As we all know, and now it’s a meme, our assigned task here is the journey. Not the destination. But, because we’re flawed animals, we forget.
Recently I was made aware of a clever way to remember. The phrasing is catchy, and it lyrically brings this message home. I like direct, and I like alliteration.
Here is what the Universe would like us to focus on right now:
Chance
Choice
Change
What this means is, possibilities will cross our paths. We are then given the option of what to do with various opportunities. As a result of our selection, we can then alter our route.
None of the choices are mistakes. Just as none of the changes are problems. No matter how or what we go with, we’ll learn. We’ll do better. We’ll improve. Our forward momentum will be enhanced, which offers us additional avenues for helping others.
Because that’s WHY we’re here! I did like how this was worded though, it felt authentic and useful.
Personally, this sang to me. It sounded good in my head and when spoken outloud. It also felt good. Like, a gentle helping hand, instead of a jolting nudge to the ribs.
We have to watch for those chances. We need to feel the instinctive choices. And then, with ease and grace, we must slide into our changes with comfort and free release of all that no longer serves.
We HAVE to start with Today’s Sharing. Because it’s a chance for me to brag about my kids. First thing, the Son will be taking me* out to dinner, as my (belated) birthday gift, on Tuesday. I’m extremely excited, we’re going to THIS PLACE.
*Sure, his dad can join us. I guess.
Next, last night our Empress posted an amazingly sweet piece on Facebook. It made me so freaking happy, and of course it made me cry. Finally, go HERE to see what Hanny has been up to. And getting paid for! (Then share it around.)
Now, back to business. Here is what our channeled message said, as I rolled out of bed today:
one foot in front of the other,
in front of the other,
in front of the other ……….
Which I interpreted to mean that our paths may contain a rough patch or two. But when we keep going, continue treating all experiences as lessons, then the challenges are less difficult to maneuver around.
And on our card altar, we are handed a terrific validation. (With a really nice illustration/photograph.)
If you have been plagued with negative thoughts lately then Tiger’s Eye crystals will help you rid yourself of unwanted thoughts and help you regain a positive and more inspiring attitude. You will soon begin to see things clearly and realise that there was really nothing to fear in the first place.
Calm your thoughts and start to listen to your intuition. Know that all is well and that only love surrounds you.
This card is also to do with communication. You may avoid unnecessary turmoil and problems by communicating clearly with others. Don’t be afraid to express your views honestly and make sure there is no misunderstanding. You will gain respect and admiration for doing so.”
Whenever the Universe says, ” … there was really nothing to fear in the first place” I am immediately calm and centered. Followed up by a statement of how All Is Well and my mind is completely at ease.
Today’s Deck:
Crystal Oracle Cards by Toni Carmine Salerno
Today’s Mileage:
was made up of two errands, for 7.692 miles, in 43 minutes 23 seconds, with a surprisingly quick pace of 10.6 MPH (I have no idea why, nothing much different from yesterday).
This Week’s Necessary (Bargain) Purchase:
is the fine item pictured below. (It’s singular, right? Or would that be a PAIR, so… plural? Never mind, don’t tell me, I don’t actually care.)
Brand means next-to-nothing to me. This just happened to be the one that did the right shit.
The last device (also considered “sporty” earbuds), which carried music to my ears, had a fatal malfunction. (That might, or might not, have had something to do with being closed in a garage door.) Today was the test run/maiden voyage. Performance analysis? Perfection!
The healing continues. But wow, it gets quite heavy at times, so much to struggle with/through. I met with *K* this afternoon. Still discussing grief eating and this whole “3 traditional meals a day” situation. Yeah, lotsa work.
Her office had a hand-out on their bulletin board that was pretty interesting, so I thought we should all look at it together. It was long, this is a condensed version, go HERE to get the full-page view, and NEDA website credit.
“Ten Steps To Positive Body Image
Appreciate all that your body can do.
Keep a top 10 list of things you like about yourself.
Remind yourself that ‘true beauty’ is not simply skin-deep.
Look at yourself as a whole person.
Surround yourself with positive people.
Shut down those voices in your head that tell you your body is not ‘right’ ….
Wear clothes that are comfortable and that make you feel good ….
Become a critical viewer of social and media messages.
Do something nice for yourself ….
Use the time and energy that you might have spent worrying about food, calories, and your weight to do something to help others.”
It’s not like we don’t know nearly all of this already, especially those of us (ME!) with such a long history of disordered thinking when it comes to food and ourselves. This version was just done really well.
What did NOT go well was our channeled message. My dreams were confusing, and not entirely super restful. So when I woke up, I had a hard time pinning down the words we needed. But, I got there.
Contacting with compassion,
even as open-minded as we strive to be,
there is always room for improvement.
The image that came immediately to mind was what I (mentally) saw right before I left the bed. Neighbors (fictional ones) were not who I thought they were/who they appeared to be, so I needed to step up the kindness level, the caring.
The feeling was about how we really don’t know enough, on the surface, to make any judgement or decision. Simply smiling and being nice can be the best move.
On our card altar, back to our regular rotation, we are (again) reminded that intuition is the best form of guidance. All of the key words here are validating, connecting theses messages charmingly together as one.
“The Swan Queen ~ 13 ~ information, intuition, patience
The Swan Queen glides your way and asks that you look at your reflection in the events of your life. She gives you the ability to see the beauty that has transformed your life from ignorance to wisdom. The Swan Queen lets you know that it’s time to go within and seek the answers in your intuition.
Don’t look outside yourself for answers now; the true power lies reflected in the still waters within you. Now is the moment to meditate and ask for a vision. The power of psychic perception is inherent in you, and the Swan Queen will help you dive deep into your query to find the answers you seek.
This is also a reminder to allow time to transform ideas into reality. Nothing happens overnight.”
It was so freaking hot today (pushing 96 regularly since last weekend), I’m just going to stare at her snow for a bit, and soak up the cool.
Today’s Deck:
Wisdom Of The Hidden Realm Oracle Cards by Colette Baron-Reid
Today’s Mileage:
was to the library and to my appointment. But there was so much damn road construction and stupid traffic that I rode much farther than I usually do for the same destinations. 8.524 miles in 50 minutes 10 seconds, with a (not-bad for the circumstances) fairly zippy average of 10.1 MPH.
My girl is the small (standing) silhouette on the very far left side (who is caught live tweeting in this view). She didn’t get much sleep, but that’s become part of the job. I worry about it constantly. And encourage her to nap.
Welcome to JulieLand 