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Weekly NewsletterW/ Gypsy Spirit
November 24th -November 30th |
Word Of The Week:
GRATITUDE: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness
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During this time of year, we often reflect on what we have done for the whole year. Many of us had success, while others may feel that they did not accomplish all they set out to do. Some may have encountered losses. It is also a time when we need to take a step back, and look at what we really have. I recall many years ago a friend of mine told me the story of how one morning she got to work and when she poured some coffee in her mug, it was cold. The coffee was cold and there was not any cream or sugar either. She expressed to me that she got so angry. After a few minutes of frustration, something came over her. She realized that there are people in the world that would give anything to have a cold cup of coffee. Suddenly the inconvenience was no longer an issue. She heated her coffee up in the microwave and was grateful to have that.
My 21 year old son and I had a conversation just this morning about cocaine. I explained that coke was something that never interested me. I explained of how someone once described it to me. The first high you get from coke is a beautiful experience. So of course, you do it again. The second time around, the high is not the same. As a result you will keep doing it, chasing after that first high you had, never being able to catch it again. Next thing you know you are smoking crack, while the chase of the first high continues. We live in a world of instant gratification and I can see how that first coke high can compare to life in general. You see, we never seem to have enough and we keep chasing for more. We get more and it is still not enough. We are all guilty of saying stuff like, "When I lose weight, I am going to buy a certain outfit, etc." |
My family has often referred to my step-mother as "Tammy Faye Baker", because of how poor she cries. In 2004, my father came into a cash settlement for over a million dollars. He and my step-mother paid their house off and all the other bills. They purchased new cars and had some other repairs done to their home. My step-mother plays the lottery all the time. One day, after the settlement, she mentioned to her daughter that when she wins the lottery she was going to do something. I can't recall what it was she was going to do. In any case, her daughter called her out and said, "Wait a minute, haven't you already won the lottery?" Seriously, even after coming into all that money, it still was not enough.
The question is, "When are we ever going to be satisfied with what we have?" I personally believe that we live in a world full of people that are angry and scared. Angry because we keep chasing after more and can't seem to get that instant gratification, scared because we are afraid of not having enough. My friend, James Himm Mitchell, expresses that when we have an attitude of gratitude, we become content with what we already have. It is when we are peaceful & content with what is already in front of us, the chasing ends. The "attitude of gratitude" brings us to a new healthy level of thinking. This season, let's relax and look around at what we have with appreciation. Happy Thanksgiving! Gypsy Spirit |
The Chakra Column
For six years I have been working on creating products to help us with Chakra alignment. After much trial & error, and a lot of money, my manifestation in creating these products has finally come full circle, and I am excited to offer the products to you.
Many of you may not know what Chakra's are. The best way I know to explain is this: We have a physical body and a spiritual body within. Our physical body has organs to sustain us, the chakra's are the spiritual organs to our spiritual well being. Certain physical organs are connected to our chakra's.
The goal is to bring the physical organs & the chakra's into alignment together, thus bringing a sound balance to mind, body & spirit.
Many of you may not know what Chakra's are. The best way I know to explain is this: We have a physical body and a spiritual body within. Our physical body has organs to sustain us, the chakra's are the spiritual organs to our spiritual well being. Certain physical organs are connected to our chakra's.
The goal is to bring the physical organs & the chakra's into alignment together, thus bringing a sound balance to mind, body & spirit.
The Root Chakra
The root chakra, aka Muladhara, is the body’s most primal energy center. It is located at the base of our spine, or groin area. Being associated with the color red, the root chakra is the energy associated with instinct, survival, and safety. For those that experience trauma , fears, instability and psychological problems, the Root Chakra becomes blocked and suppresses the energy flow.
Some healing practices for the Root Chakra:
It is important that we feel safe with a sense of security and love. For many, memories of traumatic life experiences from the past continue to haunt deep down in the sub-conscious, thus blocking the root chakra. The following are some healing practices for a healthy root chakra:
~When we think of the root chakra, we must think about connecting with Mother Earth. Being grounded. Therefore working in the dirt is an excellent way to connect. That does not mean putting on fancy gloves. While you are working in your garden or beginning to create one, close your eyes and consciously feel the connection you are experiencing at the moment with the earth.
~Talk with a tree...lol. What I mean by that is find a tree that you feel a sense of connection with. I have many times meditated on connecting with a tree that I was fascinated with. When we do this practice, we get a lot of information from tree friends.
~Keep the following stones & crystals close by: (there are many more, I don't want to overwhelm you)
Red Carnelian: courage & strength, increases self-worth, clears & dispels negative energy, grounding
Red Jasper: security & balance, grounding, strength & vitality
Smoky Quartz: grounding & stabilizing, helps to overcome feelings of fear, depression & anger, helps release old wounds
Practice this affirmation:
~I am worthy & deserve everything that is wonderful
~I am connected to all the goodness around me
~I am beautiful inside & out
These are a few, I will share more with you later.
~Essential oils are a beautiful way to open the chakras. In many cases, if you are not able to get into the forest and connect with the trees and plants that are designed to help with certain chakras, the next best thing is the essential oils.
Some healing practices for the Root Chakra:
It is important that we feel safe with a sense of security and love. For many, memories of traumatic life experiences from the past continue to haunt deep down in the sub-conscious, thus blocking the root chakra. The following are some healing practices for a healthy root chakra:
~When we think of the root chakra, we must think about connecting with Mother Earth. Being grounded. Therefore working in the dirt is an excellent way to connect. That does not mean putting on fancy gloves. While you are working in your garden or beginning to create one, close your eyes and consciously feel the connection you are experiencing at the moment with the earth.
~Talk with a tree...lol. What I mean by that is find a tree that you feel a sense of connection with. I have many times meditated on connecting with a tree that I was fascinated with. When we do this practice, we get a lot of information from tree friends.
~Keep the following stones & crystals close by: (there are many more, I don't want to overwhelm you)
Red Carnelian: courage & strength, increases self-worth, clears & dispels negative energy, grounding
Red Jasper: security & balance, grounding, strength & vitality
Smoky Quartz: grounding & stabilizing, helps to overcome feelings of fear, depression & anger, helps release old wounds
Practice this affirmation:
~I am worthy & deserve everything that is wonderful
~I am connected to all the goodness around me
~I am beautiful inside & out
These are a few, I will share more with you later.
~Essential oils are a beautiful way to open the chakras. In many cases, if you are not able to get into the forest and connect with the trees and plants that are designed to help with certain chakras, the next best thing is the essential oils.
~Eat rooted vegetables as I noted in the last newsletter. Here is something that I prepared this week. If you love soul food, you will enjoy this.
MOON MAGIC
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We are wrapping up this November full moon phase. There have been activity this past week with a outburst of a meteor shower a few nights ago. So if you have been experiencing some unusual things this week, that might have something to do with it. The energy of the full moon can make us sad at times, sometimes just feel like crying out of the blue. That is because you are being called to let go of that old energy, which is an energy that causes us to be depressed. I also must note, crying is very healing too. I would recommend that over these next few days, we allow ourselves to cry if we must and allow the release of the energy that has been blocking us from reaching our manifestations.
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Essential Oil: Vetiver
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Up Coming Events:
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Tuesday Tarot & Tea
Tuesday November 26th 12 pm - 7 p.m. Tea & Tarot has come back! Each Tuesday Gypsy Spirit offers refreshments & tea with a tarot reading. This is YOUR time to relax and be pampered. Text 843-575-9243 to book your reading. Cost: Love Offering
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BLACK FRIDAY EVENT
Past Life Reading Friday, November 29th 12 pm - 7 pm A fun reading that many love to do. Tap into your past life and find out why certain things seem to happen in your life today. If it is a cycle that needs to be broken, a past life reading will give you much better understanding in how to break it. Cost: Love Offering Text 843-575-9243 to book your appointment |
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Tarot Reading for The Year 2020
What is in store for 2020? Find out about what to expect in areas of Love, Money, Family & Work. COST: 75.00 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $50.00 (November 17-December 5th) Text to book your appointment at 843-575-9243 |
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CHAKRA WORKSHOP
SATURDAY JANUARY 5TH 2:00-3:30 Each month Gypsy Spirit will be holding a Chakra Workshop. For the month of January, we will be focused on the root chakra. There will be essential oils, herbs, meditation, chanting, and special foods to eat for balancing the root chakra. You must be prepared to release toxic energy and embrace a new positive energy at this workshop. Cost: $15.00 (includes all supplies & materials) *Must be paid in advance* yoga mat is suggested to bring |
This Week's Thought:
*Let It Go
*Have A Tarot Reading
*Smile at someone
*Love yourself
*Eat Good Food
*Laugh A Lot
*Hug an Animal
*Dance Like Nobody Is Watching
*Surround Yourself With Like Minded People
*Tell your children, and those you love, that you love them (nobody is promised time, unless you are a member of The Rolling Stones :)
Until Next Week- Peace Out,
Gypsy Spirit
*Let It Go
*Have A Tarot Reading
*Smile at someone
*Love yourself
*Eat Good Food
*Laugh A Lot
*Hug an Animal
*Dance Like Nobody Is Watching
*Surround Yourself With Like Minded People
*Tell your children, and those you love, that you love them (nobody is promised time, unless you are a member of The Rolling Stones :)
Until Next Week- Peace Out,
Gypsy Spirit
