Change is good

Happy November. As we move toward the end of the year, this month will provide us with the energy to make big, profound changes in our lives-inwardly and outwardly. Ironically, the only constant thing in all of our lives is change. And, yet we universally fear it at a gut level. Today, as we welcome in a new month, begin to see change in a new and different way. Begin to see change as progress, and progress means happiness. Trying to fight change is like trying to stop the seasons. Nature is in constant transformation, and so are you, and so is your life. Today, begin to embrace change as something natural, as something that is positive. When you accept living as progressive and ever-changing, you will feel more alive, purposeful, and proud of yourself. You will begin to see more meaning in the experience of living.Change might not always be easy, but it is what leads us to different experiences and lessons in life. And, that is what life is all about-a journey of evolution and learning, not a race to get to a place where you think you will find happiness. Life is change. Growth is optional. Today, choose wisely.

Just for today, I am willing to grow and change. When I am ready to make positive changes in my life, I attract whatever I need to help me. I choose to believe that it is easy to change a belief or thought pattern. Life brings me only good experiences and out of this situation only good will come. I am safe. It is only change. And so it is.

Trick or Treats-you get to choose

Happy Halloween! Today, the Universe is bringing you tricks and treats because Mercury is going retrograde. For the next twenty two days, Mercury, the planet of communication and transportation is taking a backspin, which famously brings computer snafus and electronic malfunctions. However, this Mercury Retrograde will be a bit different because we are in the deeply feeling sign of Scorpio. So, this retrograde is all about looking within so that you can reconnect your heart and mind. This retrograde, you and I are meant to deepen your communication and rekindle your passions-to gain clarity by weeding out everything and everyone who no longer serves any purpose in our lives-especially outdated beliefs and thought patterns. Today, create some of your own treats by slowing down and focusing your attention within. During this Mercury retrograde, your mind can play tricks on you. It can make something seem worse than it is and it can also color your experiences and the way you perceive the world. You mind is powerful and is something that can control your life, if you don’t pause, reflect, and pay attention to the thoughts and the messages that you are telling yourself. Today, set your intentions to be very conscious about your inner dialogue, the messages that you tell yourself and the words that you use to describe yourself and your life. Work on creating a healthy, peaceful, and serene environment for your mind and you will find that Mercury will be able to help you recharge your mental batteries with greater ease. Your thoughts and beliefs create your life, today choose them wisely.

Just for today, I recognize that Life is very simple. I create my experiences by my thinking and feeling patterns. What I believe about myself and my life becomes true for me. I do not fix my problems. I fix my thinking and my problems fix themselves. I know that it is my mind that creates my experiences and that I am unlimited in my own ability to create the good in my life. Every thought is creating my future. Life brings me only good experiences and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Let your heart lead you

Resistance is the gap between what our mind thinks and what our heart knows. The bigger the gap, the more out of alignment the mind is with the heart and the more resistance there is. And, that resistance can show up as sabotaging behavior like procrastination, non-action, laziness or restlessness. It can also show up as irritability, frustration, boredom, doubt, fear, confusion or uncertainty. Your heart is a bridge to your soul and your soul is your connection to universal source or the divine spirit. When you listen with your heart you can see with your soul and you can receive loving guidance from the divine in every moment. Today, begin to recognize that if you have been searching for your life’s purpose, then you need to follow your heart and stop trying to figure it out in your head. Today, allow yourself to get out of your head and into your heart. And, then allow your heart to lead you in every moment.Pay attention to resistance because it is your friend shining a big light on what needs to heal.Be willing to let go of everything you think you know so you can tap into the divine wisdom of your heart. It will lead you to everything your heart desires and so much more. It will lead you to your life’s purpose and when you follow your heart it will create the greatest impact on your life and on the world. Today, let your heart lead you and be your guide.

Just for today, I recognize that healing happens when I get my mind out of they way and allow the intelligence of my body to do its healing work naturally. I listen to the wisdom of my heart. I trust my intuition. I am willing to listen to that small still voice inside of me and when I do, I hear all the answers to all the questions that I shall ever ask. I am divinely guided, protected and loved. I am safe and all is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Break time

Personal growth is often a slow and painful process! Just because you have awakened does not mean that your life will instantly change. Nor does it mean that you have to push yourself harder to become who you want to be or worse off, you beat yourself for where you are right now. In fact, the best thing you can do is to nurture yourself and your circumstances just as they are, in this moment. Today, take the time and space to listen to yourself. Give yourself a break and give yourself some time and space to process all the lessons that you are being given. Allow things to be, just as they are, without judgment or expectation. Give yourself some room to breathe to gain clarity. Today begin to recognize that letting yourself be weak will give you strength; letting yourself be confused will give you clarity; letting your life be complicated will actually simplify it. Today, stop beating yourself up and recognize that you and I are a work in progress, which means we get there a little at a time, not all at once. Today, take a break and cut yourself one too!

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 am in the process of making positive changes in every area of my life. I love and approve of myself exactly as I am right now. I am safe. It is only change and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Keep the Faith

Faith is the complete reliance on the power and goodness of Spirit/Universe and the firm belief that you are always connected to that goodness. People often say, “Take a leap of faith.”However, faith does not have to be a blind leap. It can be what we carry with us in each step we take of our daily lives, as the rule and not the exception. It is with faith that we can accomplish our dreams; it is with faith that we can build visions of new beginnings, filled with possibilities; it is with faith that our creativity grows; and it is with faith that we can take hold of the energy we need to carry us through all the changes we will encounter. When you affirm that things might not work out; that your problems are insoluble; that the Universe has not been listening, or that you are powerless in the face of so many struggles, you are affirming doubt rather than faith. The ability to know faith and affirm it allows it to manifest in your life. Today, affirm your faith in the face of doubt with thoughts that things will work out, things will improve and that everything is always working out for your highest good.If you believe it will work out, you’ll see opportunities. If you believe it won’t, you will see obstacles. Today, keep the faith!

Just for today, No person, place or things can irritate or annoy me. I choose to be at peace. I choose to have faith in the unlimited loving power of the Universe. I choose to trust the power that created me to protect me and guide me at all times and under all circumstances. Life supports me in every possible way and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Shock and Awe

We have a sensational New Moon in Scorpio and this New Moon may awaken you to some new truths. Scorpio is designed to help us dive deep into emotions that we have previously ignored. And, no matter what form your awakening takes, there is no escaping that change will happen! And, these changes may come in the form of sudden and sometimes shocking revelations. When you experience an event in your life that is shocking or unexpected. It forces you to look at things from a new lens, from a new perspective; it causes you to see things that you once could not see or perhaps did not want to see-it forces you to be awakened from your slumber of illusion. Whatever this New Moon brings into your life, remember to look at the bigger picture and to see things from a bigger perspective. It is this journey of metamorphosis, of change, which you and I are being guided to walk down. Whatever comes, know that it is part of how we all move through our own cycle of ego (big thinking brains) into the dark night of the soul, and then finally, into spiritual wisdom. Today, use this energy of change to help you break out of the mold that is currently constraining your life so you can live more truthfully to yourself. Take some time to see where you limit your life either through conforming to other expectations or taking care of others' needs; or where your most logical thinking is limiting your life. Today, no matter how shocking your truth may end up being, it will set you free.

Just for today, I recognize that in order to change the outside I must change the inside first. The moment that I am willing to change the inside, it is amazing how the Universe begins to help me. It brings me everything I need. I choose to believe that it is easy to change a thought or behavior pattern. I am willing to change. I am willing to see my life in a whole new way. I am divinely guided, protected and loved. And everything is always working out for my highest good.

SURPRISE

Tomorrow, we have a new moon in Scorpio however you just may be feeling the uncomfortable, irritable energies of that upcoming New Moon. This New Moon is asking us to stay open to everything, good or bad. We all love the good times but, avoid the "bad" times" at all costs. This New Moon will be teaching us that the bad situations are what give us an opportunity to make great change when we step back into our life smarter, stronger and more spiritually evolved, having learned from our "bad" experience. Bad experiences also give us an opportunity to reflect on mistakes we’ve made and cut the bonds with people, places and beliefs, which are not in our highest purpose. Most times this growth and change is painful, which makes it so incredibly meaningful and memorable. Painful situations because they are meaningful and memorable are usually not repeated. Through this personal learning, we then become catalysts for change in our lives. Today, instead of struggling, fighting, being irritable and angry, let go and let yourself be surprised at life, instead being slayed by it. We live in a world of seeming duality and part of our human experience is learning to feel the rainbow of emotions and allowing those emotions to shape us, mold us and help us become who we are supposed to be. Stop trying to figure it all out and just let yourself be surprised.

Just for today, I express gratitude for all the experiences in my life. Each day brings wonderful new surprises. I am grateful for every experience I have ever had for it has shaped into the person who I am today and that is who I am supposed to be right now. I let go of they need to fix and figure everything out in my life and just let Life surprise me. I am safe. I am divinely guided, protected and loved. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Your perceived "enemy" is truly your friend

It is no coincidence that we are drawn to and that we form relationships with people who trigger us. In some way, those people are a match to our own issues- they both challenge us and help us heal and grow. And, they can be the ones that we have the least amount of patience or compassion for. Today, it is time to stop "vilifying" our self created nemesis' for they are, in reality, giving you the opportunity to learn about yourself, to change and to then grow. Know that in the future, you may even thank them—even if only inwardly—for the role they played on your ongoing growth and journey through life. Rather than living through the pain of changing/growing as a helpless victim, try to see the lessons you’ve come to learn from your struggles. In whatever way the lesson is being played out, the true lesson will be some version of you learning to love yourself more; it always is. Today, reclaim your power to whomever and whatever you have given it to and be grateful to that person for allowing you to learn the lesson of self love. Today, remember, you only see in others what you have in yourself.

Just for today, I know that the person I find hardest to feel compassion for and to forgive is the one I need to forgive and let go of the most. I forgive everyone in my past for all perceived wrongs. I release them with love. They are now free and I am now free to move forward with love in my heart. I forgive myself for not being perfect. I forgive and set myself free. I am safe and all is truly well in my world. And so it is.

Pay attention because everything is a message

The Universe is always sending us messages, prompts, advice, hints, or whatever we need to steer us in the direction of our heart’s desire. However, most of us are too busy, too distracted, too intelligent or too logical to listen and to act on those messages. Today, even if you believe that everything is random, begin to accept that you can benefit from "listening" to the present moment instead of getting caught up in your own world-the world within your head. When you get out of your head and start to live in the present moment a whole new world will unfold before your eyes. Today, consciously and deliberately be mindful and concentrate fully and intently on the present moment without any form of judgment.Become aware of how much you live and experience the world in your head and when you do catch yourself thinking about the past or the future, bring your mind back to the present moment, breathe deeply, take in what is happening around you, check in with how you are feeling, be thankful, and keep your mind open. You won’t know what your intuition is telling you unless you stop to truly listen. This is when life really happens! Today, pay attention because everything is a message for you.

Just for today, I release the past and turn my total attention to this present moment. I am a powerful person because I choose to live in this present moment. I allow myself to be quiet and still and I am amazed at what I hear, Life is just waiting to share its secrets with me. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

It's Scorpio Season

Today our sun enters the sign of Scorpio. For the next month, the energies of Scorpio will ask you to dive into the depths of your psyche and to look for the meaning in just about everything-all for the purpose of helping you to transform your life. This energy is not to be feared or dreaded for it will bring you closer to your true desires and enhance your relationships. This month, everything superficial in your life will not fair well, including your superficial relationships. The energies of Scorpio will not allow you to keep taking the safe middle-ground or avoiding conflict in order to be liked. Today, give yourself some time to listen to your heart and to your intuition. When you start seeing your worth, you will find it harder to hang around with people who don't.

Just for today, I attract only loving, healthy relationships for they are a mirror of who and what I am. Other people honor and respect me because I love and respect myself. I am safe in all my relationships. I give and receive lots of love. Love operates in all my relationships from the most casual to the intimate. I now love and respect myself enough to let go of all people, places and things that no longer serve any purpose in my life. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Courage

“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” And, today the Universe is giving you and I the courage to take our ideas and make them a reality. If something scares you or if you are afraid to take the next steps then in all likelihood those next steps are important to you. Today, allow the universal energies to help you to summon up the courage to transform your fears into steps towards your dreams. Today, set your intentions to take tiny steps in the right direction even if it terrifies to you. Have the courage to do something you wouldn’t normally do despite the fact that you’d much prefer to do what you usually do, you'd much prefer to not change. Today, just take one step at the time in the right direction. You know what the next step for you is, right now. Take that step and remember that courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than your fear. Today, be courageous.

Just for today, I return to the basics of life-courage, gratitude, forgiveness, love and humor. I let go of all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. I have the courage to live my dreams. I am courageous. I am whole. I stand in my power. Life supports me in every possible way and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Balance

You have been changing and growing-both internally and externally. However, sustained growth and productivity aren't always about movement and getting things done. They are also about finding balance-balance between rest, play, work, exercise, intention and focus. Today, set your intentions to allow yourself to slow down so that you can catch up with yourself and your progress. Today, allow yourself to look and listen to what's inside of you, rather than listening to what direction other people think you should be moving in. Only you know what is right for you. And, if you should hit some stumbling blocks along the way or become fearful or uncertain of the next steps on your journey, then let joy be your guide. As you are guided by your joy instead of fear, you will always be guided in the right direction and you will go farther in life than you ever imagined. In truth, your happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.

Just for today, I remember that when I create peace and harmony in my mind, I will find it in my life. The inner creates the outer, always. My life is joyously balanced between work and play. My mind and body are in perfect balance. I am a harmonious being. I am safe. It is only change and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

People pleasing

Inside every people-pleaser is a little child who never felt worthy of love and was afraid of being rejected and abandoned by his/ her loved ones. Being good and nice and striving for approval is a way to try to suppress that fear. And as they grow, people pleasers try to avoid conflict and others’ anger at all costs and will do anything to defuse a confrontation or argument. Furthermore, people-pleasers judge themselves very harshly and often set themselves unrealistic expectations. They feel they need to be perfect in order to be accepted or loved. They feel they cannot make mistakes or risk upsetting or disappointing people.And, finally people-pleasers need to be needed. It’s their automatic response to help others and try to make others happy, and they very often take other people’s actions, behavior and emotions personally, believing they’re responsible for making others feel better.Today, set your intentions to become aware of how you put other people's well being and happiness before your own. Instead of looking for validation from other people and the outside world, today begin to turn your attention inwards-towards loving yourself. Self-love is essential. It isn’t selfish to think about what you want and need. It isn’t selfish to make decisions about your life based on what you want and need rather than to merely please others. Today, let go of your need to please everyone, over your own needs. You owe it to yourself to put your people-pleasing ways behind you. You owe it to yourself to take care of you first, because that is the only real way you can truly help other people. Today, know you are worthy and deserving of your own love.

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. I know that the greatest gift that I can give myself is unconditional love. I love and accept myself exactly as I am. My needs are just as important as everyone else's. I honor my needs by putting them first in my life. I am safe. It is only change. And all is truly well in my world. And so it is