When I was a kid two of my imaginary friends were Nyruna and 
Poonkin, who seemed very real to me. Some might say I was a 
little crazy talking to imaginary friends. Yet today, in a way 
I still have them. When I leave myself a "to do" message on my 
answering machine I jokingly leave the message for my two 
friends, "buddy and pal."

It is not uncommon for our imagination to be the source of our 
successes and happiness. In Finding Neverland, James Barrrie 
escaped to his imaginary world, Neverland, which became the 
subject of his classic Peter Pan. Barrie's imagination brought 
him joy, wonder, contentment and much artistic and material 
success.

Our imagination can also be the source of our experience of 
despair and hopelessness. We live in a stressful world that is 
constantly being fueled by the sensationalism of the media. These 
negative imprints influence our beliefs about our future. During 
the Vietnam days we experienced tremendous turmoil and one of the 
darkest eras of our history. Pessimism prevailed and there was 
very little hope for the future. Yet it was during this period 
that much of the counter culture movement was birthed and today 
many of the concepts of that era are part of our mainstream 
culture.

Although it was challenging I maintained my optimism during this 
period and was hopeful about the future. I believed that things 
would get better and that this perspective was our only choice. 
During this period I was inspired to write the following in a 
poem. "Should there be a day when the visionaries of peace stop 
loving then the prophets of doom will have there day of gloom."

We can't give up on our dreams and visions of the future. We need 
to use our imagination in a way that can empower us. In a way 
that serves us, our communities and the world we live in.

Lets talk about how we can do this. How can the power of our mind 
unlock the door to our imagination? Barrie used his imagination 
to escape to a world that to him was very real. And this world 
brought him success on many levels. Using your imagination to 
visualize what it is you want is the key to unlocking this power. 
Visualizing includes feeling and experiencing what it is you want 
in as many ways as you can. If it's a great relationship that you 
desire imagine how you would feel in this relationship.

The process of manifestation has always been a passion of mine. 
Yet, I have been told by some that affirmations and 
visualizations don't work for them. I believe that there is a 
simple reason for this. You must first empty your mind !! As you 
learn to empty your mind through meditation or other mind 
techniques and then introduce your dream or vision of what it is 
you want, a clearer message is imprinted upon your subconscious 
mind .

After you have become adept at imagining the life you want, 
express gratitude for having it. Gratitude is an incredible 
spiritual practice because it acknowledges a higher power and 
brings you back to being in the now. Through expressing gratitude 
you are reminded of the abundance and well being in your life. As 
you radiate this abundant vibration you attract to you greater 
abundance and wellbeing.

I know that I have simplified this practice. But why does it have 
to be difficult? Meditate, Imagine (Visualize) and Practice 
Gratitude. For myself this has been a fulfilling practice and way 
of life. What have you got to lose other than a few minutes each 
day?

We are at a critical time of our lives. Visualizing the world we 
all want for ourselves and for each other can change the 
collective consciousness of the planet. Don't give up and keep 
loving as each one of you makes a difference. What other choices 
do you have? I hope I have inspired possibility in your life. 
When we think of possibility we become hopeful and optimistic 
about the world we can create together.

Please share this letter with those in your circle. Thank you for 
your commitment, your support and for your referrals.

Journey On

Mark 

Mark Susnow has a unique background. Formerly a successful trial 
attorney for 30 years, as well as musician, he integrates what it 
takes to be truly prosperous in the world with the inner wisdom 
unfolded to him through years of yoga and meditation practice. 
As a personal coach, leadership consultant and inspirational 
speaker, Mark provides inspiration and motivation to many 
business leaders and professionals. He knows what it means to 
have a big vision and has demonstrated the courage and energy it 
takes to accomplish it. Consider contacting Mark and be sure to 
visit his website: http://www.inspirepossibility.com