http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wildeAn outside-the-box show of spiritual teaching and inspiration for outside-the-box thinkers from a minister who believes whole-heartedly in an outside-the-box kind of God. Practical, humorous and encouraging podcasts for the spiritual but not religious, progressive Christians, seekers, believers, hopers and skeptics. We may not be able to define God; "God is love," may be the closest we can get. But it's that love that makes all the difference. And when you know "You are loved," life is good!enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 12:45:00 GMTWed, 04 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMTSpiritualityBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/6ac2c2c7-9257-43cd-8c99-e6bb7ef4a5f1_img_6876.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wildeAn outside-the-box show of spiritual teaching and inspiration for outside-the-box thinkers from a minister who believes whole-heartedly in an outside-the-box kind of God. Practical, humorous and encouraging podcasts for the spiritual but not religious, progressive Christians, seekers, believers, hopers and skeptics. We may not be able to define God; "God is love," may be the closest we can get. But it's that love that makes all the difference. And when you know "You are loved," life is good!feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comspirituality,love,peace,faith,self-discovery,inspiration,sam wilde,reverend sam wilde,encouragement,godYou Are LovednoAn outside-the-box show of spiritual teaching and inspiration for outside-the-box thinkers from a minister who believes whole-heartedly in an outside-the-box kiepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/02/04/how-to-find-whatever-it-is-you-are-looking-forSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/02/04/how-to-find-whatever-it-is-you-are-looking-for/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/02/04/how-to-find-whatever-it-is-you-are-looking-forWed, 04 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMTHow To Find Whatever It Is You Are Looking ForWhat are you looking for? It may be something as simple (and silly) as your keys, or it may be as big and profound as your faith. All of us are looking for something and often we are looking for something that we have lost. Have you lost energy, faith, time, strength, ideas? There is a way to find whatever it is we are looking for, whatever it is we have lost. I was reminded of this the other day when my daughter lost one of her ballet slippers. She searched the house and car and couldn't find it. That's when I shared with her what I have learned about finding and in the show I'll share it with you! 00:17:00You Are Lovednoloss,recovery,discovery,finding what you want,Reverend Sam WildeWhat are you looking for? It may be something as simple (and silly) as your keys, or it may be as big and profound as your faith. All of us are looking for somehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/28/this-is-how-god-is-like-your-computerSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/28/this-is-how-god-is-like-your-computer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/28/this-is-how-god-is-like-your-computerWed, 28 Jan 2015 16:00:00 GMTThis Is How God is Like Your ComputerHave you noticed the way your computer seems to anticipate your every desire? If you search online for a certain kind of shoes, all day long, all week long, every time you open an internet site, there's a little picture of those shoes with an easy button to click to buy them. How does that happen? It's a wonderful metaphor for the way the Divine works in our lives through prayer. If you've ever wanted a little 101 on prayer--and prayer outside of the box--this is the show to listen to. 00:17:00You Are Lovednoprayer,God,asking,getting what you want,desireHave you noticed the way your computer seems to anticipate your every desire? If you search online for a certain kind of shoes, all day long, all week long, evehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/21/how-to-get-more-good-in-your-life-and-get-some-happy-in-your-daySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/21/how-to-get-more-good-in-your-life-and-get-some-happy-in-your-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/21/how-to-get-more-good-in-your-life-and-get-some-happy-in-your-dayWed, 21 Jan 2015 15:30:00 GMTHow to Get More Good In Your Life (And Get Some Happy in Your Day)When someone asks you how you are, what do you say? If you're like me and most people you say, "Good." But are you really good? And what does that word even mean? Are we healthy when we are good or happy or at ease? Most of us say "good" but we still struggle, often with little irritiatons and problems. How can we shift to really feel good? And be good? And do good? And see good? When we learn how to do that, we are at the beginning of real happiness. Come find out the true meaning of good and get some happy in your day! 00:16:00You Are Lovednogoodness,finding goodness,Reverend Sam Wilde,encouragement,God's goodnessWhen someone asks you how you are, what do you say? If you're like me and most people you say, "Good." But are you really good? And what does that word even meahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/13/the-secret-of-the-purple-sushi-what-to-do-when-you-have-no-idea-what-to-doSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/13/the-secret-of-the-purple-sushi-what-to-do-when-you-have-no-idea-what-to-do/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/13/the-secret-of-the-purple-sushi-what-to-do-when-you-have-no-idea-what-to-doTue, 13 Jan 2015 15:00:00 GMTThe Secret of the Purple Sushi: What To Do When You Have No Idea What To DoHave you ever caught yourself saying, "I have no idea!?" I have certainly lived through many a moment of having no idea--no idea what to do, no idea how to proceed, no ideas for a book, no ideas that could solve a problem. We use our ideas for everything in every area of life, from dinner planning to child rearing to project innovation to conversations with family members. We need ideas, and new ideas constantly, but where do they come from? Maybe from some purple sushi...? On today's show, I'll share the secret about infinite ideas that purple sushi helped me to remember. 00:16:00You Are Lovednocreativity,creativity and God,Sam Wilde,ideas,divine ideasHave you ever caught yourself saying, "I have no idea!?" I have certainly lived through many a moment of having no idea--no idea what to do, no idea how to prochttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/06/the-best-wisdom-for-the-new-year-go-take-a-showerSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/06/the-best-wisdom-for-the-new-year-go-take-a-shower/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2015/01/06/the-best-wisdom-for-the-new-year-go-take-a-showerTue, 06 Jan 2015 15:30:00 GMTThe Best Wisdom for the New Year: Go Take a ShowerIt's the start of another year which means everyone, even those who don't usually think about such things, gets to think about beginning again. Resolutions get made (or not) and we hope for more or different or better outcomes in 2015. I've learned through life experience that the new year is actually a terrilbe lie (okay, not so terrible but it makes it sound shocking, doesn't it?). Do you take a shower once year? Probably not. Then why celebrate the new year only once every 365 days? Come listen to a message you won't here anywhere else! 00:15:00You Are Lovednonew year,2015,new year's resolutions,beginning,beginning againIt's the start of another year which means everyone, even those who don't usually think about such things, gets to think about beginning again. Resolutions gethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/07/31/youre-right-you-cant-do-it-and-thats-the-good-newsSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/07/31/youre-right-you-cant-do-it-and-thats-the-good-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/07/31/youre-right-you-cant-do-it-and-thats-the-good-newsThu, 31 Jul 2014 15:30:00 GMTYou're Right. You CAN'T Do It. And That's The Good News.Saying "I can't" isn't very popular these days. Everyone needs to have a "can do" kind of attitude. Yet countless times in a lifetime (and a day), we genuinely feel that we can't do whatever it is we are called on to do. With big challenges, truthfully, we can't do it--in our own strength and power. Saying "I can't" is the beginning of finding our "I can." In fact, realizing what we can't do on our own puts us in a position of power. Don't believe me? I'll tell you how it worked for me to find true strength come out of my big weaknesses (and boy are there a lot of those).   00:16:00You Are Lovednoweakness,power,Strength,finding strength,hopeSaying "I can't" isn't very popular these days. Everyone needs to have a "can do" kind of attitude. Yet countless times in a lifetime (and a day), we genuinelyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/07/08/why-i-became-a-minister-part-2-my-dirty-little-secretSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/07/08/why-i-became-a-minister-part-2-my-dirty-little-secret/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/07/08/why-i-became-a-minister-part-2-my-dirty-little-secretTue, 08 Jul 2014 18:30:00 GMTWhy I Became A Minister Part 2 (My Dirty Little Secret)While making the decision to attend seminary, I began to dip into a world I didn't know much about--a world different than my own, a little bit scary and totally unfamiliar. And yet this strange world I started to learn about it--parts of which I loved and parts of which I hated--began to change my life and my thinking. Ultimately, it led me down the path of ministry. I don't often like to share this part of my journey because I know what others think of it--but this morning, I want you to hear about a secret little part of my life that has helped me to be a better person--and may just be able to help you, too. 00:18:00You Are Lovednoministry,Seminary,being a minister,sam wilde,inspirationWhile making the decision to attend seminary, I began to dip into a world I didn't know much about--a world different than my own, a little bit scary and totallhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/24/the-number-one-best-spiritual-practiceSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/24/the-number-one-best-spiritual-practice/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/24/the-number-one-best-spiritual-practiceTue, 24 Jun 2014 14:00:00 GMTThe Number One Best Spiritual PracticeWhat would you say is the single most powerful spiritual practice--outside of love? I found out through some trials and some errors that there is one practice we can all do that brings incredible freedom, joy and peace. It's part of every spiritual path and while it's challenging, it's rewards are unmistakable. Also, I've never met a single person who didn't need it. Got any ideas? Listen in to hear my take on the single greatest spiritual practice and see if it suprises you or not! 00:16:00You Are Lovednospiritual practices,spiritual tools,inspiration,forgiveness,how to forgiveWhat would you say is the single most powerful spiritual practice--outside of love? I found out through some trials and some errors that there is one practice whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/18/self-love-isnt-just-a-saturday-night-live-skit-or-the-easy-way-to-world-peaceSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/18/self-love-isnt-just-a-saturday-night-live-skit-or-the-easy-way-to-world-peace/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/18/self-love-isnt-just-a-saturday-night-live-skit-or-the-easy-way-to-world-peaceWed, 18 Jun 2014 14:00:00 GMTSelf-Love Isn't Just a Saturday Night Live Skit (Or The Easy Way to World Peace)Remember the famous SNL skit where Stuart Smalley states: "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough?" I can remember laughing hilariously when I first saw it. There's nothing like making fun of something you know intimately and I've pretty much read every book on the topic of self-affirmation. Of course, now it's been proving scientifically that affirming and visualizing, in the way Smalley does, has dramatic effects. But long before SNL, the great teachers from the great traditions had already commanded us to love ourselves. Why? Because it's the way to world peace. Think it's impossible? Then listen to my story about support hose and you might change your mind.... 00:17:00You Are Lovednoself-love,peace,Love,Affirmations,forgivenessRemember the famous SNL skit where Stuart Smalley states: "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough?" I can remember laughing hilariously when I first saw it. There'shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/03/the-truth-of-why-i-became-a-minister-or-how-to-take-your-life-less-personallySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/03/the-truth-of-why-i-became-a-minister-or-how-to-take-your-life-less-personally/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/06/03/the-truth-of-why-i-became-a-minister-or-how-to-take-your-life-less-personallyTue, 03 Jun 2014 14:30:00 GMTThe Truth of Why I Became a Minister (Or how to take your life less personally)I was ordained 12 years ago this month in a beautiful ceremony at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. I took some impressive vows, too. But the journey leading up to that day showed my real commitment to being a "minister," and, as with most of us, the first person who needed my help was myself. I don't always feel like a "minister" and I don't always live up to my Cathedral vows, yet there is no doubt that my life was changed some twenty years ago in the best way and I want to tell you why. 00:18:00You Are Lovednoministry,ordination,spirituality,sam wilde,taking things personallyI was ordained 12 years ago this month in a beautiful ceremony at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. I took some impressive vows, too. But the journey leadinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/20/the-easy-solution-to-every-problemSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/20/the-easy-solution-to-every-problem/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/20/the-easy-solution-to-every-problemTue, 20 May 2014 15:30:00 GMTThe Easy Solution to Every ProblemI had a little problem yesterday that involved a vacuum cleaner. While trying to fix the trouble, I realized that I was doing what most of us do when we have problem--and when I finally figured out the solution, I had a good laugh. Not every trouble has the same solution, obviously, but the first solution to every difficulty we encounter is exactly the same. Nearly twenty years ago I learned this lesson for the first time and have practiced it ever since. Want to know what it is? 00:17:00You Are Lovednoproblems,solutions,spiritual solutions,overcoming challenges,helpI had a little problem yesterday that involved a vacuum cleaner. While trying to fix the trouble, I realized that I was doing what most of us do when we have prhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/13/how-to-instantly-improve-your-moodSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/13/how-to-instantly-improve-your-mood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/13/how-to-instantly-improve-your-moodTue, 13 May 2014 14:00:00 GMTHow to Instantly Improve Your MoodAll of us have days when we wake up "in a bad mood." We go through "funks." We "wake up on the wrong side of bed." We "need a vacation!" Did you know you can improve your mood radically without a holiday or winning the lottery or having anything go the way you want it to in a day? Discover some easy ways to quickly overcome a bad mood. These are tools anyone can use at any time that will ground you back in the spiritual truths of who you are as a beloved child of God. You'll feel better by the end of the show! 00:18:00You Are LovednoMood,Feelings,positive thinking,Love,Self LoveAll of us have days when we wake up "in a bad mood." We go through "funks." We "wake up on the wrong side of bed." We "need a vacation!" Did you know you can imhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/06/tempted-to-give-up-never-give-upSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/06/tempted-to-give-up-never-give-up/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/05/06/tempted-to-give-up-never-give-upTue, 06 May 2014 14:00:00 GMTTempted To Give Up? Never Give Up!The power of patience can't be overestimted! We are all tempted to give up at certain points and often go through times in our lives when we feel as if our prayers aren't being heard and certainly aren't being answered. Waiting seems like doing nothing--but it isn't so. Just as winter is the season when plants rest and begin to grow below the surface, times of waiting in our lives that demand all our patience are productive times. What can we do to get through the waiting? How can we use patience as a powerful tool? 00:18:00You Are Lovednopatience,power,prayer,waiting,inspirationThe power of patience can't be overestimted! We are all tempted to give up at certain points and often go through times in our lives when we feel as if our prayhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/29/the-secret-rewards-of-patienceSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/29/the-secret-rewards-of-patience/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/29/the-secret-rewards-of-patienceTue, 29 Apr 2014 14:00:00 GMTThe Secret Rewards of PatienceHow patient are you? It's often said that "patience is a virtue" but what does that mean? Some of us are naturally patient and some of us struggle to have any patience at all--but in either case, the rewards of having patience are immense and surprising. In fact, patience can lead us to exactly what we want. So what do you want? Do you think patience can bring you there? In this show, find out how the spiritual practice of patience can bring real joy. 00:18:00You Are Lovednopatience,Love,encouragement,ministry,hopeHow patient are you? It's often said that "patience is a virtue" but what does that mean? Some of us are naturally patient and some of us struggle to have any phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/15/how-to-handle-hardshipSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/15/how-to-handle-hardship/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/15/how-to-handle-hardshipTue, 15 Apr 2014 14:00:00 GMTHow to Handle HardshipEach us goes through times of challenge. During the course of a life, we will find ourselves facing hardships we have no idea how to overcome and few us of us have strong role models who taught us how to handle the hard times. But we have the power and the ability to transform discouragement and use it to forge a new and better path. Extending last week's show, today I'll share my favorite teachings on how to handle hardship--practical, simple and powerful ways to use or circumstances to overcome our circumstances. 00:18:00You Are Lovednohardships,inspiration,encouragement,help,hopeEach us goes through times of challenge. During the course of a life, we will find ourselves facing hardships we have no idea how to overcome and few us of us hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/08/the-cure-for-gloom-and-doomSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/08/the-cure-for-gloom-and-doom/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/04/08/the-cure-for-gloom-and-doomTue, 08 Apr 2014 14:00:00 GMTThe Cure for Gloom and DoomIt doesn't take much to get a person down. And all of us, at different times, go through periods of real hardship, occasionally being hit by many significant troubles at once. Getting stuck in a place of "gloom and doom" is a habit for  many and a home for others. Going there reflexively when we have a problem is hard NOT to do, but it is possible. No one feels good immersed in a gloomy perspective--not even Eeyore! Transforming our thoughts is the cure. Find out some ways to renew your mind. 00:17:00You Are Lovednoinspiration,positive thinking,renewal,transformation,sam wildeIt doesn't take much to get a person down. And all of us, at different times, go through periods of real hardship, occasionally being hit by many significant trhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/02/11/the-science-of-loveSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/02/11/the-science-of-love/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/02/11/the-science-of-loveTue, 11 Feb 2014 15:00:00 GMTThe Science of LoveLove isn't just a gooey Valentine's gift--a chocolate with a soft center. New research illuminates the powerful reality behind Love. Loving improves our health, our relationships and our brains. So how do we love in a scientificly effective way? Find out some specific and simple ideas to improve your experience of love--just in time for Valentine's Day. 00:18:00You Are Lovednolove,science of love,reverend sam wilde,Valentine's DayLove isn't just a gooey Valentine's gift--a chocolate with a soft center. New research illuminates the powerful reality behind Love. Loving improves our health,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/21/extremists-for-loveSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/21/extremists-for-love/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/21/extremists-for-loveTue, 21 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMT"Extremists for Love"The Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Junior asked the question, "Will we be extremists for hate or extremists for love?" In celebration of MLK day, the program will share a little view of his radical, transformative vision of love for all people. Get inspired by one of our greatest teachers of love activism! 00:17:00You Are LovednoMartin Luther King,Love,Reverend Sam Wilde,peace,equalityThe Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Junior asked the question, "Will we be extremists for hate or extremists for love?" In celebration of MLK day, the prograhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/14/what-you-do-mattersSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/14/what-you-do-matters/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/14/what-you-do-mattersTue, 14 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMTWhat You Do MattersMany years ago a woman asked me to pray for her to die. She felt that her life made no difference. What would you do in this situation? Discovering that we are loved brings a deep sense of our relevance in the world. It teaches us that we matter and it teaches us how to do more of what matters. Be uplifted in your daily activities as you listen to What You Do Matters. 00:17:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceMany years ago a woman asked me to pray for her to die. She felt that her life made no difference. What would you do in this situation? Discovering that we arehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/07/i-dont-love-you-but-god-doesSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/07/i-dont-love-you-but-god-does/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2014/01/07/i-dont-love-you-but-god-doesTue, 07 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMTI Don't Love You (but God does)Love is a wonderful idea. But what do you do with the people you can't love? Or the people you can't forgive? Or the people who don't change? We all encounter our fair share of unlovely and unloveable people, sometimes as close as a family member and sometimes as far away as a person who lived long before our birth. When we start practicing our Love walk, we might think we have to find a way to love everyone. We don't. But there is something we do have to do--for our own sake. I'll tell you what it is today. 00:17:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceLove is a wonderful idea. But what do you do with the people you can't love? Or the people you can't forgive? Or the people who don't change? We all encounter ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/31/what-everone-really-wants-for-the-new-yearSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/31/what-everone-really-wants-for-the-new-year/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/31/what-everone-really-wants-for-the-new-yearTue, 31 Dec 2013 15:00:00 GMTWhat Everone Really Wants for the New YearWhat are you hoping for in 2014? Most people, even those who will be fast asleep at midnight tonight (like me), use the year's transition to think about what came before and what might be ahead. Popular New Year's resolutions include dieting and being happier--but there's one thing everyone wants and I'm going to tell you what it is. 00:17:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceWhat are you hoping for in 2014? Most people, even those who will be fast asleep at midnight tonight (like me), use the year's transition to think about what cahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/17/who-or-what-is-godSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/17/who-or-what-is-god/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/17/who-or-what-is-godTue, 17 Dec 2013 15:00:00 GMTWho Or What Is God?Most of us spend a lot of life thinking about our childhood version of God or maybe the God we inherited from our parents or an early religious experience. We tend to think that spiritual authorities know God in a way we can't, but everyone has an imperfect vision of God. Finding out about the God of our own understanding can help us to develop a more mature--honest and useful--spiritual practice. 00:17:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceMost of us spend a lot of life thinking about our childhood version of God or maybe the God we inherited from our parents or an early religious experience. We thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/10/how-to-be-mediocre-and-live-happily-ever-afterSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/10/how-to-be-mediocre-and-live-happily-ever-after/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/10/how-to-be-mediocre-and-live-happily-ever-afterTue, 10 Dec 2013 15:00:00 GMTHow To Be Mediocre (and live happily ever after)Many of us struggle with wanting to do things right, to be perfect, or at least to be perfect in certain areas of our life. How satisfying is it to try? Realistically, it's not even possible! So what's the spiritual solution to perfectionism? Listen in for some ideas about how to enjoy the life that you have with the way that you are. 00:16:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceMany of us struggle with wanting to do things right, to be perfect, or at least to be perfect in certain areas of our life. How satisfying is it to try? Realisthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/03/time-out-to-breathe-a-little-yogaSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/03/time-out-to-breathe-a-little-yoga/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/12/03/time-out-to-breathe-a-little-yogaTue, 03 Dec 2013 15:00:00 GMTTime Out To Breathe--A Little YogaGive yourself the gift of time in this busy season to breathe. Receive the energy and inspiration that comes with deep breathing, pausing and relaxing. Enjoy a mini-yoga session with Sam in her own special style and from wherever you are. Discover a small window of peace and love in the hurry of your day! 00:16:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,peace,yogaGive yourself the gift of time in this busy season to breathe. Receive the energy and inspiration that comes with deep breathing, pausing and relaxing. Enjoy ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/26/thanks-for-my-crazy-familySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/26/thanks-for-my-crazy-family/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/26/thanks-for-my-crazy-familyTue, 26 Nov 2013 15:00:00 GMTThanks For My Crazy Family?!In two days many of us will be sitting at the Thanksgiving table enjoying good food and good family conflicts! Holidays can throw us into all kinds of dysfunction as we remember childhood events, sit around the table with relatives we might not like, and struggle to reconcile the way things are with the way we wish they would be. Here are 3 practical, immediately useful spiritual tips on how to survive the holiday. 00:17:00You Are Lovednofaith,spirituality,self-discovery,peace,familyIn two days many of us will be sitting at the Thanksgiving table enjoying good food and good family conflicts! Holidays can throw us into all kinds of dysfunctihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/19/how-do-you-get-there-from-hereSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/19/how-do-you-get-there-from-here/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/19/how-do-you-get-there-from-hereTue, 19 Nov 2013 15:00:00 GMTHow Do You Get There From Here?In celebration of the release of my book, Strange Gifts, I'm going to tell some of my story--how I got from there to here and focus on how we all get gifts we don't expect. If you are like many people, you aren't all that comfortable with with word "God," and neither was I for most of my adult life. For a lot of us, we don't like religious people at all and we certainly don't want to be like them, but all of us want the same results, a life of prosperity, peace, joy and love. How do we get there from where we are without being like "them?" 00:17:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceIn celebration of the release of my book, Strange Gifts, I'm going to tell some of my story--how I got from there to here and focus on how we all get gifts we dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/12/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/12/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/12/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 12 Nov 2013 15:00:00 GMTWho's Your Daddy?Did you have perfect parents? I don't know anyone who did, and I know many people who had very, very imperfect parents. Most of us struggle with our mothers and fathers at some point in our life--but there is a way to get out of blame, regret, anger, sorrow or disappointement about how our parents were--if we find out about our Big (spiritual) Mama/Daddy. So, who's your Daddy?00:16:00You Are Lovednoparents,mothers,fathers,self-discovery,peaceDid you have perfect parents? I don't know anyone who did, and I know many people who had very, very imperfect parents. Most of us struggle with our mothers andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/05/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/05/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/11/05/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 05 Nov 2013 15:00:00 GMTYou Can't See What's On The Other Side!A little incident at the traffic light the other day reminded me of one of the most important abilities God give us: to see things from a new vantage. What IS on the other side of our frustration or confusion or unforgiveness? The show offers some practical ideas for dealing with situations where you really feel like you can't see the other side of the matter.00:16:00You Are Lovednowisdom,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceA little incident at the traffic light the other day reminded me of one of the most important abilities God give us: to see things from a new vantage. What IS ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/29/what-are-you-listening-toSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/29/what-are-you-listening-to/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/29/what-are-you-listening-toTue, 29 Oct 2013 15:00:00 GMTWhat are you listening to?We all know the expression you are what you eat. To a certain extent we are also what we hear. What do you spend your time listening to? What kind of people and teachers do you hear in your life? Most of us hear ten negatives comments for each positive one, and it affects our lives deeply. We can live more positively when we hear more positives. Here are some ways to listen happier.00:15:00You Are Lovednopositive thoughts,positivity,peace,self-esteem,inspirationWe all know the expression you are what you eat. To a certain extent we are also what we hear. What do you spend your time listening to? What kind of people andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/22/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/22/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/22/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 22 Oct 2013 14:00:00 GMTRejectionWe have plenty of opportunities in our days to feel rejected--from the smallest slight of a stranger to an offense from a dear friend. The pain of rejection is very real; we often carry it with us for a long time. But you don't have to walk around with a rejected sticker on like a car that's failied inspection! In the world that matters, you always pass. Here's how to feel that way.00:16:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,self-love,rejection,self-esteemWe have plenty of opportunities in our days to feel rejected--from the smallest slight of a stranger to an offense from a dear friend. The pain of rejection ishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/15/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/15/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/15/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 15 Oct 2013 14:00:00 GMTOne Dangerous ThoughtOf course we all think many different kinds of thoughts during the day, some that help us and some that hinder us. But there is one thought that can have truly awful consequences; it's also a thought that can be changed. Thinking it leads to nearly every problem we can imagine in the world today. What do you think that thought is? On the program today, I'll tell you.00:16:00You Are Lovednothinking,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceOf course we all think many different kinds of thoughts during the day, some that help us and some that hinder us. But there is one thought that can have trulyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/08/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/08/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/10/08/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 08 Oct 2013 14:00:00 GMTIs love enough?For most of us with actual troubles and projects to deal with, love seems like a bandaid at best, a pollyanna attitude that won't help anything in the end, not in a substantial way. But what can love actually do? What sort of real-time, real-life dfference does it make? In this episode, we say to love, "come on, baby, show me the money!"00:16:00You Are Lovednofaith,love,spirituality,self-discovery,peaceFor most of us with actual troubles and projects to deal with, love seems like a bandaid at best, a pollyanna attitude that won't help anything in the end, nothttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/09/24/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/09/24/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/09/24/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 24 Sep 2013 14:00:00 GMTPerseveranceAre you going through something? If you're human, you probably answered yes. But if it gets really tough, what can we do to make the "going through" more than just suffering? If you're hanging on by your toenails, some spiritual wisdom can help you hold on by your hands!00:12:00You Are Lovednofaith,trials,spirituality,strength,inspirationAre you going through something? If you're human, you probably answered yes. But if it gets really tough, what can we do to make the "going through" more than jhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/09/17/whats-on-the-love-tableSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/09/17/whats-on-the-love-table/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2013/09/17/whats-on-the-love-tableTue, 17 Sep 2013 14:00:00 GMTUgly Duckling!Anyone feeling like an ugly duckling? I read the story to my children last night and realized what a powerful tale it is. After all, the duckling wasn't ever ugly, he just didn't know who he was! When he found out, he saw his own beauty. Of course, there's no God in the story...so how can spirituality make us beautiful? And I don't only mean from the inside out. I'll tell you what I think.00:15:00You Are Lovednobeauty,love,spirituality,self-discovery,belongingAnyone feeling like an ugly duckling? I read the story to my children last night and realized what a powerful tale it is. After all, the duckling wasn't ever ughttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/12/18/you-can-do-somethingSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/12/18/you-can-do-something/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/12/18/you-can-do-somethingTue, 18 Dec 2012 19:30:00 GMTYou CAN Do Something!People everywhere are filled with sorrow, anger and energy for change after the shootings in Newtown, CT , and yet many do not know what to do. This is the moment to use the power of love to transform a horrific act into lasting changes for the good and peace of all. With inspirational hopefulness, fervor and specific suggestions, Reverend Sam Wilde convicts everyone moved by the events to ACT with love NOW.00:15:00You Are Lovednolove,Sandy Hook,Peace,Comfort,changePeople everywhere are filled with sorrow, anger and energy for change after the shootings in Newtown, CT , and yet many do not know what to do. This is the momehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/19/join-the-love-revolutionSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/19/join-the-love-revolution/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/19/join-the-love-revolutionMon, 19 Nov 2012 19:00:00 GMTJoin the Love RevolutionI want to be part of the love revolution! If you read that and rolled your eyes, you're not alone! Revolutionary love seems like a throw back to the hippie 1960s, but the truth is that love is the fundamental principle of every great religious traditions. Don't believe me? Listen to this litany of love drawn from every path and practice and be amazed!00:15:00You Are Lovednoreligious traditions,interfaith,love,revolution,radical loveI want to be part of the love revolution! If you read that and rolled your eyes, you're not alone! Revolutionary love seems like a throw back to the hippie 1960http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/12/love-your-work-work-your-loveSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/12/love-your-work-work-your-love/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/12/love-your-work-work-your-loveMon, 12 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMTLove Your Work? Work Your Love!For many of us, work is nothing but drudgery. The common wisdom goes, "Find work you love," but that's not easy. What do you do when your work doesn't feel meaningful? What role does spirituality play in career? And for those longing to transition into jobs that do more for the common good, how do we get there? Love always has an answer! If you can learn to "work your love," you'll fulfill your calling no matter what.00:15:00You Are Lovednocalling,finding purpse,career,vocation,workFor many of us, work is nothing but drudgery. The common wisdom goes, "Find work you love," but that's not easy. What do you do when your work doesn't feel meanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/05/strange-giftsSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/05/strange-gifts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/11/05/strange-giftsMon, 05 Nov 2012 19:00:00 GMTStrange GiftsHave you been praying or hoping for something without getting what you want (or an answer at all?) Sometimes we receive strange gifts--not simply unexpected but different ones than we want--and yet these are stil gifts. How do you recognize an answered prayer in the form of a strange gift? Find out how to look for these unusual presents, how to prepare yourself to take them in, and how to shift from longing to belonging.00:16:00You Are Lovednogifts,prayer,answered prayer,belonging,finding loveHave you been praying or hoping for something without getting what you want (or an answer at all?) Sometimes we receive strange gifts--not simply unexpected buthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/29/s-l-o-w-downSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/29/s-l-o-w-down/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/29/s-l-o-w-downMon, 29 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMTS-L-O-W Down!If you are alive, you're probably in a hurry. It's almost an epidemic, the rushing, speeding, over-doing. Take a few minute to immerse yourself in some slow idea, some slow inspiration, and some ideas on how to slow down long enough to experience your own belovedness. Give yourself permission to BE STILL!00:13:00You Are Lovednostillness,busyness,slowing down,retreat,peaceIf you are alive, you're probably in a hurry. It's almost an epidemic, the rushing, speeding, over-doing. Take a few minute to immerse yourself in some slow idehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/22/the-economy-of-loveSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/22/the-economy-of-love/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/22/the-economy-of-loveMon, 22 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMTThe Economy of Love No better time to think about money than during election year! But what about the Love economy? How are things doing in that realm? Money struggles are so prevalent, very few live without experiencing them. Are you worried about financial issues or the future of the world? Listen and find some new ways to think about the state of the world and the state of your wallet. A new perspective can change everything. 00:15:00You Are Lovednoeconomy,money troubles,finances,politcs,loveNo better time to think about money than during election year! But what about the Love economy? How are things doing in that realm? Money struggles are so prevhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/15/a-personal-storySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/15/a-personal-story/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/15/a-personal-storyMon, 15 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMTA Personal Story What makes a person want to believe? What makes someone want to be a minister? In this modern, secular, all-doing all the time world, what sparks the movement towards a deeper spiritual life? Reverend Sam Wilde answers these questions herself, telling some of the story of how she came to believe in a Love beyond circumstance. 00:15:00You Are Lovednolove,belief,sam wilde,forgiveness,GodWhat makes a person want to believe? What makes someone want to be a minister? In this modern, secular, all-doing all the time world, what sparks the movementhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/08/no-condemnationSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/08/no-condemnation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/08/no-condemnationMon, 08 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMTNO Condemnation! Most of us struggle with a sense of our own imperfections, wrestle with failures, and often don't feel within that we are deeply loved as we are. On the large scale, this plays out in political ideology and personal theogoly that judges and condemns others. We think that religion has to be closed minded, bigoted and homophobic. This is not true! The message of Universal love speaks only of freedom, a place where we experience NO condemnation--and it is grounded in the experince of Christ, so no Christian can speak honestly while condemning another. Real spiritual freedom is internal AND global! The photograph you will see is of Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering "I Have a Dream" at the 1963 Washington D.C. Civil Rights March. Photo in the Public Domain. 00:15:00You Are Lovednohomophobia,freedom,Martin Luther King Jr,politics and religion,liberationMost of us struggle with a sense of our own imperfections, wrestle with failures, and often don't feel within that we are deeply loved as we are. On the largehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/01/yoga-timeSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/01/yoga-time/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/10/01/yoga-timeMon, 01 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMTYoga Time! Have you taken a deep breath today? Breath IS inspiration, the in-breathing of the Divine Spirit. Today's special program is a mini-yoga class for encouragement and relaxation. Let's see what it really means to "Let go and let God!" 00:15:00You Are Lovednoyoga,relaxation,surrender,breath,inspirationHave you taken a deep breath today? Breath IS inspiration, the in-breathing of the Divine Spirit. Today's special program is a mini-yoga class for encouragemenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/24/but-i-dont-feel-loved-1Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/24/but-i-dont-feel-loved-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/24/but-i-dont-feel-loved-1Mon, 24 Sep 2012 19:30:00 GMTBut I don't FEEL Loved! "You Are Loved" seems like a nice sentiment, but what about when it doesn't feel true? If someone tells you God loves you and you think, "well, then why can't I feel it?" this program is for you. And truly all of us go through this at least once a day! Are our feelings on the matter reliable indicators of the truth? And how can we get to that good feeling?   00:15:00You Are Lovednofeelings,God,feeling loved,self-esteem,faith"You Are Loved" seems like a nice sentiment, but what about when it doesn't feel true? If someone tells you God loves you and you think, "well, then why can'thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/17/are-you-cleaning-the-house-or-prayingSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/17/are-you-cleaning-the-house-or-praying/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/17/are-you-cleaning-the-house-or-prayingMon, 17 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMTAre you cleaning the house or praying? Another one for the mothers and fathers! I say mothering is a spiritual path and a spiritual practice and you say...aahhh! This stuff is hard. This stuff is really hard. How can we use the toughest parts of mothering to make progress on our spiritual journeys? I know parents who wish their children would be quiet already so they could meditate! Guess what? Childcare IS meditation (of a sort), and I can tell you for certain that it's some serious yoga practice! Come get inspired about your parenting and find ways to change your perspective about the challenges--or at least find ways to use the challenges of children to bring you closer to the God of your understanding. 00:15:00You Are Lovednoparenting,mothering,family support,parenting as a spiritual practice,spiritual practiceAnother one for the mothers and fathers! I say mothering is a spiritual path and a spiritual practice and you say...aahhh! This stuff is hard. This stuff is rehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/10/the-greatest-teacherSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/10/the-greatest-teacher/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/10/the-greatest-teacherMon, 10 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMTThe Greatest Teacher Okay, mothers (and people with mothers) this one is for you! A talk by the Dalai Lama inspires a meditation on the Divine Mother and our own humanly imperfect mothers. What does the great Buddhist leader say about his own mother? And how can mothers, who are plagued by the awful tyranny of the immediate, jobs that are much less than profound, and squabbling children, find and teach deep compassion? Spiritual food for mothers who often don't get a chance to eat in peace! And for all of us who work with our own mothers and a deeping out of the limited idea of ONLY a "father" god. From the archives of The Agape Journal, this is one of my favorite musings on the motherly expression of God. 00:16:00You Are Lovednomothers,motherhood,Dalai Lama,spirituality,compassionOkay, mothers (and people with mothers) this one is for you! A talk by the Dalai Lama inspires a meditation on the Divine Mother and our own humanly imperfecthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/03/lost-and-foundSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/03/lost-and-found/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/09/03/lost-and-foundMon, 03 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMTLost and Found On a recent trip, a brand new hat of mine fell into the ocean and sunk to the bottom of the sea. This loss drew to mind the death of a dear friend, who "lost his life" in that same ocean. What happens when something is lost? Can anything or anyone actually BE lost? Here is a heartfelt exploration of spiritual FINDING, restoration and hope even when great things seem lost forever. 00:16:00You Are Lovednoloss,grief,recovery,spirituality,dealing with deathOn a recent trip, a brand new hat of mine fell into the ocean and sunk to the bottom of the sea. This loss drew to mind the death of a dear friend, who "lost hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/08/13/working-with-failureSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/08/13/working-with-failure/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/08/13/working-with-failureMon, 13 Aug 2012 18:00:00 GMTWorking with Failure It's the rare person who hasn't dealt with failure. When's the last time you felt like you failed at something? For most of us, it happens all the time, and we aren't too proud of it. In fact, it can be extremely discouraging. But spiritually, failure generates all kinds of gifts, and when we learn to work with it for the good, we find the kernel of success deep in the heart of failure. Think of how many times a child falls when learning to walk, never once believing that this is a sign he cannot walk. We can have that kind of spirit. Listen, take heart, and be encouraged! 00:15:00You Are Lovednofailure,overcoming obstacles,spirituality,support,faithIt's the rare person who hasn't dealt with failure. When's the last time you felt like you failed at something? For most of us, it happens all the time, and wehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/08/06/what-do-you-believeSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/08/06/what-do-you-believe/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/08/06/what-do-you-believeMon, 06 Aug 2012 18:00:00 GMTDo you like yourself? All week long I've heard people complain about their bodies, their choices and their imperfections. It's easy to look around at others and see how much they don't like themselves--and what it does to them--but what about you? How much do you like yourself? Has spirituality or religion improved your feelings about yourself? Well, if it hasn't, it should! Opening up to receive the goodness of God's love will change how we see and relate to ourselves. If you are feeling rundown, are beating yourself up, or feel unsatisfied with who you've become, listen in and find genuine cause to be content! 00:15:00You Are Lovednoself-esteem,spirituality,self-love,support,encouragementAll week long I've heard people complain about their bodies, their choices and their imperfections. It's easy to look around at others and see how much they dohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/30/getting-over-religion-and-getting-along-with-godSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/30/getting-over-religion-and-getting-along-with-god/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/30/getting-over-religion-and-getting-along-with-godMon, 30 Jul 2012 18:00:00 GMTGetting Over Religion and Getting Along With God What DO you do if you have been hurt or angered by your religious experiences? As a child, or maybe an adult, many of us have struggled with religious wounds, from churches, organizations and people who were meant to help us. This is particularly true in the current young generations; church attendance has fallen off and most simply don't believe in anything. Making peace with this painful kind of history can and will bring healing and the chance to move on spiritually towards a relationship with the Divine that is ONLY good. Find out some ways to make this happen for you! 00:15:00You Are Lovednoreligion,healing,spirituality,recovery,hope for the futureWhat DO you do if you have been hurt or angered by your religious experiences? As a child, or maybe an adult, many of us have struggled with religious wounds,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/23/healing-from-religious-hurts-part-iSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/23/healing-from-religious-hurts-part-i/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/23/healing-from-religious-hurts-part-iMon, 23 Jul 2012 18:00:00 GMTGod Without Religion Either something happened during childhood to turn you away from religion or you grew up and got damaged by religious people--either way and for all the ways in between, many of us have been hurt by religion, church, and the people in it. But then you find yourself craving and longing for some of the good that's available in religion and yet you still can't stand either the politics, the ritual, or the people. What do you do? There is a way to make peace with the vast imperfections of religion and find your way back to a God beyond religion. The first of three parts, this episode looks at two questions: What is religion? Is religion the same as God? 00:15:00You Are Lovednoreligion,spirituality,healing,religious damage,seeking GodEither something happened during childhood to turn you away from religion or you grew up and got damaged by religious people--either way and for all the ways ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/18/you-are-getting-popularSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/18/you-are-getting-popular/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/18/you-are-getting-popularWed, 18 Jul 2012 18:00:00 GMTYou are getting popular! What does it mean, in the age of Facebook, to have "friends?" And how do we judge our popularity? How do we feel when friends and followers are counted? And what does that mean for how we feel about ourselves and the worth of our lives? Reverend Sam Wilde discusses the deep and the superficial, the fluffy and the profound of spiritual popularity and what reputation really means in an internet world.   00:15:00You Are Lovednopopularity,spirituality,facebook,love,friendshipWhat does it mean, in the age of Facebook, to have "friends?" And how do we judge our popularity? How do we feel when friends and followers are counted? And whhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/09/is-love-boringSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/09/is-love-boring/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sam-wilde/2012/07/09/is-love-boringMon, 09 Jul 2012 18:00:00 GMTIs Love Boring? With media attention and excitement buzzing around tragedy, disaster, politics and dismay, Reverend Sam Wilde asks, "is love even interesting anymore?" inspired by a conversation with her husband about blogtalkradio. When he said, "A show called You Are Loved? What's provocative about that?" it got her thinking about the radical, revolutionary nature of Divine Love, and the encompassing, unsurpassingly interesting work of being in relationship with the God of Love. The opening music is off of Reverend Katherine Silvan's album, Me and the Moon. Check it out!    00:15:00You Are Lovednolove,inspiration,encouragement,spiritual seeking,faithWith media attention and excitement buzzing around tragedy, disaster, politics and dismay, Reverend Sam Wilde asks, "is love even interesting anymore?" insp