Joy Is Important too...

Hello and welcome to June~

I hope this finds you well and enjoying a little bit of down time for yourself today. As we enjoy the final weeks of Spring here in the Northern Hemisphere and prepare for Summer to bring in the heat and all that comes with summer on June 21st; I wanted to send you a little note about a strong theme that’s been showing up for this month.

Joy is important too, and so are you.

This is the message that keeps coming through when I ask about the themes and messages for this month and this new energy. It may seem simple and in many ways it is, which is why it’s also so significant and so powerful. You may feel an emotional response while reading this statement because so often both of these aspects are sidelined for other things.

Joy is important too, and so are you.

There are lots of news stories, local and global which can feel stressful, overwhelming, and heavy which is something that I know you already know. Over time, this continued experience can take a toll. At first, it may show up in seemingly small ways; a tight jaw, stress or pain in the neck, shoulders, or back. Then, maybe in other ways too, feelings of exhaustion, lethargy, or even sadness. Then, one day you may realize that you don’t really remember when you felt like your real self. These kinds of experiences are a shared experience but often highly sensitive souls like yourself don’t talk about them or ask for help. Not because you don’t want support, but because you’re very accustomed to taking care of everything and everyone. It feels natural for you to see what needs to get done and then to get to it and begin checking things off the list. This is absolutely important and as a responsible adult, you know that if it is to be it’s up to me. During this process, sometimes, the highly sensitive soul can begin to sideline their own needs, their own care, and their own personal life. Things like, I’ll add to this to the list tomorrow, or when things get a little less stressful, or when I get around to it, or these other things and people need me more right now… Any combination of these things or maybe something else entirely that has kept you sidelining your own needs during this stressful time can create a palpable impact.

This is definitely not a message about not taking good care of the things and people that are important to you. This is definitely not a message about not honoring your responsible style and insights that you have about what’s happening in your life and the world around you.
Instead, it’s a message about honoring you.
Yes, you.
You are important.
You, the real you.
You matter.

The things that bring you joy, true joy are important, valuable, and an investment in all aspects of your life. As you invest in your joy, everyone in your circle benefits. So, if in the past you’ve worked on balancing giving and receiving, you can see this as an opportunity to give to others as you allow yourself to receive and invest in yourself. So, what does this mean and what does this look like? It looks like you actually placing yourself back onto your list and at the top. It looks like you making space for the things that matter to you. Taking 5 minutes to enjoy your cup of tea while it’s still hot; fully enjoying it while being present. It looks like listening to music just for fun. It looks like going for a walk, swim, or bike ride purely for yourself to enjoy that experience. It means calling a friend to chat and laugh and catch up for the sake of enjoying one another’s company. It means allowing yourself to use the good plates just because you love them. It means trying a new recipe because it’s been sitting in a pile of things to try for a long time…but you haven’t made it because you’re nervous about it not working out so you wait for a more perfect time. It means doing 1 thing each day for you that brings you true joy.

You may have been so far removed from this practice that you aren’t sure what brings you joy anymore. That’s okay. In fact, this means that you now have an opportunity to try some things that brought you joy in the past to see if they still resonate for you. It also means that you get to try new things too so you can find what truly brings you joy right now in this place in your life. If you feel a little bit stuck on where to start, that’s okay. If you have someone in your life that you really trust, you can ask them what kinds of things you used to enjoy and what kinds of things brought you true joy. Sometimes we need reminders from people who love us and then it can help to unlock the feeling of not knowing and get you inspired and moving forward. You can also look through old journals, pictures, or things that you have around you to help ignite your inspiration.

This isn’t one more thing to add to your daily to do list.
You are not one more thing to add to your to do list.
You are important and a priority in your own life.

This is a time to reconnect to you and to your true self by honoring your investment in joy and in yourself. You don’t have to spend money doing this, it’s about choosing to make yourself a priority in your day. For some people, this may be a brand new practice and for others it may be a return to something they haven’t done in a long time. No matter where you find yourself in this message, this is an opportunity to practice taking care of yourself and taking care of what brings you joy. Maybe it will be in recapturing quiet moments that you’ve dedicated to other things and people for some time. Maybe it will be in getting back to doing something you love that you set down along the way for other things and people. Maybe it will be ____________. It’s not about what it is that you do, it’s that you choose yourself in whatever ways you feel guided each day. It’s about not putting yourself on the when I get everything else finished list. It’s about remembering that Joy is important too, and so are you. The truth is that no matter how well organized, thoughtful, committed, and responsible you are, there will always be something else that needs to be done or added to “the list” tomorrow. There will always be something stressful or challenging happening; sometimes in our personal circle, sometimes outside of that circle. However, by practicing this important theme in your own life, you’ll be able to shift into a space where your joy and your life are a priority while you also support and care for the people in your life you’re guided to support.

This message for June is so prescient, there is a sense of urgency for us to sharpen this tool now. There’s a message that as we move into this new month and new season, we can create a positive daily habit that will support us as we move through the remainder of this year. Even 5 minutes makes a positive impact and investment into your day, your spirit, and in the way you move through the world. What can you do today to experience joy, true joy? You are worth investing in your overall quality of life by taking good care of yourself. Start by choosing 1 thing today.

If you would like support from your angels in this shift to making yourself and your joy a priority, you may feel guided to work with Archangel Michael, Archangel Raphael, or Archangel Ariel. You can also ask your guides to give you support, ideas, and insight about ways to support you as well.

If you would like to work with me for some insight, specific messages, or support in this area or anything that is showing up for you right now, I would love to support you through a private session. I know there’s a lot happening right now and I’m here for you if you’d like my help.

 I know that June can also bring up schedule shifts for people as they adjust to school being out for the summer break. If you would like to schedule a session but need a day or time that is not listed, please send me a note and we’ll find a time that works for both of us.

I’m wishing you a very gentle June filled with things and people that rise up to greet you and help you to feel seen, appreciated, and filled with joy.

As always, I’m sending you love and support from my teeny tiny corner of the world, straight to you!

With love and deepest gratitude,
Kristy~

P.S. A very happy Father’s Day to those of you who are celebrating this month.

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April | Energy Upswell

Hello,
Happy April, I hope this finds you well as we welcome a new month and begin to enjoy this new season. It’s the first full month of the Spring season here in the Northern Hemisphere and little signs of Spring are beginning to pop up here and there every single day. Have you been noticing signs of this new season as you move through your day to day routine too? It’s almost as if these changes are happening at night while we’re sleeping and if we don’t get outside to see it, we may miss this magical process and unfurling that’s happening all around us. When we do get outside, it’s easy to see this new season waking up and reminding us that there’s an upswell of energy happening. That upswell of energy is happening within us too, in equal measure to the shifts and changes that we see happening around us within Mother Nature.

Can you feel some of those shifts in energy happening within you? It’s almost as if an internal alarm clock begins to chime, waking us up to this new surge of energy and encouraging us to get moving. You may actually notice that you physically have more energy than you had even a few weeks ago. You may notice that you’re feeling increased inspiration, experiencing more ideas, and want to begin taking action. You may also notice that your body wants to get moving too. If you’re finding these to be true for you then you’re hearing the call to action that’s happening right now.

With this renewed energy, momentum, and inspiration you can tune into and channel this “fresh start energy” to support you in moving forward in the ways that feel right for you. You may find that there are several areas or themes that are showing up for you and you’re being guided to let yourself enjoy this process and get going. There’s no one way or right way to do this, but rather the ways that are right for you. The big theme that’s showing up right now is about moving with this upswell of energy and allowing it to be a support system. It’s up to us to choose to move with the energy that’s occurring right now. Even taking one step in the direction of forward motion will automatically create momentum for you. This energy is filled with a feeling of being encouraged, uplifted, and almost cheered on and you can see this reflected in all of the new life outside, the bright colors from the flowers, the trees, and sunnier skies.

Sometimes this energy brings with it encouragement to move your body more, to drink more water, and to reevaluate the foods that you’ve been eating and opt for some lighter options in addition to your favorites. There’s also a message about increasing our self care and focusing on ways to increase our overall strength, within our bodies and also within our sense of self. You may find that you’re being guided to get back to a workout practice that you’ve stepped away from for whatever reason. You may also find that you’re being guided to spend some time in quiet respite to get clear about things that are working well for you and that honor you as well as some things that may have served their purpose and are ready to be cleared and released. You may find that you’re being guided to circle back to a project that you set down due to other things that may have needed your attention. Maybe you’re ready to start something new that you’ve been wanting to dig into and have been waiting for this exact moment to get started. No matter what it looks like for you, the energy is ripe with opportunity, encouragement, and an upswell to add support as you move into this forward momentum.

I would love to support you as you lean into this new energy happening right now. We can look at some of the personal themes that are showing up for you and ways to support you in getting into the flow of this momentum energy. We can look at something completely different too, whatever feels prescient for you right now; I’m here.

I’m looking forward to hearing about all the things that are blooming for you right now and how you’re enjoying this new Spring time energy. Please feel free to drop me a note and let me know how it’s going for you.

As always, I’m sending you love and support from my teeny tiny corner of the world, straight to you!

With love and gratitude,
Kristy~

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Smudging 101

Smudging 101

Smudging is a form of space clearing that’s been used for generations to cleanse, uplift, and shift physical spaces, outdoor spaces, people, pets, and objects. Smudging with Sage helps to move out stale dense, or negative energy. It can also be used to purify air and to clear away germs and bacteria.

Space clearing helps to move out stale or dense energy and makes space for the new to come into our lives. Space clearing helps to lighten and brighten the feeling, vibration, and quality of the space and it's something that you, your loved ones, and pets will feel and benefit from.

• If you or a loved one who lives with you suffers from Asthma or other breathing issues, Smudging is NOT the best Space Clearing option for you and you should use a different method to clear your home.

• If you live in an apartment, you may need to check your building regulations to check to see if you’re allowed to burn sage. If not, you should use a different method to clear your home.

You can find sage bundles at most health food stores or you can make your own.
You can add a rosemary bundle to your sage, lavender, or roses if you feel guided.
If you want to create your own bundles just make sure to use natural fibers to wrap your herbs.
Do Not use acrylic or other synthetics fibers to wrap your sage bundles.
If you want to add additional herbs or flowers to your sage bundle you may want to research the meaning for each flower you choose. You can easily find the flower meanings with a quick internet search. Each flower or herb that you choose has its own special clearing and healing element supporting a deep clearing of your home and or office space. 
 

Choose a non-flammable dish to rest under your bundle so you don't get embers on your furniture or flooring. (Some people use abalone shells but you can choose whatever is right for you.)

Then open all your windows so the old energy can move out when you begin smudging.
This is also important because your space will be filling with smoke and you want to avoid your smoke alarm being activated.
You may also want to turn on any ceiling fans to help circulate the air.

Before you begin you can set intentions for your space and your clearing; you can ask your angels to be with you and support the clearing process, or anything that feels right for you.

Then light your sage bundle carefully, it may take a minute to light and begin to produce smoke.

Begin moving throughout your home, office, or other space allowing your sage to waft. Make sure that you smudge behind doors, in corners, under furniture if possible, and in places or spaces that aren’t used very often. If there are any rooms or areas that feel off to you, spend more time in there allowing the sage to clear and waft over the entire space. Walk into and around every room you’re clearing.

Smudge electronics, televisions, routers, cell phones, websites, social media accounts etc.
You can bring the online accounts or websites you would like to clear up on your device and clear them with the smoke.

Continue smudging until you’ve cleared every space. If you’re clearing your home, make sure that you clear the front and back doors, and every door leading to the outside especially well. Clear both sides of the doors, so you’ll have to go outside to do this.

Clear your property and any out buildings you have including garages and sheds.
If there are weird spots on your property, spend more time clearing those areas.

You'll feel the space shift and snap, similar to snapping a sheet as the space clears of old energy.
You may notice a deep calm come over the space, you, and anyone else in the space. Sometimes the space will feel and even look bigger after it’s been cleared. There is a palpable shift and you'll feel it. When you're finished make sure you stop your bundle from burning, you may want to use some water to ensure that it's out. Place your smudge bundle and your dish somewhere that it will be safe so you can smudge again when you feel guided. You can continue to use the same smudge bundle until it’s completely gone.

Smudging is a powerful tool to keep your spaces uplifted, supportive, and feeling like you.
I hope you’ll enjoy this method of space clearing as much as I do.

Love,
Kristy~ xoxo

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