1/28/15 PSA (Praying and Faith)

I asked someone a question recently. One of the biggest things I've been navigating as I heal from the surgery has been pain and working through it. I asked what more could I do when I've asked for all the metaphysical assistance that I can think of asking for? What more can I do to have my prayers be answered quickly? Well, he did not reply. But as I was discussing it with another friend, the following reply came to my mind:

PSA: It's about trust and faith. Asking, asking, asking, is not trusting. When you start to feel anxiety or impatience, that's not trusting. You can ask once and if asked with certainty, trust that the prayers have been heard and will be answered as "quickly" as is aligned with all involved's greatest and highest good. There is much happening in the background that the Asker may not be aware of. Have Faith. You've played your part by asking for help. What you can do now is trust that it is already on the way. With that in mind, actively, but gently, soften your energy by attuning it to peaceful thoughts, heartfelt gratitude and gentle affirmations that all will be well and that all will unfold at the perfect time. And then stay patient and stay vigilant and grateful. That is what the Asker can "control." This is how the Asker plays his/her part ♥

Apicoectomy on 1/23/15 (Thank you Dr. Saar Amrani!)

I am grateful for modern medicine and for compassionate, tuned in doctors. I had oral surgery today between teeth 2 and 3 (an apicoectomy, aka root end surgery. Involves the removal of a tooth’s root tip and surrounding tissue. It’s also called apical surgery, which refers to the “apex,” or end, of the tooth. Done because even though a tooth has already had a root canal, there’s residual inflammation or infection near the root tip).  My doctor was a godsend. The apicoectomy was done because a prior dentist did a root canal and left some of the root tip in.  I can't remember the last time I felt inspired to speak or think so highly of a medical practitioner. This is not to say that the ones I've interacted with in the past haven't been great. But this one, Dr. Saar Amrani of Kings Highway Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, was simply phenomenal. I felt I was in great hands. I have to give a special shout out to Jesse, the, amongst other things, Operations Manager. It was an emergency and he fit me in and they all just worked with me. Seriously, everything about the whole experience just inspired such confidence and heart felt gratitude. This was a blessing, because in the "wrong" hands, this procedure could easily have been traumatic. Sure, there's swelling, tenderness, stitches, antibiotics, very specific directions on how to navigate the next few days as the healing continues, but part of the healing, I believe, has to do with my mental and emotional state in as far as it's connected to the experience of that procedure. Let's just say, I have no qualms referring someone to him. And, I will be visiting the office again in the future for other procedures that I'd put off because of money and concern about the extent of surgery the work requires. The procedures are important and now that I've found someone I feel will be able to give me the help and care and peace of mind I require, well, I just have to follow through. Thank you modern medicine, modern medical equipment, and Doctor Saar and team. You can't put a price on peace of mind heart emoticon

PS-- In other news, nothing like the upshot of surgery to help remind me of the importance of self-care and nurturing. I'd already decided to be more nurturing towards myself, so this just helps to drive that decision home heart emoticon

PPS--But please don't think you have to wait for surgery to begin self nurturing. If you're not already doing it, I humbly implore you to start. Your body, and your spirit will thank you for it heart emoticon I believe. smile emoticon

1/15/15 Entry (See you in Class)

In the classroom of life, all interactions, all lessons, group projects, pop quizzes, tests, are all really about the subject called, Love. The question will always be the same: are you letting love in or not? And the answers will always be found in the sum total of how you felt before, during and after the interaction. See you in class wink emoticon

1/14/15 PSA (Your Stamp of Approval)

Yes. On some level there is the desire for others to agree with you and be on the same page with you regarding decisions you make and beliefs that speak to how you are desiring to live your life. But, sometimes, others just plain don’t. So, YOU have to go into it checking in with yourself first and checking in with yourself, every. single. time, other people’s doubts threaten to unground you. This way, even when others don’t give their stamp of approval, YOU KNOW you already have yours. And your stamp of approval for your affairs? Well, that’s a pretty colossal stamp ♥

1/7/15 Entry (Don't Get Sidetracked)

Practicing Consciousness

Try not to get sidetracked. If someone asks something of you, instead of questioning the manner in which you’re being asked or taking the manner in which you feel you’re being asked, personally, pause. Breathe. Breathe through the moment before responding. If you are able to, ask for some time to get back to him or her. And during this self-requested-time-out do what you can to detach from the emotions tempting you to find him/her guilty. Instead, keep returning your focus to what YOUR BEST answer is. Instead of policing and judging their approach, gently allow space so you can follow through with actions that are in alignment with how you consciously want to represent yourself. In some cases, this will be “easy” and in some cases it will take several breaths, several minutes in self-requested-time-out, several gentle re-focusing attempts on how YOU WANT to represent yourself as opposed to how the other person seems to be choosing to represent his/herself. It might take practice. Like, a lot, a lot. But isn’t the peace of mind that comes from knowing you spoke from a place filled with as much clarity as you could, worth it? Cheering. You. On♥

1/6/15 PSA (Your Acts of Love)

All your acts of love—your acts of kindness, compassion extended, understanding proffered, patience felt, smiles exchanged, hugs shared, your listening ear, your in-the-moment presence, your encouraging words to family, friends, strangers, ALL have made a difference and will continue to in ways you can’t imagine. Thank you♥

1/3/15 PSA (You're LOVED)

You are stronger than you think and countless, countless Beings of Light consider you the apple of their eye ♥