December 1st-Be proud of YOU

It's December, the last month of this incredibly challenging year. And, although you might feel as if you are in between what you are leaving and where you are heading or you might not even know where you are going, today accept where you are right now and know that this in "between" time of not knowing is all part of the divine plan. Accept that letting go of the identities and intentions that didn't represent your true nature is what this year has been about. So, today set your intentions to accept where you are and appreciate all you have accomplished this year. You might not realize it because you've been so busy getting THROUGH it, but you have a lot to be proud of! Today, reflect on your strength, fortitude, beauty and your resilience to find new ways of being during unprecedented times of change and challenge.

Just for today, I am proud of myself. I recognize that the greatest gift I can give myself is unconditional love. I love and approve of myself no matter what they think, do or say. I deserve the very best in Life and I now lovingly allow myself to accept it. As I love and approve of myself, my life gets better and better. I look forward to what the future has to offer me. I trust the process of Life to always be there for me. I am safe. It is only change and all is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Gemini-let go!

Tomorrow morning at 430 am, we will be grace with a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Gemini. Full Moon eclipses culminate the end of a karmic cycle. And, Lunar Eclipses are like extra potent Full Moons. They illuminate areas of our lives that need to be cleared and swept away. They shine a light on all that no longer needs to be present with us. They reveal to us where we are holding on too tightly, and where we have to surrender and let go. Lunar Eclipses are potent for they require us to shed. This shedding can leave us feeling vulnerable, afraid, or uncertain of what comes next.

But this Lunar Eclipse holds the promise of a brighter season coming. It reminds us that whatever space you created through the letting go process will soon be filled with people, places and things that are more in alignment with your present purpose. Today, take some time to do some soul searching to discern the people, places, things, beliefs and stories that you need to let go of. Set your intentions to let go of relationships that no longer excite you or have become burdensome; let go of obligations that are draining you; let go of anything from your home or closet that does not represent who you are right now; let go of distractions and energy drains and finally let go of other people's expectations. Today, as we approach the Lunar eclipse, if something exits your life, trust that it was meant to be. Trust that there is a Divine purpose to what is now no longer. And trust that all your challenges have readied you for a new chapter in your life. Trust and let go.

Just for today, I am willing to let go. I easily let go and release all the people, place and things that no longer serve any purpose in my life. I let go of all expectations. I now flow easily and effortlessly with new experiences, no challenges and new people who enter my life. I am safe, divinely guided and protected. Everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Guilt and shame

Shame. Everybody has it. Nobody wants to talk about it. The less we talk about it, the more power it has over us. In fact, shame goes to the core of your person and makes you feel there is something inherently wrong with you. And, in our society, shame and guilt are often intertwined. However, these two emotions are quite different. Guilt's focus is on behavior. It’s about what you did or didn't do. When you experience guilt, you have gone against your own code of ethics. Guilt usually serves as being an internal conscience. It helps you to not act on harmful impulses. Shame’s focus, on the other hand, is on the self. It’s not that you did something bad, but that you are intrinsically bad. It gives you the sense that you do not measure up to others; that you are defective; that you are damaged goods. This concept is like saying “you are worthless and incapable of change. And, when you are in shame, you can't see the bigger picture. You feel alone, exposed, and deeply flawed. Today, it is time to shine a light on your shame and then let go of it. It is time to truly rid yourself of old baggage and shame. Today, begin to become aware of where and when you feel shame. Recognize that shame is an emotion and does not need to be your state of being. And the true antidote to your shame is to be brave enough to share it with another trusted person or to write it out so that you can see your shame as separate from yourself. Just by removing the shadow and secrets around your shame, it will begin to dissipate. Shame cannot exist in conditions of light, sunshine, and humor. Today, give yourself some time to lighten your load and let go of your shame. You are always enough just because you exist.

Just for today, I affirm that I am enough. I do not have to earn love. I am loveable because I exist. Others reflect the love I have for myself. I release the need to blame anyone, including myself. We are all doing the best we can with the knowledge understanding and awareness we have right now. I forgive myself for not being perfect. I forgive and set myself free. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Giving thanks on Thanksgiving

Today is Thanksgiving-a day for giving thanks and for being grateful for the greatest gift each one of us has-Life itself. Today set your intentions to be grateful for all the people and experiences that have enable you to learn, grow, and to continually evolve into the person you want to be. Be grateful that although you may not have everything you want, you have everything you need. You have most, if not all, of your basic needs met and in truth you have more than you need, if you stop to think about it. Finally, be grateful for this moment and the moments throughout this day. This moment will never come again, and there’s no guarantee that you nor I have many moments or Thanksgivings that are promised to us. Knowing that somehow makes the present more precious—even if things aren’t perfect.

Today, stop and consciously appreciate that life itself is a gift. It isn’t always easy, or happy, but it’s one hell of a ride—and it wouldn’t be without the bumps and turns and the idea that in reality anything is possible. Wishing you a healthy, happy, gratitude filled Thanksgiving. I am grateful for you!

Patience

Every bad experience, every painful relationship, and every compromise you have ever made all contain valuable and necessary spiritual gifts and blessings.

And, today the Universe wants you to take notice of three things when you’re going through a difficult time that may seem eternal:

First, trust life. There’s a higher purpose behind every seemingly impossible and difficult phase that you may be experiencing. You’ve just got to hang in there and know that it’s for the best. Next, be really willing to change. If you find yourself feeling bad a lot more often than not, take time out to reflect on whether or not you’re happy deep down with what you’re doing. If the answer is no, know that change is always possible but it entails patience and your willingness to release all resistance. Lastly, believe. believe in yourself, even if the world around you doesn’t. If you don’t, who will? Today, trust, believe and then have patience that everything is always working out for your highest good, because it always is.

Just for today, I recognize that patience means being at peace with the process of Life. I am patient, tolerant and diplomatic. I am gentle, kind and comforting to my inner, as I uncover and release old negative messages within me. I do not fix my problems. I fix my thinking and my problems fix themselves. I trust Life. I know it brings me everything I need at the perfect time in the perfect way. I am safe. It is only change and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Passive Aggression

Many of us struggle with speaking our truth and finding ways to express our needs and to get them met. We somewhere along the line were taught that we needed to be positive all the time. And, our need to show the world a positive front at all times, can lead us into acting passive aggressively. For you see that our inability to ask for what we really want is a heavy burden to bear. And, if we can’t be assertive, and ask for what we want, then we have to beat around the bush to achieve the same result, and that’s why so many of us suffer from people pleasing and passive aggressive behavior. Behind passive-aggression lies a valley filled to the brim with anger and hostility. When this valley can no longer support all the pent-up negativity, it will come out in a furious outburst that will leave the people around you dazed and confused. You see this all the time with people who suppress their feelings. Today, the Universe is giving you permission to feel your feelings and know that you deserve to express them in healthy assertive ways. Today choose to be direct rather than indirect with people-pleasing behavior. Choose to express your needs, wants, and feelings. You may lose some friends by finally being direct and speaking your truth because people have gotten used to the people-pleasing you. However, it will be worth it. If you’re engaging in passive-aggressive behavior, it’s time to have the courage to confront yourself, because what lies on the other side is infinite possibility. Today, don’t let the fear of what people might think stop you from speaking your mind. Speak up today, you deserve to be heard!

Just for today, I recognize that Life is really simple and easy. What I give out comes back to me and what I choose to believe about myself becomes my truth. I am willing to release the need to feel unworthy. I am worthy of speaking my truth. I am worthy of the very best in life and I now lovingly allow myself to accept it. I have the courage to speak my truth. I am safe when I speak my truth and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Resistance

Resistance is any thought, belief, or behavior, either conscious or unconscious, that stands contrary to your desire. On the surface, you can be doing positive affirmations, creative visualizations, and imagining your success. But in the end, you get what you expect. Every single time. Sometimes it can be as simple as not believing that you can have what you want. That way of thinking places limitations on what is possible for you. You are restricting what could be with what you think will be. And you end up getting what you expect. Today, begin to acknowledge and recognize that your consciousness is a powerful tool. If you don’t believe you can have the thing you desire, it shows up as resistance, frustration and feeling stuck despite all the things you are doing to achieve your goals. Today, recognize that the reason anything is not happening in your life is because in one way or another, you are not yet lined up with it (you don’t think it’s possible, don’t think you’re worthy of it, or don’t think you can have it). Today, listen to the stories that you tell yourself and then rise above your own limiting thoughts. Become aware of the ways you might hold yourself back from your desires and then let them go. Today, be willing to let go of the resistance. The rest of the work is to surrender to your now, to this present moment and to bask in the glory that is your moment. Savor the experiences that continue to add to your life. And to seek joy! In other words, the key to letting go of resistance is letting go of the expectation that you’re supposed to be anywhere other than where you already are, right now. Today, trust that things will change soon enough and that they will find you along your path, as you are ready. But until then, enjoy here, now, today and prepare yourself to receive.

Just for today, I release all resistance to expressing my creativity fully. I choose to believe it is easy to change a thought or behavior pattern. I trust in the perfection of divine timing and allow my life to unfold as it should. I know that old negative thoughts only limit me. I now release them with love. My new thoughts are positive and uplifting. I deserve only good in my life. Wherever I am in this Universe I am always safe. And so it is

Sagittarius Season

It is Sagittarius season. Sagittarius in the astrology world is represented by a Centaur pointing its arrow high into the starry night sky. And, Sagittarius is a sign that is optimistic, abundant, expansive, and adventurous, and all of those things will be on offer to you under the Sagittarius Sun. And, that Sagittarius energy will also offer you an opportunity to align your own arrow and fire straight into the heart of your own fears and anxieties. After months of heavy energy that may be making you feel sluggish and uncertain, you will be pointed in a new direction and will be reminded that all you see happening around you, all that you feel, has been encouraging you to grow and change so you can ultimately, be reborn, stronger and wiser than before. Today, begin to ask yourself how have you been keeping yourself and your life small? What have you allowed to hold you back and keep you stuck. Then, allow yourself to be led and guided by love, passion, and joy. If fears and anxieties arise, recognize them as keys that will guide you as to what is holding you back and what you are learning to transcend. Today begins a month filled with possibilities, lighter energy and transformation. Today, set your intentions to learn something new so you can begin to expand your horizon.

Just for today, I am teachable. Life is an education and I am a student. I am doing the best I can and every day gets easier. I am willing to learn something new about myself every day. The more I learn, the more I grow. I am centered and focused. I feel more secure every day. I am safe. It is only change and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

The Best is yet to come

It doesn’t matter how old you are, or how wrong things have gone or how bleak your life may seem right now, there is always potential for a better tomorrow. However, you must believe that in every moment that the best is yet to come. Today, recognize that what you are experiencing will not stay this way forever; it won't. So, today, set your intentions to not get so bogged down in the misery of today that you forget to get excited for the future-that you forget that you always have the power to change what is happening right now and what your future will look like. Today find some good in your day, find something to laugh about and appreciate, in between all the wallowing, planning, and doing. You don’t want to miss out on months of your life because something bad happened and now that has become your entire focus. Today, find something to laugh about, to feel good about and know that every day has something to enjoy, even for a moment. Today, remember that the best is yet to come. Just for today, I love to laugh and I use my humor lovingly and wisely. I laugh at myself. I laugh at life and nothing can touch me. I know that at any moment my life can change for the better. I am grateful for my ability to create the good in my life. I am safe and today will be a better day than yesterday and will only get better in my future. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Stop seeking approval outside yourself-it is not there!!

Louise famously said, you have been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn't worked. Try approving yourself and see what happens. Today, consciously focus on giving yourself the approval and support that you have been seeking from others, from outside of yourself. What people do, or don’t do, doesn’t determine your worth. Your value doesn’t come from another person; it comes from yourself. People may not encourage you, but you can encourage yourself. People may not make you feel special, but you can make yourself feel special. And, you will have better relationships if you start validating yourself instead of becoming needy and waiting for other people to give you your approval fix. Today, begin to learn how to compliment and validate yourself. If you learn the principle of not relying on other people for your worth and start loving and approving of yourself, you won’t feel crushed when somebody doesn’t give you what you expect. The less you depend on people for validation, the stronger you will become and the further you will go. Today, be kind to yourself, treat yourself as if you were someone that you deeply love and become your own best friend and your biggest fan.

Just for today, I monitor my self talk, making sure it is uplifting and supportive of myself and others. I no longer judge or criticize myself. I am free to love who I am. I now flow freely and lovingly with Life. I love myself and I know only good awaits me. All that I seek is already within me. I am safe and I choose to live in a world of love and acceptance. I love being me. And so it is

Give yourself some credit

Sometimes we can be working so hard but feel like we are going nowhere and getting nothing accomplished. And, that usually happens when we focus our attention on what we haven't done or what needs to get done, instead of what we have accomplished. Today, instead of focusing on what you haven't done or what needs to get done, reflect on everything you HAVE done-whether it is today, yesterday, this week or this year. Today, give yourself some credit! Do not focus on the long journey ahead of you but rather recognize how far you have come. All your work, the detours that you have taken, the missteps and the mistakes that you have made in reality form the building blocks of your future endeavors—if, you learn to trust in yourself. Recognizing what you are doing right doesn’t mean you become complacent and stop striving for improvement. It just means you’ve learned one of the most important things you can do for your happiness and success-give yourself some credit. Today, recognize that nobody’s perfect, so give yourself credit for everything you’re doing right, and be kind to yourself when you struggle.

Just for today, I focus my attention on loving myself and trusting in the Universe. Limitations are merely opportunities for me to grow. I use them as stepping stones to success. I choose to feel good about myself and I know that I am enough exactly as I am. I forgive myself for not being perfect. I am living the best way I know how. I am safe, divinely guided and protected. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Awakenings

This year has "awakened" us to many things about our lives that we had previously ignored, rationalized away and perhaps were completely unaware of. And, awakening happens when the veil drops away and we discover we have very little, if any, control over what happens outside of ourselves. It’s easy to believe in the fallacy of control when things go according to our predetermined plan. But, we have all learned that our predetermined plans are usually but an illusion. It’s much harder when things do not align with the image we have created for ourselves and things do not turn out the way we thought. However, our limited vision of our lives in reality is keeping us limited and stuck in less than we deserve. Today, it is time to expand your own perception of reality and surrender to your path, not to your master plan, not to your grand scheme. Waking up is a process that unfolds the moment you decide to relinquish control and surrender to the flow of life. The more you trust your own path, the more peacefully you can navigate your way through this world. In each moment you can choose gratitude over disappointment, love over hate, abundance over lack, and trust over fear. Through these daily choices your original vision can be transformed into a life more magnificent than you ever could have dreamed of. Today, awaken, stay awake and know that the real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. Today open your eye, keep them open and you will see your world in a whole new way.

Just for today, I surrender to what is, I let go of what was and I have faith in what will be. I let go of fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy. Flow easily and effortlessly with new experiences, new challenges and new people that enter my life. I am safe and the Universe supports me in every possible way. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is

Slow down

Have you noticed that time seems to go by faster as you get older? We all know that we should slow down and enjoy life more but we all have excuses why we don't. We may try for a little while, but then we’re off to the races again, filling our lives with more busyness and distractions. We start our day with well-meaning intentions: kindness, compassion, patience, and love. Then stuff happens—we hit traffic, computer goes on the fritz, or have an argument with a friend, loved one or co-worker. By mid-day, we often find ourselves worn down, defensive, and depleted. Today, it is time to begin to slow down and remain in present moment more, which will allow you to conserve your energy and to enjoy the passing of time. It is often only when you finally slow down that you will be able to recognize all the chaos that has been filling up your world and how that chaos is distracting you from living the life you desire. And, when you slow down you will find that Life becomes easier and far more fulfilling. Today, set your intentions to slow down, be patient and use this time to discern what and who you want to remain in your life and what you need to let go of because it/they are clearly no longer serving any purpose in your life. Remember, progress has little to do with speed but much to do about direction and Life isn't a race but a journey!

Just for today, I allow myself to slow down. I will not allow noise, chatter or setbacks to distract me. I will allow purpose, patience, commitment and grace to guide me. I do not fix my problems. I fix my thinking and my problems fix themselves. Life mirrors my every thought. As I keep my thoughts positive, Life brings me only good experiences. I feel safe in the rhythm and flow of my every changing life . Life supports me in every possible way and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.