tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28216525095752591082024-02-20T18:23:56.308+00:00The Planet WhispererSarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comBlogger271125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-84235409999810645172012-12-12T06:39:00.000+00:002012-12-20T06:41:46.890+00:00Guerillas In the Mist<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">The world within is
a mysterious place; as the mists weave their way deep inside, there is a
powerful sense of quiet alongside an edge of wariness as to what lies hidden
amongst the weaving threads of consciousness and the mists of the unknown. In
many ways, these mists represent the soul, but they seem nebulous and
intangible; beyond words and definition, and on this journey to Self, we want
clarity and vision, not the unknowable and the indefinable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> </span><br />
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">As we stand hidden
in the mists within, we can hear the fog horns in the distance and see the
radiating rays shining out from the lighthouse leading the way. It is all too
easy to see why so many step back from the world within, for it can be a place
of mystery and uncertainty, yet at the same time, as we stand consciously in
the mists, our eyesight begins to adjust and we can feel a deeper connection to
the world of the soul. It is at the heart of these mists where we feel at One
with the gentle and undulating rhythm of the soul, and where we can,
ultimately, find clarity and vision. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">There is a sense
that we need to have faith and step into the mists in order to find ourselves.
Although we may become lost or disorientated, if we pause, breathe and
re-centre, we can feel the strength rising up from within leading the way.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The more we can become One with the true ebb
and flow of the soul, the more we can rest in the stillness and let go of fear.
Of course, the future is unknowable, but if we can rest fully and consciously
in the present, then the need to chase rainbows stops as we become the rainbow
and find Truth. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Of course, the fog
horn and the lighthouse presents a somewhat eerie and disconcerting scene for
many, and instead of finding the stillness and the strength in the mist, some
find yet more fear and angst. Fear builds upon fear, and in time, it erodes and
corrodes the stillness and leads to a disconnection between mind, body and
soul. Yet, to stand strong in the mist takes courage, for fear is a very real
and very potent force. If we sense the presence of guerrillas in the mists of
the soul, and let them lead the way, we start to give them power, shape and
form. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Change is
unknowable, and the current shifts, twists and turns are intense and beyond
definition. Yet, intuitively we know that we are a part of this change, and to
fear it or resist it seems futile. Whilst we will want to understand it, for
that is a part of being human, to give in to it now feels like walking
backwards. Inevitably, there will be some that succumb to the fear and step
back, but there are many now who are ready to merge the unknowable with the
knowable in order to fully embrace the new waves of consciousness as they lap
the shores of the soul.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Once we realise the
beauty and the treasure of the soul, we realise that the mists are simply our
fears and our worries, as well as a reminder that much of the expanse within is
still unchartered terrain. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>This is
exciting, for it means that we have much still to experience and discover,
celebrate and embrace!</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">As we continue to
open up our hearts, minds and souls to Truth and to the magnificent joy of
Wholeness, the waves of bliss and love grow stronger and richer. Whilst there
can be no denying that the journey of awakening has, thus far, been a journey
of epic proportion, the discoveries made along the way have been inspirational,
empowering and heart-warming on many levels. During this process, we have
opened up to strength, Truth, intent and vision, and the more we embrace these
qualities, the more we realise that we are ready to fully embrace our gifts in
order to live the best lives possible. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">It is important to
acknowledge the role that each of us has played in the journey of awakening,
for every single moment before now has been in preparation for the present.
Although each of us has had times when we have felt like driftwood being
twisted and shaped by the currents and carried along with the ebb and flow of
the tides, intuitively we can feel and sense the shifts along the way as we
have awakened and risen up to become the beacon of light shining brightly
within, radiating through the mists with strength, clarity and vision. So,
whilst we may feel powerless, we need to gently re-centre and remind ourselves
that we are Whole and then our strength and Divinity can lead the way...<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /></span></span></div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-71737025042787593372012-12-05T03:14:00.000+00:002012-12-11T03:16:23.529+00:00The Cusp Point<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]-->It is hard to deny the unmistakable feeling that life is
reaching something of a ‘cusp point’; a sense that we are approaching a time of
energetic climax and realisation. Although this ‘cusp point’ feels powerful and
intense, the predominant and overwhelming feeling of this time is both exciting
and liberating. It seems clear that it is our perception of this moment of
energetic climax that shapes and defines our experience; see it as a tsunami
charging towards us, full steam ahead, and we can feel powerless and afraid,
but if we see ourselves as riding the crest of the wave towards a new dawn of
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As the different waves and threads of consciousness all
merge together into the ‘cusp point’, there is a sense of shift and change on
many different levels of being. At the same time, the need to ‘let go’ seems to
be growing in intensity as we step back from resisting and fighting the flow in
order to become One with both ourselves and the Divine. Resistance is a part of
being human, for we strive to understand and analyse our experiences (for that
is how we grow and evolve), but there is a risk that we can become paralysed in
analysis and unable to let go of the side rails in order to become One with the
heaving mass of energies and currents converging within. </div>
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Of course, letting go is not for the feint-hearted, for it
means having faith in the unknowable and having trust in the present moment
rather than remaining focused on the path ahead. Even when the path ahead is
murky and hidden from sight, we can still struggle to find ‘the answers’ in
order to move our lives from where we are to where we want to be. However, the
more conscious and present we can be in the moment, the more we can celebrate
all that we are and all that we have. Whilst we may not be living the life of
our dreams, by living consciously in the present, we are making the most of
every single moment instead of projecting ourselves and our energy into the
future to some moment that hasn’t happened yet.</div>
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This is not about losing sight of dreams or goals, but it is
about remaining centred in the present moment in order to feel Whole and
complete NOW! Once we can feel truly centred in the moment, we stop chasing the
horizon and realise that, as Creators, we have it within ourselves to shape and
define our lives in a very different way. In essence, we become the energy of
all that we are, instead of trying to reach towards it as something in the
distance, and such a monumental shift allows us to feel the joy of being, and
feeling, Whole and complete. </div>
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So, instead of fearing the forthcoming ‘cusp point’ it seems
clear that, by opening up to it and embracing it, we can ride the crests of the
wave and celebrate the moment consciously and whole-heartedly. This is a time
to feel the liberation and freedom within as we become One with the waves
lapping the shores of the soul and allow this time of energetic climax to take
its course... </div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-54163367782396161992012-11-25T10:57:00.000+00:002012-12-05T10:57:54.141+00:00There's No Place Like Home<div style="text-align: justify;">
As we continue to weave the web and become One with the flow of life, it can be hard not to have those moments where suddenly everything stops making sense. Equally, are those moments; those lightning fast flashes where suddenly everything starts making sense. It is not uncommon to experience both in rapid succession, and to end up feeling more, but less, confused all at the same time. </div>
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This is all part of the path of awakening, but it is hard to ride the waves of change when such thoughts can fragment and unify at the same time. It is akin to taking one step forward and one step backward, and although this implies standing on the same spot, at a deeper level, much has been learned in the process.</div>
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The tangles and knots that we find ourselves in as we try to understand the path to Self can overwhelm and consume if we allow them to. If we step too deeply into analysis, we can lose sight of the bigger picture and disconnect from our Truth and essence. Of course, this is easy to say but somewhat harder to do, for we are human and we need to make sense in order to place ourselves in a flow of understanding; we want to feel a part of the Whole, but we need to understand what this means before we can truly feel it and be it. </div>
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Weaving the web and riding the waves are great ways of describing the somewhat rambunctious, rowdy, raucous, obstreperous and vociferous energies flooding into consciousness at the current time. As wave after wave laps the shores of our souls, we can feel pensive and unsettled with the bedlam and chaos. Yet, at the same time, there is something quite heart-warming about these waves, for each one brings knowing, wisdom and insight, and each one takes us closer to ‘home’.</div>
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‘Home’ is this context is the core of our beings; it is our soul. On the path of awakening or the journey to Self, finding home and living there is the goal, for once we are home, we are in Truth and in love. When we are home, everything feels different, but in essence nothing has changed, for we are simply remembering who we really are. </div>
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The journey home is more a state of being than an act of doing, for doing implies we need to go out and ‘get’ or find something, and the key to the door home on the journey to Self is not to be found in the world around us; for it is already within us waiting to be acknowledged and ‘turned’ in the lock to the door of the soul. </div>
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Although trying to understand is innately human, there is a sense that we need to open up more to feeling ‘home’ now as we open up the door to the soul and step more consciously into our essence and Truth. We can all too easily get lost by the wheels of the mind turning and trying to seek out answers, and whilst this will never stop (this is part of our evolution), the journey within is less about reasoned understanding but more about open-hearted at-Oneness; a feeling of inner unity and love, and a sense of belonging that is beyond questions and the mechanics of the mind. </div>
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In a way, these moments of knowing and un-knowing are representative of the pendulum within slowly finding stillness, and whilst this can feel deeply unsettling, it is an important part of the awakening process. Whilst there will be days when everything ‘makes sense’ followed by days of abject confusion and bewilderment, the key to riding these waves is to stay conscious and aware of the stillness within. </div>
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Although this stillness might feel like we are (metaphorically) sitting in the eye of the hurricane or at the heart of a twister, the more we step into the stillness, the less affected we are by the bombardment of the waves. It is important not to distance ourselves from these, for we need to experience them in order to awaken, but at the same time, the more we centre in stillness, the more we connect to the amazing and incredible joy of being ‘home’...</div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-27181048944531449662012-11-17T05:34:00.000+00:002012-11-25T05:39:16.054+00:00The Sunshine After The Rain<div style="text-align: justify;">
There can be no denying the intensity and vigour of the wave
upon wave of shift lapping the shores of our souls at the present time. Whilst
there are times when we can feel lost in the currents, there are other times of
crystal clear clarity and vision which inspire us to have faith and to keep on,
keeping on.</div>
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With the vim and vigour of these shifts amplifying now, they
are ricocheting deeply into our hearts, souls and lives, opening us up to the
full majesty and magnificence of divinity. When we truly feel ourselves as a
part of the Divine, everything changes; to reach such a stage takes courage and
strength, for it involves going within and validating the Self. At the same
time it involves letting go of the need for external validation and becoming
truly at peace with our Selves. This is not about ego; it is about acceptance
and openness. </div>
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When we step beyond fear and open up to our natural and
divine state of being, we loosen those shackles that have bound the mind like
ivy around a tree, and we begin to feel the power of free thinking and positive
intent. This goes beyond positive affirmations, to a place of deep inner
knowing and faith. </div>
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It is important to realise that every single one of us is a
part of the Whole, and, as a result, we all have access to Divinity and to the
power within. Of course, it is how we use this power and embrace this Divinity
that ultimately shapes and defines our lives, and our destinies. </div>
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With such powerful shifts lapping the shores of the soul, it
is understandable that so many amongst us are feeling lost, alone, uncertain
and confused. Opening up to our Divinity is not for the feint hearted, for it
involves opening up all of the senses and the soul to the true awe and power of
the Divine and of our Selves. Whilst it would be great if this process was all
‘sweetness and light’ and fluffy pink bunnies; for most of us, it isn’t. There
are likely to be days when the dark nights of the soul feel endless, and there
are likely to be days when the senses go into overload where it is hard to take
in the vibrating, heaving mass of energy in every single corner of existence;
it is as though we become ‘too awake’ and our senses cannot take it all in. </div>
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However, there are also likely to be days when we see the
new dawn breaking and we feel clarity in our hearts and souls. There will also be
days when the world will feel more ‘alive’ than ever before: every tree, every
leaf, every insect, every grain of sand – everything moves into sharper focus
and brighter colour, and we become even more aware of the vibrations and the
energy of Creation. Such moments instil hope and faith, for as well as sensing
the world around us, we also sense the world within us and feel a growing sense
of peace that we are becoming Whole and embracing our true state of being. </div>
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So, when we have those days or those moments which stop us
in our tracks and open up our hearts and souls to the wonder of All, we should
embrace the moment and become One with the magic and the inspiration. </div>
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These tumultuous times are challenging us on so many levels,
and it is all too easy to feel like pawns in a massive game of Universal chess,
but when we connect to the stillness that lies at our cores, we re-centre and
the changing currents start to dance with us and through us, rather than around
us to confuse us. </div>
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On those days when the rains come, we can feel the heaviness
of the grey skies and the chill of the damp or we can accept that the rain is
playing its part in watering the soul, just as it waters the land and gives
life to the crops. We can resist the rain, but it is an integral part of the
cycle of life; once we accept this, we become One with it. So, when the shafts
of sunlight dance on the glistening water drops as the rain starts to ease, we
can finally feel the joy of being fully conscious and awake...</div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-8985043611327358332012-11-11T03:07:00.000+00:002012-11-17T03:09:27.963+00:00The Universal FlowAs we continue to awaken and stir, there is a powerful air
of inspiration stirring deeply within that is calling each of us to step
consciously into the Universal Flow in order to become Whole. Part of this
process involves letting go of the resistance (something we all have on some
level, for that is part of being human), and this takes courage, vision and
strength, for it involves facing our Truth and facing our souls and letting go
of the storylines and beliefs that have moulded, shaped and defined our lives.<br />
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Life experiences often create storylines and belief
patterns, for this is our way of understanding the experience and making sense
of what happened. Yet, all too often, such storylines can stifle and contain
our true essence as we try to protect ourselves and avoid feeling that way
again. Of course, not all storylines are negative in essence, but even positive
ones can end up stifling, for they can dance and sway taking us away from being
centred and feeling Whole; we can get lost in the dance and lose sight of the
bigger picture and the journey home (to Self).<br />
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There are times when we need to face our storylines and lean
into them in order to understand them, but there are times when we need to
acknowledge them and set them free. Sometimes, trying to understand them
becomes onerous and draining, for we can become even more consumed by them in
the process. It is important to accept that these storylines have shaped and
defined our lives, but at the same time, it is important to realise that they
only continue to shape our lives if we allow them to. </div>
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Such a realisation is a big one, for once we can accept this
we can see that by changing these storylines, we can change the shape of our
lives. This is not a new concept, but it is one that so many struggle with; self-knowledge
and self-awareness is power, and when we open up to this and embrace it, we
stop being powerless pawns in the storylines of our lives and instead become
the author with pen in one hand and a fresh, crisp page in the other. Whilst
this doesn’t mean that we won’t face challenges or hardship on the road ahead,
it does mean that our perceptions of this have changed enabling us to realise
the true and majestic force of our strength, our courage and our Truth so we
can face the future with vision, power and love. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">So, as we sit with
pen poised and ready to write the next chapter of our lives, we need to be
clear about what we truly want. Whilst many of us have ideas and dreams, goals
and visions, shaping these into something more tangible is important, for if we
cannot know what we want, how can we ‘write’ it into being? We all have
differing perceptions of abundance, happiness, joy, wealth and bliss, and this
is what makes humanity such a diverse and complicated heaving mass of souls.
Yet, it seems important now to have the courage to stand up tall in order to
declare our own vision of abundance and to connect to the intent of this vision
in order to give it shape, energy and form. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As we re-write the
story’s of our lives and let go of the storylines that no longer define us, we
can feel like a true part of the Universal Flow; we become One with it and
become it as we<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>merge with the currents
and find our true state of being... </span></div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-38434885911191499452012-10-30T07:36:00.000+00:002012-11-11T07:37:04.025+00:00The Eye of the Tiger<div style="text-align: justify;">
As the winds of change continue to gather momentum, there are distinct currents of shift and change occurring on different levels of consciousness. One moment, we feel centred, calm and collect; but the next we can feel disconnected, disenchanted and discombobulated. In the blink of an eye, we can oscillate between knowing and trust to disarray and doubt; such shifts are undoubtedly hard to manage, for they are so unpredictable. At the same time though, despite the uncertainty, there is still an overall sense of forward movement and transformation. <br /> </div>
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This is a time of intense change; the path to Self (the path of awakening) is not an easy path, but it is one that we intuitively know we are ready to walk. Knowing ourselves, being ourselves and loving ourselves lies at the core of all of this change, for it is once we have become true to our essence, that we become love and feel divinity flowing freely through our veins. We always have been Divine of course, it’s just that life’s twists and turns have so frequently tripped us up or taken us off-piste, that we have ‘forgotten’ out true state of being. <br /> </div>
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It is all too easy to say ‘be Divine’ and the rest will take care of itself, for whilst this is true, as human beings, it is not always as straightforward as this, for we like to think, to probe, to understand and to seek out meaning. We need to feel a part of our transformation and to feel a conscious shift towards ‘being Divine’. Accepting it blindly rarely works, for we need to feel it, be it and believe it. </div>
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<br />This is a time for becoming One with the flow within in order to find peace within our hearts and souls in order to let go of the doubts, the fears and the angst connected to living consciously and being ‘awake’. This takes strength and courage, for it means facing our depths and Truth, and connecting to the source of power within. </div>
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<br />Although we may feel lost in the tangled jungle within, it is time to find the beacons that illuminate the path to becoming Whole and complete. This is a deeply personal experience, and one that cannot be easily defined, for it means something completely different to each individual soul. Whilst we are collectively shifting and awakening, the path of Divinity is innately personal as well. </div>
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<br />Standing firm and standing in Truth takes strength and vision, for it is a sign that we are ready to embrace All that we Are and willing to open up to being All that we can Be. This takes dedication and focus, but it goes beyond ‘doing’ and chasing dreams and rainbows, to a place of being and knowing. </div>
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<br />Whilst we are all seeking out Heaven on Earth, it is only once we realise that it is already within our hearts and souls that we open up to letting it flow freely. It is not some state of being to chase or seek out; it is here already. </div>
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<br />So, when we find ourselves in the tangled jungle within that life so often creates, and we feel lost and alone. When we hear the roar in the distance or snapping twig behind us, we can become consumed by fear or we can open up to the power within and realise that this inner jungle is within us; it is a part of us. We have nothing to fear from ourselves, and once we accept this, we can move through the fear and find our true majesty and strength. When we look (metaphorically!) into the eye of the tiger, we see our reflection and we see our fears and our storylines playing out before our eyes; in short, we see Truth. The jungle may be an unknown and sometimes treacherous place, but there are many treasures and joys in its midst...we just have to open our eyes to them. </div>
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<br />Once we have overcome the fear from within, then life changes. Whilst we can never eradicate uncertainty from daily life, once we feel the strength and the power within, we no longer feel like helpless pawns or driftwood, but we become conscious and awakened, empowered and inspired, and we begin to ride the waves and dance with the winds of change with love in our hearts and joy in our souls...</div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-70761944951519352012012-10-22T11:52:00.000+01:002012-10-30T11:54:13.289+00:00Dancing Rainbows<div style="text-align: justify;">
As the path of awakening continues and as each of us chooses
to live more consciously in the present moment, it seems the waves of
consciousness are creating shift after shift after shift...</div>
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On the surface, life may look and feel unchanged, but when
we go within we can see that we are rapidly shifting and evolving, and with
each passing day we are opening up to new experiences, new ideas and new
beliefs as we step more consciously on the path to Self.</div>
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When we have the courage to look deeply within, we can
expect to find a wide array of cupboards and closets tucked away and hidden
from view. Some of these contain painful memories and experiences, whilst some
contain peace, stillness and bliss. At the same time, many of these closets
appear empty, and this has been a cause for concern for many. Yet, it is the ‘emptiness’
or space within that brings us closer to Self and closer to the Divine, for space
suggests an openness and awareness that we are not finite in essence, but
infinite. </div>
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If we step a little deeper into this space we can sense the
infinity and the power of Divinity, for it is only in the spaces (those spaces
where we are beyond expectations, storylines and cycles), that we realise the
Truth of our existence. The space shows a willingness to step beyond the
familiar and open up to the true infinite and expansive nature of the Universe.
Of course, space suggests a void or a vacuum, but it is so much more than this,
for it is everything and nothing at the same time!</div>
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Without getting lost in riddles, it seems that we are ready
now to open up more fully and more consciously to Source. Having the courage to
allow space to rise up from within is important, for this space allows us to
rest in the moment and ‘be’. In a way, the space is a sign of our willingness
to evolve and step beyond boundaries in order to move towards a more conscious
way of living and being. </div>
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It is all too easy to fear space, for it invokes a sense of
being beyond control and beyond our comfort zones. Yet, this is the point, for
it is only by relinquishing our need to contain and control that we can open up
and become a fluid and free moving part of the Universal Whole. Once in such a
flow, we realise the Truth and our power, our infinity and divinity. </div>
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Space is but a word, it is useful to describe the stillness
within as a clear space, for it helps us to see, feel and touch it. Yet, this
stillness is not a vacant plot, for whilst it is calm and still, it is teaming
with life and energy at the same time! The concept of space helps us, as
humans, to perceive ‘space’, but in truth, space is never empty, for it is not
a vacuum; it is vibrant, alive, breathing and amazing.</div>
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When we contemplate life and take a conscious step towards Truth
on the path to Self, in many ways we are seeking a simpler, but richer, way of
living and being. Letting go of the complications and distractions of life in
order to live more in-tune with one Self and the Universe, is a powerful and
life-affirming step. Once we let go of our perceptions of the space we are
seeking out, we realise that as we open up to the nothingness, we are opening
up to everything at the same time, for we step beyond boundaries, limitations,
restrictions and fear and instead open up to the full magnificent splendour of
infinite possibility.</div>
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Infinite possibility should not feel confusing or
overwhelming though, for once consciously in the space within, we realise that
this is our true state of being. In essence, it is only by letting go of the
clutter that we can begin to seek out more balance and wholeness, for we
realise the true power of All that we Are. </div>
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As we celebrate the joy that the space within can bring us,
we soon see beyond the discomfort of the void as our awareness opens up and we
see rainbows of light dancing through us and with us. We then realise that we
are all an integral part of the Whole; we are all Divine sparks. It is time now
to let both the waves of consciousness and rainbows of light dance freely; to
feel the freedom to dance with them, to open up to them and to choose to become
One with them...</div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-70876380548143076522012-10-09T05:21:00.000+01:002012-10-22T05:22:27.062+01:00True Majesty<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As the charge of the
Light Workers continues in earnest, many souls are beginning to feel confused
when it comes to finding inner balance with Light. The reason for this seems to
stem from a growing realisation that whilst the Light is important, in order to
find a true sense of balance, we have to be equally as open to the Dark as
well. So many fear the Dark and they push it away; they cling to the Light in
the hope that the Light will bring salvation, Truth and redemption. Yet,
without the Dark, how can we achieve balance, for they are equal forces in the
flow of life?</span><br />
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The journey to Self and
the path of awakening means something very different to each soul; we are
unique, and, as unique beings, our perceptions and understandings are personal
to us; the Truth that we carry is not necessarily the same Truth as anyone else.
Yet, does this mean that others are wrong and we are right, or is the opposite
true? </span><br />
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">When we take the
path of Truth within, we become aware of our own inner battleground; that place
within, where heart and head frequently clash, and where we can struggle to
find unity with the polarities of life. Light and Dark are one such polarity,
and we can spend so long focused on these polarities that we lose sight of the
bigger picture. Sometimes, we get lost in trying to understand life; we look
for answers, solutions and resolutions, as we seek out a rationale for our
existence. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Such quests are an
innate part of being human, but as we continue to awaken, it seems that we are
being faced with the realisation that sometimes there is no answer. It is all
too easy to see the ‘problem’ as an outside force: the job, the relationship,
the income etc., but when we open up to Truth, we can see that seeking the
answer is no longer important, for we realise that until we find balance within
ourselves, we will continue to struggle to find understanding in other aspects
of our lives. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As we loosen the
shackles of the mind and stop dragging the chains of sacrifice, suffering and
heartache, we can begin to widen our perspectives. Being human, it is often so
hard to move beyond the inner battleground, and very often this is the reason
for clinging to Light, for it takes us away from the pain that we perceive in
the Dark, and yet, until we merge the two in Divine Union, we cannot grow,
evolve, learn or fully awaken. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">When we look beyond
ourselves for the answers or the solutions, we loosen the connection that we
have within, to both our Selves, and our Divinity. We are Divine, and as Divine
Sparks, it is important to honour all aspects of our Selves. Sometimes this
involves letting go of perceptions and ideals, and sometimes this can mean
self-forgiveness. The latter may seem a little strange, but, on the whole, most
of us spend so long putting ourselves under pressure to do more, be more and
have more, that we continually put ourselves down and run ourselves ragged.
When we open up to Truth and open up to truly forgiving ourselves, we open up
to Love. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In many ways, we can
see Love as the unification of Dark and Light, for Love is a powerful force
that weaves into the hearts and souls of us all. Whilst some push this away,
others are opening up to the true majesty and magnificence of what Love brings.
Love is a state of Being, and it goes beyond trying to chase dreams or being
warriors of Light, for Love allows us to live fully consciously in the present
moment, connected to our Divinity and beyond denial, storylines and polarities. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It is time to move
beyond fear, beyond the fear of being hurt, of being rejected, of not fitting
in, of not being enough; of life, and instead open up fully to the process of
living and of being alive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Part of this process
involves opening up to the healing power of the darkness as sometimes we need
to let go of the drive to illuminate the darkness or to push it away;
sometimes, we need to go into the darkness and let our eyes adjust. Life is
created in the darkness of the womb; we are incubated in the womb and this is
where we receive nourishment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
therefore need to expand our understanding of the Dark in order to let go of
the resistance and to instead be open to the inspiration that lies at its core. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">If we see ourselves
as seedlings planted in the rich, fertile and dark soil, and, in time, with the
right cultivation, we know that we will burst forth into the Light. Yet, we do
not leave the Dark behind us, for without our roots, we wither and die.
Therefore it is time to honour the balance and to rediscover the Truth of our
foundations. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">So, it seems that we
are now moving beyond the charge of the Light Workers to a more powerful and
majestic flow of inner Unity, strength and Love...</span></div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-45976224939547011052012-09-27T05:38:00.000+01:002012-10-09T05:40:18.413+01:00Chasing Rainbows<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">There is something
of an epic battle going on deeply within; it seems that as we continue to
awaken, we are touching clarity and divinity with one hand but facing
challenges, doubt and fear with the other. Our faith keeps us strong (most of
the time!), but there are moments when faith melts away leaving uncertainty and
confusion to rule the roost.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Intuitively we
realise that this is all a part of the journey of awakening, but the reality of
living with it can be somewhat harder to embrace. Of course, whilst we want to
be serene and walk in grace, that little whisper in our ear that is a master
doubter can chip away at our belief and our trust. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It can be hard to
stomach love and light when they come crashing in on the rocks of our reality and
it can be so difficult to accept that yet more shifts are on the path ahead. As
we gaze forward, we could be forgiven for feeling a sense of dread at the rocky
path with waves crashing in from both sides; whilst we can see the tranquil
beauty of where we are heading, the path to get there feels relentlessly
unforgiving. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Yet, perhaps this is
more about perception than reality? Perhaps we need to shift from trying to get
to where we want to be to simply being it now, in the present moment? When we
see life as challenging, the walls can come in on us making it feel hard to
breathe or move, but if we step back and realise that we are already Divine,
then everything changes, for we are no longer chasing rainbows that never seem
to arrive, but we are choosing to step fully and consciously into the present
moment. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">So, whilst we may
feel energetically (emotionally, physically and even spiritually) squeezed,
twisted and wrung out, the more we can lean into this, the more we can begin to
merge consciously with the Whole and realise that our divinity is the force
that defines us; our link with the Divine validates us and completes us, for
the Divine is not an outside force, the Divine is within our hearts and souls;
it is us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Every breathe we take is a
reflection of our Divinity and once we can embrace this, our perception of the
crashing waves starts to shift and soften. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This is a time of
great change and release, and we have now reached a stage where facing Truth
can lead us away from the crashing waves in order to find balance in the
present moment. The distant Utopia may be appealing and beautiful, but what’s
important is what is happening now. The more we focus on the future and on what
may or may not happen, and the more we see Utopia as some distant dream, the
more we deplete our reserves and the further we step away from the Divine.</span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">We now need to
change the storylines and let go of the beliefs that hold us in fear, doubt and
uncertainty.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is the storylines and
beliefs that can leave us feeling like life is spinning madly and wildly out of
control; we can feel alienated from the world and from our Selves as we lose
sight of our strength and Divinity, and let doubt chip away at every building
block of life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It seems time now to
step into the battleground within in order to face the residual issues that we
may have thought had long been resolved. Some of these will inevitably be
thrown into our awareness and line of vision, for the need to find inner peace
is the force driving us now; therefore, if we choose not to ‘see’ these issues,
life will find a way of making us see them. There is no more sand left to bury
one’s head, for the waves have washed it all away leaving the rocks exposed and
the fractures clear to see. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Of course, this
sounds as though there are some deep cracks within, and for some, this could be
the case. However, for so many of us, these cracks are little nudges and
reminders to heal, release and let go of everything that no longer serves us in
life. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Seeking out peace
within is a powerful process; it is a sign that we are no longer seeking
external validation or becoming overwhelmed by fear or doubt, and it shows that
we are opening up to the amazing and wonderful Truth of vibrant and conscious
living. Such a path doesn’t magic away the challenges, but it helps us to see
that every challenge and every battle helps to shape us into the compassionate
and Divine soul that intuitively we know is our true nature...<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-55834977675862072332012-09-22T05:25:00.000+01:002012-09-27T05:27:21.028+01:00The Light And Dark Stand Equal<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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</xml><![endif]-->The Equinox is a time of balance as the light and the dark
stand equal. In the Northern Hemisphere, this marks the beginning of the
descent into winter, but we should not forget that it marks the ascent into
summer in the Southern Hemisphere. Balance; there is always balance. Sometimes
we have to look for it, but nature always provides a balance whether it is day
and night, light and dark, birth and death...<br />
<br />
Yet, we can so easily become focused on the shorter days,
the dimming light and the unmistakable chill in the air. It is all too easy to
look ahead towards the winter rather than keeping our focus and awareness on
the present moment and it is the present moment that truly matters, for this is
where we are now; the past is behind us and the future hasn’t happened yet.
Whilst we know this to be true, it is simple to get sucked into forward
thinking, worrying and pondering about what may, or may not, lie ahead. This is
human nature, but the more we focus away from the present moment, the more we
deplete and drain our reserves, our energy and our focus.<br />
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During this special time of the harvest, we can see, hear
and feel the abundance of nature all around us. This is therefore a special
time to connect to the harvest, within and without, in order to celebrate all
that we have and all that we are. Whilst we may want more in life, it is
important to keep our awareness on the present moment, so perhaps it is time to
take a moment to give thanks and gratitude instead of pining for what we lack,
need or desire? </div>
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Giving thanks is not the same as giving up; this is not a
time to let go of dreams and goals, but it is a time to re-focus and
re-balance, and from this it is all too likely that our needs, dreams and
desires will begin to shift and change. This is part of our personal
evolutionary journey through life, and if we can embrace such shifts and remain
rooted in the present, then we can begin to celebrate the true majesty of
balance in life. </div>
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A flower in nature bends and flexes with the wind; its roots
keep it fed, its stem points it toward the light. A bird migrates back and
forth across the globe to mate; intuitively knowing where to head, and when.
When we consciously step into our own natural cycles, we can begin to see our true
essence and flow, and this helps us to ride the waves of life more consciously
and gracefully; joyfully and abundantly. </div>
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If we allow it to, modern living can take us away from
living in tune with the Earth and with our Selves. Yet, it is possible to live
in the modern world and still be at One with the true flow; from watching the
sunrise and sunset, to connecting with the seasons or the ebb and flow of the
tides, there is always a way to be One with nature.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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The more we step into the One-ness, the more deeply we go
within to discover the true riches and treasures that lie hidden and tucked
away. There are closets that may hide some profound and possibly painful
emotions, but it seems important to have the courage now to go within to bare
our souls by standing naked and vulnerable as we illuminate those darkly lit
corners within. This takes courage and it takes strength, but in order to
become Whole, it seems to be the only option so we can finally be free. </div>
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It is once we have faced the Truth within that we can feel a
truer part of the Whole, for we let go of resistance. We can then feel our true
power, and, like the majestic, and seemingly calm, tranquil and peaceful
mountain, we can begin to connect to the power deep beneath the surface that is
glowing, energised and highly active (a volcano waiting to burst into life). It
seems that by letting go of resistance and embracing balance, we can find a
path for our essence and power to flow freely like magma. If we continue to
resist, we can expect a pyroclastic flow to erupt uncontrollably bringing more
imbalance and incongruence. </div>
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Volcanoes destroy, but they also create, for out of the
ashes comes fertile soils and new life. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once
we can accept the bigger picture that creation and destruction go hand in hand
and stand equal, just like the day and night at the time of Equinox, we can
begin to feel more centred as we ride the waves with more clarity and
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Whilst we can never be certain as to what lies ahead, by
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One with the flow; riding the waves, rather than fighting them or struggling.
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So, during this time of balance, it seems time to accept
that being a beautiful volcano is not only okay, but it is Truth. This is not
about wielding power or embracing destructive tendencies though, it is about
becoming fully conscious of all aspects of Self and knowing that we are not
just beings of Light, but we are beings of Dark as well. In other words, we are
balance. </div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-86645329631786464962012-09-18T05:53:00.000+01:002012-09-21T05:54:14.407+01:00Randomly Scattered or A Divine Plan?<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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For many fellow travellers riding the waves of shift and
change, this seems to be a time of disquiet and uncertainty, confusion and
angst. There is a sense of the blurring of boundaries and the merging of
consciousness between different levels of awareness, and this is creating
feelings of disconnection from both the Self and the Whole. Discord is emerging
from within, creating storylines and patterns that feel incongruent and
overwhelming, and despite intuitively sensing the ‘bigger picture’, it is hard not
to feel isolated and alone, cut off and disconnected.<br />
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Emotions begin to surface from anger to ecstasy, but they
have no clear source or direction. They can be present one moment and gone the
next, and the roller coaster can twist and turn in a flash. Trying to
understand such shifts is understandable, but it can make the confusion even
more intense as there seems to be little logic to the situation. </div>
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For some, this discord has been so intense that they feel
ripped apart or torn in two; yet, we all remain open to the process, for
intuitively we understand that this is the path of awakening. For those amongst
us who are finding the journey too unsettling there are many questions
surfacing in connection to what happens next and also to whether or not it might
be wise to take a step backwards and step free from the chaos. </div>
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Stepping backwards is quite tempting, but how can we switch
off being more awakened and more conscious? How can we forget? At the same
time, stepping backwards suggests two things: firstly, moving against the flow,
which although sometimes wise and necessary, can ultimately take us even
further off course. Secondly, is moving backwards towards the sleeping flock
really going to bring us peace, respite and balance? Will it not just leave us
feeling more disconnected and alone as we cannot truly be a sheep for we have
touched life as tigers? We should also consider that by choosing to step
backwards, we may simply have to go through the whole process again...</div>
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Finding a way through the confusion and going with the
intensity and fractious shifts seems to be the only path. We need to lean into
the confusion in order to touch the stillness and the peace that lies deep
within. </div>
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There is no denying that for many souls, this time of change
is hard to bear. So much is happening on so many different levels, that it is
all too easily to feel lost and fractured, scattered across different levels of
awareness, and different realities or dimensions. Yet, it is important to find
a way to ride this storm in order to re-focus on the Truth of our Divinity and
our magnificence. </div>
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It seems important now to strip back the layers upon layers
that have build up over time in order to find our own unique pathway to the
Divine (and to Self). We are all unique, and yet we often follow the flock
trying to find the answers or the solution to bring us to that much desired
state of being: enlightenment. However, it seems clear that the only way
through this is to go within and to find our own pathway to Divinity. </div>
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It is so easy to get lost in the storylines of spirituality as
we seek clarity and we can become tied up in knots as we try to rationalise,
understand and analyse every twist and turn. This is innately human of course,
but there is a sense that the harder we struggle, the tighter the knots become.
In order to merge and come together into a beautiful and majestic Whole, we
need to strip back the layers and realise the simplicity of our Divinity; it
isn’t complicated and it doesn’t have to tear us apart. </div>
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As the storylines, twists and turns continue, we may feel
light-headed with the spin and pace of shift; we may also feel torn in two at
times, confused, alone and uncertain of everything. Yet, when we pause for a
moment and step beyond it all, we re-connect to the power within which can
bring us strength, perseverance, determination, focus and wisdom. </div>
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So, when the waves become nauseatingly rough and choppy, we
need to travel down to our core. If we can see ourselves with firm anchors
resting peacefully on the sea floor vaguely aware of, but blissfully untouched by,
the turbulence above, we can begin to re-centre and re-merge allowing those
feelings of fracture to heal as we finally find completeness within...</div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-16810436125860496912012-09-12T06:30:00.000+01:002012-09-18T06:31:39.489+01:00Embracing The Extraordinary<div style="text-align: justify;">
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</xml><![endif]-->As the path of awakening continues, and as sleepwalkers stir
all around, there is a sense that the new wave of consciousness is now
filtering into all aspects of life. As we take a moment to look around at All
that we Are, it seems clear that everything is changing; we are just not the
same as we were yesterday or the day before. Whilst some of these shifts are
subtle, others are far from this as they catapult us forward (and sometimes
backward) in life. Such big shifts tend to happen for a reason; perhaps we have
been choosing not to see something or opting to dig our heels in? Whatever the
reason, it can sometimes be hard to rationalise such major ebbs and flow in the
tides of life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
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As this consciousness continues to weave its way into the
hearts and souls of us all, it seems clear that some are open to this process
but many are not. Some fight or resist it, but most are simply not aware of it
as they walk through life with their eyes firmly closed to the true possibilities
that life has to offer. </div>
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For those of us who are open to this process, it is hard not
to feel pushed and pulled in many different directions. On one hand is the
desire to evolve and step consciously into the moment, but on the other hand is
the need to keep on keeping on with life, work and everything else. We often
see these as mutually exclusive aspects of life, and, as a result, we often
lose sight of living consciously, for ‘stuff’ just gets in the way. As a
result, we frequently touch living consciously, but don’t quite manage to live
consciously for life (duties, ought’s and ‘should’s’) pulls us away. </div>
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However, as the wave of consciousness intensifies, and as we
open up more to the true magnificence of what this represents, it seems clear
that we need to find ways of merging together all of the different facets of
our Selves and our lives in order to find a true sense of balance. It seems
time now to bring together All that we Are, in order to live the best lives
possible. Such a step is not simply for self-gratification, but it is part of
the path to Self, and part of the path to living consciously and vibrantly in
every single moment; this takes faith, courage and strength, and it takes
confidence and belief, in both the Self and the Universe, to take us beyond the
pressured and stressful pedestrian-ness of life to a place of balance, knowing
and trust.</div>
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Embracing the new consciousness is a choice; we can try to
resist, block or walk away, but once we have opened up to it, it becomes so
hard to deny, for it filters into everything we do, everything we see and
everything we are. Once we step through that doorway, we cannot step back or
forget, nor should we want to. </div>
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Once we re-ignite our connection to consciousness, we begin
to feel like an integral part of the Universal Whole. We move through life with
our eyes wide open; seeing and feeling the Divine in all aspects of our lives.
We see the vastness of the Universe and the limitless potential waiting to be
embraced as we contemplate the infinite possibilities both within and all
around. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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There is a need now to step deeply within in order to open
fully to the new consciousness and willingly allow it to filter into every
facet, every nook and cranny of our lives and our Selves. Of course, there is
truly nothing ‘new’ about this consciousness, for it has been around forever,
but it is new in the sense that we are awakening to it and giving it more
presence in our lives. </div>
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If we can open up and allow this consciousness to merge,
both within and without, we can begin to feel a part of the Universal Whole.
From here we can begin to sense the Truth of our lives, our paths and our
destinies. It is only by taking such a big step that we can begin to move
beyond the fears, worries and angst of daily living and begin to feel the joy
of living consciously in the present moment. This is not to say that we will
step away from daily life, but as our perspectives shift, how we view daily
life will change, for we can begin to shape and form Heaven on Earth, and such
a vision invokes a powerful shift in everything we do, everything we see and in
everything we are. </div>
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In essence, as we embrace Truth, we step beyond the ordinary
and enter the world of the extraordinary. It has always been extraordinary of
course; it’s just that life has distracted us, until now... </div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-9508367898949751962012-09-03T11:35:00.000+01:002012-09-12T11:39:33.290+01:00Eyes Wide Open<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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There are many reasons why we choose not to move through
life with our eyes wide open: from fear to closed-mindedness, from distractions
to over-focusing. It seems that for many of us, to make a conscious choice to
open our eyes involves facing some, or all of these, head-on. </div>
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So many of us go through life with our eyes so firmly
focused on the path ahead and on the things we want to reach towards and
achieve, that we lose sight of the wonderful scenery that we pass along the
way. At the same time, we create filters and build blinkers (coping mechanisms
and avoidance strategies) in order to shape what we see in order to find a path
through life that we can manage or cope with. </div>
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Such tactics are a part of being human, but by moving
through life without seeing all we can, we are missing out on so much in the
process. In some ways, it is easier not to have our eyes wide open, for such a
stance involves embracing all aspect of the Self and having the courage to step
towards Truth. Intuitively we know that both of these are essential as we
continue to awaken, but when life gets tough, it is somehow easier to get lost
in the humdrum without having to step back and contemplate the roles that we
are playing in it all. </div>
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Being responsible and accountable are so important on the
path to Self, and whilst we all know that we cannot be responsible for
everything that happens in our lives, we can be responsible for our reactions
and responses. In essence, there is a need to go deeply within in order to
understand the storylines, beliefs and inner dialogues that we are a part of in
order to understand why it is somehow easier to walk through life with our eyes
sheltered or closed. It is only by affirming a desire to open our eyes, that we
can begin to let go of all of those storylines and beliefs as we step beyond
them and live more consciously. </div>
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Living consciously with our eyes wide open is a bold step,
and whilst it is perhaps the only logical way forward as we evolve and develop,
once such a step is taken it cannot be undone. It is therefore so important to
make a conscious choice to step free from the humdrum, the storylines and the
limiting beliefs, and connect to the infinite possibilities all around (and within).
If we make such a step by choice, we can sense the power rising up within as we
acknowledge our true Selves and honour the role that we play in the Universal
Whole. </div>
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The time is now upon us to either open our eyes fully to the
magnificent Whole or to choose to keep on keeping on with our lives defined by
our fears, storylines and beliefs. Whilst many of us are choosing to open our
eyes fully and step towards an awakened state of being, it is not to be
underestimated, for living consciously, eyes wide open, involves having the
courage to be the best that we know we can be, to live the best lives possible
and to honour our Divinity (for each of us are Divine Sparks). <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Of course, we are all striving for this, but to take those
final steps between where we are now and where we want to be takes a huge
amount of faith, belief and trust. Stepping into the unknown is rarely easy,
but when we realise that everything in life is unknowable, and nothing is set
in stone, we can begin to ease those fears and step forward with open eyes,
arms and hearts towards a brand new dawn...</div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-40835464163904699632012-08-19T06:32:00.000+01:002012-09-03T06:34:07.990+01:00Waking The Dragon Within...<div style="text-align: justify;">
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</xml><![endif]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As wave after wave
of new consciousness and new awareness laps upon the shores of our souls, it
can be all too easy to become intoxicated by the hypnotic sound of the sea and lose
ourselves in the beauty of the moment. Such a space feels precious and amazing,
but it can also feel challenging as well, for whilst at soul level we may
choose to become lost in such a divine space (for this is a sign of living
consciously), on the physical level, we can struggle to find the time to stand
in quiet solitude absorbing the joy of the moment.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This presents us
with a dilemma; for to become free, we need to be fully conscious and aware of
the moment, but in order to give ourselves permission to become free, we want
to know that all of our needs on the physical level will be taken care of,
thereby keeping us away from the very thing that can bring us that freedom! </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">We can become tied
up in knots trying to work out how to find bliss in life, but this kind of
misses the point, for the more we look, the farther away from bliss we get, for
bliss is not something to seek out and ‘get’; it is a state of being. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Therefore, when we
become lost in the joy of the moment, as the waves lap the shoreline of the
soul and we can feel, touch and taste the euphoria of the light dancing within,
we need to realise that it is okay to be in such a space. In many ways, it is
the still moments that matter the most, for it is the stillness, and the
stillness within that stillness, that carries so much power and energy. The
rest is distraction, for Truth lies in the stillness, not in the busy-ness of
keeping on keeping on (chasing and ticking off boxes on a life ‘to-do’ list
that continues to grow no matter how hard we try to get to our destinations)
etc.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">There comes a time
when we need to STOP and embrace the courage to go into this stillness; and we
need to know and trust that all that we want and need are within this. If we
become truly conscious in this moment of pure magic, joy and amazement, we
awaken to a whole new dimension in life and become inspired by the infinite
possibilities all around. We realise that Heaven is already on Earth and we can
feel the Divine pulse beating in our own hearts and flowing through every cell
of our Beings. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Whilst this
stillness within the stillness, which brings us the euphoria of being fully
awake in the moment, feels intangible and indefinable; it is important to
realise that even though it is, it is also within our grasp as it fills our
hearts and souls. This is a space without a space; it is beyond definition, but
it can still be felt. It can be felt by opening up heart, mind and soul to the infinite
wonder of bliss. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Of course, this
brings to the surface the perpetual chicken and egg scenario of which to do
first: become conscious in the moment or to get the basics in place to remove
the day-to-day worries. Yet, such a scenario feeds the dilemma, for until we
can see beyond this, we cannot accept that it is only by living consciously in
the moment that we become our own creators and everything changes. Until we
reach this point, we continually chase the horizon trying to get, trying to
achieve and trying to find something externally that has been within us all
along. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It therefore seems
time to lose ourselves in the moment and to surrender to the hypnotic sound,
and the delicious flavours, of bliss...</span></div>
Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-84548767023986280722012-08-10T09:25:00.000+01:002012-08-19T09:25:58.357+01:00Go Slowly
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As the winds of change continue to gather momentum, and as
the cosmic roller coaster ride continues in earnest, there is a sense of
exuberant energy shifts and deep changes occurring on just about every level of
our beings. Whilst it would be all too easy to get carried along with these
currents like a leaf being taken by the wind, there is a sense that whilst we
do need to step into the flow and become One with it, we need to be sure that
we do not lose ourselves at the same time. In other words, we need to remain
open to the process of change, but we need to avoid becoming caught up in the
‘rush’ of the adrenalin ride.</div>
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It seems that as we journey through the shifting sands of
life, and as we open up to the new consciousness that is rising up like the sap
in the trees, there is a need for us to remain centred and balanced. Not easy
when clinging on to the safety bar on a cosmic roller coaster ride of epic
proportion, but important, in order to remain conscious and fully present in
the experience. </div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
Of course, we are human, and this means that we react to
stimuli from a perspective of survival; it is our natural instinct to sometimes
resist or seek understanding. This is not ‘wrong’, it is simply part of being
human. Yet, in order to make the most of this incredible time of shift, it
seems that we need to open up to a deeper understanding of the transience that
we are all experiencing. In other words, we need to stop feeling lost in the
process, but to instead become mindful and fully conscious, so that we can find
ourselves. </div>
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Once we can be wholeheartedly mindful, we can begin to let
go of the ‘rush’, the fear and the chaos, for we realise that it no longer
defines us or shapes our lives. Whilst we cannot ‘escape’ from the trials and
tribulations of everyday life (and why would we want to, for they make life all
the more interesting?), we can begin to shift our awareness away from the fear
of clinging onto that safety bar and instead embrace a deep sense of knowing
which helps us to let go of fear in order to live a more conscious, but more
peaceful existence.</div>
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In a way, we are standing in the eye of a hurricane; the
chaos swirling all around, and we can either step into the winds and lose
ourselves in the rush, or we can remain centred, still, mindful and fully
conscious. It seems that by stepping into the wind, we are stepping away from
our true nature, for whilst we become One with the hurricane of life, the
hurricane will eventually pass and we will find ourselves stuck in a material
world of consumerism, power and ego; un-centred and struggling to find our way
home. The winds seem to be distractions, taking us away from our inner worlds
as we seek external fixes to soothe and heal, inspire and empower. </div>
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Standing in the eye of the hurricane is not easy, nor is it
for the feint hearted, for it takes courage and strength to stand resolute and
centred in the midst of so much shift and change. Of course, part of the
journey to Self involves surrendering to the flow of life and becoming One with
all there is, so it might be easy to see the flow as the winds; yet it seems
clear that it is the stillness and the peace that are our guiding lights now as
we continue to awaken and open up to our true divinity. </div>
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Some might say that in order to become Whole, we need to
blend with both the wind and the stillness, and in a way, this is true, but it
seems that in order to make progress on the journey to Self, we need to become
less drawn by external forces (the winds) and more awakened from within (the
stillness). There is an air of paradox or conundrum here, for we need these
external forces in order to interact and grow in life, but they are not the
focus now; for it is only once we have truly centred, awakened and become
conscious, that we can begin to open up and live a more balanced life. </div>
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In other words, we have to find stillness within before we
can find stillness without, for without stillness within, we struggle to become
centred or Whole... </div>
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Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-69301538440380254832012-07-30T13:56:00.000+01:002012-08-10T13:57:06.929+01:00Coming, Going or Somewhere In Between?<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">It seems that there are days that feel overwhelming and
days that feel distinctly underwhelming, but most other days are spent trying
to find balance as we oscillate between the two. We are in a state of flux and
shift, and at the moment we seem predominantly focused on trying to find
balance and remain steady as wave after wave of new energy and new
consciousness floods the earth. Understandably we can feel empowered and
focused one day, but then lost and confused the next, but without really
knowing why. Such rapid shift is intense, but it seems necessary now as we
shake up all that we know in order to find Truth. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">It is all too easy to feel disempowered and teasy* during
such radical change, for we can feel frustrated and thwarted as we try to get
from where we are now to where we want to be. There is a sense of breakthrough
though as many of us are beginning to see over the fence to pastures new; and
we can see, smell, taste and even touch our dreams. Yet, to know where we want
to be and to see it is still not quite the same as living it and being it, for
until we live it fully we cannot be free of where we are now. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">In other words, if we focus on our dreams, our present
doesn’t simply evaporate, for we remain in the present moment (there is no
escaping that!) so we need to move our awareness fully back into the present
moment in order to re-centre. Whilst we may be lucky enough to know what we
want from life, it is what we have now that is important. Of course, we may not
have the life that we want, but it <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">is </i>the
life that we have, and we cannot simply forget this as we head towards pastures
new.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">We are all creators, and how we think and feel shapes our
lives, but when we see the future more readily than the present, we need to ask
ourselves what we are running from. Are we trying to escape the reality of the
present moment because it simply doesn’t serve our highest good any longer, or
are we trying to run from the present because the feelings are too intense and
uncomfortable? Either way, it seems important to acknowledge the present
moment, not as a way of ignoring where we want to be, but as a way of bringing
ourselves more to life so that we can live a more conscious and enriched
existence. If we spend our lives chasing all the time, how can we find stillness
and balance within? How can we touch happiness or bliss if we spend our lives
running for the hills?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">In some ways, this all boils down to how we think about
life. Do we feel like pawns in a Universal game of chess, feeling powerless to
bring about change?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So many see the
obstacles and limitations around and wear them as badges, partly to justify
being stuck but partly to hide behind them (avoiding the fear of the unknown
etc.). After a while, the challenges become the force that shapes life, and
with each passing day, the world feels smaller somehow. Yet, it is our
circumstances and our challenges that carry the greatest gifts in life, for
they reveal our strengths and our true character, and they remind us that we do
not have to remain powerless victims of circumstance. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">Life can be tough, it can be hard, and yes, sometimes
indescribably bad things happen; but<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>we
have a choice. We can let such events define us and take control, or we can
lean into these experiences to find our Selves. Whilst we cannot always stop or
change the course of events in life, we do have a choice as to how we deal with
them. We can find ourselves or lose ourselves, we can acknowledge the pain or
deny it, and we can run away or walk right through. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">Of course, such experiences can bring anger, fear,
denial, pain, rage and so much else to the surface, and these can consume and
take over if we allow them to. All these feelings are valid and need
acknowledging, but it is important not to give them power, for that depletes us
on so many levels. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">Life events and circumstances make up a part of who you
are, but they do not make you nor do they complete you (but we each have a
choice in this regard). In many ways they play the role of ‘button presser’,
for they reveal you to you. In other words, they shine a light within and show
you the Truth of who you are. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">It is time to realise that our life is our own and taking
ownership of this may feel daunting, but at the end of the day, until we take
responsibility and let go of the crutches, the excuses, the obstacles and the
fears, then we can never be fully alive; for in order to live life fully, we
need to accept responsibility for the choices we make. Whilst we walk the path
with others at our sides, we need to be accountable to ourselves and stop
seeking others to blame when things go wrong. We need to stop being dependent
on others to lead the way or to take responsibility for our choices. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">Life is a gift, and in order to live it to the best of
our abilities, we need to choose to be fully alive and conscious in the present
moment. This may invoke fear and anxiety, but when we move beyond the fear and
step fully into the magnificent flow of living consciously, then we realise
that we are Whole. When we are Whole, everything changes, for fear no longer
has a hold over us, and we move effortlessly into the role of creator as we
re-shape our lives from the inside, out. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">With so much happening on so many different levels, it is
no wonder that we are feeling discombobulated and teasy, frustrated and uneasy!
Yet, at the same time, when we are honest and open, and acknowledge these
feelings and we somehow feel more balanced and centred. Of course, riding the
currents of such unpredictable shift is not easy, but if we can live more consciously
in the present moment, embrace ourselves as creators, accept responsibility for
life, and realise that our life experiences bring us strength, then we can
begin to regain our sense of Self and feel less like bits of driftwood on
stormy seas. When we become One within, we become One with the flow and with
everything both within and around us...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9.0pt;">*Cornish for irritable (thank
you Fiona!)</span></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-40312637223250485372012-07-21T06:30:00.000+01:002012-07-30T06:33:01.231+01:00A New Consciousness<div style="text-align: justify;">
As we continue to open up our hearts, minds and souls to the process of conscious living, we are beginning to feel the myriad of shifts and changes in a new way. It seems that the more we step into the ebb and flow of change and make the choice to awaken, the more we become aware of the subtle energies and insights that are flooding into consciousness; this awareness enables each of us to let go of resistance and move more naturally with the rapid pace of change.</div>
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<br />We are being challenged on many levels to let go, to face our fears, to heal and to become Whole, and whilst this can keep us locked in cycles and patterns of doubt and angst, at the same time we are opening up to a new level of awareness that rides above the angst and keeps us fully awakened and connected to Self. As a result, it is becoming easier to step through the fear and embrace Truth and Love, for these lie at the heart of everything. </div>
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<br />Truth is a funny thing, for there can be no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’, for it is personal to each and every one of us. Whether or not we agree with another's ‘Truth’ is a different matter entirely, but this is not the focus of these words today. </div>
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<br />We are all unique beings and we vibrate on different levels and different frequencies. Of course, we have the commonality of being human, but we are not the same, for whilst together we make up the Whole, each of us has a unique role to play within the vast panorama of the Universe. Yet, so many of us cling to the ‘Truth’s’ of others as goal posts or sign posts in the path of life, and whilst there is no doubt that we can all receive gems of wisdom and nuggets of knowledge from the experiences of others, at the same time, we must be prepared to open up to finding our own Truth, for it is this that will ultimately guide us forward in life, and beyond.</div>
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<br />Love is often misunderstood, but it is a powerful Universal force that shapes and defines so much. In a way, Love overrides Truth, for without Love, how can we understand or accept Truth? Love is more than words; it is a way of being and a way of living. Love opens up our hearts, minds and souls to being human, to being spirit and to being Whole, for it is the energy that connects us and brings us together; Love is the force that inspires us and empowers us. Of course, such a force can also lead to discord and anger, for many get lost in power games and denial, but, at the end of the day, Love is the inspiration to bring us back to Self, to the Divine and to Wholeness. </div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br />So, as we continue to ride the waves of change, we are stepping ever closer to Truth and Love, and this feels exciting, inspiring, life affirming, but a little nerve wracking, at the same time.<br />We are now being challenged to go deeply within to face our ‘demons’ and to let go of fear; fear comes in all shapes and sizes, and if left unacknowledged or unresolved, it can fester and turn toxic. This toxicity can lead to a kind of energetic paralysis that binds us to fear and keeps us frozen and immobile, unable to move and afraid of life. </div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br />Intuitively we know that we need to face these fears to heal and become Whole, but when fear has such a powerful hold over us, it can be hard to find the path to freedom. The harder we look and the more we fight, the more confused we seem to grow, and it seems that we now need to stop pushing fear away as some ‘dark’ or unwanted power, and instead bring it back into our hearts with love. </div>
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<br />Fear is akin to our inner child or inner Self cowering in a corner, afraid to face one or many aspects of life; using this image, we can see that the way to overcome this is to step gently within and take the hand of our inner child, embrace them and shower them with love. Fighting or conquering the fear won’t make it go away, but loving the force behind the fear can change its shape, and, with time, the fear vanishes. </div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br />Many of us spend our lives in a consciousness of fear and eventually it becomes the force that defines us. We push it away trying desperately to find bliss, but it is the act of pushing it away that takes us even further from what we seek. It isn’t easy embracing or loving fear, but the only way to step beyond it is to acknowledge it and set it free. The more we fight it, the bigger it becomes, and like the monster in the proverbial wardrobe, we get lost in the battle and lose sight of the bigger picture. We placed the monster in the wardrobe and we have the choice of setting it free, but doing so with Love enables us to reconnect to our power and our Truth as we step closer to Self in the process. </div>
<br />So, as we continue to embrace the concept of living consciously, it seems clear we need to break these cycles and patterns once and for all, for living free is the path to living consciously... <br />Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-46772438915201839742012-07-10T07:00:00.000+01:002012-07-21T07:01:20.685+01:00Being Human...<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As change continues
to ebb and flow, it is becoming increasingly harder to define the true nature
of what’s happening. It seems that these somewhat nebulous, indefinable and
imperceptible shifts are now happening so rapidly that it is nigh-on impossible
to separate one from the other, and, as a result, they are merging into one
enormous mass of ‘stuff’. Although we are aware of the overall nature of the
change, the details are blurring, and we are losing sight of the bits and
pieces, the irritations, the distractions and the diversions. Whilst confusing,
this is inevitable, for as we evolve, we begin to step back from the details
and the pedestrian-ness of life in order to feel the Truth of our Divinity and
touch upon the pure bliss of being a Divine Being.</span></div>
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<span>We can often find
ourselves oscillating between daily worries and responsibilities, and spiritual
at One-ness and Divine Union. Such a path is challenging, for the path that
twists and turns between the two is the path where doubt, fear, anxiety and
lack all reside. Even though we can see, feel, touch and taste the magnificence
of Divinity, everyday life can keep us locked in cycles of doubt and patterns
of lack, loveless-ness and pain. We can feel deep frustration at knowing where
we want to be but not being able to find a way to get there. We want answers
and understanding, for we are human! It is human nature to solve, resolve,
achieve, succeed, and when we can’t, we try even harder. </span></div>
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reason; it seems that there comes a time when we have to stop fighting and
trying to seek definitive answers to the lofty questions that we all have.
Sometimes we have to realise that we cannot put life on hold until we find
these answers, for unless we live and embrace the moment, the answers will
never come. At the same time, we also need to be open to the possibility that
there are no answers, for not everything is definable or knowable.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">When we incarnate
and step into the world, our need to survive takes over, and, in time, we begin
to take on the conditioning and fears that shape and define our lives. If we
are lucky, we recognise these patterns and begin to break the cycle, but very
often this only happens when we reach crisis state. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As we continue to
shift and evolve, the details and the cycles continue to fade away as the
bigger picture takes centre stage. It seems that our preoccupation with the
details has been our biggest irritation and distraction, for once we step
beyond the fears, the doubts and the anxieties, and truly touch the Divine,
everything changes, for nothing is the same anymore. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">We have now reached
something of a collective crisis state, a time of powerful and profound
spiritual awakening, and everything is changing. Whilst we may look at our
daily lives and see the same things staring back at us just like they did
yesterday, energetically, spiritually and intuitively we feel different. It is
this awareness that looks set to be the catalyst that inspires each of us to
step beyond the boundaries that we have created (consciously and
subconsciously) in order to embrace a new way of living and being. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">We no longer have to
be buoys bobbing around in stormy seas; we can become one with the ocean of
life and dance with the waves. This takes courage and heart, for embracing the
unknown is never easy, but it feels kind of inevitable now, for we are ready to
embark on a new journey; a journey of enlightenment and inspiration. We now
realise that we cannot find enlightenment in the things we do (the details) or
by the choices we make, for enlightenment comes from within. We are spiritual
beings in human form, and it is within our spiritual essence where true
enlightenment resides...</span></div>
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<br /></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-40459010542143678042012-07-01T05:51:00.000+01:002012-07-10T05:53:40.377+01:00Union of the Soul<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As the structure of
‘all that we are’ is changing, it seems that a new wave of knowing is filtering
into consciousness. This wave feels empowering and inspirational, but
indescribable and hard to grasp at the same time. Whilst we can feel this
shift, our natural tendency is to want to understand it (indescribable) rather
than to simply feel it (inspirational). In other words, by switching into ‘mind
mode’ we step beyond how it feels to seek out meaning, but as there is no clear
meaning, we get lost in feelings of confusion, for we struggle with the notion
that something could ever be ‘indescribable’ or ‘unknowable’, after all, we are
human beings and we can always find a label for things; we need to!</span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Yet, many of us have
reached a stage where the need to question has changed, whilst we will always
remain inquisitive (for that is how we evolve), we are moving into a clearer
and brighter space of living. It seems that this new wave of knowing is
bringing us to a new state of being; one where we can ‘be’, rather than one
where we constantly need to ‘get’. Such a shift is revolutionary, for to step
fully into the ‘being state’ means a readiness to open up to our true spiritual
essence and universal vibration. Whilst we have been walking this path for some
time, it seems that we have now turned a corner and what we meet feels amazing,
life enhancing and wonderful; it feels so positive because we have stepped
beyond doubt and fear, and opened up our hearts, minds and souls to Truth, to
love and to bliss. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Deep within each of
us are feelings that we have always carried, and these feelings are a sense of
a ‘bigger role’ or part to play in the orchestra of life. Energetically and
spiritually we know that we have work to do, and as we begin to step away from
the flock, we realise that it is only by having the courage to touch our bliss
(to embrace our divinity) that we begin to gain a clearer sense of what’s next.
This takes courage, for it means letting go of a great deal of what we hold
dear; it means accepting that everything changes and acknowledging that we are
ready to let go of so much in order to embrace so much more. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Whilst so many
continue to seek value and meaning outside of themselves, there is a growing
realisation that this will make for a long search, for the true riches and
treasures are within. Heaven on Earth is within each and every one of us; it
always has been and always will be. Of course, having a car, a house, money in
the bank etc. can make life more enjoyable, but unless we can revel in the joy
of spiritual abundance, then none of it matters, as life feels empty and
shallow. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Yet, how do we
balance our daily needs with such a lofty and profound spiritual purpose? Well,
it seems that we need to acknowledge that we are spiritual beings in human
form, and once we do this, we can truly rest in the state of ‘being’ and from
here everything changes. Once we let go of chasing external fixes and once we
stop trying to ‘get’ all that we need, it just happens and we become whole.
This takes unbending faith, trust and belief, but we are ready now. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">‘All that we know’
has changed and will keep on changing, for that is the inevitably of being part
of the Universal flow. The challenge we have, is in stepping into the flow with
an open heart and becoming One with it...</span></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-57029529240253056352012-06-18T06:41:00.000+01:002012-07-01T06:42:45.653+01:00Mountains and Molehills<br />
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<span style="color: black;">There can be
no denying that this is a time of great shift and change; from the tiniest atom
to the most majestic mountain, everything is shifting, moving and evolving. Of
course, this has been the way since the dawn of time, but things seem to have
intensified and quickened now.</span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">As each of us
continues to embrace change, like the drifting continents and the growing
mountains, we are evolving and expanding both within and without. In many ways
this suggests a slow and gradual process, but when looked at in the terms of
Universal time, this is but the blink of an eye, and in this particular blink
of an eye we are changing beyond recognition!</span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">Life presents
challenges to face and mountains to climb, but as we continue to move mountains
we can see that we are creating our very own snow capped mountain range with
its own beauty and majesty. In other words, our efforts are reaping benefits,
and whilst it feels like a long and drawn-out process, things are changing. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">As we now
take another step forward on the path ahead, there is a feeling of hope and
optimism rising up and welcoming us like the rays of a new dawn. The waves of
change are not always easy waves to ride, and there are times when we may feel
like the ebbs are pulling us off-course or worse, but with strength and focus,
we realise that we can move beyond the eddies, to the stillness and peace of
the mountains.</span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">Of course,
even the mountains move and shift, for nothing ever stays the same, but in the
relative stillness of the mountain air we can collect our thoughts, re-focus
and begin to gain a truer sense of Self. As we gaze at the magnificence of our
very own inner Himalayas, we can celebrate at the monumental journey that we
have made to Self. Whilst this journey is on-going, this doesn’t mean that we
cannot take a while to breathe in the mountain air and be thankful for all that
we have. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">As we pause
to gaze at the awe-inspiring site of the mountains, we can see the many inner
walls that we have broken down, the rivers that we have re-directed and the
dams that we have allowed to run free in the process. With each passing day we
have taken a step closer towards Self and a breath nearer bliss. The sight of
the mountains is a sign that we have reached a milestone within, for we have
opened up to the power of our intention and the Truth of our existence. </span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">It is
important to realise that we have not been sitting powerlessly on the sidelines
of life waiting for this to happen though; we need to acknowledge our own role
in the process, for it is through our own grit and determination that we now
find ourselves in a different world. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">The key to
expanding the beauty and strength of the world within, to the world without, is
to nurture, nourish and tend on every level of our Beings. It is time to let go
of self-judgment, negative thinking, fears and lack and to step beyond feeling
frozen in a paralysis between head and heart. </span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">Opening up a clear and honest dialogue within is the first step for we
need to reclaim the responsibility for how we think, feel and manifest. Whilst
we may not be able to control every aspect of what happens in life, we do have
control over how we react, and this is where we need to focus our intentions
now. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">We then need to let go of feelings of guilt, anger or shame in connection
to the realisation that we have allowed ourselves to become consumed by
negative feelings and lack; we are human, and sometimes we need to travel along
a certain path to realise that another path is the ‘right’ one for us. Blame
and shame, fear and lack all come from the same place, and they feed a cycle of
restriction; the time has now come to break this cycle and change it to one of
growth and expansion. The time has come to no longer see molehills as
mountains, but to see them for what they truly are. Truth is not always an easy
path to embrace, but it is the only true path to Self. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">How we think and feel is the force that shapes and moves the mountains
within; when we connect to the true breathtaking magnificence of this energy,
we feel awakened; refreshed and renewed, and it is this energy that we need to
embrace now. The more we open ourselves up to be awakened, the more consciously
we live in the present moment and the more we can embrace bliss in every
possible way. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">It is time to stand on those mountains and welcome a new day; one filled
with hope, optimism, love and divinity...</span></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-36979295335602673432012-06-09T16:37:00.000+01:002012-06-18T16:38:22.451+01:00Stepping Into The Mist<br />
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The journey within takes a powerful step forward over the
coming days and weeks as the power of the sea starts to weave its magic and its
mists in a mystical and slightly nebulous way. It is hard to find words to
describe the indescribable, for these mists are beyond words and everyday
comprehension; they are unknowable and mysterious, indefinable and without
form. </div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
When we venture inward to the landscapes within, it is rare
to see mists and water, waves and the gentle undulating rhythm of the soul.
Yet, here we find ourselves, in somewhat unfamiliar territory as our inner
worlds turn into a misty sea garden of hidden depths and magic. This may feel
almost alien, but it is a part of our inner world just as much as the inner
gardens, rolling hills and waterfalls that we so often see. We rarely venture
into this misty landscape for its indescribable mysteries feel a little
uncomfortable, for they are indefinable and beyond comprehension. As humans we
like to understand!</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
In this magical sea garden, we are being given an
opportunity to be at one with the ebb and the flow of the Universal tide, and
we are being given a rare insight into the true depths of our souls. Whilst we
are all unique, we are also all a part of the Whole, and it is water that
unites and unifies. </div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
As we stand on the precipice of change and shift in all
areas of consciousness, it now seems important to open up and become One with
all aspects of Self. Exploring unchartered terrain within is a huge part of
this process, for we need to know our Selves if we are to find peace, love and
bliss within. No more hidden corners or locked doors; no more hiding from the
mists..</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
As we weave the threads and ribbons of the sacred web of
life, we realise that this mysterious inner sea garden is our connection to
Self, for it is through the unknowable that we find Truth and clarity,
knowledge and peace. This isn’t about some quest or special attunement, but it
is about opening up to the wonders already within waiting to be set free. </div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">The landscape
within is rich and fertile, and the sea garden shifts and changes with the ebb
and flow of the tides. As we continue to awaken, our consciousness expands in a
similar way: always changing, always shifting, never remaining the same. It may
be all too easy to feel like a piece of driftwood being shaped and twisted by
the sea, but we are not powerless, and we need to gently remind ourselves of
this. </span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: black;">This is a
time to look beyond the physical world in order to connect to something much
bigger; it is time to feel at One with the Universe. When we open up our
hearts, minds and souls to this One-ness we overflow with love, inspiration and
bliss; for in this space nothing else exists. </span></div>
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<br /></div>
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We are now being guided to be at peace with the mists and
hidden depths within, for they are not something to fear (fear creates a
constricting force). It is time to realise that we cannot be One by clinging to
the Light and fearing the Dark, for they are part of the same Whole; it is time
to find unity within. Once we open up to this concept, everything shifts and
changes, for life simply isn’t the same anymore; things that once seemed so
important melt away as love and bliss become the central cogs inspiring,
empowering and changing. </div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
It has been said before that each of us has the Universe
within us, but as humans we can lose connection to the full power of this as we
can feel disconnected, alone and lost. Yet, once we find peace and unity in the
mists within, we realise that these states of existence are created by fear and
lack. Once we truly embrace the symbiosis of Self, then we become illuminated
and enlightened, inspired and Whole. </div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
As we go through deep and profound change, we may still have
times when we feel lost, but we need to see this as an opportunity to pause and
reflect. If we feel lost, then maybe we haven’t yet found the ‘right’ path;
trust this feeling as a sign to go within and open up to the Universe to show
us the way. This takes faith, courage and belief, but these are all part of the
process of synergy occurring on every level of existence now. </div>
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<br /></div>
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So, as we continue to awaken and see the delights in the
misty world within, we now have an opportunity to sink through the confusion
and gain clarity unlike clarity ever experienced before. The mists are not here
to confuse or disorientate, nor are they here to hide Truth, the mists are here
to gently carry us deeper inwards to a place that is neither knowable or
describable; it just is. </div>
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Through the mists, we need to listen out for our unique
‘note’ and allow ourselves to be drawn to its source. Once we open up to this
and find our ‘note’ we finally touch our true essence and bring heaven on earth
to life...</div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-30005125270671410682012-06-04T05:20:00.000+01:002012-06-13T05:20:19.076+01:00The Power of Love<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">As we
continue our grand and mysterious tale of cosmic twists and turns, this epic
looks set to turn into an adventure of legend as the unconscious continues to
become conscious, and sleepwalkers stir and awaken seeking meaning and purpose,
love and unity. Each of us is a Divine spark, and we are stepping forth into
the full blazing glory of love of the most incredible kind. </span></div>
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solve problems or put food on the table, but this misses the point! Love is not
about paying bills or fixing life’s problems; love is a state of being, and
when in this state, everything changes. Love is not something to ‘get’ or
‘attain’, love just is. It is when we open ourselves up to the full power of
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words are simple in comparison, but life is simple, we no longer need to
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present moment; it is time to be love and to live love. We are now ready to
open up to nirvana both within and without, for there is room for all of us to
live under the pink leaves of the lotus flower...</span> </div>
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<br /></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-52263950563573975222012-05-27T14:45:00.000+01:002012-06-04T14:46:33.508+01:00Through Stormy Seas...<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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of consciousness within and without in our lives, we have reached a stage of
major shift as we begin to face inner demons and fears head on. We all have
crosses to bear and challenges to overcome, for that’s a part of life;
sometimes things happen which we have little control over and sometimes we make
choices or decisions that take us down a difficult or arduous path. There are
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the moment, but at the same time, as the light of the new dawn breaks, there is
a buoyancy and lightness which feels exquisite and Divine. As the energies ebb
and flow on some levels, they swirl and eddy on others; this is confusing and
it can feel overwhelming. We may find ourselves feeling tossed about by the
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">When we take a moment to step back from
this intense portrayal of the current time, we allow ourselves a little
breathing space to re-focus and re-centre as we find that despite the tossing
and eddying, within we are still and energised. It is all too easy to get lost
in the chaos of life, to be carried along with the currents, but we are not
pieces of driftwood unless we choose to be. Sometimes it is easier to be
carried along by life for it avoids making big decisions, it avoids taking
responsibility and it means that we never truly have to be accountable for what
we do, or do not, achieve in life. Strong words, but necessary, for it seems
that we have now reached a stage of choice: we can remain as driftwood or we
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if we feel powerless, then we are powerless. If we feel life weary, then life
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life; when those dark recesses take over and little light breaks through. Yet,
it is from the darkness that realisation emerges, for the darkness is not some
alien place to fear or deny, it is a part of each and every one of us. To be
balanced and whole, we need to honour the darkness within; to fear it feeds it
and encourages it to grow. It is when we honour the darkness that we let go of
fear, angst and anxiety; this is not about wallowing in pain and despair
though, it is about being honest with ourselves in order to find peace within.
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">As we walk along the twisting and narrow
path through stormy seas, fear is the force that erodes the path; it is
corrosive and destructive. If we let it, fear takes control and dictates every
aspect of our lives. Of course, fear serves a purpose, it warns and alerts, but
if left to grow it can consume and take over. This path is not an easy one; it
is not for the feint hearted, but intuitively we know that overcoming fear and
doubt is the only route to Self. If fear has already seen the path crash into
the sea, we can ride the waves; if we crash against the rocks, then we pick
ourselves up and keep going. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Of course, to see life as such an arduous
journey can add to the fear, and this is part of the shift now: we are reaching
a stage where we no longer see the path as some external and challenging
‘force’, we let go of the path and become One with it. If we don’t like a
bracing stormy sea path, then we find a promenade or a sandy beach; perception
matters... </span></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-27138508109648974632012-05-19T09:33:00.000+01:002012-05-27T09:34:23.956+01:00Heaven Sent<span style="color: black;">As the Sun and the Moon prepare for a beautiful
celestial dance, each of us can expect to feel the beginning of some powerful
and profound shifts within. This process has already begun in earnest as we can
feel buoyant and full of optimism one moment, but lost and despondent the next.
Some may call this ascension syndrome, others call it evolution; either way, we
can each expect to feel euphoric, empty, blissful, hollow and peaceful all at
the same time.</span><br />
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As our consciousness rises and we awaken, we touch life more deeply and we can
begin to see the true inter-connectedness of the Whole. During such an intense
experience, we feel such a plethora of emotional peaks and troughs as we seek
out balance and understanding. Of course, sometimes we are not meant to
understand, we are meant to trust, but as human beings, we need to understand
for that is our way. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">Standing on the precipice between where we once
were and where we want to be, we can feel too scared to breathe; too scared to
move. We can feel excited but terrified in the same nano-second. Our senses
intensify and we begin to feel so much more than we ever thought possible; like
having no skin or no filter, and this can feel awe-inspiring, but it can feel
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<span style="color: black;">These are confusing times, and we find ourselves
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<span style="color: black;">Even for those of us around the world who will not
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ignored, for on an energetic and spiritual level, this age old dance between
the Sun and the Moon has a powerful impact on the Earth and on each of us, both
individually and collectively. We are all energy, and we are all entwined and
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<span style="color: black;">As the light of the Sun fades during an eclipse,
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fear. We have to experience the true depth of feeling as our filters fade and
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<span style="color: black;">This is a time of awakening; a time to embrace the
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balance. Of course, we all know that just as the light fades, it soon returns,
but we can work with this powerful time to shift our focus, energy, thoughts
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<span style="color: black;">This forthcoming Eclipse helps us to embrace the
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(dark and light), for we see the fuller picture. We can then begin to embrace
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<span style="color: black;">This is a powerful time to pause, meditate, heal
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over the days, weeks, months and years to come...</span><span style="color: black;"></span></div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2821652509575259108.post-74508406217074972642012-05-09T06:07:00.000+01:002012-05-19T06:07:31.000+01:00The Storm Within<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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As we stand on the precipice of shift, it can be hard to
remain sure-footed and confident when the winds of change are gaining strength
and the healing rain is lashing down bringing all manner of thoughts, feelings,
memories and pain to the surface. The precipice can feel like a lonely place,
and as we stand waiting for the sunshine to break through, it can be hard to
maintain the faith to keep on keeping on. Sometimes, the darkness gets too much
and we have to step back from the edge in order to find shelter; sometimes, we
just have to walk away. Yet, for most of us, here we still find ourselves:
soaked through, cold, exhausted but still standing, poised and ready to step
forward when the time comes. </div>
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Who knows what lies beyond the mists beneath our feet, but
instinctively we know that we have to have faith and step into uncharted
territory in life for that is the only way to evolve, learn and grow.
Spiritually and energetically, we know that in order to step closer to our
dreams and to our souls, we have to step away from the comfort blankets we have
created in life that have softened the longing for something more. </div>
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As we shiver in the rain, we may wonder what on earth we are
doing; we may feel like we are standing on the outside looking through the
window into life where everyone else is cosy and warm by the fire. Our
perception can make us feel like we are the only one struggling, going through
shift, exploring the soul. Yet, we are not alone, for the precipice is a place
where so many find themselves now; standing between where they once were and
where they want to be. The precipice is a kind of no-man’s land, and whilst we
can feel isolated, when we look up through the wind and rain, we can see
hundreds of other faces standing there beside us. </div>
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Seeing so many others standing in a similar place warms the
soul, for it helps to know that we do not walk alone. Whilst our journey to
Self is unique to us as individuals, collectively we are re-awakening and
moving toward a new dawn where we step beyond the precipice and find ourselves
standing in new, exciting and fertile uncharted terrain. The reward for faith
and belief, self-knowing and trust is the promised land. Perhaps the biggest
reward of all is the realisation that the promised land is not some distant
pasture, but it is within us, around us; it is us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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When we feel battle weary and tired, we can struggle to stay
aligned with Spirit and we feel out of tune with the orchestra of life. Whilst
we all participate in the orchestra, over time the orchestra has lost its edge,
for the magic has ebbed away. Each participant has grown tired simply keeping
on keeping on, and bad tuning and duff notes have started to dominate. </div>
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And yet, once we connect to the promised land and to the
sunlight within, the energy and exuberance returns bringing the orchestra back
to life! In essence, this is a time to stop fighting, to start trusting and to
reconnect to the light within to guide us through these stormy, yet important
times. The more of us that do this, the more the orchestra will regain its
strength and form, and will begin to play a sweet and wonderful tune that
awakens all the sleepwalkers and brings about lasting Universal change. We may
be individuals, but we are all part of the bigger jigsaw puzzle of life and
every action we take and thought we have shapes the Whole. </div>
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It is when we feel that connection to the Whole, that we
feel our own Divinity and our magnificence rising up with passion and power;
for we begin to realise that we are our own Creators. We then start to realise
that all those dreams of a better life can become reality, for once we let go
of the fear we change the dynamic, stop chasing and start creating instead. We
remember the mirror effect, and that everything around us is within us; every
thought we have shapes our lives, and once we realise the enormity of this, we
can begin to change the energy to transform our lives. </div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
We need to let go of fear now, and to realise that the winds
and rain of change are a necessary step on the path to Self. The journey to Self
begins and ends within, and whilst we may feel exhausted from the journey, we
should never lose sight of the destination, for the light will guide us and
show us the way. The more we can love and honour ourselves, and the more we can
trust the process, the quicker we will move beyond the precipice and find
ourselves bathing in the beautiful light of a brand new day...</div>Sarah-Jane Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13743088402053651586noreply@blogger.com