106| INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

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My Spiritual journey kicked off in 2007. Before that I had questioned my beliefs (which is completely normal to do!) I knew then that there is a Higher Power, but what else is there? What’s the point of life? Just some of the questions I had. And in search of those answers I even accompanied friends to their Churches. Except for some messages I received throughout a service, I never found what I was looking for. It just didn’t click or feel like Home. After meeting with a Spiritual teacher/Guru, she introduced me to Chakras and more. It peaked my interest and I started buying books, listening to audio, watching documentaries, going to Holistic events etc. In the midst of all of that my mom passed away and well… Here we are.

I’m not going to sit here and say that there aren’t many times that I feel lonely on my spiritual path. I was once told that this is something that is personal and to not expect others in my life to go on this journey with me. And I completely innerstand that. But it would be nice to have someone to sit with and talk about our epiphanies, weird dreams, signs or messages that I’ve received, etc etc. So what did I do? I put out a request to the Holy Spirit and my ancestors. I told them that I needed and wanted to be a part of a community and meet new people to connect with.

Soon after I found myself Googling. I was looking into workshops, classes, certifications etc when I remembered that I met a woman/spiritual teacher a few years ago at one of the local Holistic Fairs! I went into my office and grabbed a bag where I keep business cards for holistic and spiritual purposes. And found what I was looking for. I quickly entered her website’s name and signed myself up for her newsletter.

Several weeks later I got an email and in that email was an invitation to an International Women’s Day Soulful Retreat that she was hosting and instantly I knew it was my answered prayer/wish fulfilled! I shared it with a friend in case she wanted to go and it’ll be just me tomorrow. It’s close to an hour away from my house, but I am going! If you’re reading this, I’ve already gone to the event since it was on March 8th.

Look out for my next post where I will tell you all about it! I can’t wait to write about how it turned out. I know it’ll be just what I needed.

Going to more spiritual retreats, workshops, classes is one of my top goals for this year. I have my level 2 Reiki and Past Life Regression Certifications and looking to add more! I love learning, I love growing, and will make sure to make the time for it.

Thank you for reading! I hope you have a wonderful week and month of March! Pssst! Spring is near! 😆

Love, light, the shadow too—-Cin.

104| THROAT CHAKRA

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Fifth Chakra

Muladhara/Throat Chakra

Linked Externally to: The throat chakra is physically connected to the throat and vocal cords and is associated with the thyroid and parathyroid glands.

Popular Scents Associated: Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Chamomile, Lavender, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Geranium. These scents can be used during meditation or throughout the day to nourish and balance your throat chakra.

Popular Crystals Associated: Blue Lace Agate, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, Amazonite, Turquoise, Angelite.

Color Associated: Blue, light blue, turquoise.

Foods: Think blue! Blueberries, blackberries, elderberries, blue corn, blue potatoes, figs, kelp, herbal teas, raw honey. Hydration is also essential for this chakra, so drinking plenty of water is beneficial.

Signs of an Activating Throat Chakra

  • Throat tingling or tightness

  • Hoarseness or voice changes

  • Increased creative expression

  • Urge to communicate openly

  • Greater clarity in thoughts and speech

Signs of an Unbalanced Throat Chakra:

When unbalanced, this chakra can manifest as:

•Fear of speaking up or expressing yourself

•Struggling to find the right words

•Talking excessively or struggling to listen

•Frequent sore throats or thyroid imbalances

•Dishonesty, gossiping, or withholding your truth

•Feeling misunderstood or unable to communicate effectively

Signs of a Balanced Throat Chakra:

The throat chakra governs communication, self-expression, and truth. When this chakra is in balance:

  • You are able to speak your truth with clarity and confidence.

  • You listen actively and communicate honestly but with kindness.

  • You feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and emotions and are able to set healthy boundaries.

Affirmations for the Throat Chakra:

  • ”I speak my truth with clarity and confidence.”

  • “My voice is powerful and expressive.”

  • “I listen with love and communicate with ease.”

  • “My words are aligned with my highest good.”

  • “I express myself creatively and freely.”

  • “I honor my truth and respect the truth of others.”

Nurturing your throat chakra can lead to a greater sense of self-expression, clarity, and confidence in communication. Whether through meditation, journaling, or simply being mindful of how you communicate, keeping this chakra balanced allows your voice to be a powerful and authentic expression of who you are.

Side note: Each post will always be up for editing. Meaning, as time passes and I learn more and more I might have to tweak a few things here and there. I’ll try to be mindful and add an edit date on the post after each edit.

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