Anchoring the Energies of the New Millennium

Channeled message on Weds., January 1, 2014

Forgiveness is easier said than done, and yet we know deep down it’s the right thing to do. Judge not lest ye be judged. Right? After all, what we do unto others ultimately comes back to us. That’s Universal Law. So why is forgiveness so elusive?

For most of us, forgiving is difficult because it requires venturing into the far recesses of the heart, where we have safely hidden our wounds as a practicality-  in order to move on with our lives. Over time we become masters at stuffing our emotions way down where they are unseen and out of our way. After all, who wants to waste time living in the past when there’s so much to be done in the moment?

Perhaps, we’ve been taught to be tough- to grin and bear our misfortunes like a badge of courage. We’re told pain is part of the process of growing up. But this false bravado belies the truth that we unconsciously view ourselves as a victim. There is no doubt that we have experienced every kind of wound possible- from unfairness to betrayal and brutality.  Our hearts cry out for justice, love and acceptance and yet we surreptitiously hide feeling helpless, abandoned, and alone in order to protect our inner child as others cope with their own concerns. And, yet, how often do we seek revenge or silently hope for a chance to see someone else getting what he or she finally deserves? Do we admit gloatting with satisfaction at another’s misfortune in return? What evil thoughts of our own lurk under the smile that portrays, “I’m fine,” in spite of it all?

Self pity is not a like-able companion, so we easily slip into denial.  But as anger, guilt, betrayal and resentment linger, our ability to experience love and joy fades. Denied or hidden pain renders us feeling unfulfilled and hopeless. As though the light has been snuffed out. Only grey remains. Many self-medicate in reaction to this internal suffering through addictions of all kinds- food, drugs, pornography, and myriad self-defeating behaviors. Others opt to over-achieving- a more acceptable outward expression, hiding an inward pain.

Steps toward Forgiveness…

Acceptance. In order to arrive at a place where forgiveness is possible one must grieve, fully acknowledging the pain trapped within a deeply wounded heart. Opening to the emotion. Crying, journaling, talking to someone who will listen… releasing what has been buried deep within. In this way we step out of denial and open the door to being able to forgive. 

Letting Go. Once you fully accept the horrible thing has happened to you- or that you have done- the time will come to purposely let it all go. There is healing in the story and also in releasing it.  Give up the guilt, the justification, and the blame. Let yourself off the hook and others, too. It may take time and practice to stop identifying yourself as a victim, but in the instant it happens, the heart begins to heal. To continue identifying with the pain is to keep hurting yourself. Love yourself enough to let go. No one else can do this but you. Surrender.

Make Amends. Accept an apology, if it is given. Accept the situation for what it is, if a sincere “I’m sorry” is never offered. Perhaps boundaries are needed for Self love, but not barriers to keep out love. Let the Heart be your guide, not your mind.

See the Mirror. As an integral part of the human drama, which takes place in a dualistic world, we incarnate to play the necessary roles- both good and evil- in order to help each other evolve. Our lessons- both joyful and painful- provide opportunities to know ourselves and understand our place in the universe. Our reality is a reflection of ourselves, in some way, shape or form, and in forgiving others we are also forgiving ourselves. Forgiveness, although extended outwardly to others, is ultimately our own gift. 

Expand Perception. Embrace the wisdom of the sages that we are ONE expressed as the many and that our soul orchestrates experiences in order to bring us back to Source.  We rise above the facade of appearance, to see beyond the veil of illusion that reveals all existence as an expression of the divine. We are powerful creators and changing our perception in each moment provides the freedom to release anything that no longer serves you. Open to the freedom of experiencing expansive love, joy through Forgiveness.

We are held prisoner of our pain until we set ourselves free. Within the Heart you will find forgiveness is key.

     I must say that when all of Earth jumped on the spiritual train ascending to the Higher Realms, I knew that raising one’s consciousness to get there was no small task.  The celestial promises that began with the Harmonic Convergence in the 80’s and the more recent influx of HUGE energies on 12-12-12 and 12-21-12 brought me to my knees with the humility of one who is relatively new to the spiritual awakening scene, compared to many of my colleagues who boast of their lifelong journey of inner knowing and extra-sensory gifts. Sometimes I think of myself as a spiritual gate crasher- it was not until I entered my forties did I begin to embrace profound shifts in my consciousness and abilities-… ready or not here I come, as they say.  Maybe your intuitive gifts are revealing themselves at a pace which is difficult to understand. If so, seek guidance from someone you trust and one who walks their talk.
     Releasing old ideas to which the ego is savagely hanging onto is difficult enough but rewarding in ways that only doing so reveals- old relationships that used to suck the life out of you and question your sanity are replaced by new friends who know that “crazy” is the new normal when it comes to fully embracing ‘far-out’ spiritual ideas that drastically differ from religious dogma and offer a more reasonable and affordable path to ascension.  A knowing that WE ARE what we are seeking, and that the Divine WITHIN is the way to understand our own powerful nature as creator of our reality.  Those who call such ideas “nonsense” have vanished from our everyday experience and, thankfully, we are finding our soul groups that welcome us with understanding minds, loving hugs and open hearts.
    Seeing the mirror of our own shortcomings in others is yet another challenge that reveals where we need to shift, if we want others to do the same.  This is a drastic new way of perceiving ourselves and, perhaps, a little uncomfortable.  When I see something that I dislike in another, I must ask where is that same characteristic played out in me? Shocking results show up in the mirror that reveals that like does attract like- just as science tells us.  Opposites attract, too.  And their place in our lives are for the learning of important and profound lessons.
    As we integrate the higher energies of ascension, our body’s cells are actually changing and shifting their electromagnetic frequencies, in tandem with the shifts on Earth verified by the scientific community.  As below so above…  Everything in our experience begins to change, including our dreams, our appetites, our emotions, and our desires.  Sometimes this is welcomed and sometimes the changes are upsetting, as we must let go of all that is out of sync for our profound awakening.
     Here are some helpful hints for riding the ups and downs of energy waves crashing onto our planet and into our lives:

• Ground yourself each and every day by centering in your heart and sending a beautiful energetic cord of Light down through the layers of Earth to her core.  Invite Mother Earth’s supporting energies up this cord and into your heart, feeling deep gratitude for being totally provided for in this incarnation.
• Pay attention to your dreams and the subtle guidance of Spirit that often comes through in messages within the lyrics of music, headlines on billboards and even on car stickers, license plates.  The unusual appearance of certain birds and butterflies, too, can open up awareness of valuable information sent from your guides and loved ones across the veil. Look to the heavens and pay attention to the cloud formations and sky-scapes.
• Honor your feelings without judgement and release old thought patterns of negativity that are self-limiting.  Do the same for others.
• Make space in your busy life to connect with Nature and all of the healing energies that avail themselves when you do this.  The Light grids on Earth are upgrading as well, so this connection is vital for integrating higher frequencies and also staying grounded.
• Remain focused in your Center, which is the HEART.  Breathe from your Heart… show compassion for others, set your boundaries with love; shine your LIGHT from your Heart!
• Balance is KEY.  Allow enough time, energy and focus on all three: Body, Mind & Spirit.
• Connect with like-minded individuals, as you are definitely not on this amazing path alone.

Oh happy day!

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     Miracles are waiting to happen, when we are open and willing to do our part in allowing the Universe to answer our prayers. And if you’ve ever experienced miracles, you know the ecstatic joy of that instant when everything comes together to fulfill your heartfelt desires.

     I’ve been blessed with many miracles in my life… which, frankly, is why I am still here. And as an energy practitioner- or Light worker, as I am known in spiritual realms- I am fortunate to witness miracles happening to others who are opening up to the wonders of the Universe and their own amazing and Divine abilities.  But I was not expecting my birthday to begin a strange set of circumstances that, to this very moment, are still a mystery with miraculous results.
     When my feet hit the floor on the first day of my sixtieth year, I felt an odd twinge in my left ankle.  “Oh boy… something’s amiss,” I thought, but proceeded to pack for our trip to Greenville- my husband’s loving offer in response to my insisting on a private celebration.  I felt the need to “go inward” and be quiet.  I ignored the nagging discomfort of my foot while I paced back and forth from closet to suitcase, and was thankful that putting on high instep shoes assuaged my odd gait.  I kept suppressing the idea that something might be physically wrong.  After all, I knew that obstructions in walking carried meaningful implications symbolizing hesitance to move forward on life’s path. And, yes, of late I had pondered about where else I wanted to go in my life, given my entry into the next decade.  Sixty is a different feel compared to former years.  It’s bigger and deeper.
     The gloom of the rainy morning gave way to bright clear skies, and our leisurely walk through historic downtown was delightful.  Just the perfect kind of day to celebrate life.  I gingerly handled the steps on our sojourn, but the pain began to surface, slowly and inevitably.  By the time we returned home, I knew that I had to see a doctor.  My orthopedic’s odd expression as she carefully examined the xray of my ankle matched my own look of confusion.  A perfect triangle of white crisscrossed the foot bone, near the juncture of my leg.  I was told that an MRI was needed to get a clearer picture- that the protocol of what to do next depended upon seeing a 3D image to determine the extent of damage to the bone.   There had been no injury- nothing physical to warrant the surreal image on the film staring back at me.   This makes absolutely no sense, I reasoned.  And because I know spiritual roots underly all things, the thought occurred to me that Spirit was definitely causing me to slow down (not an option that I normal gift myself). My inner prompting to go inward was manifesting in the physical. By the time I gingerly walked out of the doctor’s office, the pain was excruciating; I had no choice but to land on the couch, get totally off my feet, and be still.
     I owe a tremendous gratitude to my spiritual sisters- all powerful healers in their own right- who sent healing Light to me that night.  I opened to the Higher Powers, relinquished control and asked for help.  I asked for whatever guidance I might need to clear all discordant energies- past, present and future- so that I could enjoy perfect health and wellbeing.  I gave up any idea of how my life was ‘supposed’ to look, totally surrendering to the moment. And to my delight, when I awoke the next day, all of the pain was gone!  Thrilled beyond belief, I prayed with heartfelt gratitude for my loving friends who willingly came through in my hour of need and to God for answering my prayers. I walked without a hitch.  My husband couldn’t believe his eyes when I happily sauntered out of the house, eager to do yardwork. We planted our garden together and I continued to stoop and bend the entire day, without ever thinking about the painful ordeal that overcame me for three full days prior.  My doctor called after reading the MRI results, and she insists that I wear my leg brace and stay off my feet for at least four weeks. Apparently a severe lesion on cartilage takes that long to heal.  Releasing control and expectation, asking for help- both human and Divine, and being totally open to miracles, however, does not. In an instant, anything is possible.