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The Support Team Articles, Page 3
Sharings of experiences from the HeartLand "SuperIntensive" and "Live-It" Team members

Shift Happens Continued
by Patrick Quinn

Over the winding, twisting Ozark roads from my sister’s house to HeartLand, we talked and guessed at what the outcome of our visit would be. How could I possibly afford a workshop? I barely had gas money to get home.

My first encounter with michael brought up issues for me that I can now see were ghosts from my past. He reminded me of a high school teacher with whom I’d had a run in as a young man. ‘Knowing it all’ can be tough on those of us who do, and it took awhile for me to get past my judgment.

michael, Joanne and I sat and talked until dinner. We ate a nutritious meal at the HeartCenter and met the SupportTeam members. After dinner, michael and I talked in depth about the future and about the medication straight jacket I was headed for. The clarity with which he described the Intensive process left me excited. It sounded like I might have a chance to make a real change in my life—to heal.

All I had to do was be willing to work—both on my process and on a variety of projects at HeartLand. Though I had no money, I was invited to join the SupportTeam Super-Intensive on an exchange basis. My exchange for the Intensive would be my skills in maintenance, carpentry, repair, plumbing and electrical.

Simple enough!

On the return to Joanne’s, I made a decision. Two days later I returned to HeartLand and began the process of rediscovering my life while receiving the feedback and support that was offered through the program.

That decision changed my life. One of the main things I’ve learned is that happiness is truly a state of mind; and, today, I am the happiest human on earth. I have truly been born again. I feel alive! Life is an adventure! (Phew!) It’s easy for me to become enraptured in these changes. My awareness has made a complete shift. Love, not depression, is foremost in my mind. My dream of change is happening daily. I’ve learned to create.

It’s so joyous to remember the first time I really looked in the mirror.

"Whoa! Who the ‘hey’ are you?" I wondered, staring at the stranger in the glass.

When I arrived at HeartLand, I weighed 277 pounds. I weigh 227 today. I don’t take or need any medication. My complexion is great and my eyes are clear. I have youthed to the point that family and friends no longer recognize me. Joyous tears flow at the miracle I have become. All I had to do was—do it. I had to work the simple tools I found here. Now, I use these tools daily to continue my healing process. As one heals, we all heal.

Well, I'll close for now. There will be more to come. I’m a work in progress, day-by-day.

Blissed out in HeartLand, Pat

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In Ways to Live It, you will find information on how to apply the Tools you will learn at HeartLand to your life. There are articles by Chef Ari and CJ Ryce along with some delicious recipes. Testimonials are provided to give you an idea of how HeartLand is changing people's lives. Partners in Parenting is presented by CJ ryce, author and mother dedicated to bringing michael's message to children of all ages. Happenings: Support Team Articles pages provides you with articles describing the outcomes of Intensive graduates. Mind Shifters Program is our support group outreach program. Learn how you can support others and bring the message to your neighborhood!

Other Links:
HeartLand Happenings / Support Team Super-Intensive
Support Team Annual Update / Introduction to Workshops
Overview of Workshops / Intensive Descriptions
Workshops on the Road
/ MindShifters Program

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