I am the change I wish to see in the world

Be the change you wish to see in others. Set the example. Be the leader. The things that need improvement in our lives are very obvious to us, but the ones we notice in others are even more obvious. When you notice the things in others that you would like to see changed, why not take that step to be that change and experience that change for yourself. When you take the steps to be the change you wish to see, you lead by example and then others will catch on and follow. While the change occurs in you, your energy field is changing as well and this energy emanates outward into the universe and reaches people. You can be hopeful that it reaches the people close to you, but know that you are only in control of your actions and not others. You can do your best to convince others to be a certain way, but the best way is for them to see with their own eyes, the changes you have made in your life. Be aware that people are mirroring to you the things that you see in yourself. Be grateful for your awareness of these things that you want changed around you because those are the list of things that you get to improve on of yourself. Step out of your mind and observe your life, step back into your life and be the change!

For example...
"She needs to be tidier" Be tidier, so she can see the difference between tidy and untidy.
"He needs to communicate better" Be patient and communicate with clarity, so he can see and experience the benefits of your clear communication.
"I want him to compliment me more often" Compliment him and others, so he can experience how good it feels to receive a positive comment as well as see that by complimenting others, it can bring a smile to their faces.


Once again...Step out of your mind and observe your life, step back into your life and be the change!


Om Shanti Shanti Shanti
Om Peace Peace Peace

Chakra Meditation

What is a chakra? Chakras are spinning wheels of energy in the body that start at the base of the spine and end at the crown of the head. Each chakra symbolizes something unique. The first chakra is located at base of the spine. It's called Muladhara and this red energy center represents grounding, safety, security, and survival instincts. Svadisthana is the second chakra located in the lower abdomen, sexual organs. This orange energy center symbolizes fluidity, flexibility, and going with the flow. Our energy center located at the navel is called Manipura. This third yellow chakra is all about trusting your gut instincts, confidence, and willpower. The next chakra is the fourth one located in the chest, the heart's center. This one is green and symbolizes love and compassion. Having love and compassion for yourself and others. The fifth energy center is called Visshuda and this one is blue. It's located in the throat and this one deals with creative expression through the voice and speaking your truth. Ajna is the 5th chakra located between the eyebrows. This one is purple and is also known as the third eye; our intuitive inner eye, that sees the world beyond illusions. Sahasrara is the final energy center in the crown and its colour is white. This white light symbolizes enlightenment, realization, knowing that all is one. There is a mantra (affirmation) that each chakra symbolizes. In meditation, I work from the first chakra...
I am grounded, safe, and secure.
I go with the flow of life and trust that things are always working out for me.
I trust my gut, as it always knows best.
I love myself and others and I have compassion for myself and others.
I express myself clearly, creatively, and honestly.
I see clearly and I am intuitively guided.
I am one with all.

Take this and add it to your meditation practice. This is one of my favorites because it really covers all areas of my life.

Find a comfortable seated position, spine straight to line up the energy...start to take some slow deep breaths in and out of the nose and begin...visualize the first chakra located at the base of the spine...imagine a red ruby and repeat...I am safe, secure and grounded at least 3 times. Work your way up the spine to the 7th energy center and then reverse the flow and go back down the chakras ending with the first chakra. This will allow you to come back to your grounding...the bottom three chakras are the physical energy centers that are connected to the physical world and the three above the heart are the chakras that involve a higher state of consciousness. So when you stimulate the chakras, work your way up, but you don't want to end this practice up in the clouds. You'll need to make your way back down for grounding. You can experiment with this, but I find that most people need more grounding practices, so i suggest not to experiment with this especially if you already feel that you are in lala land.

I hope this meditation practice gives you a sense of a grounding and connection to your higher self. Enjoy!!!

Don't believe everything you think

When it comes to the mind, things can get very foggy! Oneday your mind will tell you, "damn girl, you look hot!" and then the very next day it is, "you shouldn't have eaten so much yesterday, you look fat!"
What the heck is that all about? Y'know you'd think that because our minds are in our bodies that it would at least be on our side. Be the observer of your mind and don't believe everything the mind tells you. Choose to observe the mind and let the negative thoughts go.

Namaste my friends :) until next time, inhale love and exhale gratitude for where you are in this moment!

Dance

I often blog about getting in touch with the inner being, but we should really honor the external part of us just as much. I've been inside myself for the past 2 weeks and today I felt as if I was too inward. Crazy?? I know!! So let's bring about some balance then. Go to your closet, put on some sexy clothes...walk yourself infront of your mirror...put on some awesome dancing music and DANCE your heart out. Ugh...you will feel so good. No criticizing yourself, just let loose and let your spirit be free of judgement. You are alone, no one is watching you!! GO NUTS... Hahaha!! Have fun with yourself. Who said you have to find friends to go dancing with, when you can bring out your inner friend. In fact your friend is the one going nuts infront of you in the mirror. Celebrate your life because you don't know when your last moment is. Live and DANCE your heart out as if it's your last dance! YIH HA!! Go get your cow girl/boy hat!! Hahaha have fun! I know I am!!


Dance like no ones watching and sing like no ones listening...

Who cares anyways... Let loose!! Drop your ego and dance IN JOY!!

Crossroads

Where to go from here...
Look inward and write down all your desires and ideas. They must be where you can visually see them. Take a yellow sticky note pad, write them down, lay them out infront of you.
Put them in order from most desirable in this moment to least desirable in this moment.
Know that the energy put into this activity is in the process of manifestation. VERY EXCITING. And if you're afraid, observe and feel the fear and then let it go. Use this emotion to fuel you. Let it be your fire and go for it. Just so you are aware, this is following your heart. This is what it feels like to sit with yourself and to reflect on what the next steps in your life are. This is also a time for meditation, to really ground yourself and tap into you intuitive gut feelings. To make decisions with a cluttered body, mind and spirit will only create more clutter and feelings of anxiety. You are the author of your life. You can have whatever you want; just ask and be patient. Let that fear fuel the fire, so that the desire now becomes a burning desire. Woah! I can feel it as I share this with you! You are not alone my friends! Energetically connect yourself to your authentic self, that deeper part of you that surfaces more and more, screaming for a change. Listen with love!

You are not alone. Shift your consciousness to following your deepest desires and that energy will spread to everyone around you, inspiring them to do the same. Remember that the world doesn't need to change, but we do. As a whole we can change the world, but it starts within each and everyone of us!

Lots of love my friends :)

Spiritually Fed

As I spend this time away, I've allowed myself to journey inward. I've gone to a place where my truth is present. I feel free and authentic. The beauty of this is that it is all dependent upon myself and with my inner wisdom and external knowledge that I'm fed with, I arrive to this place of independence. The clarity, freedom, peace, and joy that I feel is perfect as it is. I started this journey with no expectations, but a deep trust that I was being led to the right place with the right people at the right time. I am not surprised that I am feeling grounded and fullfilled. I have chosen to be the observer of my life and when you observe and step out of the MOVIE of your life, it's much clearer from the couch. :)

I have been deeply inspired by my present teacher at Prana Yoga College, Shakti Mhi. Her blog won't leave you disappointed. Check it out!

Www.shaktimhi.com

From my heart to yours,

T

Manifestation

Manifestation begins with a thought and then its fuel is through the power of the word. When you want something, you need to take action and ask for it. Then you have to presently speak and affirm as if it already exists. Feel what it feels like and believe. Committ to doing the work because we cannot take for granted that the universe is always supplying us with what we need in every moment. Be grateful, but committ to doing the work. What work?? Maintaining positive energy to then radiate with it and share it with others creating a more beautiful world...one thought/smile/kind gesture at a time.

Career and Money
It is my birthright to live happily. I accept the new opportunities that are presented to me. With excitement and joy, I am open and receptive to a wonderful new position, using my talents and abilities, working with and for people I love, in a wonderful location and earning more then enough money. My bank account is overflowing with money. There is always more then enough money for me. The universe is always working with and for me on all my financial investments. Success flows into my life effortlessly and with ease. I am open to financial freedom.

Love
Love flows into my life with ease. I see clearly the beauty and deep love that is blossoming. I am deeply fulfilled and happy. I live in the moment, as this is the foundation to my everlasting, loving, expressive, harmonious love life.

Health
I continue to honour my body and fuel it with healthy nourishing foods. I am physically active in a safe manner to prolong the longevity of my active, healthy lifestyle. My outer and inner body work with and for me on a daily basis. I am healthy, whole, and complete.