Chicana Dreamer

A masculine figure shows up in my dreams from time to time with brilliant spiritual as well as practical suggestions on how to live my life. I first saw him in a dream in 1982, or so. He was somewhere in the universe–not like at a cafe, or a house, or office–just him hovering in space. He wore a beautiful zarape or poncho with geometric lines in blue-gray against a warm beige background. He didn’t say anything. He just threw me a thought form as though playing ball with me, and I caught it in my left hand. He revealed to me a secret of life. More important than anything else, he loves me unconditionally, and as my relationship with him has developed over the years, I’ve come to treasure his presence and the wisdom of his messages. He is the inspiration behind the workshop, Dancing with the Cosmic Lover,” I am presenting with Diana Marto on January 28, 2012. If you will turn to the Events Page for the details, you will see the essence of the topic of discussion and how it applies to developing your intentions for this New Year.

The intent of the workshop is to clarify what individual participants desire, and to plant the suggestion in the unconscious so that it can go about gathering the elements it needs to manifest what’s desired. We’ll create a symbol of the desired intention, and give it power and punch with guided imagery and Reiki healing energy.

The mind does not distinguish between what you think of others from what you think of yourself. In the vast pool of thoughts and feelings, there is only ONE. There is no “I” only, “they,” “them,” “you.” Only ONE, or only “One I.” Therefore, we must take caution in any thoughts we have. Period. Whatever thoughts we have of others, the subconscious takes it literally and thinks you are talking about yourself. It has no sense of humor, either. It takes you seriously on everything you say and think. Trust is very important. For, if we fear something in someone else, we hold the same fear in our body.  Daily practice of Yoga helps in letting go; exercise helps, walking, fresh air, running along the beach. Have a program and work on it every day as part of your spiritual practice.

Spirituality is where Truth Resides. In order to go beyond the mundane, we need a relationship with Spirit, and input from something bigger, beyond our own thinking. Therefore, whatever you learned from your family, take what you like and leave the rest. But, find something that resonates for you about spiritual values and beliefs about Spirit. There is tremendous healing in sharing our thoughts with someone or in a group.

We become what we believe. It takes time, it’s subtle. Our mind is like a garden, if we don’t want to have a tremendous overgrown mess, we must work on it every day. Clear out resentments, fears, rage, chronic negative thought patterns that weaken our resolve toward the things we aspire, such as being a source for healing in the community, family, work place. This requires belief in the unity of the Universe; Doing a Creative Expression that requires concentration and daily practice is also very helpful, art, music, dance; Spiritual Direction-trust in at least one other person who can help us hold to our values and Integrity; Psychotherapy can help us develop the willingness to look at our weaknesses and become the person we’d like to be; Trust is a vital component in Spirituality–the willingness at least.

Creative Expression. This is what people see and form beliefs about you. Create a platform and develop your Sacred Gifts on which you can stand and share with the world.

Career: Licenses, Certificates, Associations matter. Be congruent with your values. Don’t worry about competition. But, stand firm on what you have to offer.

Love: We need to be surrounded by people who love and trust us and who we love and trust. Today, this moment, it begins with Self Love. If we can have patience and tenderness toward those little annoying nit-picking thoughts that plague us throughout the day, then we can extend love to those that depend on us for steady support and encouragement.

It’s best to do this in a committed, open group.

These are precepts I have come to believe in matter in life. I haven’t lived them in a straight line. I’ve made tons of mistakes, of course. I’ve gathered these beliefs and values over the years from studying and reading about religions around the world and my Mexican culture. They have been tried and trusted ingredients throughout the ages.

As you think of your goals, wants, and needs list for 2012, remember that we can always tell Spirit what we would like, we can clear out the debris that stands in the way of attaining our goals, and wait for the results from Spirit. Visit the events page and call me to reserve a spot for you. Space is somewhat limited. I know there’s a lot of money laying around the house after the Holidays . Invest in yourself–you deserve it, and you are worth it. Let’s have fun, and play with serious matters.