My favorite part: “most of the time my desires are just taking a little time to cook.”

How helpful would THAT be for all of us to remember? Instead of thinking it’s not happening, or wondering what we’re doing wrong. Rather, “it’s cooking.”

I love it!

Thanks for posting, my friend. Please come back again.

Yet the slow and steady drives me nuts at times, when I let myself slip into believing that nothing is happening. Sure, sometimes it ain’t happening because I’m resisting. But I’m starting to get a handle on the idea that most of the time my desires are just taking a little time to cook. And in hindsight I can see how beautifully the Universe has laid out a series of life lessons to go along with the sometimes slow gestation of my desires (like patience, faith, forgiveness, acceptance, surrender, and yes… self love!).

It’s comforting (big relief!) to think that slow and steady is amazing too. Thanks Jeannette!

In fact, I quoted you in the next post!

This part I especially appreciated: “the process– while at times frustrating– has more often than not been a joy! Without learning all of these things, I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to find out who I truly am, and what I truly want out of life.”

I’ll second that, Gemstone! Thanks for posting.

PS – I heard Kate has a fan on facebook who has organized a study group around her book, for anyone who might want to check that out. Email Kate (www.goldstarcoaching.com) for more info if you can’t find them on fb.

Jeannette, Zoe and Leslie– Thank you for sharing your experiences! ( and Jeannette, you’re gorgeous and look like a skinny-minnie to me!)

I’m new to LOA ( just 10 months in). What I’ve found through all of your generous posts is that I learn something new with every topic that helps me, and that new knowledge illuminates subsequent manifestations for me. For example. I too have wanted to lose weight. Then I learned about feelings and their importance, and the power of being content where I am. I’m getting better at this, and have made great strides to love my body in all its glory– with some days being much better than others.

New posts taught me about limiting beliefs. And though the back and forth allowed on this forum, I’ve been able to uncover some doozies! For example, my mother– with all her good intentions– also made statements I took to heart. She said I was asking for trouble if I had a bangin’ bod, and as proof, all I had to do was look at my half-sister. She was thin and gorgeous, and it got her into the wrong crowd. She died three years ago from liver failure brought on my alcohol and heroin use. I also bought into the belief of what a co-worker said when I got my first real job: “You look much younger than you are. Men are going to have a hard time taking you seriously”. I now know that subconsciously I didn’t want to add a size 4-6 body into the equation. (And there are other beliefs in there as well, but I’ll spare you.)

However, I have to say, the process– while at times frustrating– has more often than not been a joy! Without learning all of these things, I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to find out who I truly am, and what I truly want out of life– I’m no longer such an enigma to myself.

I did get the e-book “Think yourself Thin with the Law of Attraction” by Kate Corbin. I do recommend it. In the three weeks since I’ve began reading this book, I have noticed positive changes in my body. Will I manifest my flat stomach and long, lean legs? Only time will tell! But I know I’m okay if I stay a size 8. (and world events have pumped up my appreciation vibe. I’ve got it pretty good– cellulite and all!)

Before I go, I wanted to also comment on TIA. Your post sounds just like the book I’m currently reading (and highly recommend) “Calling in the One” by Katherine Woodward Thomas… You’re doing everything she advises in the book!

I intend that the universal woman in me knows she is not responsible for other’s unwanted and inappropriate behaviors, and that she is allowed to fully love and appreciate her body into it’s naturally beautiful shape.

Jeannette, as always, I love the sharing and connection on this blog and GVU! Thank you for creating the fertile ground.

Many blessings,
Nancy