When we receive whispers, either from our gut or the signs around us, taking a pause and listening can change the trajectory of our lives in a really positive way.
When we live only in our heads, it can easily cause overwhelm and exhaustion. It holds us back from living
fully and authentically. When we over-rationalize our experiences, and pause for
too long, it can make it nearly impossible to pick up the momentum to move
forward.
Our intuition, and the signs we pick up all around us, are our guiding
light.
So the next time something pops in your head that seems curious, go for it. If you feel the urge to reach out to someone you haven't spoken to, let them know you are thinking about them. This may be a pivotal time in your relationship.
If you overhear a conversation, or a song with lyrics that eerily seem to parallel what is happening in your life, listen. Our intuition is our guiding light, and our spirit guides are here to offer us help and guidance.
Listening, trusting, and responding can create life altering positive
consequences, and take you to new and aligned paths.
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Being alone can feel lonely, but it can also give us an opportunity.
When we are alone, we can hear our own thoughts more clearly, and get
real about what is going on in our head, our heart and our spirit.
Journaling helps this process because it can give us objectivity. Seeing
our words on paper, hearing our voice on voice memo, getting a new
perspective by seeing our lives in art form, can give us clarity.
From my perspective, getting real is what it is all about. The comforts
we build to create a wall between us and our spirit can cause a lot of
heartache and disconnect.
Sending you love, healing and the path to authenticity.
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Having a balanced life is something we all aspire to.
To be in balance is to be aligned with our true selves, our life goals,
and our lifestyle. It keeps us in the right situations, around the right
people, and we can be at our best!
It is living in our truth.
How to begin?
Self Care
Objectivity
Self-Sufficiency
Tapping Into Authenticity, Asking "Who Am I?"
Eliminating Distractions
Pivoting When Necessary
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I hope the video brings you balance, clarity, joy, and new ways
to navigate your journey. Live your life the way YOU want to.
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A friend of mine was feeling down and asked me to read her tarot cards. She felt she just couldn’t get a break. After I did the reading, I thought, “This would be a good video for anyone going through the same thing.” So with her permission, this reading is for you:
Get out of your mind. Sword energy in the tarot is analytical thinking, strategy and intelligence. There is a time and place for everything, including when this is beneficial and when it is not. Tapping into your emotional self and intuition can help you when you have problems that are not black and white. Ask your heart what your next step should be. Let your body intelligence give you advice by asking the question, and then see how you physically feel. Sorrow Deal with your past sorrow. We need to work though our loss, neglect, and abuse. I think of it as staring the devil in the eye, so not to feel intimidated, and allow things to come to the forefront. This release will lift up our energy. Wants vs. Responsibilities There are things that we want, and also things we need to do. Reconcile the two, and find the joy in your life. What makes you tick? Find the time, the space, and the guilt free attitude, and lean into happiness.
Positive people Spend more time with people that have both the positive outlook and emotional maturity. It will bring out your own intuition. Take a look at the people around you who might be creating some negative energy. They could be putting bad stuff in your head. Even if you are not ready to release these relationships entirely, you can find balance by receiving energy from positive and loving people.
Karma There’s karma in life. We come here to play out a story. Karma is real, but we can still navigate our story to find fulfillment (see my videos on manifestation for some ideas).
Don’t bang your head against the wall Pay attention to the energy and the flow in your life and go with it. Don’t resist it, and stop banging your head on walls that don’t budge.
Take help that’s offered When you’re feeling down, recognize help that’s offered to you and accept it. The next time someone needs you, you can return the favor.
Be still Lastly, take time to work things out in your own quiet time. Figure out what time of day works best for you and schedule it, and then journal (see my video on journaling here). Tune in to what your body is telling you. Ask your spirit guides for help, and see what their answer is. Live in your sovereignty Strive and live in your sovereignty. What life gives you, you can manage. I hope these tips and the other videos I offer help you on your way.
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It’s time to be with people who we have tense relationships with, and relationships we might not be able to avoid. There could be unspoken anger and frustration, and we can’t find the words to express what we want to say.
So, what do many of us do? We lash out in frustration after repressing our anger for too long. It makes us feel like we've won the battle, but ultimately, we've lost the war. The feel good release leads to long term pain for the other person, which may not be able to be repaired. There are many ways to handle this, but most importantly, do not ask them to “just move on.” Instead, handle it with sensitivity and grace, and watch them open up to a true reconciliation. It takes trust that needs to be earned.
To demonstrate this, I'll share a story I heard many years ago that had a huge impact on me: A young man had a problem with his temper. Every time someone would frustrate or disappoint him, or make him feel “less then,” he would lash out. He hurt many people, and many relationships were damaged beyond repair. He felt powerful because people were intimidated and he was rarely challenged. An elder who saw this time and time again suggested to him, “For every time you want to say something to someone to hurt them, and every time you want to lash out at someone to cut them, I want you to take a nail and bang it into the fence across the street instead, in order to release your anger.” The young man saw a beautiful freshly painted fence across the street and agreed to do so.
Weeks later, the young man came back to the elder and said “I feel great. It was such a release to get rid of my negative feelings.” The elder said to him, “Great. Now I want you to take out all the nails from the fence.” After the young man agreed, the elder said “Now I want you to look at the fence.” The young man looked at the fence and saw that it was ruined beyond repair. Then the elder said, “That is what you do to relationships. Every time you feel the need to lash out and be aggressive, passive aggressive, or hostile to another person, the damage is significant and may not be able to be repaired.”
Healing is done best when it is a collaborative effort ❤️
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This video and blog speak to the potential pitfalls of being a fixer (as well as the person being “fixed”), and what we can do to protect ourselves. With all of our good intentions, we can ultimately be resented for helping. When someone opens up about their personal life and their current difficulties, they can feel VULNERABLE. As the person in need, we want the wisdom and objectivity from the people around us, but in these circumstances we are showing open wounds.
As the fixer, we need to show a lot of sensitivity. When we are offering our love and support, the current inequality and imbalance can result in the person receiving the help feeling “less then.” Treading lightly, and watching for cues on how to approach the other person, will help them not feel “smaller.”
Refuse to be used. We love being needed, and we also love sharing our experiences in order to help others. But what about when we only hear from someone when they need something? That’s when we start feeling the resentment.
This is when we need to set boundaries. As a fixer, we are conditioned to give endlessly. This is when it is important to take care of ourselves, or we may become exhausted and overburdened. Making sure there is a healthy balance in the relationship is best for everyone. Make a commitment to yourself that you will not be used. Resist the urge to micromanage. When we have the answer and can see things clearly, we can jump right in. This is because we are objective and truly want to help. Difficult to resist the urge to fix quickly. Instead, we should be mindful that people need to learn their own lessons in their own time. Share your insights, but then allow space for the other person to figure things out on their own. Challenges are a huge part of growth, and we can’t always be running other people’s lives. Accept resistance. There are times when the other person simply does not want our help. And for true fixers, that can be devastating. We want to protect and not see them hurt themselves, but we need to allow them to live their lives. If there is resistance, understand their need for independence and autonomy, and move on. When they are ready, they will come to us and we will know the time is right to help them. Wait to be asked. We see things, we want to fix things because we want the world to be a happier place. This can feel intrusive to the other person. Support is a two way street, giving and receiving. Life is complex and we are here to help one another. But everyone has different ways of managing life, and it’s best to respect that - for them and for you. Give them the space they need, but we also need to protect ourselves.
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In astrology, different planets rule different days of the week. These same planets rule various astrological signs. The following is a breakdown of the mood, actions and colors to wear for the day in order to be best aligned. Monday Monday is named after, and represents, the moon. In astrology, the moon also governs Cancer. This makes Monday a perfect day to reflect, emotionally connect and be observant and mindful. Wear colors that are light and soft, such as white, silver, light grey, soft lavender, light blue, pale green. Wearing all cool, light colors gives off a really mellow, chill vibe - something the moon is known for. This also reflects some Cancerians, when they are in their zen place.
Tuesday Tuesday corresponds to Mars (and Aries), the planet of action. This symbolizes taking action, being bold, and getting things done. Wearing red represents the fire that Mars and Aries hold. Red has lots of range - crimson, blood red, scarlet, burgundy, coral, maroon, candy apple red, garnet, rust, fire engine red, copper. For an interesting combination, try wine and a deep red and see how complimentary it looks.
Wednesday Wednesday is governed by Mercury (Virgo and Gemini’s planet). Both signs use their mind, and are very strategic and resourceful. This is the day to develop strategy and really use your intellect. Blue, green and brown are the colors for Wednesday.
Thursday Thursday corresponds to the planet Jupiter (the sign of Sagittarius). Sagittarius is spontaneous and likes adventure. This is the day to do something adventurous, so do or plan the experience you have been wanting to have. The color for the day is yellow, a color that stimulates us. It creates an energetic, “I want an adventure” mood. Wear it in all its forms, including mustard, lemon, amber, cream, gold, apricot and saffron.
Friday Friday’s ruler is Venus, the planet of love, which governs both Taurus and Libra. Today is the day to connect with other people and tell them what they mean to you. It is also the day for romance. Wearing pink is nurturing while green is healing. Pink has its many shades, including fuchsia, rose, bubblegum and champagne. Green can be sea green, turquoise, forest, sage or army, to name a few. One of my favorite combinations is pink and green. Keeping things balanced, calm, and grounded (like our Libra and Taurean friends, who call Venus their planet), is the name of the game.
Saturday Saturday corresponds to Saturn and Capricorn. This is the day of work, organization, productivity and deep contemplation, which matches Capricorns’ nature. The color for this day is black, dark blue, dark cherry, dark green, and dark brown. These colors are all serious and dense, but dependable, honest and earthy.
Sunday Sunday represents the Sun, and the Sun rules Leo. Leos typically like to have fun and gets lots of attention. This is your day to be playful, get attention you have been shying away from, and let other people see your many talents. Sunday is our day to wear orange in all its forms, be it peach, coral, rust, salmon, tangerine, apricot, amber, saffron, pumpkin and dark orange. Orange can be flamboyant, so put it all out there and enjoy this day of fire and fun.
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When you think of your life, the most important person in it is you.
This is not meant to be selfish. We make ourselves whole in order to be there for others in an authentic way, without it being a negotiation.
As many of us know through experience, one of the biggest misconceptions is if we live our lives to please other people, we will get our needs met in return.
If we redirect, and focus on meeting our own needs, vision and happiness, we can truly be there for other people, because we will feel whole.
Focusing on who we are is fundamental to live an authentic, spiritual life, as we then allow ourselves to grow and keep growing.
Healthy individuals contribute to the health of the whole.
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At times, we all get overwhelmed when we need to make decisions. Depending on the circumstances, the process can be difficult and daunting.
Breaking down our options, categorizing and prioritizing, making small changes, and not feeling that things are un-fixable are all ways to move forward. Trusting our intuition by tuning into our body intelligence will help us get real and keep us on our path.
Writing things down.
It's amazing how putting things on paper gives us a clearer perspective and helps us step away from the chatter in our minds.
Making a Pros and Cons list.
I find getting two lists together, side by side helps me get a better assessment of what is going on. Because not everything has the same weight, I rate each bullet from 1-5. This not only helps keep things in perspective, it also frees me up to write down even the most trivial things, knowing I will only rate it a 1 or a 2.
Journaling.
This is one of my favorite past times. When I audio journal into my phone and play it back to hear myself, it gives me objective insight. Writing down the worst case scenario helps because I realize most everything is fix-able. If it's not a risk I am completely comfortable with, I will take baby steps before I fully commit.
Tuning into your body intelligence.
Sit quietly, with no distractions, and ask the question you want the answer to. Really tune into the body so it can give you the instinctive answer you are looking for.
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I was watching a video on instagram of a man talking about getting past some really difficult years. Now he’s on the other side, married, a new job, and happy, but it took a lot of work and re-navigation. He appreciates his happy life much more than he has in the past because of the difficulties he has overcome.
As we live in a world of polarity, we can’t understand what hot is unless we experience cold, or how if feels to be healthy, unless we have been ill.
Negative experiences show us what we need by our understanding of what we do not want, or need. This allows us to appreciate and hold the good things that we love close to our hearts.
If we are at a fork in the road and not sure what our next step should be, we can then risk trying something. Once we make the decision and move forward, we then have the experience to know what is right for us. Or if it is, “I don’t want to go through this again,” we can pivot and make a new plan.
The beauty of this process is that we are able to take some risks by having the opportunity to see what works for us and understanding what does not work. Our negative experiences magnify what is right in our journey, and through trial and error we discover what works best for us.
Is there a pattern? For me, after re-navigating my life in 2016, including where I was living, starting a new relationship, looking for work, and seeking friends, I realized the pattern for me was that if I am with the right people, I could do, and enjoy, almost anything.
Once you look back and see what has not worked for you, what would you like to experience as the polar opposite? And what would you like to avoid going forward?
What are the roads you would like to travel in your journey?
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Recently, I saw someone I had met only a handful of times, and as soon as I greeted her with a friendly hello, I saw her immediately get uncomfortable. Within minutes, she gave me a backhanded insult that had nothing to do with her, or anything that was going on in that moment.
I don’t know that I will ever understand why.
The real issue is, why couldn’t she just sit with her discomfort? Something triggered her, and only she knows what that trigger was. The irony is that within her discomfort, she lashed out at someone she hardly knew.
The reality is that we are all uncomfortable with something or someone, at some point. Sometimes it makes complete sense to us, other times, not so much. The real question is, how do we manage our present discomfort to become centered, and not pass it on to others?
Here are 4 tips:
1. Breathe. Take a minute and get some oxygen, so you can relax and take stock of yourself.
2. Ask yourself what is going on, so you can get some answers that can help you manage how you are feeling.
3. Focus and determine if something about the situation is reminding you of something else that you have not resolved. Is it problems in a current or past relationship, a past trauma, or an insecurity within yourself?
4. And lastly, are you physically uncomfortable? Take a minute to either sit down, drink some water, eat something small, get some air, or go to the restroom. Sometimes by putting ourselves on pause, we can collect ourselves.
Feelings and triggers are always something we can recover from. By getting centered from how we are feeling (and taking responsibility) before making a comment or an “observation” that will hurt, insult or embarrass someone, it may save our dignity and someone else’s feelings. In these moments, we can pivot. But fractures in relationships take much longer, if ever, to glue back together.
I hope this message resonates with you, and helps you on your path.
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From the Tarot Deck Golden Art Nouveau by Giulia F. Massaglia
In the tarot, the Strength Card depicts a woman standing next to a magnificent golden lion, her hand trustfully resting on his massive teeth. But why?
It is because she has no fear, the goodness of the lion’s heart is more powerful than the instinct to destroy. The natural impulse has been tamed by her trust.
Interestingly, the lion is not an external animal she needs to tame, but instead, the lion represents her own inner strength. It’s the lion within.
When the lion is not tamed, we see the fighting (especially on social media - anyone know of “keyboard warriors?”), the attempts to embarrass people, to dominate over other people’s sovereignty.
People are fighting personal and professional wars, trying to one-up each other. They may form alliances against their adversaries, create harsh boundaries, and are not willing to listen or compromise. Oftentimes, holding grudges and keeping score.
However, true, authentic strength comes from within. Once we tap into our own inner strength, and continually practice it (and it is tough to do), we create self control, balance, understanding, patience and kindness.
This is when we find courage, awareness, and the knowledge that we can handle whatever comes our way. We are then no longer afraid, needing to search outward for validation. We don’t need to prove ourselves. We no longer need to live in defense mode, in search for battles that don’t need to exist.
