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."
"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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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."
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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