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Since arriving in Costa Rica, I’ve been curious about the expression “Pura Vida” which I saw splashed across billboards, towels, t-shirts and heard often from the locals. While I knew that pura vida translates to “pure life”, I came to understand that the meaning encapsulates a Beautiful mentality of the tico culture. Pura vida is used as a greeting to mean both hello, goodbye, all is good, and even thank you, rather like the Hawaiian “aloha” or the Australian “no worries”, but holds even greater meaning, as it also encompasses the philosophy of living in balance, good spirits, and appreciation of the Beauty of the moment. While contextually it holds other meanings, such as “full of life”, “this is living”, “going great”, “cool” and even “f#ck it” this Lovely expression’s meaning is a mindset which recognizes that life is short and that it’s important to see the good in the grander scheme of life, in appreciation for community and the ability to persevere.

“But where did the expression come from?” I asked repeatedly, “Who started it?” With some research I’ve learned of a couple of theories about the origin of “Pura Vida” as the Costa Rican emblem. Wikipedia and other sources all agree that it began in 1956, some saying that the expression got its start from an exchange between surfers and the locals. According to Jose Melendez, a Costa Rican journalist who has done extensive research on the phrase, the expression arrived when the film Pura Vida arrived in Mexico in 1956. The main character in the film is an eternal optimist who cannot seem to get anything right, but maintains a great attitude of pura vida, the pure life which arrives with a positive mindset and appreciation for the good.

Pura Vida is a mentality of living in a flowing way which allows an appreciation for the Beauty of the moment and the gifts it holds. The expression carries the knowledge that all is in harmony and should be appreciated. As I sat on a Glorious sand beach where the lush greens of the mountains meets the clear blue of sea to watch the Sunset’s orangey glow across the sky I looked up at a local couple walking, “Pura vida,” they said, smiling. It is in these shared moments of Gratitude for the Beauty which makes its way through our lives that real understanding and appreciation for the saying will stay with me for the rest of my one precious, magickal and pure life.

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.

“Oh my gosh, Kassie!” I proclaimed to my friend’s back as I watched her lithe form climb over the creek bed’s wall before us with ease and grace. I followed suit with less finesse, pushing any fears stirring in my mind aside. As an avid hiker with a curious and adventurous spirit, I am usually game for venturing a new path. Yesterday I found myself on a hike with a friend who likes to journey where there are no paths. Aptly nicknamed the “Rugged Faerie in Boots”, Kassie’s daring nature and agility is an Amazing thing to witness, and I appreciated the conscientious way she pushed me out of my comfort zone. Breaking through fears is such an important yoga in life. In order to grow and expand, we must mindfully push ourselves through our limitations, boundaries and comfort of everyday life.

Once we accept our limits, we go beyond them.

While knowing our limits can be healthy, we must be careful not to allow self-limiting belief systems and fear of the unknown to confine our lives and keep us stuck and doubting of our own abilities. When I hike, it is usually along paths like the one pictured above; there are some steep hillsides, but it is all part of a journey within my comfort zone. During my hike with Kassie, I stepped outside the safe and predictable into the unknown, pushing my own perceived limitations. “You may want to know that you can do this,” she reminded me as she descended down an insanely steep hillside from which one might actually get vertigo. “Oh my gosh!” I exclaimed again, as I stretched my arms out for balance and cautiously edged my way down the unbeaten path, moving through my fears to the grassy knoll below.

The difficulties you meet will resolve themselves as you advance. Proceed, and light will dawn, and shine with increasing clearness on your path.

You know what? She was right! I can do it! And, as we traversed creek side and rounded the rocky, fern-lined path, I had to stop to admire the incredible Beauty of the expedition. Look what I could have missed! I highly recommend looking at self limiting beliefs. It is incredibly empowering to daringly break through. We are here to learn and grow, and can only do so through courageously exploring. So, let us go forward, towards those secretly longings of the heart, towards the light together, mindfully pushing through. What is standing in your way, Dear Reader?

Love and Adventurous Blessings,
Antonia

Start wherever you are and start small.

As we still the mind, the heart speaks of dreams wishing to be fulfilled, allowing us to strive for a greater good and grow with the continuous flow of life. But, how can we best achieve this? In a recent post I wrote about Standing at the Crossroads, and the process of letting go of what is no longer working in our lives, while embracing the new. The desire to simply leap across the divide between where we are now and the dreams of where we wish to be can be so great! But, the best route is to take slow, steady steps towards the goal. There can be many different types of obstacles which keep us from moving with consistent determination towards our goals, but by giving ourselves permission to proceed in gentle “baby steps” we can get there realistically and compassionately.

Adopt the pace of nature, her secret is patience.

Nature does a remarkable job of patiently getting everything accomplished in slow, gentle steps. If we try to move too quickly, we risk procrastination, frustrations, or some form of burn out which will more than likely stagnate the process. Making life changes and following dreams takes a great deal of courage. By implementing small changes, allowing for the unfolding and reassessments along the way, we can evolve as nature herself does, patiently and successfully. In a recent conversation with Career Coach Tarra Christoff, she said that she calls this process “turtle steps” and reminded me of the Aesop fable about The Tortoise and the Hare. The slow moving tortoise challenges and beats the fast moving hare in a race, because, as the moral states: “Slow and steady wins the race.”

Have a bias toward action – let’s see something happen now. You can break that big plan into small steps and take the first step right away.

With the goal firmly in mind, we shall move forward in more easily achievable steps, thus increasing the likelihood of arriving at the finish line. You deserve to have your dreams realized! I find it helpful to think of myself as the deeply rooted tree by the flowing river; I stay grounded and focused, yet flowing, trusting in the process while making it happen. Taking manageable steps in a disciplined manner can lead to big results. Nudge yourself along, stopping to celebrate the successes along the way. As Lao Tzu said, “A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” What can you do today to move yourself toward your goals?

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.

I’m going to tell you a secret! Shhhh… just between us, okay? I don’t even remember who told me to do it, but she (yes, it was definitely a female) said it would feel awkward at first.. and, she was right. However, I am very grateful that I began and kept up with the practice, as it has improved my life from the inside out; which is the order of things, our being the creators/creatrix’s of our lives. “Simply look at your reflection in the mirror,” she told me, “and, tell yourself, ‘I Love you!’ whether you mean it or not.” Hmmmm… yes, well, as I mentioned, it did, in fact, feel a bit odd at first, but I continued to do it once or twice a day, everyday. It really does make a difference, which is why I am confessing this little secret to you. I believe that while the only constant is change, the times of late have been a touch more challenging for many people, and, thus, require more self-Love. By beginning each day with a smile and proclamation of Love, the self is given extra reassurance it will welcome.

He that falls in love with himself will have no rivals.

There are other things which we can do in self-Love, to tend the body, mind and spirit in a conscious manner. I made a Bliss List which includes laughter, meditation, music, movies and many other things which can assist one in raising their vibration, quickly shifting a difficult day or moment. How we perceive our life situations begins within us, and our minds, so it is up to us to use tools to get us through these shifts and changes which might otherwise bring us down. This too shall pass. All is a constantly changing energy, taking new forms along the journey of life. If it’s Amazingly Gorgeous, drink it up and cherish the moment. If it’s feeling a little intense, take a deep breath and remind yourself that it’s all about to get really Beautiful. Then make it so for yourself. You so deserve it.

I to myself am dearer than a friend.

It’s time for many of us to be gentle with ourselves, appreciate the questions, and know that there are times when it’s okay not to know the answers. Let go. Surrender into the ‘not knowing’ and trust in the process. You are a shining and Beautiful soul, and you will be cared for. It all works out perfectly. It could be no other way. It’s all just a part of the ever-unfolding circle. So, go, now, to the mirror, and look at that Amazing reflection of Beauty and Perfection, and repeat after me, “I Love You!” Oh, yeah, sometimes I wink, too. Life is a rollercoaster, may as well Laugh and Love through it, right? That Love begins with you. What practices have you found, Dear Reader, to assist you through in self-Love?

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.

If there was one quote that summed up my life of late, the above nails it perfectly. I have been calling it the “spaghetti method,” in essence, throwing all I possibly can to the wall to see what sticks. Ha! The planting of seeds throughout not only Spring, but Summer as well, asking myself, “What can I do?” then setting to work to make it happen, knowing that as long as I do all I can, to the best of my ability, from a grounded and balanced place residing in faith, all will work out. Well, it’s been my experience in life that all does work out, and while it doesn’t always look like what I think it should, it’s for the best in the end. It’s in the darkest moments that the stars shine brightest and Beautiful Blessings can be counted. But, it’s all shifting. Can you feel it? The seeds are sprouting.

Life is like riding a bicycle – in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.

The winding down of Summer is such a Gorgeous time of year, as the high temperatures begin to cool here in Sunny Northern California, preparations begin for the next season of harvest. I am very excited about it. Watching that which I’ve worked so hard for beginning to show promise. That doesn’t mean that the work is over by any means. We shall continue in a Beautiful forward moving flow towards the goals. But, I have noticed that the pieces of the puzzles seem to be forming into a Gorgeous picture, promises of the gifts to come. Don’t fret about that which doesn’t ’stick’, remind yourself instead that “Something better this way comes!” So, I give thanks for that which is to come, stay balanced, grounded into Mother Earth, trusting and yet continue to do what I can each day. My success is up to me, right?

What saves a man is to take a step. Then another step.

Eye on the prize, Baby! Yes, we are the Co-Creators/Creatrix’s of our lives, the storytellers of the tale, so having goals clearly set, and a plan of action on how to accomplish these goals is of great importance. Then, we can move towards the goals, inch by inch, to our successes. Taking the next step, making it happen. I also have found that I am getting support in the most Wonderfully unexpected ways. It’s Beautiful and so appreciated, as people come forth into my life, both new and old friends alike, each a gift in some way. We’re all mirrors, representing Beauty or shadow, both a reflection needed to assist in the manifestation of the story, or puzzle. It does fit together. Can you see it coming together, Dear Reader? Stay grounded and centered, do what you can and keep your focus, because it’s very close, and it’s going to be Amazing!

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

It all depends on whether you have things, or they have you.

I’ve been spending quite a bit of time and energy assessing and reassessing the material possessions I’ve chosen to keep in my life. What has true meaning and brings me Joy? What’s worth keeping and what would serve other’s lives through my willingness to let them go? While I understand all too well the reservations one might have for not wanting to go through possessions, reassessing, getting rid of things and clearing the clutter, there are so many excellent reasons for pushing through any resistance you have and doing so anyway. First of all, let’s look at it from an energetic perspective: everything is energy and clutter is low vibrational, stagnant energy which decreases our ability to focus, is stressful and draining. This stuck energy is thus reflected in our personal, and professional lives, negatively affecting our psyche, creativity, and general flow in life. I promise that once you begin getting through any clutter you’ve accumulated, you’ll quickly begin to feel happier and lighter, as you raise the vibration of your surroundings and yourself.

If Nothing Changes, Nothing Changes.

Does your outer environment reflect your authentic self? There is a connection between our personal environment and our inner selves. You’re not just going to face your physical stuff, but come to a resolution with your past and incomplete processes. YAY! Good for you for being willing to face those old college papers, remnants of relationships past, and anything else you’ve understandably been hesitant to go through and let go of. You shall no longer be a victim of your possessions and stuck environment. By clearing clutter and removing that which you’ve been hanging onto, you’re putting yourself in the driver’s seat and taking back control of your life.

The old adage ‘A place for everything and everything in its place’ is so simple and so true. If you have to spend a great deal of time looking for things, you’re wasting time and energy, which will end up in frustration and feelings of irritation. If things are organized and systematized, not only will you feel in a flow, but the results are a better alignment with the principle of prosperity and abundance. There is also a Beautiful flow about completing one’s processes, as you’re continuing to move in a positive forwardly and organic direction, rather than staying stuck in the past. With this flow, you’ll feel better, expend less energy and experience greater harmony within yourself and environment.

One cannot collect all the beautiful shells on the beach.
One can only collect a few, and they are more beautiful if they are few.

If all of this hasn’t convinced you to tackle those piles of papers, boxes, or hodge-podgy drawers, then I’ll ask you to do so for the environment and your fellow Soul Siblings. As we’re all connected, your decreased clutter and ease of movement on a day to day level will reflect greater peace throughout. Also, giving Rocks! It’s also very green! Loading up your car with all of the stagnant energy in your environment and taking it to local libraries, or other charities is such a great feeling. As much as I Love books, for example, a recent large donation to a local library brought such a Joyful feeling as I thought of how many people could now enjoy them! Or, sell what you can and reinvest the money into something which makes you happy and adds value to your life. And, when you return to your organized, higher vibrational home, you are going to be Amazed by the wonderful results rippling out from your life into the World at large! Happy clearing, BeLoveds.

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

Understanding is not a piercing of the mystery, but an acceptance of it, a living blissfully with it, in it, through and by it.

I’ve been meditating upon the word “awe” lately, fascinated by its dual meaning to inspire either wonder or dread. It’s commonly defined as being an overpowering or overflowing emotion aroused through being impressed by the formidable or magnificent; a reverence combining dread, veneration and wonder which is inspired by the sacred or sublime. One word which can mean both an overpowering feeling of fear or wonder fascinates me a great deal. Is it awful or is it awesome? Shall we choose to look at life from a place of fear or trusting in the wonder of it all?

We convince by our presence.

I find it fascinating that ‘awe’ has come to take on drastically different meanings, depending upon the source or context. The word awe has often held a connotation of reverence for God or royalty. From a military standpoint, “shock and awe” describes using force to quickly devastate an area thus gaining dominance over an adversary. These are two very different meanings for the same word, both of which hold a very convincing presence. At a deeper level, awe is an experience one is sure to know when one is experiencing it. I found an example of that which evokes in me both a state of wonder, and fear.

Trust God and tie your camel.

Life is a Beautiful mystery in constant motion. Change is the only constant, so rather than coming from a place of fear, I embrace change by trusting in God/Goddess/Universe/Source and ‘tying my camel’. I know that everything happens for a reason, and that unless I am willing to do something beyond what I have already mastered, I will never grow. So, I am paying attention moment by moment, being grateful for what I do have, seeing boundaries as opportunities, showing up for what arrives, and having confidence that everything works out for my highest good.

The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious.

Our experience is what we make of it, and it is our attitude which is the catalyst for our results. Currently there is a great deal of fearful scarcity thinking being spread, and I understand where it comes from. Life is abundant, a celebration, and there is enough for everyone. By being mindful of how our thoughts and feelings shape our experience, and by keeping our actions in alignment with our goals, we can open ourselves to the wonder, mystery, and yes, awe of life.

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts, we make our world.

Do you know what your mind is telling you? Are you able to watch your thoughts as though they were a crawl on CNN? The way our brains are able to quickly take in information, analyze it, and assess what we should do or say in a given moment is awesome! Truly. However, as the only thinker in our minds, it is up to us to be mind~full, and to change our own thinking and programming along the way. What old tapes are you letting run? How are those affecting your everyday experiences of the World around you?

Thoughts have power; thoughts are energy. And you can make your world or break it by your own thinking.

Let’s face it, how you interpret events in your life effects your mood. If you are letting old mental tapes run, you could be using your energy in an unproductive way which could easily be leading to lowered self-esteem, cynicism, pessimism, and negativity. Don’t waste your energy getting caught up in the story of how it was, or you fear it will be. You are in control and it is time to take back your Power! The inner creates the outer. All~ways. So, whether it’s an old program which tells you that you are not good enough, intelligent enough, or attractive enough, these old thoughts and belief systems will not only be reflected in the energy you put out into the World through your word and actions, but it will also be mirrored back to you in those around you. These negative tapes could have come from trash talk on the elementary school playground, the lockers after gym class, in your home or work environment or elsewhere. What’s important is that you become Aware of them, and compassionately change them into positive thoughts. This will not only help you, but contributes positively to collective consciousness as well, assisting the whole.

You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you.

How does one change one’s thinking from old negative tapes to positive, healthy thoughts? I have found that putting positive affirmations in plain view for myself is a great way to begin. Tape some affirmations on your bathroom mirror, on your refrigerator, in your car, and at work. This sets in motion an awareness that you are in control of your thoughts and that it is only a thought and a thought can be changed. Be Aware of your thoughts. Watch them throughout the day, knowing that you are more than your brain, and in fact, the one in the driver’s seat.

I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought; and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.

Be Grateful. If you are not yet making a Gratitude List, I would Highly recommend that you begin. This is a Fantastic way to change your thinking. The power of gratitude is an extremely important aspect of attracting to yourself the abundance and happiness that you desire and deserve. Your thoughts, feelings and actions result in your circumstances, and by being in a state of gratefulness, your positive thinking will be reflected in your moods and actions, which will bring about even more things for which to be grateful.

Every thought is a seed. If you plant crab apples don’t count on harvesting Golden Delicious.

Positive affirmations can take different forms, but I prefer to always keep them framed in the positive, present tense. I AM statements are wonderful! I AM strong, beautiful, confident, smart, creative, etc. Fill in your ‘I AM’ statement for the areas in your life where you wish to consciously shift your thinking patterns. I also like ‘I CAN’ statements. I CAN write an Awesome, Inspiring post which motivates my BeLoved readers to shift their thinking! But, I would recommend against using too many future tense statements, such as ‘I WILL’ proclamations, as I believe that putting energy out in the future results in the desired creation always being out there… in the future. Bring it into the present tense and affirm that you already have that which you want, bridging the gap between desiring and reality. For example, instead of telling yourself, “I WILL have a Beautiful, Peaceful home”, say “I Have a Beautiful, Peaceful home.” Can you feel the difference when you say each one? Allowing your energy to be in the present tense brings the energy into being in the present tense, where you want your creations to occur. I think it is very powerful to write one’s own affirmations, but here are some of my favorite examples to get you started.

*I Love and appreciate myself just as I am.
*My life works Beautifully.
*I am strong and healthy.
*My life is blossoming in total perfection.
*Everything is working out for my Highest Good.
*I always have enough of everything.
*I Love having plenty of energy.
*I deserve the best and accept the best now.
*I prosper wherever I turn.
*I am a brilliant and successful artist.
*I value who I am.
*I love and cherish all aspects of myself.
*I radiate health through every cell and system in my body.
*I have the courage and self-confidence necessary to put my solutions into practice.
*I honor myself and treat myself with respect.
*I am the prime decision maker in my life.
*I trust my feelings and unconscious thoughts.
*As I own my power, I recognize the strength and beauty of who I am.
*I accept responsibility for all decisions I make in life.
*I treat each new problem I encounter as a new door to be opened, and an opportunity to be creative.
*I Love creating joyful, creative relationships.
* There are beautiful things happening in my life daily.

Thought is the sculptor who can create the person you want to be.

Why do affirmations and changing your thinking patterns from negative ones to positive ones work? Because they reflect the Truth. You are Perfect just as you are! You came in that way. All else is ego bullsh#t. Don’t let old tapes control you and your life. You deserve the best and it is time to accept the best *now*! Love yourself enough to become aware of what you are telling yourself and compassionately change the old, unhappy scripts into Beautifully written, constructive ones.

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

It can be so easy to get caught up in the day, what needs to be done, moving forward, looking back, anything but being in the here and now. I like to begin my day by getting centered and grounded, and when extra stressors show up, whether it be traversing traffic, or an important meeting ahead, I once again ground myself, releasing the stressful energy and center myself in the present moment so that I can be the best me possible to face the situation.

Many of the Amazing and Beautiful womyn in my life seem to be needing this very practice, and it is advice I have shared with quite a few of them of late. “Sweetheart, take a nice cleansing breathe,” I have said to a few stressed-out friends. When I ask if they are grounding, or using any form of meditation, most are so busy doing remarkable things with their lives that they have forgotten to center themselves. I remind them that it doesn’t take very long and offer suggested methods. Just prior to my move, a Dear SistAr, shared a Lovely story with me. She is incredibly gifted at bringing people together and in being out in the World, but tends to take on too many energies, losing herself in the process. She shared that she had walked to the local park, found a tree to ground in with and was told, “Once you are grounded, you can no longer be swayed by others.” Yes! Yes! Yes! Exactly!

Five days after my recent move back to Northern California, I received a phone call from my Beautiful mother with very sad news which tested my inner resources, requiring me to utilize all of the tools I had been sharing. “I have some shocking news,” she told me, explaining that her Amazing and BeLoved father had crossed over. As soon as I was off of the phone, I put on a coat and went outside. Being outdoors to grieve, ground, and heal has been so helpful during this time. It took two days for me to feel comfortable driving, but as soon as I knew I could do so safely, I drove myself into the mountains, found a tree, and after asking its permission, I sat on its roots, my spine against the trunk, and sent my sadness down into the ground.

I had already planned to drive north to my mother’s house later in the week for her birthday celebration, which in true mother form (i.e. self-less, giving) she had changed to a Birthday/Welcome Home, Daughter party. Beautiful, yes? I am Blessed. She had planned for the top of the cake to read, “Full Circle Celebration” with two candles, but now will be adding an additional candle, one for our Dear Patriarch whose life on this side has come full circle, but remains with us in Loving memory and lineage. I chose to depart for mom’s a day early; an incredibly Beautiful journey along the CA coast.

Yesterday, mom and I had our own adventure, to the Sacred Redwoods. It was a Gorgeous journey through the pine tree covered mountains, Sun shining brightly. Wow! After driving for about fifteen miles through the curvy roads, we finally arrived at the redwood forest! WOW! They are so special and so very, very Magnificent! While it was a tad cold to sit and meditate, we listened to the Lovely babbling creek, and grounded in with the trees. It was a Wonderful journey, which was healing for us both. This weekend we shall share her birthday, my return, and fondly remember my Dear Grandfather with BeLoveds; a Full Circle Celebration.

Below are two grounding techniques which I use and would recommend to assist in getting focused and centered. They will help you in decreasing your stress levels, clearing your mind and make you feel better quickly.

A Simple Grounding Technique:

This can be done indoors, but having your feet against the Earth in an outdoor setting is always best.
Take a deep breathe and with the exhale send energy through your legs and feet, imagining that there are roots growing from your feet into the ground beneath you. Continue to take slow, cleansing breathes, sending the roots from your feet into the center of the Earth, wrapping the energy around the very core of Mother Earth, releasing any negative energy and grounding yourself. This need only take five to ten minutes to be very effective. Enjoy! It feels good to be centered in the now and you shall be a better, more effective you!

Bonus tip: If really stressed, you can use this technique while hugging a tree. It works!

Chakra Grounding Technique:

Once again, indoors or outdoors, have your feet flat on the floor. Take a cleansing breathe into your belly, allowing it to expand, and with the exhale imagine a cord from your root chakra into the center of Mother Earth. With each breathe watch the cord grow bigger and brighter as you ground. You can envision either a cord of white light, or you can use the corresponding color for each chakra as you move up your body. Next move to the sacral chakra, sending a cord into the center of the Earth. Continue with each of the chakras until you are at the crown chakra. Then, imagine yourself in a bubble of Golden Light. Lastly, send Light up from your crown chakra towards the Heavens. (One need not believe in any particular faith to do this, as all is energy, we are simply connecting with energy around us in a Loving, conscious way.) You are now centered and grounded!

I’m sure that you can imagine why after uprooting myself to a new area then facing grief so soon thereafter, continuous grounding would help me so much in dealing with both processes. I hope that the techniques I have shared are helpful to you as well, Dear Reader. And, if you are already using your own grounding/centering/meditation techniques, please feel free to share them!

Love and Blessings,
Antonia

The Cake

The Beautiful Womyn Gathered

It was a Gloriously Beautiful day in Los Angeles yesterday, and I was going almost nowhere in the bumper-to-bumper afternoon traffic when a thought occurred to me: life is rather like traffic, in that one must go with the flow, yet be prepared for those little windows of opportunity when they present themselves. Let’s face it, we’re not all going at the same speed, as we each have our own obstacles and blocks to get through. We’re going through Beautiful, albeit challenging, changes. Not the ‘change is the only constant’ kind of changes, but Deep, expansive changes, stemming from a desire to follow that which has heart and meaning, staying in our own truth, and also an unwillingness to accept untruths, what no longer works for us and is out of balance. How wonderful is that?

The unexamined life is not worth living.

There is another analogy that I have been using to explain this process of change. When I clean my closet, I take everything out for reassessment. While having my stuff all over the room may *look* really messy, it *is*, in fact, in a positive process of change. It’s moving in a positive, forwardly direction, despite outward appearances. It is through reassessing my ’stuff’ that I find a new awareness, and in releasing that which no longer has meaning that a vacuous space is created for that which I *do* want in my life. I believe that this is happening not just in my life, and of those I know and Love, but is actually happening on a global scale. YAY! This is a Wonderful, much-needed process, for which we should be giving thanks, as it’s going to move things into better directions and restore balance!

I can tell you this, and I have it on good authority! Everything works out! We’ve been doing such great inner work, we can Trust that we will be carried through these challenging times. I know it’s a balancing act to both be letting go of the past and moving into the unknown future simultaneously. But we are ready! Just remember to stay grounded and positive with that which is swirling around you, while preparing for those little windows of opportunity when they arise. And, they will! So, when they do, be ready to take it *if* it is what you Truly want and have been magnetizing for yourself. You’ll be tested and distracted, as that is what the Universe does once declarations have been made. “Really? You want this and this? Hmmmm, what if throw *this* enticement at you?” Don’t you find? But we shall not be distracted, because we know, deep in our hearts and being what we Truly want for ourselves. And, as the inner creates the outer, all~ways, we shall Lovingly, consciously attract our heart’s desire. In Loving Gratitude and Perfect Timing!

Love and Many Blessings,
Antonia