Unconditional happiness

We are socialized to believe that our happiness is conditional and depends on the stars aligning. We are taught that there will be a of a happily-ever-after, whereupon life is supposed to be smooth sailing. Therefore, we live our lives in a constant quest to be happy when/if we get enough money, get the perfect job, the perfect house or the perfect relationship-whatever we have deemed will make us happy. And once we get that, we are okay for a while, but eventually it isn’t good enough, and we are back to searching for the next shiny thing we are sure will make us happy. The problem is we have an insatiable appetite for more. Our desires exponentially multiply, and we become blind to what is right in front of us. We are caught in a cycle of suffering, chasing our tails trying to catch an elusive happiness. And, by chasing the next thing that we think will make us happy, we miss a lot of the little things that could bring us happiness and joy that are right in front of us in this present moment. Today, set your intentions to stop dwelling on what you don’t have or what you have lost or long for in the future. Today, set your intentions to find happiness right in front of you right now. Today, accept that Life happens. If you wait until the conditions are perfect to be happy, you waste precious, limited time. Today, accept that you may not have exactly what you want right now but, in all likelihood you have a lot to be happy and grateful for. Today, focus on what you already have and what you’ve already accomplished. Don't wait for things to get easier, simpler, better. Life will always be complicated. Today, begin to be happy right now. Otherwise, you'll run out of time. Today, do not wait for happiness. Start now. It is within your grasp and know that you deserve it.

Just for today, I know that if I dwell on what I do not want that is exactly what I will get more of. I now dwell on all of my blessings and I am grateful for them all. I recognize that my point of power is always in the present moment. I am a powerful person because I live in the present moment. I release my need to struggle and suffer. And I choose to see the good that is always around me. I am safe, divinely guided and love. And, everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Through great pain comes great wisdom and learning.

We are coming to the end of Mercury retrograde and in all likelihood, it has shown you how you have been limiting yourself; not speaking your truth; and how you have been undervaluing yourself. However, once we are given the lessons and shown where and how we need to change, we must now integrate those lessons into our lives so, we can break free of those patterns, which keep us stuck. In truth, by not learning what we needed to learn years ago, we have faced  the same situations over and over and we will continue to have the same experiences until we get the lesson, and start applying it. Today, is that day that you begin to integrate the lessons that you need to learn so that you can move forward. It is time to act on your knowledge and overcome your internal resistance so that you can make lasting positive change. Today, become aware of when you are being given the opportunity to put your lessons into practice and then consciously choose to overcome your anxiety and fear and put your lessons into practice.  Whether it be speaking up for yourself or taking a different path because now you value yourself too much to keep wasting time on situations and people who no longer serve any purpose in your life except making your feel safe and familiar. But, changing a behavior is about consistency and takes conscious effort, even if it feels easier to continue doing what you’ve been doing for years. The more often you do something, the more instinctive it will become—and the better you’ll get at it. Today, set your intentions to change your self talk that keeps you stuck and struggling. We all tell ourselves stories about the things we can and can’t do, and sometimes they can be paralyzing. The first step is recognizing your limiting thoughts, beliefs, and stories. The next part is replacing them with empowering ones. We live in a world where we have more access than ever to information, but it isn’t knowledge that creates change. It also isn’t wisdom or will. Change entails intention and consistent effort. Consistency doesn’t mean perfection. It means trying over and over again, and learning something from every setback to create meaningful internal change. Today, set your intentions to integrate the lessons that all your struggling has taught you. When you create tiny shifts in your mind, you will start seeing major shifts in your choices—and in your life. Today, stop fighting, struggling and suffering and allow yourself to  learn your lessons and to love yourself more for your new knowledge.  

Just for today, I am willing to see where and how I need to change.  I am willing to let go of everything that no longer serves any purpose in my life. I cross all bridges with joy and ease. The old unfolds into wonderful new experiences.  My life gets better all the time and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

New Friends for a new day

Our relationships are mirrors of ourselves and what we believe about ourselves. And sometimes, those beliefs about ourselves and what we deserve change and we therefore must change our relationships and who we choose to spend our time and our lives with. Today, as we all begin again in so many ways, it is time to see where your limiting beliefs about yourself and your relationships may be stopping you from letting go of old relationships that no longer serve any purpose in your life and from reaching out to make new ones. Limiting beliefs surrounding our relationships and friendships are often rooted in our fear of rejection, criticism, ridicule, or betrayal. We therefore proceed with caution in order to protect ourselves from getting hurt. This leads to limiting behaviors that cut ourselves off from what’s possible by painting ourselves into a box that feels safe. We miss out on opportunities that would enrich our lives. Today, set your intentions to begin to break free from those limiting beliefs by first examining which on those beliefs just aren’t true. Today, step out of those limiting beliefs and set out of your comfort zone by allowing yourself to act against your self-protecting instincts. Begin by taking baby steps. Do not jump into new relationships because you are feeling disconnected before taking a look at your limiting beliefs for they will continue your pattern of isolating yourself or choosing people who will not be in alignment with your new belief system. Today be willing to see the limiting beliefs are keeping you stuck in old relationships and making it difficult to make new ones. Today be willing to let go of any limiting beliefs that aren’t serving, that are keeping you feeling disconnected and alone so that you open yourself up to new people and experiences. Today, know that if you accept a limiting belief, then it will become a truth for you. Today, let go of your limiting beliefs and open yourself up to new experiences and new relationships. Just for today, I release all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. It doesn’t matter what other people say or do. What does matter is how I choose to react and what I choose to belief about myself. I choose to believe that I am deserving of all that is good in this life. I am safe. This is only change and everything is working out for my highest good And, so it is.

Transformation awaits you!

Tomorrow at 12:12 am we will experience a rare Black Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries. This rare Black Moon eclipse is the second New Moon in Aries in a row, and it's taking place in the final degree of this fiery sign so you can expect to feel the  pioneering and adventurous energy of Aries  calling you to take a leap of faith and step into uncharted territory. With this eclipse, you have the power to break free from old patterns and embrace new beginnings. And, this eclipse is said to be a profound reset of our consciousness, launching us into fateful new beginnings. Furthermore, it will open new doors, bring us new opportunities and new pathways. Some of those opportunities may come as a surprise but others may be things we have been working towards for some time. Today, set  your intentions to create  space to allow this growth to happen by first letting go of something or someone that no longer serves your highest good. And, even though this final “letting go” can bring about a sense of crisis, chaos or emotional turmoil,  trust that this is a necessary part of your evolution. Know that you are shedding old aspects of your identity, allowing yourself to emerge more confident and authentic than ever before. Today, set your intentions to let go of who you were and everything around that identity. Then,  visualize what you would like to become;  begin to look at things in a new way, and stay open to the abundance of the Universe. Today, do not allow yourself to be broken down by the high intensity energies of this eclipse. Instead remember that you are a co-creator of the Universe, so use this power and work with the Eclipse energy by setting clear intentions of what you want your life to look like moving forward. Keep your vibration lifted, and remember that all things are possible, especially when you step up and become the leader of your life. Under this Aries Eclipse, know you have added power to set intentions, seek opportunities, take that leap of faith, and put yourself out there. Today, begin to allow your true authentic self to shine, and opportunities will flow your way. Today, know that you are in the midst of a transformation that will change the course of your life. Today, surrender, let go and allow that transformation to happen.  Just for today, I am willing to let go.  I let go of who I was so I can become who I am supposed to be right now. I let go of my need to struggle and suffer.  I am safe and I am willing to change. And even if it doesn’t seem like it, everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

First eclipse of 2023. BIG changes are on their way!!

This is a big week in the cosmos with a New Moon Solar Eclipse in the sign of Aries, the start of Mercury in Retrograde, and the transition into Taurus Season. And, all those events signal that big changes are ahead and are intended to wake us up to aspects of our psyche that we’ve been afraid of. In fact, those aspects scare us so much that we have kept them hidden deep within us. For you see, we run from the truth because it requires us to change. Yet, the energies right now are compelling us to look at those parts of ourselves that we’ve been avoiding. We can no longer hide from uncomfortable truths and must face them head on. Even if that means conflict or uncomfortable conversations. Today, set your intentions to surrender and be truly willing to change. Know that if you want your life to change for the better, you need to take the steps to make it happen even if it is completely uncomfortable and scary. Today, set your intentions to trust that that you have everything within you to make the changes that you need to make happen so that your dreams can come true. Today, trust your inner wisdom and the inner messages that you are receiving and then act upon them. Trust that you would not be given an inspiration if you didn't have the inner resources and divine support to make it so. Trust what your intuition is telling you no matter what everyone else around you thinks or how they see the situation. Today, set your intentions to let your intuition to guide you, not your brain or ego and then let go and let your faith and grace to guide you. Just for today, I trust my intuition. I am willing to listen to the small still voice inside of me and when I do, I hear all the answers to all the questions I shall ever ask. All that I ever need to know is revealed to me. My intuition is always on my side. I surrender to what is. I let go of what was and I have faith in what will be. Everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is

Today is the luckiest day of the year!

Today, April 11th, is said to be the luckiest day of this year! It is the day when Jupiter,converges with our Sun. For you see, Jupiter is is considered a lucky planet, but more than that, it is considered the planet of expansion. It can expand and highlight things that are important or noteworthy for us to pay attention to. The Sun represents the core of who we are, so when Jupiter and the Sun align, it helps to expand a part of ourselves, it helps to open up new gifts and talents, and it helps to showcase a path or direction that we can take in our lives. Think of Jupiter and the Sun coming together to expand your being and to create space and lightness in your heart and in your life. Today, allow this celestial connection to begin to create miracles in your life. Allow this connection to fill you with optimism and belief in yourself. And, if challenges do come your way on this day, use the energy to help you find more positivity, abundance and joy with more ease. Today allow the Sun-Jupiter conjunction help you to see the brighter side of things. Today, let good luck happen to you and allow miracles to happen in your life. Just for today, I know that I can create miracles in my life. I know that loving myself will create miracles in my life. I am a magnet for miracles. I am willing to see my life in a whole new way. I am willing let go so I can move on. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Happy Easter

Happy Easter!  The meaning of Easter goes well beyond chocolate bunnies and candy eggs.  In fact, it can offer all of us, whether you celebrate or not, inspiration to resurrect ourselves and our lives, no matter what our lives look like right now. Furthermore, the story of Jesus Christ’s resurrection symbolizes for us all that no matter the level of pain you may be experiencing, there is a chance to rise again. We all know that we get what we focus on, so today, on Easter, focus on allowing yourself to be reborn.  Today, know that every day offers you an opportunity to be reborn and to begin again. Even if it may take every ounce of energy and faith you can muster up to believe in the resurrection of your circumstances, today trust that you have the potential to do so. We all seek the miraculous in some area of our lives and we probably all need a miracle. Today is about claiming that you deserve one. Today, is a day that you acknowledge that anything is possible, even if the course to get there may be difficult. And it doesn’t matter how depressing or heavy your past has been—today is not that day-today is a new one. Today,  focus instead on the possibility of new life as you allow yourself to rise again. There’s a power that’s in each of us but not of us that has more love to give and more life to live. So, today let the past be behind you, allow yourself to walk forward in the truth of light and love, and let yourself be resurrected.  Just for today, I recognize that the past is over and done.  I now turn my total attention to this present moment and create the life I desire. I am willing to let go and to move forward and all Life supports me in every step I take. I am safe and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Venus Conjunct Uranus in Taurus

We end this month with one final cosmic connection -with Venus and Uranus coming together in the sign of Taurus. The conjunction of Venus and Uranus in Taurus is said to be a potent time of transformation through radical self love. It brings together Venus the goddess of love, beauty and pleasure with Uranus, which embodies the force of innovation, unpredictability, and change. And, because this connection happens in the sign of Taurus, the effects of that connection will feel more grounded and stable. Furthermore, that connection can push you to take a leap of faith and try out new things when it comes to matters of the heart. It can compel you to be courageous, take risks, and explore new ways of expressing love and affection. It can also urge you to question the norms of your relationships and consider new ways of being in all your relationships, so they can become more balanced in all ways. Today, end this month, by opening yourself up to new perspectives and possibilities of communicating your needs from your heart, so that you can unlock deeper levels of intimacy and connection with those you are closest to. During this conjunction, you may feel a strong desire for freedom and independence in certain relationships. You might find yourself yearning for independence and feeling the need to break free from unhealthy, restrictive, and limiting partnerships. Today, be willing to finally let go of those relationships that serve no purpose in your life any longer because you deserve more and better. Today, be open to experience deeper, more fulfilling and more advantageous relationships and partnerships moving forward-both personally and professionally. Today, be willing to take some time to recognize your true value and worth and begin to prioritize your own needs and desires more. Be willing to release negative self-talk and unhelpful self-perceptions, and replace them with positive and empowering thoughts. By doing so, you will be able to shift your perspective and transform the way you see yourself and break free from your limiting beliefs and behaviors that have been holding you back. Today, let the Venus Conjunct Uranus inspire you to have faith in your ability to manifest abundance and prosperity in all areas of life and be willing to receive because you are so worthy of it. Finally, after a month of profound change, remind yourself that you have the power to create the life you desire, whether it’s in your love life, career, home life, or material possessions. The Universe is supporting you and guiding you, reminding you that you are worthy and capable of creating a life that is aligned with your truest desires and passions. Today, let yourself be healed through your own radical self love. Just for today, I do a mental housecleaning, making certain that my thoughts are positive and uplifting of myself and others. My self esteem is high because I honor who I am. I have unlimited potential and only good lies before me. I deserve all that is good in this life and I trust that everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Embracing your darkness and light

We are all learning so much about ourselves and what areas of our lives that need healing. And you may be reliving painful moments from your past. You may be reliving those moments of awakening that caused you so much pain that you had no choice but to change. And, it is a human response, as we recall those awakenings to blame someone or something else for our pain. However, in order to heal those past hurts, it is essential that we work through how we perhaps were responsible for causing or creating our pain. Today, the Universe wants us to embrace both our darkness and our light because they exist in all of us. Today, the Universe wants us to own up to our role in past events or painful situations without shame. Today, acknowledge that you can hold yourself accountable and learn healthier replacements for your destructive defenses, while also maintaining compassion for what your younger self went through and the struggles you didn’t yet understand. For you see, from the trauma in our pasts, we developed coping mechanisms in response to what happened to us. Those coping mechanisms protected us and kept us safe. But those survival coping mechanisms frequently ended up with us acting less than our best selves. And, those defenses usually resulted in causing some amount of collateral damage on the people around us. Acknowledging our “bad” behavior can cause us to feel shame and shutdown. Furthermore, some of us even end up thinking that there is just something wrong with us. Or that these behaviors stemmed from character flaws we learned how to hide. Then, we end up just hating ourselves and feeling broken. Today, instead of feeling shame for your past survival skills, recognize them as signs pointing you toward what needs to be healed.And, rather than allow your shame to swamp you, today seek to understand the unmet needs and unprocessed pain that prompted your negative behavior. Sometimes we don’t acknowledge the past because it doesn’t line up with our image of ourselves as good people. Today, know that you are a good person, even if you acted “badly”. Today, listen to your stories and see how they can lead you to what needs to be healed. Today accept and embrace both the dark and the light that are inside of you. Today, acknowledge that each of us is capable of so much better than the worst thing we’ve ever done. Know that how we grow from those mistakes is by owning up to them—while at the same time, forgiving ourselves for doing the best you could at any given time. .Just for today, I love and accept myself exactly as I am. I no longer judge or criticize myself or others. I accept that I am doing the best I can with the knowledge, understanding and awareness that I have right now. I am safe. I am willing to change and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Radical Self Love

Most of us can be way too hard on ourselves, when life is already hard enough. We spend our days taking an inventory of all the ways we’re falling short, tell ourselves we’re not good enough and even questioning our basic goodness, as if there’s something wrong with us at our core. And, when we respond harshly instead of pausing before reacting or make a mistake, we keep making over and over again, it’s easy to conclude that we are somehow fundamentally bad or damaged, or else we would more consistently do better. Then, waddling in this space of shame and self-judgment, we instinctively shut down and disconnect from others. After all, it’s hard to let people in when you’re afraid of what they’ll see and the possibility of being rejected once they see it. Today, no matter where you are, or how fragile you may feel, set your intentions to stop judging, avoiding, and resisting that which makes you afraid or ashamed and open to your true nature and the truth of your inherent goodness just because you exist. This recognition of your essential human goodness may be the most radical act of healing that you can take. It’s the realization that you don’t need to fix yourself, because you are not broken. You simply need to peel away the layers of fear and judgment and reconnect with who you are at your core-lovable and perfectly imperfect. Today, know that you do not need to run and hide from the world because you were human and made mistakes and missteps. Today, set your intentions to shower yourself with radical self love and compassion. Remember that loving yourself unconditionally will create miracles in your life. Just for today, I will not allow noise, chatter or setbacks to distract me. I will allow patience, purpose, compassion and grace to guide me. 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 am lovable. I am loving. I am loved and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is

You are finally not okay!

At some point in our lives, many of us were taught to believe that our real feelings weren’t acceptable. Therefore we walk around always being okay, ignoring our uncomfortable feelings. Until we can’t and that’s what the Universe is asking us to do today-to stop being okay, when we’re not. The problem with always being “okay” is that at some point you just can’t do it anymore. And unsurprisingly, when you awaken to that fact, your life may feel like it’s falling apart. However, that falling apart is the first step towards healing-towards being okay. For you see, we can’t fix what we won’t acknowledge, and it is impossible to make changes if we refuse to admit something is wrong. Today, be grateful for the chaos and discomfort that you may be feeling right now. Had life not presented you with the chaos it did, you would have continued to push your way along, shoving down any unwanted feelings, being okay and avoiding addressing any of your fear and pain. And, by avoiding addressing not being okay, you would also be avoiding the growth, connection, and happiness that comes from actually facing your fears and emotions and working through them with other people. Today, choose to instead of running away or being okay, choose to acknowledge when life isn’t good. Because acknowledging that and understanding what uncomfortable feelings have to teach you, is the only way to actually make anything better. Today, choose to begin to be okay, by first not being so. Just for today, I choose to know the truth and truth sets me free. Divine wisdom, divine harmony and divine love reign supreme within me and all around me. We are all centered in truth and live in peace. Everything is always working out for our highest good. And so it is.

Choose to heal, not hurt.

Sometimes some incredibly small experience can offer you an enormous opportunity for healing. And, yet they are often over looked in our attempt to get out of the raw emotions, which were brought on by this small occurrence. When we encounter those deep intense feelings, as humans, we look for any way possible to get passed them-through distraction, numbing ourselves or simple stuffing it or ignoring it.  We just go on ignoring the thunder shower that just happened in our lives in response to a tiny annoyance. We ignore our meltdown!

And that’s Mars retrograde.  And, if you’ve been trying to just ride this one out, you’ll be plum out of luck and you’ll be robbing yourself of some deep healing.

Granted no one likes to suffer, but we are individually and collectively being given heaps of opportunity to suffer, so we can heal.  And, despite all this suffering being exhausting, it also brings the promise of new beginnings-beginnings from a healthier, more whole place. We cannot continue our old ways of being because they are not working. Today, take real note of what throws you for a loop.  Whether it be a simple human mistake that you made or something larger, see how hard you are on yourself.  See how perhaps how you treat yourself is being mirrored in your relationships and your other life choices.  See how your unresolved self-loathing appears out of nowhere and then see how you can heal that hurt child.

We are under intense energies, today choose not to fill it with suffering.  Rather choose to see how your unresolved issues may be the cause of your current unfulfilled feelings and feelings of uncertainty and fear.  Today choose to heal not hurt.  Choose to change your life.

New Month!

It's a New Month and yet we continue to be under the introspective energies of the Eclipse season and the heavy energies of Mars retrograde. So, we will all continue to be asked to look within to find what we have been longing for and to be willing to make big changes. The key to weathering those transformational energies is to stop resisting the changes and let go of the plans that your mind created for you to keep things the same so that you can feel safe. Today, instead of setting intentions for this new month, surrender to what is and let go of the resistance that has not let you rest or feel comfortable, as you shed your old skins and become new again. Today, begin this new month by recognizing that what you resist will persist. Whatever pain from your past you’ve tried to outrun, you can’t avoid it forever. It will follow you until you face it and work through it. Once you learn the lessons you need to learn, you can break your patterns and you can stop suffering. Today, consciously let go of making yourself the victim in any situation. Surrender to the fact that life isn't always fair but hanging onto the injustices that you have experiences will stop you from moving forward., despite your best thinking. Today, stop blaming anyone or anything for your present situation. When you blame others instead of accepting that sometimes things just don’t play out the way you wanted them to, you remain stuck in that situation and in all likelihood will find new opportunities to remain a victim. Finally, today start this new month off by stop rushing and pushing things to happen more quickly than they are supposed to and remember to breath. When discomfort arises in our lives it is counterintuitive to do nothing, but not all struggle is a question to be answered.And, sometimes, we can become addicted to or attached to the familiarity of suffering. In truth, we are the ones that created the situations that keep us suffering. Today, begin this new month with gratitude. Be thankful for the experiences and subsequent lessons. Painful though they may have been, they can make you stronger, wiser, happier, and better able to love and be loved. Knowing this makes it much easier to let go of what was so you can receive what is to come. Begin this new month by remembering that “Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know." This new month set your intentions to surrender and to learn your lessons.

Just for today, I surrender to what is. I let go of what was and I have faith in what will be. And so it is.