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| Note from Leonie |
Tree Change . . . Sea Change
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That little image on the left and getting myself there has taken up all the spare moments, and then some, of the last 6 months! (Hence no newsletters!)
Its a cliche but so true - for me this is a little patch of paradise, in a spot I fell in love with many years ago. The dream to live here, came with a compelling list of reasons why not to do it. |
Last year, I realised that the "why not's" were all disappearing - I put my wish and intention out there for my perfect mountain cottage - and there tis! The mountain stream that bubbles along past the house all year, swells to 3 times that size in the wet months. Its a magical place to live in the abundance of nature.
See the groovy satellite dish keeping me in touch with the world? My office is straight below that. I'm sitting in there talking to you and gazing out the windows at Mt Warning and beyond. Life is good!
The perfect spot for the life and business renovation that's in progress as we speak. Look forward to sharing it all with you over the next few months.
More piccies - Below is the view from my office window
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| Featured Article .Staying Sane Through Change. . . .August, 2009 |
Is there a secret to staying sane through change?
What's the last few weeks been like in your world?
Its been full on in our house. Everything is new. The climate, the customs, the countryside and the critters! We’ve had a parade of local wild things introduce themselves in our bathroom. A cane toad, spiders, leeches, a rodent, too many bugs to list and then there’s the carpet snake who slithers his head through the window and asks to come in! Our reactions keep everyone entertained. Apparently we’re Southerners - and that explains it all.
Ch…ch…changes
The one constant has been change - really rapid change. There’s been lots of choices in my face and its not looking like slowing down any time soon. Decisions, decisions! Each time I think I have it all sussed, everything changes, again. Feeling constantly challenged I crashed head first into my own resistance and realised I was hanging on too tight. So I got into the flow of letting go. As always, accepting the present without the hangover of the past, brings some clarity into the mix. Such a relief!
As much as I love growth, I’m just a little addicted to comfort. I’m still in love with the idea of a neat and tidy conclusion to everything. Of course, nothing is final, there’s only now. Wise ones through the ages have always known that, so what’s the big deal?
The speed!
The clock says we still have 24 hours ticking by each day. But the growth trends we’re living with now are demanding so much more of us in those 24hours. And July just gave us a mega-dose of growth energy with the help of the 2 eclipses. Then the full moon eclipse, in Aquarius on August 6th stirred the depths and pushed us further out there.
Nowhere to hide?
Eclipses always flush things out of hiding from the shadows and depths. Thoughts, feelings and situations that seem long past, come bubbling to the surface in new ways. Stuff that challenges our comfort. Its likely that the last time it showed up, our discomfort flipped us into auto-pilot and we pushed it back into the shadows. But, while its hiding, its also holding us back and its time that baggage left the building!
The effect of this trilogy of eclipses will last for some months. If you’ve put out for something more or different in your life, the eclipse energy will be your friend. It flushes out what needs to become known and resolved so that you can take the necessary action to receive what you’ve asked for. That’s Gold.
Give time - time
Its also a time when long range clarity can elude us. If we try to force an outcome rather than letting it unfold, we’re going to land back at the start again, and the way forward will be more complicated. One day, one moment at a time is easy when life is going smoothly. But, when the pressure’s on we react instinctively - either pushing toward or running away from the “problem”. Its our natural antidote to the discomfort.
Simple is best. Take a deep breath and step away - often.
It may be that with the blend of the eclipses and your personal growth trends its just not the time for you to make long term decisions or commitments.
Resistance
Despite your best intentions, you may crash head first into your own (or someone else’s) resistance like I did. Excellent. The hidden is now visible. Have a good, long look at it. Remember its our attitude that flavors a situation as good or bad; right or wrong; fair or unfair; opportunity or setback. Attitude is a choice. A change in attitude here, can unlock even the longest held block.
When we let go of resistance – the relief is instant.
"How do you let go of things? This means you leave them as they are;
it does not mean you annihilate them or throw them away.
It is more like setting down and letting them be."
www.buddhanet.net
Plan B takes the pressure off
No matter where the pressure is showing up in your life - decide to have a plan B and C and D if needed. That stops the fixation on the one perfect solution, which will only keep you stuck in the struggle. You may need to find some alternatives that can carry you over for a few weeks or months, while still holding your long term vision. Ok its not your first choice, but it will save a lot of frustration and complication. You can review it often and as the ecliptic energy starts to lift, you’ll be able to move forward more clearly.
The Secrets to Staying Sane Through Change?
- Stay present and open to what life is showing you
- Let go of resisting - and accept what is
- Stay flexible
- Allow time
- Focus on what you can do “now” and “next” is naturally taken care of, so let it go
- Ask for help when you need it
- Laugh every day
- Indulge in chocolate, as needed
When the sh*t hits the fan this might help
Having a deep and meaningful with one of my daughters last night about a challenge that was overwhelming her at school, this charming insight popped into my head:
“Some of the most amazing people and achievements have grown from s***ty origins.. Remember - s*** is the best fertilizer,
something amazing will grow from this situation too”
(Leonie, under pressure, 2009)
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