09 02 26 Елена Волкова

Welcome to a New Week

Introduction to the Theme

• The speaker welcomes listeners and introduces the theme of self-realization and overcoming obstacles in life. They emphasize the importance of understanding one's purpose and harmony with oneself and the world around them.

Guest Introduction

• Elena Volkova, a certified psychologist with over 30 years of experience, is introduced as the guest expert who will share insights on personal transformation. She has helped more than 8000 individuals improve their lives. Questions can be submitted via their website or Telegram channel.

Embracing Mondays

The Importance of Mondays

• The discussion highlights how many people dislike Mondays due to societal pressures and expectations. The aim is to help listeners learn to appreciate Mondays as a fresh start each week.

Reflection on Parental Influence

• Elena encourages listeners to reflect on their fathers, acknowledging that they contributed significantly to their existence and experiences in life, even if they are no longer present. This reflection aims to foster gratitude for life's blessings received from parental figures.

Spiritual Connection

Acknowledging Spiritual Guidance

• Listeners are invited to remember their spiritual father (God), who provides constant support throughout life's journey, emphasizing that despite various earthly relationships, there is always a divine presence guiding them.

Gratitude Practices

• Elena suggests writing letters of gratitude not only to God but also to oneself and others who have impacted one’s life positively, encouraging an ongoing practice of thankfulness as a means of enhancing emotional well-being.

Acts of Kindness

Spreading Gratitude

• The speaker shares personal anecdotes about expressing gratitude towards service workers, illustrating how small acts of recognition can uplift both the giver and receiver's spirits, reinforcing community connections through appreciation.

Encouragement for Action

• Listeners are encouraged to take action by expressing thanks or offering help today, which can lead to increased positivity in their own lives while fostering happiness in others around them. This proactive approach sets a positive tone for the week ahead.

Setting Goals for Success

Goal Setting Strategies

• To achieve personal goals effectively, it is recommended that individuals tie these goals to specific dates rather than waiting for arbitrary starting points like Monday; this helps create accountability and motivation for progress toward desired outcomes.

Reflection and Self-Discovery

The Importance of Journaling

• The speaker emphasizes the value of writing in a notebook, suggesting it allows for reflection on feelings and plans. This practice helps individuals track their intentions versus actions.

Acknowledging Personal Achievements

• The speaker encourages self-observation regarding how one values personal victories, both big and small. It’s important to recognize whether one is undervaluing their accomplishments.

Observations from Daily Life

• An anecdote is shared about a train ride where the majority were joyful, contrasting with a single unhappy individual. This highlights the impact of emotional states on social interactions.

Managing Negative Influences

• The speaker describes an encounter with a critical person that threatened to affect their mood. They consciously choose to maintain positivity despite external negativity.

Sharing Positivity

• A story illustrates how kindness can transform interactions; when faced with negativity, sharing love and positivity can lead to unexpected connections and understanding.

Emotional Resilience and Connection

Emotional Responses in Social Situations

• The speaker reflects on how one's internal state influences reactions during challenging encounters, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive outlook.

Transformative Conversations

• After initially silent interaction with an upset woman, she later apologizes for her behavior, revealing that sharing love can foster connection even among strangers.

Building Relationships Through Empathy

• The transformation in the woman's demeanor showcases how empathy can bridge gaps between people, leading to newfound friendships and understanding.

Cultivating Inner Treasures

Starting Each Week Mindfully

• Listeners are encouraged to begin each week by reflecting on what fills them emotionally. This practice promotes awareness of one's inner state regardless of external circumstances.

Community Engagement

• The speaker invites listeners to share their experiences and locations as part of building community around shared emotions and support during difficult times.

Exploring Inner Talents

Discovering Personal Gifts

• A call is made for participants to explore their inner talents as treasures bestowed upon them. Recognizing these gifts fosters self-awareness and appreciation for one's unique qualities.

Weekly Reflection Practice

• Listeners are invited to create a collection of their "pearls" or talents over the week, encouraging ongoing self-discovery and celebration of personal growth.

What is Talent?

Understanding Talent

• Talent is defined as the ability to do something well, which brings joy, happiness, and benefit to oneself and others.

• The speaker encourages engaging with loved ones to discuss personal talents and the meaning of Valentine's Day.

Collecting Feedback on Talents

• It’s recommended to ask trusted individuals about one's talents, emphasizing the importance of seeking positive feedback rather than negative criticism.

• Take responsibility for your own growth by avoiding negativity from those who are not ready to share love or support.

Documenting Your Talents

• Writing down talents in a notebook is advised; this helps during periods of low motivation or unresolved challenges.

• The speaker suggests starting with a list of 20 talents and aiming for 40, challenging the belief that one lacks sufficient talent.

Recognizing Abundance in Talents

Everyone Has Multiple Talents

• The speaker reassures that everyone has more than 40 talents bestowed by God; self-observation can reveal these abilities.

• Listening attentively and being present in conversations are also considered valuable talents.

Sharing Talents with Others

• Talents should be shared with others as gifts; taking time for reflection can enhance this sharing process.

Meditation and Self-Care

Preparing for Meditation

• Participants are encouraged to find a comfortable space for meditation, whether at home or work.

Connecting with Spirituality

• During meditation, participants are guided to feel the loving presence of their spiritual father, fostering a sense of safety and warmth.

Embracing Love and Healing

Experiencing Divine Love

• Participants are invited to visualize receiving unconditional love from God, allowing it to fill them completely.

Healing Through Love

• Emphasizes that there is an abundance of love available; participants should allow this love to heal every part of their being.

Meditation on Love and Abundance

Focusing on Self-Love

• The speaker encourages participants to identify which part of their body needs love and care, directing attention towards it.

• Participants are guided to inhale love and exhale gratitude, emphasizing the importance of filling every cell with divine love.

Sharing Love with Others

• The meditation emphasizes sharing this divine love without depleting oneself, encouraging generosity in giving.

• The speaker suggests sending love to those nearby, including specific locations like Israel and Spain where people may need support.

Expanding the Circle of Love

• Participants are invited to extend their loving energy beyond their immediate surroundings to entire neighborhoods and hospitals where new life is born.

• The meditation calls for sending love to areas experiencing conflict or war, highlighting the universal need for support.

Collective Connection Through Love

• The speaker describes a collective embrace of the Earth, extending love not only to humans but also animals and nature.

• A personal story illustrates how one woman's practice of sending love transformed her relationship with her son struggling with addiction.

Overcoming Challenges through Love

• It’s emphasized that if individuals struggle to accept love, they should not blame themselves but seek understanding of underlying reasons.

• Continued practice leads to healing relationships; the woman’s son eventually reached out after receiving her loving energy.

Future Practices and Insights

• The speaker hints at future sessions focusing on assessing one's abundance state and how it affects life quality.

The Importance of Sharing Experiences

Sharing Personal Experiences

• When individuals share their experiences, it resonates deeply with others, especially if the audience is open to receiving that experience as a source of happiness and support.

Self-Reflection on Friendship

• A reflection on how one treats themselves in comparison to how they would treat a friend; questioning whether one is being too critical or harsh during difficult times.

Becoming Your Own Friend

• Encouragement to consider becoming one's own friend and the importance of self-compassion. Inviting questions from the audience about this concept.

Cultivating Love and Positivity

Sending Love and Connection

• A heartfelt goodbye message encouraging love and connection among listeners, emphasizing the beauty of starting Mondays with positivity.

Transforming Negative Situations

• An example shared by a listener about a challenging commute that was transformed into a positive experience through Eлена's influence, highlighting the power of love in changing moods.

Spreading Joy and Happiness

Collective Wishes for Happiness

• Listeners express their wishes for happiness, showcasing community spirit. One listener shares excitement about going on vacation, reinforcing joyfulness in sharing experiences.

Embracing Joyful Moments

• Acknowledgment of gratitude towards Eлена for spreading love and joy. Discussion around overcoming shyness when sharing happiness with others.

Embracing Uniqueness: The Concept of "Madness"

Redefining "Madness"

• Exploration of what it means to be called "mad," suggesting that it often reflects doing things differently rather than negatively impacting oneself or others.

Finding Support in Self-Acceptance

• If one has at least one supporter (themselves), external judgments become less significant. It’s essential to differentiate between genuine madness and passionate engagement with life.

The Value of Authenticity

Celebrating Individuality

• Emphasizing that embracing one's uniqueness can bring one closer to divine love. Being labeled as "mad" can signify freedom from societal expectations.

Overcoming Fear of Judgment

• Encouragement to confront fears regarding self-expression; questioning whether those fears are based on reality or mere illusions created by the mind.

Understanding Feelings: Acceptance and Reflection

Addressing Feelings

• Recognizing feelings as valuable indicators; acceptance involves allowing them to exist without judgment while exploring their purpose in our lives.

Seeking Abundance Over Scarcity

• Transitioning from feelings of inadequacy or fear into recognizing abundance within oneself leads to more fulfilling interactions with others.

Generosity as Spiritual Practice

Giving Without Expectation

• Discusses giving not just for personal gain but as an offering to a higher purpose, which fosters feelings of abundance rather than scarcity.

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Exploring the Source of Love and Inner Fulfillment

The Nature of Love and Its Sources

• The speaker reflects on the vastness of God's love, likening it to an endless ocean that enriches relationships and brings joy to one's heart.

• A metaphor is introduced comparing love to a stream obstructed by stones, suggesting that personal barriers can hinder the flow of love from God.

Understanding Personal Grievances

• Drawing from over 30 years in psychology, the speaker asserts that feelings of anger or resentment are ultimately directed at oneself rather than others.

• The discussion emphasizes self-forgiveness as a means to remove internal obstacles (the "stones") preventing one from receiving love.

Overcoming Internal Barriers

• Identifying and acknowledging personal grievances is crucial for emotional healing; recognizing where one criticizes themselves helps in dismantling these barriers.

• Financial struggles are mentioned as another area where acceptance of divine abundance can be blocked by internal obstacles.

Seeking Meaning Beyond Routine

• A listener expresses feelings of living in a monotonous routine, prompting a discussion about the importance of self-reflection on life’s true values.

• Encouragement is given to reconnect with one's inner child, fostering curiosity and wonder about life experiences.

Embracing Joyful Living

• The speaker shares personal anecdotes about finding joy in simple moments, such as enjoying nature or reflecting on past career choices that led them to their current path.

• Practical tips are offered for breaking free from routine through mindfulness practices like setting reminders for spiritual reflection.

Maintaining Spiritual Resources

• Acknowledgment is made regarding the need not only to receive spiritual nourishment but also to sustain it; upcoming sessions will focus on this balance.

• An invitation is extended for listeners to engage further with future discussions aimed at enhancing their ability to maintain spiritual resources effectively.

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Greetings and Reflections

Positive Vibes from Murmansk

• Ivan shares a warm greeting, expressing gratitude for the positive energy received from the audience as he prepares to sleep after work.

• He encourages listeners to envision themselves resting in the hands of God, promoting a sense of peace and love before sleep.

Embracing Love and Talents

• Ivan suggests that everyone has their own way of connecting with divine love, whether through prayer or visualization.

• He emphasizes that recognizing oneself as a beloved child of God can alleviate worries and inspire joy in life.

• The importance of acknowledging personal talents is highlighted, framing them as manifestations of God's presence within individuals.

Community Engagement and Future Meetings

• Ivan invites participants to share their talents and questions during this interactive session, reinforcing the community aspect of the gathering.

• He expresses excitement for future meetings, wishing everyone a beautiful week ahead filled with meditation and connection.