“Let there be more joy and laughter in your living.”
– Eileen Caddy
Long before growing miraculous 40-pound cabbages at Findhorn in Scotland and creating a library of inspiration books, Eileen Caddy was looking within for guidance and wisdom.
Living in England in in 1939, she and her first husband were active members in the Moral Re-armament (MRA), a global community launched by American minister Frank Buchman. Buchman’s goal was to help nations and individuals re-arm spiritually and morally, and essentially “battle for peace” by emphasizing teamwork, cooperation and integrity in all aspects of life.
Part of MRA’s process was the discipline of deep meditation. During these “quiet times,” group members would listen for divine guidance. Even though that marriage didn’t last, Eileen’s dedication to going into a deep Alpha state for spiritual guidance and insight became an essential part of the rest of her life.
During one such meditation after her marriage dissolved, Eileen heard what she later called “the voice of God.” It commanded her to, “Be still and know that I am God.” Frightened at first that she was mentally ill, Eileen began tuning in to this inner voice regularly, and powerful, positive things began to unfold in her life. She married fellow spiritual seeker and visionary Peter Caddy, and together they transformed a run-down hotel in Scotland into a four-star destination by following the guidance of the voice. They had similar good fortune with a second hotel, and next began practicing organic gardening near the Scottish village of Findhorn.
To their surprise and delight, their crops yielded exceptional produce, including 40 pound cabbages that attracted international attention. Eileen attributed the phenomenal results to her claim that she was communicating with plant spirits. Soon a large spiritual following began to form around Eileen and Peter, which became known as the Findhorn Community. People from around the world came to visit and participate in the healing work Eileen and Peter directed at Findhorn for body, mind and spirit.
In 1972 Eileen received divine guidance to take her message of hope, joy and love to the world. She traveled to spiritual gatherings and wrote a number of inspirational books, which were translated into 30 languages. One of her most popular works is God Spoke to Me . Daily at the Optimum Health Institute missions in San Diego and Austin, Texas, one of Eileen’s quotes is offered in the morning prayer circle. OHI guests are invited to meditate on the thought throughout the day, seeing how their understanding of the words changes and evolves as their awareness changes with each new task and opportunity.
The very words that this spiritual teacher heard in her head and heart decades ago continue to motivate, encourage and bring joy, long after her death in 2006.
You can purchase God Spoke to Me, and other books by and about Eileen Caddy, at the Optimum Health Store. You can also order Eileen’s divinely inspired works by calling the store at (800) 993-4325.
Come experience the healing power of Eileen Caddy’s words as part of a transformative experience for all your senses and your body, mind and spirit at OHI. We can help you achieve your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual goals for optimal health in 2013. Call us at (800) 993-4325 to make your reservation.
