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Here are two of my most beloved things: my mum and the view of the beach ?️ in the place I grew up! This pic of me and mum was taken after I had dragged her through a forest ? ? ? to get to another remote beach on the island she lives on! This image represents my mum's sense of adventure and spirit as well as the closeness of our bond. You can't tell but it was a beautifully sunny day also and I had a swim in the sea, one of my fave things to do. ? ?‍♂️ She's a bit unwell at the moment, so looking at these image makes me sad but also so joyful of the times we have shared. The second pic is the view from my home town, also in the same island. I've been to many countries and cities but still this is just about my favourite view and place. Why? The feeling of home (and it is also really beautiful and wild there too, lol).

As a person that has battled depression for many years, along with anxiety and PTSD I believe that I may be able, finally,, to see all experiences, challenges, difficulties, obstacles and so forth as gifts. I regard myself has a person that walks a spiritual pathway. I also regard myself as a person that has experienced extremes, for example going from a British Army Marksman (I entered the Army straight from school) to a Reiki Practitioner and Spiritual Healer, and Medium, with 26 years in Spiritualism. So for me, I've experienced (as lots of us do, I'm not special) polarity/duality, exploring myself on many levels, physically (in the Army) mentally, through deep soul searching, emotionally and spiritually (in meditation, self reflection. Exploring the extremes of myself, really getting to know myself, at many different levels of being. As I look at life from a spiritual perspective, I do see this (difficult and challenging) life as a gift, an opportunity to come here to this world, enter into the density of the physical form, experience cold, heat, hunger, limitation, isolation, separation , deprivation, love, connection, interaction, joy, bliss and everything else beyond and in between. As I believe that the universe (multiverse) is divinely and intelligently orchestrated. I really do feel that this (and every) life , along with everything we experience within them, is a gift, a gift in the sense that it provides us with the opportunity to really get to know ourselves., each other and to be able to truly empathise with others, having suffered ourselves. We are the brave souls that took the opportunity to really have our metal tested, be forged in the fires down here on the earth, ultimately to return to our true home in the spirit realms, richer and finer through experience, knowing ourselves better than ever before. Life, and everything we experience in it, really is a precious gift! Many applied, but not all were accepted, to return to Earth and assist our earth be uplifted and freed from the clutches of those that would rather see us perish. We are the Light Warriors, here to assist in the ongoing Ascension process, and we will ultimately be triumphant. Life is a gift and one that, at soul level at least, we are very grateful for. Yin/Yang, dark/ light, positive/negative, polarity,/duality ~all necessary to generate movement, momentumand growth, all through experience. Our sensitivities and our self awareness is a gift also, for all the same reasons, as difficult as that may be at times.A great servant once said, and I agree entirely " The Meek shall inherit the earth" Our time is coming friends! Hang in there for just a little while longer, great changes are just around the corner I (very strongly) feel. Namaste.?? The image below is my design that I've drawn out after being inspired with it. I'll be giving it the Pyrography (wood burning treatment) soon ?

I'm sorry also if it came across as insulting - it wasn't supposed to be. It is a genuine question though. I only brought it up because I have observed that many people seem to choose their animal. And again, they almost always seem to "connect" with the "cool" ones. I've seen this question posted on many "spiritual" groups and (genuinely) I'm interested in whether this has a connection with people's ego. As far as I'm aware the ego can create many tricks (many I've fallen for) and I just find it peculiar that I find no "spiritual" warthogs or possums, yet there seems to be thousands of eagles, wolves and lions. To me anyway, most people (most. Not all) jump on the spirit animal bandwagon (many without really looking into it) and simply state what their animal is like it's some sort of avatar of themselves. Like a mirror that changes one into an animal form that they'd choose. I'm in no way bashing you for what you believe (or even know) about yourself. And if it helps, I don't see many people having connections (in this sense) with elephants - and I totally agree that they are amazing beings. In particular I love that "look of sentience" they have in their eyes and cannot understand why people would want to harm them (as with all animals). I was just looking for another perspective on this subject. I hope this makes more sense, and apologies if you felt insulted.

I missed a week because of a family trip, so am back on track for week 5. At first, when I heard a lot about physical pain, I thought "I don't need this week, because I don't have a chronic illness or pain." I then realized that this statement was somewhat judgemental, so stepped back and tried to actually concentrate on the techniques presented. This is not just for chronic illness or pain, but for my intermittent migraines; for my feelings of inadequacy in parenting my neuroatypical child; for my feelings of helplessness at juggling mothering 3 very noisy boys and being present for them, keeping a household running while trying to gradually introduce minimalist and ecofriendly strategies, working 30 hours a week and being present for my patients, and nurturing both my spousal relationship and my own spirit's need for quiet and space and time to create. Thank you for this technique. I obviously need it very much.

Merry Meet! My name is Jennifer I live currently in the mountains of West Virginia. I'm a single mother of an adult disabled daughter at home, as well as and 2 other "adult" children...trying to find my roots by the sea where we belong. I'm an Eclectic Witch that has been self aware since birth and have come from a family bloodline that was unspoken. I'm a Healer, Empath, and gifted as well as a medium ( I speak to the dead and they also use me as a vessel) I used to help solve murder crimes and find missing and deceased loved ones for families filled with uncertainty and grief. I can no longer do that since my health is not the greatest. I'm a type 2 diabetic which they can not seem to get under control, I have fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and Epstein Barr Virus at times. ( Came from Mono when I was a child ) Sometimes you get the curse of it staying in your blood...yep that would be me. I can also communicate with Animals, trees and such. and believe everything has a spirit and energy. I have 3 dogs and 3 cats that give unconditional love. Looking for friends of like mind and maybe the universe will unite me one day with my twin flame. Many Blessings, Jennifer

I am beginning Week 4 and I'm really tuned into how my body, mind and spirit have changed. I'm gaining this general sense of calm that I carry throughout my day more consistently. A close friend of mine said she noticed a big difference in my general demeanor. I find the yoga (just any added movement to the meditation/mindfulness practices) is much more beneficial for me at this moment, I've recognized that it grounds me and allows me to pay closer attention to my body and breath while being fully present. Week 3 meditations found it difficult to quiet my heightened brain and I didn't feel the benefit I had been since beginning this course and a consistent practice. I did find myself back to feeling in my practice with the addition of the yoga. I've been practicing yoga (informally, on my own) for many years and this course has been enhancing my ability to incorporate mindfulness into my practice, which was what I felt was missing! The science behind these concepts and practices is also really awesome and has been keeping my momentum going!

What's in a name - an ode ☺ Ever wonder who you are Where you're going and why The answer is seldom obvious As our lives just fly right by. Parents browse the books Awaiting for you to arrive Choosing just the perfect name But what we don't realize Is that our names are already chosen Impressed on us from above It seems to make perfect sense Cause we choose them out of love. And when we make our choices Driven from the heart It always works out much better Than trying to be apart... From the source the spirit God or nature Whichever you prefer It's the voice that lives within the voice Felt but rarely heard. From our past we have become Exactly who we are All the things that will happen Or that have happened to us so far Are tiny indications That there is something to be said About one's name and the power of love... God Bless Us… Sany Aabed ❤

Until we're out of. Time - An Ode An unfathomable deity Created us from dust For no apparent reason But to learn and blindly trust Or maybe evolution Became this human group A billion years in making From nothing more than soup Well dear friends it matters not Which perspective you subscribe We are indeed all sentient With a spirit as our guide Cause it's not about where we're from It's our purpose we must find Sharing all our blessings Until we're out of time ❤ Sany

@HappyJon I deleted my Facebook and switched Social Media because of my disappointment in the political arena. And it seems like not enough is being accomplished as soon as it is needed. I was just sick with the nature of spin doctors, paid trolls, negative influencers whose intention is to put people in conflict and bring about nationalistic change and autocracy. My state of mind has been devastated. And though I think the truth in news reporting is important, I was feeling that social media in general has been doing a disservice to humanity. It makes me feel ill in spirit and I want to be part of a constructive and positive influence and not one of those folks that compulsively shares sensationalism, drama and negativity just because it ties into a victim mentality and I have allowed the media to manipulate me. I am looking for a way to contribute to peace and positivity and charity not division and strife and evil.

Hey Ivayo, sounds like you had a life changing experience with Ayahuasca, would love to hear more about it. Im sure your spirit will guide you to the best place for you (of course if you come to London, would be great to cross paths). Il look into Dr Richard Bartlett. Sending love, light and blessings xxx

My goal is to find my calling this year with help from Spirit, to love myself first before I let others in, and to be debt free before my birthday in September.

My name is Mel. I am excited to be here and I hope that this community will help guide me on my journey. I have recently been through many years of mind games and hurt, which has crushed my soul. I am beginning a new chapter of healing and self empowerment to awaken my spirit. Too much time has been wasted. I want to learn to trust again, to find my happy place, and welcome your inspiration and stories to help me find it. ?

Hi Candy, Thank you for creating this topic. It's not easy for me to admit. But Xmas holiday is likely the most lonely time for me of the year. Especially this year. My husband always travels in December to visit his parents in Asia. And we are going through a rough patch. There's a possibility that we will separate after he gets back this time. My family is also in Asia. So I will be spending a lot of holiday time alone. (Have to work myself plus travel is too expensive) I try very hard to bring up my spirit by reading good books, enjoy music, watch good movie, hang out with friends, and exercise. All helped a lot. Though from time to time, I'd still be struck by this deep sense of sorrow not having my closed ones around me and not knowing how my marriage will be going. Anyway, thank you for writing this topic. It helps a lot to know I'm not the only one that's not totally "cheerful" during this Xmas season. At least I'm trying! Guess that's what really matters.

Hola! Interestingly I know the moment of pushing too well and know that many Fibros have that pushing idea in their heads. In yoga we try to bring this down to relaxation in movement. Still movement is super important. Pushing yourself into something that you are not will always make you feel hurt (especially with a certain belief system). As well Fibro can be part of a pain causing trauma that was never released, the soul cries, is pain and it grows through the body (a from of rheumatism). The Mediacl Medium (Anthony William) taks about a version of an EBV (Epstein-Barr Virus). And I can find a balance in that. Maybe Spirit finds is way in the expression of pain in this way: "Hey, wake up, you have an emotional pain!" Why is it so difficult to find out or find? Usually the white blood cells are in slightly higher numbers. The docs say: "Oh, yeah, you might had..." So they don't look for more. Then they check physical structures and find something evidences that coudl agree to one thing: Fibro. But there is no real test giving you the result. Williams says that only one type of EBV is really known but there are 60! And one would make you feeling the Fibro. So, I guess people have to dive into the inner wisdom. Obviously there is a something stuck (trauma, emotion, intruder, occupation, virus). A good alternative healer could read that through Kinesiology, Acupuncture, Reiki etc. or (a good!!!) maestro/curandero/shaman can help through it. Find out what bothers you in your life, what is holding you back, what sits on your heart and creates pain in your emotional or spiritual body - and all immunsystem-symptoms etc. will align because these are symptoms telling you where you have to look at. Joe Dispenza says it so nice: We can not change matter with matter. That goes back to a saying of Einstein: You can not solve the problem your have created with the same mind-set. Mind-thought-waves are matter. Change is needed. https://soundcloud.com/medicalmedium/epstein-barr-virus-revealed

This is so true! For some reason, it seems like we get more communicative during this time of the year. Giving little Christmas greetings, smiles, or a quick chat with someone. Almost like we let our guard down and seek to connect a little bit more than usual. Maybe it's the Christmas spirit! ????

Thank you, warrior spirit. I believe that the difficult times are our teachers, and the lessons provide knowledge and wisdom that can be gained no other way. If you look at it like that, you can almost say the difficult times are a blessing. Kind of sounds like a complete load of crap, as I'm writing it. It gets hard to think positive sometimes when you feel overwhelmed.

I agree with jojo. When I split from my now ex husband I wasn't upset though I went through a dark period after which was grieving for the loss of my marriage. My marriage however left me mentally and emotionally scarred and it's now been 5 years since we split, but it's only been the last year that it's all fallen in to place. I allowed my self to go on a spiritual journey and meditated and practiced yoga everyday. I read up on different spiritual groups and found a way that spirituality worked for me as I don't do organised religion. I only wish I had started it sooner. The only way you will be happy is to give yourself as much time as you need to rediscover yourself, find what works for your soul and spirit and it will fall into place. I'm now a totally different person and better for it. I hope you find your happiness soon.

Greetings so nice to find an alternative place connect where people are of similar mind and spirit. I am new here too, I haven't even found 'member introduction'. I create using digital manipulation and compositing, mostly imagery intended to help heal or inspire. ??

I hope this day you find yourself grateful for all that you are, that no matter what, you are worthy. You have all the tools necessary within you to heal and co-create the life of your dreams. Today, do something nice for yourself, or show someone your appreciation. Its a tough world out here, let us spread our Light relentlessly and warm the hearts of those who may feel their spirit going into introspect; as winter takes over the land, we are called for a restful phase, to pause and look within ??

As per my understanding every disturbance has brought new energy, Experience and spirit once you over come it.