As don Miguel Ruiz says in The Four Agreements*, we, as humans, are the only species that pay a thousand times for just one mistake. Using our memory, we remember one incident from our past. Then we judge ourselves, find ourselves guilty and punish ourselves - over and over again. Caught in this cycle of self-recrimination, we miss the opportunity to be present and available to what is in front of us in this moment. When we dwell on a story from the past we are more likely to re-enact exactly what we want to avoid!

So how do we stop? Here's a way we can apply the fourth agreement, "Always Do Your Best", to shift this painful pattern: Recall an incident when you said or did something that you still regret. Perhaps you spoke unkindly to a colleague, friend or your child. Maybe you didn't follow through on a commitment.

Using the power of your imagination, replay the scene in your mind as if you're watching a movie of your life. Watch what you say or do and notice how your action impacts you and those around you. Now pause, breathe and ask yourself, "Is it possible that in that situation, given who I was and what I knew at the time, I was doing my best? Is it possible that, in that moment, I didn't know any other way to be?" When you shift your perspective, you may find that you can finally forgive yourself and let go. With that, there's space to lovingly see the lesson you needed to learn and be happy in this moment. Try it out, and let me know what you discover.

~ Linda

Toltec Pilgrimage to Teotihuacan
(near Mexico City), Mexico

October 26-31, 2006
Cost: $1,095

I want to invite you to a very special experience I am offering with my colleague, Hunter Flournoy, from October 26-31. We will be guiding a small group of people through the powerful healing site of Teotihuacan, Mexico to release the habits, beliefs and attachments that make our lives so small, and keep us from the happiness that is our birthright.

Empowered by the energies of this sacred place, the wisdom teachings of the ancient Toltec masters, and the fellowship offered to each other, participants will begin to transform their lives into a masterpiece of art. They will rediscover a greater capacity to release doubts and fears and make choices to live with awareness, playfulness, loving-kindness and confidence.

Your payment covers a fully escorted journey, transfers to and from Mexico City Airport, 5 nights/6 days' accommodations, entrance fees, teachings, ceremonies and farewell dinner.

Hunter and I are both skilled facilitators and master Toltec teachers in the lineage of don Miguel Ruiz. Our intention is to create a safe and sacred environment that will fully support you to recover your life. This trip may be just the thing to take you to the next level of your personal, professional and spiritual evolution.

For more information and registration forms, Click Here.

Register for a free 30 minute teleconference on Monday, August 21 at 5:30 pm PDT to meet Hunter and myself and learn more about the journey at: info@lindalandon.com.

Come learn how to integrate this powerful principle from New York Times bestseller The Four Agreements into your life so you can be immune to criticism, communicate more clearly, and stay peaceful no matter what is going on.

The Four Agreements at Work

New Class and Teleclass Series begin in September

Teleclass Series:
Monday:
September 25, October 9, October 23 and November 6
3:00 - 4:30 pm PT (6:00 - 7:30 pm ET).
Teleclass cost: $49 per class or $169 for series of four.

Class Series:
Tuesday:
September 26, October 10, October 24 and November 7
7:00 - 9:00 pm PT.
Class cost: $59 per class or $199 for series of four.

Many people who have read The Four Agreements find it challenging to live them. These lively and interactive class and teleclass series teach you how to make these simple principles real in your professional and personal life. In each class you learn one agreement and practice using it to transform yourself and all your relationships.

Choose the format that is more convenient for you: Classes meet in a beautiful location in West Los Angeles. Teleclasses are held via a phone conference line. Both are equally interactive, experiential, life changing and fun!

For more information and to register click HERE.