Tend Your Garden Within arose from many years of searching for my spirituality and my life's purpose. The catalyst for this book, was my father's fatal accident in 2006 in Tehran, Iran. Since 2006, I have gone through many personal transformations. I, like you, have wondered if I could face my fears and experience more joy. I have documented my thoughts, emotions, and inspiration, through poems and short articles. I am pleased to share with you, the reader, some techniques that have helped me during my journey.
To experience life fully, and joyfully, one's heart and mind needs to be present in the moment. Being in the moment requires recognizing and delving into layers of beliefs, frozen emotions, past traumas, and self-limiting thoughts. The task is to remove burdensome rocks in our garden within that can deprive our soul and body of nourishment. In Tend To Your Garden Within, I have identified some of the burdensome rocks in our own gardens that are blocking us from experiencing more joy in our lives and in our relationships. It is a book to encourage self reflection.
Accomplishments: Several patents and published papers.
Poetry Tenants by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. It is time to be selective of our tenants.... Reaching the Bottom by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Bottom of the ocean is further away this time.... In My Pack by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. I have an image to back.... Inner Healing by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Path of heart is different from that of mind.... Bird in the Glass Hous by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Giving up hope, Bird accepts his perceived demise.... Wardrobe Change by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. So many choices ….... Raccoon by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. My greatest weakness is not letting go.... Painful Thoughts by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. To question my thoughts is taboo.... Do Not be Fooled by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. See and feel the situation with your heart not purely with your eyes.
... Companions by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Which companion do you invest the most time?... Seemingly Calm by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Listen to your heart’s song... Guarantess by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. There is only one guarantee in life.... Being Present by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. I wish us both to be present.... What is the Outcome? by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. We co-create our reality.... Yes and No With Ease by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. I say yes
not because of guilt.
... Allow To Receive by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. What part of your life are you uncomfortable to bring joy and laughter into?... Self Acceptance by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Do I hate a part of me?... Ok To Cry by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Get ready to welcome joy.... Turn Your Attention by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Turn your attention toward what
you would like your current situation to turn into.
... No Fear by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. What does it mean to have no fear?... Bathing in Love and Gratitude by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Feel the sweet sensations and vibrations in your body.
... We Have Choices by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Do not buy into the story
that you have no choices.
... Uncomfortable Dream by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. You have had such nightmares before …
... Honoring A Friend by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. How do you honor such a person after death?... Filters by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Perhaps your own good is to be
alive and vibrant without the filters.
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Articles Room For Rent by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Another sign says.
“Live in my head rent free”
... Repeated Patterns by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Swimmer has been under the water many times before.... In My Pack by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. I cannot show you what is in my pack.... Path of Heart by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Heart pushes you to feel and be:
a human being
... Let Go? by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. My greatest weakness is not letting go.... Bird in the Glass House by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. What part of your life is similar to this bird’s story?... Wardrobe Change by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. What glasses will I wear?
... Painful Thoughts by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. The painful thoughts
I have bought into.
... Learn How to Connect by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Do not be fooled by the frown or lack of eye contact.... Companions by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Who is your favorite companion?
... Seemingly Calm by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. The heart sings out louder and stronger than the gate keeper’s warnings.
... The Only Guarantee in Life by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Loving yourself is the only guarantee in life you can rely on.... Being Present by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. I wish us both to be present.... What is the Outcome? by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Repetition of words even undesirable facts
reinforces the current situation
... Yes and No With Ease by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Yes and no are two sides of a coin... Allow To Receive by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. What part of your life are you uncomfortable to bring joy and laughter into?... Self Acceptance by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. What will shift in me as a result of accepting a part of myself?... Ok To Cry by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. It takes courage to feel your heart’s longing.... Turn Your Attention by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Turn your attention toward what
you would like your current situation to turn into
... No Fear by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Fear and courage dance together.... Bathing in Love and Gratitude by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Soak and bathe your body in
gratitude and love.
... We Have Choices by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Do not buy into the story
that you have no choices.
... Uncomfortable Dream by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. You realize the nightmare, seemingly real,
does not seem real after waking up
... Honoring A Friend by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. How do you honor such a person after death?... Filters by Shervin Hojat, Ph.D. Do not let the five year old inside convince you that it is still for your own good to be censored.
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