Hello Blooming Soul,

Last week, I lost another love of my life — my dog, Brandi. I considered writing the Weekly Bloom, but honestly, I wasn’t in the mood. My head wasn’t in the right space. Many memories and feelings arose within me, and my energy shifted a bit as I relived those moments. I needed time to sit with them.

Although my dog hadn’t lived with me for the past few years, she had been with my ex-boyfriend and was still our child. It was heartbreaking to receive the news; almost eleven years of stories, adventures, and so much love.

Grief has a way of reminding us how deeply we have loved.

As I shared my loss with others, I found out that a few people in my world had also unexpectedly lost someone in theirs. Hearing this reminded me of how quickly we can lose a loved one — a pet, a friend, a coworker, family — at any moment.

Have you ever noticed how loss can soften the way we see the people around us?

It also made me aware of how many people might be walking through life grieving without anyone knowing. If I hadn’t shared my loss, would they have shared theirs?

While grieving, it can be healthy to talk about our loss. It can help the healing process and lighten our hearts a little. Being able to share how we loved, the good memories we carry, and even what we wish we could have done differently — it all helps us move through the motions and release emotion.

Rooted Reflections

One thing I have reflected on this past week is how much love and support I have in my life. I am so grateful for the people in my world and the amount of compassion and care they embody. The hugs, the “I’m sorry”s, the understanding. Even the unspoken words and light touches that say, “You’re not alone. I see you”.

In times like this, we realize how love continues to move through our lives — through the people who hold us, the memories that stay with us, and even the animals who leave paw prints on our hearts.

I couldn’t ask for more amazing humans (and animals) in my life, and not just in the moments of losing a loved one.

A Sacred Message

The Knight of Cups

The Knight of Cups is a charismatic card. It represents the classic romantic; wearing your heart on your sleeve and showing your passionate soul.

As an archetype, it is someone who loves the idea of love — someone who is not afraid to show you how they feel through their actions. They are in touch with their emotions and will go after what they desire. A knight in shining armour.

As an energy or characteristic, it can signal a time to express yourself freely (as I did about the loss of my dog). It could be time to tap into your intuition and creativity. Have you been thinking about taking an art class? Just do it. Have you been wanting to tell someone how you truly feel? Now might be the time.

It could signal the start of a love affair or a coming romance.

The Knight of Cups demonstrates empathy and love. It could also represent a time of gushing emotions or feeling as though you are drowning in your own feelings.

If you’re resonating with any of these messages, sit with yourself for a moment. Place a hand on your heart and tune in to what it is saying.

What does your heart need right now?

Moon Moments

Today, we had a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse. This Full Moon Eclipse is on March 3rd (third month and third day), reached its peak at 3:33 A.M. PST, and was at 12 degrees (1+2=3) in Virgo. That’s a whole lot of threes!

The number 3 symbolizes connection, unity, friendships, mental balance, beginnings, communication, and celebrations. It is the number of increased joy or opportunity.

A Full Moon is a time of completion and the coming of fruition of what was planted with intention at the New Moon.

With this eclipse landing on the Pisces-Virgo axis, it is asking us to reflect and uncover what we might need to balance within our spirituality, dreams, and indulgences (Pisces) and our day-to-day lives, routines, and physical health (Virgo).

We might experience some abrupt endings around these topics (Virgo also rules pets, so thinking about my loss of Brandi resonates at this time) as well as new beginnings.

The eclipse is asking us to reflect on how we might balance our spiritual health with our physical health. How can we dream while remaining grounded? What daily habits can we create to manifest our visions? What emotions within ourselves are being illuminated so that we can become more aware?

It’s a good time to consider your relationships — with your mind, body, soul, partners, loved ones, home, pets — and notice where balance and harmony are needed.

Cosmic Insights

We’re also experiencing a Mercury retrograde (in Pisces) that started on February 25th and will last until March 20th.

Mercury rules communication, intellect and thinking, technology, short-term travel, logistics, and contracts or plans. So when it’s in retrograde, it’s a time to slow down and “re-” everything!

This could include reviewing, reassessing, reevaluating, redoing, revisiting, or reconsidering…you get the gist!

It can lead to confusion, misunderstandings, delays, technology hiccups, travel issues, and things feeling out of order. It could also lead to rekindling connections, recreating projects, or remembering information…such as memories or feelings.

Seems to be a theme this week, eh?

In the sign of Pisces, which rules dreams, illusions, intuition, emotions, and spirituality, we might feel the need to revisit feelings or relationships, reflect on what is going on inside of us and our connection to Spirit, or re-envision our plans.

During a Mercury retrograde, it might not be the best time to commit to travel plans, sign contracts, make impulsive decisions, or start big projects. It’s better to slow down, rethink and reevaluate through journaling, meditation, revising, or even reconnecting with old friends or inspirations.

This could be a beautiful time for deeper healing, connecting to your mystical side, or emotional release.

Allow it to flow through you and tune into your intuition.

What’s Nurturing My Soul Right Now…

Waking up with the sunrise.

And on the mornings when I have to wake up before the sun peeks above the hedges, I now have an alarm clock that imitates the sunrise.

I was getting really irritated with the beep-beep-beep of my phone alarm, hitting snooze a million times, only to wake up again and again to the same annoying sound.

I had had enough.

Every morning, I woke up feeling groggy, sleepy, and annoyed at the way I was starting my day.

When I found an alarm clock that would wake me up with “sunlight” and singing birds, I instantly bought it.

Now I wake up peacefully. The bright light fills my bedroom, my eyes slowly open, I stretch out my limbs, and gently get out of bed.

This is the one I bought and highly recommend ⟶ Dreamegg Sunrise Alarm Clock.

Now whether it’s winter, spring, summer, or fall, I can wake up with a sunrise.

A Parting Piece

A little quote to leave you with…

May you take gentle care of your heart this week and enjoy quiet moments of reflection, love, and presence. If this letter resonated with you, feel free to share it with someone you know who might need it this week.

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Keep blooming — xoxo.

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Today marks the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse — a year that sparks momentum, willpower, courage, and creativity.

Historically, Fire Horse years are known for significant shifts: individually, socially, and collectively. They carry a “run towards your dreams” energy, propelling you forward, connecting you with the right people, and placing you in the right places at the right time.

Visions you’ve been quietly imagining may begin to manifest. You may feel the urge to act on them, or they may seem to “catch fire” on their own, unfolding naturally and in ways that make you wonder if you’re ready.

Embrace it. Let it fuel you.

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This is also a Universal Year 1 (2+0+2+6=1), which marks the beginning of a new nine-year cycle. It brings energy of new beginnings, leadership, independence, and initiation.

Combined with the Fire Horse, this is not a year of maintenance; it is a year of becoming — of stepping into the version of yourself you have long envisioned.

These energies support us in moving forward with our hopes and dreams.

And to amplify it even more, we experience a New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aquarius. This is an annular solar eclipse, meaning the Moon doesn’t completely cover the Sun, allowing a bright glowing ring to shine from behind it: a “Ring of Fire”.

Aquarius is future-oriented, innovative, and unconventional. It is also an air sign, and air fuels fire. Solar eclipses act as reset points, pivoting our lives and launching us into new chapters.

We may experience shifts around identity — how we are seen, how we see ourselves, and the communities or groups we feel drawn toward. We may feel called to break free from overstepping authorities or outdated structures and experiment with new ways of collaborating or creating.

We have finally shed the Year of the Snake — a year of endings, completions, and releasing what no longer felt aligned, which also resonated with the Universal energy of a 9-year. It asked us and allowed us to let go of what was holding us back from renewal.

Now the shedding is complete. We may enter this year with a fresh perspective and renewed energy to move forward.

What does Fire symbolize?

The element of fire represents passion, warmth, vitality, action, speed, creativity, and charisma. It is yang or masculine in nature — expressive, outward, and active. It corresponds to willpower, confidence, authority, and motivation.

When in balance, fire warms, illuminates, and inspires.

In excess, it can burn uncontrollably — showing up as anger, destruction, impulsiveness, scattered energy, burnout, defensiveness, or unnecessary conflict.

Fire is powerful and can carry us forward, but only with direction and intention.

The Symbolism of the Horse

Horses represent movement, endurance, awareness, and freedom. They symbolize heart-led communication, loyalty within community, and the courage to travel into unknown territory.

They move in herds — with their soul family — and yet remain independent in their unique way.

Spiritually, the horse has been known as a bridge between worlds, connecting the spiritual with the physical. These majestic beings represent spiritual quests, personal power, instinct, and sovereignty.

They do not like confinement; they like space to move. When frightened, they run. They can be impulsive or restless when their energy is scattered and not grounded.

Horses are known for the power of the heart — reminding us of love, magic, and the invisible connections between souls. They represent devotion, discipline, and courage.

The deeper question they invite us to ask is:

Are we running away from something…or toward something?

Vision Becomes Action

There is so much fire and air energy igniting this year that will blend vision with movement.

It may be a year of personal initiation, asking us for disciplined devotion to what we dream of creating.

This year may feel fast and intense as we are asked to shift from one identity into another, consciously recreating ourselves now that old layers have been shed.

This initiation may unfold on a personal level, but also collectively. Systems may shift. Structures may evolve. New ways of collaborating and building may emerge.

What are you ready to initiate and welcome this year?

Embrace the fire, but tend to it carefully. Focus on what lies ahead. Take grounded, intentional action. Avoid scattering your energy or burning yourself out.

The fire is here to ignite you and carry you forward, but you must choose the direction and trust the flow.

Happy New Lunar Year! ✨

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Originally, I shared this inspiring experience as a short note, but after sitting with it all day, I felt it needed more space. It is a story about being seen, and rather than remaining a small note, I wanted to give it its own home. As I reflected on it, I realized this message speaks not only to children, but to all of us.

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The story…

This past weekend, I met up with an old friend of mine and his six-and-a-half-year-old son. John and I had been in a relationship over ten years ago, for a short while, and yet when that ended, we chose to stay in touch as friends ever since. I was visiting the mainland for my birthday and needed some work done on my Jeep, so he offered to help me out and got me a great deal on new tires.

We met at the nearest Tim Hortons to the shop. I bought us all drinks and Timbits. I hadn’t seen his son, J, since he was three years old, and boy had he grown into a little man!

Without getting into too much detail on our visit together, there were a few moments where John left me alone with his son while he dealt with phone calls and the tire guy.

Naturally, I sparked up conversation with the little guy so I could get to know him, and so the moments with just the two of us wouldn’t feel awkward for him. He told me all about his interests and hobbies, and even how he felt about his mom and dad not being together anymore. He sure could talk as much as his father could!

We all enjoyed catching up, and once my Jeep was ready to go, I said thank you, goodbye, and drove off. As I was driving back to my mum’s house, I kept thinking about how polite, well-behaved, and “cool” J was, and what a great job John was doing raising a little human being. A man.

John texted me later that day, saying how well I did with J. Then he shared a conversation they had on the drive home:

J: “Hey Dad, that girl Jessica?”

John: “Yes?”

J: “Well, I was thinking…she’s kinda nice, hey?”

John: “Hahaha, yes bub, very nice. Why do you think that?”

J: “Because she asked about me and talks to me like I’m normal, not like a baby kid. Like she looks me in the eyes Dad, and talks to me! People are always telling me what to do or where to go, and they are not even looking at me!!”

John turned around with a big smile and said…

John: “Well, that’s wonderful to hear. I’m glad you had a nice visit.”

J: “Yeah, dude, you should tell her she can come over later and finish those Timbits with me. I’ll put them away now and save them for her!”

This pulled on my heartstrings and made me tear up! I seriously started crying. The fact that this kiddo could be so aware — so in tune and emotionally present — amazed me. And the thing is, I was looking into his eyes, into his soul.

Many adults treat young children like babies when they are already far more aware than we give them credit for. When we meet children with respect and presence, we help nurture wise and emotionally mature humans. This was a little man before me, not a baby, and so I treated him as such. He felt that. He recognized that.

Moments like this remind me of how deeply all of us need presence and emotional connection — not just children. We all want to feel seen and heard. We want to be met with true awareness and be treated with respect.

Eye contact matters. A calm tone matters. Being spoken to, rather than spoken at, matters; whether you’re six years old or sixty years old. When someone is met with a grounded, peaceful presence, their nervous system softens. Their body feels safer. They grow more connected. We grow more connected.

We live in a world that moves so fast, where people are rushed, distracted, stressed, and all too often on their phones or devices and not paying attention to what or who is in front of them. That lack of presence and attention creates a disconnection from each other and ourselves.

That day, I wasn’t doing anything special. I was simply being present. And yet, somehow, being present became special to him.

Sometimes, being seen is a small gesture that creates a big impact.

🤍 What happens when you slow down, make eye contact, and truly pay attention to someone?

🤍 When could you put your electronic devices down and spend more time with the people you love?

🤍 Who in your life would appreciate a little more of your presence?

This was a message I felt called to share.

Have a wonderful week, friends! ♥️✨

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Today, we have a Full Moon in Leo.

A Full Moon shines a light on the subconscious — illuminating what we may have been avoiding or overlooking — especially within our emotions, intuition, dreams, and inner world.

On a Full Moon, we reach a climax, a turning point in some area of our lives. With it being in the sign of Leo (self-expression, playfulness, passion, and purpose), we are being invited to express ourselves fully and live authentically; to shape our identity by releasing fear. When we stop worrying about whether we’ll fit in with what is expected or “the norm”, we can be loyal to who we truly are and honour the path we know feels right. It’s time to set your stage and shine!

It is also a reminder that we are the creators of our lives. Most of our creativity comes from what we are passionate about, what we feel is our purpose, and how we enjoy playing and having fun. This is the time to get in touch with your inner child, follow your heart, and create your kingdom.

Along with the Full Moon today, I have pulled three Tarot cards for the energy around this moon phase and the week ahead. Funny enough, we received two lion images in the spread. Some things you just can’t make up, haha!

These cards tie in beautifully with the energy of the Full Moon in Leo and the Aquarius season that we’re currently in.

✨ The Three-Card Spread…

What Has Unfolded: Strength

The Strength card in the past position reflects a period where you have tapped into your inner strength to overcome obstacles or fears that once held you back from your true path. You may have taken a greater responsibility for your life or created boundaries that are helping you master a part of yourself. Perhaps you’ve recognized where more discipline was needed, or you’ve found the courage to gently tame a part of your wild nature in order to move forward.

Present Moment: The King of Wands

The King of Wands is telling you that you have the ambition, courage, and motivation now to take on a creative project, new position, or leadership role. This may involve something you are passionate about or have been striving toward, especially in your work and career. Let this fiery energy fuel you and drive you forward.

Future Potential: The Queen of Swords

The Queen of Swords speaks to accomplishment and success, particularly in the realms of intellect, knowledge, and learning. This new career path, passion, or creative project could position you as a leader or authority in that area. There is fertile energy surrounding your thoughts and ideas — and when paired with the bold action of the King of Wands, they can be manifested into your reality swiftly.

I find this reading fascinating, as we are moving out of an Earth and Water theme in this world and into an Air and Fire theme. We are no longer in a time of sitting and waiting; we are moving into a time of movement, expression, and inspired action. The Strength card is governed by Fire, the King of Wands is a double Fire energy, and the Queen of Swords is Air.

And not only did we receive the Strength card — representing inner power and courage — but we also pulled two Court Cards (King and Queen), which speak to authority, leadership, and sovereignty. Power. There is a lot of opportunity now to put our ideas into action and become accomplished and successful in our endeavours. It’s time to claim authority over our identities and lead with confidence.

“Follow your heart and create your kingdom”, is the message I am getting from this Full Moon in Leo and the Tarot spread. When we gain the strength and courage to release what no longer serves us — especially fear — we step into our personal power. This initiation can motivate us to take the lead in our projects or careers, leading to success and accomplishment.

✨ Where are you being asked to lead rather than follow?

✨ What would it look like to create your kingdom without fear or judgment?

✨ What part of you is ready to step onto the stage?

✨ Who are you when you let go of fear and embrace your self-worth?

Namaste.

Jessica Rose

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The other night, I was meditating and doing energy work at home.

Sitting on my yoga mat, focused on my breath, I felt information flowing through me — quiet guidance, steady and clear. Smiling at these insights, I wrote down a few spiritual goals as they came through me, and I felt a deep knowing: this next chapter asks for my devotion. It asks for my discipline, and a more intentional relationship with my yoga practice and connection to myself as I move into the new year.

A moment later, I looked up and noticed a strange light orb floating into my kitchen.

What was that? I wondered.

Suddenly, an image — and a feeling — of a black dragon filled the room. Its presence was strong, grounding, and powerful. I could sense its energy all around me.

I have a dragon oracle deck, and intuitively, I knew I needed to pull a card. I even laughed to myself, thinking, Watch it be a black dragon. 😉😏

I got up from my mat, walked over to my oracle shelf, and opened the box. Before I shuffled, I checked the bottom card - something I don’t always do.

No way.

A black dragon.

I had the feeling I was going to pull a black dragon, but I didn’t even have to shuffle for this one! I laughed out loud.

I always find these moments a little humorous. A synchronicity. A sign. A wink from the universe. And no matter how many times they happen, they still feel like magic.

The message of the black dragon — especially the black dragon of Saturn — is about focus, spiritual discipline, and commitment to a long-term vision.

Exactly what I had been feeling on my mat, and exactly the energy I sense for myself in 2026. ✨

What are you sensing for 2026? Let me know in the comments below.

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Happy New Numerical Year, everyone 🤍 May 2026 bring you what you need most to bloom into your highest self.

Sending lots of love and light. ♥️✨

Jessica Rose.

Today, we step into the Autumn Equinox — a season of release, balance, and the journey inward.

Twice each year, the Earth pauses in perfect harmony — equal parts day and night, light and dark. This sacred turning point shifts us from the outward energy of summer into the slowing rhythm of fall, preparing us for the deep journey inward that winter’s rest brings.

Now is the time to reflect on the harvest of our year — the lessons we’ve learned, the growth we’ve experienced, and the energy we’re ready to release or renew. Like an energetic Thanksgiving, this is a time to honour the work we have done, in both our inner and outer worlds, and to give thanks for all of our blessings.

Autumn reminds us to harmonize outer expression with inner stillness, to embrace the dance between action and rest, expansion and contraction. You can see this dance mirrored in the trees — actively releasing their leaves while slowly pausing, gathering strength for next spring. 🍂

✨What area of your life might be out of balance and asking for adjustment?

Astrologically, this equinox marks the moment the Sun enters Libra, the sign of beauty, partnership, and harmony. Libra energy invites us to seek balance in our relationships, appreciate life’s beauty, and create fairness and equilibrium. With the recent solar eclipse in Virgo amplifying this moment, we’re encouraged to set intentions for new beginnings, personal growth, holistic health, and deeper alignment in how we show up for ourselves and others.

And of course, for many of us, this season also means cozy sweaters, pumpkin lattes, and gathering with loved ones.

If you feel called to honour this day, here are a few simple rituals you might want to try:

Abundance Ritual — Cook or enjoy a seasonal meal and give thanks for the food you are blessed to have access to.

Release Ritual — Take a mindful walk in nature, notice the shifting colours, and let the falling leaves remind you of what you’re ready to release.

Gratitude Ritual — Light a candle and write down three things you are grateful for, letting the flame symbolize the balance between light and dark.

Happy Autumn Equinox, my friends. May this season guide you inward, restore balance, and remind you of all there is to be grateful for. 🙏

Namaste.

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When most people think of yoga, they imagine poses (asanas) — intricate postures, flowing sequences, and stretched-out muscles. Yet yoga is so much more than body movement. At its core, yoga is a philosophy, a way of living. In the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, this path is called Ashtanga Yoga, or the “Eight Limbs of Yoga”. The very first limbs — the Yamas and Niyamas — invite us to practice moral principles and self-discipline, guiding us in how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us.

The Yamas

The word Yama comes from Sanskrit, meaning “to control” or “to restrain.” Think of the Yamas as yoga’s moral compass — five ethical principles that guide us in how not to behave. They create the foundation for conscious living, helping us cultivate awareness, compassion, and integrity. When practiced, the Yamas extend beyond the mat into every aspect of our lives, shaping the way we interact in the world.

1. Ahimsa – Non-Violence

Ahimsa is the practice of non-harming in thought, word, and action. It reminds us to approach life — and all living beings — with gentleness, compassion, and kindness. On the mat, this might mean honouring the limits of our physical body rather than pushing too far. Off the mat, it’s about choosing kindness in the way we think, speak, and act — towards ourselves as much as others.

Living with ahimsa helps us step away from judgment, criticism, and self-punishment. It brings awareness to the intentions behind our choices and the ripple effects they create in the world around us.

Ahimsa starts in the mind, with our thoughts. If we can refrain from harmful thinking, our words and actions naturally follow the same path.

✨ How might you bring ahimsa into your daily life?

2. Satya – Truthfulness

Satya is the practice of honesty and authenticity. It invites us to live in alignment with our truth, to speak with clarity, and to act with integrity. Practicing satya is not only about telling the truth, it’s about avoiding exaggeration, withholding, or claiming what is not ours.

When we align with our values and inner truth, life becomes simpler and more sincere. We no longer carry the heavy burden of false stories or distorted realities, but instead rest in the freedom of authenticity.

✨ How can you be more honest with yourself?

3. Asteya – Non-Stealing

Asteya goes beyond simply not taking what isn’t ours—it also calls us to honour time, energy, and resources. We practice asteya when we respect others’ boundaries, give credit where it’s due, and refrain from stealing from ourselves through comparison or self-doubt. At its heart, asteya is about cultivating gratitude for what we already have.

This principle also reminds us not to take more than we need. Without awareness, we can overconsume, deplete the Earth’s resources, or take without giving back. Practicing asteya invites balance, reciprocity, and mindful appreciation for life’s gifts.

✨ What is a true need, and what is a want?

4. Brahmacharya – Moderation

Traditionally, brahmacharya referred to celibacy, but in modern practice it’s often understood as the wise use of energy. It invites us to live in balance, avoid overindulgence, and channel our life force into what truly nourishes us. In a world full of distractions, brahmacharya reminds us to protect our sacred energy — including our creative and sexual energy — so it can be directed toward growth and purpose.

Practicing brahmacharya is about cultivating mental strength. Each time we choose moderation over excess, we strengthen our inner will and discipline, learning to direct our energy with wisdom.

✨ Where do you need more balance in your life?

5. Aparigraha – Non-Possessiveness

Aparigraha is the art of letting go — releasing greed, clinging, and attachment. It teaches us to surrender what we cannot control and to trust the natural flow of life. Through non-attachment, we create space for freedom, joy, and new possibilities.

The practice of aparigraha invites us to see change as life’s only constant. Instead of grasping at the past, we learn to reflect, release, and carry forward the lessons it offers. In this way, aparigraha helps us live in our true nature — with peace, openness, and resilience.

✨ What is one thing you’re ready to release?

The Niyamas

The Niyamas are five guiding principles that focus on how we choose to live and act. These personal observances support self-discipline, inner reflection, and spiritual growth. By practicing the Niyamas, we turn inward to cultivate purity, contentment, dedication, and a deeper connection with the higher self.

1. Saucha – Purity, Cleanliness

Saucha is the practice of cultivating cleanliness and clarity in body, mind, and spirit. While it includes hygiene, it also extends to nourishing ourselves with healthy foods, fostering uplifting thoughts and habits, and creating environments that are clear of clutter and stagnant energy.

We are not our body or our mind — we have a body and a mind. It is our responsibility to care for this “vehicle” of the soul and to tend to the programming of the mind, so that both remain clear and aligned.

✨ What area of your life could use a little cleansing or tidy?

2. Santosha – Contentment

Santosha is the practice of finding peace in the present moment. It’s choosing gratitude over longing, and acceptance over comparison. Contentment does not mean we stop striving — rather, it invites us to cultivate joy regardless of circumstances, anchoring into the truth that we are already whole.

Santosha teaches us to be humble and to truly enjoy what we have. Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but of thinking of yourself less. From gratitude grows humility, and from humility grows seva — selfless service.

✨ What went right today? What are you grateful for?

3. Tapas – Discipline, Sacrifice

Tapas means “heat” or “austerity” — the discipline that strengthens body, mind, and spirit. It is the commmitment to practice, even when it feels uncomfortable. Tapas is the inner fire that transforms resistance into growth, shaping us through consistency and dedication.

There is an ancient analogy that our five senses are like wild horses pulling a chariot. Wherever the senses run, our consciousness follows. Without discipline, the soul is pulled outward in every direction. Through tapas, we learn to steady the reins — gaining mastery over our senses and freedom in our choices.

✨ Where in your life could discipline create freedom?

4. Svadhyaya – Self-Study, Reflection

Svadhyaya is both the study of the Self and the study of sacred texts. It invites us to reflect on our patterns, learn from our experiences, and seek wisdom in the teachings of great souls. Through self-inquiry, we begin to uncover the deeper layers of who we are beyond ego and conditioning.

The seed syllable Om is often used to connect with the Self, as it is the primordial sound — the hum of the universe, the essence of all that is. In practicing svadhyaya, we observe the “character” we play in the world while remembering the true Self that exists beneath it all.

✨ What story or belief about yourself are you ready to examine more deeply?

5. Ishvara Pranidhana – Surrender

Ishvara Pranidhana is the practice of devotion and surrender to a higher power — however we personally understand it. It’s an invitation to let go of the need to control and to trust in something greater than ourselves. Through surrender, we discover humility, grace, and the peace that comes from aligning with the flow of life.

In yoga philosophy, there are two kinds of knowledge: ascending and descending. Ascending knowledge is built through our effort — study, meditation, and the daily practice of principles. Descending knowledge is the divine grace — the hand that reaches down in response to our devotion, lifting us higher than we could rise alone.

The practice of ishvara pranidhana is also about accepting help and support from family, friends, and loved ones. Too often, we try to carry everything alone, when what would truly help is surrendering to the divine light in others — allowing ourselves to be held, supported, and uplifted.

✨ Where in your life could you let go of control and invite in trust?

🌿 The Yamas and Niyamas as a Path of Transformation

The Yamas are not rules meant to restrict us — they are like great vows, inviting us to live with greater harmony, integrity, and compassion. They remind us that yoga begins not with the body, but with how we choose to relate to others and to the world we live in.

When we practice non-violence, truthfulness, non-stealing, moderation, and non-possessiveness, transformation begins — not only on the mat, but in every interaction, every choice, every moment of life.

The Niyamas guide us inward. They remind us that yoga isn’t about escaping the world, but about transforming our relationship with ourselves so that we may live with more peace, purpose, and love. When we practice purity, contentment, discipline, reflection, and surrender, we create the conditions for deep inner freedom.

With love, namaste.

Jessica Rose

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Hi beautiful souls,

I’m so excited to share an important update about the evolution of this space.

When I first started this Substack, my intention was to share inspiration, reflections, and healing energy with you. As I’ve continued to grow — personally, professionally, and spiritually — I’ve felt a strong, undeniable pull to step even more fully into my soul’s purpose.

This space is now evolving into a dedicated portal for healing, awakening, and 3D to 5D transformation.
You’ll notice a shift in the content I share — moving from general inspiration to more focused teachings, tools, and guidance to help you consciously heal, align, and embody your higher self.

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Hey, Beautiful Souls! It’s been a while. The winter season has been a huge time of reflection for me. Has it been for you? As I mentioned in my last post about the winter solstice, the winter season is about slowing down, contemplation, and going inward to do some shadow work before springtime arrives. I trust that the time I took off is what I needed, and now I’m back, ready to get into the weekly wellness newsletter again! I appreciate your patience.

Some of my own recent experiences inspired today’s post with angel numbers. For the past few weeks, I have been seeing 222 and 444 more than usual, so I thought I would dedicate this week’s newsletter to the angels and talk about the most common angel number sequences!

Do you repeatedly see 11:11 on the clock? Or have you noticed the same sequence of numbers appearing everywhere—on license plates, receipts, and signs? These aren’t coincidences—they're angel numbers, synchronicities and divine messages from spirit guides, angels, and the universe, meant to guide you on your path.

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What Are Angel Numbers?

Angel numbers are sequences of numbers that carry a spiritual meaning. These numbers align with numerology and carry the amplified energy of the individual number. For example, the number 1 carries the energy of beginnings, so when it is amplified, it represents the power of manifestation and creating new things. Each number from 1-9 has a specific frequency.

Why Do You Keep Seeing Angel Numbers?

There are a few reasons why you could be seeing angel numbers repeatedly. As you experience a spiritual awakening, your consciousness expands, allowing you to see divine signs and messages more easily and often. As you build that connection to Spirit and the Universe, you open yourself up to more of those experiences.

Another reason could be that the Universe is showing you that you are on the right path. It’s affirming whatever you are doing and confirming that you are aligning with the energy that is necessary for your highest timeline.

They can also be reminders to pay attention. We get distracted and can easily fall off course from our initial intentions. Sometimes we need to be nudged back onto our path or into a different direction completely, and the Universe is guiding us to take those steps.

Whether you see angel numbers on a regular basis, notice them occasionally, or rarely see them, after reading this article, you will have a better comprehension of what these numbers mean.

Angel Numbers

✨ 111

The angel number 111 represents new beginnings, manifestation, and alignment. When you see this number sequence, it’s a reminder to have positive intentions and hold what you want to manifest in your mind. Your thoughts are very powerful and put things into play, so be mindful of what you are thinking when you see this number.

This is why people say “11:11, make a wish!” when they see 11:11 on the clock. It’s a sign to put out to the universe what you wish for and then take the necessary steps to make it happen. You have extreme power in setting intentions and following through with them. Tap into that determination and courage it takes to accomplish what you want!

✨ 222

I’ve been seeing this sequence every day for weeks now! This angel number is a sign that you have spiritual support in creating balance and harmony, especially in your relationships with others. It encourages patience, trust, and cooperation, and reminds you to be adaptable to the circumstances and challenges that you may experience.

It could also be a message to look for a deeper meaning in your recent experiences and to gain insight. You could ask yourself, “Is there another way I could view this situation?” Sometimes it’s hard to trust the process or believe that things are happening for a reason. When we zoom out and see things from a different perspective, we can gain a better understanding and have faith that it was meant to be this way.

I like to take a deep breath whenever I see this sequence, to ground myself in the present moment and remind myself to trust, be patient, and know everything is balancing out.

✨ 333

This is another sequence I see quite often. When I see “33” I always think of Yeshua (Jesus). It’s my reminder of His presence in my life. Ever since I developed a connection with Him back in 2020, I see the number 33 everywhere. Especially as the battery percentage on my phone, haha!

The angel number 333 represents divine guidance from ascended masters. Ascended masters are spiritual beings who have lived on Earth and evolved their souls to a point where they no longer reincarnate, having reached a state of enlightenment and mastery over the human experience. They have undergone a deep spiritual transformation and now serve as guides and teachers from higher realms to assist in the evolution of humanity. Jesus is a well-known ascended master, along with Buddha, Mother Mary, Thoth, and Saint Germain.

This sequence is a lovely reminder that you have strong spiritual support with you. It encourages communication with divine beings and is a reminder to feel joyful in your self-expression. It’s also a sign to be creative and use your imagination, especially in artistic pursuits and developing your psychic abilities.

✨ 444

The angel number 444 is another one I’ve been seeing lately. Not as much as 222, but pretty close! It represents discipline, structure, and building a solid foundation for your future. It’s a sign that your spirit guides are helping you create this stability in your life so that you will be successful in your endeavours. It’s a reminder to focus on what you want to establish, especially in the areas of business, boundaries, and money.

This sequence also represents protection, perseverance, and a strong work ethic. Have you been distracted lately? Maybe it’s time to home in on your craft, overcome obstacles, and concentrate on what’s going to drive you forward towards your goals. You need a strong foundation before you can start building something that can last!

✨ 555

This sequence is all about transformation! It represents change, freedom, and new adventures. Have you experienced major shifts recently? If not, it could be a sign that shifts are coming! This angel number encourages you to embrace new experiences and not limit yourself to your comfort zone. Transformations lead to both personal and spiritual growth. So, be open to new opportunities and don’t let fear get in the way of jumping on them.

Being adaptable is a wonderful quality to have and seeing 555 is a reminder of that. The only constant in life is change. So, allowing yourself to embrace and even enjoy change can set you free and create space for new passions, desires, and inspiration!

✨ 666

People tend to be fearful of the number sequence 666 because it’s associated with “the Devil”. The only reason it is associated with the Devil is because it corresponds to materialism and the material world, which is the world of temptation, governed by the Devil.

However, it can be a reminder to not stress or worry about material things and the physical realm as much as you do. It reminds you to connect to your spirituality instead and develop a balance between the material and spiritual aspects of life.

This sequence also symbolizes responsibility, especially over your health and happiness. It’s a sign to be kind, be of service to other human beings, and have compassion. We’re all navigating this world together. Unconditional love is an unstoppable power that we can all tap into, and it releases fear and judgment. Remember, love conquers all.

✨ 777

Although I don’t see this sequence as often anymore, it is one of my favourites! It represents enlightenment, spiritual awakening, and being on the right path. It encourages deep spiritual insight and to trust your intuition. The angel number 777 corresponds to enchantment, knowledge, and inner wisdom, reminding you that you are a powerful spiritual being!

It can also be a sign to meditate, do some inner healing work, and reflect on the path that you’re on. The initial thoughts that come to my mind whenever I see this number sequence are that I’m on my highest timeline, everything in my past has happened for a reason, and I’m meant to be experiencing this moment in time.

✨ 888

The sign of abundance! This number sequence represents success and prosperity. It is the number of karma and karmic cycles, reminding you that what you put out is what you get back. It encourages strength and mastery over your ability to create abundance in any area of your life.

When we think of abundance, the first thing that usually comes to mind is money. That’s not the only thing that we experience in abundance though. Abundance can be seen in the number of friends we have (or quality of friends), personal growth, accomplishment, protection…anything! The number 8 is a sign of infinite, so when it’s amplified in 888, it’s reminding you that you have infinite possibilities at your fingertips.

✨ 999

This angel number is the number of completions. It represents the conclusion of a phase in your life and the letting go of old energy. We must release the old to make room for the new. Seeing this sequence can mentally prepare us for a new chapter, as after every ending comes a new beginning.

Many times, when something comes full circle, we have learned a lesson. We can take this lesson and move into our next chapter with more wisdom and courage, having healed in some way or another. 999 affirms that we have made it through a phase, most likely with teachings and knowledge that we’ll carry for the rest of our lives.

How to Interpret & Use Angel Numbers in Your Life

Now that you know the meanings of the most common angel numbers, you can use the moment you notice them to reflect on your current thoughts and feelings. You can pay attention to how often you see these sequences and what you’re doing at that time. Trust what initially comes up for you when you notice it and then act on that intuitive hit.

You might want to keep a journal to track down when and where you see these angel numbers. Write down how you felt at the time and what you were thinking that moment.

Play around and have fun with it! Ask the angels or your spirit guides to show you a specific sequence to build a stronger connection with them. You can also ask them for clarity if you see an angel number that you’re having a hard time decoding. Angels and spirit guides won’t help you unless you ask for their help! So, don’t be shy.

Want more clarity on the angel numbers you keep seeing? Leave a “✨ “ in the comments and I’ll reach out so we can explore the deeper meanings!

Also, let me know in the comments if you are seeing any specific sequences regularly! I’d love to know. ☺️

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With Gratitude, Love, & Light. ✨

Well, it’s been a few weeks since I’ve written anything here. I’ve been mourning the loss of my kitty more than I ever could have imagined. It’s been one of the hardest times of my life, but I’m finally feeling like myself again. Grief is no joke. I’ve never felt it this intensely as an adult before. So, thank you for your patience - I’m so happy to be connecting with you again.

It’s a cozy, rainy Sunday today in Victoria. The raindrops are hitting the window pane and the light breeze is forcing the trees to sway. It’s chilly outside. With a freshly brewed coffee by my side, and sitting warm and comfy on the couch, I’m ready to be present as I write this.

Yesterday was the first day of winter, - the winter solstice - the shortest day of the year, the longest night of the year, and a turning point in a natural cycle. The word “solstice” comes from the Latin word solstitium meaning “sun stands still”. A time when the sun appears to be at a standstill for a few days until it is brought forth or “born again” around the 25th of December. Now, we begin our journey back to longer and lighter days.

The winter solstice marks a time of stillness and contemplation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is associated with yin and restorative energy, the kidneys and bladder, and the element of water.

If we think about these energies, we can see the symbolism everywhere within this season. Yin energy is cold, receptive, and passive. Water becomes still or frozen and reveals reflection. The trees become barren and store their energy for regeneration. The kidneys aren’t working as hard as we “hibernate” and rest, taking ourselves away from outside threats and into the comfort of home.

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Winter is a time when we can slow down, go inward, and wonder. We can give ourselves time to reflect on the year that has passed and envision what we want to create in the year ahead. This allows us to do the shadow work that is necessary to rise again in the spring with more power and intention. Sleep becomes more important, and we feel the desire to go to bed earlier and wake up later - granting us the time to do dream work and heal on a subconscious level.

During this season, it is important to embrace restfulness so that we may nourish the mind, body, and soul. The mind can be nourished by practicing meditation or hypnosis and settling your thoughts. The body, especially the kidneys, can be nourished by slowing down and doing less strenuous activities. The soul can be nourished by tuning in to your inner wisdom and connecting with the insight of your Higher Self.

Learning to honour what you’re feeling and only say “yes” to the things that feel in alignment with what you want will help you reserve your energy. You might feel the need to seek time alone instead of attending holiday events with groups of people. Maybe you’re feeling inspired to connect with others and celebrate with loved ones. It’s a wonderful time to spend both in solidarity or to gather with friends and family.

Winter is a season of endings and rebirth. It’s a great time to create powerful transformations within yourself. Just as the trees have shed their leaves and appear lifeless for a while, mustering the energy to bloom again in spring, we can also embrace the stillness, and recharge our energy in silence, only to bloom with vigour and passion in the new year.

We have been taught that the new year is in the middle of winter (January 1st), which doesn’t make much sense to me, personally and energetically. Although I celebrate the new numerical year with friends and family on occasion, I’m more excited to celebrate the energetic new year at the spring equinox. Preferring to embrace the whole winter season as a time of introspection and inner work, I’ll continue to prepare myself for the season of beginnings and renewal in March.

Whatever you intend on doing this winter season, I hope you can spend it with loved ones (even if that’s just you or your pets) and enjoy the rest that you deserve in order to power you up in the new year. Wishing you a safe, comforting, and magical season full of wonder and warmth.

Namaste.

With Love, Light, and Gratitude,

Jessica Rose.

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This week’s newsletter is personal.

I’ve lost many people and pets in my life, but the loss of my cat, Ella, is one of the hardest. My heart is broken. I feel empty inside. I have never felt a feeling quite like this before.

The closest feeling to this is when I lost my horse at age fifteen. I remember being devastated and mourning her passing for months. The weird thing is that it hurt my heart back then, whereas right now I feel broken, numb, and empty. Even the tears that fall from my eyes seem to be coming from out of body. I feel out of body.

On Monday, I lost the love of my life, my best friend, and my family. Ella, my cat, was only two and a half years old. She was the best little kitty I could have ever imagined, and we had a one-of-a-kind relationship. We both had anxiety issues, but she was my emotional support system and I was hers. We clicked together like those charms you can find for best friends. It was a perfect bond.

The story about how I got this little monkey was a true love story. I found her on Kijiji when I knew I didn’t need another cat - I’m not even a cat person! I was just perusing ads for fun, really. Then I came across these photos and it was love at first sight. All of a sudden, I knew I needed this kitty…she was meant to be mine.

The day I went to go see her, she crawled into my lap, and we fell in love. We were glued to each other for the rest of that day and for the rest of her life. Every morning, we’d say good morning to each other (she was part ragdoll and very talkative), she’d jump on the bed, plop herself in front of me, and slide into a little spoon position. I’d slip my hand under her belly and pull her into my chest, kissing her on the head. Every morning.

We’d then get up, I’d make some coffee, and we’d snuggle some more. We’d talk to each other all day long, sneak up on one another to play, and she’d keep me company while I worked and cooked dinner. Many times, I’d usually pour a glass of wine, and she’d crawl back into my lap or my arm for evening cuddles. Then we’d wander off to bed, and she’d still be by my side, sometimes paw in hand. If I tossed and turned while sleeping, she’d follow my lead and do the same. We were inseparable.

Two and a half years went by, still snuggling and talking every day. She would bring me her toys and play fetch. I’d wake up most mornings with at least one, if not a collection, of her toys on the bed. She’d greet me at the door every time I came home, and whenever I was away, I’d try to talk to her through the camera. She was my baby girl.

Even in the times that she would push my buttons - which sometimes she would do on purpose…I could see it in her eyes - my love for her never dwindled. She was a cat of little vices, only wanting to play with my pens, eat the strings on my pants, and stick her dirty little paws in my glass of water to clean them.

I thought I’d have at least ten more years of this daily routine and these experiences with my little buddy. Little did I know that my world would be shaken up when she showed symptoms of neurological issues, and I had to rush her to the vet last week. This past weekend was a true, living nightmare. I still feel like I’m in it.

Ultimately, I had to make the choice to end her life because the prognosis was not good. They believed it could be a brain tumour or something affecting her brain function. Even though there had been signs of hope during those two days at the vet, she was getting worse. Her heart stopped beating, and they were manually breathing for her. It was heartbreaking to see her like she was, and I couldn’t let her suffer anymore. It all happened so fast. The life-changing decision. I can’t believe I have lost my love, my baby girl, my little monkey.

As I’m writing this, I’m still feeling empty and numb. I’m probably not in a proper emotional state to be writing all of this and sharing it with you, but it’s a way for me to express myself. To express my emotions and what I’m feeling inside. Although words are not enough.

Losing a furry friend is not easy…not easy at all. Especially one you have bonded with like no other. The healing process takes time. Grieving takes time. And we all heal in our own way. It’s hard to accept a loss and move on in life, but having a good support system can help. Talking to people who have experienced a similar situation or who knew how much you cared and loved your little creature can help you in the process.

No one will ever truly know the relationship I had with Ella, but the love, support, and condolences from the humans in my life mean so much to me. The sharing of stories and memories of the furry loved ones that they’ve lost brings me hope in my healing process.

We lost each other, Ella and I, but I know her spirit is with me. I can feel her. I’m grateful for how spiritual I am because it helps me to find deeper meaning in all of this and remain connected to her soul. The day I brought her to the vet, I saw a rainbow, a horseshoe, and the number 7777. The moment she passed away in my arms, the monitor read “123,” and I saw those numbers on the clock later that day.

Both 7777 and 123 mean you’re on the right path, and a new phase of your life is beginning. As hard as that is to accept (because how could losing my kitty be meant to be?), I have to hold faith. I have to see the bigger picture and connect the dots in my life to heal from this properly.

I can’t keep replaying scenarios in my head over and over and tormenting myself with “what ifs?” and questioning, “What could I have done differently?”. Part of me wants to find the cause, which will probably never happen, but in doing so, I’m keeping myself in the nightmare. I have to look forward, find a deeper meaning to all of this, and remember the good times I had with her.

A week ago, I pulled an oracle card from the Spirit Animals oracle deck by Colette Baron-Reid, and it was the cat. The message was “independence”. For some reason, I kept the card out of the deck. In fact, it’s still out. I woke up yesterday at 2:00 am, sick to my stomach, and decided to look up the spiritual meaning of losing a cat. I came across the following themes…

1. Transition. Losing a cat can spiritually mean that you need to go through a change or transformation in your life to enter a new phase.

2. Independence. Losing a cat can define a time in your life when you need to be in solitude or enhance your independence.

3. Healing. Losing a cat could mean that you’ve completed a healing cycle and no longer need them energetically in your physical reality.

4. Protection. You could lose your cat because you need them in the spirit realm as a guardian angel for protection more than in your physical reality.

5. Spiritual Awakening. Losing a cat could ignite your psychic abilities and enhance your spiritual growth. It could tune you in to the spiritual realm and heighten your awareness.

6. Mystery. Cats are mystical creatures, and losing one could represent that it’s time to dig deeper into the mysteries of life.

I found these messages comforting. Especially because, before I went to sleep that night, I pulled some Tarot cards that affirmed a new beginning and a time of solitude. The cards that appeared were the 10 of Wands, the Hermit, and the 8 of Pentacles. The Hermit is the energy or archetype of independence, solitude, and soul-searching.

When finished with my three-card reading, I asked if she was still with me, just beyond the veil. I pulled out the Sun card, which is a “yes” card. This affirmed that she’s here with me in spirit right now.

Moving forward, I will continue to talk to her and ask her to visit me in my dreams. Sometimes, when I close my eyes, I see her face. It might take some time to fully release the guilt, hurt, sadness, and grief and stop feeling so empty inside, but keeping my connection with her and believing there’s a bigger reason to it all will help with this. It’s a process, and it will take time.

To all those who have loved and lost a furry friend, my heart is with you. It truly is a heartbreaking time, and the healing cannot be rushed. To everyone who has reached out, sent love, and comforted me during this time, I will be forever grateful.

I am so grateful for knowing and loving this beautiful soul, spending time with her, and just being with her. She brought me so much healing, joy, laughter, peace, and comfort. She was truly my best friend. I know one day we will meet again, and so I will end this letter with a beautiful poem that my dear friend sent me the day she passed away. It’s a reminder that we all go back to the same place, back to our soul family, when we also leave our physical body.

Namaste.

With Love, Light, and Gratitude,

Jessica Rose.

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This week, I’m going to touch on the topic of chakras. We’ll get into what they are, where to locate them, the energy they are associated with, and how this energy flows. I know there’s much more I could cover on this topic, but I’ll leave that for posts about the individual chakras themselves!

A chakra –the Sanskrit word for “wheel” – is a flowing vortex of life-force energy. Chakras are thus the “wheels of life” within us that absorb, store, transform, and emanate subtle energy. You can think of them as chambers or energy centers that transmute energies from your environments and experiences into hormonal, physiological, and cellular changes within the body.

Nowadays, most people you talk to will have likely heard of the word “chakra,” even if they don’t know its meaning. These energy centers are acknowledged in the practices of yoga and Reiki, as well as other healing arts. More and more people are becoming aware of just how important chakras are to our holistic health. Although hundreds of them exist in the human body, including the hands and feet, today, we will only go over the seven major chakras.

Within the human body, we have something called the nervous system. The nervous system is the main communication system of the body. It sends signals and messages to other parts of the body so that we can continue to function. The nervous system communicates with other cells, organs, and connective tissue through nerve fibers and nerve ganglia or plexuses - clusters of nerves that act like little mini-brains.

Each chakra corresponds to a nerve plexus that resides along your spine. For example, have you ever felt nervous or anxious as if you had “butterflies in your stomach”? How about ever feeling your “heart flutter”? These feelings come from the cluster of nerves in that specific area of your body: your solar plexus chakra and heart chakra, respectively.

The chakras also correspond to organs, endocrine glands, psychological traits, developmental phases, and emotions based on their vibrational frequency. The lower chakras - which I’ll explain in a moment - are more connected to the physical realm and have lower vibrational frequencies or Hertz. The higher chakras are more connected to the spiritual realm and have higher vibrational frequencies or Hertz. It has been said that the chakra is a higher harmonic of the energy in the associated nerve plexus.

Rainbow Bridge

The seven chakras and their vibrational nature can be thought of as a rainbow. The chakras are associated with the colours of the rainbow, starting with the first chakra as the colour red and the seventh chakra as the colour violet. If you think about the fact that we’re made up of light (electricity) and about 70% water, it’s almost as if this combination within us creates an inner rainbow just as it does outside of us when the sun shines after it rains.

This inner rainbow bridges our physical experiences and our spiritual experiences and creates a roadmap for the soul that we can use to navigate our unique lives. As you follow your inner rainbow of chakras, you’ll realize that the first one is your foundation, and every one after that builds upon the previous one.

The first chakra - also called the root or base chakra - is associated with the colour red and located at the base of the spine at the coccyx or the tip of your tailbone. It holds your first experiences in this physical world as well as your feelings of security and safety, how your basic needs are met, your tribal community, and your instinct to procreate. This is where your energetic foundation begins to ground you to earth.

The second chakra - the sacral chakra - is associated with the colour orange and can be found below the navel at the sacrum area, hence the name. The energy here has moved from the first chakra energy of your basic needs being met to “now that I’m safe, what do I want to enjoy and take pleasure in?”. It relates to your creativity, emotions, pleasures, and sensuality. It is also associated with sexuality and the desire to create new life.

Once you know what you enjoy and feel comfort in doing, you’ll want to “get er done”. The third chakra is the solar plexus chakra. It is associated with the colour yellow and is located just above your belly button where you can sometimes feel little butterflies when you’re anxious or nervous. Here is where your courage, willpower, and determination in life reside. It is tied to your self-esteem and drive to get things done.

Do you have the courage to go out there and accomplish what you want? This chakra is where your inner light shines from; your inner sun. It’s also connected to your fight, flight, or freeze instincts.

The fourth chakra is the heart chakra. It is associated with the colour green (as well as pink) and is found in the center of your chest. Here is where you learn how to feel unconditional love, compassion, and gratitude in life. It is the chakra of healing, nurturing, and kindness. Once you learn to appreciate and love yourself, you can begin to have compassion for humanity and truly have love for others.

The fifth chakra is all about communication, expression, and creativity. It is the throat chakra, located at the throat, and its colour is blue. This chakra represents how you speak (both to yourself and others) and whether you speak your truth, tell lies, or hold things in. It’s where you express yourself and your creative nature through speaking, singing, playing music, reading, or writing. If we think about how this builds off of the heart center, we can think about how loving yourself and others makes you feel comfortable being open and honest in how you communicate.

At the sixth chakra, we reach the magical third-eye and the colour indigo or deep purple. This is the most mystical chakra, connecting you to the spiritual realm through your dreams, imagination, and manifestations. It is associated with your psychic abilities and intuition - “seeing” without seeing. It is located in the middle of your forehead just above your physical eyes. When you close your eyes and experience hypnosis or meditation, you can most likely see colours, shapes, or images in this area. This is your mind’s eye, and once you have clear and honest communication developed, you can use this chakra to attract experiences and manifest with intention.

The seventh and final major chakra is the crown chakra located at the top of your head. It is associated with the colour violet or pure white and is the chakra of universal understanding and enlightenment - oneness. It holds space for transcendence and connects you to higher knowledge. This chakra is all about consciousness, spiritual awakening, self-realization, and bliss. Once you’ve opened and balanced all the previous chakras, you realize that you are not separate from anything else and you connect with the collective consciousness.

The chakras are often called the “gateways to the soul” because they connect the spiritual realm to the physical realm - bridging the energy between the mind and body and spirit and matter. They are just as important as our physical organs like our stomach and liver. Just because we can’t physically see the chakras (which, by the way, have you ever seen your stomach or liver? Yet you know they’re there…) doesn’t mean they’re not part of our bodies and something we need to take care of.

So, now that we know what chakras are and what energy they are associated with, let’s see how the energy flows through and around them and what we can do to keep them balanced.

Flow of Energy

The flow of energy within these centers includes in and out (reception and expression), up and down (ascending and descending), and all around (swirling motion). This energy comes from our thoughts, feelings, actions, experiences in life, and how we perceive our reality. They are assimilated, transformed, or stored based on our beliefs, patterns, and programming. The goal or intent is to have a harmonic chakra system with a balance of energy in each chakra and an open ascending and descending flow.

It might help to think of the human body as hardware and the energy we store as software. Some software is helpful and supportive and can assist you in creating what you want. However, some software causes more problems than good, can prevent you from accomplishing what you want, and take up valuable space.

The subtle energy that travels through the chakras comes from your aura and moves through pathways called nadis. You can imagine nadis being similar to the meridian network that is accessed through acupuncture; although they are not the same thing. There are three major nadis: the Pingala, the Ida, and the Sushumna.

The Pingala nadi is the masculine or more active channel. The Ida nadi is the feminine and passive or receptive channel. The Sushumna is the central channel. The Ida and Pingala nadis flow in a zig-zag pattern through the chakras much like the caduceus symbol. They also represent the same helix pattern that resembles the design of DNA. Besides the three main nadi channels, many sources describe up to 72,000 nadis in and around the human body!

Ascending and Descending

The ascending flow of energy through the chakras is referred to as the pathway of liberation. As we open and balance the chakras on the way up towards the crown, we free ourselves from repetitive emotional, mental, and physical patterns that keep us out of touch with our spiritual nature. As I mentioned above, the lower chakras relate to the physical world, the earthly realm, and the denser energy that we call “matter”. As we journey upwards through the chakras, we learn to detach ourselves from the physical while still experiencing it.

The descending flow of energy is referred to as the pathway of manifestation. If our higher chakras are open, we tend to be very spiritual or receptive to the universe. We might have wonderful ideas and be able to visualize what we want yet not be grounded enough in our physical reality to make it happen. When we open and balance the chakras on this pathway, we learn to turn our ideas into actions and create in the physical realm.

Over-activity and Under-activity

A lack of energy in a chakra creates under-activity in that area of the body and its corresponding parts. It becomes depleted and will no longer produce enough energy to run at optimal level. You can imagine this as a kink in a hose. If there’s a kink in the garden hose, the water is stuck and can’t get to where it needs to go to nurture the garden. Well, if your chakra is connected to other parts of your body, you can imagine that an under-active chakra won’t be providing enough energy to the organs and body parts that it’s associated with.

An excess of energy in a chakra creates over activity which can lead to stress or burnout. The chakra ends up overcompensating and overflowing with energy (now imagine the opposite situation with the garden hose, where now you have too much water in the garden that it’s flooding!). Excess energy in a chakra will be heightened and can show up in your reality as over-speaking, being super emotional, doing too many things at once, etc.

Coming Into Balance

Not only do we want a good and healthy flow moving up and down the chakra system as well as in and out, but we also want a healthy flow within the chakras themselves. We want the energy that’s in there to be moving or turning like a wheel should.

The chakras are like a manual for the human soul - they tell us what area of our lives might need some reflection based on what chakra is out of alignment, deficient, excessive, etc. Maybe we’re exerting too much physical energy by working too hard to feel financially secure (first chakra). Perhaps we’re not open to finding love in our lives and keep ourselves from connecting on a deeper level (fourth chakra). We could be lying to ourselves and shying away from speaking our truth (fifth chakra).

These energy centers accumulate energy from our experiences and interactions with our environments and store those energy imprints as memories. It’s like taking a screenshot of that moment in life and filing it away for future reference. It becomes a program.

It is part of our spiritual growth and awakening of self to learn how our chakras have been programmed and start reprogramming them with more beneficial software. You can do this by acknowledging what energy is currently there and healing the energy that has been stored and is no longer serving you. Begin living life with more intention and awareness of the energy you encounter as well as the energy that you give off. Balancing the chakras is an ongoing practice because we are always surrounded by and experiencing different energies.

I hope this newsletter will inspire you to take the time to journey through your chakras and reflect on where you might want to do some energy work. It’s well worth the practice and will only strengthen your intuition and improve your life in the process!

Namaste.

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References:

• “The Chakra System” by Anodea Judith

• “Vibrational Medicine” by Richard Gerber, M.D.

• “Chakra Healing Therapy” by Glen Park

• “Discover Your Psychic Powers” by Tara Ward

• “Kundalini” by Cyndi Dale

• “Electric Body, Electric Health” by Eileen Day McKusick

• “Tuning the Human Biofield” by Eileen Day McKusick

• “Energy Medicine” by Donna Eden

Forgiveness. It’s not an easy thing. We human beings tend to hold on to feelings of hurt and avoid forgiving people, places, and situations…maybe even ourselves. We avoid it so that we can protect ourselves from experiencing something similar in the future. Yet, holding on to those feelings usually end up hurting us more than forgiving would.

Forgiveness is an act of self-love. It is an ability to release yourself from emotions such as anger, resentment, sadness, and hurt. It is a way to heal yourself of ill thoughts, free yourself from emotional pain, and let go of the past and what’s holding you back. It doesn’t necessarily mean that what happened was OK or that you want to stay connected to that person or situation.

When you forgive, truly forgive, and release those emotions residing in your body, you feel a weight lift off of you. The “dense” subtle energy of your emotions float away and create more flow within your being; more balance. You can feel stress leave your body and inner peace take it’s place.

But sometimes we have a hard time forgiving. We hold on to feelings of shame or guilt and bring ourselves down or beat ourselves up. We tell ourselves that we don’t deserve things. We hold grudges on others and become passive aggressive or even cruel to the people that have done us wrong. Sometimes we even get mad at God or the Universe for situations that happen in our lives.

We are only human. We make mistakes. We are here on Earth learning how to be human, and one of our earthly lessons is to learn how to forgive ourselves and others.

The practice of forgiveness not only heals energy now, it heals generations. I’m sure you’ve heard of ancestral or generational trauma. The emotions and diseases that manifest because you choose not to forgive affect both you in this lifetime and the genes that will be carried on (if you have children, of course) for many lifetimes.

You can “forgive and forget” or “forgive and remember”, the important part is the forgiveness. I’ve heard some stories about people forgiving what sounds like the most heinous acts and yet they do it for themselves. To heal themselves from the experience. Remembering that we are all human and everything is a lesson to reflect back upon us can help us to have compassion and consciously choose to allow more light into our lives.

If you’re wanting to forgive yourself, someone, or something, write down what you want to forgive and say it out loud. “I forgive _______ for…” at least six times.

As you read your sentence out loud, focus on the area in your body that might be holding on to emotions tied to this person, place, thing, or situation. Is it anger? Do you feel sadness? Is it in your stomach? Maybe it’s in your throat? What does it feel like? Does it have a colour?

Get to know this feeling so that if you experience it again, you can more quickly recognize it and practice forgiveness. Pay attention to feelings of release or shifting of energy in your being as you forgive. Notice where it happens and imagine that energy fully lifting from your body and floating away.

Ho’oponopono Prayer

(pronounced Ho-oh-po-no-po-no)

This ancient Hawai’ian forgiveness prayer has been practiced for thousands of years for energetic reconciliation and self-healing.

Repeat the words out loud as a mantra to shift the energy and release any energetic blocks between you and yourself or you and someone or something.

When spoken to others or said as a intentional prayer, it can reconcile the energy between two people, even if you aren’t the one needing forgiveness. If you’re wanting to forgive someone, imagine that person saying this prayer to you and visualize yourself accepting it. This is a very powerful spiritual healing technique.

Composure.

This is a very complimentary Spiritual Message when it comes to the practice of forgiveness. Keeping calm and not reacting to a person, place, or situation in the moment can help us maintain our composure and make it easier to reflect on everything and respond in the future.

Maybe there’s something you want to sit and meditate on before reconciling, forgiving, or confronting. This card is a reminder to hold yourself together instead of bursting at the seams with emotions. Take the time to reflect and come back to the situation or person with more intention and compassion.

This is a good reminder around a full moon too, which happens to be today. Full moons represent hitting a peak, surrendering, and letting go. It is a time of heightened emotions and then the release of them, and this could be explosive if you’re not aware. Hence why keeping your composure at this time can be helpful!

As I was writing this newsletter, a song called The Art of Self-Forgiveness came on. I was a bit delayed in getting this newsletter out…so this is the perfect time for me to practice forgiveness with myself and you…I’m Sorry, Please Forgive Me, Thank You, I Love You.

Have a wonderful weekend fellow earthlings.

Namaste.

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Patience has been on my mind this week. So I’m starting this newsletter with Something Insightful.

I’ve been having trouble with technology this week and it’s been testing my patience. Instagram will not let me log-in to the app on my phone. Zoom recordings are not downloading. Recording equipment has not been working as it should. And we’re not even in Mercury Retrograde yet!

In my spiritual practice, I always look for meanings within the things that happen in my life. The lessons that make everything make sense. Some might call these crazy justifications or even excuses, but I truly believe the Universe has our back in everything we do. To teach us or show us different ways and to remind us how to be in a higher vibration.

So, when something like instagram or zoom is not working for me, I look for a lesson. This week, the word that came to mind was “patience”. I would find myself getting irritated or annoyed when these technical devices decided not to work - I know I say that as if they have a conscious themselves - and realizing in the moment how impatient I was becoming.

Maybe the Universe is trying to tell me something or even some things. Such as taking a break from instagram and focusing my attention here, on Substack…which I most likely manifested. And learning to be patient because things are supposed to happen in their right timing. These moments of realization have led me to look into other areas of my life where I might be feeling or acting impatient. Such as my work, where I want to be in my career, or changes in my physical appearance.

We naturally tend to force things to happen that we really want to happen. This can show up in our work, our relationships, or in any other area of our lives. If something’s not working out but we are determined for it to happen, we keep trying. Which is great! Perserverence is a wonderful trait to have. Other times though, things don’t happen because they’re not supposed to.

This might sound silly when you think about the fact that we are the creators of our lives, but we actually co-create with Spirit and the collective consciousness, which means that things change all the time as we meld our manifestations together and alter timelines. Some things are meant to be and some things are not. I truly believe the Universe is always guiding us to our highest timeline, our best path forward, but our decisions ultimately determine how we ebb and flow on that path.

So, my message here is to slow down. When something is not working, step into patience by bringing the energy you’re outputting back into yourself, breathe, and slow your heart rate down if you’ve become irritated, anxious, or angry. Sit in the present moment, see the situation from a higher perspective - a zoomed-out view - and wonder what this trouble or setback might be teaching you.

Maybe you’re trying to force something that isn’t meant to be and slowing down will help you see other opportunities. You could be wanting something to happen now but then realize that things can take time to manifest and that as long as you’re on the path towards it and making good choices, you will get there. Faith pairs well with patience.

This quote really spoke to me because when we are out of patience, it is like we are out of touch with our Higher Self - our soul. We act out of ego and there’s a disconnect to Spirit. Patience is a great teacher in strengthening your willpower and connecting you to Oneness. Practicing it can calm your nervous system down, bring you inner peace, and reconnect you with your true self.

Test yourself. Put yourself in a situation that tests your patience or talk to someone who irritates you and practice being patient. We don’t grow a skill or a trait or a behaviour unless we experience situations that test us in that area and where we can develop it over time. It takes practice.

Perhaps you talk over someone in conversations or interrupt people without realizing it in the moment. You can practice sitting quietly and actively listening to the other without thinking about what you’re going to say next.

Maybe your pet is not learning a trick you desperately want to teach them and you find yourself getting frustrated. Or you’re eagerly awaiting for a certain someone to reach out to you and you feel anxious every time your phone dings so you race over to check it instantly.

There are so many different situations that we could put ourselves in to test our patience and practice being still or quiet - content even - just giving things time. Waiting. You could tell a friend or family member that you want to practice patience and ask them to help you by informing you when you begin to lose patience. However you want to practice it is up to you, but it’s a good practice to do! Especially when you find yourself becoming impatient in multiple areas of your life.

Raise Your Vibration.

This Angel message resonates well with what I’ve been saying about patience. It’s about levelling up and raising your vibration to attract the people, places, and situations that you’re meant to experience in your life. This means aligning with the things that will help you grow and transform - raising your consciousness and your energy.

The booklet references “like a pheonix rising from the ashes”, so maybe you’ve just come out of a dark time in your life and now you’re heading to a lighter and brighter future. It could have been a quantum leap in timelines or you perservered through a dark situation in your life. The Angels have seen your hard work, patience, and persistence - your commitment to yourself - and know you’re moving into a time of opportunities.

Again, sometimes we don’t always have patience to wait for things to happen naturally or in their right timing. But I have to say, I believe it always pays off in the end if we embrace the philosophy that everything happens for a reason. Everything is teaching us how we could be in a higher vibration and ascend in our soul’s evolution if we just slow down and listen to our intuition.

On another note, I’d like to personally share something I feel for the collective right now.

This is a very important and intense time in history. I know there are a lot of people out there that believe in the new world and the ascension of Mother Earth and humanity that inhabits her. We’ve been on a long journey and have been working hard in raising our own vibrations to ascend with her. Some of us have been awake much longer than others but we’re all in this together.

This has taken so much patience on our part. With other humans that aren’t quite aware of what’s going on, with countries and the game of politics, and shining a light on all the darkness hidden in the deep corners of the planet. I believe we’re in the last push with Pluto leaving Capricorn and heading into Aquarius for the next twenty or so years this month. We will see a drastic change in our world. Humanity is waking up and realizing that how we’ve been living cannot be so anymore.

With that said, I wish you all love and light. Keep up the good work of having patience and faith in yourselves and the lives that you are creating with Spirit. We light beings are ascending into a higher vibration on this Earth and having patience with ourselves is just as important as having patience for the things in our outer reality.

Namaste.

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There is some intense energy this week! Can you feel it? I sure can. I’ve been productive yet a little tired. Halloween is coming up and we have a New Moon in Scorpio on Friday, November 1st. The Sun also just entered Scorpio season last week…there’s a lot going on.

Scorpio, as some of us may know, is a water sign that is all about passion, intensity, emotions, and the subconscious mind. This energy reveals secrets and brings information to the surface so that you can become aware of it and consciously create transformations.

It helps you work on your shadow side and any subconscious patterns you have stored in your programming that still need healing. You might even feel the desire to be alone or retreat into your own version of darkness to ignite healing or transformation. I know I desire some alone time myself.

With all of this energy in Scorpio, we have the opportunity to go deep into our subconscious patterns, transform emotional blockages, and go inwards to grow on a spiritual level. The New Moon, representing beginnings and new intentions, is also supporting us in these transformations.

I felt drawn to choose a tarot card for insight on what this week’s theme should be, and I’m so glad I did! The card resonates with all of the cosmic energy that is happening this week. Take a look below at the Spiritual Message section for the card I pulled.

All of this energy inspired the theme of “Seeds to Water”. As we are experiencing the energy of rebirth with Scorpio and the desire to set new intentions with the moon, we may want to plant new seeds and say “yes” to feeling more enjoyable emotions to water those seeds and help them grow.

Body Scan Meditation.

Take a moment to sit somewhere comfortable, maybe in a chair with your feet on the floor or laying down on your back. Close your eyes and begin to focus on your natural breathing rhythm. Once you feel connected to your inner self and your breath, begin to do a body scan.

Start at the top of your head - at your crown chakra - and spend a moment here. Notice how the energy feels. Is it heavy or soft? Clouded or clear? Flowing or stuck? Do you have any tension or pain? Be the observer and notice if there are any emotions residing here or recurring thoughts that keep trying to come in. You don’t necessarily have to change anything, and do your best not to judge, just observe.

Once you’ve finished with the top of your head, move down to your third eye (on your forehead), and then your neck and shoulders. Then move to your heart center, maybe your arms and hands, solar plexus, and sacral chakra. Maybe you want to spend some time scanning your organs or other parts of your body along the way.

Then bring your awareness to your hips and your root chakra (near your tailbone), and continue down your legs, knees, ankles, and feet. In all areas of your body, just become aware of the energy, how you feel, and what thoughts might come about.

When you feel you’ve scanned everywhere you’d like to, slowly bring your awareness back into the room you’re in by wiggling your fingers and your toes and opening your eyes.

This a great way to tune into your body and your subconscious mind to get some feedback about where you might be holding on to energy or require more of it. You can do this exercise anytime you feel disconnected from your physical body. It strenghtens the mind-body-soul connection because you learn to listen to your body and trust your intuition; therefore, developing better communication.

Seeds in life can be many things. They could be new emotions that you want to nurture, new thought patterns that you want to grow, or new actions and habits that you want to develop. Seeds could also be new connections or friendships that you want to expand on or a new romantic relationship that you want to experiment with.

When we grow new seeds in our lives, we begin with intention. We decide that we want to spend energy in this area of our life or with a specific person. We imagine what we want the seed to eventually grow into and feel good emotions about how we will accomplish this. The intention, thoughts, and emotions then require actions to keep the seed nurtured and healthy.

Many times, we plant seeds only to never see them come to life. We expect that we can just have the intention for something to happen without putting energy into it. This simply won’t work. When we have an intention, we need to feed it with happy thoughts and feelings and the proper actions that will nourish it to life.

Ace of Cups.

The Ace of Cups represents vibrant beginnings when it comes to our emotional state, relationships, and intuition. It’s telling us “yes” to whatever question we might have about these areas of our lives and encouraging us to move forward while letting go of any emotional blockages that are holding us back.

Usually, Full Moons are the best time for releasing energy, emotions, people, or anything in our lives that is not serving us anymore. However, this New Moon in Scorpio is providing a similar energy to us because it is in the sign of transformation. Scorpio is ruled by Pluto, the planet of death and rebirth. So, although it is a good time to have new intentions, it’s also allowing us to release more of what we don’t need or want at this time in our lives.

Maybe there is an area in your life or a person that you are having a hard time forgiving. Or maybe you are being overprotective of your feelings which are not allowing you to open your heart up to new experiences or people. The Ace of Cups and the New Moon are supporting you right now in learning to forgive so that you can create profound transformation within your life. If you have a difficult time forgiving someone or something, and you’re holding onto the past, you can stunt your own healing and personal growth.

This week is the perfect time to plant seeds of love. This could be anything that will bring you closer to the feeling of oneness or bliss and feel more connected to your soul. This card is telling you to awaken your heart and say “yes” to feeling happier in life. Whatever that means for you. It could mean walking away from a romantic relationship to nurture yourself or leaving your job to do your passion full-time. Maybe you want to make some changes to your lifestyle for better health or finally go to that therapy or healing program you’ve been considering. Only you will know the answer.

The energy this week is ultimately reminding you of your power. The power you have over your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and the power you have to create amazing transformation by setting new intentions, planting those seeds, and nurturing them to grow.

Namaste.

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The theme this week is about fairy tales. When I was a little girl, my Dad read many books to me and my younger sister, and I did a lot of reading on my own. Some of those books were fairy tales, and I always found myself believing that there must be a realm somewhere, maybe in another dimension, that was similar to the worlds described in the fairy tales. A world with more vibrant colours, rainbows, and pots of gold. With magical creatures such as fairies, gnomes, unicorns, and dragons.

My passion and love for fairy tales didn’t really go away as I grew older. I kept on believing that pieces of these mystical stories were real somewhere or in some-time. That there must be some truth to these fairy tale stories.

And now that I have communicated with and seen fairies myself, heard true stories about gnomes and dragons, witnessed nature getting more vibrant, and experienced so much magic in this world, I believe we are dissolving the veil and merging with the mystical. We are raising the frequencies within ourselves and the world to match theirs just like Once Upon A Time…

Imagine. At bedtime, just before falling asleep - when you’re easing your way into a theta brainwave state - imagine something that you want to happen in your life. Create a story in your mind and play it out as if it’s happening now. The brain does not know the difference between our physical reality and our imagination, so you can use this to your advantage to create scenarios in your mind that you want to happen in “real life”.

Really believe it and enjoy the show. Pretend it’s real! This is a self-hypnosis technique that you could use every night until your dreams come true. I’ve done it many times myself throughout my life. The secret ingredients are imagination, visualization, and belief.

Don’t let go of your inner child. We’re all conditioned to worry or stress about growing up and being so serious about life that we tend to diminish the playful, curious, and creative elements of ourselves in the process. What did you enjoy doing as a kid? When was the last time you did that? Maybe it’s time to reflect on what you were passionate about back then and bring those activities into your present life.

It’s important to stay youthful and tap into the playful and imaginative nature you had (or maybe didn’t have the chance to have) when you were young. And nowadays, you hear so many people talking about the “inner child” and all the traumas and “negative” programming that we carry into our adult life, but it’s important to bring forth the good and happy moments from childhood too. Remember what you loved and enjoyed doing on a soul level.

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When I was just a little girl, my aunt was a big influence in my life. She did energy work on me (like reiki), would massage my feet, loved nature, and had such a calming and caring aura. She also loved fairies, and I think this is how I became in touch with them too.

She played a game with us called “poof”. She would pretend to have a magical wand and say “poof” to one of us, turning us into whatever she could think of at that moment. Like, “poof you’re a pencil”, and we would have to pretend to be a pencil! In this scenario, the other one of us was a pencil sharpener…haha! Imagine that.

Not only was this a fun kid’s game, it kept our imagination and creativity alive. I believe it had a huge influence on my sister’s and my imagination as we grew older, as well as the consistent creative and playful nature from Mum and Dad. We were blessed when it came to imagination in the home, that’s for sure!

New Opportunity.

As a collective reading, I’m seeing this as a new opportunity to live life. I truly believe that the future we are currently creating is going to be one of fairy tales and magic. More vibrant colours, spiritual beings, and pots of gold. It will be one of instant manifestation and filled with the energy of love, kindness, and compassion.

It might take some time to get there completely, but that is where we’re headed and we’re creating it day by day. So, for now, take the opportunity to become aware of all the little magical moments in your life and grow your belief in what’s to come.

At this time on earth, more than ever before, we have the space to dream big and live the life we have always imagined. We have so much spiritual and cosmic energy guiding us and supporting us right now. Follow what you’re called to and want to be doing. If you’ve been wanting to make a change in your life, from business to relationships to moving country, whatever it is, watch for the opportunities and jump on them.

The Universe is aligining us with our higher timelines right now but that trajectory depends on the choices we make in the present moment. Don’t let fear of the unknown hold you back from doing something new and exciting! Believe in your power of imagination and start creating your fairy tale.

Namaste.

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The other day, I was sitting on my yoga mat after a practice, thinking about all of the classes and workshops I want to create. I started asking myself if it was too much. If I would overwhelm myself with all the work I wanted to do in this lifetime.

In that moment, I felt the need to open “The Sayings of the Buddha - Reflections for Every Day” book that was sitting in front of me on a shelf. It opened to page 125 and I read this quote:

“As from a large heap of flowers many garlands and wreaths are made, so by a mortal in this life is much good work to be done.” - Buddha

Well, if that wasn’t an affirmation I don’t know what is. That little spiritual reminder brought me back from feelings of worry to feelings of trust and wanting to follow what I feel in my heart to be good. And that’s continuing to work on all of these projects and put my work out into the world.

One day, quite a few years ago (Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 to be exact…I only know this because I journaled it), I had a dream that inspired me to practice yoga and meditate as soon as I woke up. During my yoga practice, many little adjustments took place in my body, releasing some tension. After that, I sat down on my mat to meditate. I was having trouble concentrating and couldn’t stop thinking about the word “practice”. I was observing (maybe judging) my own practice in that moment.

All of a sudden, my whole mind’s eye filled with the colour pink and Buddha appeared. He was sitting cross-legged - meditating himself - with a huge, friendly, smile on his face. He brought such loving and peaceful energy and guided me into a deeper state of meditation, reminding me that this is a practice and to enjoy it as it is. Buddha told me that I don’t need to suffer and to not be attached to my practice in a way that it could disappoint me. Then I saw all the colours of the rainbow and slowly ended my meditation.

I had only been meditating for 8 minutes. As soon as I had seen Buddha, I had goosebumps all over my body. Feeling emotional, I started tearing up because I could feel his energy and knew it was his Spirit. He helped me to release a heaviness inside of me and reminded me to practice without attachment or judgement.

Many people find meditation daunting or believe that they have to shut their thoughts down in order to achieve a state of meditating. This is not true.

Meditation is a state of being. It is learning to become the observer of your thoughts rather than being consumed by your thoughts. It is a practice that should eventually be tapped into throughout your day but it can start with giving yourself some time each day to know and get used to the feeling.

You can start out by meditating for one to two minutes a day. Sit down in a comfortable spot, whether in a chair with your feet on the ground or maybe sitting cross-legged on the floor or a yoga mat. Maybe you want to lay down on the ground instead. All are fine. It’s important to keep your spine straight so that energy can easily flow through your body.

Close your eyes or keep them open and softly keep your gaze straight ahead of you. Start noticing your breath and follow it. Focusing on every inhale and every exhale. Just observing your natural breath without changing it.

Maybe you notice thoughts or stories being created in your mind, and if you do, just notice them and then let them go, without judgement. Realizing that you are not your thoughts but you have them. Bring your awareness back to your breath. Do this for a minute or two and then eventually you will strengthen your practice and be able to sit for longer periods of time.

There are many forms of meditation. Guided meditation, transcendental meditation, and even active meditation such as when you’re walking or riding a horse. The practice above is great if you’ve never tried meditation or you’re getting back into your practice. Even if you just want to calm your thoughts or your nerves for a moment and come back inwards to connect with yourself.

Compassion

We are all here on this earth to experience being human. We all make mistakes or do things we wish we didn’t do. We all experience ups and owns in our lives and have judged and felt judged. We all experience life from our own perception and perspective of things.

The Spirit message for this week is to remember to have compassion. We don’t know everything someone is going through or necessarily why they do the things they do. Holding compassion reminds us that we are all the same. We all have a soul and have come here to experience a very materialistic world with other souls. It is our experiences that help create who we are and we all experience things in our own unique way. If you don’t get along with someone or don’t like someone, you can still feel compassion towards them.

Compassion comes from being heart centered. It is trying to see things from someone’s perspective based on what they have experienced in life and being open to understanding them. To not be attached to what someone did based on how you feel about it.

We can do the same with ourselves. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Have compassion for what you’ve gone through in life and don’t judge too harshly. Compassion is one of the highest vibrational emotions we can feel and by feeling it, we can raise our frequency. We are all learning how to navigate this world in the best way possible. Everyone is different and yet the same, and when we look at ourselves and others with love and compassion, we can create a world in which there is more respect, understanding, and happiness.

Namaste.

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Well, here’s to Number One of the “Weekly Wellness Newsletter”!

It’s been a while (too long in my opinion - however, timing is everything right?) figuring out a structure for a weekly newsletter and what I’d like to share with you every week. I’ve settled on the following:

1. A quote that catches my attention or hits a chord that I feel like sharing with you. It could be about yoga, philosophy, healing, self-development, motivation, etc.

2. A question to ponder. It might be a question I’m asking myself or one that someone has recently asked me. It could relate to the natural theme of the newsletter or be totally random but still related to growing your bliss.

3. A self-care tip. This could be anything from DIY projects to simply remembering to smile. I’ve encountered so many wellness tips, healing techniques, and self-care tricks that I’d love to share with you. And I’m sure I’ll continue encountering many more.

4. Something insightful. This could be something that I have experienced during my week that I thought was profound and worth sharing, or something insightful that others have shared with me that I want to pass along to you.

5. A Spiritual Message. I’ve been feeling the need to connect with my Oracle and Tarot decks more and more, and so I thought why not pull a card for the week and share a spiritual message? Each week, I’ll pull one card and share my interpretation without straying too far from the meaning in the booklet. I’ll meditate on the card and see how the energy comes through for the collective consciousness.

Along with these weekly topics, I’ll share information about upcoming classes, sessions, podcast episodes, workshops, and any other news worth noting. This is an exciting new chapter for Blooming Euphoria and I’m feeling blessed to be connecting with all of you in this way. So, as always, thank you for your energy and support!

“Asana practice is a process for being present in the moment with an abiding sense of freedom and wholeness that brings about an experience of being fully alive, energized, and in bliss.” - Mark Stephens

Last week, I read this in my “Teaching Yoga” book by Mark Stephens. I think it was the word “bliss” that caught my attention because that is what Blooming Euphoria is all about: creating bliss in your life.

Asanas are the “seated poses” in yoga practice and are meant to prepare you for pranayama (controlled breathing) and meditation. They connect you to your body, mind, breath, and Spirit. By calming the mind, releasing emotions, strengthening the physical body, and awakening you to Spirit, they can bring you into the present moment and help you heal on a holistic level.

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When we grow and evolve our souls, our frequency changes, and sometimes we lose friends or people we know that no longer resonate with this new version of ourselves that we’re creating. And that’s okay.

We can always ask ourselves what we’ve learned from that relationship or encounter. What did they reflect to us or show us about ourselves? I believe we’re always learning from other people as they in some way, shape, or form, reflect a part of us that we don’t necessarily want to see. When we sit in reflection about our experience with another, we can realize why they were in our life. Did they show up for a reason, a season, or a lifetime?

Turn off your social media notifications for a day and observe how often you habitually pick up your phone or head to your computer to check them. Being aware of how often you consciously check your notifications versus how often you unconsciously check them can provide some insight into your habits.

I have done this many times, testing myself, and I always catch myself clicking on my Instagram icon automatically - even when I’ve uninstalled it! Test failed. But not completely, because I do gain more self-awareness in how often I subconsciously check the app and this awareness grows into more conscious action.

For many years now, we seem to be glued to technology, always awaiting that instant gratification or satisfaction. This has taught us to need or crave stimulation all of the time; we lose our patience, can’t sit still, need to be doing a gazillion things at once, and then wonder why we experience labels like “ADD” and “ADHD”. It’s no wonder we all have a difficult time focusing! There are too many things to focus on, and most of it comes from our fingertips and a device we carry with us 24/7. Put the phone down. Or at least turn some notifications off so you’re not checking it all the time.

Be still. Live in the present moment. Maybe notice all the colours around you and how vibrant they are. What sounds can you hear in the distance? How do you feel in your body right now? How are you breathing? Are you breathing? (joking, but I think we all wonder sometimes if we were just breathing a few moments ago…).

When we’re not mentally stimulating ourselves, we can learn to quiet the mind, calm the nervous system, connect with our body and soul, and appreciate what we’re experiencing in the here and now.

Nightingale Spirit: Love is all around.

Nightingale Spirit reminds us that even in the darkest of times, the light will always shine again. It is through the darkness that we level-up in our self-awareness and personal growth. We learn the shadow parts of ourselves and confront feelings of emptiness. I feel like this can relate to the instant gratification or satisfaction when we look for something outside of us to fulfill us; to fill a “void” or a feeling of emptiness.

Nightingale Spirit shows us through it’s song that love is surrounding us all of the time - supporting us through our personal and spiritual growth - through our shadow work and enlightenment journey. In all the “empty” or dark space within you, in your life, the cosmos, and the universe, there is still always love to be found. Love is everywhere, just waiting to be noticed.

If you resonate with anything in the newsletter this week, I’d love to know your thoughts, answer your questions, or connect with your comments below.

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Have a wonderful week beautiful souls!

Namaste.

With Gratitude,

In my post last Monday, I talked about how I feel things deeply and that I needed a deeper meaning to why I’m in Hawaii.

I should’ve mentioned that being there with my Dad meant a lot too. The last time I was in Hawaii I was 14-months-old. My Dad was there for work and so my Mum and I tagged along for a vacation! Apparently, I was a little rebel way back then because I stole a Snuffleupagus toy from an ABC store and they found it stuffed in my stroller. Ha! My Mum and Dad didn’t realize until we had left the store. Oops…

Anyways, my Dad helped to build the tourism submarines in Hawaii with a company called Atlantis. He designed all of the electrical work and was lucky enough to travel the world when I was a little girl. It has been a dream and a goal of ours to one day travel to a destination of one of the submarines and take a ride together.

It only took 30 years…

We finally took a ride in Atlantis XIV, the submarine he was building the year I was born (1994). He had to take a week break from work to come home for my entrance into the world! It’s the submarine’s 30th birthday this year, as was mine…

We walked down to the Waikiki beach, just outside of the Hilton hotel, where the Atlantis ticket booth was, checked into our tour, and then headed towards the port for the shuttle boat.

As we were sitting there waiting for the shuttle to arrive, a sea turtle was gracefully swimming in the water next to the dock. He attracted the attention of all the tourists and hung around for quite a while, poking his little head out of the water here and there as if to say “Hi”.

When the shuttle boat finally arrived, my Dad said hello to some fellow co-workers onboard and we took a seat up at the top so we could catch the cool breeze in the hot sun. We chatted with one of the Captains for a moment, enjoyed the scenic views, and then caught the surfacing of the submarine we were about to embark on.

We were lucky enough (maybe it was not so much luck as who you know…) to get the VIP seats up at the very front of the submarine. As we took a seat I could feel the excitement rising inside of me. What would we see today!? When I rode in the Atlantis submarine in Cozumel, I saw a stingray and an eel. So I was looking forward to seeing some cool sea creatures this time around too.

There were many types of fish, some sea urchins, and coral on the structures that lay on the bottom of the ocean. Many of the objects were put there by Atlantis to support coral life and provide protection for the fish. It was pretty cool to see all the fishies swimming around in their home environment, reminding me of the movie “Finding Nemo”. We also saw a giant turtle hanging out in a dark spot within one of the structures. He looked like a massive rock sitting there that you almost couldn’t notice him.

About three quarters through the tour, we saw something even more magnificent. A shark had appeared on the starboard side (we were sitting on the port side) and some people were able to catch a quick glimpse before he disappeared! I caught a quick glimpse myself but felt eager to see him again. The sub turned around (they make sure both sides see the same views to make it fair), and we drove by the area where the shark had been.

“Please come back and show us yourself”, I was telepathically calling to the shark in my head. Feeling it in my being, I was doing my best to attract the experience I wanted; which was catching a better view of the shark. Sure enough, just moments later, he made another appearance. One that was even better than I had imagined, and I was able to get an amazing video of him. It was like my “prayer”, you could call it, was answered and he even did a little 180 degree turn for us so we could see him from all angles. What a show off!

The tour ended pretty soon after that. Gracie, our tour guide, mentioned some interesting facts about the sea creatures during our ride. Apparently, female turtles have shorter tails and flatter shells than male turtles. I also learned that jellyfish are in tune with the moon phases and travel closer towards the shore just after a full moon.

As we ascended to the surface of the water, I felt grateful for the chance to have finally taken a submarine ride with my Dad. And to see a shark was an added bonus to the experience!

We unloaded back onto the shuttle boat while the new round of tourists started loading on for the next tour. As we were floating away from the submarine, we had the chance to see it submerge into the water and disappear into the deep sea. As we were doing that, a pod of about fifteen dolphins came diving over to us with excitement and spring in their energy! They were jumping in and out of the water and started following the shuttle boat back to the dock for some time. My video of them wasn’t good enough quality to post anything here, unfortunately. But it was quite the experience to see that many dolphins at once!

What an incredible experience. One I will never forget.

I started to feel a stronger connection with the ocean while I was down there. There was a beautiful stillness inside of me, like a meditation, and a deep feeling that I needed to connect with the water even more once I got home. I think it might be time to finally get my scuba diving certification and get more in touch with sea life.

The ocean has seemed to call to me a lot more actually, especially over the last few years since I’ve started travelling. I always forget that I’ve had a connection to the ocean all of my life. With my Dad through his work and my Mum by growing up as a kid and sailing with my Grandfather. It doesn’t surprise me that I’ve ended up moving to an island surrounded by the pacific ocean.

It has been on my mind for years to donate to an ocean cleanup project. After this submarine experience, I did some research and have finally decided that I will donate $1 each month from all of my paid subscribers to The Ocean Cleanup, an organization that cleans up plastic from the ocean and the rivers before it even reaches the ocean.

So, if you are supporting my work already as a paid subscriber (thank you!) or you’re thinking of becoming a paid subscriber, please know that I’ll be donating $1 a month from your subscription to this wonderful organization to help clean up our ocean water. Thank you for all for your continued support in my writing; it comes from deep within my heart and soul.

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Namaste.

With Gratitude,

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