Effective communication skills to use during conflict

Dear Laurie, I’ve noticed I’ve been arguing a lot with people. I use to hold a lot in and now I seem to be pretty argumentative. I need to find a middle ground. I was wondering if you would offer some effective communication ideas for me? Chris Dear Chris, Our communication is a direct reflection of who we are on the inside. Next time someone speaks to you in a…

An Inward Practice To Bring Peace and Empowerment

Dear Laurie, I’m interested in learning mindful distress practices to do at home. What are some practices to stay peaceful and grounded? Do you think an inward practice will be helpful? Betsy Dear Betsy, Yes, I absolutely think a mindful practice is helpful. This is a good time for all of us to go inward. By sitting quietly daily and going inward you will learn to rely on yourself to…

Confused? Align With Love

If you’re confused, connect to God, love, source. Let go of the angst and breathe in love. Feel this connection in you. Say, “I am pure radiant love connected to everything. I trust. I KNOW that I’m powerful and all that I desire I draw to me. I see my vibrant energy drawing to me beautiful support, opportunities, experiences and loving relationships that are aligned with my highest potential. I’m…

Switching from Money Worries to Being In the Flow

The more we can keep ourselves in a vibration and mind-set of abundance and trust, the more we are living in a matched frequency of wealth consciousness. This is the frequency that will assist us in creating what we do want and not more of what we don’t want. If you find yourself concerned with money struggles, pay attention to each minute concern or worry. Be aware of your thoughts.…

Feeling Rejected and Done With this Pattern?

If you have experienced feelings of rejection lately, maybe this is the last tendrils of an old pattern that is ready to be released. Maybe YOU are now ready to VALUE yourself FULLY and not play small. Maybe you are ready to remember who you really are! If this resonates with you, here is a new script (please add your own words that feels right for you). NEW SCRIPT: “I…

A Call From My Heart

My vision is to live in a world in which all humans have gained back/awakened to all of our personal power, intuitive abilities and value as spiritual divine loving beings. We live in harmony with all living energy with access to ALL knowledge and information available in the cosmos. All spiritual laws are transparent and understood by everyone. All humans joyfully contribute the authentic song of their heart. Our advanced…

How Can We Love More and Judge Less?

What is a judgment? A judgment is an authoritative opinion. Most of the time we have negative and critical opinions. We make something or someone wrong or bad. We place our beliefs of how someone should behave. We impose our limited views onto others. We blame people for our negative feelings. We personalize everything. We believe another person’s behavior can take something away from us. Why do we want to…

An Encounter with an Adult Bully

Dear Laurie, I encountered a bully who poured their rage upon me, called me derogatory names and threats. I feel like I’m left in the wake of this person’s mean spirited and emotionally abusive energy. Luckily, I will never see this person again. I know I should have walked away! What do I do to shake this? My heartfelt thanks, Amy Dear Amy, I’m so sorry you had that experience!…

How Do I Seek Greater Fulfillment in My Life?

Dear Laurie, I’m looking for greater fulfillment in my life but I don’t know where to start. Do you have any suggestions for me? With an open and grateful heart, Michelle Dear beautiful, open and grateful-hearted Michelle, I’m so glad you are listening to the whispers in your heart that are moving you toward more joy and happiness in your life. By the mere fact that you are listening, asking…