Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
Yesterday I had an interesting experience. I went to teach my LGBT senior yoga class at Century Ballroom in Capitol Hill. A yoga class ended prior to mine and I heard a girl speak with the instructor that she wasn't going home for Thanksgiving because she did not believe in it. Now, many people today in the PACNW have been socially engineered by the social justice media, which some of this stuff has a point but what they don't see, recognize or believe is that the media is making them heartless monsters. Human history has always been bloody, hard and intense. Life today is no different. It's the same story but different characters and locations. But, for one who attends a yoga class, how can you not believe in Thanksgiving? The basis of yoga spiritual theory is to become a more thankful human being. It was the complete opposite of what I experienced where my senior participants tell me weekly how thankful they are for my class, my teachings and my spirit. Putting history aside, it is the one day of the year where we can put life aside and give thanks to everyone and everything on this planet. The Thanksgiving meal itself is the consumption of the earth. The plants. The animals. The grains. All of that has been sacrificed or given for your nourishment. Even the plants are alive. Everything from the earth that is consumed has breath, air or spirit that awakens our souls. This is something our ancestors understood amidst hardships. I live in Seattle, but my hometown is in Cleveland. Several people invited me to Thanksgiving and although I can only attend one event, I am most thankful for people to even think about inviting me somewhere. After the Camino, I walked forward in life and reached a peak level of gratitude. For some odd reason, if death chose me on the camino or say, on the flight away from the Camino, I sat there in utmost gratitude for everything that entered my life. If I died, I would've happily died. I've traveled. I've been married. I've had amazingly good and bad times with family and friends. I've succeeded at work. I've failed at life. I've been in love several times. I've met soul mates. I've experienced unconditional love by my cats. I've been abundant. I've been poor. I've lived out of bag. I've experienced basically everything good, bad and in between. What more do we humans want out of life?
I fight for women, but I also fight for men. I'm an Aquarian so equality is important.
On Tuesday I had a conversation with two men who work the desk and security at the Gates Foundation. We chatted briefly about dating. And they said women are confusing. They said if I buy flowers say yellow roses, she sometimes complains that it's not red. I said get rid of her. She's ungrateful and won't be happy. How do people go through life not aware of the kindness or the thoughts that people do? If one cannot be thankful to receive flowers - how much does their soul need to evolve?
Modern society is decadent that we've lost connection to everything God, the planet and people do for us.
Give thanks on this day to everything that's entered your life, good and bad, and every molecule of nourishment that enters your mouth. From me to you, Happy Thanksgiving.
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It felt just like yesterday that it was the day I was leaving for this big adventure to push the reset button and to embrace into a new chapter in life. The Camino came and it went. Now today, it is just a memory, just like my pre-trip emotions blog.
Back to the grind. The stress. And everything associated with modern day society. The fighting. The judgement. The taking advantage of others. Life in a village sounds so lovely right now. The more I connected to spirit, Christ and God, the less I want anything to do with people, things, and dramas of this mundane world. To say the least, assets are welcome, not liabilities. This Camino was more than a reset button. It’s the start to a new chapter in my spiritual and physical life. 
I’ve exited the Camino with brand new eyes, one that looks at my history and others so differently. Darkness plagues so many people’s minds and moral compass. People think they are being healed but yet led like the pied piper away from true, Godly spirit. It’s like a dangling carrot or a crown of jewels blinding many people to the truth.
And for some reason, we are all on our own path to find our way.
And a piece of the Camino is here and within me. The spirit. The vineyards. The cat down the road. Every local, pilgrim, animal and blade of grass is within me. Like a ripple effect, their spirit has affected my spirit. And my spirit will affect others.
The stress and worries of today have snapped me back into reality, realizing the fantasy world of life on the Camino is gone, but not forgotten. Coming back to the same life as I had before feels refreshing though I’ve let go of any fear-based mindsets. It’s as if nothing changed, but everything changed simultaneously.
Interestingly enough, this has been the start to a new chapter in my life in a myriad of ways.
I’ve slowly let go of things, people and places that no longer serve me, but now that desire is even stronger. Just like I did at 22 after India, I chose to walk away from people and activities that had different morals and values as myself. And today, I have to choose the same.
Reconnecting with my Christian roots, the belief in this faith system has grounded me the most out of all forms of spirituality. The ancient roots are as old as some of the grains of sand on the beach. I have less of a desire to connect with people whose moral compass doesn’t match with mine, regardless of if they believe in God or not. Parasites, energy suckers, emotionally draining individuals – I must say goodbye and move forward into another realm of life. “Cleaning house” literally and metaphorically is an instinct that came on strong during my walk. 
That can be tough for me because of my empathy and work as a health coach / trainer. I believe everyone in life is on their own path of evolvement and those who enter our life, even for a moment, somehow have an effect on other people. The hope is that we all learn and grow from each other. But, many people walk through life blinded, only seeing the reality in front of their two feet, thinking that the world revolves around them. It’s as if they are their own Sun God.
I’ve realized I can accept people, but I am the sole provider for my emotional wellbeing. I have the choice to let people in, and let people go. This was something my ex was excellent at. He had no problems cutting people out of his life. For me, it’s not that easy because of empathy. But, it’s time. Just like nature, things must die in order for the new to enter your life. Walking the Camino during fall season was so symbolic for my struggles, life and former marriage.
But the most important “thing” I let go of is doubt and fear. Before the Camino I feared never meeting a life partner. I feared my blossoming grey hair. I feared being too old to date for a guy who is 31 or 32. I feared being broke and not being able to pay my rent because of my temporary lay off. I let go of fear and clung onto hope – hoping that God has a plan for me.
And throughout the journey the light continuously shined down on me. Because I consider myself an accepting person, I accept my life, my fate and my destiny. I accept that my experience in marriage, may have been for those 6.5 years, and I may never see another in my life of being married or being a wife. Life has no guarantees. And no one knows when their end day will be here. The Camino strengthened this form of acceptance. I don’t know my future, none of us do. That is what makes life bitter sweet. Not knowing the future is as exciting as it is worrisome. Sometimes I wish a crystal ball would show me the future, that way the stress and worry would stop to enjoy the moment. If everything is predetermined than knowing I’d have this at X age, or get married on this date, then it’d be easier not to stress, put up with or worry about the breadcrumbs in life. But until that (hopefully) magical moment of the future arrives, I can only attach to hope that all things will work out in divine timing. On the 11th hour on 11/11/18, I attended a mass in Seattle. Attending mass on the Camino seemed normal. It once felt odd and estranged, but now it felt “normal.” It did not weird me out, but rather I looked at mass through a new set of eyes. One that appreciates and respects this ancient spiritual faith. The Camino brought me back into the present the moment, knowing that my actions coupled with fate can tweak my destiny. The strength, courage, wisdom, light and love accumulated on the Camino is now a part of me and will forever be with me. Que sera sera – whatever will be will be. The future is not ours to see, que sera sera.
Although I invoke emotions into my writing and videos, this doesn't mean I am sad. In a world of superficiality, it is important to express and expose the processing of emotions. This encourages others to do the same in their journey throughout life.
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Low points, rock bottom and times of transition is where the learning experience begins. This is where we reflect on the past, grieve in and accept the present and make a plan for the future.
Change is spiritual. It is the time of becoming a better version of yourself and push through boundaries of fear that have held you back from seeking your potential.
The journey into your mind, body and soul is spiritual. And I believe everyone should all walk this path.
Spiritual journeys don't have to be epic adventures around the globe. For some, it is
Sadly, many people have not had good mentors or leaders in their life, specifically in the work world. A career shift is a spiritual change. When transitioning careers, one's soul or spirit guides them to something more meaningful in life. It is not uncommon to see tech geeks up and quit their job to open a bakery or a fitness company. Something in that corporate world sucked their soul dry and they wanted to do something more meaningful in life. That is the point of TRUE LIBERATION - the moment where your life, happiness and contribution to the world means more than the people and situations that brought you down. Many people today believe that drug use and sexual experimentation is liberation. In my experience, the more people dabble in those environments, the more their soul cries for help.
Spiritual journeys don't have to be epic adventures around the globe. For some, it is
Sadly, many people have not had good mentors or leaders in their life, specifically in the work world. A career shift is a spiritual change. When transitioning careers, one's soul or spirit guides them to something more meaningful in life. It is not uncommon to see tech geeks up and quit their job to open a bakery or a fitness company. Something in that corporate world sucked their soul dry and they wanted to do something more meaningful in life. That is the point of TRUE LIBERATION - the moment where your life, happiness and contribution to the world means more than the people and situations that brought you down. Many people today believe that drug use and sexual experimentation is liberation. In my experience, the more people dabble in those environments, the more their soul cries for help.
So how do you unlock the power of transitions?
By taking action for your life, situation or problem. Whether it's taking a leap of faith or hiring a therapist - you need to choose to transition instead of staying stuck. The world contains endless options to help you transition into the better version of yourself.
If you want to change your career, you may need to go back to school or sign up for a certificate program.
If you want to improve your marriage, you may need marriage counseling.
If you want to improve your health, you may need to hire a trainer or a health coach.
The answer lies inside each and every one of us, but we just have to believe and trust in ourselves, our voice and our higher mind. Change and transition strengthens our spirit. It may not be easy and during this time we may experience more inflection points or potential outcomes.
If you want to change, you have to put in the work and find tools, people or support networks that will aide you on your journey.
Are you on a spiritual journey in life? Let's Connect and check out Mind Body Soul Food's other recent blog posts.
If you want to change your career, you may need to go back to school or sign up for a certificate program.
If you want to improve your marriage, you may need marriage counseling.
If you want to improve your health, you may need to hire a trainer or a health coach.
The answer lies inside each and every one of us, but we just have to believe and trust in ourselves, our voice and our higher mind. Change and transition strengthens our spirit. It may not be easy and during this time we may experience more inflection points or potential outcomes.
If you want to change, you have to put in the work and find tools, people or support networks that will aide you on your journey.
Are you on a spiritual journey in life? Let's Connect and check out Mind Body Soul Food's other recent blog posts.
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Life is a beautiful mixture of ebbs and flows and highs and lows. If life was easy and perfect we'd never endure obstacles or have rainy days. We all hit a rough patch in life. These periods can last for days, or for some, decades.
During tough times, I've used quotes to inspire, uplift and help me through tough times. This is part of the reason my weekly Sunspiration exists. Below are 15 of my favorite quotes to help you when the going gets tough.
During tough times, I've used quotes to inspire, uplift and help me through tough times. This is part of the reason my weekly Sunspiration exists. Below are 15 of my favorite quotes to help you when the going gets tough.
"Tough times never last, but tough people do."
—Robert H. Schuller
"To be tested is good. The challenged life may be the best therapist."
—Gail Sheehy, Author
"And once the storm is over, you won't remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won't even be sure whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won't be the same person who walked in. That's what this storm's all about."
―Haruki Murakami
"You're going to go through tough times - that's life. But I say, 'Nothing happens to you, it happens for you.' See the positive in negative events."
-Joel Osteen
"Never give up. There are always tough times, regardless of what you do in anything in life. Be able to push through those times and maintain your ultimate goal."
-Nathan Chen
"God already knows what we're made of, but perhaps He wants us to learn what we're made of. I think we would all agree that we learn more from our tough times than from our easy times."
-John Bytheway
“There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.”
– Albert Einstein
"The most beautiful people I’ve known are those who have known trials, have known struggles, have known loss, and have found their way out of the depths."
—Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
“Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.”
-C.S. Lewis
“When adversity strikes, that’s when you have to be the most calm, take a step back, stay strong, stay grounded and press on.”
-LL Cool J
"Adversity introduces a man to himself."
– Albert Einstein
"Sometimes things have to go wrong in order to go right."
– Sherrilyn Kenyon
"Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful."
– Joshua J. Marine
"Everyone goes through adversity in life, but what matters is how you learn from it."
– Lou Holtz
What is your favorite quote regarding adversity? Know that whatever happens in your life, it's not happening to or against you. It's happening for you, for whatever reason. Maybe it's for a change, growth or to bring awareness to something that is affecting other people. Whatever you are going through, it is temporary but for your highest good.
Ever since childhood, the stars fascinated me not only from a scientific perspective but also a spiritual perspective. Astronomy is the study of the stars from a scientific and physics point of view where astrology is the study of the stars from a psychological point of view.
Most people argue that astrology is a pseudo-science and has no relevance to humanity. I disagree. I do think astrology plays a major role and impact in the individual and collective consciousness and evolvement on this planet. The stars are a blueprint that navigated humans in migration, agriculture pursuits and sea journeys. However, in terms of predictions, astrology may not always be right.
I believe vibrational frequency, free will and manifestation can trump the fate of the stars. And most people believe the stars are solely about the newspaper predictions. Astrology is a system that has to be looked at in its entirety and looking at one's birth chart helps one analyze their strengths, weaknesses and characteristics of who they are, why they are are and what energies best support them.
As a trainer, health coach and lover of the stars, I know the stars fairly well. I am not an astrologer but I believe through what I've seen in human behavior, most people suffer from things that are very relatable to their sun and moon sign.
Everyone is sent to planet earth to evolve their soul. And I believe astrology can help. There are two sides of every coin, and every zodiac sign has a "good" and "bad" side.
This is a general overview of some of the biggest weaknesses, or challenges, that I have seen in my work for each of the zodiac sign and what I think they should do to overcome these problems.
If this does not relate, it is because you have to look at your overall birth chart to understand how much earth, air, fire and water is in your blueprint.
Most people argue that astrology is a pseudo-science and has no relevance to humanity. I disagree. I do think astrology plays a major role and impact in the individual and collective consciousness and evolvement on this planet. The stars are a blueprint that navigated humans in migration, agriculture pursuits and sea journeys. However, in terms of predictions, astrology may not always be right.
I believe vibrational frequency, free will and manifestation can trump the fate of the stars. And most people believe the stars are solely about the newspaper predictions. Astrology is a system that has to be looked at in its entirety and looking at one's birth chart helps one analyze their strengths, weaknesses and characteristics of who they are, why they are are and what energies best support them.
As a trainer, health coach and lover of the stars, I know the stars fairly well. I am not an astrologer but I believe through what I've seen in human behavior, most people suffer from things that are very relatable to their sun and moon sign.
Everyone is sent to planet earth to evolve their soul. And I believe astrology can help. There are two sides of every coin, and every zodiac sign has a "good" and "bad" side.
This is a general overview of some of the biggest weaknesses, or challenges, that I have seen in my work for each of the zodiac sign and what I think they should do to overcome these problems.
If this does not relate, it is because you have to look at your overall birth chart to understand how much earth, air, fire and water is in your blueprint.
Aries - Overcoming Depression & Issues of the Head
Aries is the first sign in the zodiac. The sign rules and governs the head. Many Arians I know suffer from depression or "issues" of the head revolving around mental health, which results in low self-esteem, pity parties or fears of living their dreams. Aries is a fire sign ruled by Mars, which impulsivity and many of them live in their head and some who are not in control of their behavior, cope their problems through excessive drinking and/or drugs. It's time to get a therapist and work on that head stuff.
Taurus - Overcoming Addictions to Earthly Pleasures
Taurus is a fixed air sign ruled by Venus. Venus governs the pleasures of earth and love. Love, sex, wine, sports, food, drugs - these people easily fall into addictions. I've read in past astrology books that Taurus Decan 2 were the most prone to addictions, and I've seen through friends and clients, many of these people if vibrating at a lower frequency are susceptible to addictions....and stop being so stubborn!
There is more to life than the imprints of pleasure. Those lost in pleasure need help and balance.
There is more to life than the imprints of pleasure. Those lost in pleasure need help and balance.
Gemini - Controlling Your Flight Patterns
Geminis, you guys are beautiful, intelligent and intellectual creatures ruled by Mercury. You are the communicators of the zodiac. You see both sides of the story so for some, this results in indecision. Not all are true Jekyll and Hyde's where their "double life" is a sociopath or psychopath, but some struggle with say the Buddha vs. the Ballerina or the Happy vs. the Sad Man. Geminis are also curious and this curiosity can lead them astray especially when fidelity is concerned. Some people who have strong placements of Gemini in their charts are known to be Play Boys, Cheaters and Heart Breakers. So use that noggin of yours to think about what you're doing so you don't emotionally damage your partner.
Ground your feet in the earth like your predecessor Taurus, so you stop floating in the ethers like a balloon, flowing in any which way the wind takes you. And talk to your partner when bored, communication - your strength - is the key to making or breaking any relationship.
Ground your feet in the earth like your predecessor Taurus, so you stop floating in the ethers like a balloon, flowing in any which way the wind takes you. And talk to your partner when bored, communication - your strength - is the key to making or breaking any relationship.
Cancer - Walk Forward, Not Sideways...for Godsake
I love Cancer. It is my ascendant sign, which compliments and contradicts my sun sign Aquarius. My sister is a Crab and though we are like the sun and the moon, we are best friends. Anyways....
Cancers you are children of the moon, so emotional and deep like the ocean. If you've ever been on a beach, you notice crabs walk sideways and then throw out their pinchers when threatened.
My sweet moon children, many of you repeat the same history in your life, chronically choosing the same garbage, toxic partners, patterns and whatever else because you continue to walk SIDEWAYS! Take it from my Aquarius sun sign which is all about the future....you need to walk forward in life to overcome past mistakes, behaviors, let downs etc. Retreating and permitting in your shell is normal as you are sensitive, but just make sure you are processing your emotions as with all this water and emotions, many of you tend to alcohol and drugs to cope your emotions.
Swim in the ocean not in a swamp of sea trash sugar coated with countless bottles of vino trying to pinch every alligator that comes your way.
Cancers you are children of the moon, so emotional and deep like the ocean. If you've ever been on a beach, you notice crabs walk sideways and then throw out their pinchers when threatened.
My sweet moon children, many of you repeat the same history in your life, chronically choosing the same garbage, toxic partners, patterns and whatever else because you continue to walk SIDEWAYS! Take it from my Aquarius sun sign which is all about the future....you need to walk forward in life to overcome past mistakes, behaviors, let downs etc. Retreating and permitting in your shell is normal as you are sensitive, but just make sure you are processing your emotions as with all this water and emotions, many of you tend to alcohol and drugs to cope your emotions.
Swim in the ocean not in a swamp of sea trash sugar coated with countless bottles of vino trying to pinch every alligator that comes your way.
Leo - Pride Can Take the Best of You
Like a lion prowling the safari, Leo has a big heart. But those vibrating at a lower frequency can become arrogant, egotistical, intolerant and complete a**holes. Your strength and your weakness is pride. Pride according to biblical texts is one of the main issues in humanity. People have so much pride and ego that they "unknowingly" operate destructing others and become attention seekers.
Hmm maybe humanity is partly operating on the dark side of Leo?
Hmm maybe humanity is partly operating on the dark side of Leo?
Virgo - Stop Worrying & Get a Therapist for the Love of God
Well this is another sign I know well. My moon sign is in Virgo and it took years of healing in my twenties to figure out why the hell my brain was hyper analytical, worrisome and somehow I became an insomniac. Virgo's mind is their strength but also their weakness if not controlled
Virgo, ruled by Mercury, is very much in their head like Gemini. They are rational, critical, judgmental analytical and pretty much quasi-negative creatures prone to stressing out their nervous system the easiest of anyone in the zodiac sign. Many Virgos who do not control their mental health end up having sleep issues, addicted to pharmaceuticals or expend countless hours in worry, stress an anxiety. Not everything in life will be a perfectionist. As a mutable earth sign, you need to ground your feet and get out of your head.
Virgos you also need to calm down. Get a therapist. Join a stress management group. Meditate. Whatever you believe in do it as your brain will not change until you stimulate it with peace and serenity. Virgo is the sign of health and healing and humanity needs you guys to be in good health to help us further analyze things in life.
Virgo, ruled by Mercury, is very much in their head like Gemini. They are rational, critical, judgmental analytical and pretty much quasi-negative creatures prone to stressing out their nervous system the easiest of anyone in the zodiac sign. Many Virgos who do not control their mental health end up having sleep issues, addicted to pharmaceuticals or expend countless hours in worry, stress an anxiety. Not everything in life will be a perfectionist. As a mutable earth sign, you need to ground your feet and get out of your head.
Virgos you also need to calm down. Get a therapist. Join a stress management group. Meditate. Whatever you believe in do it as your brain will not change until you stimulate it with peace and serenity. Virgo is the sign of health and healing and humanity needs you guys to be in good health to help us further analyze things in life.
Libra - It's Okay to Make a Commitment You Charmers
I love my sister sign Libra. Many of you I only know the best of your sign, constantly seeking balance, justice and beauty in the world.
But, many Libras have a hard time making a decision or commitment. This is totally normal for an air sign. People with their Venus in Libra are known to not exactly be the most faithful as they will be social butterflies, enjoying the moment, flirting with whoever occupies their present moment. Many Libra men can be charmers, constantly charming the pants off women in a social setting meanwhile their spouse or girlfriend is at home. Be honest and don't just tell people what they want to hear.
But, many Libras have a hard time making a decision or commitment. This is totally normal for an air sign. People with their Venus in Libra are known to not exactly be the most faithful as they will be social butterflies, enjoying the moment, flirting with whoever occupies their present moment. Many Libra men can be charmers, constantly charming the pants off women in a social setting meanwhile their spouse or girlfriend is at home. Be honest and don't just tell people what they want to hear.
Scorpio - Your Dark Side is Darker Than Most
Scorpios get a bad rap on nearly everything and are known as the most sexual in the zodiac. An older astrologer friend I met in graduate school told me to never date a man with a scorpio moon sign. Why? Apparently their emotions have a dark side that can lead them into the seedier side of life.
Now, this may not be applicable to every Scorpio, as there are plenty of amazing ones out there who are amazing, intuitive and mystical. If Scorpios operate from the dark side of their genitals through lust, passion and jealousy, things may not exactly go healthy in their life or relationship. It's okay to share your secrets Scorpio....at least with a therapist so that deep emotional state rises to the surface.
Now, this may not be applicable to every Scorpio, as there are plenty of amazing ones out there who are amazing, intuitive and mystical. If Scorpios operate from the dark side of their genitals through lust, passion and jealousy, things may not exactly go healthy in their life or relationship. It's okay to share your secrets Scorpio....at least with a therapist so that deep emotional state rises to the surface.
Sagittarius - Slow Down, Think Before You Speak & Act
As an Aqua girl, Sag and Aqua make the best of friends. I know this sign very well because I was once married to a man who's Sun + Ascendant was in Sag.
Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign. If you look at the zodiac sign, it is of a Centaur, a half man half horse creature who holds a bow and arrow. Humans have long used horses as a mode of transportation and there is a reason why we say cars have "horse power." Like a horse, an arrow shot from a bow moves fast. Coupled together, Sag is like an unstoppable asteroid jamming through the solar system.
Sag, not everyone moves as fast as you guys. Your sign has a shit ton of energy to burn and your sign is also known as the "slut of the zodiac." Fire signs are impulsive and you guys really need to push on the break pedals and really consider your words and actions and not react with visceral and impulsive emotion. Many Sag client's I've trained and coached were also sex addicts. Men especially have a high and animalistic libido, and if not controlled, you guys can become sex and porn addicts.
Sag needs grounding and sometimes fixed energy or a bloody harness to keep the horse from running too far into the wild and into the distance.
Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign. If you look at the zodiac sign, it is of a Centaur, a half man half horse creature who holds a bow and arrow. Humans have long used horses as a mode of transportation and there is a reason why we say cars have "horse power." Like a horse, an arrow shot from a bow moves fast. Coupled together, Sag is like an unstoppable asteroid jamming through the solar system.
Sag, not everyone moves as fast as you guys. Your sign has a shit ton of energy to burn and your sign is also known as the "slut of the zodiac." Fire signs are impulsive and you guys really need to push on the break pedals and really consider your words and actions and not react with visceral and impulsive emotion. Many Sag client's I've trained and coached were also sex addicts. Men especially have a high and animalistic libido, and if not controlled, you guys can become sex and porn addicts.
Sag needs grounding and sometimes fixed energy or a bloody harness to keep the horse from running too far into the wild and into the distance.
Capricorn - As Grim as Winter
Like Sag, Capricorn is a "bi-racial" sign. These seagoats are half land goat and half sea goat.
Ruled during the darkest time of the year, winter can be a struggle for most people. And like the dark of winter, these individuals can be a grim and miser soul like Scrooge who needs the light to guide them back to life. Some caps are completely self-absorbed (sounds like Scrooge). If you don't want your life to look like the dead of winter, find help.
Ruled during the darkest time of the year, winter can be a struggle for most people. And like the dark of winter, these individuals can be a grim and miser soul like Scrooge who needs the light to guide them back to life. Some caps are completely self-absorbed (sounds like Scrooge). If you don't want your life to look like the dead of winter, find help.
Aquarius - Just Get a Therapist
Hey Yo Aqua girl here. I love being an Aqua but my word there is no one word to describe Aquarians.
Some of us are refined. Some of us are eccentric. And some of us are a mix of both. Aquarian women are like a breath of fresh air and bring out the raja in most men because we are fair and drama free. But, many men (people in general) take advantage of our good-hearted nature.
I feel like Aquarians should just get a therapist. Aquarius rules astrology but also technology and science. Our scientific and analytical mind can lead us to the nut house, overthinking everything. We love science but are also mystical mamas which leads to a bagful of identity issues as today, you either believe in science or spirit, generally not both. Sometimes we stress out about humanity and we know we can't control this shit but we cry because we care and can "see" the future heading down a dark path.
Sometimes people think we're cold and detached when we are not, we are just stuck in our heads future tripping about humanity or if this man is actually going to commit to us and stop taking advantage of our bleeding heart. We really are warm-hearted, caring and affectionate humans who wants the best for everyone. Aquarius also rules anger. And we are in the Age of Aquarius. Is this why everyone is so damn angry these days?
Aquarians need to discover and appreciate the "power of now" and carpe diem.
Some of us are refined. Some of us are eccentric. And some of us are a mix of both. Aquarian women are like a breath of fresh air and bring out the raja in most men because we are fair and drama free. But, many men (people in general) take advantage of our good-hearted nature.
I feel like Aquarians should just get a therapist. Aquarius rules astrology but also technology and science. Our scientific and analytical mind can lead us to the nut house, overthinking everything. We love science but are also mystical mamas which leads to a bagful of identity issues as today, you either believe in science or spirit, generally not both. Sometimes we stress out about humanity and we know we can't control this shit but we cry because we care and can "see" the future heading down a dark path.
Sometimes people think we're cold and detached when we are not, we are just stuck in our heads future tripping about humanity or if this man is actually going to commit to us and stop taking advantage of our bleeding heart. We really are warm-hearted, caring and affectionate humans who wants the best for everyone. Aquarius also rules anger. And we are in the Age of Aquarius. Is this why everyone is so damn angry these days?
Aquarians need to discover and appreciate the "power of now" and carpe diem.
Pisces - Swim to the Surface Fishy
Pisces is a highly emotional water sign symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions.
Dreamy and artistic, those swimming in the dark side of their emotions may end up in lusty and secretive waters. If Pisces doesn't control their mind and dreams, they end up lost in a fantasy world, completely checked out of reality. Sometimes this ends up in disappointment as the fairy-tale they cooked up in their head about a romantic partner doesn't match reality.
Those with Pisces moons have so much emotions to process many end up using drugs and alcohol as a form of escapism. It's important to recognize these behaviors. If drowning in the depths of the ocean , look up to see the sun glistening on the surface and swim towards the light. Pisces needs a dose of a reality check coupled with healthy coping mechanisms. Sex and chronic drug abuse rarely help people so channel that energy towards your athletic and artistic pursuits. Ride the wave Pisces. Don't get caught in the undertow.
Now sun signs are affected by one's moon and rising sign. What do you struggle with the most?
Dreamy and artistic, those swimming in the dark side of their emotions may end up in lusty and secretive waters. If Pisces doesn't control their mind and dreams, they end up lost in a fantasy world, completely checked out of reality. Sometimes this ends up in disappointment as the fairy-tale they cooked up in their head about a romantic partner doesn't match reality.
Those with Pisces moons have so much emotions to process many end up using drugs and alcohol as a form of escapism. It's important to recognize these behaviors. If drowning in the depths of the ocean , look up to see the sun glistening on the surface and swim towards the light. Pisces needs a dose of a reality check coupled with healthy coping mechanisms. Sex and chronic drug abuse rarely help people so channel that energy towards your athletic and artistic pursuits. Ride the wave Pisces. Don't get caught in the undertow.
Now sun signs are affected by one's moon and rising sign. What do you struggle with the most?
Unbeknownst to most people, technology and spirituality have more in common than what meets the eye. Although we cannot physically "see" the unforeseen world, it does not mean that it doesn't exist.
Like the ballet, one sees a group of ballerinas performing on stage, but does not see what happens behind the curtains.
I believe the technical world utilizes the same concepts, structures and ideas as the spiritual world.
Whether one believes in it or not, AI surveillance watches us 24/7. Alexa, cameras, drones, satellites, some form of artificial intelligence, or machine, watches us all day, everyday. Personally, it freaks me out as I am an advocate for humans and the emotional experience (the same experience that our ancestors endured).
Like the ballet, one sees a group of ballerinas performing on stage, but does not see what happens behind the curtains.
I believe the technical world utilizes the same concepts, structures and ideas as the spiritual world.
Whether one believes in it or not, AI surveillance watches us 24/7. Alexa, cameras, drones, satellites, some form of artificial intelligence, or machine, watches us all day, everyday. Personally, it freaks me out as I am an advocate for humans and the emotional experience (the same experience that our ancestors endured).
"The concept of surveillance is ingrained in our beings. God was the original surveillance camera."
-Hasan M. Elahi
What is fascinating is that so many people believe in and put their faith in technology. And these same people are also fascinated by Marvel movies and Star Wars, which portray spirituality in the never-ending battle between the light and the dark.
Life is a battle between the light and the dark in the individual and collective environment. In a past blog post, Sunspiration #78: Which Wolf Do You Feed Inside Your Head? The Light or the Dark?, we have the capabilities to feed various wolves inside our head.
Even if one does not believe in God, one does not lose anything, besides faith, to believe in him. So what does this have to do with the light and the dark?
Life is a battle between the light and the dark in the individual and collective environment. In a past blog post, Sunspiration #78: Which Wolf Do You Feed Inside Your Head? The Light or the Dark?, we have the capabilities to feed various wolves inside our head.
Even if one does not believe in God, one does not lose anything, besides faith, to believe in him. So what does this have to do with the light and the dark?
God knows exactly what is going on inside your head and your heart.
God is like Santa Claus. In fact, if you believe in Krampus then you know Santa is God and Krampus is the devil. Our "silly" little, ancient "fairy tales" symbolize the light versus the dark.
God is omnipresent. God knows when you've been naughty or nice. He knows when you are sleeping, he knows when you're awake. He knows when your heart has been broken and he knows what energy lies in your heart. Some people's hearts are filled with innocence and purity, and others have hearts as dark as night. Jealous, anger, vengeance, greed, hate - life on planet earth is not easy but God will keep sending you lessons until you finally get it or change.
God is omnipresent. God knows when you've been naughty or nice. He knows when you are sleeping, he knows when you're awake. He knows when your heart has been broken and he knows what energy lies in your heart. Some people's hearts are filled with innocence and purity, and others have hearts as dark as night. Jealous, anger, vengeance, greed, hate - life on planet earth is not easy but God will keep sending you lessons until you finally get it or change.
Proverbs 15:3 The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good.
Most people know what to do, but they don't know how to do it. The biggest challenge people have is to transfer the head knowledge to the heart application. Many people have the knowledge in their head but they just can't seem to acknowledge or act upon that wisdom that lies in their heart.
They know God loves them, but they hate themselves (aka lack of self love). In their head they love their partner who left them, but their heart contains so much bitterness that they hope their ex "gets their karma."
The reality of life is understanding how to live through love but learn how to navigate through the darkness. Life on this planet will never be a utopia. This planet is an incarnation of polar opposite energies. Right vs left. North and South, East and West. Love vs. hate.
We need to balance the head and the heart to live life without destroying others or destructing the planet. However, sometimes dipping into darkness is necessary. For example, anger is seen as something toxic and destructive. But anger also creates change. However, the analytical mind is not made to understand or believe in faith. The analytical mind is what has saved the human race as we've been biologically programmed to survive against dangerous people, situations, cultures and wars.
Everything is a balancing act and God knows your intentions. It is why most Christians or people who love God have pure intentions as they know God is watching them 24/7. They don't want to disappoint God, and will live their life with their best intentions. Judgement or karma comes around when messing with other people's emotions or dabbling in unethical behavior.
Our ancestors knew this truth. They lived a life in nature, gazing at the night sky, using the stars and the constellation as their road map. Now that we have Google maps, we are ignorant to the sky above because light pollution blocks our ability to "see" the heavens above.
I see people moving into two directions. Some people continue to think the stuff of the past is stupid since we are so intellectual today, we must be smarter than our ancestors right? On the other end, there is an awakening and people are questioning what is happening in our world today.
What do you think? Is God our ultimate surveillance camera?
They know God loves them, but they hate themselves (aka lack of self love). In their head they love their partner who left them, but their heart contains so much bitterness that they hope their ex "gets their karma."
The reality of life is understanding how to live through love but learn how to navigate through the darkness. Life on this planet will never be a utopia. This planet is an incarnation of polar opposite energies. Right vs left. North and South, East and West. Love vs. hate.
We need to balance the head and the heart to live life without destroying others or destructing the planet. However, sometimes dipping into darkness is necessary. For example, anger is seen as something toxic and destructive. But anger also creates change. However, the analytical mind is not made to understand or believe in faith. The analytical mind is what has saved the human race as we've been biologically programmed to survive against dangerous people, situations, cultures and wars.
Everything is a balancing act and God knows your intentions. It is why most Christians or people who love God have pure intentions as they know God is watching them 24/7. They don't want to disappoint God, and will live their life with their best intentions. Judgement or karma comes around when messing with other people's emotions or dabbling in unethical behavior.
Our ancestors knew this truth. They lived a life in nature, gazing at the night sky, using the stars and the constellation as their road map. Now that we have Google maps, we are ignorant to the sky above because light pollution blocks our ability to "see" the heavens above.
I see people moving into two directions. Some people continue to think the stuff of the past is stupid since we are so intellectual today, we must be smarter than our ancestors right? On the other end, there is an awakening and people are questioning what is happening in our world today.
What do you think? Is God our ultimate surveillance camera?
Have you ever searched for happiness and noticed that the pursuit of happiness actually made you sad or depressed? All too often we search for happiness, when we need to pursue states of joy.
Many feel their happiness or “peace” in their life will come once they get that raise, publish that book or marry that man. Many people are not spiritually evolved enough to distinguish the difference between internal and external happiness. And most people chase the external world to fulfill their inner world happiness.
Happiness, like a treadmill starts and stops frequently. Many people believe that once they reach a state of happiness that life will be forever smooth sailing. This is not the case. Life is a continuous process of processing life situations, emotions and events.
Happiness is not forever. Happiness is defined as "a state of being happy." And being happy is defined as, "a feeling or showing pleasure or contentment." Why is being happy so difficult?
What most people lack in their life is contentment. As stated above, most people seek material things or pleasures from the external world in order to fulfill their inner world.
Without contentment, we never seem to have enough in life, which is ironic as modern society is the most abundant life mankind has ever experienced. We want more money. We want a nicer car, better clothes, a better job title – most people are not content with what they currently have or own. And most people do not appreciate the basics such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
Many feel their happiness or “peace” in their life will come once they get that raise, publish that book or marry that man. Many people are not spiritually evolved enough to distinguish the difference between internal and external happiness. And most people chase the external world to fulfill their inner world happiness.
Happiness, like a treadmill starts and stops frequently. Many people believe that once they reach a state of happiness that life will be forever smooth sailing. This is not the case. Life is a continuous process of processing life situations, emotions and events.
Happiness is not forever. Happiness is defined as "a state of being happy." And being happy is defined as, "a feeling or showing pleasure or contentment." Why is being happy so difficult?
What most people lack in their life is contentment. As stated above, most people seek material things or pleasures from the external world in order to fulfill their inner world.
Without contentment, we never seem to have enough in life, which is ironic as modern society is the most abundant life mankind has ever experienced. We want more money. We want a nicer car, better clothes, a better job title – most people are not content with what they currently have or own. And most people do not appreciate the basics such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
And when we’re not content, how can we be happy?
Happiness seems like an end point, but life has no end point until we’re six feet underground. Even if you reach a state of happiness, life will flow like a river with highs and lows. We will enter time periods of happiness and sadness. It is the reality of life.
Joy on the other hand is, defined as “The emotion evoked by well being, success, or good fortune or by the prospect of possessing what one desires,” and a “feeling of great pleasure and happiness.”
I don’t believe that joy stems from success or good fortune. I see it as an internal fulfillment of being content and finding love and joy in the divine.
Whether you call the above, God, the creator or the universe, receiving love from the divine is one of the best moments of joy one can experience. God loves us unconditionally. It's the same unconditional love you receive from a pet.
We find joy through things that we love like reading a book, hanging out on a beach, cooking for friends, making love to a spouse. Joy is living in the moment and enjoying the happiness from that activity. Generally, happiness is connected to material items as an outcome or reward once you achieve or get something.
Joy is also appreciating what you have during times of stress and chaos. We may not be happy, but somehow we can be thankful and find gratitude in one area of our life.
Joy on the other hand is, defined as “The emotion evoked by well being, success, or good fortune or by the prospect of possessing what one desires,” and a “feeling of great pleasure and happiness.”
I don’t believe that joy stems from success or good fortune. I see it as an internal fulfillment of being content and finding love and joy in the divine.
Whether you call the above, God, the creator or the universe, receiving love from the divine is one of the best moments of joy one can experience. God loves us unconditionally. It's the same unconditional love you receive from a pet.
We find joy through things that we love like reading a book, hanging out on a beach, cooking for friends, making love to a spouse. Joy is living in the moment and enjoying the happiness from that activity. Generally, happiness is connected to material items as an outcome or reward once you achieve or get something.
Joy is also appreciating what you have during times of stress and chaos. We may not be happy, but somehow we can be thankful and find gratitude in one area of our life.
Happiness is an emotion. Joy is an attitude of the heart.
Emotions, like the ocean, ebb and flow, and happiness, like our human body, is a temporary experience. We are emotional high addicts (stimulus and response). It’s why people are shopping/drug/sex/food addicts.
Eventually, the “high” of the new item wears off. And we need more of the stimulant in order for the body to respond with that happiness / high feeling.
Happiness will come, and happiness will go. It is important to find the joy in everything, even during the hard times, as these are the moments where you grow and transform your life.
What do you think about happiness? Is it better to chase joy instead of happiness?
Eventually, the “high” of the new item wears off. And we need more of the stimulant in order for the body to respond with that happiness / high feeling.
Happiness will come, and happiness will go. It is important to find the joy in everything, even during the hard times, as these are the moments where you grow and transform your life.
What do you think about happiness? Is it better to chase joy instead of happiness?
Happy Fourth of July.
Today is the day of freedom. The day we reflect on our rights, happiness and freedom as a country. America is not a perfect country but there has been no better time in human history than the present.
Freedom is a bell that rings daily, a bell that we all want to ring.
Today is the day of freedom. The day we reflect on our rights, happiness and freedom as a country. America is not a perfect country but there has been no better time in human history than the present.
Freedom is a bell that rings daily, a bell that we all want to ring.
We all seek freedom. Financial freedom. Freedom from our jobs. Freedom from the system.
Most people will never find freedom because they are solely focused on the material and earth-plane world. They believe money will set them free. They believe a relationship will make them happy. They believe a car will make them look cool.
Many of these "things" are compensation tools for something that is lacking inside.
What most people "need" is to set their soul free. This doesn't mean through self-employment or globe-trekking, but to walk the path of growth for their mind, body and soul.
Most people will never find freedom because they are solely focused on the material and earth-plane world. They believe money will set them free. They believe a relationship will make them happy. They believe a car will make them look cool.
Many of these "things" are compensation tools for something that is lacking inside.
What most people "need" is to set their soul free. This doesn't mean through self-employment or globe-trekking, but to walk the path of growth for their mind, body and soul.
“The great efforts to move our lives forward always come down to a new moment when we interrupt our fear and activate our freedom by choosing how to feel, interpret, and direct our lives.” – Brendon Burchard,
There are two types of wolves that exist in life and in our mind. A white wolf (being of the light) and a black wolf (darkness). Most people torture themselves with dark wolves and invite them in carelessly into our lives, and repeat the same behavioral loop patterns. The lower mind focuses on these instant pleasures, which in turn keeps us locked in from the freedom we seek.
Most people need to break free from the constraints that agonize their soul.
The soul yearns freedom from behavioral loops, bad habits and limiting self beliefs.
Most people need to break free from the constraints that agonize their soul.
The soul yearns freedom from behavioral loops, bad habits and limiting self beliefs.
“I used to spend so much time reacting and responding to everyone else that my life had no direction. Other people’s lives, problems, and wants set the course for my life. Once I realized it was okay for me to think about and identify what I wanted, remarkable things began to take place in my life.” – Melody Beatti
It takes strength and courage to walk away from the things that no longer serve you, but nourish your higher mind, the higher self that seeks more in life.
Stop letting people walk all over of you.
Stop saying yes to everything when you want to say no.
Stop doing things that make you feel empty inside.
When you remove the clutter and dirt from your life you purify the soul. It's like cleaning a garage.
So how do you remove the clutter? Listen to your intuition and seek help. Counseling, yoga, mediation, vacation, eating healthier - whatever is driving you to a better life, seek that out. You need to choose tools that will help you deprogram your mind.
Humans are biologically programmed to focus on the negative. It's how we've evolved for our species to survive. At some point in your life you have to draw the line in the sand and take a stand for what you want in your life. Something healthier. Something more inspirational. Something just better.
Unless it's a loved one, stop worrying about other people and begin to take care of yourself. The more you focus on your soul development the more you break free from the constraints on society. The higher you vibrate and trust in God, things in life will manifest - we just don't know when, where or why. The divine has no timeline.
Stop letting people walk all over of you.
Stop saying yes to everything when you want to say no.
Stop doing things that make you feel empty inside.
When you remove the clutter and dirt from your life you purify the soul. It's like cleaning a garage.
So how do you remove the clutter? Listen to your intuition and seek help. Counseling, yoga, mediation, vacation, eating healthier - whatever is driving you to a better life, seek that out. You need to choose tools that will help you deprogram your mind.
Humans are biologically programmed to focus on the negative. It's how we've evolved for our species to survive. At some point in your life you have to draw the line in the sand and take a stand for what you want in your life. Something healthier. Something more inspirational. Something just better.
Unless it's a loved one, stop worrying about other people and begin to take care of yourself. The more you focus on your soul development the more you break free from the constraints on society. The higher you vibrate and trust in God, things in life will manifest - we just don't know when, where or why. The divine has no timeline.
“You will never be free until you free yourself from the prison of your own false thoughts.” – Philip Arnold
What do you think? How can you set your soul free?
Author
Elizabeth Rae Kovar M.A. is Author of her memoir, Finding Om and is a Fitness Trainer, Yogi, Reiki Master, Presenter and Lover of Life. To view her portfolio please visit www.elizabethkovar.com
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