Maureen Ake

Open Heart Surgery in 21 Weeks Maureen Ake

Do you want to be happy? Do you want a peaceful and loving life? Do you want less drama and conflict? Do you want calm and clear communication? Do you want to be successful? This workbook is that guide and is meant for you. Your relationship with yourself and with others will determine your success and happiness throughout your life. This workbook is a way for you to understand yourself and how you look at the world. It is a way for you to go deeper into what brings you closer to love and uncover what drives you away from love."True self-discovery begins where your comfort zone ends" - Adam BraunThe topics will be presented and framed by Arthur Tassinello. Arthur presents a gentle and kind perspective as to why the area of focus is a valued aspect of love. Following each daily introduction will be questions carefully crafted by Maureen Ake. The aim of these questions is to help you think about yourself and your experiences objectively; that is no easy feat. You may become triggered by answering personal questions about your past, however, remember to treat yourself with loving care and allow the feelings to happen. By answering each question honestly, you will be able to comprehend the bigger picture of how you interpret love, and how sometimes faulty or unhealthy thinking can lead to breakdowns in relationships or your own negative self-concepts. Once you begin to identify the unhealthy thoughts, you can locate where they came from. Doing this work is much like going into your attic and finding old toys or baseball cards that no longer spark your interest or create feelings of excitement. Yet, these memories hold attachments, some good and some not so good that need to be resolved. You acknowledge the time and effort that it took for you to have these possessions. After reminiscing, looking at them and sharing a memory or two eventually, you ask yourself, "Is this something I need anymore?" "Why am I holding on to it?" "How does holding on to this help me?" As you identify experiences and feelings, you can learn to, gradually and carefully, let go of what no longer serves you. Learn to lean into love; love for yourself, others and the world. It is complex and simple, hard and easy. Love is a multilayered emotion that has beautiful intricacies. We encourage you to do the work. We encourage you to be kind to yourself while doing the work. We encourage honesty. We encourage bravery. Most of all, we encourage love. This may not be an easy road, but it is a journey that is very, very worthwhile. For the next 21 weeks, you will commit to examine your beliefs around love, your relationships and your attitude to achieve freedom. So, get comfortable with being uncomfortable... It is the only way to grow and change.