We are not Diamonds

As I am releasing so many unwanted things to the Universe, those things that do not serve me in life, I can feel myself unwinding a bit. For instance, I'm focused on doing things differently right now, this includes taking some time for me, and doing some "downtime things" so I'm looking at how to add that in to my schedule. I’ve written a contract for myself for the year...

            “I Casey Nightingale, do hereby declare to myself and the Divine that I will dedicate the year 2016 to connecting with my Soul. I will endeavor to be honest with myself and others to uncover the truth about who I am. I vow to take time to relax and retreat for the benefit of my Soul. I vow to live mindfully and radiate love. I accept that adhering to this contract attests to the strength of my character, but that life is fluid and I must be willing to go with the flow of life. “

I have chosen my Mantra for the month of January “I Radiate Love”.

I have chosen my song for 2016 to listen to whenever I feel I need some power, and a push. I Believe by Christina Perri. 

I Believe

I have chosen this song as it feels like what my Soul would be singing to me right now.

And, I'm planning to Journal more and doing 52 books (non-text books) in 52 weeks and 52 coloring pages in 52 weeks. In the past this would have stressed me out a bit, trying to force this to happen no matter what. But I know now, that I don't NEED to do things, I want to, so if they happen that’s wonderful, but not doing them does not mean I have failed in some way. It's OK to make plans like this with the best of Intentions, but to allow life to flow the way it will. I am done trying to force things. My intentions will see me through this. I have so many plans for this year, as we all do. But we need to learn to work with the Universe not against it. We can set up our intentions for the day, the month, the year, our lives. But that does not mean the Universe will not throw curve balls at us.

The more I try to force things to happen the way I want them to in my head, the more they fight back. So, this year I am putting my intentions out there and letting life unfold with those intentions the way it wants to. If I get through 52 books and 52 coloring pages great! If I get through 20 of each great! If I color one page and read half a book, then that’s great too.

We spend so much time putting pressure on ourselves and our kids, we need to release the pressure. We are not diamonds we are beautiful sources of light. Putting pressure on a piece of coal makes a diamond, putting pressure on light does nothing. If we want to shine our brightest, we must allow space and room for that light to shine, not smother it in pressure and expectations.

So set your intentions however it feels right for you. Follow through the best you can. But do not become so focused you end up smothering yourself. Make your intention, do what you can, but allow the Universe to direct how the intentions play out and guide you. 

New Year, New Me..... or something

Welcome!

Well, its that time again, New Year New Me Same Bullshit. And that damn inspiration bug has hit me to do something. I've decided to focus a lot on my business this year and that includes doing this blog. Why? Honestly, who the hell knows, but something in me is saying to do it, so here we are. I think it's best to start this off with a bit of an About Me introduction.

So here we go...

My name is Casey Nightingale, well now it is. It's changed a bunch throughout the years as my life has changed. But this is it now, and this is what it will stay. Seriously, never change your name, such a pain in the ass. Oh, and in case you haven't noticed yet, I swear, a lot. Why? Why the fuck not. Truthfully, this has more to do with my ideas that words are not "bad" they are what we make of them. So I decided to write authentically, and this is how I talk, when I'm not around kids.... well kids that aren't mine.

Kids.

I have 3.

But I love kids. In fact, working with kids is my passion. Probably why I swear so much, holding it all in all the time, then it all comes flying everywhere when it can.

Anyway.

My work.

This is my business MysticCreek Soulcology. Yep, big fun fancy word there right?! But what does it all mean?
Soulcologist - I study the Soul, mostly mine, because they are dodgy and difficult to catch and study. So what do I do for you? I specialize in helping with life issues, from both the practical and wider spiritual perspectives. I use a blend of communication and intuition, facilitating a connection between the soul and the self. I help you connect to your Soul. I utilize modalities such as Past Life Regression Hypnotherapy, Guided Meditation, Reiki, Tarot and will be adding in more services. But my main focus right now is teaching Mindfulness to Children. I work to help children find the Still Quiet Place inside them, and to connect to the present moment with curiosity and kindness.  I have a number of new products and services in the works and plan to unveil them throughout the year. I am hoping to use this blog as a way to share information and help others find ways to connect to their Soul and to help their children do the same.

I will be working this year in the Create Your Shining Life/Biz workbooks so you will hear about those and fun ways to incorporate. There is a link on my blog if you would like to work in these as well. Part of this work has led me to my Word of the Year, and my words/focus for each month to get there.

My word for 2016 is ..... Mindful....... I know, shocking right? But we can all work to be more mindful.
For January I will be focusing on Intention.

Intention draws energy, where your intention lies, the energy flows. We need to be very mindful of our intentions. And honest about what our intention is.

I will also be choosing a Mantra for the week ahead.Feel free to jump in on this or choose a Mantra that resonates with you for the week. What is your Soul asking for right now.

My Mantra for week 1 is ...

I Radiate Love

My Soul has been poking me with this one for a bit now. So when I meditate I use this. I repeat this mantra in line with my breath. I also will say this to myself throughout the day. Driving. Driving is a great time to do this. When what you really want to do is yell "Hey Asshole, what the fuck was that!!" .... Just take a deep breath and repeat "I radiate love." Even if you have a bit of a snarl on your face the first few times, it will still speak to your Soul and it will change your vibration.

Sometimes I find I need more than this. So on my in breath I will repeat "I am grateful for the blessings in my life" and on the out breath I repeat "I Radiate Love".

Remember what intentions you emit, you receive back.
You want love surrounding you in your life?
Radiate that shit!!