In light of tomorrow's total solar eclipse across some parts of the USA, we thought it might be helpful to shift our attention to the mind, particularly the … [Read More...] about Light in the Dream: vision beyond ego eclipses – a conversation with Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
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Beyond frantic: “God’s Voice speaks to me all through the day.” (W-49) & “The Guiltless Son of God” (T-13.II): SFACIM class/conversation
In this video, we read and explore these two sections from A Course In Miracles: "God’s Voice speaks to me all through the day" (ACIM, W-49)" and "The Guiltless … [Read More...] about Beyond frantic: “God’s Voice speaks to me all through the day.” (W-49) & “The Guiltless Son of God” (T-13.II): SFACIM class/conversation
The Three Steps of Forgiveness – extended
The process of true forgiveness in A Course In Miracles is described in a single sentence in Workbook Lesson 23: "This change requires, first, that the cause … [Read More...] about The Three Steps of Forgiveness – extended
The (Invisible) Attraction of Love for Love (SFACIM class/conversation)
We discuss "The Attraction of Love for Love" (T-12.VIII)" and how ego vigorously defends against any semblance of awareness of true (unchanging, … [Read More...] about The (Invisible) Attraction of Love for Love (SFACIM class/conversation)
Treasure Troves: 12 Core ACIM Themes from David “dov” Fishman
Thanks to David "dov" Fishman for contributing this "treasure trove" of helpful Course-related quotes and thoughts! (Unless otherwise noted, all quotes are … [Read More...] about Treasure Troves: 12 Core ACIM Themes from David “dov” Fishman
Treasure Trove chart of ACIM’s metaphysics by Mike Mattheiss
I recently got a request via email for the metaphysical chart made by Mike Mattheiss. When I found the laminated copy Mike gave to a handful of us in-person … [Read More...] about Treasure Trove chart of ACIM’s metaphysics by Mike Mattheiss
English first print edition: cross-reference chart to 2nd and 3rd editions
Since there are still many copies of the first (English print) edition of A Course In Miracles, I found this cross-reference chart that a fellow Course student … [Read More...] about English first print edition: cross-reference chart to 2nd and 3rd editions
I am upset because I see a meaningless world: a conversation with Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles read and shared ideas and inspirations about Workbook Lesson 12 "I am upset because I see a meaningless world." (ACIM, W-12) in … [Read More...] about I am upset because I see a meaningless world: a conversation with Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
ACIM Manual pages 1-4 (SFACIM class/conversation)
In this video recording (of a class facilitated by Bruce Rawles as part of the School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) curriculum hosted by Lyn Corona and Tim … [Read More...] about ACIM Manual pages 1-4 (SFACIM class/conversation)
Escape from fear: the way out of hell (SFACIM class/conversation)
In this video recording (of a class facilitated by Bruce Rawles as part of the School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) curriculum hosted by Lyn Corona and Tim … [Read More...] about Escape from fear: the way out of hell (SFACIM class/conversation)
Undoing the Belief in Separation – with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles continue their conversations about A Course In Miracles (ACIM) in this video about the emphasis on UNdoing rather than doing … [Read More...] about Undoing the Belief in Separation – with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
The Invitation to Healing and From Darkness to Light (SFACIM class/conversation)
The Invitation to Healing (ACIM, T-11.II) and From Darkness to Light (ACIM, T-11.III) are the two sections covered in this video recording of a class … [Read More...] about The Invitation to Healing and From Darkness to Light (SFACIM class/conversation)
New Calendar: A Course In Miracles: Inspiring Quotes 2024
Realizing – in retrospect, after offering the "Recovering Bliss-Ninny Calendar" for several years – that we often can greatly benefit from more gentle, … [Read More...] about New Calendar: A Course In Miracles: Inspiring Quotes 2024
What is Salvation? Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles discuss
In this YouTube video, Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles read and shared thoughts about "What Is Salvation?" (ACIM, W-pII.2) – the 2nd of the 14 "What is...?" essays … [Read More...] about What is Salvation? Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles discuss
ACIM conversation: Leon Joel Russell interview by Bruce Rawles
Kindred A Course In Miracles enthusiasts Leon Joel Russell and Bruce Rawles both drew inspiration in their adolescence from their mother's metaphysical … [Read More...] about ACIM conversation: Leon Joel Russell interview by Bruce Rawles
Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard: Pure non-duality and Trust in Holy Spirit as the Foundation for Quantum Forgiveness and Sustainable Peace
Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard talk with Bruce Rawles in this video about ACIM's metaphysics of pure non-duality and how trust in the Holy Spirit (our Inner … [Read More...] about Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard: Pure non-duality and Trust in Holy Spirit as the Foundation for Quantum Forgiveness and Sustainable Peace
ACIM: Stop thrashing in ego’s quicksand – Stefan Bolz and Bruce Rawles conversation
Fellow A Course In Miracles enthusiast, student, and teacher Stefan Bolz shares some of his history with the Course and much more in this fun, helpful, and … [Read More...] about ACIM: Stop thrashing in ego’s quicksand – Stefan Bolz and Bruce Rawles conversation
Recovering Bliss-Ninny Calendar – 2024 Update!
Recovering Bliss-ninny Calendar - newly updated for 2024! Calling all Recovering Bliss-Ninnies! Here is a newly updated (2024) calendar for students of A … [Read More...] about Recovering Bliss-Ninny Calendar – 2024 Update!
From Ego’s Instability Upsets To True Stability with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
"...what could be more unstable than a tightly organized delusional system? (ACIM, T-19.IV-A.8:4) Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles resume their conversations … [Read More...] about From Ego’s Instability Upsets To True Stability with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
Ken’s Metaphysics Chart revisited: How we got here … and how we get back
This video recording and the graphics and details that follow are from the ongoing series of excellent classes provided by Lyn Corona and Tim Wise in their … [Read More...] about Ken’s Metaphysics Chart revisited: How we got here … and how we get back
Absence From Felicity: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles
Starting this morning (June 17, 2023) Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles will share weekly Saturday morning conversations (7:30 am Pacific Time) on ACIM Gather online … [Read More...] about Absence From Felicity: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles
Ahas! … It Just Doesn’t Matter – Miracles Voices Podcast with Tam Morgan and Matt McCabe
We had a very fun conversation last week when again I was the guest (podcast #90, June 1, 2023) on Miracle Voices hosted by Matthew McCabe and (this time) with … [Read More...] about Ahas! … It Just Doesn’t Matter – Miracles Voices Podcast with Tam Morgan and Matt McCabe
Chat GPT meets ACIM
I've considered myself somewhat of a "Course Nerd" since the mid-1980s, which for me combines two primary interests, both growing steadily over a half-century … [Read More...] about Chat GPT meets ACIM
Lesson 49: Our 24/7 Get-out-of-jail summons – Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
"God's Voice ... is really that memory of Wholeness, that loving Presence that remains in every mind despite the fact that we think we departed from that memory … [Read More...] about Lesson 49: Our 24/7 Get-out-of-jail summons – Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
Email List Update! Please re-subscribe!
IMPORTANT UPDATE March 1, 2023: We are doing some major cleanup on our email list, so we’re asking you to please re-subscribe. Thanks for your continued … [Read More...] about Email List Update! Please re-subscribe!
The Miracle-Forgiveness Connection and Lessons 2 & 5 with Dave Van Dyke
Fellow ACIM colleague David Van Dyke shared these essays recently at a presentation for a Course study group given at the Pueblo Divine Science … [Read More...] about The Miracle-Forgiveness Connection and Lessons 2 & 5 with Dave Van Dyke
Carol Howe and Bruce Rawles talk about grace, kindness, ACIM and more
In this video, veteran teacher and student of A Course In Miracles, Carol Howe, shares thoughts about a wide range of topics including forgiveness, flow, grace, … [Read More...] about Carol Howe and Bruce Rawles talk about grace, kindness, ACIM and more
The Law of the Kingdom – SFACIM class/conversation
Translation and interpretation are important ideas in A Course In Miracles. ACIM reminds us that ego's incessant propaganda machine (mis)interprets everything … [Read More...] about The Law of the Kingdom – SFACIM class/conversation
Fusion (level) confusion: Authority problem on a stellar scale?
This month a local institution I grew up with – since my father worked there for decades supervising operations of a cyclotron – Lawrence Livermore National … [Read More...] about Fusion (level) confusion: Authority problem on a stellar scale?
Gratitude for the Course
Today many organizations are celebrating "Giving Tuesday" which reminds me that anything truly worthwhile is worthy of eternal gratitude in our mind... and … [Read More...] about Gratitude for the Course
Mad careers: conforming to non-conformity and the desolation of distinctions
In this video recording of a class for the School For A Course In Miracles – SFACIM curriculum graciously hosted by Lyn Corona and Tim Wise), we explore how we … [Read More...] about Mad careers: conforming to non-conformity and the desolation of distinctions
SFACIM Classes with Lyn Corona and Tim Wise
Beyond frantic: “God’s Voice speaks to me all through the day.” (W-49) & “The Guiltless Son of God” (T-13.II): SFACIM class/conversation
In this video, we read and explore these two sections from A Course In Miracles: “God’s Voice speaks to me all through the day” (ACIM, W-49)” and “The Guiltless Son of God” (ACIM, T-13.II). Because of our investment in unconscious, unfounded guilt, we make ourselves frantic, so it’s our own responsibility – not anyone else’s! […]
Talks with CA Brooks
What is Death? ACIM’s perspective on death – CA Brooks & Bruce Rawles
In this video recording, CA Brooks and Bruce Rawles talk about the challenging topic of death and oblivion from the perspective of the pure non-dual metaphysics of A Course In Miracles (ACIM). As usual, ACIM reverses and corrects so much conventional “wisdom” of the ego propaganda we’ve taught ourselves that promotes the ego’s thought system […]
Talks with Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard
Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard: Pure non-duality and Trust in Holy Spirit as the Foundation for Quantum Forgiveness and Sustainable Peace
Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard talk with Bruce Rawles in this video about ACIM’s metaphysics of pure non-duality and how trust in the Holy Spirit (our Inner Kindness Teacher) is the foundation for (Quantum) True Forgiveness and sustainable peace of mind. Our shared interest in learning and applying the ideas in A Course in Miracles […]
Talks with Jackie Lora Jones
Undoing the Belief in Separation – with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles continue their conversations about A Course In Miracles (ACIM) in this video about the emphasis on UNdoing rather than doing in ACIM; there are 105 instances of the word “undo” (or its variations) in the Course! So there is plenty of precedent for exploring why we need to shift […]
Talks with Lyn Johnson
Absence From Felicity: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles
Starting this morning (June 17, 2023) Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles will share weekly Saturday morning conversations (7:30 am Pacific Time) on ACIM Gather online radio. We’ll read from and talk about Absence from Felicity: The Story of Helen Schucman and Her Scribing of A Course in Miracles by by Kenneth Wapnick, Ph.D. Unlike most […]
Talks with Susan Dugan
Light in the Dream: vision beyond ego eclipses – a conversation with Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
In light of tomorrow’s total solar eclipse across some parts of the USA, we thought it might be helpful to shift our attention to the mind, particularly the decision-making part of our mind that constantly chooses between ego’s obscuring insanity and our Inner Kindness Teacher’s unveiling illumination: we’re talking about the way our egos seemingly […]
Featured ACIM Books
Non-duality book: The Geometry Code (Kindle edition) turns 10 today!
On this day in 2012 – a few months after introducing the print version, I made the Kindle version of my second book available: The Geometry Code: Universal Symbolic Mirrors of Natural Laws Within Us; Friendly Reminders of Inclusion to Forgive the Dreamer of Separation. I’ve appreciated all the support and encouragement during these past […]
ACIM Video Conversations
Light in the Dream: vision beyond ego eclipses – a conversation with Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
In light of tomorrow's total solar eclipse across some parts of the USA, we thought it might be helpful to shift our attention to the mind, … [Read More...] about Light in the Dream: vision beyond ego eclipses – a conversation with Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles
ACIM Audio Conversations
Letting Holy Spirit work through our minds to lead us out of hell – CA Brooks & Bruce Rawles
This video recording with CA Brooks and Bruce Rawles explores the purpose and process of … [Read More...] about Letting Holy Spirit work through our minds to lead us out of hell – CA Brooks & Bruce Rawles
ACIM Events
video: GIST and The Double Shield of Oblivion – RMMC, Denver Feb. 23, 2020
In this video, I share thoughts about some useful Course-related topics like how ego … [Read More...] about video: GIST and The Double Shield of Oblivion – RMMC, Denver Feb. 23, 2020
Featured ACIM Articles
The Three Steps of Forgiveness – extended
The process of true forgiveness in A Course In Miracles is described in a single sentence … [Read More...] about The Three Steps of Forgiveness – extended
Talks with Bob Rosenthal
Remembering Dr. Bob Rosenthal
I’m reflecting on many wonderful conversations I was fortunate to have about A Course In Miracles with “Dr. Bob” a.k.a. Robert Rosenthal, M.D. – and a few treasured in-person meetings. Dr. Bob passed yesterday. His deep insights, unique perspectives, and generous levity continue to live on in my mind, in his helpful writing, and in […]