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Sunday Homily: Becoming One With Yourself

Sep18
Carole Bourdo - "Wolf Song"

Carole Bourdo – “Wolf Song”

Spirit, Soul, Body – Living As One

Part of living and walking your talk, is learning to live as One with the Divine I think it’s hard for us to put it into a box of this life as Spirit in you life. Whatever that is to you, walking your path means bringing your spirit into your daily life and expressing the love and compassion in all things. Sometimes that can get confusing and people struggle with the concept of becoming one with spirit. How do we do this, what aspects of self are we uniting and connecting. How do we live the talk and belief of our spiritual path?

It can be a daunting perspective to grasp for some. And that’s understandable. Many spiritual teachers talk about “Becoming One”, and explain why it’s important. But how many break it down and explain the details of what that means and how it can be accomplished? Today, we’ll look at how Pagan Metaphysics looks at this concept and how we can become one with the self. Along with the Divine in your life.

To start we need to break down the aspects of self. Who are we? How are we connected and intertwined with the Divine in the first place? Living life actually starts with understanding the processes of physical Life and Death. You can read more about the Pagan Metaphysical view from “What Happens When We Die – The Process of Life and Death”  here on Springwolf Reflections. Understanding who we are as Spiritual beings and how we choose our past lifetimes to create a new embodiment helps to visualize the components of self that we’re bringing together. Continue reading →

Be Empowered

Jun14

wolf-puppies
Don’t follow me.
Don’t walk in my footsteps.
Journey beside me and
let us share in the wonderment
of the Universe together.

~ Springwolf  🐾
© 2014

 

 

 

© Springwolfs Hanko

© 2014 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: The Sun

Jun19

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

When you shine, others take notice. Make sure what they notice is the positive example. Don’t merely talk about living and thinking positively and not put those words into practice. Walk the talk and practice what you preach to others. You will bring the success you seek into your world; and be the shining example to others that you can make it with the right attitude.


Additional Insight:

Remember the children watch and emulate your actions and reactions. When you put your spiritual beliefs into practice, you are teaching them how to live with ethics and integrity. These are the characteristics you will show to the world around you as well. 

Those who preach to others but do not put those lessons into practice on their own path, live in hypocrisy. You cannot preach about peace, love and compassion and then withhold those activities from a select group of people simply because you don’t like what they look like, or the way they have chosen to live their lives.

Be the shinning example of your positive and inspirational words and you will find success in all the things you do.

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Strength – Inverted

Jun8
Strength Inverted

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Many are feeling drained in all areas of mind/body/spirit. It has been a trying week on all levels, but much work has been accomplished. You’ve made it through, now it’s time to relax. Spend the afternoon soaking up some sun, floating in the water, or simply sitting in a park and watching the world move about. Allow your stress to leave your body, relax for the remainder of the weekend and escape the day to day grind. You deserve it!


It’s important to escape the stress of life now and then. If for no other reason than to replenish your energy to fight again another day. This weekend take time for YOU and relax. Failing to do so will cause you to worry yourself sick.

Spend the afternoon with good friends and enjoy some much needed down time. Share a meal, a bottle of wine or just relax on the porch or deck and soak in the calm serenity of nature around you. This weekend is a great time to journey to a park and walk through the trees, or sit on a bench and watch the birds play. Find something that you will enjoy to take your mind off the stresses of this past week. Boost your energy with some light meditation. Watch a good movie or read a good book. Let your mind wander through dreams and desires and truly escape the worry for a few days.

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Three of Pentacles – Inverted

Jun7
3 of Pentacles - Inverted

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Stop day dreaming and pay attention to the work at hand. Your lack of focus will cause you to pull up the plants in your garden instead of the weeds. Don’t let your frustration and impatience get the best of you today. You have work to do and things that need your attention. If you give them your time and attention, you’ll undo a lot of work you’ve already done to put your plans and dreams into place!


Additional Insight:

Even though your energy is depleted, now is not the time to give up and push things to the side. Wait till tomorrow afternoon and this weekend to relax and regain some of your energy. Today it’s important that you remain focused and stay on task. There’s a time and place for play, and a time and place for work. Don’t throw away all your hard work, simply because your tired. Take a 10 minute nap this afternoon and then get back to work.  But stay focused. Mistakes can undo all the hard work you’ve already achieved. You’ll be glad you made the extra effort today.

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Temperance –

Jun6
Temperance

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Temper your confidence with compassion and nurturing of others. Don’t stick your nose in the air and act as if you’re better than anyone else. Others have gone through what you have, and they too have made it through with grace and dignity. Hold onto your strength and ability to survive. But remember, you still have healing to do within, and issues to face. A little humility goes a long way when you share your knowledge and what you’ve done to succeed.


Additional Insight:

Being confident in your abilities to face adversity and overcome what the world throws at you is important. But allowing that confidence to turn into over indulgence, or arrogance does a disservice to you and the work you have done to survive.

Remember others have gone through things that are much worse than you have and they too have survived. Instead of looking down on others who are still struggling, your humility will be better served by helping them get through their trials with encouragement, support and sharing what you have done to innovate, adapt and overcome.  Be an inspiration to others and help them see what they can become in their own right.

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Knight of Wands – Inverted

Jun5
Knight of Wands: Inverted

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Don’t put your gut instincts to sleep and ignore their message. Doing this overtime can cause your instincts to weaken and you will lose the benefit of their insight. You know what’s going on, stop ignoring it simply because you don’t want to face the truth. You’ll be much better off in the long run if you deal with it now, than if you wait and allow your emotions to become more invested in something that isn’t good for you. Sometimes what you want, isn’t what you need. What you desire now, maybe blocking you from something greater and something you deserve. Don’t settle. You’ll be glad you listened in the long run.


Additional Insight:

When we listen to our gut instinct we can divert our choices around the pot holes that lay in our way. Whither we’re settling for something we desire, or reaching for what we deserve; our gut instincts try to guide our way down the easy road. When we ignore our intuition, we send a message to our subconscious that we don’t deserve more, we’re not worthy of all that we dream of and we booby trap the path with mine fields that get us every time.

Being realistic is only another way of saying you can’t attain the brass ring you’re reaching for. You don’t have to settle and accept the “lack” of your dreams. Remember that no one is better or worse than you are. You deserve happiness, security and abundance in your life. Your inner spirit knows the path to tread and will try to light the way and guide you to the high road. Listen, trust and act upon your inner instinct. The more you, the more confidence you will gain when things do work out for the best and the stronger you instincts become. YOU are your best guide along your spiritual path. Shouldn’t you listen to YOU?

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Knave of Wands – Inverted

Jun4
Knave of Wands - Inverted

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Don’t allow despair to eat away at your ambition and desire for self-sufficiency. The darkness isn’t as bleak as you’re making it out to be. Even in darkness there’s magik and creative energy to tap into. But if you dwell on the negative, you’ll miss the beauty and peace that can inspire and strengthen your ambition to succeed.


Additional Insight:

The darkness brings sparkling stars, the fiery beauty of meteors, the beauty of moon flowers, the peace and tranquility of the world at rest and the excitement and joy of night time creature visitations. If all you see is the darkness, it won’t matter if it’s day or night. You can still stumble and fall into the pits of despair and dig a hole deeper than anyone can escape from. But if you align your consciousness with the vibrant energies of the Divine, then even in the darkness you can see the beauty around you and allow it to inspire your ability to innovate, adapt, overcome and succeed.

Allow yourself to believe you can be self-reliant and you deserve self-sufficiency. You’ve worked hard, you’ve earned the right, and you have succeeded where others have failed around you. See, you’re already making a difference in your life, all you need to do now is believe in yourself and take the next steps to making it happen!

Try this affirmation for the week:
“I am at peace and aligned with the Divine spirit.  I allow my divine energy to create, innovate, adapt and overcome any obstacle with compassion and love. I AM self-reliant and successful.”

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Eight of Cups –

Jun1
Eight of Cups

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

You can’t ride on magik alone. To fill your cups, you must put physical action into motion. You know what needs to be done, so stop allowing fear to hold you back and take the chance for success. Get in the saddle and rise above the negative shadows of the past that hold you back. You can do this! Really you can!


No one is going to hand success to you on a silver platter. Wiggling your nose or waving a wand to manifest what you desire only works in the movies. Take action and work for what you want. Stop letting the fear of failure or the trepidation from others keep you from reaching for the stars. You can’t get there unless you raise an arm and attempt to grab one, or two. So stop finding excuses for why you can’t achieve your dreams and start creating the examples of why you can! It’s up to you. So go for it.

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: King of Cups –

May31
King of Cups

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

As the ruler of your life, it’s up to you to review where you’ve been and where you’re going. Contemplate and think. Review all that you have learned, you know a lot more than you give yourself credit for. See how far you’ve come. Imagine how far you can go. Put forth the same energy in making it happen as you do in dreaming about it, It’s not going to happen on its own. So take charge and govern your life to lead it in the direction you need and want it to go!


Additional Insight:

You have the ability to create the world you dream of, especially when you align your desire with your spiritual lessons and mission. Stop dreaming about it and start making practical efforts to manifest those dreams into reality. Putting off the physical activities is only going to prolong the struggle and feelings of inadequacy. STOP IT! You’re better than that, you’re worth more than that! You have the connection to the unlimited Divine Creative force in the Universe. Tap into it, and use it to make a difference in your own life! Remember, you deserve it as much as anyone else does.

© 2012 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.