Living in Gratitude

Gently I enter this wakening stage each morning, opening my eyes and giving thanks. I am appreciative of all that I am and all that life has given to me today. I am grateful to have another chance to live my soul's purpose.

I look into the sky and give thanks for another beautiful day. I breathe in the air and appreciate that it keeps me alive. I sense the smells of the flowers along the manicured lawns and feel blessed to see these vivid and beautiful displays of God's artwork.

There are so many things in life that we can complain about especially when we feel like we have less than we need or want. There are many moments our thoughts can slip into the abyss of sorrow, anger or depression when we miss all that this garden here on earth is providing us for our growth and sustainability.

I reach out to life, and life reaches out to me!

Yesterday, I heard a child say "Why should I pray for the bad people in Syria that are killing people?" She had tears in her eyes questioning why people can be so mean and hurtful. Several other children in the group shouted out phrases that were surely heard from the adults in their life, angrily saying "this has nothing to do with us".

My heart went sad for a while feeling their frustration and listening to beliefs that are being passed onto them that send a message "I am not responsible".

When I reflect upon the attitudes that one may have in their own life, living their own internal war and expressing their own hatred towards another person or country; I am reminded of a conversation with a priest when I was 12.

I, too, questioned why do people do bad things? I was guided through a conversation that was to change my life in this short hour of divine intervention. In summary, I was told "We do not know and see all the reasons for every action on this earthly plane. We do not know the reason it has come into our life and how we will react or see the blessings".  I thought "how can there be blessings in the bad things people do"? This priest put me on a journey in life to learn and study philosophies and religions. As a result my life has seen and experienced the wealthy and the very poor. I have watched how people can take someone's life and literally destroy it by words and rumors they spread that have put someone behind bars in prison or pushed them to the brink of suicide. So, how do you feel grateful for this? How can one see the blessings in this cruelty?  

Later in life I was to have a client who came for tempor-mandibular joint issues and was literally in my hands for her care. Little did I know at the time, she was being 'accused' of murdering her child. When I was informed by a co-worker that I was working on a murderess for a 'moment' there were mixed emotions. Quickly I took a breath and asked "Who made you judge"? I opted to see this woman and continue to care for her. Eventually, she told me her story. There is no doubt in any cell of my body that she did not intentionally murder her child. 

 Seven months later she was convicted based on 'circumstantial evidence' of what someone heard over a fence. She came for her final session with me before going off to prison.  A miracle was about to take place in my massage room.  She thanked me. She thanked me for creating safety, providing loving touch, extending an ear and heart. She thanked me for the books in my waiting room about angels and gave gratitude for so many little things. Then, I thanked her. I will never forget her face and words "Why would you thank me"? "Because you taught me about unconditional love". She replied "You mean something good came of this for both of us"? In this moment, I was taken back to the conversation when I was 12. This woman expressed to me she will be able to go to prison in peace and teach other women what she had learned.  Ahhh, yes we never know why anyone or anything comes in our lives. We only know we have the 'choice' to how we respond. This is our responsibility.

Well, it's not always easy is it?  We speak of the term "unconditional love", yet do we truly understand the fullest spectrum of what is being asked of us? Can we live it in every situation without judging and giving gratitude for the kindness our hearts can extend to another who is less fortunate in any way?

Look in the mirror!

Giving Gratitude is not just for the simple pleasures of life, the presents we receive on our birthdays, the good health we have or the money in our bank accounts.

I am appreciative and thankful for every experience I have had in my life. I am grateful that I can see and shift through the periods that do not serve me or this world. For if every thought has the power to project a consciousness to this entire planet and universe then we are responsible as a whole. If we live in pure thoughts without anger and hatred towards others, without greed and fear, we as a whole can create an entire sphere of Living and Giving Gratitude.

The darkest hours, the longest days, the pits we can fall into when life deals us a challenging hand, are some of the hardest moments we might be asked to give gratitude.  I personally have experienced my hard knocks in life, done things I wish I had not, been hurt by others, hurt others and lived with physical pain and depression. I have heard others say their toughest challenge was the most rewarding experience of their life and they give gratitude. I agree.

How will you live in gratitude today?

"I work with others in harmony and cooperation"

"My internal environment is Divine Love"

"The gentle presence of Spirit guides and directs me"

"Centered in Spirit, I live in harmony and balance with all creation"

Feel free to use some of these affirmations (borrowed from the Daily Word) 

or create your own to keep you focused on 

living in peace and gratitude.

 Giving gratitude is in every breath when we choose this conscious thought!

Living Gratitude is a way of life that will allow us to see the divine in all people, things and situation...one person at a time.

Being Gratitude can create a world,  a universe for the future children to live in peace.

Namaste,

~Gloria~

Shifting Consciousness Messages

What blocks you from the creation and manifestation of living gratitude in your life?

How can you move through the challenges that prevent you from living your fullest potential?

 

FEAR

Are you afraid?

Of what?

Fear of being a failure

Fear that someone may not like you or accept you

Fear that you will be exposed

Fear that things can backfire

Fear that you will never believe in yourself

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My guess is most of us have had some fear in our life, perhaps even as a child, that the boogie man might get us.

How did fear become part of your reality?

Were you yelled at for speaking your truth?

Were you made to feel stupid?

Have you been bullied in your life?

Did you witness bad things happen around you?

Were you told to Fear God?

F.E.A.R.

False Evidence Appearing Real

In many cases (not all) this is the reality

Now if you are being threatened with your life or your families, well obviously there is something to  fear. It isn't false when a gun might be at your head.

However, do you fear someone else because you feel that if you said something they might yell at you? Are you afraid to speak your truth because you don't want to look like an idiot for falling for something that perhaps was a manipulation to get you involved?

If you challenge someone else's truth do you fear they might attack you verbally?

Do you back down and away for fear of confrontation?

Is it really fear that you are feeling? Might it be a 'feeling' of inadequacy, hesitation, discernment?

Today let's look at reality! What is Real?

Are the situations in your life or around you a perspective of what you think/feel is real?

Are you being manipulated into believing it is real?

Do you think for yourself and decipher and discern information before taking it at the word of another person or the news? Do you believe everything you read?

A society is being built around fear. Fear of getting on a plane for it might be hijacked.

Fear of getting 'involved' with a cause because you don't want to stand out.

Fear of taking action about our food supply because you chose to live in a state of 'ignorance', in a sense, because you can't face the reality that leadership can let any of this really happen.

The reality is we all play a part in everything.

We choose a part for whatever purpose or reason.

What is your reality?

I send you peace today that you may live in truth and not fear.

~ Gloria~

 

 

Nature heals

How often do you get out into nature?

When did you last watch a sunrise or sunset?

Do you remember the awe and magnificence you felt? The excitement within to see that first sparkle of sun rise in the morning....or the last bit of beaming light before our planet goes into a quiet and peaceful stage of darkness? What did you feel?

When was the last time you walked along the water? Took in the smells of the ocean air? Felt your feet in the sand? Do you remember looking for seashells and finding beautiful treasures? 

How did that feel?

Nature is healing! It is the gifts that are available to us to regenerate and lift our spirits and fill us with a vibrant energy of life force.

Many people work indoors, some in darker rooms, some behind computers all day, others serving people all day at a fast pace in restaurants and stores. Many rush around airports oblivious of rainbows outside as they hope they make their plane on time.

Are you wrapped up in a world 'inside'?

Do you notice you experience fatigue and depression more than you did as a child?

There is a magical world of nature waiting to be explored. It's waiting to say 'hello' I am here to make you smile, to lift your spirits and show you how to be in harmony with all of life.

I am living and breathing! I can take you high into the mountains to give you a different perspective.

I can show you how to float upon the gentle waters of life. You can watch me grow and change seasons or you can lift your head to the clouds and realize you are but a piece of a vast living and thriving force of the universe.

Make time in your life to get out. To commune with the universal forces existing within nature, the elements. Notice how you shift your perspective, how your emotions change. Notice how your skin feels and how you breathe. Notice how you heal spending time in nature.

~May we walk gently upon this earth and be in harmony with all creatures~

Gloria

Love is the sum of all Spiritual Laws

Simple Message Today!

The spiritual laws are Love 

Then Let's Love more!

Follow these principles and it will be easier to live the laws!

A.L.O.H.A.

Aloha, Gloria

Manifesting Rainbows all day

I started my day with a rainbow

Blogged about Manifesting Rainbows

and

All day I have seen rainbows ~

5 actually

A double one too

One that glowed so magnificently I wish I could've caught it on my camera

Manifesting a wonderful day of rainbows ~ God Bless!

Manifesting Rainbows

I LOVE RAINBOWS!

When I see a rainbow I smile. It reminds me of the days I lived on Kaua'i. The beautiful hues of colors appear magically in the sky and I feel a presence of peace and love. Rainbows are a sign that there is a message for me. They represent many things for me, including the bridge of heaven and earth.

I love manifesting! Rainbows and more!  When I recently moved to Florida it may have raised some questions for some people as to why I was moving and for others they were happy I was listening to the message I received upon awakening "Move to Florida"! It didn't take me long to realize I had been praying and longing for what I had when I lived on the islands. Tropical temperatures, turquoise waters, beautiful flowers and like minded community.  It wasn't an easy move by any means. It meant I would have to move away from 2 of my grandchildren and daughter.  It also meant I would move near my 2 other grandchildren and son. It meant starting life over ~~ again.

I have learned in my life (finally) to listen to God's messages and stop resisting. I was praying for rainbows and now I see them often, once again.

(Rainbow on Kauai taken by Leilani)

I can actually 'smell' rainbows. I don't know how but I do. I was taking my dog out for his morning walk and sensed there would be a rainbow. No sooner did I turn and look up into the sky and there was the magic appearing before my eyes. I noticed birds of paradise, hibiscus and spider ginger. I would've thought I was in paradise. Well, I am!  We can manifest anything we desire. It's all a matter of what you focus on and think about.

Manifesting isn't as hard as some might think. It is a focused intention and requires patience. Not everything you desire is for your highest purpose, so you may or may not receive it. Sometimes the lessons that come along with the things you have manifested may not be what you expected.

I prayed for peace in my life many years ago. The turn of events that brought me to realize there was now peace in me and around me happened after a tragic event. I went through several years of depression and soul searching. Today, I have peace.

(Brad Simkins)

We are always being guided. We must realize, believe and honor our true voice. We must trust the process. If you allow your soul to guide your life, you will be shown your paradise. If you live in your mind and spend time worrying you will miss the rainbows.

I pray for you to manifest your rainbows in life

~Gloria~

Betrayal

Have you ever been betrayed?

By a boyfriend? Husband? GirlFriend? Best Friend? Boss?

Colleague? Advertisement? Religion? Politics? Etc.

Most people have had the feeling of betrayal at least once in their lifetime. If you have had this happen perhaps you felt hurt, something was your fault, perhaps you got mad at that person or situation and perhaps you can't figure out any of it?

If you're like me you want to see the good in people. You do your best to practice unconditional love, right?  Now here's the piece that might be tripping you up? Not everyone is unconditional! Not even us. Not everyone looks for the good in all people. Sometimes people may unintentionally hurt you and other times it make be trickery,  manipulation with intention. Perhaps you have unintentionally hurt someone and they feel betrayed. Did you mean it?

So what is betrayal really?

If every person is said to be a mirror of ourselves then who is betraying who?

Let's learn from our mirror!

Let's say you have been hurt by someone. You are angry, frustrated and confused. Somewhere inside of you there is an acknowledging piece that you always knew this person couldn't be trusted or something just didn't feel right. Maybe you had a bad feeling but wanted to see the best in that person. Perhaps you thought there is no way a person of a certain status perhaps would ever lie, cheat or hurt you.

If you have had these intuitive feelings then the person that betrayed you, was you. You betrayed your own feelings. It was your decision to continue the relationship to the point that it did demonstrate betrayal. However, you always knew on some level, didn't you?

It's ok! Forgive yourself!

Love yourself for the person you are and step forward and accept the gifts you have.

This doesn't apply to you ? Look deep inside. Were you paying attention? 

Did you see any signs? When we raise our awareness the truth is that the signs are always present. Maybe not at first, but eventually.

Some will say "I want to be unconditionally loving". That is wonderful. It does not mean however, 

that you have to stay in situations or relationships that are hurtful, abusive or make you feel less than beautiful. It means you must release it from your life and unconditionally love them/it just the
 way they are.

One must be practical and real .

We can forgive. We can let go. We can love from afar. We can accept one just the way they are without the lies, hurt and betrayal again.

A discussion may be "How can I walk way and be at peace with what is happening in this world. I feel betrayed by our government or God. How can this happen"?

Obtain inner peace in your own life first. Find your balance and in this space you can live in Love.

When you have peace every person that you share peace with spreads to the next one.

Remember, God didn't create these things happening in our world. We create them.

You don't create war? Every time we judge, we argue, we blame, we betray there is an internal war going on. The obvious war is the one on TV that we see or read about in the newspaper.

There is a way to shift this! There is Love! 

A love greater than any human love. A love that is available with every breath.

We are all human. We all have moments of imperfection.
In God's eyes we are perfect.  Live your truth and and Live in Love!
Live in Integrity and perhaps we can stop betraying ourself!

~ Peace~
Gloria