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 by Dr. Rita Louise
In my writings over the past few years, I have often commented on the shifts and changes, humanity has been making en-mass on the planet. For example, in my article How Saturn's Transit Affected Your Life, I discuss how we were tasked or perhaps a better way of saying it, we were given the chance to address, clear and heal the egoic portion of our being.
Do you think you missed this life changing opportunity? Probably not. Remember back to your not so distant past where your life was filled with problems and tension abounded? For most, the issues we experienced affected us externally. From car problems to difficulties at home to troubles in our relationships it seemed as if there was some catastrophe going on. As we moved through the external dramas in our lives, internally our self confidence was bruised and our self esteem was challenged.
During these periods, we were given the option to let go of our pride and do what we needed to do OR suffer the consequences the universe often provides. Over time, even the most stubborn of us were left with no other choice but to comply.
At this period in our history we are again being challenged to shift ourselves, to change our way of dealing with the world around us. Instead of having our butts kicked over and over in order to release our trapped 3rd chakra, (personal power energy), the energy of the will and ego over our environment, we are now given the opportunity to clear the deep seated survival issues we hold in our first chakras.
We often perceive unresolved survival issues or blockages to the movement of life force energy through the first chakra as if we are drifting in a sea of fear. The disruption of energy flow forces us to live in our heads where we often think and wonder what the future will hold and what will become of us.
Over the past few years, we have become skilled at how to deal with trauma and crisis in our lives. We have learned that no matter what is going on it will come to an end. We discovered it is not the end of the world and that we will survive. OK, maybe a little banged up, but in the end we will still be all in one piece. We have become proficient in putting one foot in front of the other and taking steps, no matter how big or small to evaluate, fix, correct, resolve, transform, transmute or change what is bothering us or is happening in our personal universe. We have also learned that we have to be willing to do what it takes regardless of the personal cost.
With that cycle of education behind us, we have graduated and are beginning a new cycle of learning. For a long time, it was hard for me to understand what we were being taught. At first I felt like it was important for us to be non-committal. I advised many clients to not make any major purchases unless they were absolutely necessary nor make any long termed commitments or decisions unless they could get out of them, if the need to withdraw surfaced.
Although not totally incorrect advice, my view and attitude toward what we are learning at this time have shifted and are coming more in alignment with how we are to interact with the new energies we are facing...
What are we learning? We are discovering how to live in the now or as some say, "in the moment". For many of us, living in the now is a new experience. It is something that is easy to talk about, but until we begin to practice and explore the benefits the precepts of this new way of being is, it is hard for us to grasp the impact of it in our lives.
When we worry, when we are anxious or in fear we are living in the future. What does that mean? It means that we are looking ahead to events that may or may not happen. We are exploring the possibilities of what MIGHT occur, but the truth is, it is not our reality in that moment.
For example, when we worry about getting laid off or if we will have enough money to pay our bills, our energy is projected into the future. Unfortunately, the future many of us see is full of doom and gloom. We get caught in a web of fear that shuts us down emotionally and energetically until there is no light at the end of the tunnel. In the end, we end up running around like a chicken with its head cut off.
Taking this a step further and bringing in the laws of attraction, this is also what we are inadvertently creating for ourselves. Instead of projecting love, light and hope of a bright tomorrow, we are sending out messages of lack and desperation. OOPS.
In addition, we are existing in a fantasy world, a world of our own creation and not in reality.
When we live in the now, our thoughts, beliefs and emotions are centered in the moment. Instead of working and wondering what is going to happen, we shift our focus on where we are at that time – in that moment. If you worry that you might get laid off, remind yourself of your reality - you have a job. Experience gratitude for that reality. If you fear you might not have enough money to pay the bills, ask yourself, can I pay my bill today or at least this month?
On any issue that might come up, stop and ask yourself – is this my reality, my truth, today, in this moment. If the answer is no, let yourself begin to recognize that those feelings of doubt, fear, loss, anxiety or whatever the feeling may be is actually something you have made up, created in your own mind. A fantasy, an illusion.
If on the other hand you are in a situation where you have lost your job or can’t pay the bills, then ask yourself, what can I do today or even now, to change, fix or heal it.
Remember, we have already learned how to move through tough challenges that have crossed our paths. In those instances when it felt as if our lives were falling apart around us, we took a deep breath, accepted our life as it was and took steps to resolve the issue. We discovered how truly strong and resilient we were in those times and after all was said and done, we found out that we would survive, no matter how hard it seemed it would be as the drama played itself out. Now, however, instead of working on external pressures; the focus has shifted inside where we are dealing with our own core issues and beliefs. And while it may be hard, at the same time, we are healing and clearing aspects of ourselves.
So if you find yourself surrounded by worry, fear, dread and doom and gloom, remind yourself of what your true reality is. If you are unsure of where to go or which way to turn, stop, take a deep breath and ask yourself, what can I do now, today, in this moment to move my life ahead?
Then, and maybe one of the most important pieces of this process is, take action – do it! God, spirit, the universe will always provide us with an idea or direction to take. When an idea or an insight comes, don’t wait. Follow the guidance you are receiving – regardless of how weird, silly or time consuming it may seem.
As they say, God helps those who help themselves. Praying, begging, hoping, wishing, dreaming and whining are not the solution to the problem. It is through our actions that things happen, that changes occur and miracles are created.
So everyone, take a deep breath and be in the now!
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