Full Moon in Virgo
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Now is the time to do something different and expansive. The energy around the full moon on February 28, 2010 at 7:38am PST is a time to break out of the box and move beyond your normal rountine.
Remember to show gratitude for all you have in your life, and be open to new doorways of opportunity. Surrender your resistance to what is going on in your life and allow the energy to guide you. Be like water, flowing with new ideas and directions.
Wealth Tip: Financial Fitness
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We are well into our second year of the recession. Expenses have been carefully reviewed to cut out the fluff, yet gas, utilities, and food prices haven’t dropped. And, wages aren’t skyrocketing. For most people there is very little wiggle room in the budget. So it’s time to be creative and make some extra bucks!
Create a small business using your talents or what you love to do.
Can you teach a class or tutor?
What about a dog walking business for neighbors who work?
Perhaps you’re a sports enthusiast who could get paid to referee?
Can you watch your child’s classmate after school?
Do you like to cook? Create a cooking service, providing meals for busy families or executives?
This is just a short list of possible ways to create new income streams. There are many more, simply be open to the possibilities and allow your imagination to wander. You might be surprised by the outcome. Remember to start small so the new project is manageable. Who knows, maybe your part-time work will grow and become your full-time business.
‘Tis a Gift to Receive
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We’ve all heard the saying, “It’s better to give then receive.” But in the manifesting process, both giving and receiving are attributes of the process, called the Law of Reciprocity. When manifesting or creating something new, the Universe often sends unexpected ideas or resources to support the request. However, these subtle messages can be missed if there are expectations of how, when, or where the answers are supposed to appear and your ability to receive help. Do you reject the help you’re offered without even realizing it?
For most of us it’s easier to give than receive, but without discovering and building receiving muscles, the manifesting process is limited or fails. Learning to receive can be a challenge. The world will abundantly give to all of us! So how do you build your receiving muscles.
When the cosmos sends you help, how do you respond?
Do you feel guilty or anxious when someone offers to help or gives you a compliment?
Do you feel you’re weak or incapable if you accept help that’s offered to you?
Do you feel you deserve what you’re being offered?
Do you fear what others will think of you if you accept help?
How you feel about yourself is an indicator of how willing you are to receive. You may have been taught that you need to do everything on your own to prove you’re strong and capable. But guess what, the people who are the strongest are the ones who allow others to help them and be a part of the process. We all have different gifts and talents, and as we work together we draw from one another’s talents to make the bigger picture work for all of us. There is no competition or finish line. The world continuously expands to support all of our dreams, especially when we learn to work together to help everyone get what they want.
A few years back I read a great book about learning to receive called Things Will Get As Good As You Can Stand by Laura Doyle. She artfully provides simple ideas to build your ability to receive and learning about the reciprocal nature of the process. You can check out her book on the “I Recommend” widget on the right hand side of my blog.
Ask for what you want! Many people are fearful of even asking for what they really want. Perhaps the fear stems from being disappointed or rejected if they ask for something. Fears alter a person’s belief system. The beliefs, or programming, change a person’s behavior, resulting in limiting the ability to manifest.
Another way of getting into receive mode is to practice conscious daily giving. I know that’s just what you wanted to hear – give more so I can receive. But there is a difference in consciously giving and being in receiving mode. A year ago I was introduced to Cami Walker’s website 29Gifts.org. Cami talks about the daily health challenges she faces and how her life shifted as a result of consciously giving a daily gift for 29 days. She has done this for over a year now and published a book about her journey. As a result her health has improved, her business has improved, and her relationships have improved. All of this from consciously giving simple gifts each day for 29 consecutive days. The key here is the “consecutive days of giving”, if you miss a day, you start over.
The momentum that is created by giving daily is amazing! The gifts are something you value – giving a client an extra half hour of your time, a phone call to someone in need, helping someone out unexpectedly, or whatever you decide. The key here is the gift must be conscious, not an afterthought.
The Law of Reciprocity definitely kicks in as a result of daily giving. After experimenting with daily giving, I too can validate amazing results of receiving gifts and shifting the flow of my energy! Are you feeling tapped out because you are constantly giving, but feeling like nothing is reciprocated? Look into your feelings and beliefs about receiving. Learn to shift your ability to receive by accepting little gifts such as doors being opened for you, a kind smile, someone offering their seat to you, or whatever the gesture. Graciously accept and say, “thank you” for the gesture. By accepting little things you’ll build your receiving muscle and open yourself up to receiving more and more. Learning to receive take practice and effort.
Gearing Up
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We spent a delightful weekend in San Francisco. It was wonderful to get out of the snow for a few days and enjoy the beautiful sunshine in the Bay area. Jason was attending a writer’s conference (you can read more about his experience at www.TheBigBangAuthor.com) so our 11 year old daughter Devan and I explored the city.
Our day began at 4am on Friday. We drove through snow and rain arriving in San Francisco around 9am. The first day, Devan and I explored the Academy of Science aquarium, planetarium, and the King Tut exhibit. It was all so amazing. Devan has decided that she doesn’t like riding in crazy taxis through the streets of San Francisco!
Saturday we had a delightful day venturing through China Town. We also purchased cable car passes, but soon discovered riding the cable cars on a Saturday is absurd. There are so many tourists waiting to get on, it really wasn’t worth it. We ended up walking uphill to get the next stop, and the next stop, when we finally caught the trolley only a block away from our hotel. The good news is we were headed the opposite direction down to Coit Tower to get a panoramic view of the Bay.
Devan was perched on the outside edge of the cable car with my arms wrapped tightly around her. Going downhill was a bit scary making sure she was safe. After about a 10 minute ride we hopped of the car heading toward Coit Tower. We both began laughing because the trek to the tower was straight up hill! Ah, another adventure.
We quickly climbed the hill, rode to the top of the tower, took pictures and headed back toward the trolley tracks. After standing there for around 20 minutes and two trolleys full of passengers passed us, we again decided to walk to the next stop, and the next, and the next. It wasn’t long before we were back on top of Nob Hill at the beautiful Mark Hopkins Hotel.
Our shins were sore from the up and down travels of the city streets, but our hearts were ready for more. We quickly changed for our next quest – Chinese food in China Town on Chinese New Year’s Eve. The streets were alive with firecrackers popping every couple of minutes. We decided to eat at a wonderful Malaysian restaurant where Devan wanted to eat something exotic. Although her order was simple, there was a garnishment on her plate of what we believe was duck eggs. She tried it, thought it tasted ok, and is still alive!
On Sunday, Valentine’s Day, our plans for the day were a bit tame compared to the other days. Good thing because both of us were hurting from hiking up and down hills. We walked a few blocks downhill to Tru Spa for a Moji-toes spa treatment. Our feet were soaked in lime and mint water while we sipped on mojitos. Our shins, calves, and feet were scrubed with a lime, mint, and sugar mixture. The treatment was finished off with a shea butter moisturizer, and our toe nails were polished to perfection. Ahhh, what a delightful way to end the trip.
It was a wonderful weekend get-a-way! The best part of being home is sleeping 12 hours in our Cal-King bed! The Mark Hopkins Hotel was wonderful, but we had two double beds. The only one who had a decent night sleep while we were there was Devan.
It’s amazing how a few days away can inspire new ideas. Both Jason and I are enthused by the information he received at the conference. I’m so excited to share the ideas with my client’s to help them transform their businesses and their lives. There are a couple of ideas that will take a while to implement, but gearing up for new adventures is always fun to me. The timing is perfect for these new ideas since we are beginning another lunar cycle.
What are you creating this lunar cycle?
New Moon in Aquarius 2010
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Ah, we are coming out of the dark days of winter. Can you feel the days are getting longer and the sun in higher in the sky? It’s always such a great feeling knowing winter is on its way out and spring is just around the corner!
As another new moon is upon us it is a time of renewal and new beginnings. The new moon in Aquarius, the sign of invention, is a great time to think outside the box for a fresh approach to life. Imagine new ways of living; find happiness in simple pleasures; and surrender to the outcome.
According to Jeff Jawer at www.StarIQ.com, “this is also a time for spiritual growth and opening new doors for humanity. Aspiring for more meaning is appropriate and will be beneficial as long as we don’t ignore our ongoing obligations.”
This new moon also falls around a couple of other special events. Valentine’s Day – a day to express and receive the greatest gift of all: LOVE!!!. What a beautiful way to invent a new you then to seek out and express the most passionate side of you. Ignite your life by learning to follow your passions instead of your fears. Open your heart and show the world all the passion beating inside of you.
“Dance like there’s nobody watching.”
“Love like you’ll never be hurt.”
“Sing like there’s nobody listening.”
“Live each day with passion!”
This new moon also launches the Chinese New Year; The Year of the Tiger. The tiger is known for its bravery and courage. This year in honor of Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day, we will be celebrating by wandering the streets of China Town in San Francisco. Okay, so we’re really going because we want to get off the hill and out of the snow. But, the timing is perfect to wander the streets of China Town and enjoy the New Year’s celebration and festivities.
Wishing you all a passionate and wonderful weekend!
Expectations
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“See that any time you feel pained or defeated, it is only because you insist on clinging to what doesn’t work. Dare to let go and you won’t lose a thing except for a punishing idea.”
Guy Finley – author and speaker
It is so easy to feel defeated when something doesn’t work out the way we expect. Many may feel like never trying because of the possibility of defeat. But, when we learn to let go of the our expectations of the outcome, and open to many possible outcomes then the feelings of defeat disappear.
We have all been subjected to expectations. Our parents, friends, teachers, bosses, co-workers, ourselves, and others often expect us to behave in a certain way. When someone doesn’t act according to expectations often guilt or shame is used to control the behavior. In turn, we subject similar expectations on others and ourselves. It’s a vicious cycle!
Since the pattern was established during childhood, it continues, until we consciously choose to change it. Our world is in a state of transition. The old ways of doing things no longer works. For many, change is very difficult. We have a choice to resist change or embrace it. One may feel defeated when losing a job, while another may feel new opportunities open up. It depends upon the person’s willingness to let go of their expectations.
Questions to Ponder:
1. Am I willing to let go of what doesn’t work?
2. If not, why not?
Since the New Moon begins on Sunday, February 14th, it’s a great time to try something new. For the next 21 days practice letting go of your expectations. Remind yourself daily to have “no expectations.” See if you notice all the times throughout your day you have expectations of yourself and others. Keep a small notebook and jot down the expectations you had throughout the day. After the 21 days, what has changed as a result of letting go of your expectations?
Full Moon – January 29, 2010
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The energy a few days before and after a full moon is the most intense energy of the lunar cycle. This is a time to evaluate the momentum of the cycle. It is also a great time to go with the flow and release anything that may be hindering your progress. Here is an article from www.thepowerpath.com about this particular full moon.
Full Moon is Friday, January 29 at 11:18 PM Mountain Standard Time. This is a time to take a break from intensity, scatter, and anything that has or is creating drama in your life. Sit in gratitude for a bit for all you have accomplished, all you have let go of, re-created, finished, started, eliminated, forgiven, re-started, changed and manifested. Make sure to really see your cup as more than half full. This is not the time to think or worry about what has not yet manifest, but rather to be grateful for what has.
In general for this week, we are still a bit scattered with too many things on the plate half baked. Continue looking at what has been generated by all the influences this month and where you need to put your focus and where you need to prune or set boundaries. The artisan energy is always creating way more possibilities than you can ever manifest or see through to the end. So it requires paying attention to the ones that seem to be gathering energy and force rather than the ones that just seem like a good idea intellectually. Use your intuition and follow the flow of the river and the path of least resistance.
Full Moon in Leo ~ Sun in Aquarius at 10º
On Friday, Jan 29 at 11:18 PM MST
Leo, the Lion-hearted is gifting us its regal lunar presence. Let this Moon puts its big paw on your heart and give you the courage and strength to take a risk and radiate and express your individuality and true essence. Somewhere the Performer/Entertainer/Leader inside each of us wants to feel appreciated, applauded and loved and one way or another finds expression in the house ruled by Leo in our personal chart. This Full Moon contrasts the sign of the individual ego, Leo, with the Sun’s sign of the collective consciousness, Aquarius.
Pressure has been intensified with the Full Moon eclipse of New Year’s Eve coupled with the lunar eclipse mid-month, multiple earthquake events, political upsets, Supreme Court decisions, etc. and the general angst that accompanies wide spread change at multiple levels. The squeeze is on to wake up to our expanded ability to love, heal, connect, and manifest our intentions with speed and ease.
Use this time around the full moon to keep yourself on track!
New Moon in Capricorn
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This new moon in Capricorn is about the need to redefine duty and obligations. It’s a good time to regroup and notice what is happening around you without judgment. Remember that Spirit is directing the show, so inquire within to see if what you think is really necessary. Beware of stubborn patterns that attempt to seduce you away from moving forward.
During this new moon is also a partial solar eclipse. Eclipses stir up potent energy and should be honored with the extra force they add to any time frame. Focus on the transitions in your life as positive steps in the right direction. Allow yourself to go with the flow as the flow is divinely orchestrated.
A, Be, C’s
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Be Adventurous
BE
Be Compassionate
Be Dazzling
Be Enthusiastic
Be Fantastic
Be Genuine
Be Humble
Be Inspired
Be Jovial
Be Kind
Be Loving
Be Memorable
Be Noteworthy
Be Outrageous
Be Playful & Passionate
Be Quixotic
Be Remarkable
Be Soulful
Be Truthful
Be Unconventional
Be Vivacious
Be Whimsical
Be Xalted
Be Young at Heart
Be Zealous
Practice the art of “be-ing” instead of doing.
How Much Does Baggage Really Cost?
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Have you ever wondered what the cost is of the baggage you’re carrying around? You know the baggage, the emotional stuff you’re holding on to. Most airlines are charging more for the baggage they carry. Do you wish you got paid extra for holding onto your emotional stuff? If you’re not getting paid extra for it, then what is your emotional baggage really costing you?
How does emotional baggage influence your relationships, your career/business, your money, your health, where you live, or how you live? Emotional baggage affects everything!
Emotional baggage influences perceptions. Our perceptions are filters through which we process all information. This is why when two people view the same incident their reports of the situation can be very different. We all perceive life differently. Someone may see a situation as an adventurous growth experience, while someone else sees it as a devastating one.
One of the key components of emotional baggage is fear. When we have an unpleasant emotional experience, the intention is to never feel that way again, right? So the emotion is held onto as a reminder to avoid situations that cause similar feelings. Unfortunately the fear of never wanting to feel the same way, projects a message into the cosmos. The Universe sends a message back to match the message sent out. Like attracts like, even if it isn’t what you wish to attract.
Fear causes people to stay in unhealthy relationships or avoid relationships altogether. It is a motive for staying in an unfulfilling career, instead of pursuing your passion. It affects your spending or saving habits based on perceptions of scarcity. It influences your health by affecting your energy’s natural flow and rhythm.
If you’re not getting the results you want, are you willing the change? Here are some ideas to help you eliminate emotional baggage:
1) Take note on areas in your life where you are frustrated or unhappy. What would you change? What emotions cause you to feel frustrated or unhappy in this area – i.e. feeling unappreciated, unloved, inadequate, disrespected, unworthy or anything else you feel.
2) Notice how your thoughts and emotions contribute to your current results. Are your thoughts supporting the existing pattern or what you wish to create? Ask yourself why you respond in a particular way. Shift your thoughts toward what you want to create – I am appreciated; I am lovable; I am worthy; I am respected.
3) Speak your truth – communicate your feelings with the person causing your frustration or unhappiness. They will validate your feelings and work with you to change the situation or they will discount them. Either way you are communicating what is or isn’t working for you. If it isn’t possible to work with the person directly, write about it expressing your feelings.
4) Visualize yourself releasing any emotions, and see youself receiving what you want such as unappreciated with appreciated; inadequate with flourishing; unworthy with deserving, etc. What does it feel like to you to be appreciated? What does it feel like to you to be respected? See yourself receiving and feeling positive emotions and feedback. You can also perform a ritual where you write what you want to release on a piece of paper and burn it. Make sure you replace it with what you want.
5) Express gratitude to your teachers. The people who push our buttons are the ones helping us grow. Journal your frustrations and feelings about a situation or person and then express gratitude for their actions helping you understand your emotions better.
Imagine living a life of emotional freedom. Practice releasing emotional baggage through the above steps. Learn to verbalize your emotions as soon as the situation occurs, and then let it go. By no longer dwelling on the feelings, they simply float away and no longer weigh you down.
Is the emotional stuff worth holding on to? Are you ready to let it go?
To prepare for the manifesting, write down a list of goals or intentions you want to attract or issues you want to release during the lunar cycle. After the cycle is over, review your old list crossing off goals achieved and file it, then begin a new list for the new cycle. To maintain balance in your life, look at goals on several different levels including financial, spiritual, mental, emotional, and physically.