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This time I am staying by a lake. It seems to be called Green Lake which is interesting because in Hawaii we have a Green Lake that is a very sacred place.
It is fall here and the clouds are moving very rapidly in the sky. It is quiet and when I got here a group of former students were waiting to greet me. It was nice to see familiar faces. After sleeping and sleeping and sleeping I feel almost normal.
Love comes in so many forms. As I traveled half way around the world for a time asking for a wheel chair was the most loving thing I could do. I got a new hip 2 months ago and after three airports I got tired of walking so I asked for help.
It was interesting. I found it hard to simply ask for help. I had long discussions within myself and then of course there was the language barrier. When I finally decided to ask I found someone who spoke English and the rest was easy.
Making sure we have enough ‘me time’, rest, and healthy foods are all ways we take care of ourselves or don’t. Do you have a hard time asking for help and taking care of yourself?
There is a small mirror over the sink in my room and I have used to say I love you and give myself assurances that I will make sure I am cared for. There is a huge mirror as I walk up the stairs to my room, another opportunity to say, “Hey good looking!”, pause and smile at myself.
Next time you walk past a mirror pause and say something kind and loving to yourself. You’ll be amazed what a difference it will make in your life.
I’d love to hear about how you do or don’t take care of yourself and of course about your adventures with mirrors. I find mirrors to be a powerful tool and notice that most people resist using them positively. So let me hear from you – are mirrors your friend yet?
With love and aloha from Latvia,
Susan
Hi Suzan ,
It is very nice to know that you are here , near Baltics Sea .
By following your suggestion to whish all the best to myself ,
then I am observing me in the mirror in the morning or in the
evening or other moments then I am standing in front of the mirror ,
I can say that I have new friend in my life .
It is very nice to sent love to myself and receive back smile and good
wishes .
And I feel great .
I am so happy for you – it is great to have a loving friend in every mirror you pass : )
Sending you a big smile and a hug, Susan
I am glad you made it safe and sound to your destination. I like your way of thinking about mirrors. I want to spend more time speaking to my self in this manner.
Do it Ray … it is the most amazing gift you can give to yourself. I just went for an amazing walk around a lake. It is cool and crisp and beautiful. I sent love sailing into the wind and around the world.
With love, Susan
Susan, working with you gave me a whole new perspective on mirrors. I looked into the mirror numerous times throughout the day, checking my make-up, making sure spinach wasn’t stuck on a tooth, etc. Never did I connect with spirit through the mirror. Now, on a daily basis, every morning and evening I look into the mirror and tell myself I love you, I accept you and I appreciate you! This is where the magic comes in, over time you’ll believe it. When I first began this exercise, for weeks I cried each time, it was definitely a challenge to look at myself and tell myself I love you. Now I consider that challenge an intimate piece of time where I can connect with my spirit and express how I truly feel.
-PEACE
I cried too when I first did it but learning to love myself in the mirror changed my WHOLE life.
With love, Susan
Greetings Susan,
I was tickled from the inside out this morning reading that you are in Latvia. I have an “adopted” daughter in Latvia – her name is Madara Rituma and she is a beautiful being of light. We met many years ago at a Power Journey in Teo. It was love at first sight and as if we had know each other for lifetimes the moment our paths crossed. We sang and danced and played throughout the journey and have stayed in touch as our lives continue to unfold. Our love and deep connection is a precious gift.
The other piece of synergy that struck me is your sharing about asking for a wheel chair to support your body following hip surgery. Just this morning I had an appointment with a surgeon to schedule a Total Hip Replacement. Realizing and accepting the fact that my joint no longer supports me and I am in need of a replacement has been a huge challenge for me. Most difficult has been anticipating the recovery period and temporary immobility that follows. Hearing that you are traveling to Latvia 2 months following your hip replacement felt like a true gift of encouragement and support.
Thank you for your sharing and for the work/play that you share with the world.
In Love ~ Leslie
Hip replacements are amazing so much easier than knees. Within two weeks I had no pain and was walking normally – well almost normally. My surgeon went in from the front and have been told by other people it is the best way to go.
I love the synchronicity of life. Sending you and the critters LOTS of love,
Susan
Dear Susan,
I did what you wrote before, Take every morning a look in the mirror and said to yourself ‘I love me’. So I did. I like to say it to myself. I look longer times to my face and try to see my inner soul. I feel inner peace. A few years ago I was very depressed. Now my mouth have a light smile around. When I’m walking on the street other people smile to me. I’m more open and aware of myself. There’s more connection.
Lots of love.
Nice word: alowah
Sascha
I am so glad you practiced using the mirror. It is a very powerful tool for transformation and self love.
With love and a smile of gratitude, Susan