to them spread great news and inspired teachings.  Although Darrell and Ed don't solicit donations, fans have been asking how they can help contribute to the production expenses of the show.  We've recently added a PayPal Donate button to honor your request.  Thank you in advance for any contribution you may make.  Darrell and Ed love you!
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Live Free or Die!

9/19/2015

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L-R, Edward Biagiotti and Darrell Fusaro
At this very moment God is arranging your affairs for your highest good. Freedom Lovers, Darrell and Ed, have learned that expecting the best, regardless of what seems to come up against you, will always lead to better-than-expected outcomes. Unity minister Rev. David McClure joins the boys to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Healing."  Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"Love is the tonic, for a mental colonic"
     Jesus said that he had come that we might have life and that we might "have it more abundantly."  The Bible often uses the word life, and always with the implication that is the greatest of all blessings. 
    Now what is this life of which the Bible speaks? You experience life when you feel yourself to be free and useful and joyous, and unconscious of either fear or doubt.
    So when the Bible promises us long life, it promises us a long period of joy and freedom. When it promises eternal life, it promises the enjoyment of these things forever, on the condition that we keep the great law-by seeking more knowledge of God, and putting him first in our lives.  –From Around The Year With Emmet Fox, 9/14

    Just stay in an attitude of faith; no matter what comes against you, just keep declaring the favor of God. Then before long, just like it did for the Saints of old, that favors going to show up and begin to turn your situation around.  –Growing In God's Favor, Joel Osteen, pg 35.

    No power is sitting in judgment of any person. In the older systems of thought, we eased our guilt load by believing that God would punish us later for our errors. Now we see that this is not so.  All guilt is self-guilt.  –The Power of Decision, Raymond Charles Barker

When a person drowns himself in negative thinking he is committing an unspeakable crime against himself.  –-Maxwell Maltz

    Some of us have said, "If I expect the worst, I won't be disappointed. If I think the worst about myself, no one else can cut me down."  It is like taking a driving trip and looking only for trash and garbage in the ditches, ignoring the beauty beyond. Indeed, what we see may be real, but is very limited piece of the picture.
    When we have relied on negative thinking, it feels risky to give it up. We cannot do it in one day. You can begin by imagining ourselves with a more open attitude toward ourselves in the world. Then we can try it out as an experiment in little ways, with no commitment. Finally we reach the point where we can take a risk and entrust our higher power with the outcome.

Today, I will experiment with hopeful and positive thoughts about what happens.  –Touchstones Daily Meditations for Men, 9/14

    Jesus said to another, "Follow me." He said, "Certainly, but first excuse me for a couple of days, please. I have to make arrangements for my father's funeral."  Jesus refused. "First things first. Your business is life, not death. And life is urgent: Announce God's kingdom!"  Then another said, "I'm ready to follow you, Master, but first excuse me while I get things straightened out at home."   Jesus said, "No procrastination. No backward looks. You can't put God's kingdom off till tomorrow. Seize the day."  –Luke 9:59-62
    The wealth of the Universe is behind you when you have the right spirit, when you see yourself in the right context, when you project the right image.  Not by rejecting what you are, but by celebrating your true “I AM-age.”
    Within you right now is the possibility of success and achievement.  You can bank on it.  –Eric Butterworth, Spiritual Economics, Pg. 60
We want to speak about freedom: This is a Vibrational Universe. The only Source that flows is the Source of Well-Being.  We are all free to allow that Well-Being to flow to us and through us or we can pinch it off. It is our call — every time...  –Abraham
Daily Word
 Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Healing
The light of Truth illumines my mind and body. I am whole and well.
Like beautiful stained glass illumined by sunshine, I am aglow with the light of God. I gratefully claim my innate wholeness.

    I may embrace a health regimen based on science. Yet I can do more than eat well, exercise, and hope for the best. Wellness includes attention to my body, mind, and spirit. Today I take a stand for my God-given health.
    When I notice any anxiety, worry, or fear creep into my mind, I shift my thinking to the healing power of God. With gratitude, I affirm: The light of Truth illumines my mind and body. I am whole and well.
    Nothing can take away my wholeness. I see it, feel it, and know it to be so. I am a radiant, healthy expression of God.

He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace.”–Luke 8:48
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From Kate Flores, West Orange, New Jersey

    Today I had a wonderful walk around the neighborhood while listening to funniest thing with Darrell and Ed.  So entertaining and positive! Thank you Darrell and Ed for taking the time each week to lift our spirits and give us tools to live a happier life.


From Linda Meadows

    I would love to contribute financially to your show, but don't see an address anywhere to send a check, or a tab to click to donate. If I've missed it, please direct me as to where to look. Or please respond with your mailing address.
    I love your show so much and am blessed and uplifted each week! Please continue to share your actual "real life" experiences as they really help with the daily life implementation of the teachings! You guys are the greatest!

THANK-YOU so much,

Linda Meadows
From Christina Robohm, Oakland, Ca

It's WEDNESDAY! I've got a good one for you
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Live Free or Die!

9/16/2015

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L-R, Edward Biagiotti and Darrell Fusaro
At this very moment God is arranging your affairs for your highest good. Freedom Lovers, Darrell and Ed, have learned that expecting the best, regardless of what seems to come up against you, will always lead to better-than-expected outcomes. Unity minister Rev. David McClure joins the boys to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Healing."  Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"Love is the tonic, for a mental colonic"
     Jesus said that he had come that we might have life and that we might "have it more abundantly."  The Bible often uses the word life, and always with the implication that is the greatest of all blessings. 
    Now what is this life of which the Bible speaks? You experience life when you feel yourself to be free and useful and joyous, and unconscious of either fear or doubt.
    So when the Bible promises us long life, it promises us a long period of joy and freedom. When it promises eternal life, it promises the enjoyment of these things forever, on the condition that we keep the great law-by seeking more knowledge of God, and putting him first in our lives.  –From Around The Year With Emmet Fox, 9/14

    Just stay in an attitude of faith; no matter what comes against you, just keep declaring the favor of God. Then before long, just like it did for the Saints of old, that favors going to show up and begin to turn your situation around.  –Growing In God's Favor, Joel Osteen, pg 35.

    No power is sitting in judgment of any person. In the older systems of thought, we eased our guilt load by believing that God would punish us later for our errors. Now we see that this is not so.  All guilt is self-guilt.  –The Power of Decision, Raymond Charles Barker

When a person drowns himself in negative thinking he is committing an unspeakable crime against himself.  –-Maxwell Maltz

    Some of us have said, "If I expect the worst, I won't be disappointed. If I think the worst about myself, no one else can cut me down."  It is like taking a driving trip and looking only for trash and garbage in the ditches, ignoring the beauty beyond. Indeed, what we see may be real, but is very limited piece of the picture.
    When we have relied on negative thinking, it feels risky to give it up. We cannot do it in one day. You can begin by imagining ourselves with a more open attitude toward ourselves in the world. Then we can try it out as an experiment in little ways, with no commitment. Finally we reach the point where we can take a risk and entrust our higher power with the outcome.

Today, I will experiment with hopeful and positive thoughts about what happens.  –Touchstones Daily Meditations for Men, 9/14

    Jesus said to another, "Follow me." He said, "Certainly, but first excuse me for a couple of days, please. I have to make arrangements for my father's funeral."  Jesus refused. "First things first. Your business is life, not death. And life is urgent: Announce God's kingdom!"  Then another said, "I'm ready to follow you, Master, but first excuse me while I get things straightened out at home."   Jesus said, "No procrastination. No backward looks. You can't put God's kingdom off till tomorrow. Seize the day."  –Luke 9:59-62
    The wealth of the Universe is behind you when you have the right spirit, when you see yourself in the right context, when you project the right image.  Not by rejecting what you are, but by celebrating your true “I AM-age.”
    Within you right now is the possibility of success and achievement.  You can bank on it.  –Eric Butterworth, Spiritual Economics, Pg. 60

We want to speak about freedom: This is a Vibrational Universe. The only Source that flows is the Source of Well-Being.  We are all free to allow that Well-Being to flow to us and through us or we can pinch it off. It is our call — every time...  –Abraham
Daily Word
 Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Healing
The light of Truth illumines my mind and body. I am whole and well.
 Like beautiful stained glass illumined by sunshine, I am aglow with the light of God. I gratefully claim my innate wholeness.

    I may embrace a health regimen based on science. Yet I can do more than eat well, exercise, and hope for the best. Wellness includes attention to my body, mind, and spirit. Today I take a stand for my God-given health.
    When I notice any anxiety, worry, or fear creep into my mind, I shift my thinking to the healing power of God. With gratitude, I affirm: The light of Truth illumines my mind and body. I am whole and well.
    Nothing can take away my wholeness. I see it, feel it, and know it to be so. I am a radiant, healthy expression of God.

He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace.”–Luke 8:48
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From Kate Flores, West Orange, New Jersey

    Today I had a wonderful walk around the neighborhood while listening to funniest thing with Darrell and Ed.  So entertaining and positive! Thank you Darrell and Ed for taking the time each week to lift our spirits and give us tools to live a happier life.


From Linda Meadows

    I would love to contribute financially to your show, but don't see an address anywhere to send a check, or a tab to click to donate. If I've missed it, please direct me as to where to look. Or please respond with your mailing address.
    I love your show so much and am blessed and uplifted each week! Please continue to share your actual "real life" experiences as they really help with the daily life implementation of the teachings! You guys are the greatest!

THANK-YOU so much,

Linda Meadows
From Christina Robohm, Oakland, Ca

It's WEDNESDAY! I've got a good one for you
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Don't Inter-Fear With Your Dreams

9/13/2015

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L-R, Darrell Fusaro and Edward Biagiotti
Don't let the enthusiasm you have for your dream throw you into a panic about how you're going to make it happen. The enthusiasm you feel is God's reassurance that you've caught a glimpse of His will for you. Joyful expectancy brings us closer to our dreams than fearfully striving to bring them about. Fun-loving neighbor and Funniest Thing! fan Noel Bax drops by to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Grace."  Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"When my heart is in my dreams, no request is too extreme."
     You must rid yourself for all time of the notion that something stands in the way of the accomplishment of what you would do. Nothing stands in the way of your goal but what you yourself place there. When you once discover that you are really a free being, you will readily understand.
    It is not so difficult to possess what you wish for as you think it is. You magnify seeming obstacles. You wear yourself and your energy out by the needless struggle you make. You work backwards. Your desire is now actually in the line of least resistance, while you act as though it were the way of greatest difficulty.  –Carrie Moss Hawley, My Soul And I
Thought is the only reality; conditions are but the outward manifestations; as the thought changes, all outward or material conditions must change in order to be in harmony with their creator, which is thought.  –Charles F. Haanel, The Master Key System, 1916

Confidence is worship, you worship whatever you trust. Are you trusting more in fear or in God? What are you worshiping? That is the test.  –Around The Year With Emmet Fox, September 9

When your heart is in your dreams, no request is too extreme.  –Jiminy Cricket
     A consciousness of God’s presence as One who loves you makes all life different.  The consciousness of God’s love promotes the opening of your whole being to God.  It brings wonderful relief from the cares and worries of our daily lives.  Relief brings peace and peace brings contentment.  Try to walk in God’s love.  You will have that peace which passes all understanding and a contentment that no one can take from you.  Feel sure of God’s unfailing love and care for you and for all His children.  There is freedom and serenity in those who walk in God’s love, held safe in His loving care.

Prayer for the Day: 
I pray that I may walk in God’s love.  I pray that, as I go, I may feel the spring of God’s power in my steps and the joy of His love in my heart.  –Twenty-Four Hours A Day, Hazeldon, September 9
Daily Word
 Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Grace
I open my heart to the grace of God.
    I love to see flowers awaken to a new day. As the sunlight touches them, they respond by opening their petals in a beautiful display of color. In the same way, I open my heart to the grace of God. The activity of grace in me is as constant as the sun rising and falling. Grace is always present.
    My heart’s opening takes no personal effort when I surrender to the light within me. Grace comes naturally. I feel warmth, acceptance, and love. With each new moment, I surrender my old ways and embrace more of this divine activity. I let grace bring about perfect outcomes and let go into a deep feeling of trust and peace. Whatever efforts I make in life, grace adds more good than I could ever imagine.

Let us therefore approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.—Hebrews 4:16
A great companion episode to this one is, Grace Is Our Ace in the Hole.
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L-R, Funniest Thing! Station Manager Mr. French and Gabby the Postal Pit Bull.
As mentioned during this episode, here is the link to the  fascinating story of how Mr. French became the Station Manger at Middle School Studios.
The Funniest Thing! Mail Bag
From Rachel Gallant, Manchester, New Hampshire

Dear Darrell & Ed,
Thank you both for all your continued Inspiration!!! You put the Zip in Zipidy Do Da Day!!!!
Have a Fantastic Week!!!
I look forward to sharing another copy of Darrell's book, "What if Godzilla Just Wanted a HUG" with Dylan!!!
My husband Mike will be the next blessed recipient!!!
Rachel
Joke of the Day
A priest and a taxi driver both died and went to heaven. St. Peter was at the Pearly gates waiting for them.

'Come with me', said St. Peter to the taxi driver.

The taxi driver did as he was told and followed St. Peter to a mansion. It had anything you could imagine from a bowling alley to an olympic size pool.

'Wow, thank you', said the taxi driver.

Next, St. Peter led the priest to a rugged old shack with a bunk bed and a little old television set.

'Wait, I think you are a little mixed up', said the priest. 'Shouldn't I be the one who gets the mansion? After all I was a priest, went to church every day, and preached God's word.'

'Yes, that's true. But during your sermons people slept. When the taxi driver drove, everyone prayed.'

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Everyone Has a Plan Until They Get Punched in the Face

9/7/2015

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L-R Darrell Fusaro and Edward Biagiotti at Middle School Studios.
Mike Tyson gets the credit for this episode's title. We do not always need to be beaten into humility—we can let go at any time and drop back into the positive stream of life. Unity minister and host of the Unity Online Radio program Touching the Stillness, Paulette Pipe, joins the show to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Lessons." Click this to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"There's no need for stress'in, we're just learning our lesson."
    Let us see, then, where God's law of adjustment operates. God has no need of being adjusted. The only place where there is any demand for adjustment is in human consciousness; but unless human consciousness appeals to the divine law, unless it is willing and ready to lay down its own sense of human will and stop human planning, put aside human pride, ambition, and vanity, there is no room for the law of adjustment to operate.
    When we in our helplessness reach the point where we see we are unable of ourselves to do anything, and then call upon God to aid us; when we are ready to show our willingness to abandon our own plans, our own opinions, our own sense of what ought to be done under the circumstances, and have no fear as to the consequences-then God's law will take possession of and govern the whole situation. We cannot expect, however, that this law will operate in our behalf if we indulge any preconceived ideas as to how it should do its work. We must completely abandon our own view of things and say, "Not my will, but thine, be done."5 If this step is taken with confidence and a full trust that God is capable of taking care of every circumstance, then no power on earth can prevent the natural, rightful, and legitimate adjustment of all discordant conditions.  –Adam H. Dickey, God's Law of Adjustment.
Consent is not the fruit of a strained effort, but a quiet yielding of the entire being.  Every part and particle is released from tension, from direction of the conscious mind, the better to be used by the great ocean of directive Intelligence.  –Newton Dillaway, Consent, Pg. 36.
    We saw we needn't always be bludgeoned and beaten into humility. It could come quite as much from our voluntary reaching for it as it could from unremitting suffering.  –From Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions, Alcoholics Anonymous.
I trust the process of life to bring me to my highest good.  –Louise Hay, You Can Heal Your Life.
     As time passes, you will realize it more and more, that you will not be any nearer to Him than you are now. God will never love you more than He does now.
    You are progressing, no matter how much or how little you know of Truth. "Seek, and ye shall find." The very fact that you are reading these words is evidence that you are seeking. Whether you have been seeking for a year, or for an hour, you are better now than you were before. Your life has more of blessing, less of lack; more of health, less of ailing; more of harmony, less of unhappiness. –Emmet Fox
    Let go of yourself in the waters of divine strength will flood your soul and body. Be not so anxious about immediate results. You fret the finer forces and impede their way. Trust more in God and less in self. Swing off! Swing off! Let the divine have complete control if you would receive the world's greatest gifts, and heavens choices secrets.  –Carrie Moss Hawley, My Soul and I.
Daily Word
 Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Lessons
I am grateful for the lessons in my life.
    As children head back to school, I reflect on how much I am still learning. I look for lessons in my actions, reactions, and feelings. I turn within on challenging days. I listen to my inner wisdom and learn how I may handle a situation better next time. I give thanks for everything I learn—from finding a shortcut saving me time to discerning when to make my next big move.
    Every encounter is a chance to learn. I see with eyes of curiosity, wondering what insight I may gain from each interaction. I release judgment and replace it with acceptance and gratitude. When I find patterns I want to change or reinforce, I open myself to Spirit’s guidance. God shows me the next right action. Lifelong learning leaves me fulfilled and at peace.

A scoffer seeks wisdom in vain, but knowledge is easy for one who understands.—Proverbs 14:6
A great companion episode to this one is, The Good You Seek Is Seeking You.
The Funniest Thing! Mail Bag
This week's mail came in the form of fan Christina Robohm's, from Oakland, CA, response to Darrell and Ed's Facebook post on the Funniest Thing with Darrell and Ed Facebook fan page.

Darrell and Ed posted:
"My supply is endless, inexhaustible and immediate and comes to me under grace in perfect ways."
Test drive this affirmation by Florence Scovel Shinn and enjoy a thrilling weekend of abundance.”

From Christina Robohm:
I'm working this weekend so thank you! Something I've noticed is that I hold back my offerings because I don't want to bother others, assuming that I can affect their whole day and life if I offer something they don't want. Phew, thank goodness I release them and know that all who I encounter are grounded, empowered and won't take anything personally.
Joke of the Day
Did you hear about Jeff Comfort?

What do you mean?

He went to that new ShaktaMonkey Yoga Class with Guru Yogi Wanda.  All his friends told him how spiritual it was, and how it would bring him closer to God.

That sounds good.

Well, when he showed up, everyone was wearing exotic ponchos and yoga pants, and he had on cargo shorts and an ill-fitting t-shirt.  After several complaints, the guru took him aside and told him to go home, pray, and talk to God about how to dress for next week’s class.

Although Comfort didn’t find the class very spiritual, there were a lot of hot women in attendance, so he went home and meditated and talked to God. (like a good Chief Engineer.)

Then what happened?

Well, he returned to class the next week wearing the same cargo shorts and ill-fitting t-shirt that he wore the week before.  As you can imagine, Guru Yogi Wanda was visibly upset and took him aside.  She asked Comfort why he didn’t talk to God about how to appropriately dress for this sacred time in the sanctuary.

Comfort smiled and told her that he had spoken with God.

Guru Yogi Wanda, now angry and confused, yelled “What did God say?!”

Comfort said, “God told me he had never been to this sanctuary, or this class, so he had no idea what I should wear.”

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What You Expect Is What You Get

8/28/2015

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God sets no limit to the amount of joy, happiness, and freedom you may experience. However, what you receive will always be in direct proportion to what you expect. Today's guest is Bennett Tanton, a veteran who has served in both the United States Army and Marines, he's also a founder of Warrior Hall, and a member of the team at Cigars and Sea Stories podcast.  His mission during this episode is to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Prosperity."  Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"My Heart Sings, When I Expect  Good Things."
    There has to be an expectancy of approaching good for mine to be healthy... It is obvious that there are no final problems. There is always a solution to any situation. This is not only a platitude; it is the truth. Every remedial science and art is premised on this truth. There is always a way out... Mental expectancy is the key to mental health or mental depression.

    Spiritual thinking is never now thinking. Finished ideas are not creative. Unfinished business is life... It is mind creating the new in the improved. All evolution is evidence of the progressive Mind thinking in new terms to bring forth improvement. This process is in you; in fact, it is what you are.   –From The Power of Decision by Raymond Charles Barker
•  The Dictionary Definition of 'expect' is: to believe, to imagine, to anticipate.

•  Prayer is the contemplation of the facts of life from the highest point of view. It is the soliloquy of a beholding and jubilant soul. It is the spirit of God pronouncing his works good. –Ralph Waldo Emerson

•  Prayer is the general name for that attitude of open in earnest expectancy.  –Varieties of Religious Experience by William James 

•  "It shall be done to you as you believe (expect) it to be."  –Jesus  

•  "You don't get what you want in life, you get what you expect."  –Eric Butterworth 
    Begin now to feel the presence of God in all your transactions and then all your problems. Your new idea of life teaches you that the only way you can drive a negative thought from your mind is to supplant it with a positive, constructive thought.  This is the key to health, wealth, and prosperity. The practice of the simple truths will give you faith, hope, and confidence.   Go out on the limb with God - go out all the way.  Have implicit trust.  Have faith in God's eternal, unfailing supply of health, wealth, and all things.  This faith will magnify, grow, and expand in a wonderful way...  Your state of mind is your wealth; it is the coin of the spiritual realm.  –Joseph Murphy, Peace Within Yourself, pg. 215


    It is only as you live affirmatively that you can  be happy.  Knowing that there is but one Spirit in which you live, move, and have your being, you are to feel Spirit not only in your consciousness but in your affairs.  You are united with all.  You are one with the eternal Light Itself.  The Presence of Spirit within you  blesses everyone you meet, tends to heal everything you touch, brings gladness into the life of everyone you contact.  Therefore, you are a blessing to yourself, to humankind, and to the day in which you live.  –Ernest Holmes, 365 Science of Mind, August 26th
10 Tools For Getting Into a State of Positive Expectation:
1.  Seek joy - first and foremost.
2.  Seek reasons to laugh.
3.  Seek reasons to offer words of praise- to self and others
4.  Seek beauty in nature, beasts, and other humans.
5.  Seek reasons to love.  In every segment of everyday - look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of love.
6.  Seek that which uplifts you.
7.  Seek opportunities to offer that which uplifts another.
8.  Seek a feeling of well-being.
9.  Know that your value can only be measured in terms of joy.
10.  Acknowledge your absolute freedom to do any of these things or not do any of these things -for it is, without exception, your choice in every moment of every day.
–Abraham-Hicks, A New Beginning II, Pg. 217
Daily Word
Wednesday, August 26, 2015
Prosperity
Divine ideas prosper and bless me.
    In the spiritual realm, abundance is an infinite ocean. Prosperity flows into my life according to how much of it I am ready to accept in my consciousness. I can approach this ocean of absolute potential with a thimble, a bucket, or a pipeline.
    All the wealth of God is waiting within me for my willingness to experience it. I completely open myself to divine ideas of abundance that urge me forward and give me a sense of purpose. I am inspired to accomplish great things!
    I am filled with new and vibrant energy. I courageously act on divine guidance and experience positive, uplifting, and prosperous results. I accept and welcome an infinite ocean of abundance. I am grateful for divine ideas that prosper and bless my life!

In all that they do, they prosper.—Psalm 1:3
A great companion episode to this one is, Let Go, and Let God Do It.
The Funniest Thing! Mail Bag
From Stephanie Harrington, Colonie, NY

Hello, Gentlemen!

I am a listener in upstate NY and love your show. In one of your previous podcasts you mentioned you traveled near where I live to play with a "Donut" band... I currently live in Colonie, NY and grew up in Altamont, NY just outside of Duanesburg. What "Unity" group did you come to here? I'm just getting more familiar with Unity and would love to meet local people who get together with others with a same vision.

I love your show and energy. You guys help me get into a positive mindset when I am unable to do it on my own!

Thank you so much!!

Stephanie

 

From Rachel Gallant, Manchester, New Hampshire

Hi Ed & Darrell,

I have this amazing story to share. Last wed. I saw this plate. Mary is my mother -in-law name so I thought it would be fun to get a picture of it. When I approached the older couple in their car to ask if they wouldn't mind that I take a picture, I noticed they has a little statue of Mother Mary on their dash board. I mentioned to them how much I love Mother Mary and how I pray to her every night. She comforts me when I'm anxious and helps me sleep when I'm wrestles. They were the sweetest people. The gentleman said yes, she will wrap her arms around you and hold you tight.

The older woman proceeded to show me two pendants she had on a necklace one was made of medal the other was gold. She said the gold one was given to her by a friend. When she received it was covered with a blue casing. She would hold it in her hand when she prayed the rosary and the the blue casing eventually fell off and it was the same color as the medal one she has now only that in time it turned to Gold. It turned to Gold over time when she held it in her hand and prayed the rosary.....after that transformation her friend told her she should get a license plate that says "LUVMARY".....here it is!!!!
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Joke of the Day
A married couple, parents to an 8-year-old son, figured that the only way to pull off a Sunday afternoon "quickie " with their 8-year-old son in the apartment was to send him out onto the balcony with a Popsicle and tell him to report on all the neighborhood activities...

"There's a car being towed from the parking lot," he shouted.   

He began his commentary as his parents put their plan into operation: 

"An ambulance just drove by!" 

"Looks like the Anderson's have company," he called out. 

"Matt's riding a new bike!" 

"Looks like the Sanders are moving!" 

"Jason is on his skate board!" 

After a few moments he announced... "The Coopers are having sex!" 

Startled, his mother and dad shot up in bed. Dad cautiously called out..."How do you know they're having sex?" 

"Jimmy Cooper is standing on his balcony with a Popsicle." 

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Let Go, and Let God Do It

8/23/2015

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The greatest freedom comes from the knowledge that God is on our side, constantly making arrangements on our behalf. Trusting God makes it easy to relax and release our concerns. Michael Penney, United States Marine Corps combat veteran and a creator of the Cigars and Sea Stories podcast, drops in to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Let Go, Let God."
The 3 Breaths
"Let it go, and let it rip!"
" I let go of everything not divinely designed for me, and the perfect plan of my life now comes to pass."

 "Never do today what intuition says to do tomorrow."

– Florence Scovel Shinn, Your Word is Your Wand
Hello (Your Name Here)

Magic flows all around you.  It's drawn to you.

You are a miraculous being, just as God/Universe/Nature intended.

Notice your magic. Notice how when you let your light shine, the world is a brighter place.

Keep being you. You're doing a great job.

Fuzzies, Sprinkles and Sunshine,

Receive your "Kind Words" from Amy at Universal Life Church
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It doesn't have to be a fancy container. The God box that works best is the one you use.
In this episode Darrell and Ed shared how effective a "God Box" can be in the practice of turning things over to God.  In case you were wondering what a God Box is and how to use it, Darrell describes it simply, along with actual photos of several great examples, in this previous blog post.  Click here.
Relax, Because It's All Good

    God is omnipresent, which means that the Divine is everywhere and within each person and thing. All that you see is God. It's impossible for anything or anyone to be apart from heaven, no matter how it might appear.
Cling to this knowledge today. In any situation where you feel fear or stress, tell yourself, "This is God". This reminder relaxes away the worry that something could be out of order. You'll recall that you're safely guided in all circumstances and need only listen to and follow the guidance with faith.
    Today, remember that the Divine is within you and every person- it's all around you. As you focus on the fact that it's all the Creator, you experience heavens enveloping love. Apparent problems begin to vanish through undreamed-of solutions.
Relax right now, because it's all God.

Thought for Today:
I reminded myself that everything and everyone is God in truth. I see the Divine within myself and all others today, relaxing with the certain knowledge that heaven is in charge. There's nothing to fear.
–Doreen Virtue, Daily Guidance From Your Angels, Pg. 333
Jesus tells us that the child-like mind is more receptive to Truth then the over-intellectual who demand too rational an explanation of those truths which must be excepted on faith alone.  What man can explain why he lives? The self-evident fact of living is the only explanation possible or necessary.
–Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, Pg. 443
No matter what the issue is, don't try to justify why you don't feel good. And don't try to justify why you should feel differently. Don't try to blame whatever it is you think the reason is that's keeping you from feeling good. All of that is wasted effort. Just try to feel better right now.
–Abraham
Daily Word
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
Let Go, Let God
I let go of expectations and trust God.
    A team succeeds when all players do the best they can in the roles they have accepted. Teams falter when members lose their focus and worry about the performance of others. So it is in life.
    My role on the team of humankind is to align with the divine spark within and shine my light into the world. I own my power and my life. I release any temptations to manage those around me or micromanage the world. I let go of how I think things should be and do my best in every circumstance.
    Spirit is expressing in and through each person and situation. Looking past appearances, I behold the Christ in everyone I see. I respond to all with love. I let go of expectations and trust God. All is well.

Trust in the Lord, and do good; so you will live in the land, and enjoy security.—Psalm 37:3

A great companion episode to this one is, Hurl Your Crap Over the Fence!
The Funniest Thing! Mail Bag
From Rachel Gallant, Manchester, New Hampshire

Hello Darrell and Ed!!!

It's true too, when you hang out around Walden Pond...it honestly is a spiritual vortex!! You leave feeling very different from when you arrive.
Your fishing pole I gathered right near the site where Thoreau's cabin was built. I caught the rainbow trout with my hands....ha (very slow moving fish in that pond.)
It is always so much Fun sharing these God given, creative gifts with you!!!
In the Light and Joy of his Love,

Rachel


 
From Kate Flores, West Orange, New Jersey

I was wondering if you guys practice the faces you make before the shows? You both are quite entertaining.
Joke of the Day
A young woman brings home her fiance to meet her parents. After dinner, her mother tells her father to find out about the young man. The father invites the fiance to his study for a drink.

"So what are your plans?" the father asks the young man.

"I am a Bible scholar." he replies.

"A Bible scholar? Hmmm," the father says. "Admirable, but what will you do to provide a nice house for my daughter to live in, as she's accustomed to?"

"I will study," the young man replies, "and God will provide for us." "And how will you buy her a beautiful engagement ring, such as she deserves?" asks the father.

"I will concentrate on my studies," the young man replies, "God will provide for us."

"And children?" asks the father. "How will you support children?" "Don't worry, sir, God will provide," replies the fiance. The conversation proceeds like this, and each time the father questions him, the young idealist insists that God will provide.

Later, the mother asks, "How did it go, honey?"

The father answers, "The bad news is, he has no job and no prospects, but the good news is he thinks I'm God."

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God Is Always the Highest Bidder

8/13/2015

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Darrell and Ed proudly wearing their Conservatory coffee shop t-shirts with the Conservatory crew. Clockwise: Edward Biagiotti, Shock the Monkey, Harmony Peterson, A.J., and Darrell Fusaro.
When it comes to evaluating ourselves, most of us are poor appraisers. God sees us as one-of-a-kind masterpieces with unlimited potential for good. Seeing ourselves as anything less feels bad because it's not true. Funniest Thing! fan Christina Robohm drops in to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Pray for Others." Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"We're the pick of the litter, because God's the highest bidder."
For the first time in Funniest Thing! history Darrell and Ed forgot to share The 3 Breaths during the show.  So here is a specially added YouTube presentation of these three breaths for your enjoyment.
Self approval and self acceptance in the now are the main keys to positive changes in every area of our lives.  Loving the self, to me, begins with never ever criticizing ourselves for anything. Criticism locks us into the very pattern we are trying to change. Understanding and being gentle with ourselves helps us to move out of it. Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn't worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens. –Louise Hay, You Can Heal Your Life, Pg 15

 
We recommend you say this affirmation to yourself in the mirror at least once a day:

Your name, you are wonderful and I love you.

This is one of the best days of your life.

Everything is working out for your highest good.

Whatever you need to know is revealed to you.

Whatever you need comes to you.

All is well.

–From Louise Hay, You Can Heal Your Life, Pg 93
    The Divine cannot lack for anything, and we should not lack for anything that makes life worth living while here on earth.
    Everything that we do should be a success and we should be led to do those things which are constructive and worthwhile. Nothing is great and nothing is small to the Divine, so we should never wonder if what we are going to do will be hard or easy. God knows no hard and no easy.
    I have an inner understanding of my place in the universe. I know that it is unique. The Divine has not incarnated in anyone else and just the same individual way that It has in me. I am unique and forever individualized.  Therefore, I do not need to imitate anyone or to long for the good that belongs to another. All good is now mine and is now manifest in my experience.  I do not compete with anyone, for I am and remain forever myself. This self is united with all selves, but is always an individual and a unique self.  –Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, pg. 262-263
Daily Word
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Pray for Others
I bless others with my prayers.
    We all experience ups and downs. Feelings waver between elation and sorrow, hope and despair. Just as emotions do not last forever, the situations that cause them ultimately change as well.
    When I witness a loved one or a stranger experiencing a difficult situation, I hold them in prayer. I acknowledge their feelings with love and empathy. I look past their temporary circumstances to the unchanging Truth of who they are: God expressing as life. I envision them as healthy, prosperous, and filled with peace.
    Regardless of circumstances, I surround others with light and love. Together we may laugh and we may cry. Through it all, we give thanks for God expressing in and as our lives.

I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Do not fear, I will help you.”—Isaiah 41:13
That's right. Because I, your God, have a firm grip on you and I'm not letting go. I'm telling you, 'Don't panic. I'm right here to help you.'  "Do you feel like a lowly worm, Jacob? Don't be afraid. Feel like a fragile insect, Israel? I'll help you. I, God, want to reassure you."   –Isaiah 41:13,  from 'The Message' Bible translation
Great News!
There's still time for signing up to join Darrell on the upcoming weekend Yoogozi Mastermind Cruise from Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico.  The cruise boards in Los Angeles, CA on Friday, October 9th and returns Monday, October 12th.  The CEO of Broughton Hotels and frequent Funniest Thing! guest, Larry Broughton has put together an affordable, fantastic and fun event that includes gorgeous sunsets, private beaches, along with inspiring interactive mastermind sessions for anyone interested in stepping out boldly and getting the most out of the business of living.  And as promised during this episode, Funniest Thing! fans who sign up will receive a signed copy of Darrell's book What If Godzilla Just Wanted a Hug? in addition to Larry Broughton's new book Flashpoints for Achievers. 

Just some of the benefits you can expect are how to:

Quickly identify and break free from limiting thoughts.

Enthusiastically embrace change: transform fear into confidence.

Create a simple 7-minute morning routine that sets you up for daily success and a lifetime of happiness.

Recognize, trust and act on your intuition; reconnect with your creative genius.

What more could you ask for? Fun and valuable learning aboard a cruise ship from Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico. Return refreshed with new confidence and enthusiasm toward your life, business, and love.  Book now and save!  Get away and discover your best!  Click here for details.
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The Funniest Thing! Mail Bag
The following are all regarding the 18 Days With Darrell and Ed Mini Course In Miracles, on Facebook and YouTube.
From Kate Flores, West Orange, New Jersey
If you want a shot of joy and humor and practical tips to enjoy life more check out their podcasts: Funniest thing with Darrell and Ed.
 
From Christopher McKenzie, went to school in New Zealand
Thanks guys! I am loving these daily meditations!

From Christina Robohm, Oakland, CA
Perfect! I'm running out of back episodes to get my through every day.  Just finished 21 days with Oprah and Deepak, now onto 18 with Darrell and Ed!!! Yaaay sanity, ahhhh

Patricia Tanaka, Los Angeles, CA
Thank you!
Joke of the Day
Patrick goes into the confessional box after a long lapse from going to church.  Inside he finds a fully equipped bar, Guinness on tap and a row of decanters with fine Irish whiskey. On the wall is a dazzling array of cigars.  Then the priest comes in.

"Father, forgive me, for it's been a long time since I've been to confession, but I must admit that the confessional box is much more inviting than it used to be.”

The priest replies: "Get out, you moron, you're on my side."

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Improve Your Credit Score!

8/11/2015

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This is Mike Fransen who owns and operates the COOP Pizza with his wife, Christina. They're the couple we've been requesting prayers for on behalf of Christina. Hear the serendipitous story on how they crossed paths with us in the episode, "Don't Be Afraid to 'Unfollow' Your Fear." Meanwhile, keep those prayers of restoration, health, well-being, comfort, and prosperity for the Fransens going. The COOP Pizza, 10006 National Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034
Our affluence is secured every time we give credit when credit is due. Giving credit increases our commercial value by making us feel comfortable in our own skin. Funniest Thing! fan Sandy Page returns to read and discuss today's Daily Word®, "Comfort." Click here to download/listen.
The 3 Breaths
"When I hand out praises, my credit score raises."
 Webster's defines "salvation" as "liberation from clinging to the phenomenal world of appearance and final union with ultimate reality."
    The Alpha and Omega of life is Trust. Trust in the world and the God who made it. Never doubt. Doubt is unscientific. It fails to get results. The dawn of a better day awaits those who trust. –My Soul and I, Carrie Moss Hawley
    Often fear stands between man and his perfect self-expression. Stage-fright has hampered many a genius. This may be overcome by the spoken word, or treatment. The individual then loses all self-consciousness, and feels simply that he is a channel for Infinite Intelligence to express itself through.
    He is under direct inspiration, fearless, and confident; for he feels that it is the "Father Within" him who does the work.  –The Game of Life, Florence Scovel Shinn
    Do not covet your ideas. Give away everything you know, and more will come back to you.  You will remember from school other students preventing you from seeing their answers by placing their arm around their exercise book or exam paper.  It is the same at work, people are secretive with ideas. 'Don't tell them that, they'll take the credit for it.'
    The problem with hoarding is you end up living off your reserves. Eventually you'll become stale.

    If you give away everything you have, you're left with nothing. This forces you to look, to be aware, to replenish.
Somehow the more you give away the more comes back to you. Ideas are open knowledge. Don't claim ownership. They're not your ideas anyway, there's someone else's. They are out there floating by on the ether. You just have to put yourself in a frame of mind to pick them up.  –It's Not How Good You Are, It's How Good You Want To Be, Paul Arden
During this episode Darrell shared how giving away the secret to his unique style of working wet with pastels brought national recognition with a feature in American Artist Magazine.  And as promised here's the picture.
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Don't covet your ideas. Giving freely brings incredible rewards.
Ed read this letter he received from Universal Life Church because it's a great example of a letter to send and/or receive.

Hi Ed,

In case nobody has told you yet today, you are a fantastic person.
Whether you feel it or not, you get stronger, smarter and more amazing every day.
There's no point in fighting it Ed -- It's just part of being you.

Keep up the good work.

--Amy
www.ulcseminary.org

PS. This is just a kind word from me to you, for no other reason than because everyone needs a kind word now and then.
    Not only do we avoid the temptation to be dishonest by commission-taking something that doesn't belong to us-we also avoid dishonesty by omission.  If we receive high praise for a job well done, for example and no mention is made of an assistants invaluable participation, we speak up rather than passively except all the credit for ourselves.
    Sometimes others find our action surprising, or even "stupid". But regardless of peer or societal pressures, we insist on remaining unwaveringly honest in all our affairs.
    Today we realize that actions and thoughts motivated strictly by self-centeredness can bring us only misery.  Our recovery from egomania depends on thinking about and doing what we can for others, rather than constantly worrying about what they can do for us.
When we think of everyone as equal, and act accordingly, we feel best about ourselves.
–A New Day, Excerpts from August 3rd and 4th
    Have you ever really tried having confidence in the Spirit? Have you ever experimented with your own mind to see if you could come to a place where you really believe there is good enough to go around?  Possibly we have been holding our bowl of acceptance and are chalice of life upside down so that even the fruit and the wine of the Spirit cannot be poured into it. Yet the windows of heaven must forever be open.
    Today I open the window of my own soul so that the windows of heaven may pour into my experience a blessing greater than I am able to receive. Nor would I withhold this blessing from others, for as surely as it comes to me, just as shortly will it go forth multiplied and increased to heal and help, to bless and enrich and gladden others.  This is my day; this is my heaven; this is my life; this is my God. In him will I put my trust.  –Ernest Holmes, 365 Science Of Mind, Excerpt from July 30th
Daily Word
 Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Comfort
I am secure in the comforting love of God.
    Children have an inherent desire for comfort. Before they are able to speak, they cry out for touch, nourishment, and protection.
    Although I am no longer a child, I sometimes still need comforting. I need to feel safe and loved, especially in difficult times—when I may feel lost, sad, or afraid. I yearn for the reassurance that I am not alone.
    God gently reminds me to turn within, where comfort is always available. I release any sadness, fear, or loneliness. They have no place in my life. In the Silence, I feel God’s love deep within my heart. My inner child is comforted. I am safe and loved, strong and courageous. I stay in touch with Spirit and am at peace in good times and in tough times. I am secure in the comforting love of God.

Let the little children come to me.—Matthew 19:14
A great companion episode to this one is, Let's Go Praise-y!
Great News!
There's still time for signing up to join Darrell on the upcoming weekend Yoogozi Mastermind Cruise from Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico.  The cruise boards in Los Angeles, CA on Friday, October 9th and returns Monday, October 12th.  The CEO of Broughton Hotels and frequent Funniest Thing! guest, Larry Broughton has put together an affordable, fantastic and fun event that includes gorgeous sunsets, private beaches, along with inspiring interactive mastermind sessions for anyone interested in stepping out boldly and getting the most out of the business of living.  And as promised during this episode, Funniest Thing! fans who sign up will receive a signed copy of Darrell's book What If Godzilla Just Wanted a Hug? in addition to Larry Broughton's new book Flashpoints for Achievers. 

Just some of the benefits you can expect are how to:

Quickly identify and break free from limiting thoughts.

Enthusiastically embrace change: transform fear into confidence.

Create a simple 7-minute morning routine that sets you up for daily success and a lifetime of happiness.

Recognize, trust and act on your intuition; reconnect with your creative genius.

What more could you ask for? Fun and valuable learning aboard a cruise ship from Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico. Return refreshed with new confidence and enthusiasm toward your life, business, and love.  Book now and save!  Get away and discover your best!  Click here for details.
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The Funniest Thing! Mail Bag
From Chris Schawn, Scottsdale, AZ

So heard your show this morning as I was walking and laughed my butt off with the "Provolone mantra"…then I had 2 great ones myself I wanted to share:

If it tastes like your Mom's lasagna, then the hand of God is upon ya!!! That is for Ed's Italian heritage and here is what rang true for me: If it tastes like my green smoothie (i make the best!!), then Love is moving through me!!!!!

Just got off the phone with Christina Robohm and we are both praying so heavily about going on the cruise with Darrell and Ed and Larry Broughton.

Fantastic!!! I might even incorporate your Provolone mantra into my yoga classes for the breathing!!!!!!

Chris
Joke of the Day
A young man named Chuck bought a horse from a farmer for $250. The farmer agreed to deliver the horse the next day. The next day, the farmer drove up to Chucks house and said, "Sorry son, but I have some bad news, the horse died."

Chuck replied, "Well, then just give me my money back."

The farmer said, "Can't do that. I went and spent it already."

Chuck said, "Ok, then, just bring me the dead horse."

The farmer asked, "What ya gonna do with him?"

Chuck said, "I'm going to raffle him off."

The farmer said, "You can't raffle off a dead horse!"

Chuck said, "Sure I can, Watch me. I just won't tell anybody he's dead."

A month Later, the farmer met up with Chuck and asked, "What happened with that dead horse?"

Chuck said, "I raffled him off. I sold 500 tickets at five dollars apiece and made a profit of $2495."

The farmer said, "Didn't anyone complain?"

Chuck said, "Just the guy who won. So I gave him his five dollars back."

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