Santa-John’s View from the Bridge
by Santa-John McDaniel
The View from the Bridge is an opinion piece which explores how political, societal, and other changes may impact the future.

Welcome Back, Actor-Artists of the World!

As we’ve previously explained, we are all artists who are experiencing life on this magnificent planet we call Earth.

And currently, many around the world are suffering from war, climate change, Earth changes, and so on!  Most believe this is not acceptable!

In response to these events, we all are called to help however we can. We can send help in any way we feel called to — money, time, and prayers.

Then, in addition, send light, love, and pray for the most benevolent outcome for all who are impacted by these transitions.

Actors?

What we didn’t cover last time is that in addition to being artists, we are all also actors performing on stage.

William Shakespeare reminds us that all the world is a stage. We transition onto this stage at birth and transition off stage at the death of the body.

Stoic Roman-philosopher-king Marcus Aurelius, reminds us that death is as natural as birth. This seems to agree with Shakespeare’s “stage” assertion.

Finally, there are the numerous near-death experiences reported that demonstrate that death is simply a transition to another realm.

Many psychics state that all humans on the planet are Star Seeds, in other words, sparks of God, the one force one source. In fact, some psychics claim that everything in the Universe is God. God is Love, God is Energy, where there is energy, there is life and consciousness, and that God experiences the Universe through his/her creation. Meditate on that idea for a while.

What do we Actors do when we are off stage?

I am told, I will evaluate my most current incarnation. I judge myself; how well did I accomplish the goals of this incarnation which I set prior to birth. Then I plan my next incarnation, if I choose to incarnate again.

If we are all Actors, what is the purpose of those we consider bad actors, because of their behavior?

For example, consider the dictators of the world. Is there something positive in the lives of Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, or Hirohito?

These WWII dictators and their military leaders wanted to take over the World and run it from the top down. Fortunately, the script (the Akashic Record) had FDR (Franklin Delano Roosevelt) at the helm of the USA during that affair. FDR, with help from Japan (i.e., Pearl Harbor) was able to move US public opinion from indecision to War and defeat all three dictators.

What I have come to realize is that bad behavior is something that I am capable of, be it selfishness expressed by greed, cheating, grifting, violence, lack of caring for others, etc.

When I am repulsed by these characteristics in others, I am challenged to overcome these behaviors in my own life. In other words, I should not use violence, cheating, or any of these negative motives in my treatment of others!

In addition, I should avoid, or totally eliminate, contact with anyone in my life that is treating me in this manner. Treat me like I am your slave, and I am gone, and you can fend for yourself.

In this discussion I am reminded of the teachings of Marcus Aurelius. “Your opinion of me is none of my business.” What this statement means to me is that in this life, I am not here to conform to your image of who I should be. I am here to follow my path. Your approval is not necessary.

What do Actors do between performances?

Plan their next performance. Humans are no different. Psychics say, and I agree, that between incarnations we meet with our soul family, visit with friends and family, and collectively plan our next incarnations on Earth.

Bottom line – we decide what characteristics we wish to work on. For example, let’s say I want to work on forgiveness. Then my guides will make sure I am given many opportunities to forgive.

I will be given opportunities to forgive others. Perhaps my life-partner will have affairs with others. This will provide me with an opportunity to forgive them.

Perhaps I will cause an event where I need to forgive myself. The death of a loved one, as an example.

How does the Universe respond to prayer?

Bottom line – NO is not in God’s vocabulary. When we pray, “God, please NO more of THIS (____)!” (fill in the blank). The Universe’s response is “God, please more of THIS… whatever it is you are trying to avoid.

In essence whatever you are focused on (be it positive or negative in your estimation) you will manifest into your existence so that you will learn how to deal with it. Keep in mind, God does not judge.

How is Santa John doing?

Better and better. The dogs and I have found sanctuary at Psychic School, the Home Spiritual Center in Salem, Oregon for a time. We were given permission to become night watchman with dogs.

Psychic School?

If you would like to check out HSC, here is a link – HOME Spiritual Center | Metaphysical Spiritual Center | Salem, OR, USA. Or if you’re in the area some Sundays, stop by. Service is at 11 am; free Reiki treatments, starting around 10 am.

What is Coming to the View

• More how to videos. Some updates from the archives.
• An update to past articles in past issues.
• Some focus on the future of transportation, EVs, in particular. Let’s not forget that starting 1/1/25 all new cars offered for sale in California must be electric.

Summary

Everything is a creation of the One-Force. So, if you love God’s creations, be sure to include yourself in that love.

Do not fear the future. It’s being handled by forces much more powerful than any of our latest, greatest weapons.

I ask any politician that asks for my vote, what’s in it for me and my friends struggling through this life. Why should we vote for you? What’s in it for us and the World we live in. Oh, and stop whining, just answer the questions!

For us, just get out the popcorn – watch the show – and vote!

Remember those old movies? Without the villains, you know, the Dalton gang, etc., then the heroes, i.e. the Lone Rangers, Tonto, and Supermen, would have little to do, boring. Know we have our own crop of real-life villains and superheroes to watch. Be assured we are living in a Hallmark movie with a happy ending!

In Short

We know all things work for the good, even though we might not see the good at the time. We also know whatever we plant in this realm we will harvest. Plant corn seeds, harvest corn. Plant fear in others, harvest fear of others. Moral – plant and harvest Love.

For now…Thank you for your attention. Keep in mind that we don’t know what we don’t know. So, don’t take our word for it. Meditate and find what is right for you.

Sorry this article is so long. To quote Mark Twain, “II didn’t have time to write a short letter, so I wrote a long one instead.” circa 1871.

For 2024 and beyond, we pray for peace.

When the power of love overcomes the love of power, we will know peace.