April 9, 2016
Insight.Reflection.Chance Connection
When you are being pushed in a new direction whether it be self-directed or not, know that you are being guided to achieve excellence. It may not always feel that way when you are immersed in it, but you will end up surprising yourself if you stay true to your heart. The trick or goal is to stay happy and positive and trust that the universe has your best interest in mind. Surround yourself with happy people. Spend time in nature or with animals. Animals are silent miracle workers. Be inquisitive. Find out how other people navigated their way to success. It’s important not to get complacent and to take action that propels you in a new direction. Chose a path that resonates with you and infuses you with energy. Take the first step, and the energy will gain momentum to carry you to the next step, and so on. You may need to simplify other areas in your life to create the white space for change to occur.
An important lesson I learned recently is that in order to create change and receive abundance you must learn to forgive others for your grievances. Our minds and spirits are like vessels. In order to take in the abundance that is awaiting you, you must be open to receive it. “You can experience a grievance OR a miracle, but not both simultaneously. So ask yourself: Who have you not forgiven? If you are angry or resentful with yourself or others, it will block you from receiving abundance. Do the necessary work to shift yourself from a place of fear to love. Pray or meditate on forgiveness for those that you have grievances with and the alchemy will shift. You will find that either that person changes their behavior or that their behavior no longer bothers you.” Marianne Williamson, from “A Course in Miracles”. Through forgiveness we create space for compassion and for miracles to occur.
If the mood fits, wear it.
My happy place is in nature, and spending time in silence with animals. Additionally, I enjoy luxuriating in fine fabrics of pure linen and cotton. I’m willing to spend a little more to get good quality because it feels good against my skin and the silhouette drapes naturally over my curves. I find so many retailers across all market channels—high end and value chain—manufacturing garments with synthetic fibers such as: model, rayon, and polyester. Not only does the drape or silhouette cling against your bumps and curves, but the synthetic fibers bring discomfort. Ultimately the garment loses its shape after a few wears and it becomes disposable, while the price-points remain high. I check every tag on every garment and I am careful to purchase garments using only natural fibers. It’s like finding a needle in a hay-stack.
One of my most trusted brands is CP Shades, manufactured in San Francisco. I’m wearing the Mara dress in 100% linen. Scarf by Banana Republic, 100% Cotton.
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