Catch Up with Guests from Oprah & Eckhart Tolle: A New Earth

My experience with the A New Earth webcast came right on the heels of my surrender to follow a spiritual path. When you take a step toward God, God rushes to meet you. I had given up on religion a decade before, and after 10 years I was more unhappy and miserable than ever. I remember feeling that I was just waiting out my life until it was time to die. If this was what the next 30 to 40 years was going to look like, I was terrified.

Eckhart Tolle, and A New Earth, was the first teacher that the Divine sent to me. I had the instant miracle of stopping smoking, and asked for guidance on two other addictions that I truly wanted to release: alcohol and overeating. Eckhart told me to have patience, to continue the work and that eventually I would have success. I have now been alcohol-free for four years and have a much healthier relationship with food.

I am now supporting the spiritual and personal development of others through counseling, prayer and teaching. I have found purpose in my life again, and I love life. I have never been happier, healthier and more loving.

Eckhart inspired me to believe again. A New Earth spoke to me of the importance of raising human consciousness as the way to a better world. I feel that I am now one with Eckhart's vision. I see how my previous careers and experiences groomed me for this purpose. I am eternally grateful for Eckhart and Oprah's contribution not only to my personal development but also to the world. It is an exciting time to be alive.

Peter has been smoke-free since February 2008 and alcohol-free since January 2010.