Kindness Heals

Maitri (“my tree”) is a Sanskrit word meaning “unconditional friendliness towards self which radiates out to others”  and it encompasses love, forgiveness and compassion within its whole.

So why I am I writing of this word today… so many of those I know are going through times of great difficulty with either their own health or the health of someone that they hold dear.

For them it is a very testing time and they will run through a whole gamut of emotions before they finally find the peace within themselves. In many cases it is like preparing for and running a marathon; only this marathon has no real map to guide and we have no definitive idea of what the outcome will be. It will often test every bit of our strength, ingenuity and will power just to make it through each day.

The emotions come in various stages (and in no particular order) and each has to be worked through … anger (why is this happening), fear, emptiness, relief, guilt and hopefully to finally find a place of peace and compassion within.

It is never easy whether you are survivor, friend or family, and each will deal with it in their own way; there is no right way or wrong way. Maitri in all its meanings will go a long way towards healing though.

 Many of the healers of today are survivors who have been through this marathon and are now using their love, compassion and skills to help others. The art of healing comes in many shapes and forms; it is not always the Doctor, nurse, therapist or energy healer who works their magic in helping others. In many cases it is just the ordinary folk (in this case not so ordinary), who by the simple giving of their time, energy love and compassion have learnt to help others through their time of need.

To all of you who work in this way, I salute you and honour your commitment to making the world a better place for those who cross your path.

In Love and Light

© Sue @ Astara Healing. This message may be shared freely as long as it is not altered in any way and credit is given to the author.

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An exercise in how to practise Maitri.

Firstly, find yourself a comfortable place to relax for about 10 minutes.Once you are settled comfortably take a few deep slow breaths to centre yourself and relax and close your eyes.

Now cast your mind back to a time when you may have been hurt in some way… either your feelings or some actual trauma. Sense how you felt when someone came to your aid with a hug or a kind word when you were lonely or hurt or just gave you a sense of direction and purpose when you felt lost and adrift in the sea of life; anything that made you feel better and was helpful. Feel into that moment… what impressions are you getting; whether it be sights, sounds or smell?  Relax into it and enjoy that feeling of receiving for a few minutes… feel the loving kindness that surrounds you.

Next I would like you to think of a time when you have extended a helping hand to another living thing in distress whether it be an animal, bird or human. How did you feel as reached out with compassion… feel deeply into the thoughts and emotions of the moment for a few minutes remembering what it feels like to give of yourself.

And lastly I would like you to combine the two feelings in a circle of both the giving and the receiving of energies of unconditional loving kindness and unconditional compassion within and for yourself. Breathe the energies in and breathe them out, breathe them in and breathe them out. There is no need to attach yourself  to the thoughts, feelings or sensations within just let them go without judgement or to wonder whether you think you need or even deserve …  breathe in maitri and breathe out maitri and stay in the circle as long as you feel the need to give and receive.

When you feel rested and complete; open your eyes, come gently back and rest.

This is a good exercise to practise daily… in the evening before bed for a restful nights sleep and in the morning to face the day.

Namaste xxx

Freedom of Choice, Will and Power

Freedom of Choice, Will and Power


When you Love someone freely and unconditionally
then you must Love them enough to let them go… like a child who into adult
grows, if you can Love it enough to go when to even though the choices being made
are not the choices you would wish them to make, then you must give them the
Freedom TO MAKE THOSE CHOICES.


Any WILL that you impose on others is not given
from the perspective of Love. Freedom to let others make their own mistakes and
learn from them can only be given when the heart is a loving heart.


Those who impose their Will on others do it for their
own gratification and not for the common good.


Freedom to choose is the greatest gift we give
anyone, even when we feel in our hearts that their choice is flawed… When
Freedom of Choice is given then the Doorway is always left open for a loving
return. If the choice is taken away then apathy and resentment become the
hinges and the doorway freezes shut.


Everyone has the right to make mistakes, learn
from them and everyone should have the Freedom to choose their own paths and
find their own way home.


Teach others to fly, open the doors so that they
may go where they will, but keep the home fires burning that they may return
when the heart grows weary and they are in need of succour. Life is too short
to be spent in petty squabbles – if someone makes you feel uncomfortable or you
don’t agree then walk away and let it be. If they are comfortable with who they
are then let them have that Freedom to be who they are.


During the many months to come many are going to
be faced with making these choices as friendships and loves fall apart and new
and fresh ones come our way. Just let those who you must let go, go with Grace
and a loving thought or kind word. A harsh word, once spoken cannot be be
recalled, so choose your words wisely and well.


Let Love be the reason to grant to others the
Freedom of Will and Power that we would wish for ourselves and all we hold
dear.

Love and Light and Blessings to you all.

© Sue @ Astara Healing
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The Turtles Of The Sea Of Light On The Soul Plane 24 April 2012

We must develop a hard outer shell like the turtle, so that anything people may say will not penetrate our softness underneath.

Words may bring us down, hurt us, making us feel sad, rejected, angry, fearful, which is why the hard outer shell is needed.

Do not be afraid that this will in fact make you a ‘hard’ person, it is merely a protection from another’s words or actions.

Slow yourselves down to a turtles pace and feel the fluidity within you as you do so, you will feel safe, warm and calm.

We leave you in a protective blue flame, that will carry you through.

We love you, the Turtles.

© Magenta – 24 April 2012

Please feel free to share the contents of this message, but not to change.

When we look at nature and the beauty that surrounds we begin to realise how small and insignificant we are and yet we are far more than that.

We have the power to change the face of the planet and we have done but not always to the planets advantage. Each of us as individuals need to be aware that what we do and how we think affects everything and everyone around us

"The MIND IS ENERGY and has the power to change matter.   Know that MATTER is simply the physical manifestation of energy."

For each of us this is a journey and how we choose to view it is how we will manifest our own future and the futures of those around us. See things as beautiful and they shall grow even more so….  

Take time to let your mind be still and go within to see the beauty of your own true self. When you shine the light of your soul into your infinite mind then it too shall grow and flourish… just as the lotus sets its seed and sends forth a shoot up from the murky depths to break forth into the sunlight and bloom with all the beauty of its flower.

Reach higher than your dreams to the moon and stars beyond …. We are the creators! Our guides will guide us but they cannot do it for us, only we have the power to make our dreams come true, with trust and love and perseverance. We have been blessed with free will so it is our choice whether we walk in light or shadows… it surely is not a difficult decision to choose light so that we can receive all the help we need. If we choose the other path then our guides will step back until we are ready to walk into the light. They will not forsake us but they surely will not help us destroy ourselves.

Just as the acorn falls to the ground set roots and grows into a mighty oak tree let your thoughts and deeds grow into something that will withstand the test of time

So be kind to yourself…. forgive yourself for what you have not been and love yourself for all the good you have done no matter how small and insignificant you may think it has been… even a smile or kind word may be all that is needed to change another’s life for the better.

Maitri

© Sue G. Astara Healing.com

Message from Earth Energies

We appear small and helpless but we are strong. The same applies to you all.

Don’t judge or be deceived by the size of anything, just because it appears small.

Think of the single rain drop of water that sends out ripples on a pond.

Let your inner strength shine through to all living creatures and Mother Earth, who all need a little more strength and in turn remember that you are also receiving this strength from others

We can all lift the Earth and her energies higher and higher, as our own vibrations rise higher also. Think of ourselves as an army of Ants, striving, working and helping each other as we go, oh the things we can accomplish

So our little army of Ants, we leave you now in the safety of your Ant family to carry on, carrying on

With our Love and strength to you,

the Earth Energies

Through Denise Kneale during the group healing session in Astara Healing Sanctuary on 18.4.12
the song went with the message
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Helping others cope with the new energies…

For some time now we have been faced with ever increasing waves of new energies. We have seen the planets stationing in parts of the sky that has not occurred for a long time and lately others going retrograde. Mars has now begun a new forward movement and we will now be propelled forward on our paths.

What this means for us is that we need to keep our thoughts in a positive frame of mind. Oh yes this has been said many times before and it will continue to be said until we really “get it”

It is all in the way we choose to see things… each story has many sides and everyone looks at things from a different perspective. It is just like looking at a glass of water that sits on the table before us … is it half full or half empty… how you perceive that is a measure of how you perceive life. A glass that is half full may soon overflow, where as one that is half empty can quickly run dry.

If you are faced with a problem then it is time to stop looking at the negatives of the situation. Instead look at what is positive in it and then what can be done to enhance the positive. If after all that you cannot find what you need then it is time to walk away.

For those that are on a higher path this can be very confusing… we know what we need to do but often we feel isolated from those we hold dear on this plane. They do not understand us at all it seems… finding time for doing what needs to be done to keep on our higher path and walk in light is never easy. Many have partners who have no understanding of how their bad moods affect us and we drive them nuts when our head is away in the clouds and unable to focus totally on the most mundane of tasks, like where did I put the butter when it is not back in the fridge or even what did I intend to do when I walked into this room.

So what do we need to do..

Firstly we need to realise that if we stay calm and balanced and sit in a place of non-judgement of others then by the very strength of our own positive energies we can tip the balance from darkness into light. So our task is to remain calm and balanced at all times and tune into our own inner guidance on how best to change the dynamics of a developing situation.

Listen with your heart and you will know when you need to act swiftly to nip an awkward situation in the bud. Know that you are protected and guided as you walk your path of light. Do NOT buy into the negativity and let your own calm reassurance change the flow of the energy tide as it ebbs and flows around you. … be the port of calm in the storm for those you meet.

If you are feeling swamped by emotions or a situation then sometimes it helps to talk it through with another such as you;

And MOST importantly take time out for you… time to cleanse and recharge your own batteries. Be kind to you and walk in light.

Maitri

Sue @ Astara Healing ©

Discernment and Choice

This message was channeled on 8th July11

This subject came up during the circle last night in Astara Healing so I thought it was time to expand on it here…
We are all seeking to find the path that is right for us at this point in time and what we all need to realise is that what is right for one person is not necessarily right for another so when you are seeking a teacher look for one who doesn’t tell you that this is the way it has to be done but rather one that urges you to use discernment in making the choices that are right for you.
Each of you is at a different stage of growth and what works for one does not necessarily work for another. There are higher and higher levels of light being brought into the planet and many of the old ways of doing things no longer holds true at this point in time. We all came from the same Source/ God yet we also came from different parts of the same field and our needs are different, just as different crops have different needs to grow and flourish. A teacher can help you find what may be right for you but they cannot say that because it worked for them that it will for you…
Listen with your heart and if what you hear does not resonate and speak to you then take what you need from it and blow the rest to the wind. You are the architect of your own future so make each step along the way count.
Love and Light
Sue @ AstaraHealing ©

Clearing and purifying negative thought forms.

At this point in time with planets that are retrograde many are finding energies coming up that are affecting their own balance and peace, so here are a few quick ways to deal with that which affects us when we need to throw the switch as Lady Nada has advised.

First we need to concentrate on filling the space around us with a clear white light of protection as we throw the switch on the situation.

If we are dealing with energies projected on us by others the best way to negate it is to send the pink ray of Love towards the one who is affecting us. Nothing else will work effectively with anothers thoughts.

Next we deal with our own thought forms of fear and anger, which can be triggered by anothers thoughts and actions. For fear and anger within ourselves we need to project a Golden ray of light towards our own thought forms and you will notice that they quickly disappear within it's purifying light.

Another way to clear your own field is to step into the silver violet flame. First you need to identify the thoughts or belief patterns that you are willing to release and then imagine that the ground opens in front of you and the silver violet flames erupts from this space. As you step into the purifying flame you give intent to clear all that no longer serves your highest good and all negative thought forms transmuted into light. The silver violet flame is cool and will never harm you and when it's work is done within a few seconds you will notice that the silver violet flame will change colour to pure white and you can then step out of the flame.

Message

Let your hand and heart find the freedom it desires,

set yourself free, unload all that is not yours,

you are not the only one who has to look out for everyone else,

silence your mind, rest your head,

let go of all that weighs you down,

you are not alone,

for each trial you face know we are here to hold your hand,

let your tears flow but not hidden away, 

you don't have to sit in silence,

your heart can only hold so much

so release and share,

don’t turn your back on us because you are afraid,

we will walk with you every step of the way,

so silence your mind and rest,

for all that is happening will show you new light

You all carry too much and need to realise you are just human….

You are not alone.....

AA Gabriel ..... thru Amanda Lowe

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Just laugh, just laugh, find any way you can to make yourselves laugh,

 it heightens your vibrations

Think of the scene in Mary Poppins where they start laughing at the table and the table floats right up to the ceiling but comes down when they stop

They are sitting on the chairs that float up too

So you need to watch and read things that make you laugh…leaving the negativity behind you

It is a powerful healer which should be used every day and often during the day

We should laugh at ourselves and the mistakes we make, for they are but learning curves

Just as long as you laugh is the main thing

We laugh with you as your vibrations rise, so again you are never alone

If only you will listen….

The answer my friend is blowing in the wind....

Lady Quan Yin ......thru Denise Kneale

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Allow the light and Love to wash over you and fill youto the core,

Fill the silence,

Fill the air with laughter evermore,

When times are hard don't look back, at thing that make you sad,

 For fear and sadness, will make you all go mad.

Raise your laughter, widen your smile,

For Love  is here with you,

So fill the silence, 

Fill the gaps, and find the real you ...

AA Gabriel ......  thru Amanda Lowe

Essential Oils and their uses

by Sue Goyne

• Aromatherapy In Ancient times the etheric qualities of essential oils were widely employed by priests and priestesses of virtually all religions. Being so subtle and immaterial, scent was regarded as divine. Amongst other things, fragrant oils were used to attract spirits, gods and goddesses, to banish evil energies and to purify the temples....

Releasing Ties That Bind

Well here I am once again and looks like I am

going off on another …

Over the last couple of weeks I have noticed that

many are having ever increasing difficulties just coping with everyday life.

Many have stated that they feel like they are “losing it” and losing control of

their lives either mentally or physically with strange un-nerving emotions,

sudden bouts of pain and nausea or other illnesses that flare up and affect

different aspects of their lives.

What many don’t realise and need to recognise is

that although this can be unsettling in many ways they are letting go of ties

that bind them and stop their spiritual growth. It really is just a not so nice

part of the healing and clearing process. Many of the physical problems are

created by blocks in the emotional flow of the body. This occurs when we shut

down this flow and the emotional body collapses in on and becomes entangled

with the physical one. The pain, trauma and illness they cause are very real

and should not be discounted lightly so don’t forget to see your doctor if you

feel you should.

How do we cope with this and help release the

knots and ties that cause the discomfort and irrational thoughts… The best way

to deal with them is to take time out when things close in, do something you

really enjoy doing and send love to the thoughts and blow them to wind. If you

can have a massage, listen to music, have coffee with a friend, go for a walk

on the beach or somewhere that relaxes you then do so. The benefits of doing

this are immeasurable. Learn to heal yourself in ways that work for you and

know that no problem is so huge that a solution cannot be found if only we believe

in ourselves…

Love and Light

Sue xxx

Discernment and Choice

This subject came up during the circle last night in Astara Healing so I thought it was time to expand on it here…

We are all seeking to find the path that is right for us at this point in time and what we all need to realise is that what is right for one person is not necessarily right for another so when you are seeking a teacher look for one who doesn’t tell you that this is the way it has to be done but rather one that urges you to use discernment in making the choices that are right for you.

Each of you is at a different stage of growth and what works for one does not necessarily work for another. There are higher and higher levels of light being brought into the planet and many of the old ways of doing things no longer holds true at this point in time. We all came from the same Source/ God yet we also came from different parts of the same field and our needs are different, just as different crops have different needs to grow and flourish. A teacher can help you find what may be right for you but they cannot say that because it worked for them that it will for you…

Listen with your heart and if what you hear does not resonate and speak to you then take what you need from it and blow the rest to the wind. You are the architect of your own future so make each step along the way count.

Love and Light

Sue @ AstaraHealing ©