A Lifetime of Holy Relationship

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019

The Subject Is Forgiveness

The Subject Is Forgiveness No relationship can survive without forgiveness. It is the purest expression of love and truth. The Sufis say Ar Rachman Ar Rahim, God/dess is Mercy and Compassion. The New Testament says, 'We love because God/dess fist loved us.' In Arabic there are four Names of God that speak of God/dess's essential Nature as a Compassionate and Forgiving Diety. They are: Ya Gafar (God The Continuous Forgiver of our sins) Ya Gafur (God The Penetrating Forgiver of our sin) A Tawab... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, September 1, 2019

The Subject is Being Unfairly Attacked

The Subject is Being Unfairly Attacked Have you ever been thrust on the defensive by a loved one telling you that you are not measuring up? Measuring up to what? It is like getting a bad performance review when you inner knowing. You know your heart have been giving your all. It stings and feels like being 'unfaired against'. Suddenly you feel forced to defend yourself. In my experience, these conversations most often lead to a less than peaceful outcome. Perhaps it would be better to end that... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, August 31, 2019

The Question Is Power

The Question Is Power The pecking order of power comes up in every relationship. Which of us shall have final authority? The bottom line: who's in charge? In a holy relationship, power is shared. The context determines who has what power. Power flows between partners according to how it will best be used. The focus of both partners is growth and developing their full potential Power struggles are rare and compassion is evident. In a sacred relationship. power is not a dirty word, it is a natural... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, August 30, 2019

Let's Talk About Sex

Let's Talk About Sex In a sacred relationship, sex is sacred. In fact, all sex is sacred. But one's awareness of this is the critical factor. In any relationship involving physical intimacy, the question is, are you experiencing the oneness and sacredness of your physical relationship? The answer is either yes or no. If your answer is sometimes yes, sometimes no, knoBut normal does not take away from the ideal. It is possible to experience sacred sex almost every time. So, let's explore some of... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, August 29, 2019

The Subject Is Compromise

The Subject Is Compromise What do you do when you 'know' you are right butt your partner ses it totally differently. Easy say you, compromise. And I say easier said than done. If you are really serious about putting your significant other high on your priority list, then you must try to really understand her view of things. This is the heaart of compromise. By this, we mean 'understanding'. If i can suspend my judgments forr a moment, and truly see the other's point of view, then I am ready to... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

The Subject Is Mutual Respect

The Subject Is Mutual Respect Mutual respect is one of the hallmarks of a perfect and holy relationship. It is the 'I've got your back' support that allows maximum mutual growth. It is the 'I see Christ in you' approach to love and acceptance. It allows and encourages the beauty of the other. You cannot love what you do not respect. Conversely, you cannot respect what you do not love. Love and respect go hand in hand and are multiplicatively connected in a sybiosis of creative love and light.... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, August 1, 2019

The Subject Is Oneness

The Subject Is Oneness 'And the two shall become one flesh.' How do two unique humans live out their oneness without crushing their own unique gifts and character? Here are some of the ways: Honor the Divine in each other Support the highest yearnings of each other Love the process of humble critique Never be afraid of saying, "I am sorry, pllease forgive me." Honor process and change Learn to laugh at one's self Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

The Subject Is Love

The Subject Is Love Love is no respector of persons. Love shines its blinding light on the just and unjust, alike. I am confused. You showed up, and completely filled my vista. Your light blinds me to so much when you come near. When you're not here your light comes from within. Oh Holy One, What am I to do? It is you who direct and dance in my dreams. How long will you stay away? Come, Oh joy of my soul, Come and hold me. Come, let me whisper in your ear. Our mission together calls. Can you... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, July 22, 2019

The Question Is Honesty

The Question Is Honesty The most vital honesty is that with yourself. Your thoughts, feelings, and acttions need your honest scrutiny. Only then can one be honest with others. And there is a secret to being successfully honest. The secret lies in self acceptance. Are you the one Creator fashioned? Are you the expression of Creator's perfection? Once you know that you are, you become free to just be yourself and honesty becomes a pic-ni in the Sun. This honesty does not mean that you have no... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 21, 2019

The Question is Trust

The Question is Trust Trust is the Life Blood of a meaningful relationship. It is the glue that holds us together when relationship issues challenge us. What are the foundations of trust in healthy relationships? My word is sacred I give more than I receive I am honest I consider the other sacred I honor our inner knowing Your welfare is as imortant as my own I love and accept myself fully Sign in to see full entry.

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