Dear Friends,
I have worked with hundreds of people in the last 40 years, within both the traditional medical model and the holistic healing realm. And during these years, I have been the witness to magic and miracles on many different levels. I’ve often said, magic and miracles are nothing more than a shift in perspective, a shift in focus, allowing oneself to access that which is often considered non-accessible.
Many years ago, I took a weekend hypnosis class. I wasn’t particularly thrilled with the instructor. From the minute I heard him talk, I felt a deep dislike that took me by surprise. I knew that I would not be able to step into a hypnotic place in this class as I did not trust him. After the Friday evening class, I went home to meditate on this extreme feeling. I just met the man; how could I have such intense negative feelings towards him. In my meditation, I was able to review a life in which great harm came to me from this being. However, I was told by my guides, that if I opened to his energy, from a neutral place, he had a gift he wanted to share with me that would heal this connection.
The next day, I went back to the class, and felt much more open and trusting. Towards the end of the day, he hypnotized several of us and we went to the front of the room. After doing whatever he did, he was able to get me into a very deep hypnotic space and had me become stiff as a board between 2 chairs. A chair was under my ankles, another under my neck. I remember him asking if I was comfortable, and I remember giggling saying I was very comfortable. He even pushed on my abdomen and I did not even flinch. I remember the whole thing. If you have never seen this done, research it, and you will be amazed. From a left-brain rational perspective, I should have fallen to the floor. And yet, I was extremely comfortable and happy with nothing under my whole body except my neck and ankles.
The reason he was able to get me into that place was because I let go and allowed him to guide me there. If I had held onto my dislike and distrust of him, this hypnotic state would not have happened. At another point, he asked the girl next to me if she would speak an alien language. I was thinking, “oh, oh ask me, I can speak it”. I even remember wishing he would ask me to levitate because I knew how to do it.
By letting go, and honoring this new connection with this man, I received an incredible gift. Was this magic, a miracle, or simply something we can access at any time? A place of being where we know that anything is possible. He gave me that gift, of knowing on a deep and profound level. The karmic issue was wiped out and I felt neutral towards him afterwards. I also felt a deep peace that some part of me was reclaimed, an inner knowing that I had temporarily forgotten.
In working with people in various stages of distress over the years, physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual, I have observed a common thread in those people who were able to access their own place of deep knowing to create magic and miracles. Where they turned distress into something far more real and enlightening. The common thread was the deep belief in something greater than themselves. A knowing deep inside that there was something available to them that went beyond their limited perspective and focus.
And here is the other thing I learned during that hypnosis class; when we step out of our limited thinking and left brain perspective and enter the realm of something greater, then joy ensues. When I was in that place of knowing that I could do all those things, there was such a deep sense of joy and lightness inside myself. I learned that when we access TRUTH, we access the true meaning of joy. And it is from that place that magic and miracles are created.
So, what does that mean for people living a life of drudgery, sadness, fear, loneliness, pain etc, etc.How can a person who is in the deep throes of those negative emotions step into another perspective, and focus on the greater truth. Here is what I have learned from others who have done just that with their own healing. Here are some of the qualities I have witnessed over the years:
- They have a belief in something much greater than themselves. A path that helps them feel connected to a power beyond the limited human form. Such as God, angels, higher levels of consciousness.
- They strive to keep a neutral perspective to what is going on. Any illness is just a limited mind state, Healing lies in opening to the unknown.
- They keep finding something to be joyful about. Something that allows them to get out of bed in the morning. Doesn’t matter what it is. Whatever brings you joy, brings the truth. The Truth lies within joy. It could even be a new dress, a new puppy, anything at all, that helps you to smile.
- They treat their body well. Eating nutritious foods and exercising when they feel moved to do so.
- They allow themselves to take a break from rigid diets and exercise to simply enjoy life in all of its forms. Perhaps this takes the form of Ice cream, a nap, an afternoon of movies, a peaceful walk in the woods. It is during those times, that our left brain fearful, negative rationalizing side is suspended. It is at those moments where we access the deeper knowing. Magic and miracles lie within the spaces of that peace and joy.
- They feel that life is leading them to whatever they need in that moment. It could be the person who comes to jump start your car. I just had that happen to me. I was asking the tow truck gentleman a question a little bit ago. His response to me was “There you go again, thinking too much. If you believe that is going to happen it will”. I kid you not, this just happened. That is all he said to me and smiled and left. What a synchronistic moment as I took a break from writing this to have the jump start. I realized that comment was helping me to jump start my life, literally. Angels come to us in the strangest of moments. Perhaps you will meet a person at the grocery store who mentions some treatment, supplement etc. that helped them. And you get a strong feeling this might be something for you to explore.
- They stay interested in life, in people, in learning new things. And they are led to the next thing that would be beneficial for them in their next phase of life. A few years ago, I was led through a dream to take a Yoga Teacher’s training course. I thought, how the heck can I do that, I haven’t even taken a yoga class in my life. But I knew the dream was prophetic, even showing me where the yoga studio was located. I listened and took the training and it was the best thing I could have done for myself at that time. It changed my life and my health in profound ways, and I met some wonderful people. I will continue with my yoga practice for the rest of my life.
- They find humor in life and their own mistakes. They know how to turn something that is negative into something that is positive and humor helps them with this. Finding something to laugh about creates endorphins to be released in the body, and opens up the portal to higher realms of consciousness. Many of you may have heard of Norman Cousins who healed himself from a serious illness by watching funny movies and finding something to laugh about every day. He stepped into a place of joy and his left brain was suspended, opening the potential for a miracle.
- They see the magic in life in the simple things. A sunset, a bird, a flower, a cloud formation, the stars etc. Those things pull them into a deeper state of awe and wonder and curiosity. The place where magic happens.
- They listen to their own intuitions and hunches about what is right for them and the path they are on. Taking into account other’s suggestions but ultimately following the path inspired from their own deeper KNOWING.
- And here is perhaps one of the most powerful things they do. They forgive themselves, others, life for whatever has been thrown their way, whatever mistakes they made or they perceived that others made. They know that any perceived mistakes, wrongdoings, etc., led them to become the person they are today; and often that is a more conscious and loving person.
I wish for all of you in this New Year of 2023, the knowledge that you have the ability to create magic and miracles in your own life. No matter what you are dealing with, shift your perspective, your focus and step into the realm of unlimited possibilities. And if you feel stuck, look at the above list, and see if something inspires in you a shift in consciousness.
This blog is dedicated to my dear friend of my heart, Paige. She LIVED for 14 years with Stage 4 cancer. She was a walking miracle each and every one of these days. She hiked, skied, kayaked, walked, enjoyed her gardens, friends, partner and never once did I hear her feel sorry for herself. She was always learning new things and finding inspiration from everyone she met and she inspired everyone she met. She was never afraid to show her true self to the world whether it was at the cancer treatment center or with her doctors, or with her friends, and people she just met.
Paige ran the show and told her medical providers, and anyone who would listen, what she wanted and what she believed. She transitioned out of her physical body on 12/29/22, peacefully without fear. She saw this final transition as just another adventure. I was the last person to be able to converse with her in the physical form but my journey continues with her in the spiritual. She never healed her physical self fully from the cancer but she survived for many years beyond what would have been expected and enjoying most of it. Her path was not a failure at all but a tremendous success as witnessed by the many people who she interacted with over these years and during her life in general. Her story has given hope to many people and will continue to do so. It may even inspire you.
Much love to all of you,
Namaste, Rosemary
I appreciated the reminder that our initial impression or feeling can be altered or transformed if we stay neutral. Everyone is our teacher… thanks
Thank you Rosemary for sharing your experiences, energy, and wisdom. That is so cool about your experience with hypnotism. Paige sounds like she was an amazing person. What a gift you were to her and she to you. I am so sorry for your loss. with love Joy 🙂