Fake It Till You Feel It

Or in other words "Act the way I want to feel". There are studies out there that show even an artificially induced smile brings about happier emotions. Another way to think about it is that to change our feelings, we should change our actions.

 "Although we presume that we act because of the way we feel, in fact we often feel because of the way we act" Gretchen Rubin.

I have used this so much in my life and it works...truly works. Example: When you work in retail you have to have a happy disposition at all times even when the last customer took out his or her frustrations on you for no other reason then they are having a bad day. Now you could choose to let this get to you and take it out on your next customer or you can just put a smile on your face even though you may be streaming inside and carry on. After awhile of having a smile on your face and treating people the way you wish to be treated and before you know it you are back in a good mood.

 It works!

Wisdom Of The Soul

No one can ruin your day without your permission. 

Most people will be about as happy as they decide to be. 

Others can stop you temporarily but only you can do it permanently. 

Whatever you are willing to put up with is exactly what you will have. 

Success stops when you do. 

When your ship comes in make sure you are willing to unload it. 

You will never "have it all together". 

Life is a journey not a destination, enjoy the trip. 

The biggest lie on the planet "when I get what I want I will be happy". 

The best way to escape your problem is to solve it. 

I have learned that ultimately takers lose and winners give. 

Life's precious moments don't have value unless they are shared. 

If you don't start it is certain it won't come. 

We often fear the things we want the most. 

Yesterday was the deadline for all complaints. 

Look for opportunities not guarantees. 

Life is what is coming not what was. 

Success is getting up one more time. 

Now is the most interesting time of all.

When things go wrong don't go with them. 

Sometimes the majority only means that all the fools are on one.

A person who ask a questions might be a fool for five minutes but someone who doesn't ask is a fool forever.

A friend is like a four leaf clover, hard to find and lucky to have. 

I don't have to attend every argument I am invited too. 

Are eyes are placed in the front to look ahead and not behind.

Beautiful Quote From a Beautiful Women

I've come to the conclusion that embracing a new year is like catching a wave...I can let it crash over me and feel like I'm drowning, or ride it and own it...and see the challenges as stepping stones to my dreams.

Caroline Elizabeth
Sydney, Australia
January 2013

A high school classmate and friend wrote this. It so resonated with me, I asked her if I could use it and she graciously has allowed me. Thank you Caroline!

ABC's of Self Love

The next time you are feeling judgmental toward yourself, try using the ABC of self-love:

A = Awareness.  Become aware of any negative feelings you’re having toward yourself.
B = Be with the feeling.  Allow the experience to be there without trying to change it.
C = Compassion. Bring the same kindness and compassion to yourself for having this feeling as you would bring to a dear friend.

I recently found the above and thought it was great. After all we are always harder on ourself than we should be. When I start to feel judgmental toward myself I am going to think of my ABC's

Unleasing My Inner Goddess

Crown Chakra: "Sahasrara"Location: Top of the head
Color: Violet
Element: Boundlessness
Meditation: I understand
Affirmations: My soul is boundless and infinite
Related to: Spiritual illumination, the bless state
Key words: Spiritual enlightment, dynamic thought, energy, inspiration, all knowing, meditative.
Essential oils: Frankincense  
Stone: Amethyst 

Third Eye Chakra: "Ajna"

Location: Above and between eyebrows
Color: Indigo
Element: Pure Essence
Meditation: I See
Affirmation: I follow my inner guidance, my vision is perfectly ordered and illuminated by love
Related to: Intuition and wisdom
Key words: Light, thought,intellect, balance, perception.
Essential oils: Frankincense, sandalwood 
Stone: Lapis

Throat Chakra: "Visuddha"

Location: Sky Blue
Element: Ether
Meditation: I speak
Affirmation: I communicate honestly and directly, I lovingly speak my truth and use my words to create beauty in the world
Related to: Communication, self-expression and truth
Key words: Vibrations, communication,self expression, tranquility. 
Essential oils: Believe, valor
Stone: Blue lace agate

Heart Chakra: "Anahata"

Location: Center of chest
Color: Green
Element: Air
Meditation: I Love
Affirmations: My heart is open and flows freely with love for others
and myself, I am open to giving and receiving love
Related to: Unconditional love, self healing, and joy
Key words: Harmony, joy, forgiveness, hope, openness, compassion.
Essential oils: Joy
Stone: Rose Quartz 

Solar Plexus Charka: "Manipura"

Location: Between navel and base of sternum
Color: Yellow
Element: Fire
Meditation: I do
Affirmations: I move toward my goals smoothly and enjoyably, I fully
step into my power and use it in service of love and light
Related to: Power, will and action
Key words: Ambition,  desire, happiness, energy, self esteem, freedom
Essential oils: Harmony,acceptance, en-r-gee
Stone: Tiger eye

Sacrel Chakra: "Svadhisthana"

Location: 3-4 inches below solar plexus
Color: Orange
Element: Water
Meditation: I feel
Affirmations: I am open to the world and flow easily with changes in my life, all of my thoughts and emotions flow harmoniously and my desires are perfectly balanced
Related to: Creativity, sexuality and relationships
Key words:  Alertness, creativity, desire, self worth, intuition.
Essential oils: Peace and calming, transformation, harmony..
Stone: Moonstone

Root Chakra: "Muladhara"

Location: Base of spine
Color: Red
Element: Earth
Meditation: I am
Affirmations: I stand firmly in my life in a loving and imaginative way, I know that I am protected and that all my needs are met abundantly
Related to: Stability, survival and basic needs
Key words: Courage, security, grounding, stability, manifestation. 
Essential oils: Valor, grounding, abundance
Stones: Hematite

For the last few months I have been studying the Chakra and meditation and the more I learn and practice these ancient techniques the more I fall in love with the sense of well being this practice brings to me.


Meditation, brings me more peace, relaxation, calm and focus to my life.