November 28, 2016

                                                ORDER FROM CHAOS

The election is now over.  It has been a year of madness, bitterness, and chaotic behavior.  All these manifestations are in divine order and the winner is now imbued with restoring order from the shambles of chaos. This also is in divine order.

We cannot escape the order of the divine. Sometimes we get frustrated and cannot fathom why inappropriate behavior is tolerated. But if we peel back the curtain and take a look at past history, we realize that the drama we have created must be played out until the final curtain. Only then can we begin to reshape our orderly creation.

There were times during this election cycle that we wonder whether we were temporarily insane. Neighbors, friends, and families turned against each other because each side was hearing what they wanted to hear. If the pronouncements on the campaign trail are to be believed then we are in for a period of intense density. But we as light givers are here to effect an orderly transformation of darkness to light. We all have to utilize our creative energy of love, light, healing and compassion to make order out of the chaos.

The year 2016, in numerology, represents #9 (2+0+1+6) which signifies the end or a completion.  It also represents emotional energy – witness the chaos that we saw in this election cycle. It is also a time for embracing the bigger picture. The #9 is a reminder that we can no longer look through the lens of our own local scale but through the prism of the global stage. We are all interconnected.

We are at the pivotal stage of emerging from darkness and into the light. We are now called more than ever to embrace the light and shine forth our gifts for the betterment and the elevation of mother earth: one of the essential ingredients for a higher vibration of planet earth.

By sending light we can dispel the darkness that lurks on the horizon. We can send love to the nation to counteract the negativity and we can send healing to the wounded spirits and, above all, we can have compassion for what we have manifested.  Everything is in divine order.

November 11, 2011                                          

                                                          FAITH

What is FAITH?
“... Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen,” Hebrews 11:1, King James Version (KJV). Faith is the belief, against all odds, that there is a good solution to everything. We exercise a high level of faith daily. From the unfettered knowledge that the sun will rise in the East and set in the West, to believing that the moon will appear on the horizon somewhere in the world without any effort. Faith is the hope that the God we pray to will hear and acknowledge our petitions and the trust we place in the Higher Power that everything will eventually right itself.

We are reminded of our faith when we use our creative ability and the inspirational flow from our Higher Self to shape and form a new paradigm to move forward. When we exercise faith in recognizing the creator’s voice to manifest our desires, we can assure ourselves that faith is at work and we can remove ourselves from situations that no longer serve us. Sometimes, this is not as easy as it sounds—especially if what we want does not manifest in the time we expect and we become disenchanted, disillusioned and unhappy.

But as co-creators of our world, we get to have the faith that the words we pronounce with our mouth have been heard, and the assurance that it will manifest itself in due time. Because of our faith, we know that it will be delivered, maybe not in the manner we thought, but at the exact way it is supposed to be.

The universe has big plans for us, and they are plans that our soul agreed to execute before we were born. All that is required is for us to stay strong and be faithful with our quest. Leave the details to the universe and everything will unfold even better than you could have wished. Our faith will then be manifested as we enjoy the abundance that is our birthright.

Faith opens the doors of love, peace, happiness, healing, and compassion for us and for all humanity. So let’s exercise our faith to break down the barriers and/or chains that prevent us from gaining access to the endless possibilities of wealth, abundance, prosperity, spirituality, compassion, peace, and love and exercise the faith that will bring us all of the above.

November 1, 2016                                                    

                                                            THE TIMES ARE CHANGING

The times are changing around us and we have to change with the times. This is essential to human evolution.  We shed the old and embrace the new. In this new paradigm we bring compassion, unconditional love, and illumination to the darkness. As Alfred Lord Tennyson said in his famous Morte d’Arthur: “The old order changeth yielding place to new…” So we must yield and accept the new because change is inevitable for our continued enlightenment.

As we look around the world, we are surrounded by wars, greed, hatred, corruption, etc., and we are frightened about the awesomeness of the new day that awaits us. We refuse to let go and embrace the change that is upon us.  We are so entrenched in the stability of the old order that we invent obstacles and place barriers to resist taking the necessary steps to evolve—all to the detriment of our souls. One of the reasons many civilizations fell was their resistance to change. Sometimes it was forced upon them resulting in wars; many carried on for years, and in the end, change did take place. More often or not the only choice left was revolution.

We are willing to make wars, subjugate populations to inhuman treatment rather than embrace the changes necessary for our evolution. We hold unto power as a mantle, unaware that power is transitory. As the power gradually slips away from us we become more fearful and tighten the reigns and create more havoc. When we fail to make the inevitable changes, we become stagnated and isolated--living in days of old that no longer serve us. Man-made power is temporary. The Creator’s power is permanent.

At each major step of the human evolution we were faced with major catastrophes.  We shifted our thinking and allowed the change to take place. And we continued to evolve. In the times when change was trust upon us, we faced the challenge and emerged a better race of people. Time and time again we have withstood the subtle and not-so-subtle forces of change and our evolution continued. We have come a long way from the dark ages and are now moving into the age of enlightenment, love, healing, light, and compassion.

We get to accept the changing of the guards. The old guards get to make way for the new.

In order to embrace this change, we get to examine our belief system, and how well that belief has served us. We get to take a good look at our lives physically and spiritually, declutter and remove the things that are no longer useful to us. We can now manifest peace, abundance, unconditional love, wellness, healing, joy and compassion to fill those empty spaces that we have created. We all are called upon to make the changes necessary to evolve for the greater good of humanity and our planet. That is our life mission on this planet.

When we allow the energy of change that the Creator sends to us we are transformed like the butterfly, and are free from angst, bigotry, hatred and all the negative traits that never served our greater good. We now look through life from the lens of love. We see the reflection of ourselves in our neighbors: perfect, whole and healthy because that is who we are. We aspire to become our brother/sister’s keeper. We selflessly stretch forth a helping hand to those in need. We become a community of helpers and/or doers for each other. We never ask for anything in return because the circle of life and love is unending allowing us to reap what we have sown: unconditional love, healing, light, and compassion.

This is not an easy task to accomplish. It takes constant work, but for the sake of our soul’s evolution, we get to make the change within ourselves to enact the changes on planet earth—through prayer in action. 

October 25, 2016                                                       

                                                            ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE

I am on the last leg of my Transformational Life Coaching Journey and October 9, 2016 was an emotional day for me. It was the graduation ceremony and there were 13 students in the class. I thought of the number’s significance. In numerology, the number 13 equates to 4 (1+3) and the energy of the 4 is to ground. The energy of 4 is form and foundation for plans, dreams, and ideas. It also builds, endures, and preserves our accomplishment. As we ground ourselves we become unshakeable in our manifestation.

As our teacher, Richard Seaman, succinctly pointed out we are a tribe. As he was imploring us to go into the world to shine our lights, magnify the gifts that have been given to us, and make a difference, I envisioned a tribe of thirteen Way Showers.

As I listened to his words extolling our greatness and challenging us, in his stern, yet loving way, to stand in our integrity in whatever we do, create what is good and wholesome from the core of our being, I am reminded of Matthew 19:26: “With God all things are possible” (The King James Version). I quote this scripture because it was vital for all of us to come together as a group. This was no accident, it was divinely ordered. The energy was palpable and I thank Spirit with love and gratitude to be a part of this awakening.

My journey in this class did not start with enthusiasm.  I was led by Spirit to further my education. I began questioning the “whys” as I am wont to do when confronted with change.  I thought, I already have my niche why should I seek another tool. I obeyed Spirit’s instructions stubbornly, and went to SWIHA, the place to go to forward your quest.

I recently became a Reiki Master. But my healing practice was not doing great. Those I had were repeat customers. I was not starving and with few financial obligations I was quite content. I did not aggressively seek clients. In order to keep myself in tune with the flow of energy I would volunteer my services once a month at SWIHA as an Energy Worker and wherever I was called. And that was fine with me, or so I thought.

During my coaching class we did an exercise called “in the box” where the premise was to get out of the box. At this junction, I was beginning to warm up to the possibilities of the program.  And during that exercise I realized I had put myself in a box, and I was no longer comfortable within those four walls.  I had my “Ah-ha” moment when it was my turn to get out. This was driven home when my classmate coach, Victoria, said to me that my tool was with me in the box. I looked at her askance and Vicky pointedly told me that I have the “knowing” within me to get out.

And as we stood in that circle of energy listening to each other declaring our intentions, I realized that all things are truly possible. We can be a beacon of change within ourselves and our community, one day at a time. We can move this energy of love, light and compassion forward and upward and welcome everyone to enter this great energy circle. As we stepped back from the center of the circle we beckoned and embraced those who are making their journey to enter and expand the circle of peace and love.

I am grateful for the energy of my fellow travelers who allowed me to see that there is not just one gift the Creator has given us but a multitude of gifts.  And as we carve out our niche, we are better able to serve humanity with love, compassion, and gratitude.  Thank you my Way Shower instructors, Richard, Loree, and Natalie for being there when we most needed you. Congratulations my spiritual travelers, the journey is not over. We have only tasted the appetizers. Now, let’s move onward to the main course. Believe in magic and be magical in our continued transformation.

Namaste! 

                                                A LETTER TO MY INNER CHILD

My dearest inner child, I am writing you this letter to remind you of how much love I have for you. You have been my bulwark of strength throughout my entire life. I never realized how much I have missed your laughter, your sunny disposition, the smile you bring to every situation whether negative or positive. 

I remember how you used to sing, sometimes deliberately off-key; you had the voice of a nightingale. I remember how you loved to play in the dirt. I watched you dance in the rain with outstretched arms in total abandonment as the water cascaded down your face.  I watched as you held your face up to the heavens and enjoyed the raindrops dancing on your face.  How I long for those days when we were carefree and in love with life. We laughed at everything – nothing was sacrosanct –there was life in everything around us and we could see the beauty, the love and the perfection in everything around us. Yes, I am doing the work to transform myself. And in my transformation, I find myself reminiscing a lot and yearning for those memorable and fun-filled days. But life happens for the reasons I did not yet know.

I am sorry for the physical, spiritual, mental and emotional pain, and abuse we both suffered. You retreated in your corner and I shut down–excluding you in the very moment that I needed you by my side. When I think of the horrors that we have been through and the daily pain that we endured and how we numbed ourselves in order to survive, I apologize with all my heart and soul. I am deeply sorry that I was not there to protect you. Please forgive me. Yet I am grateful for the journey and the lessons learned. While I thought I was alone during those times, I know now that I was not. I know now that you have been by my side, encouraging us to overcome.

While I thought we were separated due to suffering, I realize that the suffering I endured was my illusion. I am here today to tell you that I will no longer let us be separated because of life’s circumstances. I am dedicated to reunite and rekindle the connectedness that we once had.  I love you with every fiber of my being. It has been a very painful journey that I chose to take, one that I decided would help me grow. But now, we will journey together to dismantle, piece by piece, all the excess load that no longer serve our divine purpose. 

I love and admire your stamina because you did not curl up and die. You retreated into a caterpillar’s cocoon waiting for the day that I would transform into the lovely and beautiful butterfly that is you. I want to be with you when we fly among the trees, spreading our wings far and wide, enjoying the gentle breeze that lifts our spirit to reach the heavens.

I want us to soar once again as the eagle on the mountain top. I want to see our wings flapping in the wind as we ascend to greater heights. I want to hear your beautiful voice singing so gloriously that I am filled with joy and love. I want to see your wings casting shadows under the moonlight and rising up to the sun to embrace its warmth. Yes, all these things I want for both of us because we deserve them. And I know that now.

                                                            

                                                            BE STILL MY SOUL

As I ponder the title of this blog I am reminded of the hymn: “Be Still My Soul for God is Near” by author William Dalrymple Maclagan. How often are we really still so we can hear the messages from our souls? I know there are times when I pray that I am not fully in the present while I talk to the Creator. And sometimes during meditation as I listen to the Creator, I wander off at a pivotal point. Even though I typically bring myself back to the moment, I miss the opportunity of hearing that small voice that gives praise, love, healing, compassion, forgiveness, and instructions.

Be Still. Embrace the gentle wind that flows around and through us caressing our bodies with love and healing. Look upon the moon and stars that shine so brightly on a dark night, and garner the wisdom of their presence. Let their heavenly beams brighten our pathway and guide us to a better understanding of ourselves. Listen to the angels sending messages of joy, awakening, peace, abundance and prosperity. Hear the message of hope and love that they bring to us. Let the sound of victory manifest within our being. Bask in the warm glow of the sun as it sends healing to our body. Send appreciation and gratitude for its radiance and vitamins we freely receive.

Be still and give thanks to the Creator for our blessings. Acknowledge the farmers and their workers who daily toil to bring food to our table. Give thanks to the sun for sending warmth to germinate the seeds, mother earth for her gentle nurturing and the heavens for the rain that water and help the crops mature. Welcome the sweet smell of the blossoms of the fruit trees and be intoxicated with their aromas. Enjoy the amazing fruits and relish their sweetness. Be in wonderment that such nourishment springs from those small blossoms, and give thanks.

Be still and walk barefoot in nature’s soil or grass and absorb her healing and grounding powers. When you hug the tree listen to its wisdom because it has a story to tell. Be in awe of the greatness of the small, medium and large trees that loom on our horizon. Reflect on the transformation of the butterfly from a caterpillar so we too can transform ourselves.

Be still and acknowledge the creation of mother earth’s kaleidoscope of flowers, and be thankful for the birds and bees that pollinate her flowers. Look at the array of beautiful cacti that line the desert. Marvel that some of those cacti give life-sustaining food to the desert travelers and welcome the majesty of their blooming plumages. Be enthralled to the music of the chirping birds as they flit from trees to trees singing their songs of praise.  Watch the mother hens and their chicks, the female birds and their young ones, the animals with their newborns. Watch how they nourish, nurture, cherish and protect their young. They all offer such wonderful lessons for humanity.

Be still and listen to your inner child who aches for the love, compassion, joy, friendship, kinship and all that were absent from our lives when we were young. Send love and compassion to him/her for you are a reflection of that child. Pour your heart out to your inner child of all the pain, disappointment, abuse, that you have experienced and encountered. Know that the angels are with you at this moment of releasing and the Creator is now holding you in His loving arms, cradling, rocking, and surrounding you with unconditional love. Be aware that you are loved beyond your wildest imagination. Enjoy this state of bliss which will be embedded forever in your psyche.

Be still and know that all is not lost in this topsy-turvy world. Be open and receptive to this message. Become inspired to be a creative warrior for justice, peace and goodwill. Listen to the beat of your heart; hear the messages of hope, love, healing, forgiveness, and compassion. Embrace this stillness, for in these moments of stillness we can hear and listen to the voice of our Creator and we can begin to co-create a better today and all our tomorrows.

                                                            THE BUDDHA IN YOU

Thousands of years ago a wise man said: Look within, thou art the Buddha. Now take a good look in the mirror. What do you see but a reflection of yourself, the Buddha within?  We are all Buddhas destined to cause a human revolution within our lives and the world. When we live our lives to our highest potential displaying, love, compassion, gratitude, mercy and obedience, we are living the Buddha’s life.  In whatever form of Buddhism we practice when we act and live the tenets of these teachings we are emanating our Buddhahood.

According to the teaching of Nichiren Buddhism when we chant Nam-myoho-rengo-kyo ("I devote myself to the mystic law of cause and effect through sound," we are changing our inner self and this change is reflected in how we are seen by others. When we change people around us change.

We are in a pivotal stage of our evolution and our purpose is to reflect the Godlike qualities within us: to love unconditionally, illuminate the world with healing and compassion and raise each other’s vibration to the highest and greatest good of humanity. Let our Buddha nature surface and give humanity the infusion of light and love that we all need from time to time. When we do this on a daily basis, we are raising our own vibration as well as planet earth. Today is the day we start this chain reaction in elevating our thoughts in accelerating our vibrational power and ascendency.