Are you trying to avoid anything?

Each of us has something that makes us shudder. Something that we take great effort to avoid. Do you know what that is for you? I'm not talking about spiders or snakes. Nor anything physical for that matter. I am referring to difficult things we need to embrace to further our growth and abundance. For some people it could be change (Numerology defines this as issues of Freedom and Discipline). For others it could be perfectionism (Numerology defines this as Vision and Acceptance). The thing for me is: vulnerability (Issues of Trust and Openness). This realization came to me after I was told that my heart chakra required some strengthening. Specifically, it needed to be more compassionate. 

So what does vulnerability have to do with sympathy for the suffering of others? What is the connection? In order to trust others, we need to trust ourselves. We need to open our heart and take emotional risks. And get this; we need to share feelings. Yikes! When you share your own suffering, others are able to share theirs. You begin to see that we are all going through many of the same things, thus creating compassion.

Numerology has taken me far in creating compassion but its birth place was during some self-actualizing exercise to strengthen my heart chakra. I had come across that word vulnerability. It had created such a burdensome physical response that I needed to give it some attention. As I began to write down my feelings it flowed somewhat naturally into a poem.

 This is dedicated to my sister Bev, for she now knows how this is important.

V  u  l  n  e  r  a  b  i  l  i  t  y

This word makes me quiver
This word makes me quake
Scary, scary, scary
The same as an earthquake

To avoid this seems imperative
To avoid this is my chief desire
Disturbing, disturbing, disturbing
Akin to setting yourself on fire

I keep busy to allude it
I keep busy to dupe its fate
Creepy, creepy, creepy
Resembling the opening of Hells Gate

It is a situation that I do not embrace
It is a situation that my attention I do not intend
Awful, awful, awful
Identical to the death of a dear friend

It keeps at me in relationships that are eventually evaded
It keeps at me in council and in verse
Atrocious, atrocious, atrocious
Like an evil curse

The need to deal with it resonates in my body
The need to deal with it is crystal clear
Painful, painful, painful
Comparable to manifesting my worst fear

And so, I bravely ask for help and soon after, ask for faith
And so, I begin to comprehend
“We are here! We are here! We are here!
I now follow the guidance my angels send

I am not afraid of it anymore
No more pain, no more evading, no more dread
“You are safe! You are safe! You are safe!"
Victory is in my head

I dare you to be vulnerable. I double-dog dare you!

All my love and light,

Tricia

May Guidance

Free Monthly Guidance from The Energy Garden

Horoscopes offer some hint as to what is to come based on our birth date. Numerology takes this concept a step forward and offers valid insight on life challenges based on our birth number (Life Path Number). It is when we resolve those challenges that we get closer to our true potential. I offer you a bit of this insight here. First, in general terms, for the month and then in specific terms based on your birth number. A “Numeroscope” if you will.

Let's reflecting on April for a moment. Were you met with any lessons? My guidance (1 path) indicated that I would struggle with a person. Struggle, I did, with myself. That is okay though as it lead to some pretty insightful information on my past, present and future self.  So now,  onto May.

 As school semesters come to an end, outdoor activities begin to increase, and summer vacations draw our attention, it is of no surprise then that May, being the 5th month, carries the energy of change. The five energy offers us new directions, excitement, and adventure. If you embrace change and find it fun, then settle in and enjoy May's energy.  For those of you who dig your heals in when you see a change coming, well you might try looking at change differently so you can enjoy it too .

To calculate your birth number or Life Path Number, add all the digits of your birthdate until you get a single digit. For example August 4, 1969 is calculated: 8+4+1+9+6+9 = 37,  3+7 = 10, 1+0=1. This Life Path Number is a 1. (For those working the 29/11 or 48/12 path I recommend reading each of those numbers and pick the one that resonates with you.)

Here is your guidance for the month of May based on your Life Path Number:

1      You are being encouraged to take a leadership role. Know that you are guided and protected so give it your best shot and don't worry about making mistakes.

2     Consider switching from doing mundane or tedious activities to doing things that create joy for you.

3      Visualize what you desire with as much detail as you can. Hold those thoughts and replay them often, especially if you are having a bad day. That is how you can achieve your desires.

4      A  rainbow is created amongst clouds. It reminds us light is present in a storm. Use your own light to see the beauty in any of your personal storms.

5       Are you doing too much? Acknowledge your limits, allow time to see how things can unfold without "doing". Feel the natural flow.

6       Resist the temptation to control others. Instead, take care of you. Ask yourself: What do I need now?

7       Taking time to just breath, this is very important now . It will increase your charisma.

8        Fill in this sentience: If I had extra money and more time I would ___________. Now do it and stop pining and whining.

9       Any situation can become clear when using the wisdom of self reflection. In frustrating situations, ask what lesson is there for you.

Have a great month,

Tricia

Interviews to Awaken the Mind

Interviews with Intuitives

To provide guidance to those who are becoming familiar with their intuitive abilities this platform offers a look into how others have come to know and work with their abilities. The universal energy (available to everyone) that is referred to here as “Intuitive”, comes in many forms. We will describe and discus them here.

My first interview is apropos as she is my very first intuitive friend. I am pleased to introduce you to my Claracognizant friend Nikki Niznik from Durango, Colorado. Speaking in terms of Numerology, she is a 32/5 and true to her "5" energy, loves travel and adventure. It was a blessing to have Nikki enter my life in 2011. The Universe continues to show me her importance as a friend, a fellow intuitive, a mentor and animal lover. Welcome Nikki.

  Nikki Niznik, Intuitive Healer from Durango, Colorado

Tricia: Nikki could you describe your intuitive gifts to us?

Nikki: I'm an Intuitive Healer. I am Claracognizant-I just know what I know and don't know how I know it and Claracention- which is empathic, feeling abilities. As an Intuitive Healer, I do hands on healing for people and animals. The empathic or Claracention ability, is that I feel the physical and emotional pain of others and I just know what to do which is the Claracognizant ability. Healing energy, which is warm heat from my hands, flows through me from Divine Source. I can feel this energy when I place my hands on them. The energy goes into them where ever it is needed. Using my abilities together provides me with the ability to heal others.

Tricia: Have you always been aware of your gifts and your ability to heal others?

Nikki: Well, I have always known I had these gifts and used them in the past but didn't know what they were or how to explain to people what was going on with me until later in life. In September 2012, I asked a friend who is a Reiki Master Teacher/Practitioner to teach me. That's when I really started to open up with my healing abilities.  I have come to know that part of my calling was to help people cross-over from this life to the next when it is their time to die.  I consider it an honor to be there with them at the end of their life here on earth.

Tricia: That is so wonderful that you use your gifts to heal and to help people at end of life. Do you use your gifts in other ways? Say, for your own guidance?   

Nikki: My gifts help guide me through life every day. No matter how big or small the task, when I ask for help it is given. My Angels and Guides are there, guiding, protecting and supporting me with Divine Love. With my Claracention gift, the answers may come to me in different ways. For example, I get sensations in my body that alerts me to pay attention. There are times when a stranger will be my guidance. When a total stranger walks up to me to say something, I know that it is an important message.

Tricia: As you know, people’s awareness and acceptance of their intuitive gifts vary drastically. How would you describe your relationship to Claracognizant, Claracention and Healing gifts you possess?

Nikki: My relationship with my gifts is my relationship with God because that is where it comes from.

Tricia: Thank you for sharing your personal experience with your gifts. I didn’t make the connection of vivid dreams as an intuitive ability until recently and like you I was not aware of my healing abilities until after my Reiki instruction. What advice would you give to those who are just learning about their abilities for the first time?

Nikki: Educate yourself. There are many books and materials out there to read, classes to attend, and internet sources to read, like Tricia’s website. Find someone you feel comfortable with that can work with you. You are not alone. Follow your heart and stay with the love. Have faith and trust yourself. Remember who you really are and everything will fall into place.

Tricia: Nikki, that is really good advice for those just starting to explore their abilities. Thank you for your time and letting us glimpse into your personal intuitive journey. Is there anything else you would like to share with our readers?

Nikki:  It is never too late to begin the Spiritual Journey of Self Discovery.  Everything happens for a reason and we ALL have these gifts. We are so much more than our physical bodies, we just need to go within.

Tricia: If anyone would like to know more about your Reiki Healing services and help with end of life transition, how do they contact you?

Nikki: You may contact me through my email address: nikkiniznik2@aol.com

Tricia: Mahalo, Nikki

Poetry Contest

April is Poetry Month

Let's celebrate! You are invited to submit your poetry to The Energy Garden. Please limit your poems to 26 lines. Make me laugh. Make me cry. Make me ponder. Winners will have poems posted here throughout the next several months. No limit on number of poems submitted by each individual. Subjects and deadlines:

                   How people show love/How you show love(without verbalizing it)- deadline: April 21, 2014

                   Dreams (sleep time)- deadline: Monday, May 5 2014 &  Monday, June 2 2014

                   Forgiveness(do you need to forgive or be forgiven?)-deadline: Monday, May 12 2014

                   Fear v. Love- deadline: Monday, May 26, 2014

Rules:

Email poem with poem subject and deadline in the subject heading. Body of email needs to include your name, city and state, and occupation which will be included with your poem when posted. Attach your poem as a Word document. One poem per email. Winning poems will not be edited. Adding art is optional.
                        Submit entries to  theenergygarden@outlook.com Happy Writing!

 

A Teenagers Thoughts on Love

Title: What Love Really Can Be
Author: Tricia Gunberg at 14 years of age

Love can be a flower soaking up the sun
Love can be two people having fun         

Love can be a soft blowing breeze         
Love can be a just asking please            

Love can be music to your ears               
             Love can be someone to rid you of your tears    

Love can be given in so many ways        
         Love can be explained in just one little phrase

Love can be walking hand in hand           
         Love can be someone you really understand   

Love can be a sweet feeling inside          
Love  can be very hard to hide                 

Love can be in your heart and mind        
Love can be so hard to find                      

That's what love really can be