Innate Wholeness

Not because it’s Valentine’s Day… just because you’re You.  Simply because you were born into this Earthly reality we all share and you are innately valuable.

I love the child within that comes out to play, wonder, and explore.  I love your creativity and your willingness.

I love your smile as it shines from the inside out.  And I am not the only one who notices, whether I know you in person or not – it is far felt.

I appreciate you in your fullness, whatever you may feel – angry, upset, sad, confused, frustrated, joyful, relaxed, easy going, hopeful, faithful, loving, or any other variation.

I love that you are dedicated to parenting in a way that honors you and your child, from the inside out.  That you love enough to keep going, start over, try again, seek resources, and appreciate whatever possible when moments are tough and your commitment to make the most of the present.

I appreciate you and I thank you for continuing to subscribe to this email list, even though I haven’t sent a note in quite a while!

I have been ‘within’ enjoying family and adjusting to lovely changes. In November the children and I moved to southern Missouri with my partner, Michael. I have been joyfully practicing Parent Talk and will be offering classes very soon (look towards the end of next week for a special sign up just for subscribers).  To add to the excitement I am expecting a fourth child in September!  I have been spending a fair amount of time resting and reflecting… now I’m back.  I trust Life is providing you ample opportunities for reflection also.    I look forward to connecting with you again soon!

Much Love,
Amy

A few days ago I joined three close friends, who are also mothers, in a healing session.   What came to me was a profound reminder of taking time to simply sit down and take care of ourselves.  Different than in the standard ways, yet complimentary.

Enjoy…

In the beginning as I set the intention to receive I felt guided to flow a light of forgiveness session for all of us.

An initial insight was about taking moments to center, ground, focus, heal in the midst of our lives… a visual of sitting in the center of the room, hands in peaceful prayer position, eyes closed with family coming to value these moments we go within…much like physical nourishment, this being nourishment for the soul and us taking the time to do it whenever we’re “hungry.”

Truly we are the example and the more we do this whenever we feel moved in whatever context we are in the more we give them permission to do the same, instead of worry about what others are thinking of us… tuning in, tuning in, tuning in…

Take whatever moments you need today to simply tune into you for the harmony of the entire family

In this series I highlight some really simple ways you can honor your child and yourself. When these facets of life are honored a good portion of “problems” will not ever make it to “problem” status.

Apologize. Forgive. Love. The process of responsibility can feel and look many ways.  Some people feel like they say they’re sorry for everything and guilt still hangs with them.  Others feel like saying sorry comes across as fake unless someone tries to make up for what went “wrong.”  Regardless of where you stand you can look at the process in a new light at any time.

Parents and children alike can only do their best in any given moment.  If it could be any different, it would.  The process of responsibility exists for the purpose of growth and expansion within an individual and a relationship.

The first step is to acknowledge that you are sorry.  Start with saying it to yourself and your Source of Life (internally or out loud).  Then to your child or partner or other involved (if applicable).

The next step is a quick move to forgiveness to release the hold the bad feeling has on you and the other.  Anyone who says I’m sorry wants and deserves forgiveness, instantly. That includes you forgiving you.  Say it out loud and feel what forgiveness feels like: Freedom.

Next step, Love.  If the situation can be remedied, then make amends.  If it’s a matter of talking roughly to yourself or your child simply take a breath and adjust your tone.  You only have the moment you’re in and a promise to change later puts relief in a distant place not accessible right now.

Practice the process of responsibility with yourself and your children and watch tension and conflict melt away.