A Day in My Life: Post 14 for Rave Reviews Book Club: Why I No Longer Worry About Anything1/15/2023 Written By Donna M. Atwood Hello everyone and welcome to Sunday Funday! For those of you who don’t know me, the truth is that I used to worry a lot. I ruminated, fretted and hurried through each day as if every single thought that tumbled through my brain, or anything I set out to accomplish, meant life or death. As you might imagine, I was miserable. Now that I’m older and wiser, I don’t bother with that stuff anymore. The truth is, after my spiritual awakening and dark night of the soul, I finally figured out that I was tired of spinning my wheels. Prior to my transformation, I often found that I felt exhausted and physically ill. Furthermore, for all the energy I was putting into my worrying, none of it was getting me anywhere. Fortunately, as a result of my spiritual awakening, I reevaluated who and what was important in my life, and the first thing to go were the difficult people. Once I made up my mind about this, they quickly fell by the wayside. What a blessing! Suddenly, I was left with the time, space and energy necessary to go out in the world and accomplish the things that meant (and mean) a lot to me. With the painful people gone, then came the next step in my personal development. I realized that if I’m not enjoying what I’m doing, it’s time to ditch whatever it is that’s making me unhappy or uncomfortable. That meant a few more changes became necessary. The biggest questions that I needed to answer were:
 In order to gain some clarity, I needed to do some soul searching. Looking back on my college studies in psychology, I remember learning about something known as peak experiences, which are important in reaching self-actualization, (when a person reaches his/her full potential). Peak experiences are known to consist of pure joy. I myself experienced this during the early moments of my spiritual awakening, when I saw a large, spherical-shaped UAP on my family’s property. Peak experiences, like mine, are said to stand out from everyday events and are known for being ecstatic moments in a person’s life. In my case, the beautiful, luminescent UFO is something that I reflect on every day because it started the ball rolling in my spiritual awakening. As a result of this incident, my personal growth accelerated big-time. I will be forever grateful to that otherworldly craft for stopping by and checking in on me. Frankly, I’ve never felt more loved or understood. Peak experiences aren't only momentous, they are known by psychologists to generate positive emotions and a feeling of oneness with all that is. They also lead to an increased awareness of one’s strengths, as well as areas which need additional work. Additionally, peak experiences can mark the beginning of significant transformation - like what happened to me. Examples of peak experiences include being in love; being struck by a movie, book or piece of artwork; having some type of spiritual experience; being in nature; helping someone in need; or achieving an important goal. As you might expect, happiness and peak experiences are interrelated, as peak experiences make us feel happy. Of course, there are drivers of happiness. Typical drivers include things about us which we are willing to change, such as our environment. Genetics, which we cannot change, also play a key role. Things which are known in psychology to not necessarily make a person happy are having money and material things; being young; and having children. One thing I’ve become aware of as a result of my spiritual awakening and personal growth is what this transcendence has brought me. I now feel gratitude and hope. I also have an appreciation of life and beauty - in all its forms. I exhibit more humor, and I am deeply spiritual. Perhaps most importantly, I've come to an understanding that I've been called to help other UFO/ET/spiritual experiencers integrate their anomalous events into their lives. As for the icing on the cake, I no longer worry about anything. Now, if you’ll excuse me, it’s time to go out to lunch with my boyfriend. After all, it is Sunday Funday! What about you? Have you had a peak experience which changed your life for the better? If so, I’d love to hear about it! ABOUT THE AUTHOR Donna M. Atwood, founder of ALIEN EXPERIENCERS NETWORK is also an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as spiritually based non-fiction. In her fictional works, she draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters, while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi's exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and ET/UAP experiencer, when it comes to her non-fiction writings, Ms. Atwood is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. Ms. Atwood is known for reaching out to other experiencers as she maintains that there is nothing more important than supporting one another during this time of ascension. Donna M. Atwood is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, the American Massage Therapy Association, the Exoconsciousness Group, the New York Writers Association and Rave Reviews Book Club. Additionally, she proudly supports Phoenix, Arizona's chapter of the Mutual UFO Network. Currently, Ms. Atwood resides in Tucson, Arizona where she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, including her grand dog, Luna. She is also frequently sighted around Sedona, Arizona where she partakes of its vibrant arts community, New Age shops, and world-class hiking. CONNECT WITH THE AUTHOR: Website Categories All
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1/15/2023 05:07:33 pm
I feel my journey has many similarities to yours (minus the UFOs). 2020 allowed me the time to realize what/who was causing me much of my anxiety. I started focusing on mental wellness more and on distancing myself from those who drained me. They eventually left my life, and I've been more at peace since. I have had many of the peak experiences that you've mentioned, and I find myself happier and healthier now than I think I've ever been. 1/17/2023 10:07:49 pm
Hi Yvette! It's so nice to know someone can relate to what I'm saying in these posts! : ) By the way, I'm really glad your health and quality of life have improved! Best wishes, Donna 1/15/2023 10:35:03 pm
Hi Donna--No, I haven't had the transformation you've been able to attain. I do feel as if I've had some peak performance experiences, though. It's what I strive for every day. I am so enjoying your blog posts! 1/17/2023 10:09:47 pm
Hi Wanda! I sure do hear you about striving for peak performance experiences! Every single day, I too set out to do the same!!! Thank you for your kind words. Best wishes, Donna : ) 1/16/2023 02:58:39 pm
Hi, Donna. The state you describe as who you are now is the state I'm experiencing these days. I've had many peak moments, for which I am so grateful. It came to me in reading about your orb experience that I also had one and didn't recognize it. I was in Florida and my Dad and Mom lived in Spain. I was in my room one morning when a glowing orb emitting many colors, like oil swirling in water, came into my room. I sensed my Dad's presence and immediately thought of his favorite song, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot. I clearly heard him say, "I'm so happy, Patsy (his nickname for me). I love you." and I felt his kiss on my cheek. Of course, I called my mom in Spain who assured me he was still with us, albeit in the hospital. He died later that night. I always thought of that orb as his chariot of angels. It was a peak moment, and I had total peace when he passed. 1/17/2023 10:13:42 pm
Hi Patty...WOW!!!!!! What an amazing and beautiful story!!!!! I'm so happy you had the opportunity to experience that orb and hear your dad's words and feel that kiss on your cheek!!!! I'm completely blown away! Also, I'm glad to know you felt at peace when he passed. : ) 1/16/2023 07:05:19 pm
Donna, your posts are like classes and remind me of reading The Celestine Prophecy. I have had many peak experiences, often involving nature, especially observing the sky at night. I feel the connection with all of the universe so strongly, sometimes it takes my breath away. You express your thoughts and beliefs so well, I could see you sharing through teaching. 1/17/2023 10:17:36 pm
Hi Maura Beth! What a beautiful sentiment...to feel that strongly connected to the universe. Thank you very much for your kind words. I truly do want to reach out to others by way of teaching. It seems to be a calling for me as I sense a strong pull in that direction. : ) 1/17/2023 07:16:35 pm
Your post had made me think whether I've had peak experiences that have changed my life. I can't think of any. I believe I need to be hit over the head with a glowing spherical object and be transformed like you were. Anxiety is my middle name. 1/17/2023 10:20:11 pm
Hi Susanne! I had to laugh reading your response...Lol!!!! But seriously, I know how chronic, never-ending anxiety feels. It's no fun! I genuinely hope it resolves soon...I'll say a prayer for you tonight. : ) 1/19/2023 03:52:04 am
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