January 2025
Clearing the Decks
I can’t get over how strange it feels to write -- or even think --“2025.” Like somehow this is finally it: The Future Begins Now. I can hardly describe my feelings, let alone explain them.
If the election last November was an earthquake, the formal inauguration of the new president just ahead may be a tsunami generated by that earthquake. Some of you are thrilled to be riding that new wave, I know. Me? I’m just looking for ways for my spirit to stay calm and shiny.
Thanks to my wonderful website administrator/designer and friend Lisa Keene www.ahigherperspective.com starts this new year off with a fresh new look. Some of you may notice that this newsletter reflects a new vibe as well. What do you think?
Cleansing and clearing are always a great foundation and a brand new calendar year is as good an excuse as any. Here are a few suggestions:
Your Body & Home
Many religious and philosophic traditions incorporate smoke from various forms of incense in liturgical contexts, as a backdrop to meditation/prayer/contemplation. Think of frankincense and myrrh, lavender, patchouli and amber. Indigenous people all over the world use smoke from sage or sweetgrass to cleanse the energy around their body and in physical indoor and outdoor spaces, a practice called smudging. Turns out there’s scientific evidence that sage smoke can act as an antibacterial, as well as other bona fide benefits. Here’s a good introductory article: 10 Benefits of Burning Sage, How to Get Started, and More
Your Body’s Energy Centers
Every human body has 7 main energy centers that have long been associated with each of the 7 colors of the rainbow. My The Rainbow guided meditation takes you through each of your main energy centers for a mind-body re-set. Have a listen anytime except when driving.
Your Mind & Spirit
The notion of meditation confounds and frustrates a lot of people. It doesn’t have to be complicated, trust me. Listening to The Rainbow as suggested above is a form of meditation. Focusing on your inhalation and exhalation or a single word or phrase is meditation. There’s also the meditation provided by certain forms and forms of movement. I love the walking meditation generated via a labyrinth. A labyrinth is a pattern design on the ground in an indoor or outdoor space that one simply walks with mindful intention, one foot at a time. There are labyrinths all over the world in various settings and patterns. In my view, inspired as they are by sacred geometry, every labyrinth is sacred space Labyrinth Locator is an outstanding resource. Just type in your city and be prepared to be amazed at how many labyrinths are near you.
Of course a great way to start off a new calendar year is to take inventory of what fears, patterns, stuckness, emotional baggage may be in the way of living your best life … and then avail yourself of one of the countless healing options available to you. Check out this month’s In the News for an astrological perspective on the importance of clearing out old patterns now specifically.
If you’re not familiar with the outstanding mind-body-spirit toolbox available through A Higher Perspective, please stop by my website http://www.ahigherperspective.com. There’s a wealth of information there. The techniques I teach children, teens and adults are all ultimately self-help. No harm can come from them and their potential for good is unlimited, beyond what many people can even imagine. If you have questions about how my work can be of service to you or your loved ones, don’t hesitate to ask.
May 2025 shine with countless unexpected joys for each of you and generate more loving-kindness, peace, and goodness throughout our world. Remember: All is moving toward the Good.
Heart hugs,
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A Higher Perspective
2551 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Suite 254
San Ramon, CA 94583
925-699-6296
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Someone to Watch Over Me makes a great gift!
Please add Someone to Watch Over Me to your list of supportive resources for children and adults. Here are some reasons why:
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It's beautifully illustrated by visionary artist Mary Derrick
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It offers 26 avenues of connecting with Heavenly Guides and Angels - one for each letter in the alphabet.
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It can be a door to spirituality for children and adults who are aren't already oriented that way
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It's non-denominational and non-religious so you don't have to worry about offending anyone you give it to
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It is a keepsake hardcover workbook that the reader makes his/her own
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It requires the reader's active participation through questions
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It invites and fosters artistic imagination through the reader's own illustrations
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It establishes life-long pathways for spiritual resourcing
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It generates conversation and discussion about spirituality within families
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It teaches kindness, compassion, confidence, inner peace and inner strength
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It's simple enough for children and sustaining enough for adults
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Autographed copies are available directly from me
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Direct ordering is available from Amazon (qualifies for Prime shipping) and Barnes & Noble. See details below.
I now have copies available for purchase via PayPal which can be individually autographed and shipped as you wish. The cost per book directly from me is $19.95 + 8.5% sales tax and ground transportation costs. Both Amazon and Barnes & Noble are fulfilling orders within a couple of days and depending upon your account with those online retailers, you may qualify for free shipping.
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Those of you who have taken the time and care to post your review of Someone to Watch Over Me on Amazon or Barnes & Noble, thank you very, very much! Those online reviews help tremendously to bring new awareness to the book.
My goal is 100 5-star reviews by December 31, 2017. Will you help me reach it? You don't have to have purchased the book on Amazon or Barnes & Noble to write a review of it on either site.
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Did You Know...
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I'm very excited to be generating deeper engagement on the AHP Facebook page, LinkedIn and via Twitter, and would love for you to be part of these conversations. Your comments, likes and shares are welcome.
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Craving More of A Higher Perspective?
Interested in backstories of my practice? My blogs often highlight client experiences as well as links to articles in the media about all kinds of fascinating mind-body-spirit topics. You're always welcome to comment on what I post either on the blog itself or my A Higher Perspective Facebook or LinkedIn pages. Also, I'd love to connect with you via Twitter (@LucyGrace888).
A Portal of Grace
The Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT) has been "a portal of grace." It's the newest technique in my celebrated mind-body-spirit toolbox and there's nothing else like it in the cutting-edge world of meridian therapies. If you enjoy the tranquility of meditation, then TAT may just be the mind-body-spirit avenue of healing for you. Even the creator of TAT, licensed acupuncturist Tapas Fleming , doesn't know exactly how TAT works - it just does.
Tap It Away!
I have been using The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) with adults, teens and children since 1997. A recent study confirms that there's nothing better than EFT for the stress carried by returning veterans. If you are interested in a copy of the study, please email me. My website has a lot more information about EFT, including client comments. EFT can be done in person, via Skype or by phone with outstanding results.
A Higher Perspective Anywhere!
Skype sessions are now available for handwriting coaching, The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and the Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT). I'm excited about bringing these extraordinary mind-body-spirit tools to a new, world-wide audience. Since I will be conducting all the Skype sessions in my San Ramon office, those clients will benefit from the high vibration so many of you have enjoyed there over the years.
Trauma Relief
In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing, Boston TAT professional Patricia Thatcher put out a call to the TAT Professionals community worldwide for volunteers to join a Trauma Response Team . Along with many of my colleagues, I answered Pat's call.
Please keep me in mind as a resource in case of future need. I am available for three free TAT sessions via phone or Skype (preferred) in the aftermath of any natural or man-made disaster.
Success at Your Fingertips
Believe it or not, writing in cursive is an important mind-body-spirit connection. Although handwriting originates in the part of the brain that's most capable of change, I've always thought of The Vimala System of Handwriting as success at your fingertips. Using The Vimala Alphabet in a daily handwriting practice offers incredible benefits to your mind, your body and your spirit. Check out Vimala Rodgers' wonderful alphabet for the 21st Century on my website; then call me to arrange a series of handwriting coaching sessions in person, via Skype or by phone.
Vimala Rodgers has designed a postage stamp using the Vimala Font. You can see and purchase it here.