I LIVE IN THIS MOMENT was created for the express purpose of empowering, affirming and healing. Its messages—YOUR AFFIRMATIONS—become strengthened by repeated listening.

Just as advertisers use musical jingles to remind us of their products, these songs were created to remind us of positive ways to think about, or approach situations. At the same time, the music and lyrics can be used as a way to bring about self-soothing and self-calming.
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HOW TO PERSONALIZE LYRICS

Each song (1-6) was written in two versions. The second half of the album (7-12) is recorded with a “fill in the blank” verse section. You can fill in the blanks with personalized phrases. Suggestions have been given for each song.
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LYRICS

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I LIVE IN THIS MOMENT

AFFIRMATION (CHORUS)
I live this day
I live in this moment
I let go of everything else
I live this day
I live in this moment
Tomorrow always takes care of itself


VERSE

For today, I ____________
No matter where I’ve been
For today, I ____________
This moment I begin

FILL-INS USED IN RECORDING

Verse 1. . . . enjoy my life
Verse 2. . . . do the best I can
Verse 3. . . . do what’s best for me
Verse 4. . . . take the first step

SUGGESTED FILL-INS

feel satisfied
believe in myself
forgive myself
let go of the past

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I TURN MY EYES TO THE GOOD

AFFIRMATION (CHORUS)

Now I turn my eyes to the good
To the good
Now I turn my eyes to the good
I change what I can
And accept where I am
And I turn my eyes to the good

VERSE

I find good_________
I focus like a camera on what I choose to see
I find good_________
The way I see the world is up to me

FILL-INS USED IN RECORDING

Verse 1. . . . in every moment
Verse 2. . . . in everybody
Verse 3. . . . all around me

SUGGESTED FILL-INS

my future
my past
my loved ones
my work
my family

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LOVE IS OPENING MY HEART

AFFIRMATION (CHORUS)

Love is opening my heart
This feeling deep and warm
Is taking me by storm
It feels so good
I just can’t keep it in
Love is opening my heart

VERSE
I feel love for __________
Each moment of the day
I feel love for___________
And I love to feel this way

FILL-INS USED IN RECORDING
Verse 1. . . . you
Verse 2. . . . those I meet
Verse 3. . . . my friends
Verse 4. . . . all living things

SUGGESTED FILL-INS

my family
myself
my husband/wife/children

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TO THE LITTLE CHILD INSIDE

AFFIRMATION (CHORUS)
To the little child inside
I can always see you
And I always hear the things you say
I will always be there
When you need some loving care
My little child, I’ll never go away

VERSE
(fill-in)__________________
Come what may
I’ll help you grow
You help me play

FILL-INS USED IN RECORDING
Verse 1. I love you as you are
Verse 2. I’ll take care of your needs
Verse 3. I accept you
Verse 4. I’ll protect you

SUGGESTED FILL-INS
I forgive you
You are special
I’ll make you better

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JUST AS I AM

AFFIRMATION (CHORUS)

Just as I am, I’m good enough
Just as I am, receiving love
Just as I am, I accept myself as I am.

VERSE

I’m good enough __________
I’m natures own unique design
I’m good enough __________
Just as I am, I shine

FILL-INS USED IN RECORDING

Verse 1. . . . the way I am
Verse 2. . . . with what I do
Verse 3. . . . the way I look

SUGGESTED FILL-INS

with what I have
to succeed
to be loved
to have what I want
to love my self
the way I think

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TAKING CARE OF ME

AFFIRMATION (CHORUS)

I feel safe and whole
And peaceful in my soul
‘Cause my higher power is taking care of me
I feel safe and whole
And peaceful in my soul
‘Cause my higher power is taking care of me


VERSE

There’s someone there who __________
That’s all I need to know
There’s someone there who loves me __________
And so I can let go.

FILL-INS USED IN RECORDING

Verse 1. . . . loves me
Verse 2. . . . guides me
Verse 3. . . . listens
Verse 4. . . . protects me

SUGGESTED FILL-INS

stands by me
provides for me
is present.

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REVIEWS

"This . . . was created for the express purpose of healing, affirming, and empowering the listener through the use of positive, uplifting songs. The production on the album is polished and professional. The musicianship is excellent, the voices pleasing and warm. All of the songs are catchy and highly singable with a slow to medium groove (A more appropriate album title might be Gently Step to the Music.). Side One consists of soft rock/easy listening songs written by Sandy. Each one features a different affirmation. The third verse of every song is instrumental so that the listener can sing his or her own lyrics. Suggested fill-ins are included. Side Two features the same six songs, but with Sandy only singing on the choruses. To get the full benefit of the affirmations, all of the verses are left instrumental so the listener can be the lead singer."


I LIVE IN THIS MOMENT was Produced by Joel Wachbrit and Guy Babylon, Elton John's keyboardist and arranger, who tragically passed away in 2009, The album is dedicated to Guy Babylon with deep appreciation for his gorgeous arrangements. Renowned signer-songwriter Alan O'Day added soulful vocals to the album.

"Listening to this music, I feel happy . . . like a child that is being comforted loved, and accepted. For that reason among others, this is a wonderful tape for children as well as adults. A great choice for long car trips with the kids."

" . . .is also excellent for those in transition, in recovery, or in crisis. I recommend it for all who wish to heal, grow, take the next step, change, and/or open to love."

SHELLEY KOFFLER, New Age Retailer

"This music captivated me...it made me want to get out and move to the beat, chin up shoulders back, eyes on a positive future."
AUDREY DE LA MARTRE, Sober Times

"If you are a psychotherapist, if you are a patient in therapy, if you are recovering from illness, injury or life stress, if you are a 12-Stepper or still on the First Step--and you want to grow--you owe it to yourself to get these tapes. Sandy Shanin has the kind of voice that is gentle and sincere, the kind of message that enfolds your heart, and has written hauntingly beautiful music. I cannot think of a better way to 'reprogram' that damaged self-esteem, and a way that works. Try it! You will not be disappointed."
GREG WHEELER, PhD, California Lisense Psychologist PSY 7107

"We use the tape in the treatment program and so many of our patients love it. They use it during stress reduction and meditation time. Alumni use the tape as inspiration for continued affirmation."

RACHELLE D. DUPRE, Director, The Rader Institute Program, Baton Rouge, LA
"I give it to clients to help facilitate self esteem. I also give it to special friends for important occasions."

EILEEN WASSERMAN, M.A.. M.F.C.C.

"This tape is unique in that the chorus of every song contains an affirmation, and the verses are written in a fill-in-the-blanks format."
TAMI MICHELLE, Whole Life Times