“The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten the gift.” Albert Einstein

Inner guidance is direction you receive from Source, Spirit or whatever you may name it. You may call it intuition, a gut knowing, a felt sense, or a sudden awareness to do something you can’t rationally explain.  This happens every moment, every day of  your life in very ordinary and practical ways.  You may hear a song on the radio with the exact messages you have been praying for.  Someone calls you on the phone, and you were just thinking about them. Spirit may be showing up in a conversation, or in a dream. You may suddenly become aware and know that there is something larger than you, assisting and guiding you, and all of a sudden your choices and/or conflicts become clearer. You feel more at ease.

Connecting with Spirit gives you a sense that you are part of the whole, never alone. You can choose to be in relationship with Spirit and learn to trust your inner guidance more and more.  The challenge is in being able to let go of your rational mind, your perceived sense of security, your logic, and be receptive and open to Spirit. When you do, you become more available to trust your inner wisdom and guidance in all aspects of your being. Your life becomes multi dimensional and mysterious.

When I was diagnosed with cancer, I had to be willing to let go of many fears and beliefs, and trust my inner guidance. I had many decisions to make about my medical care, surgeries and treatment, and post treatments.  I was given a lot of guidance throughout my cancer journey, that enabled me to create more peace for deeper  healing and well being. When I consciously opened to my connection with Spirit, I became more aware of  my inner guidance, and my life seemed to flow more easily, even whilst fighting cancer.

It is critical for your healing plan and for your life beyond cancer, to know that you are not alone and that you are connected with your inner guidance, in the co-creative process for peace and harmony. In order to deepen your connection, I suggest you begin every day and write a letter to your inner guidance.  Begin by stating your intention for a spiritual partnership in all areas of  your life….! This is a powerful relationship with Spirit, and you will begin to feel the energy build.

Begin by visualizing whatever you want,  and write it down daily. Don’t allow your rational mind to dictate what you should or shouldn’t ask for. Allow yourself to become playful and open. Feel the excitement as if you have already manifested what you want.  In this playful space you are connecting with Spirit. You will begin to notice changes around you. There is excitement and joy spilling into your life. Coincidences become more noticeable. You are opening more to your Inner Guidance every day. Don’t worry if some days you don’t feel the connection. This takes time and then, it becomes a normal part of your existence. You connect with your inner guidance and grace and gratitude begin to fill your Soul.

IT was like a deep, red, river flowing into my arm. My body shook like a leaf under the blanket of snow. Who hears me?  Who sees me?  If I closed my eyes I could pretend that my body was somewhere else, far away from there.  I heard the whispers of Angels stroking my cheek, reminding me that the sky is blue.  Why me?  There were no answers.

Questions fell away like leaves that could no longer hold on. Ocean waves lifted me into the crest, protecting me from the weight of this vision. A quiet song played between the embedded ripples of the sand. There was a stillness entering my heart. I knew this place.

My spirit smiled. Here I am, letting go, and opening, into serenity.

A respite from my anguish gave me strength.

Grace and Gratitude danced over my shoulders, glistening in the light. I exhaled and the river stopped flowing.

A warm hug, an encouraging smile. This was healing.

written by,  Sonny Rose

]]> http://sonnyrose.com/archives/347/feed 0 http://sonnyrose.com/archives/270 http://sonnyrose.com/archives/270#comments Fri, 26 Feb 2010 02:27:24 +0000 sonnyrose http://sonnyrose.com/?p=270 When I had been diagnosed with cancer, I felt like I was thrown into a tornado of information, chaos, and fear. I slowly found my footing, and I began to face the news that I would need major surgery. I had never been under the knife, and I was terrified. I decided I had to find a way to create a space of calmness for my healing and recovery.

Before the surgery date I asked my surgeon to play specific music for me, and not to talk about cancer during my operation. I visualized how I wanted the surgery to go and what outcome I desired. I meditated on a peaceful and serene scene and sent energy to my brain and body. I relaxed, and then I wrote down everything I envisioned and felt. I wrote down everything as if it had already happened.

Most people think that you have to visualize only in your head. For many people this is difficult, and writing down the visualization, helps to anchor your vision into your body. This is a powerful and effective visualization technique. The Healing Beyond Cancer Program can help you to learn this technique.

I envisioned myself calm and relaxed. I saw my surgeon smile and reassure me that everything would be fine. I saw myself being wheeled into the operating room, talking to my medical team, as they helped me feel more comfortable. I envisioned the operation going smoothly, and the healing music I wanted was playing. I saw that my surgeon was able to cut away all the cancer cells. I saw myself being wheeled up to recovery, knowing that everything was perfect. I felt peaceful.

Hours after the surgery, my surgeon came into my hospital room and told me that everything had gone well. She later told me that she was a bit skeptical about playing the music, but saw that my vital signs and my recovery went very well. She had a better appreciation for how meditation and visualization are important for healing.

Can you see how The Healing Beyond Cancer Program can help you visualize?

When you take the time to meditate and write down your vision, you are creating an energetic directive. You are creating an intention.

We have the capacity to create an intention that can have a powerful impact on our well being.

The more focused you are on how you want to feel, the more that becomes a reality.

Practice every day, by envisioning what outcome you would like for the day and how you want to feel.

Take time each day to visualize what you want for the day.  See it as if the day has already happened.  Focus your energy on the feelings you have envisioned.

This is a practice that will take time, but soon you will be able to set your day in motion by using techniques to help you create peace and well being.

The Sun is shining today..tomorrow snow is predicted. I actually love it when it snows..the quietness, and womb like sacredness of change. Time seems to slow down, and each snowflake is a mirror of the dance of life…just being part of the whole.

I haven’t disappeared, at least not in the spiritual sense…I have been busy keeping my feet on the ground and helping people who are living with cancer.. the support groups are growing and I am learning the importance of how social media is the way to help in the promotion of The Healing Beyond Cancer programs.

So, I will be posting more, learning how to use social media, and be more focused on writing.  I realize, but forget, how important it is to slow down and rest. My mind goes so fast, keeping busy. So busy that I am not taking the time to stop, and just be. Exhaling and inhaling. Walking, laughing, and enjoying the moment. The simple little bits of everyday life.

When I remember to “manage” my thoughts and just be a witness…my body relaxes. My breath is deep. My mind quiets and I hear the silence. Energy surges through my body, and my spirit is revitalized. Suddenly the sun is brighter.