Voices That Guide Me
The teachers who helped me fall in love with life again.
In 2018, when I found myself in a deep depression, I went to Ibiza. After sleeping for three straight days, I turned to the internet, which guided me to the teachers whose words made me fall in love with life again.
See if they resonate with you.
Esther Hicks
Key Teachings:
The Law of Attraction, Emotional Guidance, and "Ask and It Is Given"
Esther Hicks, through her work with Abraham, has introduced millions to the concept of deliberately creating your reality. Her teachings revolve around the idea that you create your reality by aligning your thoughts, emotions, and desires. She emphasizes the importance of trusting the flow of life and understanding your emotional guidance system as a compass for alignment.
Quote to Remember:
"The better you feel, the more you are allowing."
"It is just as easy to create a button as it is to create a castle."
Why I Love Her: Esther’s teachings helped me focus on what feels good and to embrace the art of allowing. It’s not about forcing or controlling but trusting the flow of life. Her principles empower me to navigate life with more ease and clarity.
Susan Shumsky
Key Teachings:
The power of words and prayers to create instant transformation
Susan Shumsky’s book Instant Healing emphasizes the transformative ability of prayers and affirmations to bring immediate clarity and relief. She offers practical tools for connecting to inner peace and higher guidance through the power of intentional language.
Quote to Remember:
"When you speak words of healing and love, you invite transformation in every
aspect of your life."
Why I Love Her: Instant Healing reinforced my belief in the transformative power of words. Susan’s work complements the teachings of Louise Hay, showing how affirmations and prayers can shift energy and bring peace.
Louise Hay
For me, my ‘spiritual’ journey started with Louise Hay.
To be honest, her book was given to me by my mom just after my brother died. It was helping her a lot. I tried to read it, but couldn’t. It did not resonate with me at all.
Now I understand I was just not ready in that moment. Later, I picked it up again, and I found it amazing.
Key Teachings:
You can heal your life.
Self-love, affirmations, and the connection between mind and body.
Louise Hay’s groundbreaking book You Can Heal Your Life teaches that healing begins within. Her affirmations promote self-love and foster a deep connection to our bodies and minds.
Quote to Remember:
"Every thought we think is creating our future."
Why I Love Her: Louise taught me the power of affirmations and how to treat myself with compassion. Her work inspired my practice of gratitude and mindfulness.
Lisa Nichols
Lisa is one of my heroes. I knew her from the Secret, but really discovered her in 2018. She really helped me to fall in love with life again.
Key Teachings:
Personal empowerment, overcoming fear, and abundance through self-belief
Lisa Nichols’ transformational work is rooted in the belief that every individual has the power to rewrite their story and achieve greatness. Her teachings focus on building self-confidence, stepping out of your comfort zone, and creating abundance in all areas of life.
Quote to Remember:
"Your story is important, and what you do with it matters."
"Abundance is not something we acquire. It is something we tune into."
Why I Love Her: Lisa’s vibrant energy and powerful storytelling inspire me to believe in my unlimited potential. Her lessons on resilience and self-love remind me to stay focused on my goals and embrace every part of my journey.
Mike Dooley - TUT
Key Teachings:
Empowerment through positive thinking and Notes from the Universe
Mike Dooley’s daily “Notes from the Universe” are a gentle reminder that life is full of endless possibilities. His playful yet profound messages encourage us to take small steps while trusting the big picture.
Quote to Remember:
"Thoughts become things... choose the good ones!"
Why I Love Him: Mike’s light-hearted approach to serious truths reminds me to dream big but stay grounded. His insights align perfectly with the idea of co-creating an abundant life.
Wayne Dyer
Key Teachings:
Self-reliance, spirituality, and the power of intention
Wayne Dyer’s work emphasizes the inner journey and how our intentions shape reality. His teachings are a beautiful reminder of the connection between spirituality and personal power.
Quote to Remember:
"When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."
Why I Love Him: Wayne’s wisdom showed me that perspective is everything. His gentle, yet profound, insights encourage me to stay open to life’s possibilities.
Eckhart Tolle
Key Teachings:
Presence and living in the now
Eckhart Tolle’s The Power of Now is a timeless guide to finding peace in the present moment. His teachings emphasize that life’s richness unfolds when we let go of the past and stop worrying about the future.
Quote to Remember:
"Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have. Make the Now the primary focus of your life."
Why I Love Him: Eckhart’s work taught me how to be more mindful and present.
What I appreciate most is his ability to explain profound concepts scientifically while keeping them accessible and understandable.
This makes his books relatable to even the most down-to-earth readers, ensuring that his message resonates with people from all walks of life.
Sheelagh Mawe
Key Teachings:
The power of storytelling, resilience, and finding joy in the simple moments
Sheelagh Mawe, Mike Dooley’s mother, is an accomplished author known for her inspiring works, including “Dandelion” and “How Mom Got a Life”. Her teachings emphasize the value of resilience, creativity, and living with an open heart. Through
her books, she weaves powerful lessons on navigating life’s challenges with grace and humor.
Quote to Remember:
"Life is a story you write every day-make it a good one."
Why I Love Her: Sheelagh’s ability to turn life’s ordinary moments into extraordinary lessons is profoundly inspiring. Her storytelling reminds me to find beauty in simplicity and to approach life’s challenges with curiosity and courage.
If you feel drawn to any of these teachers, I encourage you to explore their work. Their words and wisdom have helped me to fall in love with life again, and they might do the same for you.
Follow your curiosity: read their books, listen to their talks on YouTube, and find their websites.
You might discover the inspiration you’ve been searching for.