Observing my improved mental health over the last couple months since using the brain health device (pictured) and in the last week since moving to Ocala, Florida. If you would rather listen instead of read, play the audio:
A couple months ago, I began using this headset and simultaneously working with my Integrating the Spirals strategies in preparation for our move.
Why?
I had been in a funk after my husband’s stroke last October and feeling very ignored by friends—friends we had moved to the St. Petersburg/Bradenton, Florida area to see and spend time with after moving to Merritt Island (when hubby had been called back to work at the Space Center) and after we had lived in the woods for 17 months when he retired for the second time. We had been away for just over 3.5 years and I guess they moved on. I suppose that’s how life goes.
Even before Richard’s stroke, we had not seen several of the friends we had seen regularly before, but particularly after such health events (when we people really need support). These friends seemingly vanished from earth!
I guess it’s really true what they say, “Out of sight, out of mind”!
I allowed myself time to grieve their perceived absence and express my emotions (mostly via writing). I even complained, which may feel good in the moment, but I know that energy circles back, so ultimately it doesn’t help. It often just makes one feel worse. And I was spiraling downhill. I think the longer we sat in that old condo too, the more pissed I got.
So, I knew I had to do something physically to break out of that mindset. Moving has often been my answer. And the condo owner had said (a few months after we moved in) that she wanted to move back in, so I had started looking all around Florida for a similar place but one that couldn’t be sold out from under us. I was feeling more and more drawn to finding an apartment community with amenities we would use. The aging condo community in Bradenton didn’t offer the amenities we needed anyway. And I only went to the beach once in the two years we lived there. The traffic. The sand. The lack of parking. No friends to hang out with. I don’t know. The beach has long since lost its appeal.
I wanted to ride the beach horses, but never did. I went to a butterfly park and saw two butterflies. It was a joke. Of course, I did go to Reiki sessions and Reiki classes, and did a one day retreat, as well as a one day outing south of Sarasota, so I did do several things for myself while living in Bradenton, so all wasn’t lost. I reconnected with a dear senior friend too for awhile, though after my husband’s stroke she never called anymore either. I tried reaching out but she was busy with a friend who’s husband had died and said she would get back to me. I left it at that.
After we sold the car, there wasn’t much to walk to there either. Now, we have many options to explore near us. I had a feeling that would boost my mood and it has. I know no place is perfect. Nor anyone. I don’t really believe in Perfection anyway. But with the help of the tools I have and processes, as well as my darling husband and my two feet, I am feeling better every day. And that’s a good thing. Now, I am ready to forgive the friends for not visiting, not inviting, not calling, etc. It’s okay. I understand. Life’s all abour priorities. If someone really cares, they make the time. And my time will be better spent from now on too.
Mental health improvements
I am more calm.
I am mostly at peace.
I live in GRATITUDE for many things and especially for my husband.
I am sun gazing each morning and doing my meditation and qigong outside on the lanai.
I am still doing my Asian squats.
I am still doing my Integrating the Spirals F-L-O-W movements too.
I enjoy (In Joy) watering and talking to my plants.
I place high importance on making time to strengthen and improve my intuition and psychic abilities.
I am applying principles from off grid living to the new place like, sweeping the floors instead of using an electric powered vacuum.
I am choosing my next steps and next outings carefully and consciously.
I am waving at neighbors and saying “Hello”!
I am carving out more time to move and walk with hubby each day.
I am choosing to only eat nourishing food I enjoy and adding coconut kefir (something new for me).
I am taking a new class in a couple weeks called, Awakend Mind, let me know if you’d like to join me. It’s 21-days on Zoom (recorded too).
I am planning to reconnect with a former coworker who lives near us, and a couple other new friends I met via Facebook last year that live near us. I also hope to meet a cousin of mine who lives near too! And one of our musical friends. And have a friends (who were our off grid neighbors) over for a meal or go see the horses at the World Equestrian Center (WEC). So, we’ll see what pans out.
Whatever happens though, I will watch my expectations. I think expecting too much of people is what caused me to dip into this funk in the first place. So, I must guard against that.
My 4th book is on Amazon and my daughter bought the first copy! I had ordered two initially but she bought the actual first one after I corrected a couple things and lowered the price. Here’s the link to check it out: Have Yourself a Wholly Vibrant Life: Reversing Asthma and Other Chronic Illness Naturally
To our better health, ease, joy, and sustainment in JOY!
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
Peace. Out.
Audio provided by https://otter.ai
Integrating the Spirals to ease suffering
My online Zoom video course, Integrating the Spirals is helpful now more than ever because I know people are suffering. (Let me know if you’re interested in the Integrating the Spirals course.)
As an empath I want to help ease suffering and raise hope. I want to uplift others and raise our collective vibrations and consciousness. I teach breath work and meditation so we appreciate the value of Detachment. We till our inner soil with our breath and that offers us peace and calm. Meditation is an easy way to Connect us with spirit, higher selves, Omniscience God, and receive personal guidance.
Be the best version of who you want to be–because if you’re reading my words your soul is probably beckoning you to align with it and live up to your highest ideals. Not perfect because who is perfect? Most stagnate or ‘get stuck’ while on their way to being whatever they think perfection is. Making progress is enough. Carrying your Karma lightly is enough. Be kind to yourself while living responsibly. Who you ARE affects us ALL. We Are All Connected.
Omniscience knows ALL. Omniscience is always with you. You are never alone.
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to all of his songs at: http://listen4music.com
Here’s a video of us performing on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/416711742?ref=fb-share
About me, your Spiral Sister
I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture/chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music, or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses.
I invite you to check out my new metaphysical book–Blue Eyes: Ethereal Messages of Connection. There are two versions (Kindle and paperback) on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WV68KF
I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving” available on Amazon.
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