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Thinking through whether or not something is in alignment with self love, with dignity, with energetic joy, helps us connect to a bigger self respecting picture. #wisewords #dignity #selflovequotes #selflovetips #anger #angermanagement #shame

🐺✨ What Animal Are You? ✨🐆 Today, I want to share a question that came up while visiting a kindergarten class: “If you could be any animal, what would it be and why?” For me, the answer is literally part of me—it’s inked on my skin as a wolf and a leopard, emerging from my flesh as a symbol of the world I’m creating and the ideals I strive to live by, inspired by Isaiah 11:6. 🐺 The **wolf** represents my connection to the wild, my free-spirited nature, and my dedication to loving all people. It symbolizes my journey through life, guided along the right path, despite occasional hiccups. 🐆 The **leopard** embodies my resilience in the face of adversity, showing strength, agility, and nobility. It reflects my ability to adapt and thrive in challenging situations, and my deep connection to the divine, a trait my kung fu teacher sensed immediately. This combination speaks to who I am and who I aspire to be—fierce yet kind, grounded yet free. 🌟 Now, I turn the question to you: What animal are you, especially in this current season of your life? Think about the traits you resonate with or aspire to embody. Is it the loyalty of a dog, the independence of a cat, or perhaps the wisdom of an owl? Share in the comments below or post your animal and why you chose it. I genuinely curious to see the diverse and wild spirits in our community! #AnimalSpirit #SelfReflection #PersonalGrowth #WolfSpirit #LeopardLife #InkStories #TattooSymbolism #SpiritAnimal #MindfulnessExercise

🦒 Unleashing Resilience: A Remarkable Escape 🦁 🦒 Reasoning: 🌟 Gertie's quick thinking and powerful kicks proved that giraffes can defend themselves against lions. 🌟 Gertie's agility and speed allowed her to outsmart Leo and avoid being caught. 🌟 This story challenges the notion that predators always have the upper hand in the animal kingdom. 🦁 Opinion/CTA: 🌟 Don't underestimate the cunning and resourcefulness of prey animals like Gertie. They can be just as formidable as predators. Share this captivating tale of survival and remember to appreciate the diverse strategies employed by different species in the wild. 🌟 Witnessing a giraffe skillfully outmaneuvering a lion attack is a powerful reminder of resilience and survival instincts. 🌟 This awe-inspiring video showcases nature's ability to adapt and overcome challenges. 🌟 Let's draw inspiration from this incredible feat and apply it to our own lives. In the face of adversity, may we find the strength to navigate challenges and emerge victorious.🌿 #Resilience #SurvivalInstincts #Inspiration #UnlockingSuccess #InspireAndThrive #OvercomingObstacles #success #resilience #selfcare #mindfulness #wellness #mentalhealth #selflove #growthmindset #positivity #gratitude #selfawareness #personaldevelopment #mindset #selfimprovement #empowerment #selfcaretips #selfcarematters #selfcarejourney #selfcareisntselfish #selfcareeveryday #selfcarefirst #selfcareisimportant #selfcareishealthcare #selfcareisselflove #selfcareisnotselfish #selfcareisapriority #selfcareisalifestyle #selfcareisnecessary #selfcareisselfpreservation #selfcareisselfrespect #selfcareisselfdiscipline🚀

A little examination of Lady Bugs, Elephants, Dinosaurs, Whales, Redwood Tress, and the Humungous Fungus (Armillaria Ostoyea) in Malheur National Forest. https://lnkd.in/gnnFBDZY

New Year is almost here, inviting us to look at our life and see what is working, what brings us satisfaction and joy and as well what is painful. Today, on the Fifth Holy Night, we bring energies from above: silence, equanimity, compassion, and humility into our Hearts to take closer look at ‘Harmlessness.’ https://lnkd.in/ezymHxSi

CRACKED WIDE OPEN: HOW HORSES ACROSS THE WORLD WORK WITH ENERGY ALL THE TIME (when not traumatized) My experience with horses in Italy and Czechia has proven what I’ve heard from these beings for over a decade. When allowed to be who they really are, what they do for us -freely- is mind blowing. I was able to hear them as they worked on me -with gentle muzzle placements and the explanation of the thoughts, emotions, behaviors and even “aura cracks” that need balancing. And then how they all worked together in physical arrangement to clear stuck energy in my body and field- and replace it with love. Those of you who experience this and know how these beings clear space, land, etc - understand how committed they are to assisting with our awakening. There is more I will share..but for now, here is what I first learned from Honey Bee: "I clear heart chakras and release the energy of constrictive thoughts. “When you sit still you can feel it and associate cause and effect “We are working with energy all the time; the subtlest work behind the scenes goes on constantly. "Horses know who is energetically ready to open up to all that we are. We will clear those who embrace even what they are unsure of/ feel that they cannot fully know. If they check in with their bodies, they will get the confirmation they need.” DISCOVER THE INCREDIBLE INNER LIVES OF HORSES: “We Walk Beside You” Books 1 and 2 https://lnkd.in/eCtfbRdW #animalcommunicator #awakeningconsciousness #horsewisdom #animalconnection #awakeningsouls #multisensorylearning #animalcommunication #telepathiccommunication #healingwithhorses

POWER ANIMAL MEDITATION One of my very favourite visualisations for self-help. I hope you enjoy it and find that it brings a sense of connection and support https://lnkd.in/eeDCexhn

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WHEN OUR MINDS CONVINCE US WE KNOW BEST....Horses Guide Us Home Every horse I connect with reveals a truth to help us all. Even when we are committed to providing the ultimate freedom and happiness we believe our horses need, our egoic minds entrap us and prevent us from seeing the truth. Here, a horse - whose human offers beautiful Equine Gestalt work with her herd - sheds light on the subject: Fluga: "The issue is that you are seeing my life through human eyes – not my eyes. You are clinging to an ideal, a picture for us based on something you saw elsewhere: someone else’s life. You have built this in your mind as the standard you need to reach for us to be happy – and for you to feel fulfilled in your mission. You have said “I cannot see my vision” ….but things are not as they appear! The only “problem” is that you weren’t creating YOUR vision WITH us - instead you saw something and decided that was FOR us and it was what we all wanted and needed. I am trying to show you how to loosen your own reins, about the picture in your head. "We don’t all have the same needs for space. For me, this is plenty, as it is right now. I have enough that challenges me [sic: she has cataracts and is adapting to the changes in her eyesight]. I do not need a bigger pasture to experience freedom. I am already free. "Also, you must remember this is sacred work and you did not just choose it – you were chosen for it. See this entire space as sacred, because it is. This land and you - and we - lack nothing. And please remember: It is not what you do, it is the Light that you are that is key to facilitating the healing that goes on here. You must stop taking your Light out of the equation." BEAUTIFUL AWARENESSES FROM HORSES and other beings in: "We Walk Beside You" books 1 and 2: https://lnkd.in/ehBZQmKE #healingwithhorses #HEALINGTOGETHER #horsesareteachers #horseloverforever #horselistener #animalcommunicator #interspeciescommunication

Affirmations for Equanimity 1. I cultivate inner peace by embracing each moment with equanimity. 2. My mind is calm and balanced, regardless of external circumstances. 3. I release attachment to outcomes and find serenity in the present moment. 4. In the face of challenges, I remain composed and centered. 5. I navigate life's fluctuations with a steady and tranquil heart. 6. Equanimity is my anchor, grounding me in the midst of life's storms. 7. I embrace uncertainty with a sense of calm assurance. 8. My inner tranquility radiates outward, influencing my surroundings. 9. I accept the ebb and flow of life with grace and equanimity. 10. Serenity is my birthright, and I claim it in every circumstance.