Monday, August 31, 2015
A HEAVY HEART
Several years ago I was introduced to the books of Dr. Wayne Dyer, and his words have brought me comfort and a new way of looking at life since that time.
Yesterday, Dr. Dyer left this world after a long battle with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. He was teaching and sharing right up until the end, and those teachings will go on through his books and audio recordings. He had a profound effect on so many people all over the world.
Today I thought I would share just a few of my favorite Wayne Dyer quotes.
"When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It's to enjoy each step along the way."
"If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."
"Doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life."
"What we think determines what happens to us, so if we want to change our lives, we need to stretch our minds."
"You are important enough to ask and you are blessed enough to receive back."
"There is no scarcity of opportunity to make a living at what you love; there's only scarcity of resolve to make it happen."
And this quote is one that has been particularly important to me and that I try daily to remember.
"Self-worth comes from one thing - thinking that you are worthy."
I know I will miss Dr. Dyer, and I had always hoped to be able to go see him speak at some point.That will not happen in this lifetime, but I know he is now happily dancing with the angels.
Oh Laura, that's so sad. I've heard of him, and his words are so very profound, he will be missed that's for sure.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing when you think how much of a good impact some people have on this world....we need more like that.
Jen
The world would definitely be a better place if we had more like him, Jen.
DeleteLaura, A good person has passed on. I love the sayings you cited. Blessings to you. xoxo,Susie
ReplyDeleteHe was definitely a wonderful man, Susie.
DeleteThank you for these words that surely are the essence of his great heart. I had not heard of his passing but his work and wisdom will live on.
ReplyDeleteThey will live on, Dewena.
DeleteI too enjoyed his writing! Sad to see him go!
ReplyDeleteLinda
I am so happy that we still have his books, Linda.
DeleteA beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul......
ReplyDeleteHe was a beautiful soul, Linda.
DeleteI need to get my journal out and write these down. There is truth here.
ReplyDeleteEvery time I read his books I learn something new. He was a very wise man.
DeleteChanging the way I look at things has been the biggest game changer for me in life. What a wise man.
ReplyDeleteIt's a game changer for me too, Michelle and something I work on all of the time.
DeleteWhat a lovely way to remember someone who made such a beautiful difference to so many in our world.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a beautiful day with thoughts of comfort.
Brenda
Thank you, Brenda. I hope you have a beautiful day too.
DeleteI remember reading many a book of his years ago...very inspirational. It is nice to see this tribute and some of your favorite quotes.
ReplyDeleteLove his newer books, Deb. If you have time you may want to pick them up.
DeleteI remember reading many a book of his years ago...very inspirational. It is nice to see this tribute and some of your favorite quotes.
ReplyDeleteI too was greatly saddened by Dr Dyer's passing. He was to do a seminar with Deepak next year and I had hoped one day to hear both...now it will just be his words that will comfort all of us...he was one of those amazing people whose loss is felt deeply. Thank you for sharing his amazing words here today!
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing seminar that would have been, Donna. I love Deepak's meditations.
DeleteI've memorized several of his quotes over the years and will write a few more in my journal today. How sad to lose such a gifted man. A nice post....and I love your new profile pic. Sweet hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteThank you, dear friend. Whenever I start to feel down I pull out some of his quotes to help lift me back up.
DeleteI was so shocked to hear of his death too! I had no idea that he was sick. I found out about it on Facebook. I always thought he was a brilliant man and he shared such important insights to things. He was comforting to listen to with his soft voice and left you feeling like you could handle anything. He will definitely be missed!
ReplyDeleteI really thought he had his cancer under control, and I am not sure if that is what killed him. They haven't said, Kelly. Whatever it was it took him too soon.
DeleteVery sad and I didn't know he was sick. Cancer has no mercy
ReplyDeleteCindy
It doesn't, Cindy. It will be a wonderful day when they find a cure.
DeleteOh, I hadn't heard. I don't listen to news anymore. So sad. He was really smart.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
He was a very smart man, Brenda.
DeleteI was saddened to hear of his passing, as I was a great admirer of his work. He will be sorely missed.
ReplyDeleteHe will, Claudia.
DeleteThose are very inspiring quotes, thanks for sharing them.
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