An E-Zine For Life Transformation  In This Issue: Vol. I No. 2 November 8, 2002  •   A Fresh Look at Descartes' Axiom •   Wisest Charity: Giving Power to One's Self •   First Light: Exposing the 'Underbelly' of Affirmations •   Where We Are Going with 'Fresh Thought' •   Practical Fresh Thought: 'Letting Go' •   Reader Comments from Vol. 1 No. 1  A Fresh Look at Descartes' Axiom Re-thinking "I think, therefore I am" by Adam Abraham While he made important contributions in the fields of mathematics and science, one axiom presented by French philosopher René Descartes (1596-1650), still retains its original freshness: "I think, therefore, I am." As originally written in Latin, the phrase reads: cogito (I think), ergo (therefore) sum (I am). These words have, in all likelihood, given many Fresh Thinkers something to think about already, as questions to the nature of reality and being are even more natural than apple pie, though perhaps not as tasty. Descartes’ famous axiom represented a distillation of truth down to its essential element, which he determined to be thought. The purpose of his distillation was to prove, beyond doubt (reasonable or unreasonable) *his* existence, to *himself*. Thought, and his place—the Thinker—as a constant conduit thereof, represented his proof. Read on...  First Light: Exposing the 'Underbelly' of Affirmations By Adam Abraham Fresh Thinkers affirm their highest dreams as a *natural* function of creating, and then living them. Like the miracle of birth, this is how the miracle of a wonderful life is conceived, and eventually brought into being. So this begs the question: can we "affirm" experiences that we *don't* want to happen "behind our own back?" In other words, can we set our transformational progress back without knowing it? In a word, "yes." Don't think it's possible? Think again. Read on...  Practical Fresh Thought: 'Letting Go' [Ed. note: A fundamental challenge to transformation involves our ability to "let go" and "get on" with to our next life opportunity. We're pleased to introduce a new contributor, Adrienne Cinelli who offered these thoughts in response to a "stimulant" in on the Abraham-Hicks email discussion list.] by Adrienne Cinelli STIMULUS: I have on my mind an old pattern: an attachment to "changing" others, or hanging on to people, places, and things that no longer fit. It's an embarrassing habit, but there it is. I know some can relate, and some have learned better. RESPONSE: When I hang on to someone or something it's because I think nothing better is coming... or nothing *else* is coming at all, "better" or not. So I would 'make do' with what I had, or try to change what I had to what I wanted because it was not what I wanted. I couldn't let go because I didn't believe anything else was coming. I LEFT CLAW MARKS ON EVERYTHING!!! I drove myself crazier and crazier, finally came to the revelation that hanging on to something that wasn't really what I wanted--and probably causing me more grief than happiness--was just plain old wacky. Read on...  Wisest Charity: Giving Power to One's Self "It is better to give, than to receive," or so it is written. If you find yourself giving too much of *your best* to others--particularly those who may not appreciate the gift--then you may be selling your self short. There is great power in giving, because whatever gets your time, thought, or attention, is energized thereby. The question is, are you giving energy to *your highest dreams and aspirations?* Read on...  Where We Are Going with 'Fresh Thought' The first edition of Fresh Thought generated many wonderful, encouraging, positive responses from our readers, for which I am most grateful. I'd like to take a few moments and share a some thoughts as to Fresh Thought's direction. In a word, growth. Editorial Contributors While the term "Fresh Thought" is one we can claim, we don't claim to have a monopoly on Fresh viewpoints. Indeed, we welcome editorial contributions from other Fresh voices and visionaries, both established and new. Submissions from writers, illustrators, cartoonists, animators, and visual artists are invited. We'd like to showcase your "freshness" here. There are times when the right image, done simply and clear conscience, can have the same impact of a volume of words. Read on...  Reader Comments from Vol. 1 No. 1 I'd like to thank those that sent in their comments on our first issue of Fresh Thought. Here is a sampling. "I have been believing this concept since the early 90's. Glad you are putting this out there,... best thing that has happened ,..literally,..since sunshine. Keep up the visibility." Pat "I received your online magazine/newsletter, and I am unusually touched by its message. I would like to find out more about your project. I am a graduate philosophy student here in Los Angeles, and constantly struggle with my own perspective on life." Anya Read on... Fresh Thought Vol. 1 No. 2 is published by Adam Abraham and Phaelos Books, and is based on the belief that (1) we are creators of our life experience, (2) life transformation is possible for all, (3) abundant living is the result of abundant thinking and feeling, and (4) there's enough abundance to go around through self-creation without "taking away" someone else's. Fresh Though is about transformation: the birthright, power, and responsibility of each individual, irrespective of racial, ethnic, gender, religious, economic, national, or political orientation. If you like where this is going, then please do two things: (1) give us your feedback, (2) forward a copy of this e-zine to others, and (3) encourage them to join. Copyright © 2002 Phaelos Books All rights reserved.  Phaelos Books: A Passion for Humanity™

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