After the long cold days of Winter, the arrival of Spring is most welcome.

The spring season officially begins with the Spring Equinox, though around this time of the first day of Spring, there can still be quite the dance and pull between warm or wintery weather depending on where you are.

But one thing is certain, and that is on the Spring, or Vernal Equinox, the Sun’s forces of Solar Light grow closer, and renewal is felt both in the life forces within the hemisphere of the Earth and within humanity as well.

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Spring: A Powerful Impulse For Growth

In Spring, Mother Earth’s powers of growth, vitality and fertility increase in the hemispheres and initiate a powerful impulse for growth which leads to a glorious display of sprouting life.

The Earth is absolutely pregnant with possibilities for new life at the Spring Equinox, and in this it is a time of fertility and renewal of life.

Spring Equinox is also the last of the seasonal festivals that happen during the dark half of the year in the Wheel of the Year annual cycle.

From this point of the Spring, or Vernal Equinox, we now head into the light half of the year, where the days grow long and warm, and the solar forces shine bright.

The Return of the Light

The return of the Light is one of the main themes of the Vernal Equinox. The increasing Solar forces bring an incredible impulse for renewal. There are also ties here to Resurrection forces, Easter, and the Solar Christ Light, which may be a topic for another post.

Here, I want to point out that the Renewal of the Light via the Sun happens on a physical, and also on an etheric level.

The Sun replenishes the Etheric Life Force of the Earth’s hemisphere, which also renews humanity, and brings a renewal of power to the forces of nature and many *elemental beings who help manifest the Divine into physical form.

*(Some elemental beings serve beneficial roles for Earth processes but can be detrimental for humanity to interact with… To learn more on this topic check out: Living a Spiritual Year by Adrian Anderson).

Equinox Equal Day and Night

The Equinox is a time of relative balance where the length of day and night reaches a wonderful point of equilibrium.

The very word Equinox points to this being a time of balance. Equinox comes from the Latin words aequus meaning equal, and nox meaning night.

This balance, which unfolds on many levels, creates opportunities to cultivate and plant the seeds of living a more joyful, creative, love filled and high vibe life into our present time and personal experience.

One of the Best Ways to Celebrate and Tune Into The Energies is through Meditation!

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5 Spring Equinox Rituals to Welcome a Fresh Start

In my view a ritual can really be anything you do with the intention to reconnect with the sacred, be that through words, actions or a more formal ceremony.

I personally tend to keep my rituals simple. I love contemplating and embracing the change of Seasons and observing the forces of renewal, fertility and Solar Christ Light.

Here’s some ritual ideas to help you observe, connect and tune into the sacredness of Spring now:

1. Observe the Signs of Spring

However feels right to you, get outside, and spend some time in nature to honor the changing of the seasons and reflect on the signs of spring in your location.

This could be as simple as a walk around your neighborhood to look for and notice the many signs of Spring, or to observe the push/ pull dynamics between Spring and Winter. Look for what’s sprouting and growing. Can you see buds on the trees? Are there any early wildflowers coming up where you are?

If it’s warm and sunny on the Equinox where you are, you could talk your shoes off and walk barefoot in the grass to ground your energy, or sit and meditate in the sunshine consciously drawing in the replenishing light and etheric energy of the sunshine.

Regardless of the weather, and come wind, rain, snow, or shine… I’ll definitely be going for a hike on the Equinox to honor the season, observe the changes in nature, relish the changing flavor of forest magic, and celebrate life in my favorite way which is quite simply being outside in nature!

Need more convincing to go play outside? Learn about the incredible benefits of forest bathing here.

2. Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning is a simple ritual that has long stood the test of time, and that people have been observing as a part of the Spring Festivals for centuries.

The increasing sunlight is a natural time for revealing the dust, clutter, and cobwebs that may have accumulated in your space (or your mind/ body) over the Winter.

While cleaning may not feel very fun or ceremonial to you… Keep in mind that it’s really all about the intention behind it!

On the Equinox, set the intention to cleanse out the old, negative and distorted energies from your home, mind, energy field, and life!

This is the perfect time to do some de-cluttering (hello Marie Condo

To help bring more sacred into your spring cleaning, get some inspiration for Energy Clearing with Angels here.

Keep in mind that in cleaning your space and cleansing out the old, you’re making way for a fresh new supply of vibrant light and joyful energy to fill your mind, body, and Spirit in the new Season.

Out with the old, in with the new!

3. Reconnect With Your Goals

We’re now heading into the most fertile time of the year. Join nature in this celebration of growth and new life around the first day of Spring, by getting clear about where you’d like to grow, level up and what you want to change in the coming season as we move towards the Summer Solstice.

When talking to people about goals, it’s so common to hear that they don’t really know what they want!

If this is you… Take some time on the Equinox to simply free-write about what is working for you and going well in your life, and what’s not.

Put into writing what you value, along with ideas and plans for what you want to accomplish, create, and change.

Remember this is a time of rebirth and renewal! The Spring energy creates a wonderful opportunity for refocusing on your intentions.

Get clear about what you truly value, about what is now most important to you, and put into writing affirmations, goals and intentions around the bright new energy and possibilities you’re now calling forth into your life.

You could also write out a sort of Spring Bucket List, with ideas and intention for what you would like to do, experience and enjoy between now and the Summer Solstice.

4. Decorate for Spring!

The first day of Spring is a wonderful time to refresh your altar, or decor in your home in a way that symbolizes welcoming the fresh new Spring energy?.

Spring Symbols you may want to include or draw inspiration from for a little home decoration include:

The March hare/ white rabbit, birds, pastel colors, spring birds, candles and flowers, colored eggs, daffodils, flowers, and live plants.

Fresh flowers and plants are especially powerful symbols for welcoming Spring because of their living, breathing life force energy and presence.

Celebrate with a new house plant, and take a moment to really tune into the subtle life force energy and the growth forces within the plant.

It’s of course up to you as to how simple or elaborate you’d like to decorate your space! You can also focus your springtime decor into a single area, you could create a Spring altar, or completely refresh and brighten up your entire home.

Note: You don’t have to buy a bunch of stuff to do this! Get crafty, repurpose, refresh and up-cycle, and look to Nature for inspiration and to observe how she’s decorating for Spring.

Creating A Spring Altar

A Spring Altar can be a great focal point for honoring the coming season. I have a mantle above my fireplace that’s become a fun seasonal altar I love to decorate.

The act of setting up your altar for Spring, and changing out any winter elements to weave in the fresh new energy Spring brings is a fun and sacred ritual that really brings you into the present, attunes you to the new energy, and creates a beautiful visible reminder of the season in your space.

5. Plant Seeds

We’ve already talked about planting the seeds of intention this Spring by refocusing on your goals.

Now, let’s plant some actual seeds to celebrate as well.

Seeds are incredible! They’re actual capsules of life force energy just waiting for the right conditions to spring into life.

Depending on your garden zone, planting seeds on the Spring Equinox may be either an indoor or outdoor activity for you.

Either way, I highly recommend engaging with the magical growth forces of Spring and the impulse for new life by planting some seeds.

Get a head start on your garden by starting some seeds in seed starting trays now. Or if outdoor planting is on for you, start some early season varieties like greens, radishes and snap peas in your garden.

Alternately, you could just start some mustard or arugula greens on your kitchen windowsill using recycled containers like small cardboard boxes or egg cartons to plant seeds into. Or plant a couple seeds in egg shell halves to place on your Spring altar.

Sprouting microgreens is another fun and super easy way to engage with the Spring life force energy through seeds.

Taking some cuttings of a beloved house plant to propagate some new starts could be a fun add on activity to Spring Equinox seed planting too!

Celebrate In A Way That Feels Joyful For You!

However you choose to celebrate, do what feels right for you! Spring is a time for celebrating the return of the light and the increasing vitality of nature. Not only do Spring flowers and plant life delight and inspire us… But a new sense of warmth, light and well-being can be cultivated within now as well!

There is an incredible joy that arises in simply observing and attuning to the pace of nature, and the powerful, creative, and magical life-forces the Earth is blessed with.

Honoring this moment in all of its beauty, knowing that soon the Wheel of the Year will turn and we will be honoring the Autumnal Equinox, and then Winter Solstice once again.

The unique beauty and magic of the seasons is temporary … Which just means that now is the moment to enjoy and celebrate the many blessings Spring brings.

With love, and bright blessings,

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In the Tarot, the first card of the Major Arcana Cards, which tell the story of the soul’s journey through life from Birth to Enlightenment, is the Fool. 

The Fool card represents the very beginning of a new journey.

The Wisdom of the Fool invites us all to take a leap of faith, embark on a new path, and step into a new beginning, without fear or attachment to the past.

You don’t need to see the entire path before you to embrace the new possibilities aligning for you…

Rather, you can choose to embrace the present moment, and set yourself free!

Free to follow your inner inspirations, to honor your authenticity…

And free to step into the new era emerging before you, with trust and willingness to let Divine Light and Truth shine through all you do.

The Fool card represents the infinite potential ahead, and the innocence and willingness required to step into the new.

The Fool card brings a gentle warning about the pitfalls of impulsiveness, recklessness, and ignorance too.

The Fool reminds us to balance our enthusiasm with awareness, and to cultivate presence and mindfulness as we navigate the unknown.

How can you use the wisdom of the Fool to make this time in your life less stressful and more enjoyable?

How can you have more faith, be more mindful, and have more fun during this period of change?

Spring is a potent time of new beginnings, and the energy of change and newness in amplified with the Eclipse Cycle energies.

So whether you’re navigating through huge life changes, or just changing the way you relate to your journey through life…

This is a powerful time to embrace the wisdom of the Fool, who is unafraid to take a leap of faith and embark on a new path.

With love and blessings,

 

 

P.S. The Fool Card shown in this post comes from the Rider-Waite Original Tarot

Learn more about Tarot Cards and Angel Tarot Cards here! 

Humanity has long held a fascination with the Moon. The Moon is, of course, the closest celestial body to Earth, and regardless of speculations as to its true origin, its gravitational pull and energy has long been known to have an impact on everything from the Oceans tides, farming and fishing practices, to personal moods, energy levels, and manifestation results.

While each phase of the Lunar Cycle carries a unique energetic significance, the moons energy is by far the most noticeable around the time of the Full Moon.

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The Full Moon is a high energy time, so it presents a unique window of opportunity for raising your vibrational frequency and attracting more of what you desire into your life. 

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Happy Mothers Day!

Mother’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to honor and thank mothers. Your mother – the soul who said yes to bringing you to the planet, whether they remained in your life beyond that.

Mothers Day is also an opportunity to celebrate Gaia Mother Earth, our spiritual mothers, as well as to honor the influence of all mothers in society.

Thank you!

Thank you Mothers everywhere for aligning with the sacred energy of the Divine feminine to birth us all in the physical.

Thank you for loving, nurturing, and caring for us all whole heatedly. Thank you for selflessly helping to set into motion each of our own unique spiritual journey’s through life on earth…

Of course not everyone has the most positive or healthy relationship with their birth mothers.

And the “Divine Mother” has been all but stripped from modern religious teachings as a face of the Divine…

For many, Mother’s Day may bring up feelings of loss, loneliness, judgement, and layers upon layers of past painful memories and hurts long buried and left unresolved.

So here’s where the redefinition comes in.

Mothers Day In A New Spiritual Light

Spiritually speaking, Mother’s Day is not only a celebration of our earthly mothers, but an opportunity to celebrate and consciously reconnect with the energies of the Divine Feminine, Divine Mother.

The Divine Mother is the feminine face of God. The Supreme Intelligence, and Divine Presence that dwells in the space behind the material, in the space beyond all.

When we allow our awareness to expand beyond the ordinary mental consciousness and the confines of the physical, we can begin to see our unique connection and Oneness with the creative energy of life that goes far beyond what we can even comprehend.

We can connect with, honor, and celebrate the Divine Feminine, inviting the love, nurturing and transcendental consciousness of Divine Mother into our own lives.

The Divine Mother that is nurturing, compassion, tenderness, power, truth and grace.

The Divine Feminine energy, although still largely subjugated in its full expression on Earth, still shines brightly within us all.

The Divine Feminine that is the space for the Divine Masculine to provide and thrive.
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The Divine Feminine that is the universal source of primordial energy, power, and creativity…⠀
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That is understanding insight, intuition, creativity, forgiveness, healing, and wisdom.⠀

And so this Mother’s Day.

There’s a new opportunity, that really has been here all along.⠀
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The opportunity to reconnect with the presence of the Divine Mother, and the Divine Feminine within, to bring the Feminine into perfect balance with the Divine Masculine. ⠀
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Allowing the Divine Dance of Masculine and Feminine to be re-birthed together.⠀
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For it is within the healed balance of Divine Mother and Divine Father, that the True Power of unconditional love lives.⠀
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Just waiting to reconnect, embrace, love, provide for, and nurture us All.⠀

Here is a free channeled message from Mother Mary that will help you do just that!

Heart Healing Meditation with Mother Mary! 

And so, this Mother’s Day…

Honor your Mother in some way, the soul who said yes to bringing your soul to the planet.

But also, celebrate the light of the Divine Feminine, shining, and reemerging within you and within us all by clicking the link above and enjoying this free channeled transmission from Mother Mary.

And in this, begin to notice, and become aware of just how loved, blessed, and supported you really are.

Happy Mothers Day!

With love,

 

 

Seeing butterflies in nature is always lovely. Butterflies have such a magical presence and quality as they gently dance on the air, fluttering from flower to flower. They’re so graceful and beautiful, seeing a butterfly always seems to have a way of opening my heart and reconnecting me with the magic and wonder inherently present now!

The symbolism of a butterfly is also so rich. Their life journey and expression is so symbolic of our own awakening journey, and spiritual path.This may even make you wonder:

Is there even more to the meaning of seeing butterflies than it at first glace seems?

Are butterflies angels? Are they messengers from the realms of spirit?

What insights do butterflies seek to reveal to us?

Butterfly Meaning – The Metaphor of the Butterfly

The spiritual meaning of a butterfly has to do with spiritual rebirth, transformation, creativity, infinite potential, vibrant joy, change, and an ability to experience the wonder of life.

Observing the life cycle of the butterfly in and of itself holds rich symbolism and meaning.

Let’s explore this:

Birthed from an egg the butterfly lives it’s early life as a caterpillar.

It then retreats within the pupa or chrysalis where it undergoes a deep transformation.

Finally when it emerges from the chrysalis it is reborn as a beautiful winged being.

This magnificent transformation the butterfly journeys through in its life expression closely mirrors the path of spiritual transformation we each have the opportunity to choose to take. Being in a spiritual path is not required… But it it available, and for those who choose it, like the Butterfly we can be reborn, completely transformed, we can find our wings and learn to fly but only when we first are willing to retreat within.

By retreating from the busyness of the external world into our inner being, we are able to cultivate and dive into a rich Stillness, Peace and Presence that simply is Divine.

When we surrounds ourselves in cocoons of prayer, meditation, spiritual insights and reflections, we transform. When we are willing to face our own shadow self, greeting all the aspects of ourselves we’ve not wanted to face… Welcoming everything, all that we are with love and with compassion, we transform. Through this inner journey, we heal, grow and evolve… We become ready and willing to emerge.

To emerge like the butterfly, awakened and ready to fly! We’re transformed and reborn into an entirely new way of being.

Butterfly Life Span

In addition to how they live their miraculous life, butterflies don’t live long. They typically only live for a few weeks or months at the longest, which in and of itself offers more butterfly meaning guidance for us.

Guidance that life is short. Even for humanity, time moves quickly, and so the butterfly with its magnificent and yet short life, reminds us to enjoy the here and now.

I also like to think that the transformation of the butterfly, as well as each of our own spiritual transformations,  continue onward after death. With death, our souls retreat from the physical world in a whole new way, but in this journey too when we have rested, restored our soul and are ready we will once again be reborn into another dimension. Even after death our transformation continues and we get our wings, remember our full light, and remember how to fly.

Have you been seeing lots of butterflies lately, either in your waking life or in your dreams?

If so, the butterfly may be appearing as a power animal for you.

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If you’re not familiar with power animals, in many native earth-based cultures, each animal was considered to bring messages from spirit. By looking at the qualities of the animal, it’s strengths, qualities, and tendencies, we’re able to become aware of the message present for us through the power animal, from spirit.

As power animals, butterflies are magical and cherished. If you’re seeing butterflies, you may want to ask yourself what changes you’re needing to make to live more in alignment with your authentic truth.

What could you do to live with more joy and freedom? What could you do that would light up your soul and invoke a sense of joy and wonder?

Or perhaps you’re already experiencing huge changes and transformations in your life, and the butterfly is simply appearing to remind you it’s all going to be okay. Transformation is a normal part of life, trust in the process, and rest well knowing that the gentle medicine of butterfly is helping to guide you through.

Butterflies are a reminder of the Divine presence and magic in all of life, and a call to embrace and tune into it!

Butterflies And Angels

In addition to the spiritual guidance we can receive through the metaphor of the butterfly, and by looking at it’s meaning as a power animal, when we see butterflies there is often even more than meets the eye.

Quite often angels and fairies use butterflies to remind us of their presence, and to send signals and validations to guide us through life.

Why Would Angels Communicate Through Butterflies?

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Butterflies have a way of capturing attention, and so the angels leverage these winged messengers of the physical realm to help get their messages from spirit through. And so… When you see a butterfly, pay attention! Quite your mind, and listen through your intuition, your subtle senses, thoughts, feelings, and inner vision that allows you to receive the message from angels that butterflies can help signal is present.

Butterfly Meaning and Signs From Deceased Loved Ones

One of the most common questions I get about butterflies comes from those who have recently lost loved ones.

And guess what? Yes, butterflies are an incredibly common sign from deceased loved ones!

Seeing butterflies shortly after losing a loved is a beautiful sign that the spirit of your loved one lives on.

Have you had a butterfly land on you, follow you, or catch your attention in another beyond the ordinary way?

Angels Sending Butterflies?

In the case of seeing butterflies in connection to deceased loved ones, sometimes angels will send butterflies to comfort and reassure you that the soul of your loved one lives on.

Other times your loved one may put some of their soul essence into a butterfly to actually connect with you physically once again.

So there you have it. Really, looking at butterflies from a number of angles, the answer appears.

These magical winged messengers really are delivering guidance and love from spirit. 

So next time you see a butterfly, in addition to marveling at its lightness and ability to float through the sky… Take a moment to quiet your mind, pay attention, and with your intuition, tune in.

Spiritual Meaning and Symbolism of Different Colors of Butterflies

At this point, we’ve looked at the butterfly meaning, explored their connection with angels, and seen how they are a clear symbol of spiritual transformation.

But what about different colored butterflies? Does each color have a slightly different meaning?

Yes and no.

No, because all butterflies carry a message and symbolism of rebirth, transformation, joy, and tapping into the miracle of life in the present moment. All butterflies represent the soul and can act as signs of Spirit.

Yes, because different colors vibrate with a different energy, and so different colors do have a slightly different butterfly meaning, symbolic significance, and spiritual representations.

Let’s look at some of the added meaning behind different colors of butterflies.

Keep in mind that while yes, some butterflies are mostly one color, more often they have multiple colors. Whatever the dominant color of the butterfly will be its main symbolic significance, and the accent colors will offer further detail and clarification as to the symbolic meaning.

Orange, Black and White Butterfly

For example, a beautiful Orange butterfly with Black outlined wings and small White spots primarily resonates with the color Orange, but also carries symbolism of Black and White to a lesser degree.

When it comes to identifying the deeper meaning of butterflies of a certain color. Pay attention to what that particular color means to you.

Orange Butterfly

To keep with this example, Orange Butterflies are often symbols of encouragement, excitement, and passion. Seeing an Orange Butterfly may be a call to stay positive, reconnect with joy and follow your inner bliss and excitement to positively transform your life experience. But Orange has many other associations too. Orange is the color of the Sacral Chakra, and so an orange butterfly may carry symbolism of creativity, and connection with others for you as well.

Yellow Butterfly

Yellow Butterflies are symbols of joy, happiness and creativity. A reminder to have fun, to embrace creativity playfulness, and whatever it is that makes you happy. A Yellow Butterfly’s meaning can also represent new life on its way, this may mean something fun and creative is aligning in your life, or more literally that someone new will soon be entering your experience.

White Butterfly

White Butterflies are symbols of spiritual change and personal transformation. White represents purity and innocence. Seeing a White Butterfly is often a sign that your angels and Spirit has a message for you, hence, it is a reminder to clear your mind, and open your heart to allow higher Divine guidance to reach you.

White Butterfly meaning also brings the reminder of your direct connection with Spirit, and the ability to recharge your energy with light and peace direct from Source rather than trying to “get energy” from others.

Black Butterfly

Black Butterflies are symbols of potent transformation. Seeing a completely Black Butterfly is often a sign that something in your life is up for review, and that you would benefit in letting it die and fade away.

This could mean letting go of a limiting belief, negative pattern or habit, or a way of relating to others and to the world. Remember that on the other side of death is rebirth… What do you need to let go of and “let die” in order for the transformative power of rebirth to emerge? Black Butterfly meanings can also represent the Divine Feminine, and entering into the void and unknown in order for new growth, life and transformation to be rebirthed.

Blue Butterfly

A blue butterfly is definitely a sight to behold. Blue butterflies can represent love, serenity, and inspiration.

Blue is sometimes a color associated with sadness, if this is what a blue butterfly brings up for you it likely does so to support your healing.

Black as An Accent Color in Butterflies

Many Butterflies have prominent black markings as an accent color. In this case, the prominent color points to the area of life in which you’re being asked to transform and change.

Monarch Butterfly Meaning

A Monarch Butterfly is mostly a deep Orange Color with Black vein-like markings, as well as a Black outline along the outer edge of each wing.

The meaning of orange encourages you to dig deep to reconnect with your courage and excitement to live in alignment with your passions and heart’s desire.

The black color meaning as an accent reveals that you need to let something in our life die and fade away in order to embrace the positive change and transformation that is possible and in store.

What Does It Mean if A Butterfly Lands on You?

Having a butterfly land on you is such an incredible experience. When this happens, I believe the meaning and symbolism of the butterfly is even more significant for you. Pay attention! This could indicate the entrance into a new phase of life where you transform and begin to experience greater love, peace, harmony, and spiritual connection.

Alternately, in some cases when a butterfly lands on you, it is a sign from your loved one in Spirit. A validation that their soul lives on and they are loving, supporting and encouraging you to be happy and follow your heart to live in joy and love in your life now.

Have you ever had a magical encounter with a butterfly? Comment below and share your story!

Also…

If you enjoyed this article, you’ll love the one about the meaning behind finding feathers on your path too!  Click here to read the feather meaning post, now.

With gratitude,

 

 

Over the past decade of my own personal growth and emotional healing journey, I’ve read a lot of books.

In this, I’ve discovered that reading can be a truly powerful catalyst for transformation, emotional healing and personal growth.

The right book at the right time can truly be life changing.

Because of this, I’m inspired to share with you some of the books that I feel have been the most impactful for me in my healing journey.

Don’t worry if not every book on this list speaks to you right now. That’s perfectly okay! Instead, trust your intuition and see which 2 or 3 titles naturally catch your eye and pique your curiosity. Start with those and let your intuition guide you.

“The Untethered Soul” by Michael A. Singer:

“There is nothing more important to true growth than realizing that you are not the voice of the mind – you are the one who hears it.” 

I love this book, as it so beautifully book guides you on a journey to unleash your inner potential by letting go of limiting thoughts and emotions. Singer offers practical advice on how to quiet the mind, find inner peace, and live a more fulfilling life.

“Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, & Endorphin Levels” by Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD:

“FOUR HAPPY CHEMICALS Dopamine: the joy of finding what you seek Endorphin: the oblivion that masks pain Oxytocin: the comfort of social alliances Serotonin: the security of social importance”

With this book, it felt like I was finally receiving the guide on “how to operate the human brain”. In this book, Dr. Breuning explores the brain chemicals of happiness and offers practical strategies for optimizing your brain’s natural feel-good chemicals. By understanding the role of serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins, you can develop habits that promote a more positive and resilient mindset.

“The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” by Joseph Murphy:

“Busy your mind with the concepts of harmony, health, peace, and good will, and wonders will happen in your life.”

This book is a classic which explores the power of the subconscious mind and provides techniques for harnessing its potential to create positive change in your life. Learn how to reprogram your mind for success, happiness, and well-being.

“Letting Go: The Pathway to Surrender” by David R. Hawkins:

“The crucial point is: by changing ourselves, we change the world. As we become more loving on the inside, healing occurs on the outside. Much like the rising of the sea level lifts all ships, so the radiance of unconditional love within a human heart lifts all of life.”

I love this book so much I made a video about it you can watch here. Letting Go is life changing for overcoming blockages, and letting go of what’s holding you back. Dr. Hawkins teaches that most negative emotions are due to suppressed and denied feelings, and releasing these through the process of surrender leads to greater peace and happiness. He employs practical techniques, combined with an in-depth exploration of emotional development, to facilitate personal transformation. In this book, you will learn about the various emotional states we experience, from apathy to love and enlightenment, as categorized by Hawkins’s unique Map of Consciousness.

“Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy” by David D. Burns:

““Labeling yourself is not only self-defeating, it is irrational. Your self cannot be equated with any one thing you do. Your life is a complex and ever-changing flow of thoughts, emotions, and actions. To put it another way, you are more like a river than a statue. Stop trying to define yourself with negative labels”

This is one of those books that was quite simply the right book at the right time. The book provides practical techniques and exercises for identifying and challenging distorted thinking, such as all-or-nothing thinking, overgeneralization, and self-blame. Burns also offers strategies for improving self-esteem, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

“How To Do The Work” By Dr. Nicole LePera:

“As we expand our level of conscious awareness, we can see that we are not our ego stories. Thoughts happen to us. They don’t mean anything about who we are. They’re simply our ego attempting to defend our identity and protect us from pain.”

In this book, Dr. Nicole LePera, known as “The Holistic Psychologist,” offers a practical framework for self-healing and personal growth. She guides you through the process of understanding your past, healing your present, and creating a more authentic and fulfilling future.

“You Can Heal Your Life” by Louise Hay:

“In the infinity of life where I am,
All is perfect, whole and complete,
I no longer choose to believe in old limitations and lack, I now choose to begin to see myself
As the Universe sees me — perfect, whole, and complete.”

I read this book early on in my awakening journey, and found it to be such a powerful exploration of the connection between the mind and body. She offers affirmations and exercises for self-love, forgiveness, and healing, empowering you to take control of your emotional and physical well-being.

“Loving What Is” by Byron Katie:

“Peace doesn’t require two people; it requires only one. It has to be you. The problem begins and ends there.”

In Loving What Is, Byron Katie introduces “The Work,” a powerful method for questioning and transforming stressful thoughts and beliefs. Through four simple questions, you’ll learn to find peace and clarity in any situation, leading to a more fulfilling life.

“Change Your Thoughts – Change Your Life” by Wayne Dyer:

“Wisdom is knowing I am nothing, love is knowing I am everything, and between the two my life moves.”

In this book Wayne Dyer translates the Tao Te Ching through his signature self-help style, and offers a sort of map for navigating life by aligning your thoughts and actions with your true essence. This book was my introduction to the Tao Te Ching really touched me when I read it.

“Power of Kabbalah” From the Teachings of Rav Berg:

“Love is a weapon of Light, and it has the power to eradicate all forms of darkness. That is the key. When we offer love even to our enemies, we destroy their darkness and hatred…”

The Power of Kabbalah is a transformative guide that distills the ancient wisdom of Kabbalah into a practical, life-changing framework to empower healing, and assistance in unlocking the door to abundance, purpose, and genuine happiness.

“It Didn’t Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle” by Mark Wolynn:

“A life completely devoid of trauma, as we’re learning, is highly unlikely. Traumas do not sleep, even with death, but, rather, continue to look for the fertile ground of resolution in the children of the following generations. Fortunately, human beings are resilient and are capable of healing most types of trauma. This can happen at any time during our lives.”

This book explores the concept of intergenerational trauma and is a powerful access point for clearing unresolved family issues. Its approach is unconventional and provides tools for breaking the cycle of emotional pain. By understanding and healing our family history, we can transform our own lives and create a better future for generations to come.

“Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life” by Thich Nhat Hanh:

“Our senses are our windows to the world, and sometimes the wind blows through them and disturbs everything within us. Some of us leave our windows open all the time, allowing the sights and sounds of the world to invade us, penetrate us, and expose our sad, troubled selves.”

I love Peace Is Every Step and really everything from Thich Nhat Hahn and find his teachings to be so beautiful and true. This book offers a gentle introduction to mindfulness and its applications in daily life. Thich Nhat Hanh shares simple yet profound practices for cultivating peace, presence, and joy in every moment in a most eloquent and beautiful way.

“Ancestral Medicine: Rituals for Personal and Family Healing” by Daniel Foor, PhD

“When we reconcile with ancestors who experienced different types of persecution or who enacted violence and oppression, we make repairs in our personal psyches and family histories that, in turn, mend cracks in the larger spirit of humanity. This supports us in moving beyond identifying with victim/victimizer consciousness and in embodying what is beautiful and helpful from the past. Transforming generations of family and cultural pain also frees us to draw upon the support of the loving ancestors for prosperity in our vocation and service in the world.”

Ancestral Medicine delves into the healing power of ancestral connections and provides rituals for personal and family healing. By honoring and working with our ancestors, we can access deep wisdom and support for our own growth and transformation.

“Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One” by Dr. Joe Dispenza:

“A new state of being creates a new personality … a new personality produces a new personal reality. How will you know whether this meditative practice has activated your three brains to produce the intended effect? Simple: you will feel different as a result of investing in the process.”

Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself combines neuroscience and spirituality to offer a guide for rewiring your brain and creating lasting change. Joe Dispenza provides practical tools and exercises for breaking free from limiting patterns and creating a new, empowered version of yourself.

“Feeling Is The Secret” by Neville Goddard:

“Be careful of your moods and feelings, for there is an unbroken connection between your feelings and your visible world. Your body is an emotional filter and bears the unmistakable marks of your prevalent emotions.”

In this powerful book, Goddard explores the transformative power of our thoughts and feelings. He argues that by mastering our inner world, we can shape our external reality and manifest our deepest desires. This book offers a compelling introduction to the Law of Attraction and the art of conscious creation.

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This list is of course not an all encompassing one.

What books have you found to be most helpful for you in your healing journey? 

Comment below and let me know! 

I sincerely hope that some of these books can be as helpful to you as they have been to me.

Keep in mind that some of them might not click with you right now, and that’s okay! The books that do catch your eye may prove to be incredible teachers, guiding you to deeper levels of healing and self-discovery. They’ve certainly been instrumental in my own journey, and I believe they have the power to transform your life as well.

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56 Remembrance and Memorial Quotes

In moments of loss and remembrance, we often search for the right words to express the profound emotions that envelop us. Farewell words that express the depth of our love, the pain of our loss, and the beauty of the memories we will forever hold dear.

As we commemorate the lives of those we’ve lost, quotes can often provide comfort, perspective, and a sense of connection. They remind us that we are not alone in our grief and that love and memory transcend the boundaries of physical existence. Words cannot erase our loss, or even accurately convey our deepest sympathy, and yet, sometimes the right words really can make all the difference as we honor the memory of an amazing person, and remember that while they are gone from our lives, their spirit lives on,

In this post, I’ve compiled a collection of touching remembrance quotes. These words echo the universal human experience of loss, honor the enduring impact of those we’ve loved and lost, and celebrate the eternal nature of love.

Whether you’re seeking solace, crafting a fitting tribute, or simply taking a moment to remember a loved one, friends or loving family lost, I hope these quotes bring you comfort and inspire reflection.

You can draw upon these memorial quotes when writing a condolence card, incorporating them into a memorial program, or simply seeking comfort during a difficult time. Let their wisdom and warmth serve as a tender reminder of the enduring presence of those we have lost, celebrating their lives and the love they shared.

These memorial quotes offer a gentle reflection on the power of loving memory and the eternal connection between hearts, regardless of physical absence.

Remembrance and Memory Quotes compiled from many different sources:

“After your death, you will be what you were before your birth.”— Arthur Schopenhauer

“The body is only a garment. How many times you have changed your clothing in this life, yet because of this, you would not say that you have changed. Similarly, when you give up this bodily dress at death you do not change. You are just the same, an immortal soul, a child of God.”— Paramahansa Yogananda

“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.”— Gandhi

“Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.”— Unknown

“Death is no more than passing from one room into another. But there’s a difference for me, you know. Because in that other room I shall be able to see.”— Helen Keller

“Life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one. In the depths of your hopes and desires lies your silent knowledge of the beyond; and like seeds dreaming beneath the snow, your heart dreams of spring. Trust the dreams, for in them is hidden the gate to eternity.” — Kahlil Gibran

“Death is only a level crossing from one life to another, from life in its beginnings to life in full achievements. From this incomplete life to that transformed one.” — Raoul Plus

“Life is eternal and love is immortal; And death is only a horizon, And a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.”— Rossiter W. Raymond

“I believe there are two sides to the phenomenon known as death, this side where we live, and the other side where we shall continue to live. Eternity does not start with death. We are in eternity now.”— Norman Vincent Peale

“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.”— Inuit Proverb

“Death – the last sleep? No, it is the final awakening.” — Walter Scott

“Death is nothing else but going home to God, the bond of love will be unbroken for all eternity.”— Mother Teresa

“You live on earth only for a few short years which you call an incarnation, and then you leave your body as an outworn dress and go for refreshment to your true home in the spirit.” — White Eagle

“Choose to see death as simply removing a garment or moving from one room to another… it’s merely a transition.” — Wayne Dyer

“I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought, and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.”— Leo Buscaglia

“To live in hearts we leave behind Is not to die.”—  Thomas Campbell

“For death is no more than a turning of us over from time to eternity.”— William Penn

“The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.” — Eileen Elias Freeman

“When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.” — Kahlil Gibran

“The tide recedes but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand. The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops, and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains….. For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains.” — Unknown

“Your end, which is endless, is as a snowflake dissolving in the pure air.” — Zen Proverb

“For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one.” — Khalil Gibran

“I’ve told my children that when I die, to release balloons in the sky to celebrate that I graduated. For me, death is a graduation.” — Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

“As long as we live they too will live, for they are now are a part of us, as we remember them.” — Jewish Prayer

“Never the spirit was born; the spirit shall cease to be never; Never was time it was not; End and Beginning are dreams! Birthless and deathless and changeless remaineth the spirit forever; Death hath not touched it at all, dead though the house of it seems.” — The Bhagavad Gita

“How glorious is life after death! No more will you have to lug about this old baggage of bones, with all its troubles. You will be free in the astral heaven, unhindered by physical limitations.” — Paramahansa Yogananda

“End? No, the journey doesn’t end here. Death is just another path, one that we all must take. The grey rain-curtain of this world rolls back, and all turns to silver glass, and then you see it.” — J.R.R. Tolkien

“Seeing death as the end of life is like seeing the horizon as the end of the ocean.” — David Searls

“Death is simply a shedding of the physical body like the butterfly shedding its cocoon. It is a transition to a higher state of consciousness where you continue to perceive, to understand, to laugh, and to be able to grow.” — Elizabeth Kubler-Ross

“Just as a little bird cracks open the shell and flies out, we fly out of this shell, the shell of the body. We call that death, but strictly speaking, death is nothing but a change in form.” — Swami Satchidananda

“You will lose someone you can’t live without, and your heart will be badly broken, and the bad news is that you never completely get over the loss of your beloved. But this is also the good news. They live forever in your broken heart that doesn’t seal back up. And you come through. It’s like having a broken leg that never heals perfectly — that still hurts when the weather gets cold, but you learn to dance with the limp.” — Anne Lamott

“There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love.” – Washington Irving

“I’m not afraid of death because I don’t believe in it. It’s just getting out of one car and into another.” —John Lennon

“The day which we fear as our last is but the birthday of eternity.” —Seneca

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen nor even touched, but just felt in the heart.” — Helen Keller

“Those who love deeply never grow old; they may die of old age, but they die young.” — Sir Arthur Wing

What we have once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. — Helen Keller

“Our legacy is really the lives we touch, the inspiration we give, altering someone’s plan – if even for a moment – and getting them to think, cry, laugh, argue. More than anything, we are remembered for our smiles; the ones we share with our closest and dearest, and the ones we bestow on a total stranger, who needed it right then, and God put you there to deliver.” —Carrie Hamilton

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them.” — Laurence Binyon

“Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.” – Matthew 25:21

Short Memorial Quotes to Honor Those We Love Deeply

While even a thousand words don’t hold the power to return our lost loved ones to us, memorial quotes can help to honor the lives, recall beautiful memories, and perpetuate the legacies of our loved one lost. In each of the remembrances quotes and in every tribute, we can express the indelible mark our loved ones have left on our lives and the world, knowing that while they will be missed beyond measure, their spirit continues to brightly shine on in our hearts, minds, and memory.

“Those we have held in our arms for a little while, we hold in our hearts forever.” — Khalil Gibran

“Love has no age, no limit, and no death.” — John Galsworthy

“A life that touches others goes on forever.”— Unknown

“Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories.” –Ronald Reagan

“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a while, but their hearts forever.” — Unknown

“But the pain of grief is only a shadow when compared with the pain of never risking love.” —Hilary Stanton Zunin

“I did not see you close your eyes or hear your last sigh. I only heard that you were gone, too late to say goodbye.” — Unknown

“No one spread more love in one lifetime. The song has ended but the melody lingers on.” — Irving Berlin

“Always on my mind. Forever in the heart.” — Unknown

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” — Unknown

“Life is a dream walking. Death is going home.”— Proverb

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” — Thomas Campbell

“Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” – Theodore Geisel (Dr. Seuss)

“We do not remember days, we remember moments.”  — Cesare Pavese

“Love is eternal — the aspect may change, but not the essence.” — Vincent Van Gogh

“I am because you were.” — Unknown

May you find peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories that serve as a beacon of love, forever held in your heart.

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With love and blessings,

P.S. If you enjoyed reading these remembrance quotes, you might also enjoy my compilation of Angel Quotes…

Or read about the top Signs of Life After Death here!