New Beginnings

It is time for new opportunities and new beginnings. You and I are entering a period of great transition, internal transformations, spiritual breakthroughs, healing, love, blessings, new ideas, the closing of painful chapters and the opening up of new doors. Today, allow yourself to receive all the new beginnings that await you. Claim them, be willing to receive and have faith that new unimaginably good things are coming to you now that you have let go of the old.

Just for today, I open new doors to life. I celebrate what I have but know that fresh experiences are always ahead of me. I keep in mind that when one door closes another one always opens. I greet the new with open arms. I trust Life to be wonderful. I am safe. It is only change and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

New Moon in Scorpio

We have a New Moon in Scorpio! Scorpio is the sign of birth, death and rebirth. It is presence at the end of autumn when the trees are letting go of their leaves, reminding us of the regenerative power of nature-that after the long cold winter, there will always be spring. It is a reminder that after all your struggling, hardship, pain, suffering and death to your old ways and to your old self, there will be a new, beautiful abundant life just waiting to happen. Today, before you set your new moon intentions, take some time to grieve for all you have lost and let go of. Remind yourself that you even though you have let go of and lost so much, you in reality have created the space that you will need in order to create a new life and to finally thrive. Today, let go and know that like a phoenix rising from the flames, you, too, will rise again.

Just for today, I surrender to what is. I let go of what was and I have faith in what will be. I lovingly forgive and release of the past. I am now free to create the life I desire. I am safe, divinely guided and protected. Out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Mars goes direct!!

Mars, the planet of action and motivation, has been retrograde for the last nine weeks. Mars enters retrograde motion approximately every two years, so when it happens we tend to feel it strongly. Whenever a planet goes retrograde, its energy expresses itself in a more internal way rather than an external way, almost like the energy of the planet is filtering through us on the deepest layers. And, whatever inner work Mars has been doing is going to be revealed now that the planet has gone direct, and it is likely that you will be able to take this new information and use it to push forward in your life. 2020 has brought many changes into all of our lives, but Mars going direct will bring a new wave of energy and a burst of inspiration. After months of being held back, we are finally going to feel supported to move forward and take the actions we have wanted to make. New inspirations may find you, and you may even find that projects you started back earlier this year receive a new life or a new burst of energy. If you have been working on something and struggling to get it off the ground, you may find that Mars turning direct motivates you to get things moving. Today, consciously begin to look for new inspirations and open your mind to think about things differently. By making some changes and tuning into the lessons of Mars retrograde, you will be able to get your life moving forward with more speed and ease. When Mars retrograde comes along, we are reminded that our actions have consequences, and at any time, we can choose to take a different path and make different choices. Today know that you don’t have to go with the tried and true path, instead you can listen to the call of your soul and take action in the direction that speaks to you the most. Mars retrograde is a time for all of us to reflect on whether our actions are walking us towards the life we desire or away from the life we desire. When you choose to look at things in a different way, the things you look at will look different.

Just for today, I know that in order to change my life on the outside, I must change the inside first. The inner creates that outer, always. I am willing to see things differently. I am willing to step out of my comfort zone and see life in a whole new way. I am willing to let go of everything and everyone that no longer serves any purpose in my life. I am willing to grow and change. I am safe and the universe supports me in every possible way. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Courage

We all hear about how we must live authentically and how it will set us free. However, living authentically doesn’t always mean a life of comfort and bliss. Often it means just the opposite. Living authentically, in fact, takes courage and bravery-the courage to fail, the courage to be ridiculed and the courage to be okay when people do not like you or your actions. Today, it is time to develop the courage to be yourself, to listen to your intuition and the courage to venture into new areas with new people that just don't feel comfortable right now. And, courage is the ability to move forward boldly and authentically, guided by your intuition, despite fear, pain, or uncertainty. Today, do not shy away from people, places and things that make you feel uncomfortable or even frightened. Instead, move forward, feel your fear and walk right through it with courage. Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than fear. You and your personal growth are just that something else. Today, be brave and have courage.

Just for today, I am courageous. I am whole. I stand in my power. 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 choose to feel good about myself no matter what they say, do or think. I have the strength to overcome every obstacle. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Lasting happiness is an inside job

Long-term happiness isn’t about external events. It starts from within and most importantly, it’s a skill that can be learned and developed. And you can begin today to cultivate your own happiness. Begin by acknowledging that in order to live your best life, you need to realize that happiness doesn’t happen to you—it happens because of you. That doesn’t mean if you do all the right things you’ll feel happy all the time. No one feels happy all the time. It just means your choices influence how you feel, and if you make healthy choices, choices that are in alignment with your inner self, you’ll most likely feel good more often than not. Today, begin to plant the seeds for the happiness that you have been seeking from outside yourself. Begin by looking for the silver lining in every situation because it's there, maybe you can't understand right now through your pain, but there is a lesson in every experience. Next, stop comparing yourself to other people. It's easy to do but it will eat away at your well being and prevent you from feeling happy. You and I are unique and were meant to be that way. Next, you must take full responsibility for your feelings and your life. No one in reality can make you feel anyway-good, bad or indifferent. Finally, stop complaining and stop being an active participant in other people's problems. Today, don’t leave your happiness in the hands of chance and external circumstances. Instead, take charge and cultivate happiness from the inside out.

Just for today, I choose happiness. I gladly get rid of thoughts and beliefs that I no longer need so that new ones can take their place. In the process, I experience much joy and happiness. I recognize that there is no competition or comparison, for we are all different and are meant to be that way. I am special and wonderful. I reclaim my power and create the life I desire. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

1111 A Day of Magic

Today is 1111 a magical day, made even more special because in 2020, its magic grows exponentially because of the rare occasion of the repeating numbers. In numerology, 11 is a Master Number, associated with higher realms, divinity, and spiritual awakenings. It also represents coming into complete alignment with your true and highest self. And the number 11 can teach you to stand in your power and take responsibility for your life. It is the opposite energy of co-dependency. And the number 11 wants you to stop looking outside yourself to find the happiness and peace you have been seeking. If you are depending on other people's approval for your own happiness, you will miss the mark and find that you are constantly in the people pleasing mode which will never bring you peace. Today, begin to notice who in your life you make excuses for their negligent and thoughtless behavior. Even though you may feel that you are being compassionate and understanding by tolerating or excusing bad behavior, you in reality are taking on their karma and not allowing them to be responsible for their own actions and grow-not such a loving thing to do. Today on this day of illumination and light, let go of anyone that is weighing you down with their negativity, with their constant neediness or drama. As you practice bringing inner peace to your heart, rather than focusing on what other people are doing, you can start to heal not only your consciousness but the collective consciousness as well. Today, focus on breathing, meditating and radiating the energy of love from your heart. The love that radiates from your heart will bring you the peace and harmony that you have been seeking outside yourself.

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 forgive everyone for all past perceived wrongs. I release them with love. They are now free and I am now free to move forward with love in my heart. My self esteem is high because I honor myself. I am in harmony with all the people, places and things that surround me. I am at peace. I am safe and everything I need comes to me at the perfect time in the perfect way. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

You are worthy of all that is good

Self-worth comes from knowing that you are enough, just as you are. You are inherently worthy, and you don’t need anyone else’s approval. And yet, we all find ourselves at one point in our lives doubting ourselves and our self worth. We all have times when we get caught up in routines and behaviors that don’t support us. Today, it is time to stop doubting yourself, accepting less than you deserve and putting your needs last. Instead begin to recognize that you have the ability to make changes in your life and that you are never powerless. Today, stop focusing on what is wrong with you and your life. Most of us have a tendency to focus on what is wrong with us, and what it is we want to “fix.” There is no end to the ways we can critique ourselves! We unconsciously get into the mental routine of continually undermining our own self-worth. Today, stop focusing on what is wrong with you. Regardless of how you might want to improve, you have things that are worth celebrating about yourself. You have gifts and unique talents that have come together to create you—a unique expression of humanity. Today stop accepting less than you deserve. Many of us look for our self-worth in the wrong places. Rather than getting it from ourselves, it’s easy to get into the habit of looking to others to make us feel worthy and loved. This can lead to struggling stand up for yourself and what, deep down, you know you deserve. By not wanting to upset others, you may end up giving too generously and find yourself in relationships where you feel you do not get enough in return. Finally, today stop putting yourself at the bottom of your to do list and recognize that self-care is an essential part of supporting yourself. Cultivating self-worth is a life-long journey for most of us. Being aware of how you can support yourself empowers you to take actions that will move you forward on the path to greater self-worth. As Buddha said "You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."

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 worthy of the time spent healing myself. I am safe. I am enough and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is

Getting comfortable with uncertainty

Happiness depends upon our ability to make friends with the unknown to respect it, to enjoy and to fully embrace and welcome it. But what the past couple of days has shown us that not many of us do that and in fact we fear the unknown and have no patience for uncertainty. Today, it is time to take a deep breath and begin to allow yourself to stop fearing, fighting and panicking about what is going to happen and have patience and the courage to allow yourself to become more comfortable with the unknown. In fact, the quality of our lives is directly related to the amount of uncertainty we can live with comfortably. And, when we re-commit ourselves each day to the possibilities of a bright and incredible life, each day begins to reveal more direction, and the clarity we seek emerges from the uncertainty. Today, turn off the tv and turn on your faith. Set your intentions for what you would like to see in your world and then, let it go and give it to the Universe to work on. Trust that what you want or even better will come back to you. Maybe not right now, maybe not tomorrow, but it will come when the time is perfect and you are ready to receive it. Today, allow yourself to know that everything is always working out for your highest good.

Just for today, I return to the basics of life-forgiveness, gratitude, courage, patience, humor and love. I have faith in the unlimited loving power of the Universe. I trust the power that created me to protect me, guide me and love me at all times and under all circumstances. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is

Expectations

Often life has to throw us a curveball (or several) so that we look in a different direction or consider other opportunities. The problem arises when we desperately try to dodge the curveball, attempting to get out of feeling uncomfortable, and we miss the lessons that are available to us. Today, it is time to see your disappointments and "let downs" as good things, instead of letting them lead to endless suffering. Today, begin to recognize that if things are not turning out like you had planned or want them to, that is actually really good news. The Universe has a better idea in store for you. But first you have to let go of the plan you have been attached to so that your Higher Self and the Universe can conspire for you. Your disappointments and unfulfilled expectations are gifts. Each one has been an opportunity to let go of something external that you have clung to for worth, safety, or love. I am not saying that disappointment is at the top of anyone's wish list. However, if you learn how to respond to disappointment from the perspective of a student rather than a sufferer, you will walk through doorways of transformation that will lead you to more love and more fulfillment. Today, let go of your certainty of what comes next and look for the lesson.

Just for today, I release all expectations, knowing that Life will always take care of me. I let go of all expectations. People, places and things are now free to be themselves and I am free to be me. I let go of all expectations. I now flow freely and lovingly with Life. I love myself and I know only good awaits me. I am safe. It is only change and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Mercury goes direct

Today Mercury finally goes direct in the sign of Libra after being retrograde since October 13th. Even though the trickster planet is finally moving forward, today can feel just as chaotic as when Mercury is in retrograde, except its energy now is a sudden jolt of forward motion. The best way to ride this wave of energy is to ground yourself and do not make any sudden decisions, rash statements or moves. Instead, today, pay attention to any intuitive nudges and try not to rush into new ideas or projects. Trust the timing of your life and be sure to pause if you are feeling unsure about something. We all want to move forward, to leave the dark introspective places that we have been witnessed to or have experienced in the last month. But, today it is not time to leap forward but rather to connect with your intuition which will lead you in the right direction, at right time in the right way.

Just for today, I trust Life. I know it brings me everything I need at the perfect time in the perfect way. My intuition is always on my side. I trust it to be there at all times. I trust my higher self. I listen with love to my inner voice. I release all blocks and surrender to the Divine source within me. I trust that my future is in good hands. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Conflict

Most of us are never really comfortable with conflict. Therefore we either shy away from it at all costs or are inadept at dealing with it when it does come up. And since the Universe is helping us to overcome our limiting beliefs and behaviors, you may find yourself being confronted with conflict so that you can get better at handling the conflicts that arise in your life. Begin by recognizing that at the heart of most conflicts in our lives is that conflict threatens our sense of self. The fact that another person seems to have the power to hurt us makes us feel weak, unstable, and unsafe. In order to defend this sense of self and feel stronger, you and I may attempt to demonstrate our own power to hurt them back. The problem is that by focusing on defending yourself, you are basically putting all your energy into avoiding what you don't want—pain and suffering—instead of into creating what you actually want-not to hurt and to find peace again. Today set your intentions to stop reacting to conflict with revenge, fear and rage. We all have a lower self that operates mainly from a place of fear, weakness, and limitations; and a higher self, one operating from a place of love, strength, and creativity. Before engaging in a conflict today, set a clear intention that is aligned with your values and the desires of your higher self-ask yourself why you are being triggered and remind yourself that in reality you are safe and that no one can harm you metaphorically unless you have given them the power to do so. Today, reclaim your power and look for the lessons in your conflicts so that you can finally overcome the need to fight and dwell in a world where you always have the power to walk away with love in your heart instead of pain and suffering.

Just for today, I recognize that it is I who create the situations in my life and then give away my power by blaming the other person for my frustration. I now reclaim my power and create the life I desire. I am safe in all my relationships. I give and receive lots of love. I now create a wonderful new relationship. Instead of isolating myself. I now choose to let love in. I am safe. I know that this too shall pass and that everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

November 1=111

2020 was always destined to be a year of historic change. The cosmic events we have seen happen this year indicate a new karmic cycle for the Earth and changes that go on to last for generations. And, in November, we will be given the chance to bring completion to almost every part of our lives-whether you do it willingly or with great struggle and resistance is totally up to you. Today, we begin this month with the powerful 111 (November 1) energy. The number 111 is considered a very powerful angel number, and signifies manifesting and manifestation of thoughts into reality. The number 111 signifies spiritual awakening and enlightenment, inspiration, high energy, intuition and sensitivity. It is also a number of protection and that your guardian angels are by your side. Today, use the 111 energy to help you look forward, not back and know that you are being divinely guided and protected in this moment and every moment. Today, trust that despite all the endings that are happening right now, new beginnings await you.

Just for today, I recognize that this is a new day. I begin anew and claim and create all that is good. I know that peace begins within me. The more peaceful I am inside, the more peace I have to share with others. I am willing to let go of my past so that new people, places and things can enter my life. I am safe and I trust the power that created me to protect me, guide me and love me at all times and under all circumstances. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Full Blue Moon on Halloween

We have a big beautiful Blue Full Moon on Halloween, a celebration of passed on souls! A Blue Moon is the second Full Moon in a calendar month and can help us bring clarity to all the issues in our lives that seem kind of murky these days. Clearly we all need more clarity! Full Moons within the same calendar month can also push us to release, and it seems there is a lot unraveling, uncovering and releasing under the power of this Blue Moon. Today allow this Blue Moon to help you bring clarity to the areas of your life that you have been suffering with. And allow it to bring to light to all the things that have previously been hidden. Allow it to illuminate all the ways you have been selling yourself short and making everyone else's needs more important than your own needs. Allow it to illuminate your secrets, even if they seem shocking. And, most importantly allow it to show you your truth and where you have not been speaking it. The more proactive you are about honoring YOUR truth, the easier you will be able to manage this electrifying, soul shaking energy. It will illuminate where you have been sacrificing your own needs for the needs of others. Or perhaps, you have not been speaking your truth out of your need to make everyone feel comfortable. Today, allow yourself some time to awaken to the many times that you have held your tongue because you were trying to protect the other person from the truth. You will be shown that hiding your truth is stopping you from growing and moving forward. Today, ground yourself, slow down and begin to let go of your need to make everyone happy at your expense. Today, it is time to let go; time to let die and time to look towards your rebirth.

Just for today. I am willing to let go. I know that old negative patterns no longer limit me. I let them go with ease. I am willing to let go of the people who no longer serve any purpose in my life. I release them with love. They are now free and I am now free to move forward with love in my heart. Wherever I am on this planet, I am always safe, divinely guided and protected. I let go of all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.