Wanda's Story

Conflict and Contrast At barely 20 years old I married into a ready-made family with five children. Within the first two years of our troubled marriage, due to circumstances beyond their control, my husband's five children suddenly and unexpectedly came to live with their father and me. I was exactly 13 years younger than my husband and 13 years older than his oldest son. By this time I had given birth to a baby girl and was pregnant with our second child.

Needless to say it took more than both of our minimal salaries to make ends meet for this family of nine and, for several years, ends did not meet. It didn't take long for me to realize that I had naively boxed myself into a situation where my future looked pretty bleak. I was in my early 20's, with seven children, a difficult marriage, only a high school diploma and broke. Let's call this "contrast".

Abraham - Hicks describes contrast as that place you find yourself that is not of your liking or wanting. The value of contrast is, first, the clarity you derive as to what it is you don't want to experience which then points you in the direction of what it is you do want. Abraham refers to it as "the gift of preference," in other words, what is it you prefer to have in your experience.

Discovering What is Not Working

I had come to the place where I knew what I didn't want: emotional stress and strain, feelings of insecurity, of being trapped, of hopelessness, a sense of limitation and never having enough money to take care my family.

Even though I wasn't absolutely clear on what or how I could improve my life, there was something within me struggling to find answers. There was a still small voice I now refer to as "She Who Whispers," that whispered thoughts that made me know that somehow, somewhere I would find those answers. Sometimes in life, just holding on to a conviction that there has got to be a way out, and then finding a way to align yourself with a higher power to give you a sense of peace and poise, is enough to help you hang in there until you know what to do next.

When the Student is Ready the Teacher Appears

There is old adage that says when the student is ready the teacher appears. I was definitely ready when someone invited me to attend a lecture on the power of the mind. It was there that I bumped into a wise older friend I had known for years. This woman was a very spiritual person, was then retired from a very successful business and was writing and mentoring others. I pulled her aside and I asked if she could meet with me the following week. She became my first important teacher.

The following Monday, I met her at her high-rise apartment. I told her about my situation; that our home had been burglarized seven times and that my marriage was in trouble. Although I loved all of the children, I felt completely overwhelmed. Our family was about to lose our little home and the car. I told her that I was worried all the time and frequently felt like I wanted to take my two children and run, but just could not leave the other children. I said, "everything is going in the wrong direction. I'm not even 25 years old yet and I'm miserable!" With tears streaming from my eyes, I asked for help.

If you think you're a victim, you become one

My friend looked directly in both of my eyes and said, "Wanda, my dear, you are not going to like to hear what I'm about to tell you, but what is happening on the outside is a direct reflection of what you're thinking and feeling on the inside."

She said, "Wanda if you think you're a victim, you become one. If you feel life is unfair to you, it only gets worse." Then she said something that I will never forgot. She said, "If you want your life to get better you have to see yourself beyond your circumstances. What has brought you to this point cannot take you to where you want to go. Your thoughts, believe it or not, have creative power. What you think about and talk about influences how you feel. Your feelings influence what actions you'll take and what seems to show up in your life. Your actions impact your reality and your reality then becomes your life. Making a positive change in your life will begin with managing feeling thoughts."

We talked for hours and I was given four simple but life altering principles and processes to practice. These processes are the foundation of Energy Management. After several weeks of learning how to connect with my Higher Self and then manage my emotional energy, I began to feel a new sense of control over outer circumstances. There were small changes at first, but as I practiced, it seemed like my luck was beginning to change.

Persistence and Determination

I was determined to find a way to create a better life for myself and my family, and this process not only made logical sense to me, but I was also taking action to do all within my power to make positive changes. I was already feeling better even if nothing got better.

But things did get better. I watched myself begin to break free of the self-imposed box I had created for myself. I began to feel a sense of undeniable empowerment. Little did I know at the time that I had stumbled on to something that would change my life forever.

One day soon after I had begun the practice of Energy Management, something very extraordinary happened. I received a call from a man who had worked with my husband previously in the security industry. I hadn't spoken to him in years and, just out of the blue, he called and told me that he now worked for a large corporation and was in charge of awarding contracts to small businesses. He said if my husband and I could get a private patrol license and do the other necessary paper work, he thought he could be influential in getting us a very lucrative private patrol contract.

Well, we did all the necessary paper work, got the license, submitted the proposal along with other companies, borrowed a desk and old typewriter and set up an office right in the living room. As I waited for the phone call that I hoped would award us our first contract, I thought of the lessons I had learned about the importance of deliberately and consciously focusing on what you want and where you want to be, rather than where you are. I had no doubt that after all we'd been through, this opportunity had come to us because I had been resolute in deciding to manage my energy in the face of whatever was before me, then taking action on the inspired ideas which came up.

Down but not Out

After a few weeks passed, we finally received a call that our bid had been rejected. Even though I was disappointed, I wasn't devastated because an unexpected transformation had taken place in me. I had come to believe that I could get my own contracts. I began soliciting for business the next day.

It was at this time that I really began to put into practice the principles I had been studying about the inherent connection we each have to a Higher Power. The awareness and use of this connection empowered me in a way I had never known before. It allowed me to do things that I would have never had the confidence or courage to do at any time previously in my life.

I was able to create a spiritual atmosphere within my mind and understand deeply that there was a power within me that transcended all of my perceived inadequacies. I had come to know that my Higher Power had all the answers, resources and solutions I needed and that all I had to do was allow myself to be sourced by this Higher Power by listening and then doing what I was lead to do. As I trusted this process more and more, step by step it began to work.

So with a total of $500 (tax refund check), my living room as an office, a typewriter, telephone and a borrowed desk, I started a business. I procured security contracts all over the city, some with prestigious financial institutions, retail stores, manufacturers and myriad of other businesses.

New Opportunities

New opportunities began to present themselves that had never been there before. I was on a roll! I employed over 125 people with in my first year in business and, over the next ten years, provided employment for more than 3000 men and women.

The concept of energy management and faith in a Higher Power is not a new one and has been practiced by many, often associated with various religious systems. I believe that regardless of one's religious affiliation or how they define a Higher Power, the process is the same and can work for anyone at anytime. I learned this very well as I faced the challenges of running a small business while raising a family, and especially after the sudden death of my husband, who, in 1975, died in his sleep from a stroke.

Real Estate Success and Energy Management

Years later, in 1984, when I made a career change into the real estate industry, my continuing practice of the principles of Energy Management empowered me to achieve distinction as the 4th highest producer in the United States for Century 21, the No. 1 real estate franchise in the nation at the time. I was also ranked as one of Century 21's top national achievers for eight consecutive years and was inducted in their Hall of Fame.

I appeared in several national real estate publications and in the early 90's was selected to participate in Century 21's national TV ad campaign. I also participated in the creation of an audiotape presentation to inspire and motivate other real estate agents. During this time, I began to share my experiences and knowledge as a motivational speaker and trainer.

My consistent showing as a top real estate producer caught the eye of the producers for a national real estate training cable show, The Real Estate Television Network. I appeared first as a guest with them and then was invited back as the host for my own show.

My Darkest Night

My life was wonderful. I had met and married my second husband, my soul mate, Bill Peyton, in 1982 when we were in our early 30's. We shared 24 years of a bliss-filled marriage. He was truly "the man of my dreams," as well as business partner and best friend. We not only lived together, but worked together everyday of our lives.

Then, in May 2002, tragedy hit once again. My husband while driving up a mountain road was hit by a speeding motorist. I had no idea how bad it was as I rush through the streets to the emergency section of Loma Linda Hospital. All I knew was that he was on his way to surgery, I can remember thinking, thank God he is alive! For the next three weeks, the children and I were by his bedside praying unceasingly for his recovery. Though his ears and heart responded to my voice and touch of my hands on his, he never gained full consciousness again and on May 24, 2002 he crossed over.

These were truly my darkest days and nights. Nothing I had read, heard or experienced prepared me for such deep sorrow and grief. At the same time I was aware that prolonged feelings of dark emotions were harmful to me physically as well as emotionally but felt lost. I also knew that even though I had every right to feel these feelings, the laws of the universe are impersonal and were responding to the low feeling energy I was exuding in a way that would not enable me to move forward. I knew this was more than I could handle alone. I needed help.

Over time, as I struggled to find a way and a reason to continue on, once again I began to hear the still small voice of "She Who Whispers" saying, "There is more for you to do, there is meaning, purpose and joy waiting here for you. Come follow me I will lead you there." At this point, I realized that I truly wanted to come out of the darkness to the light. I wanted to do more than just survive and get through each day - I wanted to live!

I wanted to LIVE!

I made a conscious decision that I would do whatever it took to find a way to live in joy once again.

It was then that I was attracted to Sharon Wilson, founder of Coaching From Spirit, in a very synchronistic way. Sharon is not only a master coach, but is also a coach trainer. She felt my pain and my desire to be free of the darkness. Step by step, through coaching and modeling the process of energy management, Sharon guided me until I was back in the light that I had been away from for so many months.

I was struck by the power inherent in this Energy Management Process of dealing with life on life's terms. It not only has the potential to transcend any negative experience life may throw at us but also has the power to lead us to the discovery of renewed joy and purpose.

Working with Sharon, I completed both the advanced and master coach program. I discovered that Energy Management is far more important that time management, and that passionately pursuing one's purpose has unimaginable life-giving power.

Renewed and Sustained Joy

We are more powerful than we realize. There is an inner flicker that continues to burn and has a constant re-igniting system. When the winds of life seem to blow it out, it relights itself over and over again. The process of connecting daily with your inner guidance can bring any negative emotion first into clarity, then into alignment with your desire, then into manifestation.

I believe this power is our inherent gift, although it sometimes lies dormant within us. At any time we awaken to its availability and decide to learn how to execute its inexhaustible potential, our lives are instantly catapulted into the area of our hearts desires and we are forever changed!

I am today filled with renewed and sustained joy and excitement for life on a level that I never thought was possible again. I lovingly embrace all who are attracted to this work and invite you to join me on this journey of unfolding.

My Mission Statement My mission is to serve as facilitator, motivator & spirit coach to a community of seekers desiring to activate and integrate their inner Power and unlimited outer potential. I believe this Power is our inherent gift from God. At any time we awaken to It's availability and execute It's inexhaustible potential, our lives are instantly catapulted into the arena of our hearts desires and we are forever changed! My Mission is to serve as a conduit for Spirit.

— Wanda Peyton