I am inspired by the words of Frances Hodgson Burnett, author of The Secret Garden who said, "At first people refuse to believe that a strange new thing can be done, and then they begin to hope it can be done, then they see it can be done--Then it is done and all the world wonders why it was not done centuries age."

These words remind me that so many great ideas have come first through someone's imagination. At first the idea might seem strange and outlandish even if it is something that everyone wants. There are plenty of people who say, "It's too good to be true." We are often very quick to negate some new idea because we don't want to be disappointed. This can lead to a habit of cynicism or a contemptuously distrustful attitude, a sneering disbelief. This kind of attitude has been dressing itself up in the guise of critical thinking. Let's not be fooled any longer into mistaking cynicism for critical thinking. The need for expansive thought and considered, wishful thinking has never been more urgent than it is now.

I was excited by an example of such new thinking while watching the Star Trek movie, First Contact. A woman from the mid-twenty-first century Earth, asking twenty-fourth century Capt. Picard, "How much money do you make?" For a moment a quizzical look alights upon the captain's face, then he nods knowingly, and tells her that in his time they've done away with money. People in his century work not for money, but to better themselves.

What a refreshing concept. Even though I may not know all that would be involved for such a world to exist, I do know it is good and right for all human beings to be nourished and cherished, and to have their basic needs cared for in such a way, that work becomes a matter of personal choice and expression, rather than a choice of how to make money.

We bring the world forth with our beliefs whether they are conscious or unconscious. In order to bring about the highest good we, must unlock our genius, and the best way to do that is to be in conversation with one another, listening deeply, sharing our hopes and dreams. More than ever these times demand that we seek others, who understand the value of such conversations of shared meaning. I invite you to join me in some creative wishful thinking.

You should know that New Dimensions has been a big part of my capacity to cope with it all. I have a very fine collection of downloads on the microcard in my cell phone. Sometimes I listen to an interview in the middle of the night if I can't sleep. They are very soothing and healing. Yes - they send me to sleep!! But how good is that.

One can buy the books of course and read the works of many of the people interviewed, but I think that the sound of voices is very powerful and reaches out in a way that books can't. Your interviewing is really fantastic and an important part of the package. So I just wanted to say 'thank you' for it. I think people in the public domain should know a little of the effect of their work in the world, an effect in my case, very far away."

Veronica
Melbourne, Australia

One day, about four or five months ago I was in a transitioning phase with my thoughts and how I was viewing the world. I decided to look for some kind of talk program on iTunes radio and almost immediately I saw New Dimensions Radio. I don't remember specifically what the discussion was about, but I do remember a feeling of peace as I began to listen. Since that day, things have been moving very slowly (but surely!) in the right direction. I have begun to become organized with my thoughts, and am able to handle being around others. I am no longer in a constant state of moving through one drastic world of chaos and perception after another. My relationship towards life and experience of happiness has grown exponentially. It has been a significant resource towards my recovery.

So I want to thank New Dimensions for the work that you do, and for providing a place that makes it so accessible to listeners such as myself. Truly, it is inspiring to hear such dialogues about consciousness as well as talking about negativity so openly. Your programming has such a positive attitude towards becoming better as a person, not only for our personal lives, but for everyone around us. Again thank you, and I wish you all much success, and look forward to hearing more!"

Regards,
Tim

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