Courage

Life on this planet is an adventure—from the moment we’re born until the time we take our last breath. We all experience every emotion possible, and sometimes, we may not even like being in the game of Life. We can be afraid and try to protect ourselves from criticism. We can hide, but then we may miss the wonderful adventure that’s available to us, every day. Today, is a reminder to you to take a chance on doing what you love and to invest in yourself, no matter how afraid you may feel. Everyone is afraid of something, but you can do it anyway. Today, recognize that part of the adventure of Life is going through your fears and coming out on the other side—stronger and even more triumphant. You can’t hide from Life. Life is here for you to live to the fullest. Today, take your courage in your hands and move out into Life. Ask for what you want. Believe that you deserve it, and then allow Life to give it to you. Be sure that you’re willing to receive. Life can’t give to you if your hands are closed. Open your mind, open your heart, and open your arms. Life loves you and only wants to give you the best.

Just for today, I return to the basics of life-forgiveness, courage, gratitude and humor. I am courageous, I am whole. I stand in my power. I have the courage to live my dreams and Life supports me in every possibly way. And so it is.

Surprise!

It is no secret that life is full of surprises when you least expect it.And, while some of us thrive in those conditions, many of us suffer and struggle because we have the need to be in control of everything. However, that need to control everything and feel like you know what is coming next is in reality limiting your life. Today begin to acknowledge that Life is truly about the next surprise and that you have a choice on how your respond and react to those surprises-that is whether you continually suffer and struggle in the face of surprise or whether you welcome and embrace it. Life will surprise you if are open to possibilities, without knowing how things will unfold. While having some expectations can be good to have, being bound by them can limit your life since something better could unfold in your life that you cannot even imagine. Struggle ensues when you expect life to develop in a particular way and suffering results from your resistance to what “IS” happening. That doesn’t mean you are ambivalent or do not care. Rather you are less attached to outcomes, resulting from your passive state of anticipation. Today, just remain open to the possibilities and recognize that in reality life is a series of surprises. Don't be in such a rush to figure everything out. Today embrace Life and allow it to surprise you.

Just for today, I recognize that Life is an exciting surprise. I awaken each morning looking for positive experiences and I find them in the most unexpected places. Change and surprise are evident everywhere I go. I look with delight at all I see. I am willing to see my life in a whole new way. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Lighten up

You experience and create all kinds of different energies that affect how you feel and what you accomplish throughout your day. Some energies are powerful and easily recognizable, while others are more subtle and often only intuitively felt. In some sense, almost everything you experience is energy. Today, begin to take responsibility for the energy and vibration that you experience and that you emit. The things you say, the things you think, the things you do—even the things you don’t do—all produce energy that impacts you and the people around you. When you work on creating more positive energy, you’ll see improvements in your life and you’ll touch more lives than you thought possible. Today, get energized and raise your vibration by simply listening to music, taking a walk, meditating or writing. If you learn to fully appreciate this moment, you will see you have profound power to manifest positive feelings within and to create divinely inspired energy, which will impact everything and everyone around you. Today, recognize your power to create your energy, your vibration and then lighten them up.

Just for today, I feel glorious dynamic energy. I am active and alive. I direct my creative talents towards music, dance, art and writing-anything that brings me pleasure. I am love. I am energy. I am a shining light and I attract everything that is for my highest good into my life. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Divine Timing

The Universe often knows the ideal time to bring something into your life. The problem is that your ego isn’t always privy to this divine timeline and can get frustrated when something takes longer than expected, just as the ego can get scared when something shows up before you feel ready. Today, as you process the changes within and around you, consciously choose to trust that everything happens in divine order and divine timing, even if its not what you or your ego had planned. Today, consciously choose to be patient with yourself, with the people in your life and just go with the flow. Today, know that times of chaos are always followed by order and calm. It is the nature of change. It is the nature of divine timing.

Just for today, I trust the perfection of divine timing and allow my life to unfold as it should. I trust that there is Divine Timing in everything and just because it is not happening now does not mean it never will. I am divinely guided, protected and loved at all times. And everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Love and miracles

Louise Hay said many years ago that one thing that heals every problem is truly loving yourself. She said that when people start to love themselves more each day, it’s amazing how their lives get better. They feel better. Their lives transform. Today, make YOU and your self care your priority. Be gentle with yourself. Be kind to yourself. Be patient with yourself as you learn the new ways of thinking. Treat yourself as if you were someone you really love. Remember that self-hatred is only hating your own thoughts. Don't hate yourself for having the thoughts. Gently change your thoughts. Love yourself today do not wait until your life is your vision of "perfect". Begin today and just do the best you can and watch what happens.

Just for today, I love myself just the way I am. I focus on self care and I am rewarded with a bright outlook. I recognize that love is the great miracle cure and that loving myself will create miracles in my life. I am safe. I am loved and I now welcome miracles into my life. And so it is.

Face your fears

It is a Full Moon in Scorpio and this Full Moon offers you many gifts, which are hidden within you. Scorpio by nature brings hidden truth to light, making it more difficult for you to hide from yourself and your fears. So, this Full Moon can bring you many gifts through first facing your fears. Today, take some time to look within to acknowledge what you are afraid of and whether those fears are keeping you from pursuing your dreams and desires. Once your fears are brought to light, they will have no power over you. Today, be willing to see your shadows so that they can be transformed by the light of your truth.

Just for today, I look within to find my treasures. I am willing to see where and how I need to change. I choose to believe that all my changes are easy to make. I am willing to let go of all fear and doubt and my life becomes simple and easy. And so it is.

Reclaim your power

As we move toward tomorrow's Full Moon in Scorpio you may begin to start to feel it's intensity build. After all Scorpio is the sign known for its intensity. This Full Moon and its energy can help reveal where your power lies and where you are giving it away. Today, as you interact with other, notice where you are not being true with your emotions. This could take the form of pleasing others at your own expense or expending lots of energy ignoring or giving others the silent treatment. Today, being honest and direct is your best course of action. Pay attention because this Full Moon is teaching you how to own your power.

Just for today, I am in charge. I take back my own power. I appreciate all that I do. I speak up for myself. I ask for what I want. I am good enough just as I am. I claim my own power and lovingly create my own reality. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Drama

Drama loves more drama. Pain loves more pain. Negativity loves more negativity. Drama is a part of all of our lives and it comes in many forms. However, it is possible to stop responding to it. The first step is to recognize drama when it is in front of you. If someone is saying one thing and doing another, this is a sign of drama. Do not be fooled. What you see is exactly what it is. Another sign that drama is present is a false sense of urgency, being imprinted on you from another person’s frenzy of charged emotions. If something is not life threatening and you are told it needs to be done right now and you feel a sense of fear, chances are, drama is in front of you. Once you practice recognizing drama, you will better equipped to not respond to it, which in turn, allows drama to dissolve and to be stopped in its tracks. Not responding to drama is a practice. Not responding to drama means silence. It means not asking questions that take you deeper into the scenario. It means not agreeing or disagreeing, either with words or body language. Not responding means neutrality and not lending energy to the person or situation. This is a challenging practice and it may feel uncomfortable.

Today begin to recognize that the most powerful thing you can do to remove drama from your life is to sit with the discomfort of not responding. By not lending energy to something you do not want, you immediately create a closer connection to what you do want. Today, if you want less drama in your life, drop your drama at the door. If you want more peace, be more peaceful. And remember…don’t respond to drama and drama won’t come back around anymore.

Just for today, I release all drama from my life and I now get energy from the peace within me. I say 'out" to every negative thought comes to my mind. No person, place or thing has any power over me for I am the only thinker in my mind. I create my own reality and everyone in it. I live a simple life with very little drama. I am safe and everything in my life works now and forevermore. And so it is.

Balance

Honoring your needs while balancing the needs of others can be a challenging dance. And if you are an empath, you may find yourself giving more than you receive. You may even think that being a nice, kind, generous person always means people would treat you the same way in return. However, we all know that isn't always the case. Today, the Universe wants to teach you to be more generous with yourself and to learn to treat yourself with as much respect and care as you do others.Today set your intentions to balance giving and receiving. Even if you natural tendencies are to feel guilty or not worthy of receiving, you just might find that becoming a good receiver as well as a good giver can bring unexpected gifts and can leave everyone feeling abundant and blessed.

Just for today, I am a balance of giving and receiving, of being and doing, of intention and conscious action. I am safe in all my relationships. I give and receive lots of love. I am worthy of all that is good in life and I accept it now. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Embrace your femininity

Everyone has feminine and masculine qualities that define who they are. Your masculine side gets expressed when you're working toward a goal, making progress, getting things done, and pushing forward. Your feminine side gets expressed when you move with the flow of life, embrace your creative energy, dance and play. In this day and age of multitasking, it is easy to lose touch with your feminine side, since your masculine side mistakenly seems to be so powerful and get things done. But, it also can leave you feeling burned out, overworked, fragmented, and exhausted. Today, embrace you feminine side and allow its energy to restore, inspire, and enliven you.

Just for today, the masculine and feminine parts of me are in perfect balance and harmony. I know that it is healing to show my emotions and it is safe for me to be vulnerable. I am divinely protect, guided and loved. And, everything always is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Patience

You can change your future by rewriting your past. We all have our stories about our past. Today take a look at how you show up in your personal stories. Do you beat yourself up for not being perfect? Do you judge yourself or others too harshly? Or are you always the victim to life circumstances? Today, set your intentions to let go of any judgements or hard feelings toward to your past. In doing so you will create a more joyous future. You are moving forward into a new phase of your life-be patient with yourself in this present moment, it is creating your future.

Just for today, I have the patience to be kind to myself as I discover the truth of who I am. I no longer judge or criticize myself. I know that I am doing the best I can in any given moment. I am at peace with the process of Life and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Begin anew

Today is a day of new beginnings! A day that offers you a new lease on life, a new perspective and a renewed sense of purpose. After an emotionally charged week filled with insights, which resulted from great challenges, you are being offered an opportunity to begin again with more insight and greater purpose. From great struggle, suffering and challenges come great awakenings and opportunities to take a look at your life in a whole new way. Today offers you an opportunity to look at what you have been doing that hasn't been working in your life and to make certain that, you begin to respond differently! Today, allow yourself to begin anew.

Just for today, I recognize that this is a new day, one that I have never seen before. I stay in the now and enjoy each and every moment. I know that yesterday is over and done and that today is the first day of my future. I begin anew and claim and create all that is good. And so it is.