When you open your heart to Love, all that was good before, will be great.  When you open your soul to the possibilities that the universe has in store for you, you welcome all of the blessings that you are so deserving of.  We are all God's children and we all equally deserve abundance.  However, there's a catch...how hard are you willing to work for it?!  Remember, the seeds that you plant today, you get to reap the rewards tomorrow.  Please don't get discouraged, think of the wealth of wisdom you will gain on your journey and the experience that make you that much wiser and richer. 

With careful planning,....I, for one, am a patient-person in training.  What does this mean?  It means I'm learning to be more patient.  As much as I want the abundance to come now at the beginning of my journey and career change,  I know that it takes time and right now, time is all the luxury I have to spend; to invest in learning the ropes of my new career, my life's purpose.  For those of you whom decided to go forth with making your dreams into reality--keep going, remember to have faith that all will work out for the best.  For those of you who are sitting on the fence, what are you waiting for?!  Marinate on this--even the baby steps to realizing and working towards your dreams is a step, nonetheless.  Again, doing something is better than doing nothing at all.  No time for regrets--only time for action.  You're probably wondering ok, I'm happy with what I do for a living, but I want to work on my overall health and well-being.  Do it NOW.  Again, start off slow, pace yourself until you get to that place where you can take off on a sprint! 

So, My Loves, I'll leave you with this thought from Mr. Robert Brealt, "Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things."  I can't say this enough--patience is the key to any and all journeys; you're going to be fine.  Until next week, I bid you All love, light and compassion.

~Maria

Ha!  I knew I’d get your attention with a title like that!  This is my second week that I’ve actually tried to quit smoking; ok—so I’m weaning myself off the cig.  I. Have. Control.  I’ve cut down from 1.5 packs (20 cigarettes per pack) a day to 2 cigarettes per day and this is day 15.  This works for me, I feel more hopeful than I did listening to everyone’s tales of how they quit smoking; and everything I have read on the internet.  There’s nothing wrong with their way, it’s exactly that--their way, which is why it worked for them.  I need to devise a permanent smokeless plan, one that will work for me.  I’m looking at the big picture and taking the necessary steps needed to permanently “kick this habit.”  All I need from you, My Loves, is your support.  In this I mean, don’t judge me nor do I need a constant reminder of how many cigarettes I’m limiting myself to NOR do I need to constantly hear from you Beautiful People “how disgusting it is to smoke” or that “it’s bad for you.”  Hello?!  Don’t you think I know this?!  Which is why I’m doing what I need to do to quit!  Sheesh! 

1.        Long-term goal v. short-term goal.  What do I want to accomplish?  I want to permanently quit smoking for better health and huge savings; so I can come into full-circle with my life’s purpose.  Keeping and maintaining a beautiful and light energy. 

2.       Dig a little deeper.  What is causing me to smoke?  How do I feel when I light up that cigarette? I used to blame it on stress; not anymore, because I choose not to stress out.  I felt that lighter when I lit that cigarette.  Then, I realized that if I breathed very slowly to get rid of any stress—it might just work.  So, the next time I was stressed out, I inhaled (w/out the cigarette) and exhaled as if I was blowing smoking—By golly, it worked.  Aha—I need to breathe w/out the smoke to let go!  LOL!!!

I have also incorporated my Angel Reiki, which I perform on myself 2-3 times a week to clear away any lower energy that my smoking might attract.  Please send plenty of love & compassion my way.  Till next week, I bid you all love, light & blessings.
 
~Maria

My inspiration for this week is Love.  I look at my two best friends and my son and I realize how blessed I am to see them filled with love and happiness with their significant others; and there's no doubt, way deep in my heart that I wish I had that kind of love back in my life.  Then, I hear a whisper in my heart telling me "in time, my child--you will have great love again."  At the same time, I feel the love because I choose to look at the world thru the eyes of love and compassion; and if I'm not sure about something or someone, I rely on spirit to help me discern what is for my highest good (and of course, I also rely on good old-fashion common sense).  

I have plenty of love surrounding me now; so no, I'm in no hurry and I'll let Divine timing take its place.  After all, what is rightfully mine will never be taken away.  I'm hopeful--loving and caring for me is what is most important now.  Always remember this, My Loves:  Love, true love, will never hold you back.  Till next week, I bid you All love, light & compassion.

~Maria

"I am because you are." - Deepak Chopra

Insecure is defined by Merriam-Webster as "not confident or sure."  What makes us insecure of ourselves, therefore self-conscious of ourselves?  Ah yes, the age-old question.  We come up with every possible answer, but the basis of those answers stem from fear; fear of judgment, fear of non-acceptance -- "Oh My God, what are people going to say about me?! or I don't want to give them  something to talk about."  Well, would it be safe to say that we are individuals, so what does it really matter what others would think of us?  We can't help that there are always going to be negative people in the world but it is a relief to know that we have the choice:  to put up with that kind of attitude or stay away from it.  Bottom line:  No one deserves that negativity. 

I've learned that others' comments, rather judgments, are a reflection of their own insecurities--so I shouldn't take it personal.  But in order for me not to take it personal, I need to shut it down before it drags on.  For example, if a loved one were to tell me something like "you're such a bitch." My response to that is "[please] take a look at yourself in the mirror" or I may even include what Mr. Chopra said, "I am because you are."  Plain and simple. OR I can simply walk away from it because I know it isn't true.  Basically, if you don't have nothing nice to say, then don't say anything at all.  HOWEVER, don't get this twisted, I'm perfect in my imperfections--therefore I hope one doesn't catch me on a bad day >:o).   Till next week, I bid you All love, light and compassion.

~Maria

Mommy, Happy Birthday to You!  I love and appreciate you so much, My Diyosa.  You're my light on this journey of life and you always say the right words to get me back on track.  Thank God for You--You're the best!  Enjoy your day!