Ease, Grace, and Fun - Guiding Words for 2022

Ease, grace and fun are the three words my angels gave me as I contemplate the start of 2022.

They may sound like odd words in the context of the unnerving, unsettling, and challenging last two years, yet, these are what they asked me to express as guide words on this New Year’s Day.

They also gave me an image for myself – that of strapping on roller skates – white ones with four wheels each (the old-fashioned kind that have more support than roller blades) - to propel me forward on my purpose path with, yes, ease, grace, and fun.

My angel team also gave me another word to inspire me – grounding.  If I am going to roll into this year with ease, grace, and fun, I have to be grounded in my being so I don’t land on the on my backside all topsy turvy. 

Grounding begins with breath.  Deep breaths that allow me to feel more present in the moment, more connected to Source, my Higher Self, and my spiritual allies and guides.  The breathing centers me and reminds me that I am here in this body, being breathed into being each moment through some mysterious and miraculous force of life that feels like love if I allow it, if I open to the amazingness of it.

Breathing, grounding, appreciating, and smiling – the last one chosen as an intentional act if the first three do not bring it forward on their own.  Choosing to smile serves as a signal to the rest of my body that things are looking up.  As soon as the corners of my mouth turn up instead of flat or down, I can feel my energy shift.  So simple – so e-e-easy.

Grounding brings grace, the flow of energy, inspiration, resourcefulness, maybe even gracefulness (at least in my imagination) as I smile and glide forward on my purpose path, serving, being, giving, and receiving.  Gra-a-ace-fully.

And fun.  For me, fun is the most important word of the three because I can be so SERIOUS.  (After all, I worked over 30 years as a lawyer before I followed my angel guidance to my purpose path.)

Fun asks me to play with my “work”, asks me to honor my inner child and let her teach me how to play, and asks me to keep remembering to smile.

So how might you bring some ease, grace, and fun into your life this year – no matter what you experienced until now, until this very present moment now?  Can you see yourself doing something crazy like strapping on some roller skates (or blades for you younger ones).  Can you at least imagine yourself allowing something playful into your life to shift your energy like a smile?  Comment below.  Let’s have some fun with this, easily, and full of grace.  Namaste and Happy New Year.

The Time Is Now – Three Steps for Staying Present When Stressed

A few years ago I was given the message “The Time Is Now” as part of a message to share on a stage in front of 500 or more lightworkers.  I did not know then how important that phrase would become.

The phrase has several layers of meaning.  Today, it is calling me to share it as a spiritual practice during what feels like, looks like, acts like a crisis beyond what most of us have experienced in this lifetime.

“Be Here Now”.  Remember that phrase from a book written in the 70’s by Ram Dass?  How about Echkart Tolle’s, The Power of Now? All of these phrases are calling us to be present, in this moment, here and now.

It is in the “now” that all things are possible.  It is in the “now” that we can align our mind, body, and heart with Spirit and receive inspiration, guidance, and tap into our inner wisdom.  It is in the “now” that we feel the Presence of whatever we understand divinity to be, whether we call it God, Jehovah, Yahweh, Allah, All There Is, the Universe, Source – So many names for the creative force in our lives.

In the present moment is when we become present to ourselves and feel the presence of creation.

So how do we stay present in the midst of what seems like chaos?

1.       Focus on your breath.  I know that may sound trite and obvious, but just take one moment to intentionally focus on your breath.  Are you not more aware of the present moment?

Being aware of this moment, intend to be mindful of each moment.  Notice how your mind wants to take you to the past or future.  Thank it.  And say “not now”, recognizing that where the mind wants to take you is not the present moment, and let it go. 

Bring your attention back to your breath.  This breath.  And the next one.  This moment.  This moment.

Feeing impatient?  Where do you want to go?

Come back to now.

Come back to now.

Come back to now.

2.       Feel into the moment.  Notice the sensations in your body as you bring your awareness back to now.  Don’t think on them.  Don’t dwell on them.  Don’t judge them.  All of that will take you into your head and away from the present moment.  Just feel, allow the senses of your body to speak to you without your thinking about them.  Just notice. 

3.       Appreciate.  Appreciation is a cousin of gratitude.  For me, it does not require words.  It involves a recognition, an acknowledgement, and an awareness.  It keeps us closer to the present moment. And if you find yourself going beyond the present moment, begin again with step 1.

Three easy steps to help you stay present, open to the ocean of possibilities of the creative force that has given you life and given you breath, and to let go of any stress the unknowns of these times may be triggering for you.

Try these and let me know what you experience in the comments below.  You may find more peace.  You may find more love.  You may find creative solutions to whatever may be causing you stress.  The Time Is Now. 

Namaste.

Lilia Shoshanna Rae

Lilia Shoshanna Rae shows spiritual seekers how to connect with angels in their own unique way so that they can feel angelic support no matter what is going on in their life. Lilia’s book, The Art of Listening to Angels shares how angels came to her mid-career as a legislative lawyer and helped her move in the direction of her soul’s calling.  Her angel team gave her a five-step process to help others do the same.  For additional support, Lilia offers Angel Connection sessions that empower clients to develop their own angel connections and receive support as they traverse their spiritual path. Through April 30, 2020, Lilia is making her sessions available by phone or through Zoom at a special discount. Check out her website at LiliaShoshannaRae.com. 

Tips for Keeping Your Vibration High

I recently asked my angel team what they suggest we do in these changing times when facing fear.  My angels advised, “keep your vibration high.”  When I asked how, they said, “one way is to connect with us.  We can help.” 

I know whenever I connect with my angel team, I feel reassured by their love and guidance. 

My angel team also suggested that I reflect on my Dad’s success.  He is 101, looks like he is in his 70s, and has an active life that includes driving, volunteering at his church, and being a great inspiration wherever he goes.  He must be onto something. 

My angels said, “Even though your Dad does not believe in angels, he is a down to earth example of how someone can keep their vibration high.”

So what are some of the things my Dad does to stay vibrant at 101 that would help us lift our vibrations? 

1.       Maintain a positive attitude:  Dad almost never worries.  When he sees a problem, he finds a solution.  He is one of the most ingenious problem solvers I know.  His ingenuity helped his contracting business survive economic downturns, extreme weather, and all sorts of issues that small businesses face.  He did not worry about the long hours or cash flow challenges – he found amazing ways to turn things around and miraculously make payroll each week.  And he did it honestly and ethically, so he could sleep well at night – another aide for staying healthy.

2.       Eat healthy food:  When he was in his 60’s he bought a juicer and started drinking vegetable juices.  He recruited my first born to push the carrots through the juicer and experiment with other veggies.  He continues to avoid sweets and fast foods, choosing healthier options most of the time. 

3.       Do regular exercise:  Dad had to do a lot of walking as part of his work in earlier years.  When retired, he started going to a gym until his mid-90s.  He still takes walks in the neighborhood and uses a leaf blower at this church as part of his exercise regime.

4.       Provide service to others: He devoted himself to take care of his family, his employees, and with the little time he had left, his friends and community.  Once retired, he dedicated every Thursday for volunteer work at his church, maintaining the grounds and physical structures.  In his 90s, he was leading the group of men who did this as a regular service for the church.  And I never knew when he might stop by my house and take care of a clogged gutter or other house repair that I did not even know was needed.

5.       Make family and loved ones a priority: Dad’s first priority has been his family.  He helped me as a single mom take care of mine.  When my kids were little, he would hold each one them in his arms and say repeatedly, “You can do it.  You can do it.”  He introduced them to Mister Rogers on TV because he liked the lessons on positive attitude that were integral to the show.  To this day, if anyone in his family needs him, he still does what he can to help.

I see why my angels wanted me to reflect on my Dad.  He shows us some down-to-earth ways to keep our vibrations high.  Keep a positive attitude.  Take care of yourself.  And be of service to others. 

My angels also want you to know that when you need a little extra boost, ask you angels for help.  It’s their specialty. They love to help us lift our vibrations.

What are you doing to keep your vibrations high?  Do you have some down-to-earth practices, like my Dad?  Or do you have a special way that you connect with your angels when you feel you need some help?  I would love for you to share your comments below.

Lilia Shoshanna Rae shows spiritual seekers how to connect with angels in their own unique way so that they can feel angelic support no matter what is going on in their life. Lilia’s book, The Art of Listening to Angels shares how angels came to her mid-career as a legislative lawyer and helped her move in the direction of her soul’s calling.  Her angel team gave her a five step process to help others do the same.  For additional support, Lilia offers Angel Connection sessions that empower clients to develop their own angel connections and receive support as they traverse their spiritual path. 

Check out her website at LiliaShoshannaRae.com.