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Warm Welcome A LETTER OF WARM WELCOME: A Warm Welcome to each of you and a thank you for taking time out to read this letter. I hope you will find this letter to be worthy of your time, which, I feel, is extremely valuable. Whether you live in a warm or cold climate, you must admit there is something uniquely special about this time of year. For some of you , it is the coming together of families and friends; for others it is hearing, by card or phone, from loved ones with whom you have not connected with in many months, if not the entire year! For still others, the holidays are filled with warmth, both physical and emotional. Our hearts are touched by thoughts of sharing joyful times, such as wonderful family dinners, sitting by the fire in our living or family rooms while watching favorite movies and videos or going through family albums, and, of course, opening presents by the family Christmas tree or after lighting the candles of the menorah. For some of you, there may be some discomfort about seeing people that cause you distress. One recommendation here is to find something positive about them or their life – and focus on that, rather than what you do not like about them. Also, try visualizing them and filling your heart with warmth and compassion for them – and even, if you can, sending them some unconditional loving energy. But, for many of you, there will be moments of sadness because the holidays also make us so aware of the lack of presence of those we hold dear and whom live forever in our hearts. In this newsletter, I share with you some stories, information and even quotes which may help to get you through the holidays. May blessings of peace, warmth, laughter, good health and, of course, love, be with you throughout the holidays and the new year. With Warmth, Love and Light, Susan *A special note for those of you dealing with feelings of loss or illness during the holidays and looking for ways to help, please read Let There Be Light: Nine Ways to Make Space in Your Grief for Some Holiday Joy. Read Now...
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Joy is the most infallible
sign of the presence of God.
When you are sorrowful,
look into your heart,
But listen to me for one
moment,
ARTICLE - A HOLIDAY SURPRISE: Have you noticed that the older you become, the more losses you have of beloved friends, family and pets? And, that it is during the holidays, from Thanksgiving to the New Year, that you seem to notice and feel these losses the most? Why? It is all about energy and vibration. When you experience great sadness, the vibration of this remains stored in your cells. And, every time you experience something else which feels equally sad and painful, it will bring up whatever you have stored away from the past which is similar to what is going on in the moment. So, because you have so many past memories of times shared with loved ones over the holidays, the present holidays tend to remind you of who is no longer with you, and, naturally, you feel sad. But, help is available! Thanks to quantum physics, we know everything is vibrational energy, consisting of particles and waves of light, and that energy does not die, though it does change forms. And, wouldn’t you agree that some energy feels so much better than other types of energy? Love especially, is one of the highest forms of feel-good energy. Consider the possibility that your loved one may continue to be, but simply in the form of pure, loving energy. I do not know about you, but thinking about this possibility make me feel so much better, especially during these holidays. Remember, you were born with the power to choose what to think. Consequently, you get to determine how you feel. So, perhaps the following thoughts I am about to share with you, will bring you hope every time you think about them in relation to your loved one and the holidays. Those of you, who know of my work and research, know that I have interviewed many who have shared their stories of connections with deceased loved ones. Whether you believe or do not believe, I encourage you to ask your loved ones to find ways to give you a sign of their presence. Your loved ones communicate with you in so many unique and wonderful ways. See if you have experienced some of the following kinds of encounters which others have shared with me. Some patients have told me that when they feel low, sad and are really missing someone, they often turn on the radio and there is their favorite shared song (which may be decades old and no longer being played). Or, they have told me about phenomenal, clear dreams in which they have experienced a visit from their deceased loved one. Others have told me that at such times of pain and longing for their loved ones, they frequently find pennies, receive feathers that seem to come “out of the blue,” their phone rings and no one is there, the television or VCR goes on without them turning it on, their doorbell rings (and no one is there), a meaningful photograph falls off a table or wall, they smell the individual’s favorite cologne or perfume (only for a brief moment or two) or a rainbow appears. Patients have brought me photos of holidays with their families in which there are images of large, round, colorful forms of energy (sometimes called orbs), specifically over a family member who was close to the individual who had died. I have seen photographs that have been taken sequentially which show these energetic forms following the family members, as well as photos with a shadowy form next to a family member who was dearly loved by the deceased individual. Also, in my own office, when my patients are sharing with me their pain of missing a loved one, the light will flicker. It does not flicker any other time – only when someone is talking specifically about a loved one no longer living. Many have shared with me stories of similar experiences. Remember, everything, including your deceased loved ones, is pure energy and electrical energy appears to be relatively easy for them to manipulate. Finally, one patient shared with me this special story. Her son, she explained, loved having a large tree at Christmas. After his death, his mom found it hard to have any tree at all. But, for the sake of her other three children, she purchased a small table-top tree. After the kids had decorated the tree, they went to bed. The following morning, the surprised family found the tree on the floor to the right, and the lights and decorations in a pile to the left. The next evening, they redecorated the tree, and the following morning, found the same situation! As you can imagine, they were somewhat frustrated, and, after redecorating the tree, even tied the tree to the staircase. Again, the next day, they experienced the same thing. By this point, they felt fairly certain, that it was their brother and son who was responsible and that he was communicating his displeasure with the size of the tree. The family asked him to cut it out – and he did. But, they also knew he was with them, and this, when they thought about it, felt good! By the way, this is one of the families whose photographs of large colorful circular forms were previously described. So, they had lots of validation that he was with them. Your loved ones continue to be with you, even on the holidays. So, when you find yourself missing someone no longer here physically, talk to him or her, express what you feel, and, then, choose to focus on something that feels better, such as doing something special to honor him or her.
Know that you do not
have to be in pain every moment. There is much to focus on that brings joy.
Remember, you have many blessings. Just pick one on which to focus
and give thanks. And, finally, when you ask for a sign and then
release your request, you may be in for the most wonderful surprise, one
which will bring you joy and let you know they are with you. MORE OF MY FAVORITE QUOTES TO PONDER….
Peace of mind comes from
not wanting to change others, but by simply accepting them as they are.
No one can help us as much
as our own compassionate thoughts.
We live our lives forward,
but we understand them backward.
Teach only love for that
is what you are.
If you can focus on what
you have, you’ll see that the universe is abundant, and you will have more.
If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you’ll never have enough. PUBLIC APPEARANCES – THIS WEEK: BARNES & NOBLE BOOK SIGNING for Touched by the Extraordinary, 210 Commerce Blvd., Fairless Hills, PA 19030, Thursday, 1:00 to 4:30 , December 20, 2007. I will be signing books and giving to each one who purchases a book, as my way of thanking you, a wonderful CD produced by New Dimensions, “Seeing Miracles with Susan Apollon.” This interview with the renowned Justine Toms is a favorite of mine. It is packed full of extraordinary stories, including miracles of all kinds. I know you will enjoy it. I look forward to meeting you then. RECENT APPEARANCES IN 2007 GILDA’s CLUB, Warrington, PA, Wednesday, December 12, 2007. I spoke on “Tips to Creating an Holidays and a New Year filled with Peace, Love and Happiness.” We had a wonderful group and a truly special evening. IN THE BUCKS COUNTY COURIER TIMES AND THE PHILLYBURBS, (http://www.phillyburbs.com/pb-dyn/news/257-11282007-1447780.html Wednesday, November 28, 2007, well-known columnist, Kate Fratti, wrote a very special piece, “A Different Kind of Warmth,” based on an interview she had had with me. Thanks to Kate, many who have had losses and who are in need of healing, became aware of Touched by the Extraordinary and felt it would help them and their loved ones. I am grateful to Kate for bringing this to the public, honestly, not because we sold more books, but because the book was written to help people heal and more will find comfort and help by reading the powerful stories shared with me by so many others. BREAST CANCER EVENT, co-sponsored by the Susan G. Komen Foundation , with Dr. Beth DuPree, breast cancer surgeon and author of The Healing Consciousness, Spiritman Joseph Tittel, gifted medium and psychic, radio talk-show host and author of Messages from the Other Side, and myself, at the Sheraton Hotel, Fairless Hills, PA, October 28, 2007. This event was special because of the valuable and informative material each of the presenters wanted to share with the audience. I felt honored to be a part of an experience which proved to be genuinely healing for so many who attended. *********************************************************** WHAT’S NEW FOR 2008… My desire is to share with you what will help you heal, develop your intuition, find peace and be happy. To do this, I have created new material soon to be available in 2008, including classes and courses for the internet. Additionally, Yanni Maniates and I will be releasing our book and CDs in early 2008, as well as presenting our joint projects on the internet. I am excited and look forward to sharing the New Year with you. FOR MORE INFO REGARDING WHERE I HAVE APPEARED – OR FUTURE APPEARANCES, PLEASE VISIT: TOUCHEDBYTHE EXTRAORDINARY.COM MEDIA PAGE. We will soon be adding a photo section to give you a better sense of these events.
If you are looking to improve your life, I want to share with you a partial list of people for you to Google. They are amazing souls and they have each created amazing work which has the power to influence, impact, heal that part of you which is in need of healing, bring you joy, inspire you, and just enable you to feel good and peaceful. In future newsletters, I will bring you more individuals and plan to highlight one individual at a time. But ,in the meantime, you can check them out at your own pace. John Harricharan (author of The Powerpause, When You Can Walk on Water, Take a Boat), www.insight2000.com William Hablitzel, MD, author of Dying Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me, www.storiesforhealing.com Heather O’Hara, author of Axis: The Song in the Center of the Soul – www.Quantum-Grace.com, www.The-Lotus-Project.com; Marcia Breitenbach , songwriter, therapist, grief specialist, author and creator of Winds of Change book and CDs and Catch the Breeze CDs, www.themagnificentyou.com Correy Roach, a grief specialist, nurse and author of By Grace of Mourning. Beth DuPree, MD, breast cancer surgeon and author of The Healing Consciousness, www.thehealingconsciousness.com TerriMarie, author of The Solution Is at Hand: The Dottie Walters Story, www.thespiritualarena.com; Anita Bergen, author of Life and Other Options, a wonderful book of quotations and affirmations that can be easily downloaded, www.inspirationonline.com Yanni Maniates, gifted teacher of meditation and intuitive development and author of Magical Keys to Self-Mastery: Creating Miracles in Your Life, www.learnedmastery.com Spiritman Joseph Tittel, gifted medium, psychic, radio show host, author of Messages from the Other Side, www.spiritmanjoseph.com Janis Hauser, fitness trainer, mom and author of Free to Be Fit!; www.free2befit.com Susan Duval, MBA, the wonderful creator of Susan Duval Seminars, brings to you outstanding speakers for personal growth, holistic health, spirituality and metaphysics, www.susanduvalseminars.com Jon Benson, a fitness guru with a spiritual perspective, author of Fit Over 40, www.fitover40.com
*********************************************************** You were born with extraordinary gifts and abilities which can enable you to have the peace, joy and life for which you have longed. I have spent my life researching how we can develop and harness these abilities, and I love empowering others by sharing the results of my work in seminars and workshops. In fact, it is my passion to help you find whatever you need, whether it is developing your intuition to better your life or to enable you to know what you need for healing. I look forward to speaking to your group, sharing the newest research in a warm and comfortable style, while speaking about significant issues related to dealing with loss, illness, intuition, healing and empowerment. I also bring to my audiences wonderful stories shared with me by those I have interviewed that demonstrate just how powerful we are as human beings. If you would like to arrange to have me speak to your group, please call (215) 321-0632 or e-mail me at susan@mattersofthesoul.com. DECEMBER SPECIAL: If you are interested in an autographed copy of Touched by The Extraordinary and the 11CD audio version of the book, a specially priced package ($49.97 - for December only) saving you 50% of the retail cost, is available at Signature Plus, 3 E. Afton Ave., Yardley, PA - 215.493.3099. A portion of the profits for the set will be donated to The Healing Consciousness Foundation. FINAL THOUGHTS: During this Holiday Season, find the beauty & joy of this season within you, your family and our world. Help empower those whom may be feeling uncertain, bring to them the gift of Love for all seasons. With Warmth, Love and Light, Susan Apollon Please forward a copy of this newsletter to your friends and family, suggesting that they might want to sign up for their own copy at: http://www.touchedbytheextraordinary.com If you do not wish to receive this newsletter, to unsubscribe or change your options, visit the links at the bottom of this newsletter.
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