This too shall pass

“However long the night, the dawn will break.” It seems as if we are all walking around feeling helpless, fearful and wondering what comes next. All that wondering, worrying and creating imaginary scenarios are making our lives harder and much more terrifying than they currently need to be. Today, set your intentions to remember throughout the entire day that this too shall pass-use it as your mantra. Today, instead of focusing on the illusions that you have created out of your fear, consciously distract yourself by actively engaging in other areas of your life-clean your house, take a walk or set some new goals during this time of quarantines. Today, instead of focusing on how terrified you are of the unknown or what will happen, remember how you overcame similar challenges and obstacles in your past. When faced with much unknown, most of us forget that we have overcome similar struggles in the past. Today think about your victories in the past instead of creating monsters and worst case scenarios that may never exist in your future. And finally, remember all the good things in your life that still exists. Do not let the darkness blind you from seeing the stars. It is human nature to get caught up with the things that we have no control over and look somewhat bleak. However, there is so much good that still exists in our lives, if we choose to focus on it. So today, be grateful for the good that still exists in your life. It has been said that a grateful heart is a magnet for abundance and miracles. No matter how terrible life may seem today and for the foreseeable future, there are always good things if we keep our eyes open for them. Today, you have the power to see the good, to learn the lessons and to cherish this day for it is the only one we are ever promised. Today, be the master of your mind; choose to be grateful and know that this too shall pass.

Just for today, I recognize that I am not a victim of my thoughts but rather a master of my mind. I awaken appreciating everything good in sight and I give thanks for them all. I do not fix my problems. I fix my thinking and my problems fix themselves. I move through Life knowing that I am always divinely guided, protected and loved. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Stay present

When you are present and grounded you can handle anything. When you are panicked and frightened, it can be challenging to make clear and focused decisions for your life. Today, set your intentions to remain present. Today recognize that the best way to move through this time of great uncertainty with grace is to stay in the present moment. No matter what is happening in the world around you, as long as you stay present, you will continue to be divinely guided for your highest good. You have a lot more assistance that you realize and that guidance is always available to you when you live in this present moment.

Just for today, I release the past pain and worries of the future. I now turn my full attention to this present moment. The past is over and done and cannot be changed. This is the only moment I can experience. I practice forgiveness daily so that I can move out of the past and into this present moment. I recognize that my point of power is always in the present moment. I am safe. It is only change. And everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Gratitude

The struggle ends when the gratitude begins. Every day we all have so much to be grateful for. But, when something knocks us off course or things don't go our way, it can be easy to forget just how many amazing things there are in our lives to be grateful for, even just in one single day. It’s as if a setback erases our memories of all the good things and it feels like nothing has ever gone right for us. Today, would be a good day to begin to practice gratitude by starting a gratitude diary. Like everything else in our lives that we want to master, developing an attitude of gratitude takes daily practice. It has been said, that “Gratitude is not the result of things that happen to us; it is an attitude we cultivate by practice.” So today, begin to practice gratitude-look for things to be grateful for and take a moment to write them down. Choose to be grateful for your challenges, for the things that didn't work out and for all your blessings. And, when you choose to be grateful for the opportunities that come to you as a result of seemingly bad occurrences, then you are a master of gratitude and you will be on your way to a happy life! Today, choose to be grateful!

Just for today, I express gratitude for all the good in my life. The more gratitude that I feel the more I aware I am that the supply is endless. I am grateful for every experience that I have every had for they have shaped me into who I am right now and that is exactly who I am supposed to be. I begin and end each day in gratitude and joy. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Surrender!

Surrender! Surrender literally means to stop fighting. Stop fighting with yourself. Stop fighting the universe and the natural flow of things. Stop resisting and pushing against reality. And, surrender is the complete acceptance of what is and then accepting that all is well, even without your input. Today, you and I would be best served to surrender and stop trying to control everything, stop trying to keep everything the way it was or the way you "thought" it should be. Today, surrender and choose to believe that you live in a friendly universe. Choose to let go of your need to control and recognize that you in reality were never in control. Today choose to surrender, choose to be at peace with the process of Life.

Just for today, I surrender to what is. I let go of what was and I have faith in what will be. I feel safe in the rhythm and flow of my every changing Life. I move through Life, knowing that I am divinely protected, guided and loved. I am safe. It is only change. And everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Peace begins inside of you

Our world is waking up to some much needed healing. Amidst all the chaos and confusion, there is much hope and healing, even if it is currently being masked by our collective suffering. In reality, our suffering is simply highlighting how we all need to shift our consciousness to experience the beauty of all life-not just what we like, control or what feels good to us. And, we are collectively learning how to value self care, simplicity and how to live with less so that we can be kinder to one another and to the Earth. Today, make time to reflect on how you can find peace amidst the panic and to simplify your life so you can experience more joy by doing less and having less.

Just for today, I recognize that peace begins within me. The more peaceful I am inside, the more peace I have to share with others. I am in harmony with all people, places and things that surround me. I am safe. I am loved, divinely guided and protected. And, out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Fear alert

We are living in a time of immense change, positive change and while we are in the transition, you may be feeling rather uncomfortable and perhaps frightened. And although things may feel really crazy right now it is important that you make time to relax and rejuvenate your body and your soul. Today, make sure you remember to breathe. Eat well, get enough rest and find ways to ground yourself. It is your responsibility to take care of yourself so that your immunity will be able to handle anything that life throws at you. If you are making excuses why you don't have the time for self care, today would be a good day to let go of the belief that everyone and everything is more important than your well being. In fact, let go of everything that is no longer serving you-everything and everyone. It is time you say enough is enough and let go of everything that is draining you and everything that takes from you and yet never gives back. It is ultimately up to you to turn your fear into power-the power to change your life.

Just for today, I let go of all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. I recognize that stress is only fear. I now release all destructive fears and doubts. I accept myself exactly as I am and create peace in my mind and my heart. I am loved. I am safe and in truth, everything always is working out for my highest good. And so it is

Self Care Day

Sometimes, when you're stressed out and running around taking care of everybody else, the healthiest thing you can do is to stop and consider how you can take care of yourself. While this seems obvious to some people, many of us struggle with the idea of putting ourselves first. We were raised to think we should always put others before ourselves and ignore our own needs—that it is somehow arrogant or self-centered, and not a nice thing to do. Today, is the day the you and I begin to restore harmony into our lives after the upheaval and unrest that the retrograde energy created for all of us. Today, consciously begin to understand that rescuing and taking care of others needs before your own does not make you a hero but rather a martyr and a victim. Today, instead of spending every waking hour thinking about that another person and forgetting yourself, focus on yourself and your needs. Today begin to recognize your worth and when you recognize your own worth, you'll realize that you are so deserving of your own care and love. When you are confident in your love for yourself and treat yourself as if you are worthy, then that is what you will attract back. Today set your intentions to make self care your priority. Today, know you are worthy. Today, be there for others, but never leave yourself behind.”

Just for today, I am willing to release the need to feel unworthy. I am worthy of the very best in Life and I now lovingly allow myself to accept it. Nourishing myself is a joyful experience. I am worth the time spent healing myself. I choose to feel good about myself. I am worthy of my own love. I am safe, divinely guided, protected and loved. And, all is truly well in

It is time for a clean break!

Buddha once said that "overthinking is the biggest cause of unhappiness" and today it is time for you to recognize that all your over thinking is in actuality creating more stress and problems, not making anything better. In fact, all your planning, scheming and over thinking are creating problems that aren't even there. So, if you have been making yourself crazy by going back and forth about a decision, "should I or shouldn't I?" especially as it pertains to LEAVING a situation, today you are being reminded now not to overthink things. The only way to set yourself free is to make a clean break. In doing so, you will make room for all the marvelous opportunities coming your way. Today, set your intentions to let go and clear out any physical and energetic debris. By doing so you can prepare your spiritual "garden" for a prosperous spring. Today, don’t worry about the perfection of your decisions. Be swift to move forward, even if it is in the wrong direction. Boldness is respectable; carefulness has never changed the world and your over thinking is getting you nowhere!

Just for today, I recognize that it is my mind that creates my reality and that I am unlimited in my ability to create the good in my Life. I let go of all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. I am willing to let go of my need to struggle and suffer. I am willing to let go of all people, places and things that no longer serve any purpose in my life. I am willing to stop making excuses for people, places things in my life. I let go of them because they serve no purpose in my life. I let go and I am free to create the life I desire without drama or suffering. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

You are more important that you think!

Hallelujah, Mercury goes direct today! And, although a retrograde only lasts for three weeks, this one felt like three years. It was a soul-searching time and yet the quest is not quite over. The next three weeks is the Mercury retrograde shadow integration period. This is the time for you to actually put into practice what you have learned about yourself the past six weeks. Today, by the light of the Super Full Moon, begin to say YES to you and to make your well being your priority. Allow yourself some time and space to process all your lessons and let go of what no longer benefits your well being, even if your ego makes lots of excuses why you need to remain attached. Today, begin to recognize that what you do in this world makes a difference and that you are so much more important than you think. Today, learn lessons and shine your beautiful light.

Just for today, I am willing to learn something new every day. The more I learn, the more grow. When I make a mistake, I know it is all part of the learning process. I deserve the best and I accept it now. All my needs and desires are met before I even ask. I am a radiant being enjoying Life to the fullest. I am safe. I am loved and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Super Full Moon in Virgo

We have a Super Full Moon in Virgo. Super Moons fall close to Earth, allowing you and I to feel its effects more profoundly than a "normal" Full Moon. And, this Super Full Moon is going to shine a light on things that have felt foggy or unclear and have stopped us individually and collectively from moving forward out of our old paradigms. This Virgo Moon is a seeker of truth and can guide you to come to new realizations, heal old wounds, and have new awakenings. It can help you to come into your own strength and inner wisdom. And, it can help understand that you have the power to heal yourself, others and the planet. Today, it is time for you to enter a new cycle, but before you can step onto this new path that is opening for you, you must accept where you are in this present moment. You have to radically accept your past, your pain, your grief, your mistakes, your triumphs, your family, and your story. You must accept it all so that you can move forward. This Full Moon is clearing a path, it is shining a light, and if you want to take a step forward, you first must accept where you are and where you have been so that you can let go of what no longer serves you with love and finally move forward. All your experiences, no matter how painful or tragic, or wonderful, or beautiful, are here to help you grow. The more challenging the experience, the more growth you can achieve. Today recognize that are powerful; you are intuitive and then allow yourself to tune into the energies of this Super Full Moon. Allow yourself to accept your past, to heal your old wounds and to move forward with love in your heart.

Just for today, I recognize that I have come to this planet to learn to love myself more and to share that love with others. I lovingly forgive and release the past. I lovingly forgive myself for everything, knowing that I am always living the best way I know how. I accept my own power now and lovingly create my own reality. I am willing to let go of all that no longer serves any purpose in my life. I am safe. It is only change and Life supports me in every possible way. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Deep thoughts

Tomorrow is a Super Full Moon and there is a good chance that you are feeling its energy already! And, the energy of this Full Moon is asking us to to dive deep within ourselves so that we can ponder everything in our lives. Full Moons are always a good time to tune into your intuition, your inner knowing to discern what you truly need to let go of so that you can make room for new people, places, things, ideas and beliefs; so that you can move forward. Today would be the perfect time to make some time and space to listen to your intuition. Your intuitive voice is a powerful one, but it needs a quiet, calm, reflective space to make itself heard. Today, listen to what your heart and soul are telling you. Your intuition wants to guide and support you. And, it is always on your side. Today give it the space to be heard.

Just for today, I trust my intuition. I am willing to listen to the small still voice inside of me. My intuition is always on my side. I allow myself to be quiet and still and I am amazed what I discover, Life is just waiting to share its secrets with me. I trust that all that I ever need to know will be revealed to me at the perfect time, in the perfect way. Life supports me in every possible way and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

The power of NO

For many of us, "yes" has become our mantra. We say yes for many reasons-we want to helpful, kind, and thoughtful. We want to be there when people need us and we don't want to let them down, disappoint or displease them. Unsurprisingly, people always assume that we will drop everything to help them or do what they want us to do. And over time, they become used to us giving up our time for them and putting their needs and wants before our own. Today, is the day that you begin to say NO, when you mean NO. Today, you begin to stop worrying about other people’s reactions and feelings. Today, stop creating a bunch of imaginary negative scenarios that you think will happen from you telling someone no-the world will not crumble if you tell someone no, no matter what guilt trip the person you said no to tries to put upon you. Today, recognize that saying no is a really positive thing. You don’t say no to purposely hurt others; you say no to protect yourself from people and situations that can hurt you. And, when you say no to draining people and situations, you open up the space for positive energy and relationships to enter your life. Your no creates the necessary boundaries that give you time for yourself, time to focus on your self-care and interests and what matters most to you. Your no protects your personal power in your relationships. Your no allows you to say yes to things that are important to you. And, when you are self-empowered you know you are enough, you know you are worthy enough to say no because your needs are just as important. You know you don’t need to exhaust yourself doing everything for everyone else in order to be liked and valued.Today, say no, when you mean no and in doing so, you will be saying yes to you.

Just for today, I nourish myself by saying no when I mean no and yes when I mean yes. I know what I want and I do not have to apologize for it. No person, place or things has any power over me for I am the only thinker in my mind. I create my reality and everyone in it. I am beautiful and everyone loves me. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

"Nothing others do is because of you"

One of The Four Agreements is that “Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering,” And, today the Universe is asking us all to consciously stop taking things personally, which will ultimately limit the drama we experience in our lives. Taking things personally is emotionally draining. And when you take things personally, you end up giving some people more power over you than they should ever be allowed to have. Not taking things personally however, gives you more control over how you respond, over your emotions and your energy level. Not taking things personally brings with it a state of calm, no outside influence can take away. Today, set your intentions to consciously stop taking things personally. Remember, other people's reactions to you has nothing to do with you but everything to do with them. You know your truth. Today, stop giving away your power. Don’t fall into the downward spiral of the victim trap. Instead, look for the lessons in every situation and love yourself no matter what. Today, stop looking for outside validation and live a life totally on your own terms. Today, reclaim your power and stop taking things personally.

Just for today, I choose to feel good about myself no matter what other people say, do or think. I recognize that I am not a victim of my thoughts but a master of my mind. It does not matter what other people say or do. What does matter is how I choose to react and what I choose to believe about myself. I do not fix my problems. I fix my thinking and my problems fix themselves. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.