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Jeff Maziarek, author of Spirituality Simplified and Codi's Journey, available in both print and eBook formats, launched Pondercentral.com in May 2007 as a web-based forum for "PONDER on THIS," a series of weekday inspirational email messages he began sending to subscribers in March 1999.
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PONDER on THIS for Friday, July 20th, 2007 by Arnold Patent in YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL
“There is a basic rhythm to the Universe. We can notice it only when we are quiet enough to listen. Each of us has a rhythm that is in natural harmony with the universal rhythm. All of us together have … Continue reading
BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, July 19th, 2007 by Alanis Morissette in EXCUSES
“Why, no one will help me, I’m too dumb, I’m too smart, They’ll not understand me, I’m lonely, they’ll hate me There’s not enough time, it’s too hard to help me God wants me to work, no resting, no lazy … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, July 18th, 2007 by Deepak Chopra in THE WAY OF THE WIZARD
“Ego is “I”; it is your singular point of view. In innocence this point of view is pure, like a clear lens. But without innocence the ego’s focus is extremely distorting. If you think you know something—including yourself—you are actually … Continue reading
BEST of PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, July 17th, 2007 by Paul Ferrini in THE SILENCE OF THE HEART
“It is spiritual pride to think that you are any further on the journey than anyone else. Even if this were true, it would not serve you to know it or claim it. What serves you is compassion for self, … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Monday, July 16th, 2007 by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer in YOUR SACRED SELF
“Make an inner commitment to establish a new relationship with truth. The way to make this happen is to catch yourself when you are exaggerating or deceiving anyone, including yourself. Then silently tell yourself that you were about to puff … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Friday, July 13th, 2007 by Stuart Wilde in SILENT POWER
“What is normally considered to be power is not real power at all. Chasing money, glamour, sex; wanting control over others—political and military power—are all manifestations of the ego. They are often glorified forms of showing off; they dwell in … Continue reading
BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, July 12th, 2007 by Neale Donald Walsch in FRIENDSHIP WITH GOD
Neale Donald Walsch: “This is another place for me to mention my favorite prayer; the most powerful prayer I ever heard. Thank you God, for helping me to understand that this problem has already been solved for me. God: Yes, … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, July 11th, 2007 by Thich Nhat Hanh in PEACE IS EVERY STEP
“In Buddhism the word “suchness” is used to mean “the essence of particular characteristics of a thing or a person, its true nature.” If we want to live in peace and happiness with a person, we have to see the … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Monday, July 9th, 2007 by Alan Cohen in WHY YOUR LIFE SUCKS, AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT
“Looking good is important. I respect people who can make an attractive appearance and I try to look as nice as I can. Certainly you will go a lot farther in the world if you create a positive presentation. The … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Saturday, July 7th, 2007 by Todd Rundgren in GOD SAID
“Nearly everyone I know claims to have heard your voice And every time they do, I know I should rejoice Because one day you’ll break your silence And speak just to me But I feel like time’s running out And … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Friday, July 6th, 2007 by Wayne W. Dyer in THERE’S A SPIRITUAL SOLUTION TO EVERY PROBLEM
“When you find yourself thinking a thought that focuses on what you don’t want, no matter how insignificant it might be, remind yourself that you will ultimately act upon that thought and it will materialize into your life. Stop yourself … Continue reading
BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, July 5th, 2007 by Fr. Anthony DeMello S.J., in AWARENESS
“The heart in love remains soft and sensitive. But when you’re hell-bent on getting this or the other thing, you become ruthless, hard, and insensitive. How can you love people when you need people? You can only use them. If … Continue reading
PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, July 4th, 2007 by Debbie Ford in THE DARK SIDE OF THE LIGHT CHASERS
“The world mirrors yourself back to you. If you love, nourish, and appreciate yourself internally it will show up in your external life. If you want more love, give more love to yourself. If you want acceptance, accept yourself. I … Continue reading
BEST of PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, July 3rd, 2007 by Alan Cohen in DARE TO BE YOURSELF
“Your problems cannot be solved at the same level of consciousness at which you perceive them. The answer is always on a higher level than the problem. That is why the problem exists in the first place—to draw you to … Continue reading

