The BUILDING BLOCKS of Creation An Adolescent s Guide to Awareness (Book excerpt for first 7 exercises) Do you want to feel better about yourself? Do you want to learn how to make your wishes come true? Would you like to wake up in the morning with excitement? Do you want to contribute to make the world a better place? Using the building block approach, you will achieve all these things. Only 3 minutes in the morning and 3 minutes in the evening are required of you. Yes, it is that simple. Still like what you are hearing? Then read on. Building Blocks, are they like the ones my little brother plays with? Well, not exactly but close. They represent the awareness you have toward getting the things you desire. The main idea about the building blocks are that your thoughts can and do create your wishes. When you have accumulated enough of the thoughts or building blocks, your wishes show up to you. Are you saying what I think about Shows up right in front of my eyes? Yes, I am saying that, however, not like you have seen in the movies. When you become aware of the things around you, and practice the exercises, amazing things will start to magically appear in your life. It might be that your dad will bring home an Xbox 360 clear out of the blue. It might be that your mom buys you a new outfit that you have always been wanting. It really does work that way. You have got to be kidding me. I don t believe you. Did you escape from the funny farm? Well, not actually. The beauty of this guide is to make you more aware of yourself and your surroundings. It is designed to get you thinking and find happiness along 2 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
the way. However, it is not required that you believe everything you read in this book. If you are saying I do not have believe anything that is in this guide, why did you write it? I see your point but if you read it and decide for yourself, then my mission is accomplished. You will absolutely benefit from doing the exercises whether you believe them or not. I will warn you though, AMAZING things will start to happen around you. Be prepared! Don t say I didn t warn you. Ok, what happens if I start and don t see immediate results? Will anything happen if I quit? Nothing will happen if you quit. I only request that you try your best for the first 7 days before you give up. You will feel better about yourself - GUARANTEED! Ok, you convinced me. I want to try it. What do I need to do to get started? In the Morning, meditate or take 1 minute to clear your thoughts Read the Building Block for the day and think about it for 2 minutes Cut out the Block of the Day tear-out exercise and put it into your pocket. Each time you feel it in your pocket, read it and think about its meaning. In the evening, repeat the first 2 bullet points and think about how you applied it during that day. 3 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
Meditate? What s up with that? It sounds like mumbo jumbo stuff to me. Do I really have to do it? Yes, it is highly recommended, however it is only for 1 minute. You can do anything for one minute, right? All you have to do is sit in silence and try not to think of anything. Try this: 1. Find a quiet place. 2. Kick back. Turn off your cell phone & IPod! 3. Close your eyes. 4. Ask for an angel (or God, etc.) to join you to keep you safe. 5. STOP thinking!!! 6. Take a deep breath in, counting slowly from 1-5. 7. Breathe out, again counting it out 1-5. 8. If thoughts keep coming in, replace them with two words instead, peace and calm over and over again. Let s get started! 4 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
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Section I Daily Exercises 1-7 BUILDING BLOCK 1: What do I do to start? Today I will do at least one kind thing for someone. How? Imagine yourself doing kind things today Think of something you can do for someone. Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? Wash somebody s car. Call a relative that might be lonely. Pick up your room. Give someone a compliment. 6 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Try this now: Think of someone you know Now think something nice about them. You just did your exercise!!! Just thinking a kind thought is the same as giving one. What s Next? Try this exercise again tomorrow. Or go to the next one. You decide. Just so you ll remember, write down what you did nice today: CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your first building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today, I will do at least one kind thing for someone. 7 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
BUILDING BLOCK 2: What do I do to start? Today, I choose to be happy at all times. How? Decide to recognize anytime you have a sad thought. When a sad thought comes, replace it with any happy or pleasant thought. Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? Think of a favorite vacation. Think of a time you achieved an award. Think of a time when someone complimented you. Think of a moment that you were proud of yourself. 8 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Say the following to yourself: I am a magnet for happiness. I choose to be happy now. What s Next? Do this exercise again tomorrow. Or go to the next building block exercise. Awesome job! You just completed another exercise! Just so you ll remember, write down your happy thoughts you had today: CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your Second building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today, I choose to be happy at all times. 9 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
BUILDING BLOCK 3 What do I do to start? Today, I will do at least one thing that I have been dragging my feet on. How? Decide on one thing that you have been neglecting to do for someone. Determine a plan to complete the one item on your list Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? Mow the yard. Have dinner with a family member or friend. Start on an upcoming class project or prepare for a test. Pick up your room. 10 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Try the following: Think about something that needs to be done. Decide to try the exercise tomorrow and complete that item. Great job! You are rolling now! What s Next? Try this exercise again tomorrow or go to the next one. You decide. Just so you ll remember, write down the item you completed today: CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your third building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today, I will do at least one thing that I have been dragging my feet on. 11 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
BUILDING BLOCK 4 What do I do to start? Today, I will speak nicely about one of my friends or family members to someone else. How? Picture yourself handing out complements to several others. Pick at least one person you feel could use kind words. Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? Pick a family member. Find someone you go to school with. Pick a friend. Find someone who you know who has had a tough time lately. 12 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Try this. Call a close relative and say something nice about someone else. Think positive thoughts of others. You got it! Keep up the good work! What s Next? Try this exercise again tomorrow until you feel good about it or go to the next one. Just so you ll remember, write down all the people you had a positive effect on today. CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your fourth building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today, I will speak nicely about one of my friends or family members to someone else. 13 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
BUILDING BLOCK 5: What do I do to start? Today I will look for all the things in my life that I am thankful for. How? Decide what you are thankful for. Decide how many things that will be on your list today. Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? Your family Your home Someone you love. 14 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Try thinking about: A close relative you love. The last time someone did something nice for you. Keep up the excellent work! Only a few more to go to complete the first round! What s Next? Try this exercise again tomorrow or until you feel good about it. Or go to the next one. Just so you ll remember, write down the things you are grateful for today. CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your fifth building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today I will look for all the things in my life that I am thankful for. 15 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
BUILDING BLOCK 6: What do I do to start? Today, I will read at least 2 pages on something that contains spiritual text. How? Decide what you will read today. Determine where you will look for the information. Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? The Bible Angels Jesus, Buddha, Gandhi, Dalai Lama, Abraham, Mother Theresa, etc. Any of the Saints St. Francis of Assisi 16 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Do a Google search for spirituality, Jesus, Buddha, the Saints, etc. Ask your parents for a book around the house. Go to the library. You Rock! Keep up the great work! What s Next? Try this exercise again tomorrow. Or go to the next one. You decide. Just so you ll remember, write down something about what you read today. CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your sixth building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today, I will read at least 2 pages on something that contains spiritual text. 17 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
BUILDING BLOCK 7: What do I do to start? Today, I will tell someone in my family that I love them. How? Decide who you will tell today. Decide how many others you will include. Tear off the strip at the bottom of the page and place it in your pocket. Ideas to get started? Your Mom Your Dad An Aunt or Uncle A Friend or Cousin 18 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions
When? When you first wake up and before you get out of bed On your way to school Just before you go to bed Problems? It s never too late to do your exercise. Try the following: Call a close friend. Tell anyone that you are living with. Perfect!!! See, it is easier than you thought! What s Next? Try this exercise again tomorrow. Go back to building block 1 and start over. Or move to the next set of building blocks. You decide. Just so you ll remember, write down everyone that you said I love you to. CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your seventh building block of awareness! Building Block Cutout of the Day - Today, I will tell someone in my family that I love them. 19 Copyright 2008 positract Solutions