Tag: Karen Strumos

Dreaming of Your Loved Ones?

Characteristics of Visitation Dreams

I am often asked about dreaming of our departed loved ones, angels, and guides. People share their story and then I’m asked ‘What do you think? Was it them?

I do not doubt for a moment that the other side communicates with us on a daily and or a nightly basis. Dreaming is quiet common as it is actually easier for Spirits to communicate with us while we are sleeping. When sleeping, we are in the in the between place of our earth and the spiritual world. It is a time we have no humanly thoughts, our rational mind, to get in the way. We are more open if you will. We are more able to accept whereas during our wake state we would discount, rational and inmost case disregard. I would love to say that each time we dream of our loved one is a visitation, however this is not the case.

To help you determine if your dream was a visitation I have listed some of the most common characteristic of visitation dreams. Before reading on, please know that you are the only one who knows for sure. You must believe and trust your intuition. Although these are commonalities, visitation dreams are not limited to these points.

Possibly the most important of all the characteristics; it feels ‘real and is very vivid.

Because the dream was so real and so vivid, you will remember visitation dreams very clearly for days, months, years and maybe your lifetime. You can recount even the smallest details years later!

If your dream has more than one spirit they are all passed. Your dream will not consist of your deceased mother along with your living siblings.

The person will almost always appear in the dream to be healthy and loving. They come from a place of purity, where we all came from, and will seldom appear sick or injured. Never will they be negative in any way such as disappointed, depressed or angry as examples.
Communication can be verbally or telepathically. Either way the message will be clear. You will just know.

Most often the messages come as way to reassure or comfort you. They come to let you know all is well and bring their love. They truly want your happiness regardless of the earth bound relationship you may or may not had.

Upon waking, although you may feel a little perplexed, there is an undeniable sense of peace and love.

One of the best ways to connect with your deceased loved ones is through meditation. Likewise, know they are always with you. If there is one thing I could convince the world this would be it. Talk often to those who have passed they are listening, I promise.

Be well.

Karen

The 3 Practices Of Spiritual People

Ever notice that spiritual and spirituality have become some often used words. I’m not even sure when this happened. I just know that I hear them constantly. So I began to wonder what it means to be spiritual.  Does it mean we go to church every week or practice yoga or meditation every day or perhaps you follow the teachings of someone or a group, nope that doesn’t make you a spiritual person.  So what does it mean?

Being a spiritual is one and the same with being a person whose main priority is to be loving to oneself and others. People, animals, and the planet all make the list of importance to a spiritualist as they believe we are all one. A spiritual person is a kind person. A spiritual person is a person who is always aware of the space inside and outside of themselves.

The 3 Ways of spiritual people

  1. They Worship where and when it’s right

They don’t need a temple or church to practice their spirituality. Their spiritual ‘house is their body. That’s not to say they do not attend a house of worship but they don’t need one. Their devotion can take place at anytime and anyplace, a forest, a sacred space in their home, a hospital bed, I would suggest it can be anywhere, which in its self is a beautiful thing.

  1.  They See Potential, Not Difficulties.

Spiritual people are the masters on the glass half full, lemons to lemon aid, you get the picture. While others struggle to not sweat the small stuff, spiritual people live for the small stuff.  If there is anyone in the world who will walk in your shoes it’s a spiritualist.  They understand that empathy means feeling another’s pain but not so much that they take on others’ pain. They know you have a story with a happy ending.

  1. They trust.

Imagine knowing you are on the right path and evolving exactly the way you should. When we trust both our intuition and the world around us, we begin to understand that everything is exactly the way it supposed to be. The decision to follow your intuition may be a scary one, but believe me, it knows what your life’s path is about much better than you.

The list could go on without question as spirituality is a very personal thing, especially as I think of some of the Masters of spirituality that I have come to know and learn from. As I think of them all these three traits are common in all but the list could go on. And interesting enough when I think of my own mentors the other thing they all have in common is an element of humbleness. They see the truth in themselves and look to find peace within themselves first. Spirituality is a belief system and a lifestyle in one’s self.

Karen

4 Thoughts to Change Your Life

It is up to you to take complete responsibility for yourself, your choices and your life. The moment you stop making excuses and blaming is the moment in which you will start moving towards the success you desire. No one else can do it for you and only you can make it happen. You are the life you’ve been looking for.
You’re the only one that has to experience your life. All success requires, is for you to accept the responsibility for where you find yourself at any given time. Only you have the power to choose the thoughts and actions needed to lead you to success.
Life can be everything you make of it. However, nothing will happen without your courage, determination, and effort to just move a little out of your box. No need to jump out, just a toe to start. With each change we choose to make and practice daily soon it becomes a part of our life.

  1. Have a clear choice in your mind, be committed to it and work it daily with discipline. Without discipline, your success is compromised. You must bring your vision into the present moment to bring it alive and part of your very being.
  2. Yesterday has passed and cannot be changed regardless of how often we replay it over and over in our minds. Spend your time instead imaging tomorrow as the life you want.
  3. Tomorrow is what you are creating today and believe it or not it is beyond your control. The only thing you have control over is yourself. The path to tomorrow is made today and there is nothing on that path that you can’t handle. You’ve already proved that in the past.
  4. Today, now, is the only real moment you have control over, so use each moment to create the direction you want to go, the changes you want to make.

You are the life you dream of.

The Voice Of The Ego

To live by your Soul means to listen to your Intuition. Your intuition is the voice of your own inner Teacher that guides you from darkness (unconsciousness) into Light (expanded consciousness).

 

  1. Ego is Logical “ Intuition is Creative

    Often the ego’s voice will sound logical and rational. The advice is based on a past that no longer exists.
    It may sound like, ‘Of course, do this because it worked for you in the past or this method worked for other people. Intuition rarely sounds logical or rational “ it is the creative voice “ the solution that seems to come out of left field.

  2. Ego is Fear Based “ Intuition is based on Love

    Messages from the ego will often be cloaked in fear.
    ‘You need to take that boring evening class to keep your competitive edge “ other people will pass you by. ‘Keep that job that exhausts you “ it gives you a regular paycheck, otherwise, you will have no home “ how will you survive? The intuitive voice is rooted in love “ and reminds you that you have the support of the universe every step of the way. Often with intuition, you do not receive the whole picture all at once “ it is one step at a time.

  3. Ego Sounds Harsh “ Intuition is Neutral

    The ego’s voice is judgmental to the point of being abusive “ telling you things about yourself to make you believe that you are a bad person and not to be trusted. This will make you treat yourself in disrespectful and unloving ways. Intuition is neutral in energy and these messages make you treat yourself in loving and respectful ways.

  4. Ego Protects a Mental Image “ Intuition Protects your Soul’s Journey

    The ego is invested in maintaining a mental image you have of yourself. For instance, you may be a supervisor of people in the workplace. The supervisor is the mental image (ego identification) and with this comes a lot of baggage including all the ways the ego thinks you should be treated by others. If someone doesn’t play the game and surrender their ego to your ego perhaps by speaking the Truth “ ego will feel threatened and lash out. Ego messages will include, ‘I need to put that person back in line “ they need to pay for disrespecting me “ all in an effort to protect a mental image which is untrue. Intuition sees the truth that we are all spiritual beings having human experiences. We are all equal and hierarchies are created by the ego to keep us separate and unconscious to the Truth. There is nothing to protect “ our true identity can neither be harmed nor injured.

  5. Ego Jumps Around “ Intuition is Consistent

    Often the ego’s advice will jump around from one message to the next “ sometimes contradicting itself. It is like a thief that tries every way possible to get into your house. The messages you receive from your intuition are steady and consistent “ you will often hear the same words or phrases over and over again.

Take care and listen to your Intuition more

Karen

Working With Your Spirit Guides

Whether they are your Angels, Spirit Guides, Creator, Spirit, Source, or The Universe, these divine messengers are our spiritual “life coaches” and are always working on a subtle level to guide you along this life. They will also provide guidance and wisdom to you when you need it most. These entities can be encouraged, through communication, to work with you on a personal level. All you need to do is be aware.

Say a Prayer

When you are trying to contact or connect with your Spirit Guide, say a prayer. Ask for only the highest vibration and greater good. Stated clearly what you need, not what you don’t want.

Spirits Are Attracted To Us, Think Of Them Often

When we invite them into our daily lives they tend to come. Know without a doubt they are there to help guide and protect us. They hear your call and they will come to you. In fact, that’s their Soul purpose! Be sure to thank them often as you would anyone.

Meditation

This is when you get your answers. Meditation is a practice of sitting quietly while regulating your breathing, It doesn’t  have to be a big production! The goal of meditation is to quiet the mind. If walking in nature is your thing, or quietly listening to music go ahead, whatever works for you. Be sure you are not distracted by taking the dog or heavy metal!

Be Patient

Communicating takes practice much like learning to walk but you did it! Practice often, daily if you can. Being consistent with when and where help our guides too. It’s like booking an appointment with them.

Trust

Do not let your ego get in the way! Trust what you receive; messages from your guides are always loving, positive and your highest interest.

5 Ways To Stay Spiritually Connected

What does it mean to be spiritually connected?

Life is an experience. As human beings, we question life, look for knowledge, work on self-improvement and search for the peace and divine. We tend to search outside of ourselves. Yet we already have all the knowledge we need. We’re were born with it however by the time we become adults we can’t seem to find our higher self.
Being connected means being aware of our oneness and staying aligned with our higher self. Not always easy during rush hour or dealing with someone or something we don’t enjoy. When we are connected we are more trusting, less afraid, and we expand our perception. Staying connected is about the good, real and continuous use of your power of intention.

1.Recognize YOUR Creator. You are a part of a whole.
2.Be grateful for all that you have, the good and the not so good.
3.Look for the opportunities to share more love in your world.
4.Become more accepting. With every interaction do not judge.
5.Trust and let go of the fear.

Developing a spiritual practice is a very personal experience. There is no one way or right way and it is a life-long process. Spring is finally upon us and as the earth renews look to renew your spiritual connection.

This is Living Without Resistance.

No Wrong Answers Here

This year has been very interesting. I had no idea when I put “2013 Please Be Good To Me” as my Facebook banner what I was asking for. It’s been a bit since I sat down to write, not because I have nothing to share but rather what do I share? l couldn’t decide there is so much. This year has seen some mighty big changes for me. Things I would never had thought about 6 months ago. Some good and some great. Bet you expected to read some not so good.

There are no wrong decisions.

Ponder that for a moment and then continue reading.

Every time you stop and think what should I do? You really are asking which direction should I take? With each choice we make it moves our life experience forward, it may not always end up being the easiest or the most pleasant shall we say, but a necessary one. How many times did you say I knew better but you did it anyways? Exactly my point! You did it because you had too, it was all part of your experience, moving forward not only your life path but your life experience. Life has an interesting way of setting us up with the same challenges over and over. They may not all look the same but I promise they are. Know that each choice was intentional at some level because this is where our free will comes in.

Recognize, accept and understand this and you will Live Life With The Least Resistance.

“Tis the Season of Receiving”

I don’t mean gifts, although those that know me are aware that I do really enjoy gift receiving.

What I refer to is Receiving is a gift. Let this season be a time for you to give and receive.

How much time do we spend each day focused on others? Why do we think of giving and receiving as such a tangible thing during this time of year?

My gift for you: some resolutions for the New Year that you can begin to practice over this coming Christmas Season.

Each day wake with the intention that you are open, willing and worthy of receiving all that is good in the universe

(Try doing this one for the rest of your life).

Look around at the family and friends that will surround you over the next few weeks. Selfishly receive all the love and blessing they have to offer you.

Only smile and say thank you when someone offers kind words or kind gestures to you. Know that you deserve to receive them and not just give them.

Embrace and receive what life has to offer as this is the only way to live
Life with the Least Resistance.

Do let me know how you manage with receiving and not just giving.