Value and Respect for All

As we were beginning to explore our contributions to International Women’s Day, it took only a moment to tune into the topic that was calling to our hearts, and it is relevant to everyone – not just women.  

 

Have you sensed a general call for help, upliftment, and support, and a desire to be heard?  We are recognizing an uprising and awakening of our inner power and self-value and an inner calling to bring about right action, equality, and respect for every living thing. 

 

The ways in which we express ourselves vary from individual to individual, and as humans, our emotions give rise to actions that match our current state of mind, our attitude, and our intentions.  It is of vital importance to flow through every challenge and hardship with gentleness and compassion for ourselves ~ and others ~ as we seek to resolve conflict and release uneasiness around us or within us. 

 

Life in the world today can be especially difficult for those who are without the support of a calm, nourishing, safe, and supportive environment.  In those situations, it is an added responsibility of resilient ones to be aware and offer assistance to those who feel hopeless or are in despair.

 

We can recognize opportunities to lend a hand, offer encouragement, share inspiration, and empower others to see the true beauty that life offers.  In this way, we embody the virtues we wish to see displayed in the world around us. 

 

As we become aware of suffering or see opportunities for growth, we are empowered to recognize our inherent value within and our right to live in a state of grace and ongoing expansion of mind, body, and soul.

 

We can remind those in states of hopelessness that life is a gift, and there is always an opportunity to access that endless hope and guidance within, which enables us to courageously persevere through any challenge.     

 

We can also take this opportunity to look within ourselves and assess what desired outcomes drive our actions and motivations. Do we have a potential to take a more expanded approach to our thinking and decision-making process? What drives you?

 

Is it a desire to be heard and valued for your input and contributions?

Is it a desire to contribute effectively to a cooperative team as part of a project that benefits humanity?

Is it a desire to be the best person you can be in each moment?

Is it a desire to make the best decisions you can based on all of the information you have, which enables you to bring about the highest good for all?

 

Be aware of what enters your mind each moment as you make multitudes of decisions each day. Pause for a moment and contemplate the following:  

 

“Is this the thought, action, or decision I can think, make, or take right now to help me grow as a person, to benefit and honor others, and to recognize the value I hold within myself, as well as honor the value that others hold within themselves?"

 

"Am I setting a proper example of kind and compassionate action?"

 

"Am I ready to be held accountable for my actions?”  

As more and more of us attune to this model of refined, responsible thinking and we begin to take more actions driven by love, respect, and compassion, we realize that we are all here to responsibly learn together. We can recognize our inner power, and we can call upon this source to help us (and others) make decisions aligned to the greater good to be guided by our moral compass. 

 

Difficulties arise to challenge us and enable us to grow, mature, and enhance our resilience. As we learn what assists us to maintain a focus on positivity and hope, we can share that wisdom with others.  

 

When we love, honor, and respect ourselves, we are then better able to love, honor, and respect those around us – no matter the situation.

 

There’s no better time to claim and embody your inner power, compassion, uniqueness, and wisdom. As you do so, you will automatically impact others in a positive way, and they will, in turn, model your behavior.

 

Are you ready to be a role model? 

 

Our civilization has taught us to assess ourselves and others based upon pre-determined norms. As we shift from competition to collaboration, we celebrate the gifts we are all here to share, and we honor the uniqueness of each person. 

 

Let’s gather together and set new standards for self-value, excellence, citizenship, empowerment, self-love, joy, honor, forgiveness, reverence, happiness, vitality, compassion, and zeal!

Want to explore this topic further?  We invite you to join us for our Values in Bloom event in honor of International Women's Day where we will explore self-value in depth.  We are accepting submissions for essays, videos, audio recordings, etc. as you share what self-value means to you. See you there!  

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(You also have the option to join us en Espanol).

You Saved a Soul

Each Monday evening in a beautiful and little known location, a kind, compassionate, and dedicated group of people gather together.

 

Among a peaceful and beautiful setting, complete with the dancing and glistening of lit candles throughout the space, as well as many tributes to spiritual mentors, such as Mother Mary, the Archangels, and many other representations of Holy guidance, a deep sense of peace permeates the area.

 

All cares, worries, and doubts are set aside as all participants, volunteers, friends, and family members enter a deep sea of calm.

 

Intentions are aligned as the participants offer kindness, forgiveness, love, and compassion to every soul in the world and to Mother Earth.

 

An additional offering of comfort is available to those willing to receive an optimization of the energetic centers of the body. Stress, emotional hardship, injury, disease, and the trials of daily life can hinder our natural connection to the flow of Divine light.  Tailored assistance provides relief and facilitates the return to a healthy mind, body, and spirit.

 

Many times, the participants receive such a relief that they return on a regular basis to continue to strengthen their mental, emotional, and physical bodies.  Often, life transformations happen before our very eyes. It seems that as people are ready to facilitate a major shift in their life, they seek a catalyst that can assist in that process.  Many find their way to this type of encouragement, healing, and support.  

 

Those of us who return each Monday in service to the community might not always be aware of the impact that we could potentially have on the lives of others. We just proceed with a kind, loving, and compassionate heart in hopes that we can assist others in some small way.

 

Every now and then, we receive beautiful confirmations that our volunteer work is important, appreciated, and beneficial to many. 

 

Such an experience came into my awareness recently as one of our frequent attendees, who had undergone a major transformation, returned to share some updates. Lots of opportunities were arriving in their life, and they were sharing the news with a whole new level of optimism and zest for life.

 

We giggled about my suggestion for them to make time for fun activities that bring joy, such as getting a brand new set of crayons and a flashy new coloring book to occupy the mind with creative focus. It seems to have worked!

 

They also shared how much they appreciated our support, encouragement, and gift of healing. We just stated that we are most grateful to be instruments for the guidance, healing, and comfort that are freely available from the Universe.  

 

They then stated without reservation, “You saved a soul.”

   

I was taken aback.  I knew that the sessions had been helpful to offer comfort.  I knew that a shift was taking place in their personal sense of worth.  I knew that they were feeling better equipped to manage their anxiety. I just had not realized the severity of their lack of enthusiasm for life.    

 

In moments like this, I feel a deep welling within my soul to grieve for those in such pain and sorrow. However, this emotion is quickly overcome by the feeling of excitement, possibility, and reverence for the magnificent power of love, compassion, kindness, and joy, that can still reach deep within a person’s soul, tap them on shoulder, and remind them,

 

“You are never alone. You are loved and cherished. Your life matters!”

 

I just wish to offer gratitude for all of the events that have transpired in my life to bring me to this point of being in service to those in need.  The rewards are immeasurable.  I also wish to thank each of you for being the kind, supportive, and compassionate person that you are. 

 

You just never know when your smile, your compliment, your assistance, or your words of encouragement might just end up saving a soul.

 

Take a moment to think of the ways in which you can positively impact someone’s life today. It could mean much more to them than meets the eye.

 

This blog post is dedicated to my beautiful family of volunteers (and ALL of those in the world who are involved in such activities) who have decided to support others as an offering of love. You are appreciated! I invite you to leave a comment, a reflection, or even a quick description of how you might uplift others ~ knowingly or unknowingly. J

The beautiful glowing guardian at the entrance of our special space.

 

 

If you enjoy the information shared here or you have questions to ask or topics which you would like to discuss, please do not hesitate to contact me.  Please feel welcome to join my email list and stay updated on upcoming events and discussions. Thank you for sharing your valuable time with me and come see me at www.letearthrise.com! :)

GODDESS RISING

Just as the waves, frequencies, and energies of potential flow into this current time-space position in the new year, the collective feminine energy senses a new carrier wave of empowerment and creative possibility. 

What could be so novel about this breath of courage and balance that flows into our beingness? We reach into the ethers and easily grasp a new idea, a new endeavor, a new voice, a new support system, a new sense of personal strength – but the real source wells up from within our very selves, our souls, as a fountain of eternal creativity, renewal, and expansion.

She has laid dormant, calmly allowing and observing the evolution of humanity as it swayed with continual shifts in collective agreements and attitudes of indifference, subservience, cultural exploration/exploitation, conflict, and control. However, the time for active awareness, re-alignment, reclamation, respect, and resolution is nigh.

She has the support of her inner and outer universe now as she awakens and claims her ability to create (and co-create with fellow rising goddesses) a beautiful existence flowing with new ideals for compassion, love, joy, harmony, and acceptance perfectly balanced with power and wisdom.  She heralds in the new paradigm of personal recognition and power of intention as these set the stage for new creation.  

She joins with fellow goddesses to rise above the chaos and distraction to resolve, reclaim, and re-create the world to shine in its beautiful magnificence as it was originally intended.  Let us dance to the new voice of creation together!

 

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My friend Kati Kelo has just launched a beautiful and empowering publication, Magical Goddess.

 

She has so graciously invited contributors to share articles in this beautifully co-created sharing of love, wisdom, and insight. I was honored to contribute, along with many other lovely souls, to her inaugural issue.**     

Check Out Issue #1!

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If you enjoy the information shared here or you have questions to ask or topics which you would like to discuss, please do not hesitate to contact me (love@letearthrise.com).  Please feel welcome to join my email list and stay updated on upcoming events and discussions. Thank you for sharing your valuable time with me! :) Come see me at www.letearthrise.com.

Passion for Compassion

The dictionary definition of compassion is, “the sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it.”  It is the understanding or empathy for the suffering of others. Compassion is the emotion that we feel in response to the suffering of others that motivates a desire to help.

The Dalai Lama has said, "If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.”

In my own growth and learning process, I have been fortunate to have the opportunity to connect to some wonderful individuals who, in fact, teach the importance, components, and behavioral aspects and practices of compassion.

To observe the powerful ability of compassion, practice seeing everyone as a reflection of yourself.  You only want the best for yourself and others, so you will interact with others in a way that you wish for others to interact with you. 

If someone is in need of comfort, you are there to offer it, and vice versa.  If you see yourself as a constant source of support, love, and comfort (no matter what is occurring in your life), you are well on your way to living a life filled with compassion. 

Once that part is mastered, the practice of compassion can also be extended to those who you would otherwise turn away, such as anyone you consider an adversary, someone for whom you lack respect (or vice versa), someone who disregards you, or someone who does not show compassion towards you.

Compassion is a powerful energy that can be applied to any situation, and your unconditional love (especially when coupled with continual acts of forgiveness) enables you to care for others – regardless of the situation or interaction. When you do this, you are a model for others to extend their offerings of compassion – all without judgment for anyone or anything. Honor all individuals as you would honor your family, friends, children, and yourself.
 

The same basic truth remains unchanged: We are all here to learn and support each other as we grow, face challenges, and celebrate successes. – together. No need to carry around or hand over unnecessary baggage to others!             

Learn more about the influence of compassion through the passage of time.

 

~ If I show compassion for you, then you show compassion for me. ~

*Until next time, bathe yourself and others in compassion, forgiveness, and unending love. These are some of the greatest gifts that you can offer.*

For more insight, feel free to visit my website, http://www.letearthrise.com.  Let me know if you have interest in any similar topics, and I am pleased to offer information, opinion, guidance, or assistance. I welcome all ideas and feedback!  Thank you for sharing your valuable time with me.

A T O M (A Time of Miracles)

Looking upon the vastness below, I see endless bright, shining lights emanating across the planet / galaxy /universe. 

Akin to a stream of beautiful Christmas lights or a network of intricately placed flashes of brilliance, they shimmer brightly and signify the magnificent light of LOVE, PEACE, and RADIANCE.  

Glimpses of the perfection of the universe flash before my eyes.  A following vision displayed a very clear and brilliant “A T O M” spelled out in front of the vastness of the surrounding stars.     

I shared these lovely images with a dear friend of mine, and as I shared my experience with her, she received a message from her higher guidance.  They whispered into her ear, “It’s a Time of Miracles.”  So that’s what ATOM represents!

I couldn’t agree more……

The Times they are a Changing

First of all, I want to thank you for visiting my personal blog!  In the past, I have been reluctant to share my personal experiences, trials, and tribulations with everyone, as well as wisdom gained, so this is a pretty big step for me.  I have been through an interesting couple of years, and I am being guided to share these experiences with you.  As we enter more exciting and trying times, I want to help guide and educate you on how to effectively navigate the upcoming changes.   I have been through a bit of a crash-course in preparation to help lead the way for others – so here goes! 

  

Change is in the air, and I am here to provide inspiration to you and encourage you to take some time to unplug and do some quiet contemplation as we collectively choose to affect positive change in ourselves and in those around us.  I’ll be providing you with glimpses into my personal journey.  I have LOTS to share and some of it is pretty extraordinary!  We’re talking about life-altering experiences similar to those mentioned in near-death experiences (NDEs).  I hope to guide you in the uncovering of truth and the revealing of your true self.  You have a special opportunity to ride the waves of change in this special time, and you can choose the high road or the low road.  I suggest the high road (this is where you can connect to a higher source), and I’ll provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to reach it.  No time is better than the present to introduce positive change and reclaim your power.  Together, we can collectively lead our futures (and humanity) along a peaceful path as there is no room for fear.

Thanks for listening and you are welcome to subscribe to my blog if you wish to come along with me on this journey!  Leave a comment if you like and let me know you are ready to change for the better - or just say hello.  I envision this to be an interactive blog, and I am happy to explore your topics of interest and further clarify subject matter as you encounter the need to ask questions (I am sure you will!)  I intend to walk you through a chronological timeline of my experiences, and I intend to throw in any new information that I receive along the way.  I’ll also provide additional resources for you to continue with your own learning and exploration, as well as random thoughts/ponderings you might find interesting.

Until next time, have a beautiful, blessed day!