You want to come in my life, the door is open. You want to get out of my life, the door is open. Just one request. Don’t stand at the door, you’re blocking traffic. (Author unknown)
Author Archives: Andrea
Pretend to reconcile with a mate just to get back at an ex? That’s just playing with her heart and her kids’ hearts
In July 2011, I wrote about The ladies man who presents himself as a guru and a soulmate. A few weeks ago, his current fiancee made a Facebook post that she was heartbroken and devastated that he could leave her, literally bedridden, after promising he was brought into her life to help her heal from other physical problems. I know him to be a sociopath and a narcisscist. I sent a note of support and we had a brief private conversation. She wrote “he’s been with me pretty much 24/7 for over a year, so i know he’s not been cheating.” I knew he became engaged to her within weeks of leaving his last (secret) relationship. I didn’t need to tell her that. A day later she wrote on my FB wall, “Thank you, Andrea, I grew up a little bit more today.” A day later, she said she’d done her own research, including speaking with her ex. He’d convinced her that based on my intervention, they were now back together and had me to thank for it. It would be laughable in that I expected no less from him, laughable except that this is a woman’s heart and mind and health he is playing with. A woman with small children living in the same home with her. Under no circumstances is that funny.
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You’ll know your path by the fun of it
When it stops being fun, it’s no longer your path. It’s time to find the next fun thing.
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How I Get In The Healing Vibe: Basking and Belly Breathing
A friend just finished a round of chemo and was feeling better. I said, It’s good to feel good, huh? It was cool last night so windows are open to the nature sounds. That’s always so healing for me: simply sitting, listening, feeling the air on my face, feeling how comfortable my body feels where I sit, knowing every day is a new possibility. So if I can take moments to just sit and bask in how good it feels in the moment, right now, I can make those moments last. That is what I find puts me in that receptive healing mode. It helps me to do deep circular breaths as well. I breathe in as deeply and fully as I can. I pooch my tummy out on the inhale and bring my navel to my backbone on the exhale. If I do a slow controlled exhale, the inhale will take care of itself. I raise my shoulders a little as I get to the deepest part of the inhale, to expand the lungs more. More oxygen to the cells= faster healing. It’s a really good anxiety reliever as well. This practice can accelerate your healing, getting more oxygen to your cells and clearing your mind. It sounds easy but daily breathing and meditation and appreciation can be a 12 hour a day job. If you do it right 🙂
The exercise I do to begin each day raising my vibration
As soon as I awaken in the morning, I lie there and bask in how good it feels, how comfy the bed is, how soft, how cozy. I listen to the fan and stick my leg out to feel more of it, then back in when it’s too cool. I listen to the birds waking up and smell the jasmine in bloom. I milk those first few minutes of all the delight I can squeeze out of them until I absolutely have to get up. That starts my day in a good place, always. By doing this, you will begin the day with a raised vibration. That will bring you closer to your dreams and goals.
What 3 things are pleasing you right now?
Name 3 things that are pleasing you right now. For me, the fan feels yummy on my skin, I love the smell of the nag champa incense and I can hear the crickets outside singing to me. What 3 things are pleasing you right now? By doing this exercise, you just raised your vibration. That brings you closer to your dreams and goals. You’re welcome.
The Acupuncture Meridian Organ Clock
So you find yourself waking up at the same time after you’ve gone to bed each night? What time is that? Acupuncturists use the acupuncture meridian organ clock to diagnose and to determine the optimal time for treating specific imbalances. Waking up automatically at the same time could mean your body needs to bring itself into balance in that area. This chart illustrates the flow of chi (qi or life-force energy) through the meridians during the 24 hours of the day. Continue reading
Why get irked at who uses a different word than you do?
I posted on Facebook: “I just got one of those mass solicitation emails that shows everyone’s email address. I emailed the store owner back to unsubscribe and let her know many of the addresses are wrong. Make sure she’s got your correct email address if you should be on the list.” She got angry I called it a solicitation. I meant no dishonor, I just wanted folks to know to check with her is all, since I got like 20+ back right away. A friend wrote: “I think Andrea did you a favor; it is important to guard others’ data. You might check in yourself why this felt like an accusation. Peace ….” I don’t know her response. The phrase I used is what it’s called on THIS side of the industry: mass solicitation = sending out to a bank of addresses you don’t know are current, offering your products and services.
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Things are not always what they seem
What you see as a stupid blunder actually saved you from yourself. See? Not the enemy. You’re welcome 🙂
Tarot Card of the Day: High Priestess Reversed
Meditate upon the meaning this card might have for you since it showed up at this exact moment. Not everyone saw this. Not everyone attracted this message onto their monitor. YOU DID. There are no mistakes.
MEANING: It can be more difficult for you to see and/or to tap into the powerful, intuitive, and attractive energy that is flowing. The energy is there. Look for it. Allow yourself to feel it. You may be finding it difficult to “hear” what your intuition is telling you. If so, it’s a clear signal to quiet down, spend some time in meditation, and spend some time alone. Try different approaches, including journaling, yoga or walking meditations. The info you seek is there. Trust yourself and your instincts. Continue reading