“Seek out that particular mental attribute which makes you feel most deeply and vitally alive, along with which comes the inner voice which says, ‘This is the real me,’ and when you have found that attitude, follow it.” ~ William James Today is a magical day. A day that appears only once every four years. […]
The Phone Call I Hated to Make
“When you give yourself permission to communicate what matters to you in every situation you will have peace despite rejection or disapproval. Putting a voice to your soul helps you to let go of the negative energy of fear and regret.” ~ Shannon L. Alder I had to make a phone call yesterday. A […]
This Psychic Life
“What we do see depends mainly on what we look for. … In the same field the farmer will notice the crop, the geologists the fossils, botanists the flowers, artists the colouring, sportsmen the cover for the game. Though we may all look at the same things, it does not all follow that we should […]
Farm Life
“The first supermarket supposedly appeared on the American landscape in 1946. That is not very long ago. Until then, where was all the food? Dear folks, the food was in homes, gardens, local fields, and forests. It was near kitchens, near tables, near bedsides. It was in the pantry, the cellar, the backyard.” ~ Joel […]
Autumn in the Air
“At no other time (than autumn) does the earth let itself be inhaled in one smell, the ripe earth; in a smell that is in no way inferior to the smell of the sea, bitter where it borders on taste, and more honeysweet where you feel it touching the first sounds. Containing depth within itself, […]
February Full Moon Ritual – Tonight!
“You are magnificent – a jewel reflecting inwardly and outwardly, the light of the universe. Observe how you respond to beauty everywhere – you bear witness to everything. Be aware that you, yourself, are an inextricable part of the infinite creative intelligence, and be blessed.” ~ Jay Woodman Right now we have a Full Moon […]
For Success – Just Be Who You Are
“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” ~ C.G. Jung “Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have to make every day. It’s about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let our true selves be seen.” ~ Brené Brown […]
The Thrill of Anticipation
“The excitement of dreams coming true is beyond the description of words.” ~ Lailah Gifty Akita I may have done something stupid last night. I may have asked my husband Ben, just as we were going to bed, ‘Are we going for a walk on the beach in the morning?’ I may have said […]
Easy Coconut Custard – Low Carb, Paleo, Dairy-Free
“I hope there’s pudding!” ~ J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix This is a simple, satisfying and yummy dessert. It makes a firm custard, which would be very suitable as a pie crust filling. Coconut Custard is dairy-free, gluten-free and sugar-free, and high in protein and good fats. Plus it tastes […]
Life Lucky Dips – Why You Need Them!
“Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart.” ~ Henry Clay In Australia we have a quaint custom called a Lucky Dip. It is often found at fairs and school fetes. A box full of mystery gifts from which we can choose. Every gift […]
The Best Spagyric Tincture Deal You’ll See All Year!
“A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession.” ~ Hippocrates Those of you who follow my blog know that one of the factors that has been instrumental in my healing journey with Lyme has been to take the Mare Maia herbal spagyric tinctures that have been so carefully and […]
A Life Examined – On Memoir Writing
“Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show.” ~ Charles Dickens, David Copperfield “From the ages of 8-18, me and my family moved around a lot. Mostly we would just stretch, but occasionally one of us […]
10 Simple Ways To Honour Your Spirit
“We are like islands in the sea, separate on the surface but connected in the deep.” ~ William James Here are my favourite ways to honour your soul and to acknowledge and deepen spiritual connection and intuitive wisdom: Talk to the Divine/God/Your Guides/Ancestors/Angels/Fairies/Mother Earth – know that you are heard Spend time in nature […]
An Afternoon with the Cows!
“Cows are amongst the gentlest of breathing creatures; none show more passionate tenderness to their young when deprived of them; and, in short, I am not ashamed to profess a deep love for these quiet creatures.” ~ Thomas de Quincey Late yesterday afternoon, after I’d finally finished the last of my psychic readings […]
Mexican Beef, Bean and Eggplant Casserole
“Casseroles are one-pot-wonders!” ~ Carla Hall I love a good casserole, and this one will feed a crowd! This tasty casserole is a filling meal, especially with a side of vegetables or salad. It is gluten-free and low carb too for people who are following those ways of eating. Any left-overs are terrific served with corn […]
Babies In The Air – Fertility Alert!
“Babies and Other Hazards of Sex: How to Make a Tiny Person in Only 9 Months, with Tools You Probably Have around the Home.” ~ Dave Barry Since late last year I’ve experienced an avalanche of my clients experiencing unplanned and unexpected pregnancies. Or pregnancy on the first round of fertilisation or implantation. There’s […]
How To Develop A Conscious Relationship With Money
“If your mind carries a heavy burden of past, you will experience more of the same. The past perpetuates itself through lack of presence. The quality of your consciousness at this moment is what shapes the future.” ~ Eckhart Tolle If you were struggling to lose weight, you might be asked to keep a […]
Meditation for Healing Your Relationship With Money
“Annual income twenty pounds, annual expenditure nineteen six, result happiness. Annual income twenty pounds, annual expenditure twenty pound ought and six, result misery.” ~ Charles Dickens “Many people take no care of their money till they come nearly to the end of it, and others do just the same with their time.” ~ Johann Wolfgang […]
Hopefully, this is me today…
“What hath night to do with sleep?” ~ John Milton, Paradise Lost It’s been another one of those nights. Those sleepless up-all-night-helping-people-in-crisis kind of nights. So my plan today involves naps. Lots of naps. Threaded together with cuddles, and then more naps. See you tomorrow xoxo
And the Winner of the next Oracle Theme is…
“You rarely win, but sometimes you do.” ~ Harper Lee A few days ago I asked you to vote for the theme you’d most like to see in my next online Oracle. The theme which polled the most votes is… Ancient Trees! followed so closely by Magical Creatures that I felt it deserved its […]
Mango Salsa Recipe
“All in all, it was a never-to-be-forgotten summer — one of those summers which come seldom into any life, but leave a rich heritage of beautiful memories in their going — one of those summers which, in a fortunate combination of delightful weather, delightful friends and delightful doing, come as near to perfection as anything […]
Being Held By The Universe
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. […]
The Energies of February – 2016
“Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it!” ~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Hello, Lovelies 🙂 February is here! Let me share some observations about the energy of the month ahead, as well as a few suggestions for embracing all that February has to offer. Cards for […]