Find Out How To Reclaim Your Energy!

If you are like me, you lead a busy life and the signs of fatigue seem to creep up from time to time. These symptoms are usually warning signs that I am a quart or two low on energy aka life force energy. I typically begin to experience these symptoms after I have been over-doing it and haven't taken the time to slow down and recharge my batteries. Leaking energy and having low energy levels is a common occurrence for those who are people pleasers, healers, empaths, counselors, teachers, basically all of us who are natural givers and have a hard time saying no. 

What Are The Symptoms? 

• Sluggishness ~ Normal every day activities are taking extra energy and extra long to accomplish.
• Restlessness ~ Even though you are tired, you may have a hard time falling and staying asleep. The restlessness is probably due to being overly tired. This undoubtedly is an unhealthy cycle to be in wouldn't you agree?
• Lack of Motivation ~ You struggle to get projects started and forget about even completing them.
• Overly Emotional ~ Everything seems to set you into an instant emotional spiral going from happy, to sad, to angry and frustrated. You may even find yourself as being unusually sensitive.
• Struggling To Complete Thoughts ~ Your mind races from subject to subject and you can't make up your mind about anything going back and forth and back and forth.
• Low Immune System ~ You are constantly sick with the flu, colds, IBS, headaches, etc. and are struggling to stay healthy.
• Short Temper/Zero Patience ~ Feeling as if everyone else is going in slow motion and everything is taking forever leaving you stagnant and stuck. You may be taking out your frustrations out on others.
• Defensive ~ Taking everything personally and being defensive is a sign of exhaustion because you are already frustrated from a lack of energy and may not have the mental clarity to rationalize what other people's intentions truly are.

These are all symptoms of fatigue/low energy levels and when you are experiencing these side effects, it's really hard to function in your day to day life. If you allow these symptoms to go on for too long you will be completely miserable, cranky, toxic, and it can be a huge challenge to get back on track to where you want and should be. 

What Can We Do?

• Self Awareness ~ Check in with your thoughts and emotions from time to time to see if you are showing and or experiencing any of the above symptoms. 
• Set Boundaries ~ Know your limits of how much you can handle on your plate and get real honest with yourself. Learn how to say no to yourself and others without feeling guilty or explaining yourself to others. 
• Energy Healing ~ Schedule a healing session with your massage therapist, and or your trusted energy/Reiki healer. 
• Color Therapy/Wear Yellow ~ Yellow is the color of the sun, brings in happy feelings of joy, innocence, and reenergizes us simply by wearing and or surrounding ourselves with the color yellow. 
• Listen to Your Favorite Music ~ Music not only soothes our soul, but it can also shift our mood instantly. If you need a little pick me up, turn on and turn up the tunes that get your energy moving and grooving. 
• Yogic Breath of Fire ~ Breathwork brings oxygen into the system and helps refresh your mind, body, and spirit. 
• Soak Up The Sun ~ If you close your eyes, open your arms, turn your face towards the sun, and take a deep breath, you'll instantly receive a boost of energy.
• Crystal Therapy ~ Crystals such as; citrine, fire agate, amber, tiger's eye, and yellow obsidian will bring in that energizing energy of the sun.
• Aromatherapy ~ Wearing, diffusing, and or inhaling oils such as; lemon, lemongrass, peppermint, orange, grapefruit, and lavender will jumpstart your motivation.
• Solar Plexus Work ~ Leaking energy from your solar plexus is a common reason why you may be tired. There are many reasons why the solar plexus is leaking energy such as; emotional cording to others, little or no willpower, and low self-esteem are a few reasons as to why the solar plexus is compromised. Balancing this chakra through energy healing, Reiki, toning, aromatherapy and crystal therapy can help you reclaim your energy and stamina.

Exhaustion and low energy levels are something that everyone encounters in their lives from time to time. By paying attention to what's going on within ourselves, we can prevent burnout as well as the symptoms that are associated with fatigue. I'm sure that we all can agree, the symptoms that are a result low energy levels are not pleasant and are frustrating. You can reclaim your energy and your life simply by keeping an eye out for the tell-tale signs and keeping these tips I mentioned in mind before things get out of control :)

Blessings and Light,

Laurie Barraco 

4 Must Have Crystals For Empaths

Empaths are energy-sensitive individuals that are highly affected and influenced by their environment. One of the best defenses that I have found as an empath has been wearing and or carrying gemstones that will keep my aura strong and help me to remain grounded and centered. ​



Hematite - Hematite is very effective with grounding and protecting the individual. It soothes the emotions which keeps the user focused and in control.

Fluorite - Fluorite also stabilizes and protects the aura. It is extremely useful in deflecting electromagnetic smog and stress. Fluorite helps to create and keep healthy boundaries within relationships and overcoming drama. ​

Black Tourmaline - Repels and protects against negative influences and psychic attacks. Black tourmaline increases stamina and deflects negativity while one is engaged in highly emotionally-charged situations.

Citrine - Citrine is a powerful regenerator, empowering crystal that protects the aura. It also acts as a shield for the solar plexus. The solar plexus is the area that most empaths absorb the energy from their environment.





Uses: 

• Carry in your pocket or in a bag with you
• Wear as jewelry
• Keep in a room where there is a lot of energy and traffic
• On a picture of yourself, it will keep the energy flowing to you as long as is needed for distance healing and energy protection

Be sure to cleanse your crystal once a week with sage, sea salt or whatever method you use to clear your crystals. They will be more effective when they are cleared and charged. 

You can find any of these crystals at your favorite spiritual store. If you do not have a store nearby, you can also find these crystals @The Mystical Moon online store.


Blessings and Light,
Laurie 

How To Cope As An Empath In Our Society

Every day I am blessed to witness many empaths reclaiming their personal space as well as their solar plexuses. They come to my center, The Mystical Moon to learn how to empower themselves and genuinely want to heal and embrace life to its' fullest.Empaths are highly sensitive people who feel, I mean really feel the environment around them. They pick up all emotions, sensations, energy imprints from people, places and objects. 

Often empaths do not realize they are absorbing their surroundings until it is too late. They have already taken on others unhealthy emotions, possibly other people's habits as well as belief systems and perspectives.

Can an empath survive in this world? Absolutely! Individuals that are super-sensitive to their environment can learn how to create healthier energetic boundaries as well as can begin to recognize when they are absorbing their environment 

How do you know if you are an empath? Here are some easy to recognize the empathic signs:

• You suddenly have a nauseous feeling after you meet someone or even walk into an unfamiliar space
• You have solar plexus issues (sensitive digestion system, stomach aches, that sinking feeling in your stomach)
• You are influenced by the moods of others
• You are confused about your emotions
• People often "dump" on you for no reason
• You are often overwhelmed in large crowds causing you to withdraw socially
• Sometimes you are depressed for no reason

If this sounds familiar to you then chances are you are a person with strong empathic abilities. You can most certainly use your gift to be an indicator to when your environment, or a person, or even a certain location is not a healthy place for you. 

Often empaths do not know they are absorbing other's feelings and pain until after the fact. Here are some suggestions to help you manage your gifts that will also help empower you:

•  Wear deflecting crystals such as jet, black tourmaline, hematite, tiger's eye on your right side. By wearing or carrying these crystals they will project their energy outward, creating a shield of protection for you.
• Take baths with sea salt or himalayan salt. Did you know you can bathe with himalayan salt? 
• Learn to cover your solar plexus with your hands or arms. You may even use visualization to help you do so.
• Sage yourself as well as your space often. 
• Learn to pick up objects or to use your right hand when handling an object that you are not familiar with. The left hand receives, right sends out energy.
• Hold your phone to your right ear. If you listen with your left side you may pick up the feelings of the person on the other line.
• Learn how to say "no", "I don't have the time" or "I am unable to help you at this time."
• Activate your spiritual protection - your guides, angels, the helpers that are non-physical. Ask them to protect you energetically.
• Be sure to cut those emotional cords often. 
• Receive healing treatments such as Reiki, massages, or any type of proactive healing treatment.
• When you are feeling compromised, do not perform any energy, healing or psychic work. You are more likely to let your guard down and take away someone else's stuff.
• Before you leave your home, pull your aura in a little closer to the body. You most certainly do not need to go out into the world wide open.
• Using command phrases such as: Shields Up! or I invoke a bubble of pink and gold protection around me today. 
• Use a visualization of mirrors being place around your aura facing outwards. This will help you deflect unwanted sensations.

Many empaths are nurses, massage therapists, healers and teachers. They have nurturing and loving energy. By using some of these simple suggestions you most certainly do not have to hide from crowds. You will be able to mingle with your fellow man and woman and will be able to enjoy this amazing  planet and the beautiful souls who inhabit it. 

Blessings and Light,

Laurie