The illusion of control

As human beings we all have the need to feel like we are in control of everything. And when we try to control everything, we get attached to how we think it should play out; we think we know the best way for things to happen. But many examples in my life have shown me that when I trust and let go of thinking I know best, the outcome is better than anything I could have imagined. And, that is exactly what we all need to do today. Letting go doesn’t mean giving up the desire, it means letting go of the struggle. It’s exhausting needing to be in control all the time and the truth really is that any sense of control that we think that we have is false anyway. Today, it is time for you and me to recognize that our greatest power is in learning how to trust. When we focus on our desires with a sense of non-attachment to exactly how they unfold, it releases the blocks and opens us up to greater opportunity. Today, allow yourself to release the need to control everything and everyone. And, know that sometimes you just need to relax and remind yourself that you’re doing the best you can and everything is going to turn out just fine. Do so today.

Just for today, I let go of my need to control everything and everyone. I relax and know that everything I need to know is revealed to me at the perfect time in the perfect way. I trust in the perfection of Divine timing and allow my life to unfold as it should. I am safe, divinely guided and protected. I trust the process of Life and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Look for the good in life

Have you ever noticed how as human beings, we tend to go negative? That our eyes look for what's wrong and we are suspicious about things that look too good or seem too easy. And although it’s not bad to see the negative because it can help you from falling into pits by looking out for potholes, seeing only the negative results in a kind of tunnel vision, which limits your life and your experiences. Today, begin a new habit of looking for the good. Stop looking for what's not working and look for something that is working, something sweet, something lovely, something that opens your heart up. Look for the good in people, look for the good in the mirror, look for the good in Life and that is exactly what you will find.

Just for today, I now receive my good from expected and unexpected sources. I am unlimited being, receiving from unlimited source in an unlimited way. I am blessed beyond my fondest dreams. Every obstacle is but a stepping stone. My good cannot be stopped. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Bring some balance into your life

Today is a good day to catch up with yourself. You and I have been bombarded with experiences that are begging us to change, to do, and to create a new life. However, all the "busyness" can actually distract you from seeing and feeling what you really want to do and just might stop you from moving forward or making the changes. Today make some time to simply sit in silence for a moment and listen to your inner wisdom to your intuition. Allow yourself to be quiet, still and to daydream. It is just may be the most productive thing you can do right now.

Just for today, my life is joyously balanced between work and play. My mind and body are in perfect balance. When I create peace and harmony in my mind and my heart I will find it in my life. The inner creates the outer always. I am at harmony with all people, places and things. I am at peace and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Trust your inner wisdom

We all have a constant stream of thoughts meandering through our minds. That’s part of being human. However, you get to choose which of those thoughts to engage with. You get to decide which thoughts you pay attention to and which ones are just fear and ego. Today, it is time to get out of your head and into your heart and your feelings. You do not have to stop thinking, which is the goal of meditation, you just need to simply to be selective about whether you believe your thinking. Because most of your thoughts are just stories you made up, often regretting the past or worrying about the future. Today, instead of listening to the endless stream of thoughts, consciously quiet your mind and pay attention to how you feel about things. That would be your intuition speaking to you. You are making some radical changes in your life right now and it is so important for you to get beyond the endless loop of thoughts and pay attention to the internal clues. Your intuition not your thoughts is always on your side, if you listen to it. Today get out of your head, think less and feel more.

Just for today, I listen to my feelings and I am gentle with myself. I know that all my feelings are my friends. I trust my inner wisdom. I allow myself to be quiet and still and I am amazed at what I discover, Life is just waiting to share its secrets with me. I know the more I dwell on what I do not want that is exactly what I will get more of. I trust my intuition to always be on my side. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Allow your life to happen

Many of us right now are in a place that we know that we can't go back to what and who we were before this pandemic. However, most of us don't know what comes next. And, when you’re in a state of confusion, resistance can easily set in. That resistance can cause anger, fear, panic, tension, and stress. Then, as a consequence of those emotions, you and I can also feel tempted to force a decision, to make things happen. But it is at exactly at these times of confusion and uneasiness that we need to practice the art of allowing. Today it is time to surrender and stop pushing your new beginnings. When you’re confused about what to do next, fully surrendering to the possibilities will help you see a clear path ahead, even if all your ego wants you to keep pushing, fighting and trying. Sometimes it takes real effort to do nothing and simply be in the experience. Especially because most of us want control, and we feel the need to be in charge of every aspect of our lives, especially at junctures when we perceive that our present circumstances are under the threat of change.Today, have faith that your inner wisdom will tell you when the time is right to reach out for an opportunity. When you do this, you are truly living in the present. And you can open up to real and lasting change, secure in the knowledge that your journey is as individual as you are and that whatever comes next is meant to be. By practicing the art of allowing, you accept that change is constant. You also accept that control is an illusion and that in reality you control nothing that is happening to you, except the way you respond/react to what happens to you. Today, allow yourself some quiet time to surrender, allow what is happening to happen and trust that everything is always working out for your highest good.

Just for today, I recognize that no person, place or things has any power over me for I am the only thinker in my mind. It does not matter what other people do or say. What does matter is how I choose to react and what I choose to believe about myself. I choose to feel good about myself not matter what they say, do or think. I am safe. It is only change and everything in truth is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Full Moon in Aquarius

We have a full moon in Aquarius tonight and Full Moons always illuminate the things that we need to change, helping us to see a bigger truth and to expand our way of thinking. This full moon is all about shaking things up and may leave you feeling like you are walking on shaky ground, uncertain of the future and what is to unfold. But through this process of shaking things up, it does promise an awakening that even though your life will be shaken and stirred, you will come out the other side with new perspective and new wisdom. This Full Moon will illuminate what you no longer need in your life. Whatever withstands the shaking remains, whatever was already weak will fall away. This energy is not there to upset your life, rather it is there to help you to remove and let go of the things that are no longer meant for you. The truth is most of us know when it’s time to let go of something or someone, but sometimes it can be hard to do so. The shake-up from this Full Moon will help you to gently let go of those things, and to remind you that you do not need to hold onto out of fear. Today, ask yourself what are you holding on to out of fear? What thoughts, beliefs, people, circumstances are you gripping onto?This Full Moon asks you to clear the way. It asks you to shake up your beliefs, your ideas, your circumstances, so you can see what needs to remain and what needs to go. Under this Aquarius Full Moon energy, it is better to let things shake and fall where they may, rather than trying to control everything, even if your ego and brain tells you otherwise. Today set your intentions to let go without fighting, worrying, wondering or feeling lost. Today, surrender, go with the flow and allow the Universe to show you the way with grace in your heart. Today, let go and know that when the pieces have landed where they may, you will feel renewed, restored, and awakened with a greater knowing of who you are and where you need to be.

Just for today, I am willing to let go. I let go of all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. I let go of everything and everyone that no longer serves any purpose in my life. I now choose to release all hurt and resentment. I forgive everyone including myself. I release them with love. They are now free and I am now free to move forward with love in my heart. I am safe. I am willing to change and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

It's Leo season

We are in Leo Season for the next three weeks which can intensify your passions, bring you courage, confidence and creativity. And, the fire of Leo can either help to warm your heart or help you to rage out of control. It can help generate light and warmth or burn with destruction. You have a choice this month on how you use the energy of the fire of Leo. You can channel this energy in positive ways or you can use it to rage, pick fights and express yourself in ways that hurt others and ultimately end up hurting you. You can use the energy to have the courage to change or you can continue to use your rage to fight and prove to the world that you are "right." Today, set your intentions to use your words to uplift and inspire rather that to cut down and belittle those around you; to express your creativity in positive, fulfilling ways rather than to keep creating drama in your life; to nurture your passions rather than your discontentment and to disengage from unnecessary arguments, even if they make you feel in control and powerful-the truth is you always lose when you argue and fight from that intense energy. Today set your intentions to have a jovial month by using the radiant energy of Leo to help you be a light for the world and to live your passions.

Just for today, I let go of the need to be "right". I release the need to blame anyone else, including myself. We are all doing the best we can with the knowledge, understanding and awareness that we have right now. I cannot change another person. I let others be who they are and I simply love who I am. I am safe and all Life loves and supports me. Everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Put an end to your suffering and learn your lessons

As unbelievable as it may seem, we are finishing up another month. A month that certainly gave us some lessons! And, today would be a good day to reflect on all that has happened to you this month, especially what you are meant to learn. You went through those experiences for a reason. If you are having trouble finding clarity about why you have attracted certain experiences over and over again, then most likely the answers have to do with you not being true to yourself in some way. We all attract what we need to help us learn our lessons. If we do not take the time to really understand and to integrate what we are supposed to learn, you can guarantee that you will have the same experiences again, until you learn those lessons. Today, make some time with yourself to decipher your lessons so you can move on.

Just for today, I am willing to learn something new every day. I am willing to see how and where I need to change. I cannot learn other people's lessons for them. They must do their own work and they will do it when they are ready. I recognize that everyone in my life has something to teach me. We have a purpose in being together. I am willing to grow and change. I am safe and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Let go....

One of the most challenging things in life is knowing when to let go. Most of us default to safety, which often means procrastinating and generally feeling stuck. While there’s nothing wrong with safety—it is, after all, one of our basic needs—we must learn to discern what is truly safe and what is safe for the sake of comfort and conformity. Today, it is time for us all to step out of the safety game and let go of the people, places, things, habits and beliefs that are keeping you and I feeling safe but in reality stuck. Resistance and fear will try to tell you a whole lot of stories about why you should be grateful and stay put. They will give you a lot of reasons, rationalizations and perhaps lies of why you should just stay where you are. However, if you wait long enough and dismiss your deep truth, life will make sure that truth comes out one way or another. Events and circumstances will happen that will cause you to move, and sometimes cause you to move at a rate that you did not expect or plan. Today, consciously set your intentions to stop waiting for life to force you to change or to cause a bunch of drama to make you change. You are worthy of feeling fulfilled and nourished; that is the point of life. Today, recognize that everything has a season—sometimes the season lasts a minute, sometimes it lasts years, but eventually there is a new season on the horizon. Nothing you do or nothing that you have done is or was a waste of time. Every experience has a meaning in your life. Today, listen to your inner wisdom and let go because a new season is right in front of you.

Just for today, I am willing to let go. l willingly let go of all the people, places, things, beliefs and habits that no longer serve any purpose in my life. I give myself permission to let go. I let go of all my childhood fears. I am secure empowered human being. I deserve the very best that life has to offer and I lovingly allow myself to accept it now. I am safe and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Speak your truth

We have a sensitive Scorpio moon today and it can help you get in touch with your deepest feelings, especially those you have wanted to suppress. Today, give yourself some time to feel what has been pressing on your heart and then share those feelings, instead of holding them in. In reality, when you become shameful of your truths, you end up cutting off, discrediting, and devaluing a hugely important chunk of who you are and how you show up in the world. Often we swallow our own opinions or needs in order to “keep the peace.” Today it is time to take very small steps to rock the boat! Of course, you must be discerning who you share your truths with. Do not share them with those people in your life who have no ability to listen to you or to your feelings because they only have the ability to judge you, which may leave you feeling regretful about sharing your feelings, about sharing your truths. Today, take a risk and share your truths with those people who have the capability to listen and to try to understand. Today, know that you will move your life forward when you start speaking your truth. Just for today, my heart is open and I speak with words of love. I allow myself to feel all of my feelings, not just the ones I like. It does not matter what other people say or do. What matters is how I choose to react and what I choose to believe about myself. I choose to believe that I am worthy of respect and all that is good in Life. I am safe when I speak my truth. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Life is not linear

Progress on your life path isn't linear. despite what we are all taught. or what your mind may think. For every peak, there’s been a valley. For every leap forward, there’s a stumble backward—sometimes just an inch, and other times, what seems like miles. And, you just might be judging yourself for not being farther enough along in your life . Or you might just be beating yourself up for being in what seems like the same pattern. However, today it is time for you to recognize that you in reality are a completely different person than you were yesterday or the day before. In fact, you have gained immeasurable wisdom to help you navigate the spiral ahead with skill and courage. Today, allow yourself to give yourself more credit than you have been and know that you have what it takes to move yourself forward in leaps and bounds. Know that you have within you the strength, fortitude and skills for whatever comes your way. And, know that you are indeed on the right path whether you feel frightened or not. Today, move through this day trusting that you have everything you need to move forward. Do not allow yourself to look backwards, your past is done and it is time for you and I to move forward on the path that feels most rewarding to us. Today, trust and move forward-you are so ready.

Just for today, I no longer judge or criticize myself. I am free to love myself just as I am. Loving myself just as I am allows me to be all that I can be. I release all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. I recognize that everything I need to know is already within me. I allow myself to listen to my inner wisdom and when I do I hear all the answers to all the questions I shall every ask. I am safe. I am on the right path and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Balance and boundaries

This is a day for balance and harmony. And, we certainly can all use some balance with all the chaos in the world today. It is a day to begin to create balance in your relationships and about creating healthy boundaries. But, honoring your needs while balancing the needs of others can be a challenging dance. And, you may find yourself giving more than you receive. You may even think that being a nice, kind, generous person always means people would treat you the same way in return. However, we all know that isn't always the case. Today, the Universe wants to teach you to be more generous with yourself and to learn to treat yourself with as much respect and care as you do others.Today set your intentions to balance giving and receiving. Even if you natural tendencies are to feel guilty or not worthy of receiving, you just might find that becoming a good receiver as well as a good giver can bring unexpected gifts and can leave everyone feeling abundant and blessed. Use today's energy to begin to treat yourself as well as you treat others.

Just for today, I am a balance of giving and receiving, of being and doing, of intention and conscious action. I am safe in all my relationships. I give and receive lots of love. I am worthy of all that is good in life and I accept it now. I respect my healthy boundaries and I insist that others to do. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Shine your light

Wohoo, it's Leo season!! Let love rule! For the past four weeks we have been delving into the depths of watery Cancer, a sign that is ruled by the Moon. Leo, however, is ruled by the Sun. The shift in energy might literally feel like the difference between night and day.; like someone just turned on the lights again. Leo is the sign that governs the heart and like the Sun, you are meant to radiate your light without apology. This is the lesson of Leo. Today, it is time for you to shine. It is time to create, have fun and cherish those you love. Enjoy this uplifting energy.

Just for today, I relax and enjoy life. I know that whatever I need to know is revealed to me at perfect time in the perfect way. I will not allow noise, chatter or setbacks to distract me. I will allow patience, purpose, commitment and grace to guide. I relax and remind myself not to take everything so seriously. My life gets more fabulous every day. I look forward to what each new hour brings. I am safe. I am loved and all is truly well in my world. And so it is.