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I felt drawn to see if the Mindfulness deck had some special words for us today. I was not disappointed. Grounding suggested that we create a room. What would it look like? What color is it painted? How does it make you feel?
I have such a room. I call it my Spirit Room. It has artwork and pictures that my parents loved. It has horse tails from the herd that crossed the rainbow bridge. It has pictures of my children, because they help to ground me. This room started to take form many years ago. I have added to it and taken away items from it as it felt like I needed to move things around. One of the items that I love in this room is my semi round table. It once belonged to my mom. I bought it from her years ago. She borrowed it after she moved into a small apartment. When she crossed over, it found its way back to me. I am grateful that this table has a prominent spot in the Spirit Room. It brings up all kinds of emotions. Some wonderful, some that are not so beautiful. Those heavy emotions have taught me to let them go, so that I may ground myself in the positive, magical energy it offers. This room has supported me as I have healed from painful memories and losses. It will support me as I share about endless possibilities that appear while I am living ‘In the Flow.’
I can hear my Tribe guiding me along the magical road to this adventure. I feel as though there are times when I am resistant to the idea, yet every time I feel a tad bit of that resistance, I am guided in a way that feels easy and peaceful. That calm energy draws me in. It is fine to do baby steps. Just keep moving forward. Dancing all the while!
The second card, Listening. What have people said about you that was kind? This card reminds me of the discussions we have here and the ones that have been in the Thrive in 25 Body Groove challenge. What do people thank you for? Those are your gifts. I bet putting these two together is an important part of living life, “In the Flow!” Do what feels good to your heart. Follow that, because that leads us on a magical journey. Will it all be unicorns and rainbows? Maybe, maybe not, but I think we live magically when we Are kind and living a life that brings us and others gratitude.
I have been told that I am a good listener, problem solver and that I am patient. I am thanked for all of these things, too! WOW. I am grateful. What are you told that you are good at? What do people thank you for?
The 3rd card is also a listening card. This one asks us to listen to our body. Yes, I love this card. I was taught to listen to my body by a counselor I can not locate. Her name was Elaine Thander. She worked with Mavis Karn and Joe Bailey at the time. They taught me to notice when my body was angry, scared, worried etc. as well as when I felt joy and happiness. I would say, that was when I started to experience a lot of magic in my life. I forget to listen or notice from time to time, but eventually I remember and feel that I am living a life that is very much, In the Flow. I am grateful for their teachings and for this card.
I believe that more people need to learn how to follow this feeling. I believe it is how we will navigate a healthier life. It is a way to make better choices and to live a stronger healthier life. I count on it daily. Many times a day to remind me to eat healthy, drink plenty of water or tea, and to get some good exercise.
Can you listen to your body? Do you trust it to lead you to a happier, healthier and stronger place? Baby Steps!
The Wisdom Oracle Deck called to me today. 2 cards popped right out of the deck. Yes, like the ones above, these are for the community that finds them.
5. Orphaned. Before I read about it. I thought about this word. Being without a parent or leader came to mind. It brings up sadness, so I will feel this sadness. I will honor it and move on. Because the sadness is in my thoughts. It is not happening at this moment. I look around me and all I see are joyful things. Tilly is lying next to me on one side. Tipper is on the other side. My husband is sitting in his chair next to the fire. My tea is still hot and the words are coming to me quickly.
While reading the message, I am touched. Essential meaning. A sense of loss; not fitting in; the need to belong; uncertainty about your place. OK, that rings a bit close to home for me. How about for you?
Some takeaways from the Oracle Message: It is important to find where you fit in. Be true to your core truths and values. Know that you will find your place with others of like mind and spirit. Not everyone will understand you. It’s time to move on.
WOW. We are so meant to belong. I think this is why we have so many clicks and gangs. People need to belong to a community. They want to fit in. I want to be part of a loving, kind, caring, listening community that trusts in their wisdom. I want to be with empathic people who celebrate, love, joy, hope and happiness. I let go of the narcissistic, negative, fear inducing beliefs that so many find comfortable. I let go of control, fear and jealousy for love, empathy and kindness. Mindful of how our energy is a magnet for more of what we give to others. I belong to a strong, healthy community.
23. Peace. This is the perfect word to follow Orphan. When I read it, I knew it was the right card for the community. The picture of the dove carrying the branch for peace over the sphere led me to see the face in the sphere. I don’t always see the face in these cards that quickly. Finding it gave me peace, too! It was there, right in front of me to find. We need more peace in the world, yes, but more importantly, we need to feel this peace. For feeling at peace will attract more peace into our lives. Soak that feeling up. As though you are laying in a pool of water with your hands stretched out. Floating peacefully while watching the clouds drift by. That is the feeling this card led me to feel. What are you feeling?
Essential Meaning. Freedom from attachment; Radical acceptance. Oracle message. It doesn’t get any better than this. A quiet mind and a fulfilled heart. The way to peace is through radical acceptance. Everything in your world is exactly as it should be. Harmony is beautiful. Enjoy it.
Well, that was unexpected. How do you feel about that message? I need to process it for a moment or two I think. I do believe in living in this moment, not in the past or the future. Yes, I forget and need to remind myself of that, but I do believe that what I have in this moment is what I have. I reminded my students when they were full of fear to ground themselves. To listen for 3 things. Look for 3 things, feel 3 things etc. This was a way to help them let go of the “STUFF” the were consumed by and I guess, “Radically Accept” the present moment.
My favorite mantra is, ‘My life always works out. It always has and always will!’
Today, I washed up two of the toys I had been looking for to share with Tilly. She was so darn happy as she carried each one around and happily chewed on them. One at a time. She reminds me to live in the moment. Sleep when you need to sleep, cry if you're sad, listen to the world going on around you.
This morning, before my eyes were open, I noticed her moving. She did not see me looking at her. She was quiet and calm. At peace with the world as everyone around her was asleep. When I said something to her, she jumped for joy. I could hear her say, “She is up, she is awake, we can play now!”
Tilly lives in the flow. She lives in the moment. She brings us joy! May we all live such a magical and peaceful life
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Breath, Relax, Allow
Last night in my vision or lucid dream, I saw a lioness. She was facing to the left and roaring before she faced forward. She was strong, brave and joyful. A brave heart. A lovely soul. I saw that she was talking to someone between roars.
I see a person. A fairy, maybe? She is loving this person or fairly. Dipping her head and letting the fairy rub her ears. Much like my horses do when I am scratching them. She wants it right there… no there… She is kind and gentle. She knows she is powerful, but at this moment, she does not need to be powerful.
Was there a reason for that vision that continued on today in this meditation?
The message is to be like the lioness. Know when you need to roar. Know when it is time to be kind and loving. Know when you can ask for what you need. Feel the energy between them. Feel the power that each offers you as well as others. Be an inspiration like the lioness. Listen to that spirit animal often.
Breath, relax, allow.
Do you have any more questions?
This is a conversation. You can ask questions or you can sit quietly and listen to your heart beat or to the beat of the heart, like a drum tapping in the distance. Either works.
I would like to thank you again for all that you do for us. I live a charmed and magical life. I am grateful for this life. I am grateful for my four legged friends and for my amazing hubby. Thank you for Tilly. I was not convinced that bringing a puppy into our home during the winter was a good idea, but it has been. Thank you for arranging her delivery.
It is our pleasure. She is needed, as Debbra said, for your ‘In the Flow’ adventure. You will see. She has been prepared. She is a wise one and strong and determined. She learns fast and will keep you on your toes. Yes, but in a loving, joyful way. Dancing along with you as you go about your day She is already doing more for your soul than we anticipated. You are the one who is open to her magic, so it is bringing forth more magnificence than we'd had hoped for. Keep living in the zone. Be creative, happy and establish routines. Feeding her part of her meal while she was dancing around was so fun to watch. She figured out quickly that all that jumping was not getting her the food. She sat quietly for you so you would give her a treat, even though she was a very impatient puppy. Tipper is learning right alone with her.
Thank you….
Breath, relax allow
Breath in for five, hold for 5, breathe out for five…. Do this at least 3 times.
Oh my, I think I see Jesus on a cross.
The meditation ended. The alarm went off.
Well, I have a lot to ponder. Jesus??? I am spiritual, but not religious so seeing Jesus was completely unexpected. I actually was in denial for a few moments, thinking something else must surely appear.
Manifest a magical day or more!
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