Envoi–Dr. Wayne Dyer
Last Sunday, the world bid farewell to one of its most profound personal growth teachers—Dr. Wayne Dyer. Endearingly referred to by many as the father of motivation, he not only lived his own life purposefully but also led many of us to do the same. I am one such fortunate recipient of his teachings and his wisdom.
In 2001 I went through a health challenge for almost two years. With two young children and my husband by my side, I left no stone unturned to search for the cause. I was desperate to get a diagnosis for my myriad neurological symptoms and had become a frequent visitor to diagnostic centers at UCLA, USC, and Cedars-Sinai. After being hospitalized a couple of times for episodes and flare-ups, I even traveled to Germany to seek alternate treatment.
Then In March 2003, Dr. Jim Pickerel, N.D., whom I was working with, became really concerned with my declining physical and mental health. Aware that I had exhausted all allopathic and naturopathic options, he gave me a CD set that would forever change my life: How to Get What You Really, Really, Really, Really Want by Dr. Wayne Dyer and Deepak Chopra, M.D. Since I had nothing to lose, I decided to give the steps that they advocated a sincere try, and within a few short weeks, I was astounded at the progress I started to make. Needless to say, I became not just a fan but also a lifelong student of Dr. Dyer and his work.
Besides reading all of his books and following him online, I had the pleasure of seeing this dynamic speaker, author, and teacher in person at least 50 times—often accompanied by my children and husband, making Dr. Dyer a popular influence and household name in my family!
“Doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life,” said Dr. Dyer. These words became my pillars as I followed my passion with my book, The “Perfect” Parent, for which Dr. Dyer was the primary inspiration.
Last January, despite all kinds of pressing obligations, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to spend a weekend with Dr. Dyer in Maui at his “Divine Love” event. It was amazing to see the ease with which he walked 500 people through his teachings with such simplicity, humor, and love!
When I reflect on the great influence Dr. Dyer has had on my life, I cannot help but be humbled by the fact that mine is just one of thousands of lives he touched with his teachings.
Wayne, please know that the echo of your powerful voice and the gift of your wisdom will live to touch generations to come. You said in your book Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life, “When you see the world as full of opportunities to help, one thought and one action at a time, you’ll be living by your inner light.” Having shown us the way by example, you have inspired us to live with our own inner light. Thank you for sharing yourself so selflessly and leaving behind a legacy to celebrate. Farewell, dear friend. Until I see you again…
Infinite Love and Gratitude.
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