Issue 8 - 2002-10-02
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SARK's E Letter (e stands for energy)
Orange Popsicle October 2002
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"TO ALLOW ONESELF TO BE CARRIED AWAY BY A
MULTITUDE OF CONFLICTING CONCERNS, TO
CONSIDER TOO MANY DEMANDS, TO COMMIT
ONESELF TO TOO MANY PROJECTS, TO WANT TO
HELP IN EVERYTHING IS TO SUCCUMB TO
VIOLENCE. THE FRENZY OF THE ACTIVIST
NEUTRALIZES HIS/HER WORK FOR PEACE."
THOMAS MERTON
Welcome to my monthly e letter! The "e" stands for
energy. My intention is to infuse you with new energy,
and nourish you with quotes, book recommendations,
fresh insights, and places I am floundering. I wanted to
connect more often than once a year when I write a new
book, or briefly in person on a book tour. My vision is to
have this turn into a forum, a place to converse, a salon
where we can EXTRAVAGANTLY LOUNGE together.
I have been so inspired by your responses that we have
started a guest book where can leave your writings for
me, and others to read at SARK's Glorious Guestbook
(www.campsark.com/vmt/guestbook/guestbook.php)
(Please note: if you wish to receive responses from other
SARK readers, please post on the Marvelous Message
Board at Lounge and Chat
(www.campsark.com/pages/lounge.php). I love having
this dialogue with you! I receive so many scrumptious,
thought-full responses to my e letters. Thank you. Back
issues of all the e letters are happily archived at Catch Up
With SARK, (www.campsark.com/pages/catchup.php).
Come and Be with me at a SARK event:
October 1, 5: SARK events in Canada! Sponsored by
the Learning Annex in Calgary and Toronto. SARK will
present a program from her latest book, "Prosperity Pie:
How to Relax about Money and Everything Else."
October 10: SARK will appear in Redding, California at
a Business and Professional Women's scholarship
fundraiser open to the public.
November 15-17: Celebrate Your Life! Scottsdale,
Arizona. SARK will present 3 programs.
November 23: SARK will be participating in the
Positively Paradise Pajama Party, Maryville University,
St. Louis, MO
SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS.
Be part of a fascinating interview with SARK by Alissa
Lukara, founder of Lifechallenges.org at "SARK in the
News" at www.campsark.com/pages/news.php . The
interview is entitled Doorways of Support and Inspiration:
Healing Mind, Body and Spirit -- Succulent Creativity Can
Heal Your Life, Parts I and II.
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KISSING PARROTS
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I think of the subject of overwhelm as a place I visit less
and less often. It is very noisy and hot there.
Overwhelm often tries to entice me to visit. When I arrive,
it is full of clattering, discordant sounds and there is no
place to sleep. I finally escape, and notice that my
clothes are smudged and stained. I am very tired from
my visit to overwhelm, even though I didn't really
accomplish anything.
No matter how many times I visit overwhelm, I can't seem
to remember that it's always the same.
It is very seductive to try to do it all. Especially when it
ALL seems important, time sensitive and when-will-I-
ever-do-it-if-I-don't-do-it-now? There is such a societal
reward for doing, getting it done, being efficient. It is
always thought of as "better" than just being, not getting it
done, lounging about. It is not better, only different.
When I am engaged in feeling overwhelmed, the first
thing to go is awareness of my breathing, and then most
other healthy practices.
The other day, I sat and cried in front of a pile of work and
felt utterly helpless to change my attitude. Then I
remembered breathing and sunshine, and went outside
to actively have some of both. I heard the flock of wild
parrots that live in my neighborhood cackling loudly from
the tree branches across from my rooftop.
I got out my miniature telescope and peered at two
parrots swaying in the very tip of a tree branch. As I
watched, I realized that they were kissing! One parrot
would rest its head and then they nuzzled and kissed in
the bright sunshine. I watched in awe for a long while.
Overwhelm faded away and I went back to my pile of
work, which seemed to have sprouted wings and
become very light and buoyant. But it was me who had
become that way!
I still get surprised at my need to repeat this pattern. I
wonder if overwhelm will ever stop inviting me, or if I will
graciously decline the invitation, or lose the directions. I
know I have many more salubrious spots to visit.
THINGS TO TRY IF YOU FEEL OVERWHELMED
-->Say No, Stop, Quit, even for 5 seconds.
When we're overwhelmed, we're often in a trance and
frozen in the overwhelm.
-->Admit Your Condition
Call one friend and ask if they have 5 minutes to just
listen. Let them know you're not looking for a solution.
Say, "I feel overwhelmed" and ask to breathe together on
the phone.
-->Change Direction
Especially if you have no time, change your plan of "how
it's going to get done." Eliminate, cancel, reschedule
whatever is possible, and then look at the list again.
Take a deep breath.
MAY WE ALL
~~~ Allow overwhelm when it occurs. Also allow a
speedier departure and less frequent visits.
~~~ Say No with consciousness to our own and other's
requests that lead to overwhelm.
~~~ Practice anti-perfectionism and just do some things
so they are "good enough."
I SEND YOU
A brand new watch that keeps a different kind of time.
On the face of the clock are the words "It's OK. Take your
time." When you forget, and get overwhelmed, your
watch plays music to remind you to stop and breathe.
This watch is watching you in the most loving way. It is
reminding and giving you permission to choose
differently as many times as you need to. P.S.: It is time
to practice self-loving now.
So Sweetly, SARK
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RESOURCES
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BOOKS
"A String and a Prayer,: How to Make and Use Prayer
Beads" by Eleanor Wiley and Maggie Oman Shannon
"The Art of Looking Sideways," by Alan Fletcher
"The Way of Transition" by William Bridges
WEBSIGHTS
My friend, Andrea at Superhero Designs has just come
out with a line of Superhero scarves!
She says, "They're furry like a scarf, glamorous like a
boa and yummy like cake." Go see her scarves and
jewelry at:
www.superherodesigns.com
www.changingcourse.com
www.lostsoulcompanion.com
Nourishing reports are flowing in about Patricia and her
work. Patricia is a healer and life coach, and is offering a
10-minute introductory talk at no charge. SARK says
"Patricia is remarkably easy and fun to talk to."
She can be contacted at Patricia Huntington, Healing
Arts, 831-625-5177.
"Patricia is an enlightened guide and a walking gorgeous
moment! I've benefited immensely from my work with
her."
SARK
MARVELOUS MARJORIE (My Mom)
My Mom is welcoming her visitors (human and animal),
relishing her mail, and making progress in her physical
therapy. She wants me to say big Thank You to anyone
who has sent her mail. She is happy to receive any
morsel of mail goodness at:
Marvelous Marjorie
Castleridge Care Center, Room #5
625 Prairie Center Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
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SARK SIGHTINGS
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SARK still has some openings for speaking
engagements and workshops for Spring 2003.
Mailto:anne@campsark.com
MICROMOVEMENTS ARE FUN & EASY AND CAUSE
HUGE CREATIVE GROWTH
I had a fabulous time appearing as a facilitator on Cheryl
Richardson's Life Makeover Project on Oxygen. We
created a take-home tool worksheet on Micromovements
(to assist you with procrastination). We've now added
your own downloadable MICROMOVEMENT.PDF
WORKSHEET at Catch Up With SARK
(www.campsark.com/pages/catchup.php).
Science Of Mind Magazine
The November issue will feature a scrumptious interview
with SARK. She'll be on the cover!
SARK Events in Canada sponsored by Learning Annex
SARK says "Come and Frolic in Canada with Me!"
A special welcome to Marvelous Message Board folks
and Succulent Wild Women and Men
Prosperity Pie: How To Relax About Money and
Everything Else, Course 3210
Oct.1 Calgary: 6:45-9:45pm
Oct.5 Toronto: 1-4 pm
Registration Information
1-877-277-1240 for all cities
416-964-0011 for Toronto (local calls)
Or go to www.learningannex.com to register online.
On October 10, 7:00 p.m., SARK will be the guest
speaker at the Greater Shasta Business and
Professional Women's scholarship fundraiser, $20.00
admission. Simpson College Heritage Center, Redding,
California. Call 530-224-6700 for more information.
SARK will speak to Succulent Wild Women & Men in an
evening of Fun, Conversation and Inspiration. On
October 8, SARK will be featured in the Redding
Searchlight newspaper which will be online at
www.redding.com. Also on October 8, Ken Murray of
KQMS Radio, Redding, www.reddingradio.com will be
interviewing SARK live on his call-in talk show.
SARK will make a special guest appearance at the
Celebrate Your Life conference in Scottsdale, Arizona on
November 15 - 17. She will be conducting three
workshops. This event will feature 23 authors and
speakers including: SARK, Cheryl Richardson, Sylvia
Browne, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Dr. Brian Weiss and many
more. This will be a rare opportunity to experience your
favorite authors and speakers in one amazing weekend
event!! Please visit the following website for more details
and reservations or call toll free: 1-877-300-7352
www.mishkaproductions.com
November 23: SARK will participate in the Positively
Paradise Pajama Party at Maryville University, St. Louis,
Missouri. More details to follow in the November e letter.
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SARK IN THE NEWS
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Read recent SARK interviews by
Lifechallenges.org, Femail Creations, and MP3
at SARK in the News
www.campsark.com/pages/news.php
Cosmo Girl! SARK's contribution to "I Wish I'd Known in
High School…" appears on the newsstands on
November 12 (not October as previously reported).
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ORDERING SARK'S BOOKS
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We have made it possible for you to order all 11 of
SARK's books online. At
www.campsark.com/pages/books.php, you can order
each and every one through either Amazon.com or
Femail Creations.com.
As always, you can find SARK's books at your favorite
bookstore, where you might find SARK curled up in a big
chair, reading, or wandering in a book-induced trance.
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ORDERING SARK'S PRODUCTS
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At www.campsark.com/pages/gifts/php, you will be
transported to Femail Creations or call 1-800-996-9223.
These people are succulent!
Impact also carries many SARK products, but does not
have a websight. Call them at 1-800-322-4810 for a
catalog. These people are wonder-full!
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SARK'S 2004 CALENDARS
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So many succulent souls ordered them, they're sold out
for 2002. Calendars will take a nap for 2003, and be
back for 2004. (2004 calendars will begin to be available
October 2003.)
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SARK'S MARVELOUS MESSAGE BOARD
AND WEB DEVELOPMENTS
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We are revisioning the websight and there will be
marvelous new additions soon.
We have a most vibrant, succulent community of souls on
this board. Please feel welcome and free to participate.
The "Questions" section is now linked from within the
MMB to make it even easier at Lounge & Chat
(www.campsark.com/pages/lounge.php).
There is now a new section called "SARK's Glorious
Guestbook"
(www.campsark.com/vmt/guestbook/guestbook.php)
where you can leave a note for or read a note from our
succulent community. Welcome! This is also where you
can leave questions for SARK. If you wish to receive
responses from other SARK readers, post on the
Marvelous Message Board at Lounge & Chat.
Soon, a Luscious Links Section will follow.
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SARK'S INSPIRATION LINE
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10th Anniversary, this line welcomes more than 5,000
people per month from all over the world.
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