Happy Loveuary

A Message From The Council

"Dear Ones,
Can you see and feel the love within and around you? Oh, it’s there. In every minute, of every day. You, Sweet Spirit, are all love. Isn't that beautiful?  You. Love. All of you, in love. Oh yes, the limited thoughts may percolate and start to well up with excuses about the ability to love and be loved. Those are lower mind beliefs and not true.  And, not worthy of you. Let any negative thinking flow through you. Don’t stop the thoughts, then hold them and give them attention. Let negative thinking roll on by. Beneath the lies you have been told and the lies you tell yourself, we want to remind you of You.  So much beauty, so much light, so much love, is you. If only you could see you like we do.  Wondrous and magnificent. A shining light, iridescent, an essence to behold for sure! Feel the love within you expand. Allow the love in you to fill you. Don’t let doubt and fear hold you back. Not you, Beautiful One. You are unmatched. You are more capable than you can imagine. There really is nothing you can’t do. All of this and more is within you and ready to shine."

The Council's New Year Message

I channeled The Council and asked what they would like to share for the new year. This is the message that flowed to me.

“Dear Beings of Light, it is a new day, a new year. Don't let the numbers and time trip you up. Every second, every minute, every day, is an opportunity for growth and the creation and motivation for a 'new' you. There is nothing wrong with the 'old' you. People get excited with the new year and creating.

We offer you the perspective of seeing yourself as divinely perfect everyday. The new year or new season is certainly a nice reminder to eat better, exercise more, create more, start something new. But, certainly you can do this anytime.

We send love and blessings always. We invite you to do the same. Send love to yourself. Take the time to care for you. Of course, we know you want to help others and share your positive vibration with family and friends. But, we invite you to care for you too. There is nothing wrong with spoiling yourself for a moment. Then, you will have creative, loving energy to share with those around you.

Begin the new year with a new perspective and stand in The Light. See all things within and of Divine Light. Shine and radiate it always. Of course, human experience may dim your light. The clouds may cover the sun or it may rain on your parade. But, does that matter? No. You are still light and love. Your light can't go out. It is impossible. You are of Creation. Do not discount this. No amount of dimming or raining or darkness can put out your light. You are part of The Eternal Flame and no thing can extinguish it. Shine bright, Dear One. Shine in all you do.

Choose to be the sun on a stormy day. Be the flower that grows amongst the weeds. Be the sweetness amongst the salt. Be the inspiration amongst the negative. Be The Light in the dark. Just be.”

Love is within you

Hello and thank you for visiting my website today. Recently, I have been doing a lot of Automatic Writing and I am finding it a great release. Writing allows me to capture my swirling thoughts and get them on to paper. I often find things are not so out of control when I see them written out. When I am anxious, writing allows me to have a conversation with my ego. My Higher Self is far more loving and through my writing I am able to connect with self love, quieting the chatter of my ego's loud voice. This is a kindly reminder to myself  that my first thought is not always the truth. 

Perhaps you have found stress and anxiety creeping in to your space?  I hope that you too can find useful tools for balancing and centering yourself. My go-to tools for unsettling times are mainly meditation and Reiki. I have incorporated Tapping into my routine and Automatic Writing is now proving to be very helpful when my mind wants to go into anxiety mode. As the quote states in the photo above, I can choose to forgive and let go of my patterns. It is a form of love, to myself and others, when I can be present, mindful, and kind.

Over the last two months of Automatic Writing, I have filled up one journal and the insight I have received is so loving. My guides have reminded me of how filled with love and light we all are. Love and comfort are always within us and can not be taken away. When I do things with love in my heart, my day flows more smoothly. I am reminded how unproductive low vibration emotions like worry and fear really are.  Of course, these thoughts come in to my mind when I am faced with challenges. But, we each have the power to choose a higher vibration emotion in response to our challenges. We are meant to enjoy life and do what fills our heart.

Writing is becoming my favorite means for dealing with stress. My writing invites me to be creative and to put love and light into everything that I do. This inspired writing has reminded me that whether it be cooking myself a meal, going for a walk, talking with a friend, or sharing this newsletter, I can add love to it. In one meditative writing, the words flowed and I found myself guided to write, "We are here to remind you to see the beauty in all things. To run and laugh and enjoy all that life offers. You are never alone. You are of grace and for grace."

In another journal entry I was guided to write, "We come from near and far to remind you of who you really are, so filled with love and so filled with light it really can not be contained. But, you see yourself as small and that is not who you really are at all. Let your light shine. Shine bright, Dear One. Shine bright."

Wow.  What beautiful messages to receive!  I want to share this with you because the messages are universal and can apply to all of us. We are all bright shining lights. We are meant to shine our love and light with ourselves and with each other.   

Today, I directed my question towards my guides and asked, "What can you share with me today?"  This is the response I received:

"Dear One,
You are a being of love. Love surrounds you. Love is you, of you, for you, and because of you. No one and no thing can take love from you. Love can't be changed or altered. It just is. Love has no conditions. Love has no circumstances in which it demands or makes demands on yourself or another. Love does not barter or command. Love has no expectations of you or another. Love is the quiet voice within you. It is the all knowing that wants what is best for you every minute of every day. Love is the good in all things. Love is what you feel when your heart opens and you are understanding of all things in yourself and everyone. Love knows no bounds. It is eternal. It always has been and it always will be. Love is in everyone. We all share a piece of love. Today, share love with yourself and everyone."

I went on and asked a more specific question of my guides. "What words of wisdom and encouragement can I share in my August newsletter?"
 
“Dear bright and shining beings,
You are blessed beings. You are of love and for love. We have so much love for you it is immeasurable. And, you have that much love within yourself. Yes it is true! No one and no thing can take love from you. It is in you, in every cell. Nourish it and feed it with more love. Love is within you, not from something or someone outside. Your peace and joy is within. Go inward when you need resolve, problem-solving, and compassion. Go inward for your answers. Call on love and grace for support. We are The Council and we love you."

I believe we are all channels of higher wisdom. It is the soft, loving voice in your mind that encourages you and expresses love through you. We just need to quiet our minds enough to hear it. We can become so entangled in daily life this guidance can easily go unheard. I hope my sharing here brings joy to your heart and the inspiration to follow your own loving, inner guide. 

I wanted to share this message with you so that you too can connect to the love within you. From your loving perspective, in what ways can you be creative and shine your own love and light? I hope you can make time today to extend love and kindness to yourself and those around you. 

I am grateful

I enjoy the saying on the photo above created and shared by the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training Program: Be encouraged. Light always finds its way, even through the darkness. I have found this quote to be true for me. I have experienced that even on the darkest of days, I have the power to choose how I respond to any given situation. When I work through the darkness and connect with my inner light, I feel at peace. 

During a recent meditation session, I was reminded that I have all of the peace I need within me. Sometimes I find myself expecting someone else or something outside of me to provide me with 'the thing' that will bring me to peace. In my meditative state, another message came to me: I have the power to remove the blocks I have placed in my way that prevent me from reaching the peace I seek. I loved these reminders! It is me that is preventing me from feeling peaceful. It is easy to want to blame a situation or another person for my negative thoughts. We all have free-will, and just as I have chosen to think negatively, I can choose to think positively. 

We are all powerful creators with our thoughts, words, and actions. I have had more than one "Ah-ha" moment when I remember that everything I say to myself or about myself is not necessarily true. I thought maybe someone reading this newsletter could also use this gentle reminder.

I know it isn't always easy to see the positive side of things, but when I come from a place of gratitude, seeing the light within myself becomes easier. When I see the light within me, I can see the light in others. From my attitude of gratitude, I feel more centered and grounded. I become more productive and can be of service to those around me. These behaviors lead to the peace within me.

Years ago a friend of mine gifted me a gratitude journal. There were 365 pages and the journal prompted me to write down five things I was grateful for every day. Some days I wrote in the morning and listed the things that I really appreciated. The ability to see, hear, taste, smell and feel were first on my list. On other days, I wrote in the evening, choosing things that happened during my day. The smile a stranger gave to me as we walked past each other, or a small child waving at me in his excitement. Spending time with family or friends, sharing a meal, and enjoying their laughter were also on my list. All of these things aligned me with gratitude. When I opened my heart, happiness filled me. Today, I continue noting the things I am grateful to have in my life. With gratitude, I can connect with other people and to situations in a joyful way. 

Have you ever kept a gratitude journal? If not, I would like to recommend it.  Practicing gratitude on a daily basis was an enjoyable experience for me. When I received a smile or a wave from someone I didn't know, I wanted to return the gesture. Being in gratitude prompted me to offer strangers a compliment and I engaged in conversations more readily with people I didn't know. Simple gestures can bring happiness our way, and when we share it, it grows. Extending happiness was a way for me to grow and share my own light.

When I really look around, I know many people are in emotional pain. I find there are times when I create worry and upset for myself and my thoughts and feelings can lead me into the darkness. Luckily, I catch myself and know all of the light and love I need is within me. I just need to get out of my own way. As you read this article, I hope you are reminded of the light and love within you too.

What are you grateful for today? What tools do you incorporate into your life to connect you to your inner light? Do you catch yourself when you speak negatively?  How do you correct your thinking so that you can feel more peaceful? Do you notice yourself creating blocks to your happiness? 

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in scheduling a one-on-one Reiki or Meditation session. Check out the Sessions page for more information.

Manifesting for the year

I received this word search puzzle in Mike Dooley’s manifestation workshop and I am sharing it with you, in case you want to play along. What are the first 3 words you see? Expect to manifest a lot more of it in 2022! I believe in the Law Of Attraction and setting my intention for what I would like to experience. Admittedly, there are days when it is hard to focus and my mind wanders with all of the possibilities. Lately, I have been grateful to manifest peaceful days and kind, meaningful relationships.

The first 3 words that I saw within the word search were: Balance, Simplicity, and Connection. I can relate to each of these words and have been thinking how they can assist me in what I want to further create. Balance ~ When balanced, I feel centered, focused, productive, and the world around me seems to flow with ease. To create balance in my life, I like to meditate, journal, and use essential oils. Simplicity ~ I have experienced a lot of change over the last year. I have been playing with letting go of the thought that I need to try to control my life situations. Going with the flow is what I am practicing. Flowing with change brings peace of mind and simplicity leads me to feeling harmonious. Accepting what is can be a powerful tool for experiencing the joy in each day. 

Connection~ This word brought to mind the loving and friendly relationships that I have. I am very grateful to have family and friends that bring enjoyment to my life. I am responsible for my experience, but connection and sharing with others leads me to really appreciate my experiences. Enjoyment shared with others is icing on the cake.

I began to reflect further on connection and my relationships. In visualizing how we are all created equal, I saw myself and everyone I know as a drop of water in the ocean. We are each a part of something beautiful and perfect. In my visual, I saw the ocean waves splashing on the beach and we divided into single droplets. In the division, we forgot our perfection and connection to one another. We began to focus on our individuality and separateness. Some drops began to feel isolated and alone. Then, I shifted from the low vibration thought pattern of separation and loneliness. Instead, I  thought of everyone as part of the ocean filled with their own perfection and love. We are each able to express individually, yet we are all still a part of the perfect love that we share. When we remember the unity we are all a part of, our world expands and flows in ways that bring joy and wonder into life.

After exploring the first 3 words I saw, I completed the full word search. I reflected on all of the words I circled. A handful of words really shined. Love and Passion. Naturally, with love, I think of my family and friends that I care about. I am passionate about everything I create, including this newsletter. Travel and Adventure. I love to travel and hope to do more of it in the future. The last two years have brought challenges to all of us, and I hope a positive, exciting adventure is on the table for everyone.  Laughter was one of the words that brought a smile to my face. Laughter is good medicine and I do enjoy the company of others when sharing jokes and silly stories.

What are you hoping to manifest this year? Did the first three words that you saw resonate with you? Perhaps you can meditate or journal with the words that present themselves to you. I believe we can achieve a rich life experience when we can remove the limiting thoughts that appear and keep us feeling small. I hope today is the first day of the best of your life. May the joy that already resides within you flow freely today and always.

Please feel free to contact me if you would like to schedule a one-on-one Reiki Session. My hope is to assist others in bringing peace and balance in to their own lives.

Guided Meditation Tips

Some questions have come up during our Sunday morning meditation events, and I would like to take the opportunity to address them here.  

For me, Reiki energy is a high vibration, loving, peaceful, and calm energy. When I run the Reiki energy for myself, I create a peaceful place deep within. When I sit in that peace, I can make healthier decisions, and things in the outside world are not as bothersome. 

For me, low vibration thoughts and emotions are anxiety, fear, and worry. The news and social media, which vibrate at those energies, tend to intensify my low vibration feelings. If I try to make a decision or deal with a certain situation when I’m vibrating from fear and anxiety, I tend to make poor choices and don’t find much enjoyment in the world around me. 

When I share Reiki, I remember that I have a choice to radiate from high vibration emotions like love and peace. This remembering is what I hope to share in my guided meditation sessions. I’m hoping that, for those of you who participate, you too can connect with your inner love, peace, and joy. Being in alignment with high vibration emotions may assist you in finding more enjoyment in your day and in making conscious, healthy choices as you navigate our world. 

During the meditations, my intent is to create a peaceful scene that will help you align with the vibration of peace. I like to think of each of our emotions as being on a different channel. We have the personal power to change the channel to the emotion we choose. Admittedly, it is not always easy, especially with what is going on in the world today. But, we have a choice in how we respond to the situations around us. My intent is that on Sunday mornings, we create a peaceful place. Our peace can be carried throughout the day and into our week, and we can then radiate peace and share this high vibration emotion with others. 

During our meditations, I ask that you visualize different scenes.  We usually start with a walk in the forest. I have been asked what it means if you see something different than what I am suggesting you visualize. I believe whatever you see is right for you at that moment.  I believe there is a message in everything we see. If I note to see a forest, but you see a turtle with polka dots, then just sit with your turtle. You can ask yourself what the turtle means, but don’t get caught up in overthinking. If we drop our vibration down into judgment, criticism, or frustration, we can block the higher vibration emotions such as understanding and compassion. 

So, if you see a turtle, perhaps it reminds you of a joyful time as a child. Perhaps a friend of yours had a turtle as a pet, and it brought you happiness. The turtle may simply mean you are reminded to connect with your joyful self. 

During our meditations, I will comment that we see, hear, or smell something. I am trying to connect you with your physical body to keep you focused on your meditation journey. It is perfectly fine if you are not seeing, hearing, or smelling the things I am suggesting. My words are just one way for you to connect with peace, but certainly not the only way. My intent is to share Reiki and bring some balance through our morning meditation. Whatever way you achieve balance will be unique to you. There is no right or wrong way to do the meditation.  Be-ing with whatever you experience and allowing time for yourself can in itself provide a benefit.  

In today’s busy and chaotic world, many people have commented to me that they feel out of balance.  When I see what is happening and hear stories, I see many of us need to work with remembering. When we remember who we really are, our Authentic Self can shine through.  Our Authentic Self is our Divine nature, present in each and every one of us. When we connect with our Authentic Selves, our inner and outer worlds can be seen and felt as beautiful places. 

Check out the ‘Events’ page for further information regarding the Sunday Morning Guided Meditations. Take care. 

Relax your mind

Years ago, I was introduced to meditation as a relaxation technique. A friend gave me a cassette tape with guided exercises to relax the body and mind. My initial thought was, “How will I ever be able to relax my mind?” My mind’s constant chatter was a distraction. But I kept listening and practicing.

Eventually, with practice and determination, I began to quiet my mind’s chatter. I gained confidence with the practice and I began to take meditation classes, in which I learned grounding techniques. I started to find balance within myself.

I found belonging to a class with guided meditations worked well for me. With my teacher’s guidance, I felt able to raise my consciousness higher than when I first began meditating on my own. Now, when I meditate alone, I find it easier to align with unconditional love and remember we are all one. I am left feeling lighter and at ease.

Recently, I listened to a Reiki meditation I have on CD that is intended for problem-solving. The issue I wanted to work with was resentment that I had felt with another’s behavior. I was annoyed because the behavior was not in alignment with my own. I had dropped into judgement and I was causing myself frustration. I allowed my ego to get out of control.

I presented this issue during the meditation, and as I connected with higher wisdom, I was guided and reminded to see this issue in a different light. The message I received was that I was trying to impose my will on the other person. As we humans tend to do, I perceived that I knew a better way to behave. Really, I am only responsible for my own behavior. My purpose is peace and I remembered to extend it to myself and those around me.

The next thing I was reminded of during my meditation was to appreciate being in a physical body. I was shown that I could get more enjoyment from my day, even with the smallest of tasks, if I connected with my senses. If I am writing, I can choose to appreciate the feel of the pen. When I am looking at something, I can choose to appreciate the sight of it. When music plays, I can enjoy the sound of the instruments.

Breaking things down so that I can appreciate even small tasks helps me feel joy instead of frustration. I can choose to be happy in my day, or I can choose to feel annoyed. The lessons I was shown during my meditation were simple, and they reminded me to look at things in a more enjoyable way.

I am now offering Reiki Intention Meditations. An Intention Meditation is a guided meditation that may offer you healing, guidance, and release of unwanted emotions. I lead you through the meditation while sharing Reiki. Feel free to contact me for more information or to schedule an appointment.