Joanne Caputo's inner strength
Who/what contributed to your inner strength?
Probably things that seemed like "suffering" at the time.
When in your life was your inner strength particularly tested and how did you deal with the incident?
A recent test was my diagnosis of breast cancer in 2000. I dealt with it by surrendering to it, instead of resisting it. Thanks to a wise friend, I knew it would offer me great gifts if I was quiet and still enough to recognize them. It turned out to be the best experience that ever happened to me and to my marriage.
Another (past) event was the very premature birth of one of my children in 1990. Again, I eventually surrendered control over the outcome. My job was to show up and to be loving.
A current test is parenting a teenager! I'm dealing with it by trusting my inner voice, even when I'm yelling.
What suggestions do you have to help people realize their capabilities?
Regularly get quiet and listen to the heart messages, the inner self.
Why is it important to focus on inner strength?
I believe it is Divinely inspired; it comes from Creator/the Source.
What are your next goals and what positive thoughts or activities keep you striving toward your goals?
I have three other films in progress, plus two book manuscripts awaiting publication. I keep doing the activities I love, shining my light on subjects, and trusting it's my work while I'm on the Earth. I also try to make a tasty, healthy dinner every day for my family, because I love them and cooking is meditative for me. Meanwhile, I continue to meditate regularly and keep my spiritual path a priority.
