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New beginning.

Veronica — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 03:58:09 GMT

Any advice on how I can make a prosperous living as a Reiki II Practitioner, Herbalist, Empath and Clairsentient? Where and or how to begin?

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ordering supplies

Dizzy D — Thu, 15 May 2008 06:12:10 GMT

Do you order most of your supplies online or do you have a nice little local shop?

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SunFest 08

WizardsAura — Sun, 25 May 2008 02:28:21 GMT

Through The Ages With The Norse, June 19-22, 2008

Join us for a Norse celebration of Litha.

Ritual will include a Blöt, Sumbel, and potluck feast.

The festival will be held southeast of Lincoln City on the Oregon Coast.

The site feels as though the Mother is holding you in her hands.

There will be drumming, dancing around the huge bonfire, workshops, teens' fire, crafts, meditations, and, of course, merchants of Pagan wares.

Registration Fee's :
Adults $60
13-17 $30
6-12 $20
0-5 $5

Come one, come all and visit www.owow.org for registration.

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Form and Essence

Maggie — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 15:08:49 GMT

As a Priestess of Prosperity, I've incorporated a lot of
different ideas in my work throughout the
years. Some things work for some people and not for others.
Some things I enjoy doing (or saying, or thinking); other things
I don't enjoy. Magic works so much better when it is fun and
satisfying!

One of my favorite spiritual teachers here on the Earth plane is
Marion Weinstein. Marion is aWitch and a stand-up comedienne,
or, as she sometimes calls herself, a "stand-up Witch."
She wrote a great book called _Positive Magic (Occult
Self-Help)_. I've learned a lot from her,not only through her
words, but in her attitude. Here's some of the guidelines she's
given:

"The Only Law of witchcraft is The Threefold Law: Everything you
do comes back to you three times."

"Earth Magic works Threefold: The Work is stated and performed in
the World of Form, It goes out into the Invisible World,
And comes back to manifest in the World of Form."

"All work is for the good of all only
And according to free will--
Thus harming none."

"This means: no cursing, no harming. This means: no stated
negatives, and all negatives are taken OUT OF THE LAW. (The Law
of Cause and Effect.) This does not mean to DENY the Dark.
We ACKNOWLEDGE it, use it positively, strip it of all negative
power, and Turn It To Good."

"The magic of the witch connects the Cosmic to the Earth. Witch
magic is visible, tangible, and practical. But the Overview is
essential.
"Thus we work in linear time, using the Law of Cause and Effect.
We work with linear time, knowing full well that time is not
necessarily linear, but all-at-once. All time coexists, and it
is BECAUSE we are aware of this Overview that we are able to see
the future, and to work magic forwards (and backwards) in linear
time.
"We work with the World of Form, and in it our magic manifests to
the five senses. Our techniques also employ the five
senses...even though we know full well that space is not defined
by what we touch, see, hear, smell or taste. We know that all
space coexists, limited only by perception. With the Overview,
our perception is the sixth' sense--the Spirit, represented in
the pentagram by the Circle which encompasses All."

"For Earth Magic, we use words, thoughts, images, ideas and
rituals to activate our work. We employ the basic, standard
occult Principles to connect the Worlds. We follow the basic
Words of Power techniques....
1. There is One Power,
2. The Power includes All.
3. We are all perfect microcosms of the Power
(Thus we are linked to all beings.).
4. Every being has Free Will and all work for the
Good of all.
5. As microcosms of the One Power which includes All,
we draw upon whichever aspect of the Power we wish
to use, for whatever goals we state.
6. We affirm that the work goes out into the Law of Cause
And Effect, and that it is done.

"We follow this sequence of ideas, with one important difference:
the use of Alignments.' An Alignment is the direct connection
which can be drawn between Deity and witch. This powerful
link in effect combines steps 2, 3 and 5 above."

Now, Marion draws a distinction between working for FORM
and working for ESSENCE. Sometimes we know the Form of
what we want (a new car) and sometimes we know the Essence
of what we want (to be able to travel comfortably, efficiently,
and in style).

Here is an example of working for FORM:

"Perhaps you have the money you need to purchase something, but
want to make sure that you spend your money wisely. For example,
say you want to buy a car, have saved for it, and now
you want to make sure that you get the right one, but that you
don't know much about cars...Even when working for a specific
form, it is helpful to think about the category (in terms of
essence) under which you could classify' that particular form.
You might ask, What do I need (in terms of essence) in order to
draw into my life the right car for me?' You might get the
answer: Wisdom and abundance.' Then you might say something
like:

There is One Power
Which is perfect abundance and wisdom.
I am a perfect manifestation of that Power.
I know my own abundance and wisdom
By drawing into my life and my possession
The perfect car for me which fulfills all my needs,
For the good of all,
According to free will.
And so it must be.

"Then, you would act in accordance (shop around, ask questions,
read consumer reports) and find the perfect car for you! (In the
example given, the person found a reasonably priced, newly
painted VW that was used, but in perfect working condition, with
a friendly owner who years later was still available for
questioning, and with a friendly garage where the repair people
were familiar with that car.)"

Here's two examples of working for ESSENCE:

"Jack wants to release from his life the feeling that he never
has enough money.' He specifically chooses as his goal the sum
of $35,000' to see his family and himself through a certain
period of time and to pay old debts. Then he stops and thinks,
No, this is a form. What is the essence of what I really want?'
He then chooses and states the goal: the essence of financial
security for myself and my loved ones.' He includes in his Words
of Power statement the release of any feeling of deprivation or
insecurity.' Soon the results of his work manifest in many ways:
a raise of salary, then an opportunity to open a small part-time
business of his own. The small part-time business grows into a
large full-time business, and after 2 years time he has $65,000.
In this case, working for a specific form, a specific amount of
money, would have been a limitation."

"Emily needed to make some changes in her life, made a list, and
saw that conditions looked quite complicated. She was a dance
teacher with a new baby. Emily and her husband had been living
in an apartment which doubled as a dance studio, but now the baby
needed a room too. The apartment was too small. They didn't
want to pay much more rent, she didn't want to leave the
neighborhood where she had local students, and her husband found
their home convenient for commuting. Should she phrase her Words
of Power for the goal of "a separate dance studio"?
Or "a new place of work for her husband"? Or "a new group of
students"? Or "the right day-care center"? Or "a job teaching
somewhere else"? Forms. The essences, Emily and her husband
finally decided, were the most appropriate living and working
conditions for the whole family.'

"They worked their Words of Power with this goal. The results
were as complex as the needs and absolutely perfect' for
everyone. Emily and her husband found an apartment in the same
neighborhood, reasonably priced, which had an extra living room,
and dining room. The landlord allowed them to break down a
dividing wall, and Emily then had a perfectly sized dance studio.
The apartment had room for the baby, plus an extra bedroom. The
couple rented this out to a young woman student, who gladly
became the resident baby sitter. Emily's students found the
location perfect. Emily's husband still commuted with ease, the
student had a friendly home, the baby had a new older
sister'--and the entire solution was resolved for the good of
all."

So who chooses the forms? "Your subconscious mind, also known as
the Universal Power, the God, the Goddess, the eternal souls of
everyone involved." As Marion says, "Remember, the
World of Form is more flexible than we may think!"

I have used this method a lot...and I especially like those
terms: For the Good of All, According to Free Will. They seem to
break down barriers and bring people into alignment and
harmony.

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An Inconvenient Truth Presentation

WizardsAura — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:21:58 GMT

Other Worlds of Wonder Sponsors
An Inconvenient Truth Presentation
By Official Presenter Ezra Eckmeyer
Sunday, March 23rd @1 P.M.
Multnomah County Library, Midland Branch
805 S.E. 122nd Avenue Portland, OR 97233
Raise your awareness, and discuss strategies each of us can be involved in to address global warming.

This is a fund raiser for Pagan Land
Donations gladly accepted
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OWOW is a federally recognized 501c3

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Do you make a living with your faith?

Vashti — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 00:15:19 GMT

Just curious, I've always wanted to just be completely immersed in my beliefs and way of life so much so that i'm able to make a living with it. If I were in the city, I'd spend my retirement to own an occult book store. Alas, I live in the country and you just can't make a living with that surrounded by christian farmers. So, I'm looking to peddle wares online.

Wonderfing though, any others out there that make a living with pagan products or offering spiritual services? What do you think about what you do? Do you feel blessed to bring enlightenment to the masses? Do you feel like a fast food spiritualist, or do you equate your business with the psychic hotline?

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Blessed and Happy Samhain!

Qamars_Treasures — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 22:03:22 GMT

Happy Samhain everyone!

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Witches Ball veteran ~ Come hear my songs!

willowlama — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:56:59 GMT

Hi Everyone! I was hoping to make some friends, re-connect with old friends too. Please come view my profile and hear my songs on the link provided! Peace Love and Music,

Willow ~ Telepathy

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help support Bioregional animist paganism

little lightening bolt — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 20:43:19 GMT

We are currently working on designing our own community portal for Bio-Regional Animism to help grow community both online and in your local bio-region. We need 135.00 USD for a year of web hosting and domain registration. Please donate whatever you are capable. To do so visit either bioregionalpaganism.blogspot.com/ or bioregionalanimism.blogspot.com/ and click on the Paypal donation button near the top. You should be able to donate via a active Paypal account or by credit card (though a small percent of credit card payments will be deducted from your amount as a charge for using credit card transaction) at least that is the theory . . . . any problems let me know.
people.tribe.net/fishbowl

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leaving a positive footprint

frank — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 17:11:47 GMT

Leaving A Positive Footprint
Blessing Space

Physical space acts like a sponge, absorbing the radiant of all who pass through it. And, more likely than not, the spaces we move through each day have seen many people come and go. We have no way of knowing whether the energy footprints left behind by those who preceded us will invigorate us or drain us. Yet we can control the energy footprint we leave behind for others. In blessing each space we enter, we orchestrate a subtle energy shift that affects not only our own experiences in that space but also the experiences of the individuals who will enter the space after us. While we may never see the effects our blessing has had, we can take comfort in the fact that we have provided grace for those that follow after us.

When you bless a room or an entire building, you leave a powerful message of love and light for all those who will come after you. Your blessings thus have myriad effects on the environments through which you pass. Old, stagnant energy is cleared, creating a vacuum into which fresh and invigorating energy can freely flow. The space is thus rendered harmonious and nourishing, and it becomes a hub from which positive feelings are transmitted. Intent is the key component of the blessings you leave in your physical wake. If your intent involves using your own consciousness as a tool for selflessly spreading grace, your blessings will never go awry. Whether you feel more comfortable performing a solo blessing or prefer to call upon your spirit guides for assistance, visualize each space you enter becoming free of toxins, chaos, and negativity as you speak your blessing. Then imagine the resultant emptiness being replaced by pure, healing white light and loving energy. Even a quic! k mindful thought of love can bless a space.

This type of blessing is cumulative and will grow each time you bestow it. Try blessing every home, business, and office you visit for an entire week and observing the effects of your goodwill. Your affirmative energy footprint will help brighten your day as you contemplate your blessing's future impact on your siblings in humanity and your environment.
blessed be
Frank

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pagan 12 step program

frank — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 23:06:20 GMT

i found a helpful 12 step program for those pagans who might have a
substance, or alcohol abuse problem...i found in the pagan community
that addiction runs rampid, and theres this thought that if your
witchcraft if done right you dont need a recovery program...well i
found that my magickal and spiritual energy has been inhanced greatly
using this program..im in recovery for alcohol, and go to A.A.
meetings regulary, and carry the message of the Goddess in what i
share to the group. i was met with open arms. anyway please give me
input on this, because its important to me
blessed be
Frank (Nevar)
members.aol.com/JehanaS/recovery.html
www.cyberwitch.com/pagan12step/
www.spiralrhythms.org/P12/
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pagans_In_Recovery
www.neopagan.net/PIR.html

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taking a trip

frank — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 13:55:21 GMT

Short Getaways
Taking A Day Trip

We tend to think of a vacation as something that requires an enormous amount of preparation, but small daylong excursions can be just as refreshing and fulfilling as their lengthier counterparts. A short drive can be the channel that transports you into a world of novel experiences and blissful relaxation. Solo day trips can be a wonderful way to unwind from the stresses of routine existence while simultaneously feeding the soul. And when you choose to share your day trip with someone you care about, a leisurely drive becomes a chance to talk about childhood, recall favorite songs, or simply spend time enjoying one another's presence.

You may be surprised to see how many day-trip possibilities exist within a mere hour's time from your home. Forests, beaches, lakes, mountains, rivers, and deserts can serve as the perfect spot for a minivacation. The physical and mental rejuvenation you experience in an unfamiliar and engaging setting are enhanced by meditation, journaling, deep breathing, or just being still with nature. Though the cost of gasoline can make taking a day trip seem frivolous, and our commitment to environmental well-being may cause us to hesitate before utilizing our cars in this manner, there are numerous ways we can effectively offset our carbon signature while still seeing to the needs of ourselves on a soul level.

Since day trips tend to require much smaller investments of time and money than traditional outings, you can enjoy a diverse range of experiences day by day. On one weekend, you may be motivated by a need to connect with your natural heritage to explore a vast state park or nature preserve. On another, your curiosity can inspire you to visit a historical site that has long piqued your interest. In the end, where you go will often be less important than your willingness to broaden your horizons by removing yourself from the environment already so familiar to you. Each minigetaway you take will imbue your existence with a sensation of renewal that prepares you for whatever lies ahead.

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law of harmony

frank — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 15:00:38 GMT

Law of Harmony

Laws are the dictates of nature. When adhered to, they produce harmony. Human laws ideally ought to reflect laws of nature. When they don't, then disharmony is created.

When we think of harmony we typically think of music, as this is a clearly seen, or heard, expression of harmony. When sounds are harmonious they are pleasing to us. When notes are combined in different ways they can produce chords, which are used to produce pieces of music we can enjoy together. What is interesting about this example is that for a chord to be produced from a combination of notes, each note must contribute to that formation. Otherwise, discord results from the disharmony.

When a note 'disregards' the whole of which it is a part and does its own thing, discord results. When an individual disregards others and is focused just on doing his or her own thing, disharmony is often created. Just as the note finds its true value in relation to what it contributes, so too humans find their personal value and deeper satisfaction in their contribution to others.

This contribution does not imply conformity, however. When we conform we lose our individuality and our personal uniqueness and value. It is this unique value which is our most precious contribution to others.

Harmony implies that a living thing, including you and me, must contribute in a way that augments (we often say, empowers) others if harmony is to be created. What empowers are those universal qualities we have within ourselves that others need to have supported or awakened within themselves.

When the question of harmony is considered there are always two realities - individuals and a collection of individuals, be they notes, people, animals, etc. A collection of individual humans can be called a community. There are many words in different languages that relate to this fundamental reality of human nature - words like community, commune, communication, communion, common, the commons, commonwealth, and commonweal.

The principle law governing community is the Law of Harmony. A community is a natural reality, and the Law of Harmony is a natural universal law. One of the greatest difficulties we have on the planet is existence of communities in conflict. We have a real need to attempt to create more harmonious communities. Our ability to express ourselves adequately and fulfill our purpose for being depends upon it.

Community is an externalization of the reality we call soul. Literally, a community is a group of individuals living in unity. Most people do not think of unity when they think of community, seeing it more as a collection of individuals who happen to be together. When a community does not live in unity, the soul of the community is denied, and therefore unconditional love, which is the essence of soul, is thwarted. This deprivation of connection and acceptance, easily leads to fear, mistrust, isolation, and in many cases also to racism, hatred and war.

Unity is not uniformity. It therefore does not require conformity. Unity is a state of consciousness and therefore respects diversity of form and expression. It suggests unanimity, which means to be of one spirit or one soul. It is an inner identification with the other as oneself. We could say that it is the soul within recognizing itself in the other. For at a soul level we are one.

Harmony produces harmonics. These are resonances in other octaves. What this means psychologically and spiritually is that when harmony is present those experiencing it open themselves automatically to other dimensions of reality and other levels of their own being. Harmony awakens potentials and expands consciousness, bringing into expression through individuals such qualities as respect, acceptance, tolerance, understanding, empathy, compassion and unanimity.

Harmony awakens the soul and soul creates a community of people who live together creatively and purposefully through which the very best in human nature can unfold.

..> Exercises:

1. How do you promote unity in your relationships?

2. When do you conform in a way that inhibits you from expressing your uniqueness in support of others?

3. How and when do you create disharmony or discord?

4. How would describe your valued contribution to your community?

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balance and tension

frank — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 04:51:19 GMT

Balance and Tension

We live in a world of opposites that we often experience as conflict. But fortunately everything eventually balances with its opposite - absolutely everything! The nature of duality implies an underlying unity. So whenever one side of duality is isolated, expressed or identified, the opposite is always a potential and immediately sought. One side of any duality cannot exist by itself, except through repression of its opposite. Or said another way, one side does not exist by itself and cannot be isolated except in a hypothetical sense. What holds a duality together to create a unity is tension.

Tension is the bond of opposites. It is because of tension that growth takes place and evolution is possible. There are always forces operating against each other, and it is this which makes life interesting, exciting, challenging, frustrating and fulfilling. All healthy and growing relationships embody this tension. Two people who are very similar might have a pleasant relationship but they are unlikely to be catalysts for each other's growth.

When a person does something contrary to one's nature or inherent goodness, there is an impulse to balance it with something natural and good. This is conscience, we say. But conscience is the voice of balance within the psyche. So, too, when a person does or expresses something in a positive or good way, there is an impulse toward the negative or dark side. Many people, because of their superficiality or ignorance, act on this impulse, manifesting it outwardly through negative behaviour. The result of the negative behaviour, which was considered acceptable because of rationalization when done, often leads to guilt or some self-recrimination, which then might lead to some positive choice or another negative act, depending on the consciousness of the individual. The negative impulse, following positive expressions, has the purpose of making us aware of some inner negative within our subconscious that is wanting to surface in order to be resolved. Through this kind of awareness, there grows the ability to express increasingly the light, love and power that naturally exists within each of us. Through awareness we become empowered and we eventually realize that we have choice in every situation, that we can choose to respond or to react.

It is interesting to observe the principle that all energy follows the path of least resistance. Another principle of life is that tension always seeks resolution. Putting the two principles together we can say that tension always seeks resolution through the path of least resistance. Examples of this might be that ignorance seeks awareness through the experience of not knowing what is needed or desired in any given situation; fear seeks courage through the experience of feeling inadequate; fear seeks love through the experience of being separate or isolated.

Whenever we want to create something, make some changes or expand consciousness in some way, we need to create the appropriate tension that will bring the results (resolution) that we are looking for. The question we ask must be the right question related to our goal or direction. This means we must choose our words carefully.

The greatest tension for expanding consciousness and 'creating soul' is the tension of opposites between personality and soul, such as the simultaneous presence of fear (personality) and courage (soul). The fear prompts one to fight or flight, while the courage prompts one to stand up to what needs to be faced. These opposite urges naturally and strongly seek resolution so action can take place. Tension would cease if either of the opposites was repressed or avoided. Both must remain equally present in order for a transformation to occur.

A similar tension that is experienced quite often is the basic fear-love opposition. The soul's nature is love which constantly seeks union, cooperation, and support with the other. The personality's tendency, rooted in a sense of separateness and fear, seeks security, individuality, control and independence. While the personality dominates there is no tension. When the personality is passive or not active and soul seeks to inspire or express, there is also no tension. There needs to be active participation on both parts, soul and personality, to create tension.

When there is wounding, crisis or even inspiration, the soul often becomes active and creates a tension with the personality. This tension seeks resolution, which is not a suppression of either side of the tension, but a union of the two to create something greater. This results in a deeply authentic expression of one's true nature.

If we want to keep a creative process moving along, we need to ask the questions and be open to the answers that do not stop the process. Every resolution must give rise to a new tension to keep a process moving. If you ask: "How should I do this?" and you answer: "I don't know," you have a resolution that does not create further tension. The process then stops. One answer that would create further tension might be, "I could be more open to ..." You do not have to give a final or definitive answer to questions, but an answer that is honest or plausible, but which can give rise to another question.

This same process must be applied when seeking to become more authentic. Ask questions related to authenticity, and give answers that create new tensions to keep the process going further and further into the centre of one's being - to the transpersonal levels of life.

The most basic question to ask often regarding one's authentic nature is: who am I? Obviously there is no definitive answer. But whenever we ask ourselves this question we must give ourselves an answer which can be questioned further. For every answer ask another question that takes you deeper into understanding and connection with your true self.

..> Exercises:

1. Identify some negative trait or tendency within your personality; then identify the soul quality (a positive opposite) that would create a tension within you. Practice being with both simultaneously.

2. Write a series of questions with responses that keep the tension going.

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invite to 1st Thursday this week Austin Texas

AmberBarbara — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 18:44:39 GMT

WyldeFyre Productions hosts a free Community Show (Very pagan frinedly) on 1st Thursdays at Amy’s Ice Cream Far South Congress, with Drumming, Belly Dancing, & Fire Spinning, Hula Hooping &....

Next public show is June 7, 07 WyldeFyre, Amy's Ice Cream, 1st Thursday, 6PM to 10PM

LOCATION:
Amy’s Ice Cream
3100 Far South Congress
Austin TX

Dressing up as your favorite fantasy character is encouraged! Come play with your friends & enjoy the open, intimate, festival atmosphere right in town!

Feel free to bring lawn chairs & blankets

Additional parking available on side streets

Performers get free ice cream!

Okay to forward to other artists who you think would like to participate.

For more information please contact

Willow (Zuvia_dancer@yahoo.com)
or
Amber (AmberBarbara@hotmail.com)

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Demeter

frank — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 13:18:22 GMT

Goddess: DEMETER

SUGGESTED MANTRA: DETERMINATION
Demeter's search for her lost daughter Persephone took her on the path of poverty, abuse and eventually madness. But her perseverence and determination paid off in the end - as truly devoted motherhood always
does.

SUGGESTED AFFIRMATIONS:
~ I can achieve my dreams
~ I am determined to succeed
~ I am a success in all that I do
~ I believe in my dreams and desires
~ Lives are made better by my efforts
~ I find my path following my inclinations
~ I am allowed to stop and appreciate the quiet

RELATED ESSENCES: Goddessence KWAN YIN blend for the heart chakra

RELATED GEMSTONES: Rose quartz, pink tourmaline, emerald (pink or green stones)

Demeter, in Greek mythology, was the goddess of corn and the harvest. When her daughter Persephone was abducted by Hades, god of the underworld, Demeter's grief was so great that she refused to be goddess of the grain any longer. Her neglect of the land meant no
plants grew, and famine devastated the earth. She neither ate nor slept, she roamed land and sea and refused to give her up for lost - her dedication to the search devastating herself and the earth.

HER MODERN ENERGY

If you're under the influence of Demeter today, she is urging your nurturing, caring spirit to come to the fore in a very big way. It could though, be a project, plan, promise, passion or even a person that you come to see as 'your precious baby'.

DO THIS

Take some time today to focus on what the 'precious baby' is for you, and honour the powerful need within you to protect someone or something. Be careful though that the situation is truly worthy of assistance, and that you don't "smother" (as opposed to "mother") the
project you feel responsible for. You don't want to suffer burnout as a result of this challenge.

Demeter is especially influencing you today if this emotion is so intense that you will feel willing to sacrifice almost anything for the sake of your project's success. You are protected by Demeter if you let her, and can take on almost any task, consider almost any offer, and be willing to go to almost any lengths. Remember the
ultimate protective spirit is at work, and the outcome of every saga can only, eventually be a happy one.

Light a candle while you are taking the time to identify your special project. Become mesmerised by the flame as you visualise the action you are going to take - see yourself pursuing your goal, and succeeding in spectacular style!

PS. If your urge to be totally responsible really does run away with you, don't forget to stop and take a breath sometimes - don't let it run away with your ability to feel like a whole person - and thus your ability to enjoy a whole life!
blessed be
Frank

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Inanna

frank — Thu, 31 May 2007 16:06:51 GMT

Goddess: INANNA

SUGGESTED MANTRA: RENEWAL
Goddess of the dark moon, brave and unwavering, Inanna ventures into the underworld. She teaches us to stand firm, eyes focuses on the end true goal, ultimately leading us to a state of wisdom.

SUGGESTED AFFIRMATIONS:
~ Negative influences have made me stronger
~ My new life path reveals itself to me
~ I say goodbye to destructive influences
~ I release my insecurity
~ I release myself from harmful judgments

Related essences: Goddessence NUIT blend for the crown chakra*

Related gemstones: Carnelian, coral, agate, brown jaspar (orange stones)

Inanna is the Sumerian goddess, honoured at the dark moon, as it is she who fixes destinies at each new moon. Inanna's journey into the underworld and subsequent revitalisation represents the soul's evolution through hardship into glorious renewal.

In her quest for clarity and knowledge, Inanna Queen of Heaven and Earth descended to Earth to rule her people, where (so that her people would not know hunger) she made a sacred marriage to ensure the fertility of the lands. She thirsted to understand first-hand though, the true sufferings of her followers, so she descended again, this time to the realm of the underworld, the domain of her sister Ereshkigal.

Ereshkigal only allowed Inanna entry on the condition that she shed her earthly attachments at each of seven gates to the underworld. So, at each gate, Inanna surrendered some part of what she thought made up herself: wealth, power, tributes. By the time she relinquished her final garment, she was no longer the commanding Queen, and, exposed
and vulnerable, she was ready to die.

However, it was only when she was near death and at her most vulnerable did she discover new life and increased powers. She finally learned first-hand to accept her vulnerability, as well as the understanding of the necessity of sacrifice and death for the cycles of life to continue. These revelations increased her power, beauty and wisdom.

HER MODERN ENERGY

If you are repeating old habits, ask Inanna to help you shed your layers that keep you trapped. Open yourself to a journey to the underworld where you can let go of old conditioning, release inhibitions, let alter-egos die, shed the burdens you carry... all to create anew - it is only by becoming aware of our vulnerabilities that we can rise up with strength gained from knowledge and understanding.

DO THIS

Undress slowly in front of a mirror and with every bit of clothing you shed, call it by the name of a negative element in your life. Say good-bye to that negative element as you drop (or throw!) the clothing to the floor until you are standing naked.

Do it to music that will help keep you in the "now" - do not let yourself get distracted as you focus on what the elements are that you are shedding. Can you see your next steps, where you need to go, what you need to do? Give yourself a hug, and get ready for the journey back to strength and renewal - Inanna is with you to help you stay focussed and unwavering on your goal

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Persephone

frank — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:23:24 GMT

Goddess: PERSEPHONE

SUGGESTED MANTRA: EMPOWERMENT
Be unafraid of the darker energies when you inevitably come across them. Call it listlessness, depression, apathy or circumstance, but Persephone's message is to make friends with all aspect of your self — including that side of your persona that doesn't normally see the
light of day.

SUGGESTED AFFIRMATIONS:
~ I am me
~ I accept myself as I am
~ I am good and I know it
~ I believe in my gifts and abilities
~ I release my habit of self-criticism
~ Whether Light or Dark, I find my spark

Related essences: Goddessence PERSEPHONE 100% pure essential oil blend for the solar plexus chakra.

Related gemstones: Carnelian, coral, agate, brown jaspar (orange stones)

Persephone was the daughter of Demeter abducted by Hades and taken to the underworld. In her bleak surroundings she took on a dark and mysterious persona as his new wife. Although found by her mother and freed on the condition that she had eaten nothing whilst imprisoned, it traspired that she had indeed eaten some pomegranate seeds. She was
obliged thereafter to return to the underworld thereby dividing her time between her mother and her dark lover, choosing to go to both places of her own volition.

HER MODERN ENERGY

Persophone is the maiden goddess symbolising power borne from vulnerability. .. she was flung into an adverse situation and forced to cope. In facing this adversity, she was able to step into her true, personal power.

Just as Persephone came to accept her life shared between the worlds of darkness and the light, so can you. Quit being ashamed or annoyed when you are unable to function at your full potential - by finding self-acceptance you can fulfil your full potential. Make friends with all aspects of your personality to become a glorious drama-less Queen.

DO THIS

Accept that energy comes in light and dark and all shades in between, and learn to make the most of every situation. Spend today acknowledging truths, honouring those who are trying to help you, and showing gratitude for all the "good" in your life. Come out from the darkness and turn your face to the light.

Today, write down five things you are grateful for. It could be the sunrise you caught this morning, the toast your partner made you, or seeing children skipping to school - whatever it is that makes you feel glad to be alive. When you wake up tomorrow, add to the list with another five things. Keep adding to the list every day until your heart is glowing with gratitude and joy - let the healing energy empower you in your new life!
blessed be
Frank

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Making my dream a reality

Dizzy D — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 16:09:40 GMT

Hello everyone
I am seeking creative people that can offer unique and inspiring products for a store I want to open back in my hometown of Vancouver, BC.
Right now I am living in London ON hoping to be able to attend some Pagan and music festivals to meet and speaking with potential suppliers.
I thank you for your time and to anyone who is able to help me make this dream come true.
Love and light
Daina

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comic strips & other illustration

water_muse — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 08:27:43 GMT

I hope it's okay to post this here. :) In the past few months I've been trying to quit programming computers (which I'd been doing since '98) and what I've found in the past few months is that it's been about as difficult as quitting smoking. Though in recent weeks what I've been focusing on most has been my illustration and getting more of it onto cafe press to help me generate a 2nd income source to help me move on to bigger and better things. In the past week especially I've focused on comic strips, putting up as many as 7 per day, partly because even when I color them in photoshop they don't require the kind of investment of time that other illustrations require. Anyway I'm also trying to work up a portfolio of comic panels quickly so that I can interest a syndication company in getting a daily or weekly panel in newspapers around the US. I genuinely feel I'm good enough to be compared favorably to Gary Larson's old Far Side strip that he retired back in '95. Check it out, let me know how I stack up to Larson and if you like it help me spread it around! :)

http://www.cafepress.com/anupwardspiral/2705826

Plus, I'm always interested in new ideas for illustrations, whether they be comic strip ideas or general illustration, such as the illustration of the athame on my storefront.

In Joy,

ike

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any single parents interested in website co-op?

sweetmamadoe — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 14:28:17 GMT

i recently registered a domain name, ceridwenslove.com, and i am looking to sell my creations with it, i am a single mother of 3, looking to make more $ without childcare. anyone else interested? i need help building the website, could anyone help me with that? thanks! blessings and merry meet.

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Prayer or spell for credit issues

Reidco — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 04:26:36 GMT

Ok, I have not exactly been good with finances in 2005 & 2006 and now two creditors have filed court cases against me.

Does anyone have a spell or prayer to assist me? (Maybe even a good lawyer?)

Thanks

Blessings
Reid

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Suggestions and spells needed

domina — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 20:49:05 GMT

Forgive the crossposting, but I really need some help.

My husband, who is the sweetest, goofiest guy imaginable, and shy to boot, is having a problem at work. When he got hired at this company, four years ago, he got a job that several people wanted. And it did make it difficult for him to have been hired from the outside for a job that current employees wanted to have. He's the kind of guy who keeps himself to himself, but it hasn't stopped making him a target for gossip and spite.

We're heavily involved with the BDSM community, and unfortunately, someone in our community felt the need to "out" him as a submissive. This of course made a field day for the gossip network, and his feelings were horribly hurt. But he did his best to ignore it, and went on about his business. He's very good at what he does, and upper management seems to love him. His problem is the gossip and spite.

Here is what I've done so far:

Blessed a plant (and empowered it with sex magic) so that people who wish him ill feel uncomfortable in the area where the plant is, and he feels calmer and more centered around the plant. (Unfotunately, this can only apply to his cube. he can't take a plant or anything else into the lab.)

Given him an empowered Ganesh statuette for success at work.

Cast reflecting spells on the worst gossips so that anything they say will reflect badly on them with management. (This has resulted in one finding another job, and another getting a week off without pay.)

I'm running out of ideas and ways to fight back without getting malevolent. Unfotunately, the guy who got a week off seems to be blaming my husband for his unscheduled vacation and working harder to start trouble between my husband and a person who was recently hired to start a new division where my husband wants to work. He's been spreading rumors that indicate that my husband runs to HR if anyone offends him. (Not true at all. He didn't complain to HR even when he was outed as being kinky.)

Anyone got any ideas for spells, charms, or what not that I am missing?

I'm good at this, but I'm getting so angry (I know, not a good place to practice from) that I'm considering taking the advice of the lady I buy herbs from (a hoo doo woman) and do something really nasty.

HELP!!

Domina

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This worked for me

CaptainBenevento — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 05:48:28 GMT

To tell you right now this guy Dave Ramsey is an xian and cites from the bible. He even has a radio show on AM radio. However his method of paying off debt and cutting expenses does work. I'm doing it and now I have extra cash. It's not a lot, but more is always better.

Forewarned

http://www.daveramsey.com/

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Save the Forest this Solstice

Math Ap Mathonwy — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 03:31:43 GMT

Put the Earth Mother first during the Winter Season!
Do you want to help the Redwood Forest while getting your holiday shopping done?
Check out *AVALON RISEN* -- Pagan owned and operated -- with thousands of items:
avalonrisen.mithrilstar.org/
We have spiritual books, jewelry, ritual tools, calendars, kid stuff, clothing, music, statues, crystals, magickal supplies, gifts, curios, and more!

A portion of our profits are donated to campaigns to save the California Coast Redwoods from extinction.

Happy Yule, Winter Solstice, Alban Arthan, Kwanzaa, Chanukah, and Christmas from Cylch Cerddwyr Rhwng y Bydoedd Grove of the Reformed Druids of Gaia!

rdg.mithrilstar.org/

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Prosperity Stone Soup

cyn_thia — Tue, 09 Aug 2005 01:24:40 GMT

What items or images mean prosperity for you? I know in Feng Shui prosperity frogs and prosperity cats are a useful image. Can't complain about using a plain ol' greenback dollar bill. Cinnamon is one of the herbs that brings prosperity in quickly. And Mercury is the god of commerce and his day is Tuesday. Mercury the planet is running backwards until the 15th of August...so how 'bout we do some brainstorming on elements for a spell for Tuesday the 16th to wish for a fulfillment of our prosperity wishes?

P.S. I'm new here, but thought I'd just dive into the pool and start swimming! ;-)

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Sept 21 & 22 - Magickal Days

Reidco — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 16:25:35 GMT

All practitioners of Earth religions, Wicca, Shamanism, Druidry etc,
are being encouraged to wear a purple ribbon as a way of promoting
religious tolerance and to potentially raise awareness: On Sept.
21st to 22nd all Witches are going to wear little purple ribbons so everyone will know Who Else is a witch/wiccan/pagan/.... But no one can do this if they don't know about it, so pass the word along! This message goes to all Witches, Wiccans, Pagans from all sorts of
traditions. We can make a day for Ourselves!! Actually, two days!!! You can buy a purple ribbon anywhere, Dollar store, wal-mart, shoppers drug mart, anywhere...Wear it in your Hair, or pin it up to your shirt. Make it public!!!

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Pagan USA!!!

Otter — Sat, 29 Apr 2006 18:04:49 GMT

Help create a living map of our national community
www.frappr.com/paganusa
Peace,
Otter

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Help Save Tara!

FyreChyld — Sun, 20 Aug 2006 23:17:53 GMT

Please help save Tara (Irelands most sacred place) by signing the worldwide petition at the link below and stop them from building the Motorway through Tara. All info is in the petition. Be sure to cut & paste this petition on all your Pagan groups & Forums. get your Covens & Groves to sign it. This is very important! PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF THE GODS SIGN! Thank You!

http://www.petitiononline.com/hilltara/petition.html

go na Tiarna agus Bantiarn coill glas beannacht glas tu!
(Irish Gaelic for)
May the Lord and Lady of the Green Wood Bless you!

/|\ Gypsy /|\

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releasing energy connecting the dots

len — Thu, 10 Aug 2006 03:19:33 GMT

I would like to try a technique i do normally in person when i look at
people i see small round dots on peoples body if you push on them it
release past life images and negitaive energy that gets stuck in your
aura and actualy makes it way into your body so if you are a willing
guinea pig send your pictures full body clothed at every day going on
(either email them or post them here on this site if it is possible,)
or your back,upper torso, what ever you feel comfortable with . i will
tell you wich finger to use and the order of the dots to be pushed and
how long to push on that spot. lets see if i can do this over the
internet.most people say after a session of connecting dots they feel a
relief a calming feeling.

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Green Temple Products- handcrafted high-vibe earth goods.

greentemple — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 14:32:06 GMT

Hello Everyone!

I'm getting the word out about my new product line Green Temple Products. I have candles, oils, incense, massage oil, flower and gem essences, soaps, teas, bath salts, herb and hoodoo bags, herbs, and more. Everything I make is 100% natural and handcrafted in a temple setting. The energy of the products is very high, pure, and excellent. Ritual-grade if you will. Made using sacred elemental alchemy for a serious magical touch.

I say treat yourself and take a look. You might come across something you'll like.

http://www.sourcecreative.org/store.htm
-Renee

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How About Some New Dialogue?

Barbara — Tue, 27 Jun 2006 15:20:44 GMT

I got to reading the dialogue thread and was going to reply, but then I looked at the age of the thread. It's time to start a new one.

One of the members mentioned having a cube job and wincing at the memory. Actually, I like my cube job. I sit around and talk to people all day. Beats physical work and minimum wage, and the results power the rest of what I do.

That said, I want more -- more in my life, more of the money-and-power mix that makes other stuff materialize in this world. We live in a world shaped in part by those who have used that mix stupidly. It's time for change.

To that end, I work the cube as a base to other things, including my website, http://www.urbanmagic.us. I am looking for stories and ideas for magical, urban, prosperous living. Right now, if you would like to contribute, I will gladly put your name and email/url on the idea, method, musing, rite or story to give you full credit, and I won't use any of these discussed in Tribe without permission of the author. Of course, if you are working from another's material, I would like her/him cited and credited as well.

Thanks for reading.

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services offered

ariakeen — Sun, 28 May 2006 17:07:59 GMT

Services Provided

Job Scoping

Perform site visit to determine project requirements, assist client in determining if professional drawings are needed. Develop written project description to submit for client approval. Develop bid request from approved project description.

Job estimating

Provide client with an estimated cost of project. (material takeoffs, man hour requirements, permits and fees required)

Project management

Request bids for project from contractors. Verify bids include all scoped work. Verify all permits and fees included in bids. Submit bids to client for selection and approval. Develop project schedule and represent client during project completion. Perform site visits to verify progress and workmanship. Represent client in negotiations with contractors for work not included in original scope.

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For Reid et al....Quan Yin Abundance meditation

garyseven — Fri, 31 Mar 2006 18:11:42 GMT

Conversations with Spirit
Accepting the Golden Chalice
Quan Yin
Brought Through Therese Dorer
August 31, 2005

To my line of vision comes this blessed energy manifesting like a pale pink mist and then emerging through the mist like a wondrous apparition of light, love and compassion, comes the energy that I have come to know and trust, as Quan Yin.

Blessing to you Children of the Earth! I come forth today to bring you a message about receiving. You are in the time upon earth when is it imperative that you understand and know that you are able to receive so much more from the universal flow. When you steadfastly refuse to receive, love, support, joy, and financial abundance you stop the flow from your soul source.
To create within your vessel (Body) a clear and clean conduit for the highest potential of your being, to be made manifest upon the earth is paramount at this time. Many of you it feel as if you are in a struggle for financial abundance, a need for more love in your life, or a general malaise over the feeling of lack. If you find yourself in this place, I ask you to go deep into your inner being and find where the energy of lack lives. To acknowledge that the root of this lack is in your internal universe, is a huge step to releasing this energy that no longer serves you. Within the very fabric of your being there are templates that hold the understanding of lack. This is the time to release those templates and embrace a new way of engaging with the wonders of life. This time upon your planet is ripe for the releasing of old karma. Imagine that these templates are like vacant bubbles waiting to be filled, and it is up to you to choose what you will feed them, the highest truth, love and light. Or you can choose to fill these templates with anxiety, worry, guilt and self-recrimination.
If you could see your life streams as I do you would notice that you are connected too, many eons of energy that include struggle, war, anger, hate and strife. These life times left a residue of doubt within your beings, and a belief that to be in physical form one has to live in fear. I encourage you to go to the higher perspective for yourself and allow in the energy of compassion and unconditional love. Allow yourself to see the courage it has taken you to get to this point in your evolution, where you understand the wisdom in shedding these feelings of lack, and embrace the energy of receiving. You are invited to ask yourself if you truly can trust and know that you deserve to have enough in all areas of your life. Enough love, money, food, laughter, song and dance. Notice when you are not able to receive something as simple as a compliment on your hair, dress, or work. Be excited when someone says WOW you did a good job and all parts of your being can genuinely say THANK YOU.
When you feel within your being a glow of joy and acceptance that YES you did a wonderful job and you are important and vital to the life force of the planet. You are then truly able to know the important part you play, in the magnificent puzzle of the universal mind.
One of the biggest challenges for you, is to accept the importance of your role in the unfolding of the divine plan and then to go deep into the energy of acceptance and allow yourself to receive. It is important to note that the energy of receiving comes from the understanding that there is enough for all.
For example if you find peace and joy in life, and your neighbor continues to be in strife. I ask you, does it serve you to feel guilty that you are doing well and she is in a place of sadness and shame? I would say it absolutely does not take you or your neighbor to your collective higher good if you join her in strife. Sending her compassion and love from a place of balance and centeredness will help her. By providing her with a role model that life does not have to be a systematic series of grief and fear, is the one of the gifts you can give your neighbor.
By accepting and receiving you create a template, a portal that allows in more of the flow from Source energy.
I ask you to take your consciousness to the plant kingdom. The garden readily accepts the sun, rain, bees that buzz around them pollinating and helping them to bloom into the radiant magnificent flowers, trees, vegetables and grasses that inhabit your lands. If they were to send out the energy of oh no, I cannot accept this sunlight I am not worthy, or I will not allow the rain to soak into my roots, how ridiculous this sounds to you. But I ask you to notice how ridiculous you sound when you do not allow the universal abundance to flow into your being.
Some of you are gifted healers, and have taken courses and set up your life with intention to allow the universal force to flow through you for the well being for others. Yet when you are thanked or congratulated you say OH that is not I, it is spirit.
I suggest to you that it is your partnership with spirit, your choice to be available, and willingness, to be a conduit for the highest good for your fellow mankind, provides the template for the energy of receiving from spirit which is transferred to the clients you choose to work with. This availability and decision to partner with spirit is a choice and takes courage and intention so it is time to take ownership for this and congratulate yourself. To allow your being to receive our respect and love, helps to create the two-way flow from our love to you and from your love to us. This is of true for the painters, writers, singers, office workers, parents and teachers. You all are conduits for the divine to flow through your being to your fellow workers, family and friends.

I would like to take you on a vision quest my dear ones.
I ask you to get comfortable in your chair, and take your consciousness to your breath allow your breath to be the focus of your intention. Notice the rhythm of your breath as you breath in, feel that you are connecting intentionally with your soul source. As you breathe out it is a perfect opportunity to release the fatigue and concerns of the day. It is not an accident that you sigh when you feel troubled for it is the natural release from your spirit to allow in more light.
I now ask you to extend an energy line deep into the Mother Earth and ground your being deep into the Mother. Go past the rich top soil, past the water, and the molten lava the fiery furnace of the Mother. Now you will find yourself at the core of Mother Earth the beautiful white substance and anchor your energy into this place of ancient wisdom and knowing. I now ask you to allow any worry, doubt, frustration, anger to flow from your being down the energy line and deep into the Mother. Allow any of the dense heavy energy to untangle from your being and let it go.
When you are ready you are invited to extend your energy even deeper into the Mother and breath deeply of this sweet nectar and have it come up your energy line and fill you up, feeding your root chakra, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye and your crown. Then let this energy expand out and feeding your blood, bones, muscles, the very fabric of your being.

Now my dear ones you are ready to make the journey to the Cup of Abundance with me. I ask you to take your consciousness to your crown chakra and extend up the energy line that connects you to source energy. Follow this light highway and allow yourself to go higher and higher. Notice that as you follow this highway it is important to let go of the “what ifs, should’s, and could’s”, for as you extend up this line you are going to the energy that is premanifested. Pure potential, where all is possible and micromanaging is not necessary.
I ask you to notice you have come to a wooden door, which is carved and ornate. When you are ready you are asked to move through this door and you will find yourself in a huge room with a domed ceiling. In this room you will find there is an altar with a beautiful golden chalice placed upon it. This chalice is full of the sweet nectar of unlimited universal abundance and is my gift to you. You are invited to drink deeply from this cup, I understand you are thirsty and your journey upon the Earth can take away your eternal knowing that there are no limits to your potential. As you turn from the altar you are asked to notice that the chalice continues to be full, there is no lack in this place of abundance.
As you descend down the light highway into your crown chakra and into midline of your being bring with you the universal abundance from this place of intention. Allow this energy to feed the midline of your being, your crown, third eye, throat, heart, solar plexus, sacral, and root. Then I ask you to breath this energy down into the Mother Earth, extending it to the white core. I ask you to understand that you are the conduit for the Universal Abundant energy and the Earth energy you are the key the link that connects the two. So the more you can accept and receive the more you create the beautiful energy lines from the Divine to the Earth. This my dear ones is sacred work which you signed up for many eons ago, and it is written in the sacred tablets of knowing that you are to be a part of these changing times. Not only did you write the tablets, but also you signed on to enact them in physical form upon the earth. So it does not matter if in this life you are a dancer, teacher, farmer, or an office worker. I suggest to you that your true calling is to be the conduit for the divine upon the earth plane.
Walking upon the earth you have a choice to hook into the energy that you are not worthy enough. Or you can choose to believe that you are worthy to receive the wonders of the universal energy of love, financial rewards, laughter, dance, joy and contentment. My suggestion is that you create a light highway to this place of universal flow and allow yourself to drink deeply from this energy that is always available for you. In the dense energy of Mother Earth it is sometimes very practical to take some time to transcend the ordinary and go the higher realms to reconnect your being to the energy and intention of the enteric. I remind you to ground yourself before you make this journey.
I suggest to you is that before you arise in the morning you spend a portion of time to reset before you go into the day. I suggest you find a place of comfort and connect with your Soul Self and ask for the energy to accept and receive the Highest Love, Light, and Truth and allow this energy to flow into your being. This will help to intentionally create and expand your light highway to the universal abundance. Your intention is so important at this time.
Quan Yin brings forth a beautiful Lotus flower to my line of vision, and a beautiful white vase from which flows a white light.
I ask you to embrace the Lotus flower for your heart chakra and allow your heart to be a beacon of light that will send out the energy of love and intention to allow you to receive the highest potential for you. The vase is a reminder for you that the universal abundance is infinite, and it is only the human experience that limits, love, joy, and wisdom. From this side of the veil there are no limits my dearest ones.
I am here to send you much love and divine wisdom and I thank you for accepting these words.
I am Quan Yin Blessings to you Dear Ones

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