Happy 2016!

May you ring in the New Year with joy and may the Angels see you safely home (even if you're already there)! Happy New Year!

Just Breathe

Before you speak, act or make and important decision, stop and breathe. 

It not only helps you to relax to make the best choice possible, but it invites Spirit into your energy. This increases the possibility that your next action will be taken from a place of love.

You can envision Divine light and energy coming in through your crown chakra as you inhale. Allow negativity and fear to exit on the exhale.

Make this a habit and your life will be a calmer more beautiful place.

What Did You Learn?

As we enjoy this brief pause between holidays, it is a good time to evaluate the events of the past year.

It's not guilt or competition, just information. What did this past year teach you? What gifts did it bring? What direction do you want your life to take next?

If this is a challenge, call in your Angels to help you remember and make suggestions for ways to improve your life.

Life is meant to be enjoyed and all of Heaven is on your side. The odds are completely stacked in your favor. All you have to do is suit up and follow the guidance of your Heavenly coaches.

Now go out there and win!

The Power of Responsibility

In any given disagreement or argument, the ego's first step is to place the blame upon the other: "You couldn't help it! It was her fault!"

This outward focus takes away your power. Go back and think, "What could I have done differently?" 

You may not see much that you could change, or the responsibility might fall mostly upon you. Either way, you learn and grow and gain more tools and resources for future interactions with others.

You are not blaming yourself, you are taking responsibility for your own actions. With great responsibility comes great power! Good for you! Remember to wield it wisely!

The Holiday Rush

Holiday energies can feel crazy sometimes.

The Earth is trying to rest and we feel a natural pull to do the same. Yet, holiday preparations can be hurried and stressful.

Stop and take a deep breath. Feel the protective wings of your Angels wrap around you. Spend a few minutes in your own energy.

This is who you are.

You are not your family, your co-workers or your neighbors. You are not the perfect postcard-printable Christmas celebration.

You are Divine, you are loved. Nothing else matters. 

United in Celebration

Many of the traditions we associate with the holiday of Christmas, have deeper pagan roots, just as Angels appear across religious boundaries as helpers, healers and messengers. 

Ancient Pagans held elaborate celebrations to inspire those who were frightened or depressed by the absence of the sun and warmth. Some scholars say that the "sun" became replaced with the "son" and gave rise to Mithraism and Christianity. 

Celebrations were also held to honor the birth of the Oak King and to mark the time and day of the Winter Solstice.
 
This doesn't lesson the celebration but instead unites the children of the Divine in a celebration of hope and light. That is the greatest gift of all.

Yule Blessings!

 

Yule Blessings! On this the longest night of the year, may the light of hope shine brightly in your heart!

How Should You Celebrate?

Holidays can be a time of great stress. This is made worse by people who tell you how you "should" celebrate and what you "should" be celebrating.

When I was more religious, the holiday focus was on Jesus and the miracle of his birth. I've since learned that celebrations have taken place for centuries before the Nativity. Our current "customs" come from a variety of sources, many of them old pagan traditions. 

That doesn't mean we shouldn't celebrate, just understand that holiday traditions have evolved over time and so no one can be said to celebrate, the right or wrong way.

Still many are adamant and argue that only "traditional" holiday celebrations should be allowed and that we should all accept them as they see fit.

When this happens thank them for their input and continue to celebrate as you see fit. No one can ruin your holiday experience without your permission. 

My friend here seems to agree.

Naughty and Nice

Spiritual work is not all serious. The Angels have a high vibration and they love it when you "lighten up." A bit of fun that harms no one can lift your spirits so you can fly with them.

It's okay to show your naughty side as long as you keep things "nice."

A Peaceful Heart

Peace, whether between individuals or nations, begins within. 

You cannot make peace by force or aggression. 

Peace comes from a peaceful heart that inspires peace in those around them.

Take a breath and ask your Angels what a peaceful heart feels like. Do this often and peace will become not only a habit but an addiction. 

You will find yourself living, breathing and acting from this place of peace.

Blessings in disguise

It is one of egos special tricks to shift the blame away from you when something goes wrong. This takes away your power to change and improve, to make amends and allow forgiveness. 

We have been taught by religion and learning institutions to view our errors with shame. They want us to embrace that our mistakes are a part of us and a reflection of our inadequacy. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

Mistakes are a powerful learning experience and a big part of the human one. Do not be ashamed, be informed. Make changes and move on. Mistakes are simply blessings in disguise.

Blessed are the Children

I love inspiring children to follow their dreams. Many of my clients have problems that started in childhood.

The words we hear and the actions we observe as children can have an impact that lasts a lifetime.

What if, instead of being shamed, you were educated about the effects of your actions on others? What if your mistakes were shown to you as opportunities for growth?

How much easier would your life be now?
 
When you see a child, smile at them. Give them an approving nod, wink or pat on the back when you can. Let them know that the world is a good place.

Happy Hanukkah!

This is the final night of Hanukkah for 2015. Honoring the spiritual traditions of others does not diminish your beliefs and traditions. In fact, kindness towards others is a common belief in all spiritual traditions.
 
Happy Hanukkah for those who celebrate it! For most spiritual traditions, this is a season of light, hope and peace during dark times. 

If someone wishes you a Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa, Blessed Yule or Merry Christmas, say, "Thank you!" 

Kind words have a good vibration in any language.

The Gift

When you forgive another, you recognize that they are not their words or actions. 

You give them the space to reveal more of their magnificent soul and less of their ego.

This is an amazing gift. Giving this gift costs you nothing, but reveals to the world, the magnificent soul that you are.

All forgiveness is self-forgiveness, all forgiveness is Divine and sets you free from a few more of the ties that have been holding you back. 

Your Angels can help you with this as they can see beyond the ego costumes we wear on Earth and help you to understand the Divinity we all carry with us.

The Cleansing of Forgiveness

One of the least appreciated spiritual practices is forgiveness. Forgiveness (of self and others) is like taking a spiritual bath.

It cleanses the soul and leaves you feeling light and refreshed. Give yourself the gift of forgiveness every day for every little thing.  

Daily maintenance will keep your soul squeaky clean and make you feel energized and you will attract many happy souls into your circle.

To Win or Not to Win

The idea that we must have winners and losers to bring more quality and greatness to the world is another form of duality.

To win or not win is not a judgment but a fact, like being blue or red, wet or dry. You may have a preference, but both have merit.

To win, gives you an opportunity to practice humility and appreciation. This is something we are not taught in youth sports.This is surprisingly difficult for some people, but if this part of the game is not mastered, then the "win" is only superficial.

To not win gives you a valuable learning opportunity to learn and hone your skills. To be gracious for the opportunity to participate and to see where there is room to grow. 

When you enter a competition, ask your Angels for the wisdom to do your best and for no one to be harmed in any way. Be grateful for the opportunity to play the game.

You may win or not win, but either way, your heavenly teammates stand proudly beside you, hoisting you on their mighty shoulders in victory.

Follow Your Heart

It is a common misconception that "following your heart" is irresponsible and will get you in trouble. 

Your heart will never lead you astray. It is your ego that says, "Buy this, date this person, eat this dessert, or your life will not be complete."

Your heart wants the most perfect, beautiful expression of your soul to be expressed in your physical body. 

It is where the Divine inside you dwells, and it will speak to you if you choose to listen.

A Home for the Divine

Some spiritual traditions teach that the body and physical world are not important. 

The stress is on the soul and communion with the Divine in whatever form it takes.

Your body could not exist if not for the tiny spark of the Divine that resides within it.

Think of your body as a house, mansion or temple. If you were having an important guest staying over, would you not keep it clean and clutter free? Would you make scheduled repairs on time? 

This is not about fat or skinny shaming. It is about feeling healthy and peaceful. Healthy bodies come in different shapes and sizes. It is up to you to decide how you want to care for your Divine temple.

If you ask your Angels for help, they will guide you to the food and exercise program that is perfect for you. 

Time to get ready! Company's here!

Spiritual Training

In last night's class we learned the importance of meditation, both for protection and for becoming more receptive to the guidance of your Angels and guides.

Meditation is like training your body for the big race. It takes discipline to sit down and be quiet, but it helps you to recognize your own energy and to build your spiritual "muscles" so that you can explore your gifts safely.

If you ask a question, the answer will be given. If you want to hear it, you have to be quiet and listen.

Be Happy!

Feeling happy and healthy is your natural state. If you are feeling any other way then something is wrong.

Your Angels can help you to pinpoint problems and guide you to change your thoughts, your diet or lifestyle to get back to where you belong.

Don't worry, be happy! Angelic assistance is close at hand!

Divine Within

Always remember that in your heart, there is a tiny spark of the Divine. 

The Divine loves you so much she/he sent powerful beings known as Angels to protect, guide and comfort you.

You are the Goddess/God dressed up and experiencing life as you. That is your job and you are doing it perfectly.

All mistakes are learning, all learning is Divine.

There is nothing you can do to change that.

The next time you feel unworthy or unloved, re-read this and know that it is true.

Before You Speak......

Before you speak in anger, at the very least, take a breath.

Walk away if you can, do something to raise your vibration before talking about what is bothering you. Speaking when you're angry gives your ego the floor and that rarely goes well.

As you release your anger about the situation, you may decide that it wasn't as bad as you thought or you may resolve it on your own and decide that there is nothing more to say about it.

This is the path that leads to peace.
 
Breathe, relax, consider your words, then speak.

De-Stressing the Holidays

As the year draws to a close and the holidays are in full swing, stress levels can rise to meet the intensity.

Stress is a choice. 

"What?" you say, "Who will bake cookies and get little Billy the most popular toy of the year so that he'll keep believing in Santa Claus? Who will stand between feuding family members and absorb all their negative emotions to keep the peace?"

How you experience these things is your choice. Ask your Angels how to de-stress your holidays. 

You might be guided to delegate, downsize or just dive right in and get things done. Decide that you will do it with joy, don't worry about how it will all come together, just love the process and building excitement.

Don't compare your holiday experience to others. They may only look happy on the outside. The only important thing is how you feel on the inside. When that feeling is good, then share it with those you love. That is the best experience of the holidays you can have.

 

Healing the Past

"When one projects the pain from their past onto another....not only does one perpetuate their own past, but causes new wounds from which the other must now heal." ~Archangel Anael

When we live in the past we give up the power we have to create in the present. We recreate a painful situation over and over again with those who haven't harmed us only to make a self-fulfilling prophecy as they retaliate in frustration and the cycle continues.

You can protect yourself from the past pain of those around you, but it is best to focus on healing your own pain. It will make you stronger and you will make a less attractive "target." 

It will also help you to manifest a better future and set a good example for those around you.

The Best Thanksgiving Ever.

Going with the flow can quickly turn a challenging lesson into a blessing. We learned this yesterday at Troy.

Apparently, the Angels wanted us to practice cooperation and appreciation. Thanks to a power outage as dinner was cooking, we did just that. 

We accepted each challenge as it came and flowed around, over or through it. We kept our space positive and kept moving forward.

We took deep breaths and kept going and laughed a lot. The result: The best Thanksgiving ever!

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

You can never travel far enough that an Angel will not be at your side. If you or your loved ones must travel, you can ask for extra Angels around you to keep the roadways safe for everyone.

Have a safe, peaceful and happy holiday!

Forgiving Yourself

Forgiveness is one of the spiritual practices that many avoid because it can be painful to relive the past. We also mistakenly think that if we forgive others we are condoning their actions. That is not the case, we are, instead, freeing ourselves from the unhealthy situation so that we can move on.

How does that work when the person you need to forgive is you? 

The same way. When you forgive yourself, you are freeing yourself from the past and allowing yourself to move forward to a brighter future. If you have wronged another in the past, let it go, you can ask them in person, or spiritually to forgive you. Then resolve to move forward in love and integrity and don't do it again.

If forgiveness frightens you, ask your Angels to comfort and guide you through the process.

Holding another or yourself in judgement or unforgiveness creates a wound in your heart that will grow bigger and fester if not treated.

You deserve better than that.

Your Inner Divine

The Divine exists in all things and all beings, including you. When you realize this you lose interest in participating in harm, revenge and gossip and your world becomes a more peaceful place.

When you align with your Inner Divinity, you will quickly feel when you are acting, speaking or thinking from you ego or from your Divine self.

It then becomes harder to do harm and more pleasant to be loving and kind to others. How they treat you will not matter. It will not bother you if they are not kind, or they will, simply, avoid you.

This process is as much for you as for others as it brings peace into your life and raises your vibration. 

Your Angels can help remind you when you are out of alignment with you Inner Divinity.

As you raise your vibration, you will hear their voices more clearly. As always, when you listen to your Angels, you get a win-win situation.

Show Them, Don't Blame Them

Victim energy is a choice. It is a valid learning tool, but a very painful one. 

If you feel like the victim, understand that you hold inside you a spark of the Divine creator. You have around you a multitude of Angels and guides who are there to help you succeed! 

Given all these factors, the only way to become a victim is to choose to be one.

This does not mean that we blame those who find themselves in the victim place. If you want to help, do not tell them they brought it on themselves, but instead show them a higher, brighter path. Demonstrate empowerment in a loving way.

They may not know what self-love and self-respect looks like. Show them, don't blame them.

If the human race could learn this lesson, we would all fall in love with each other and war and violence would be distant memories. 

By walking the path of self-love and empowerment, you help the Angels change the world, one precious soul at a time.

 

Open Your Eyes

When you ask the Angels for insight and inspiration, you have taken an important step.

Many will choose not to go even that far.

The next step is to be open. Look at your life. What clues have the Angels sent you. What gifts do you already possess that you can use to make the miracles you seek.

The Divine light is shining always. In order to see it, you must look with your eyes open.
 

Angel Hugs

The Angels work differently with different people. You know you're on the right path when someone else describes their spiritual practice and you think, "That's exactly what I've been doing, just in a different way!" Then say, "Thank you!" for the Angels have just given you a hug!

If you are ever in doubt, just ask your Angels for a sign. They want to show you. They want you to believe, in them and in yourself.

 

No Small Parts

We all have a part to play in the Divine drama that is called, "Life on Earth."

There are no small parts or small actors. It is necessary for everyone to step up and give the best performance they can. 

You may be a lead actor or play a supporting role, but as you chose the part, it is ideally suited for you and no one else can play it.

If you are confused, the Angels can shine a spotlight or give you direction to help you do the best job you possibly can.
 
So be yourself. Play the part to the best of your ability and embrace your part in the play.

We couldn't do it without you.

Morning Meditation With Archangel Anael

Early meditation this morning...."So can you show me the center of our planet?" I ask Anael. She answers, "First I will show you the creation. Not a big bang, but rather a putting together of pieces fashioned from the ethers. Now we may voyage through the earth's core."

Fascinating images. I wish I could replay the movie the angel showed me. I searched and found these images. It is interesting how the earth's core is filled with life, but different from ours. I will share more of these visions in classes and on our show, Angels Unveiled.

Peace is Power

Often we are led to believe that aggressiveness is strength and compassion is weakness.

Compassion can leave you vulnerable, but in that vulnerable place, there is healing and subsequently, strength.

If you had a dangerous tumor, one way to heal it is to have surgery. You leave yourself completely in the hands of your healer and trust in the protection of your Angels.

When the tumor is gone, true healing can take place. It is also an acceptable decision to work with nutrition, Reiki healers and meditation, but the process is the same. You must face your supposed "enemy" without weapons and find out why it is there. It may have something to teach you.

Only you can decide the healing path that is right for you. Your Angels will be at your side helping you to make the best decision.

Thought-ful Investing

Your thoughts are spiritual currency. Your attention is your investment of that currency. 


Do you spend your thought "money" wisely? Are you using it to create the life you want, or to manifest your fears? 

The amount of "thought money" we have is limited to the waking hours of the day. Yet when we think positive, happy thoughts, we make good investments and our good investments gain interest.

This is not the same as denial. It doesn't not look away from the negative, but through it, to a brighter future.

Your Angels can act as investment counselors if you wish to hire them. The cost is your attention and appreciation. It's a great deal!

Sending Healing for Paris

Please join me in sending Healing Angels to those in the city of Paris.

 

Just Smile Through It

It's easy to stay in your happy place when things are going well. But what about when you have troubles?

Problems will arise, on occasion, they are your teachers. When little things go wrong, smile through it, laugh, make a joke. 

Smaller problems will be quickly resolved and bigger ones won't be able to take hold when you do this. 

Look at this picture, and smile! This is the Angel's gift to you this morning!

Seeing Your Shadow

Exploring your shadow side can be scary, but your shadow is nothing to be afraid of. 

Just as the shade can save you on a hot, sunny day, your shadows have positive sides that can be helpful in your life.

Do people call you stubborn? Perhaps you have the ability to see things through to the end and never give up. Are you a silly dreamer? You may have amazing stories to tell.

Ask your Angels to shine a light on you so that you can see your shadows and ask them what they want from you. You may find that they have gifts to give you if you work and play nice with them.

Bless your shadows and be grateful for them. Without the darkness, we would all be blinded by the light.

A Gift For You

When you feel bogged down by responsibilities, remember that everything you do is a gift.

Cleaning your house gives you a beautiful place to spend your life. Working gives you money. Paying your bills provides you with the gift of light, water, entertainment and a vehicle to drive.

If you let go of the resentment and focus on the gift you (and the Divine within you) are giving to yourself, you will draw more abundance and more gifts into your life. 

The Angels walk beside you and will help you with any burden you bear. Ask them for help and it will be gifted to you, free of charge!

Just Say, "Thank You"

If you're not sure how to start a conversation with your Angels, just say "thank you." For even though they may leave your thoughts, you never leave theirs.

 Formal prayers or "properly worded" requests are nice, but not necessary. The Angels know what is in your heart. 

Your gratitude is the greatest prayer they could ask for.

Don't Be Jealous, Be Inspired!

When you consider that we're all connected and all heading to the same place, jealousy seems pretty silly. 

When you focus on another, you take the focus off of yourself and waste valuable energy that could be used to create the life of your dreams.

When you feel jealous, ask what the person has that you desire (money, attractiveness, social grace) and consider how you would apply your own unique energy and express it in your own personal way. 

You can ask your Angels for the resources you need to accomplish the task. Let go of jealousy and be inspired!

Becoming Like Little Children

If you want to develop your psychic abilities, then don't forget to play.

As children we have unlimited imaginations that we begin to lose as we are raised and "civilized."

Learning manners and the Golden Rule is important, but so is imagination.

Even the Bible says, " Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven."

So if you want to create "Heaven on Earth,"
 remember to, occasionally, take a break and build a sandcastle.

Forgiving is Releasing....You

When you feel that someone has hurt you, an unhealthy bond is formed between you. This bond will hold you back and keep you from moving beyond the hurtful situation.

Forgiveness cuts this bond and frees you to go forward with your life. It is not excusing a hurtful act or opening yourself to let it happen again, but rather closing the door, energetically, and walking away so that it can never happen again.

Reconciliation is not always necessary. This is an option for a close relationship where a transgression is recognized and there is a spoken or understood agreement that it will not happen again.

Forgiveness may involve physically walking away from another or emotionally distancing yourself. When you make this choice, you make yourself stronger. Holding back forgiveness weakens you. Why would you allow another to have this power over you?

Forgiveness is not an act of charity, but of self-care. Your Angels can help you cut these ties so that you can be free. Do it for you!

Getting Out of Your Way

Do you ever feel that the Angels are ignoring you when you call?

They will not ignore you if you sincerely ask for their help. 

The biggest problem is that we often put parameters upon how that help shall arrive.

Instead of being guided to follow a specific weight loss program, you desire to wake up with the perfect body after a night of extreme overindulgence.

Instead of following the Angelic nudge to follow up on a job lead, you sit on the couch and wait for the perfect job. 

Instead of following your spiritual urge to drink more water, meditate and practice your psychic skills, you wait, impatiently, for them to magically appear.

The Angels will move every obstacle out of your way to make the things you request become a reality. There is only one obstacle that they cannot move: You.

If you feel that your Angelic guidance is not coming through, start paying attention to urges and ideas that come to you, then act on them.

When you are in Heaven, you can work all the magic you want. Down on Earth, you might have to do a little work. Don't worry, the Angels will not give you work you can't handle and it might be as simple as picking up the bag of magic beans.

But in order for them to work, you must take them out of the bag.

Judge Not!

The churches we grew up with often tell us that we should not judge our neighbor.

Some churches follow this idea while others only apply it to church members.

Our lives are custom-made for us. We have Angels and guides around us to remind us of the specific lessons we have to learn.

Everyone's lesson is a little different, and even our "neighbors" might not know what their lessons are.

Like the spiritual siblings we all are, you should not allow your brother or sister to harm you, but remember that their interests and lessons may be different from yours.

They may talk differently and act differently than you do, but their origins are the same.

If you don't want to be judged, then don't judge your brothers and sisters. Pray for them, send them love, healing and Angels to comfort them, and wish them well on their journey.

The Day After

The day after the holiday has arrived!

Were you conscientious, or did you overindulge?

Either way, it is in the past! Guilt is not productive whether it is over eating too much candy, gossiping about a co-worker or being rude to a sales clerk for no reason.

Let it go. Take a walk, eat a salad, apologize to the person you've wronged and try to do better next time.

We can learn a lot from the past, but we have no need to live there. 

Move on! Every second you're alive your Angels will bring you chances to make your life better. Accept their generous gift and have a great life!

Blessed Samhain!

Blessed Samhain and Happy Halloween! 

This holiday has been celebrated by many cultures and each has added their own unique twist to the celebration. The original purpose of the day was to give thanks for the harvest and honor the ancestors.

During your celebrations tonight, take a moment to think of those who have passed on. Think of all you have been blessed with in this life, and have a safe and fun holiday!