Ready for Change?
On the weekend I celebrated 55 years on the planet - all weekend long. It was wonderful to be with friends, family and dance the night away on Saturday.
I also took time to reflect and be with me. There are so many things to be grateful for. The list is long and includes how at peace I feel in my body and in my life.
Last week I went to a yoga class at Evolation Yoga studio and as I entered the change room there was a sign that said,
“Please take responsibility for the energy you bring into this space.”
Somewhere inside each and every one of us, there is an Inner Child. The True Nature of that inner child is to be carefree, happy, innocent, gentle, inquisitive, creative, and playful.
But by the time we reach adulthood, many of us are holding on to an Inner Child who is hurt and afraid.
I just saw the movie Mary Poppins Returns with my sister Shell and her grandchildren. I loved it! So many incredible messages for all ages. Here are a few of my favourites:
“Everything is possible. Even the impossible.”
“Today or never. That’s my motto.”
“You’re too focused on where you’ve been to pay attention to where you’re going.”
I hope everyone is enjoying their holidays! I’ve really loved spending more time with family, friends and myself this past week. It’s been a nice balance.
And now, here we are, on the doorstep of welcoming in a New Year!
Whether you’re a believer in making resolutions, a proponent of setting new goals or are really not into the hype of it all – I’ve found one thing to be true for most people, the arrival of the New Year encourages us to reflect on the life we’re living.
This time of year, emotions tend to be heightened whether they are high or low. For some people this time of year is happy and joyful, for others it is stressful or sad, and for some they are indifferent.
As an empath I do feel more intensity in the air right now and I feel tremendous compassion for those who are struggling for any number of reasons: the loss of a loved one, job, health, relationships, trauma, addiction, anxiety, overwhelm.
For me, this time of year the energy of giving and compassion seems heightened, and the possibility of miracles and wonder comes alive. When I say giving, what I mean is the spirit of goodwill. The gift of presence not presents.
We all have things that trigger us, maybe it’s running late, being around a certain person, or hey – maybe it’s Monday mornings. :)
Interestingly enough, when I ask people what triggers them, a lot of people say driving and traffic. For whatever reason the road can bring out frustration, impatience and sometimes road rage.