I don’t know about you, but I just love life and all its mysteries and challenges. Lately though as a Reverend, I have talked to a lot of people who are experiencing some kind of a hardship. Whether you have lost someone, or you are having work or financial issues, children problems, relationship hassles, family issues, etc., everyone needs time out to process things to be able to make the decisions that they need to make

If you feel that you are having a bit of a difficult time of things lately, then maybe you might need to give yourself some time allowance every day to be able to just sit back and relax, so you can focus and try to put things into order and not leave them in disorder. Here’s a helpful hint, just take some deep breaths, after all, breath is life. Life isn’t meant to be that difficult. Try to look at things and simplify them in a way that it will bring more joy into your life. While life is so full of many lessons, we all need time to understand and filter what we are learning.

The best way to lift your spirits when they are down is to go to the water and breathe in the fresh air and if you can, swim or paddle in the water, as this is a good cleansing on all levels, especially emotionally. If you don’t like the water, or you can’t get to it, then go to the mountains and sit on a rock or a bench and allow the freshness of nature to help clear your energies. This can help you with clarity and to release negative emotions.

If you live in the city and can’t do either, then sit somewhere outside to breathe in the air, many places have parks and gardens that you can also go to. In other words, try to get out of your everyday environment and take in nature. Corny? No! Fresh Air? Yes! This in turn helps you to settle down the mind, body and spirit.

Meditation, is the easiest thing in the world to do, it’s just that many people complicate it by thinking that they have to have an epiphany of some sort. Maybe you don’t have time (of course you do, just give it to yourself, you deserve it), or the one I hear a lot is, “I can’t Meditate”. Of course you can, you have done it before. There might have been a time when you have tried to read a book and have to go back several times to re-read a page, because you “zoned out”. A friend might be talking to you and they say, “hello” are you listening, nope you went into lala land. What about when you start day dreaming at work or watching sport?

This is when you’re slowing down your brain wave patterns. Meditation is easy to do, join a class, or buy a guided meditation tape, read up on it, but most of all, do it the easy way. Sit outside or find a peaceful place, if you can’t because of weather, or you’re housebound etc., then find a quite place at home that is peaceful. If you can’t, then make one. Take a glass of water with you, try to wear loose clothing, so you don’t block your energies and take the phone off the hook. Then, make sure that you won’t be disturbed for at least 10 -15 minutes, this is a good start.

Now, take ten deep breaths and count them, in one and out two, until you get to twenty. There you go, relax. There’s the start to Meditating, it’s that easy. The first time you do it, it might be for only half a minute, but you will still have slowed things down, it’s a good beginning. When you do it everyday, always count your breaths first and then try to just stay in that moment of relaxing and clearing. Whenever you feel stressed or unsettled, this very simple exercise is brilliant. It settles the mind, body and spirit. When you do it for the first time, you have started your path to meditate, as you have to relax before you can even get into a meditative state. Remember, that practice makes perfect.

Our energies are vibrating at such a quick pace currently, that we need to just stop and clear any negativity. By rushing around and not addressing issues, only slows you down and creates frustration. So, go on, put some balance back into your life by doing something for you, so you can cope with any unsettling issues that you may have right now.

Try to relax, settle and have clear thinking in a way that will help you to make better decisions and changes that you may need to make in your life. My Grandmother told me a long time ago, that if you are indecisive about anything, then say no, because it means that you don’t really want to do it at this point in time, because you are hesitating. What’s the old saying “ If in doubt do nothing”, it’s simple. We tend to complicate things by over analysing them and then we think too much. Then you can’t sleep properly, or if you do, then you just wake up tired.

Try to stay in the moment and live each day in the now. Clear your negative thoughts to help you make clear decisions. Try not to blame others for indecisions that you may be having, that can make you a victim in life and not the true victor of your own destiny.

Enjoy the simple things and bring some balance into your life. Have fun, laughter and joy and if you don’t, then what changes do you need to make in your life to create more harmony. Just remember, that for every action there is a re-action, it’s called Karma.

Enjoy your seasons in life, they may vary, but there is always light there.

Keep Smiling.
Kara

Currently it is a period of looking within ourselves to find answers to our own questions. If you remain positive with your attitude in what you say and do, then life will start to turn around very quickly and productively for you.

Try to take some time out to spend with children to bring out your own inner child. Just let go with the emotions and enjoy life’s daily pleasures. With spring coming up quickly, we need to start to plan so we can put our goals into order. What is it that you really want in your life? Evaluation and prioritising is very important right now.

Think things through before making a decision instead of jumping the gun on what others may have told you. Be very cautious where you get your advice from and if you need professional advice, then make sure you follow it through, or there may be a little bit of regret in the future.

If you feel any sense of failure from the past, then it is time to put your best foot forward and create new things for your future. Unexpected surprises are surrounding you. Be prepared for people dropping in unexpectedly, or hearing from someone who you haven’t heard from for a long time.

If you are looking for a job change, then this is the time to consider it. Keep an eye on anything that you buy, as there may be some hidden costs that you haven’t allowed for. Money is a little tight, so be careful with unnecessary spending.

Keep an eye on health, as this is a time where fruit and vegies and vitamins need to be strong in your diet. Your energy levels will feel like they are a little up and down then normal, so try to have plenty of rest and sleep.

If you get an opportunity to go to a retreat or do any self-help seminars, then take the chance and enjoy some time of learning and understanding. If not, then try to read uplifting spiritual stories. Family and friends will need some help, whether it’s with something personal, or just needing a hand to do things for them. Compassion is strong within you and you will be helping everyone right now. Try to take it easy too, as back and shoulders need to be watched.

Try not to go bull at a gate to get everything done, just remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day. Sit back and just let things unfold naturally without any major effort. See you next month

Just go with the general flow of life and try not to build up any unnecessary stress. Take some quality time out, where you can sift through the things that have been bothering you of late. This in turn will help you to make any decisions that you need to make.

Use your inner wisdom right now, you know it, it resides right within you, right in your Soul. This is where your instincts will work for you. Instincts are your first thoughts and feelings. Opportunities will present themselves to you out of the blue.

There will be times though, when you will need to be practical with your actions. Flexibility will be on the forefront for you, as will be tolerance and patience. Be positive towards your own thoughts and actions, as this will bring solutions to any problems that exist.

Over the next few weeks, you may find that you are drawn towards doing more things and wanting a little bit more fun. Enjoy this time with some positive people. There will be plenty of organising and planning, but just make sure that you still get your rest.

Spiritually, you will find that synchronicity is operating at its best in your life right now. Some kind of offer or opportunity will fall right in front of you. Keep an eye on authority around you, as there may be some conflict, but you will find a way of working through it.

Find some relaxation and try to centre yourself more regularly. Have some good old fashioned fun and enjoy the people around you who make you feel good and make you laugh, after all, laughter is the best medicine.
Family will play a part for you, so watch your emotions, as you may need to give strength and understanding to those whom you love. Your security will be important to you, so keep open communication with those close to you. There may be some upheavals with so much activity happening Astrologically and Spiritually, so balance of your energies will be important.

Keep your Chakras in balance by Meditating or have a Spiritual Healing. A guided Chakra Clearing Meditation will also be beneficial. Bring balance and calmness into your life and you will find that the order of things will fall into alignment quicker. Talk to you next month.

The month of May brings planning and organising new things for ourselves. It’s time to let your hair down and to look into making some very necessary changes in your life. You’ll find that you are starting to let go of past issues from the last few years that aren’t important to you anymore. You will start to move forward with more enthusiasm and strength.

If you are waiting for something to come into fruition, then you may find that a breakthrough is just around the corner. The past few weeks have probably seen a need for you to be pampered and nurtured.

This in turn, would have given you an opportunity to re-evaluate your life and to revise your current situation. More opportunity will be there for you to initiate those ideas that you may be holding close to you. It’s time to get up and go and become actively involved in your plans and wishes.

You will find yourself addressing certain unresolved issues a lot better than you may normally do. Be cautious that you don’t rush into anything though, especially with any type of contract. Make sure that you read all of the fine print first.

Try to go with the flow of life in order for life to work for you. Let go of old things, clear out clutter and watch any unnecessary toxins in your body such as alcohol, as you may overdo it a bit, which in turn could agitate you more so than normal, so drink plenty of water to flush out the system.

Weather may be fluctuating slightly more than normal with unusual storms and weather conditions. There’s a lot happening around water in May, as in the oceans, lakes and rivers. There will be unusual and abnormal weather conditions which may bring about some difficult occurrences.

Surprises and things happening out of the blue are right in front of you, like running into people you haven’t seen for a long time. Be ready for special events and unexpected surprises that you haven’t planned on. There is a lot of laughter and fun surrounding you in May.

Spiritually, try to take some very necessary time to just be still, yes Meditation is the key. Listen to your own inner guidance, trust your instincts in any given situation, as your instincts are at a high right now and you need to listen to them. Trust your radar, what is it telling you?

Take some time out to sit in a peaceful place, whether it’s a garden, beach or somewhere in nature. Take time to breathe deeply and clear your energies of any negativity that you may be carrying. Use that creativity of yours and if you think you have none, then just take some time out where you don’t have to think, maybe watch a good comedy or go to the movies.

Be patient with those around you and put your new ideas into action. Try to be practical around finances and be very cautious around impulse spending, as you may regret it if you do.

Be careful that you do one thing at a time and not take on too much. Do what the Fijian people do and work on Fiji time. This means that you take your time to do things and if you do, then you will do them properly, just slow down and relax. Find some balance and try not to overdo anything.

Stick to facts in any given situation, as this will stop arguments emerging. Use your inner wisdom to overcome a problem where you have taken on a bit too much. Steer clear from people who love power and play with it, otherwise you may say something that you shouldn’t have.

You may start to feel that you are finally receiving the guidance that you have asked for; this is simply because you are now ready to connect clearly to your Soul. You may feel pumped up, but just be careful that you allow time for Spiritual knowledge to process through.

Try to remain grounded this month, otherwise you will come across as a little eccentric or high maintenance. There will be some fairly big changes Spiritually if you just allow yourself to Meditate and let the calmness to envelop you. Putting your ideas into action will be very important to you this month.

Spiritual nourishment will be needed, especially if you overdo things, so keep reading and seeking knowledge in the areas that are right for you. Spiritual Churches are great for this. Just make sure that it is a Government recognised Church. Check out our Toowoomba Church of the Australian Spiritual Lyceum. Just click onto the link on my page.

Keep Smiling everyone and have a great month.

Kara

Early this month through to the 18th is a time of focusing on what you need. It’s important to remain opened with your communications. This will then help you to put things in order to get answers that you may be looking for.

If you remain logical and practical with your decision making, then positive things will come. If you choose to jump into anything without thinking it through first, then you may be acting purely on impulse, which will make decision making that much harder.

There will be a fair bit of transformation with your thinking patterns and if you look at any given situation in a positive manner, then you will come out on top of any problems that you may be experiencing. There will be a need for peace and change and when you look within for the answers and then it all starts to make sense.

From the 5th to the 7th April be aware of having disagreements with others over inconsequential matters, be the bigger person and try not to come involved in arguments. Compromise is the key here.

Emotions may be a little up and down for you from about the 7th of this month, so be aware of not dwelling on old issues coming up from the past. Instead, try to learn from past experiences and move on. Let go of old habits and allow yourself to grow within by creating new habits.

Listen to your Spirit Guides and Angels around you and try to stay in harmony with them by meditating regularly. This will help you to put your intentions towards your goals on a positive note and not let negativity pull you down.

This month try to read Metaphysical Books (self help books) as you will find yourself able to concentrate on what you are reading. You will be called upon for help from someone experiencing a major upset of some sort.

Clear your own energies first and you will be a tower of strength to those who will fall back on you. It’s called Pay it Forward. If you don’t know what that means, it’s when you help someone unconditionally, without expecting anything back in return. Then somewhere on your own journey in life, kindness, compassion and help will come to you when you need it the most.

Conflicts will get sorted out quite quickly, so trust your intuition on how to handle a slightly awkward situation. Be patient with those around you, as they need your compassion more so then your frustration.

Spiritual activity is on a high and for those of you who are practicing your Spirituality and Meditate daily, you will find that your Meditations will start to have more clarity. So make sure that you keep a meditation journal, so you can recognize subtle changes around you.

This is good time to plan travel, parties, weddings and child namings, as good ideas will come to you out of nowhere.

KARA’S MESSAGE: – Read a good book and enjoy the simple things in life.

The Moon is in early Libra, which means that you will be reminded of some of the good things in life, which are normally right under your nose. If you need to sort something out emotionally, then this is the time to do it. The longer you prolong things, then the longer an outcome will be. If you feel unclear about decision-making, then just stop, think and weigh everything up first. It’s about keeping a balance on your decisions and on life in general. Weigh up the consequences and make the choice that is right for you.

Just remember though, that things may go a little bit out of balance if you aren’t decisive on certain matters. For example, if you are overdoing it at work and having no play, then you will feel out of whack. You may need to take a good look at the situation and re-balance the effects that your indecision may be having on you.

So, try not to be too excessive in any one direction, as this

will just throw you totally out of balance. If you’re a drinker then watch too much drinking, otherwise your health will suffer.

If you are having problems in a relationship, then make sure that you address any issues troubling you, so they don’t get taken out of context.

If you are having work problems, then don’t let the negativity of those around you affect you. Remember that you are in control of your feelings. Looking at the flip side of the coin, maybe you need to change how you are handling certain people, in order to have their attitude towards you change.

If you are having family problems, then the balance here is to communicate in order to sort out any difficulties or to avoid them. Balance is the key word this month.

Kara’s Message for March: - Life is a balancing act; it’s all about weighing the pros and cons and then making a decision.

March 21 – April 20

Concentration levels with career and financial transactions may be a bit up and down. Try to stay focused on one thing at a time, particularly in the first 3 months of 2010. From April onwards, be courageous and stand up for your beliefs. There will be a bit of travelling on your forefront during the year with a long distance trip in store. Watch health ailments around June to August.

Kara’s Message: – Patience is a virtue

TAURUS

April 21 – May 21

Try to be more communicative in your relationships especially in the first three months. The first half of the year will bring some positivity to you, particularly around career and money. Be extra cautious from July to Septembers of making any major financial decisions. From September onwards, opportunities on all levels will arise again for you. Keep an eye on your immune system.

Kara’s Message: – Remain focused on your highest priorities

GEMINI

May 22 – June 21

Love is in the air at the beginning of the year. From September onwards, you will need to communicate a bit better with those close to you. From January to March, you have some good growth surrounding you, especially where money matters are concerned. Test the waters though, because you will need to be very cautious around the stock market, so try not to take any unnecessary risks. Watch your back and the heart region.

Kara’s Message: – Trust your intuition

CANCER

June 22 – July 23

Your energy levels will rise a bit more, as will your enthusiasm towards certain events. If you remain positive, then luck will be on your side. Be cautious of people who want what you have, only trust those who are close to you. The last few months of 2010 hold favourable outcomes for you. Steer clear of family issues arising, as they may explode if you aren’t careful. Slow down or there will be a few trips to the Doctors.

Kara’s message: – Timing is everything

LEO

July 24 – Aug. 23

There will be a lot of good outcomes for you in 2010. If you are going through any kind of legal battles, then an out come will be there for you by midyear. There may also be some embarrassing outcomes for the opposition. From June to September you will find yourself spending money on luxury items. However, be very careful around spending from September to December. A family re-union of some sort will be on the forefront. Watch high temperatures and headaches.

Kara’s Message: – Follow your passions

VIRGO

Aug 24 – Sept. 23

There’s some good old-fashioned fun and laughter with family and friends, particularly in the first few months. Watch your finances and be cautious around unnecessary spending. There will be good support around you all year with your adventures. Your personal life will need some attention from June onwards. Quality time with your loved ones will be important to you. Keep an eye on your short temper and try to be calm so you can resolve issues quickly. If you are looking at study, then this is your year to do so. Travelling to special places will be on your agenda. Watch your diet and exercise.

Kara’s Message: – Trust in your beliefs

LIBRA

Sept. 24 – Oct. 23

A Parent or sibling will come to your rescue if need be. Any existing problems that you may be experiencing will start to resolve naturally. Stay clear of disputes involving others, it won’t be your fight. There will be some beneficial travelling for you with some good outcomes. Keep an eye on your finances in the first three months of 2010, as over indulgence could be a problem. A few changes will be on the home front, but for the better. Watch health concerns from September to December.

Kara’s Message: – Pay close attention to your thoughts and actions

SCORPIO

Oct. 24 – Nov. 22

There are a lot of changes for you in 2010, particularly around your finances. You will be seeing people who you haven’t seen for a long time. Take every opportunity that comes your way because success surrounds you. Your social status will be rising to new lengths. Travel is on your agenda and those who go overseas will find new opportunities for themselves. Watch your mental levels, as there may be too much on your mind around May to June. Keep an eye on any chronic disease and be very cautious around driving.

Kara’s Message: – Enjoy life, but try to slow down

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 23 – Dec. 22

In the first three months of the year, be careful of what you say and whom you say it too, as it may be misconstrued. After this, it eases off a tad. Buying real estate, a car, or something of value, will be on your agenda this year. There are favourable family and social events and there may be a baby born in the family. Planning and organising will be your key words for your year. Maintain your health by taking proper medication, or there may be re-occurring sickness.

Kara’s Message: – Be aware of the sensitivities of others

CAPRICORN

Dec. 23 – Jan. 20

There will be a lot of interesting events happening for you this year. Your social side will be busy, as will your work life. Those who work will have some changes with opportunities surrounding new employment or promotion. Unexpected travel will be on the forefront, as will visitors landing on your doorstep. Keep an eye on financial transactions in the first three months and the last three months of 2010. People from your past will come back into your life. Keep an eye on your general health and try to keep those doctors appointments.

Kara’s Message: – Life is full of surprises

AQUARIUS

Jan. 21 – Feb. 19

Be very careful around any major decision making in 2010, especially from August onwards. Get professional advice if needed. You will find that older people who are wise will be surrounding you a lot. If you feel a little restless during the year, then outdoor activities will be your key. A lot of your health problems this year can be avoided, so keep an eye on your dietary intake.

Kara’s Message: – Take time out to think clearly

PISCES

Feb. 20 – Mar. 20

Fruits of your labour will pay off for you this year. Your popularity will rise and friends and family will come out of the woodwork. There will be many personal changes for you with either a move or a change in status. Watch finances from April to June; keep your pennies aside for that rainy day. For those who are aged, just be careful around your ailments, as bones may be quite sore.

Kara’s message: – Talk about your feelings to those you trust

The best kind of Christmas gift that anyone can give is one of caring, but the greatest gift of all is that of loving. Christmas is a good time to look at all of the blessings that you have in your life. The old saying of “there is always someone worse off then you” really has meaning at this time of year.

There are many people in all walks of life who are affected negatively at this time of year. To mention a few who may be in this category, are the homeless, the disabled both mentally and physically, the lower income families, the elderly, the sick and those who have no family. Then there are those with broken relationships and workers who have lost their jobs. The hardest one though, is if you have had the loss of a loved one. It’s often Christmas time that we miss them the most.

Christmas isn’t just about giving presents, it’s about giving love unconditionally. If we all worked towards helping our fellow human beings with simple kindness and acknowledgement that they too are just as important as anyone else, then it would be a far better world. We never know if one day we may be in a position of being alone ourselves.
So, if each of us looked after our own little corner of the world and helped one person who may need recognising and validating, not only at Christmas time but all year, then what a difference it would make.

Most times though, the people who need the most from us are right under our own nose. Is there anyone that you know of, whether it’s family, a friend, or a neighbour who will be alone at Christmas time?

If you do know of someone, then maybe you can reach out the hand of friendship and show kindness to them. This in return will make your Soul feel better for doing so.

Love is the greatest gift anyone can give. May you all have a Loving, Caring and Giving Christmas?

Kara’s Message: – Life is a gift, friendship is a choice.

While it’s great to look good and feel good about yourself, our inside beauty should not be forgotten about either. Vanity is one thing, but I have never yet met a vain person who is loving, caring and unconditional in their attitudes towards other people.

Spiritually, to re-invent oneself, is where you bring back and revive your true essence of who you really are on the inside. It’s to invent again or renew yourself. It’s about how you think about you.

We need to focus on what thoughts we have about ourselves and our own reality, which we alone have created. Who and what we want to be comes from a thought. It is then backed up by an attitude which needs to be positive, otherwise our re-invention may not necessarily be for the best.
How we are treated and trained as a child is what moulds our personalities. It affects our attitudes and responses to certain situations. As we grow into adults we are then in charge of our own attitudes and responses. Our personal responsibility as an adult then lies on our shoulders and not that of our parents and upbringing.

We all need to re-invent ourselves at certain times of our lives; otherwise, life would be one big bore. If we never re-invented our relationships with a partner, then can you imagine just how monotonous it would become? Sometimes, it’s just a simple exercise of bringing in new friends or doing some travelling or having a new interest together. We have many stages in life with our childhood, teenage years, young adult life, children, career, old adult life and it goes on. Could you imagine how life would become if we just stayed the same all of the time? Without re-inventing ourselves with new ideas and habits, we would never grow personally or spiritually.
So, go on take the step of re-inventing yourself and take on the challenge of change.

Kara’s message: – Re-invention will happen with the right intention