Can We Change Our Lives Simply by Thought Alone?

Can We Change Our Lives Simply By Thought Alone?

By Laurie Barraco

            Just recently a client inquired if we simply change our thoughts can we change our lives? My answer was yes and no. I believe this is a complex answer, which really deserves a little bit of an explanation.

            Yes, we create our world based upon our thoughts. We think, we reflect, we give energy and time invested in to an idea, a belief. The thoughts are energy and help pick up momentum toward our life manifested. They go into the mixture or creation of our reality. Therefore, the answer is a yes but are we only beings of thoughts? No we are also physical. We have bodies, which are of the physical realm. Our physical world is a result of our thoughts and actions.

            There are many, many teachings floating out there. We have Abraham/Hicks and The Law of Attraction, The Secret, Seth and Jane Roberts just to name a few. All these teaching focus on thoughts and manifestation. Yes, if you shift your thoughts from lack, negativity to a positive affirmation or belief system you will most certainly begin to have another reality. The spoken word is extremely powerful! Whether you curse out loud or declare how much you love someone or something, you are aligning your vibration with the words you speak. There is a teaching in Kabbalah ~ an angel is ready to carry out the action of every word you speak. Pretty interesting? Which words will you speak out loud or even within your mind? It really is the same. Maybe a little extra oomph with the vibration of your voice but we are really speaking of the same concept.

            Now what about the part of my answer which is no? Well, there is the action part of our lives, how we live, the interactions, the movement, the getting out there and mingling with people. You can sit in meditation all day long; this will not change your life. You must APPLY the new thought, belief system in your life. This is where you test out the shift in consciousness. Therefore they go hand in hand, change your thoughts and beliefs as well as change your actions = different outcome. By the way, sometimes a shift is not in the positive direction. We may also become more negative, competitive, greedier, with our thoughts. Our actions may be trying to steal customers, speaking hurtful words to another. This will also change your world, maybe not for the better.

            Some believe you can fix things with magic or candles, or just by expecting the best. This may work short term; long lasting changes always involve different behavior as well as taking responsibility and shifting your consciousness. If the quick fixes really worked then why are we here? We are here to grow through changing our behavior, correcting our negative patterns, loving and sharing our wisdom and what has worked for us. Do I use candles and crystals? Absolutely, I use them as a reminder for me to redirect my thoughts and actions. The tools bring in flavor with my healing or shifting of awareness. But, we thought the candles, crystals, incense hold power? Yes, they do they vibrate as certain frequencies which can add or assist to your changes.

How does magic work? Magic brings the issues to the forefront. If you are having $ troubles what magic will do is it will bring up your issues and why you struggle with $ to the forefront, to your consciousness. You then have the opportunity to correct, redirect your thoughts and actions.

            Only through redirection and change you will have a different result in your life. Makes sense, if you would like a different result, you must think, speak, and behave differently.

Channeling by Laurie Barraco

Here is an excerpt from my channeling class a few weeks ago ~

Channeling has been practiced throughout the ages and cultures. 

What is channeling? The common idea of channeling, is an experience in which one completely opens oneself to a separate entity being channeled (aka "trance channeling"), is not the only, nor even the ideal, form of channeling. Trance channeling bypasses the individual, thus limiting the individual's opportunity to learn and grow through the experience. 

The different type of Channeling

• Trance Channeling ~ an individual allows control of their body to an outside entity for the use of communication. During these sessions, the channel has no knowledge or remembrance of what has transpired. They expand their consciousness and check out.
• Conscious Channeling ~the channel maintains conscious presence but agrees to allow communication from another entity ex. higher self, guides, angels through them. In this form of channeling the channel is aware of the information coming through. 
• Automatic Writing, Painting or Mediumship ~ the channel either conscious or in a trance state allows the body to create artwork, music, a book etc. as a venue to help express ideas or teachings.

Why channel?

1. To receive information, wisdom to learn
2. To bring through messages of validation and comfort

Well Known Channels ~ Jane Roberts, Esther Hicks, Edgar Cayce, Elizabeth Claire Prophet, Jacqueline T. Snyder, Lorraine and Candyce. I do channel but it is not a transchannel.

Guidelines

• Creating the space, sage, incense, crystals
• Being in a sacred space within, absolutely no substances, yes some use psychedelics but I do not suggest these
• Prayers ~ hand motions, mudras etc. also help one open up to guidance
• Protection
• Motives
• Not to be played with, not to experiment, serious business
• Does take discipline.
• By using the conditioning it can help you get into the state of mind explain how I get prepared
• Warning just because someone channels it does not mean they are more highly evolved. There have been people who I question where the information is coming from. May be valid at first but then the trickster aspect comes through
• An entity is not necessarily more evolved if it is in spirit form. Proof and trust need to be built.

Channelers allegedly dialogue with: aliens, angels, ascended masters, gods, goddesses, akashic records, one’s higher self, souls who have crossed over and spirit guides.

If you are interested in channeling I highly, highly recommend you do not rush into channeling. Take your time, find a reputable mentor and make sure you are taking the proper precautions (mentioned in the guidelines). Carelessly opening yourself to etheric energies can be detrimental to your soul. 

If you take your time and allow the process to unfold slowly with caution, you will have profound soul growth and clarity. Don't forget to journal all of your experiences ~ you'll be glad you did!

Namaste',

Laurie

Chakra Health with Joanna Salerno

Chakra Health

with Joanna  Salerno

Why is it important to have healthy, balanced, and cleared chakras?  For the same reason that you get the oil changed in your car, the tires balanced and aligned and the brakes checked. Think about this for a moment… how often do you change the oil in your car… or have your carpets cleaned in your house… or get your teeth cleaned… have blood work done… or anything else that requires routine maintenance?  There is not one of us that questions the validity of having these things done routinely, and yet even though we know that we are all energy and that energy is all around us, we hesitate or procrastinate when it comes to taking care of our most important asset. That asset is our energy body and when it is depleted or out of balance if affects us in ways that we don’t even realize.  Even though we cannot ‘see’ our chakra’s they are an important part of our bodies’ physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. Our wellbeing depends on our energy body, which includes our chakras, to be active and balanced. Having blocked or distorted chakra’s affects our immune system, our moods, our thinking processes and how we handle day to day stress.  It is even more important than ever before to take care of ourselves energetically and physically in these changing stressful times.  Make an investment in your energetic health and make an appointment with an energy practitioner today. You deserve it!!  We are here at The Mystical Moon to serve all your needs in this area.  Be well!!!

Joanna Salerno is a Licensed Massage Therapist (MA # 42185) and Spiritual Counselor; she has studied Craniosacral Therapy, Somato Emotional Release and Heart Centered Therapy with teachers from the Upledger institute and energy medicine with Healing Touch International as well as other various spiritual teachers and shamans. She has been in private practice since 1999 and has been a massage therapist since 2004. Her meditation CD “Transform Yourself” along with Laurie Barraco is available for purchase at The Mystical Moon.

You can make an appointment with Joanna at the Mystical Moon for:

Akashic Record Consultation

Spiritual Energy Healing (chakra balance and integration)

Spiritual Counseling (including grief and life transition)

 

                                  Energy and Vibration 

When we are in touch with our own energy and vibration we are allowing ourselves to live in greater harmony physically, spiritually, mentally and emotionally.  So how do we determine our energy and vibration??  A sure fire way is to do a simple check in with the body... ie: how are you feeling? … what are you thinking?...are you depressed?...energized… clear thinking… if any of these questions lead you to a less than positive feeling chances are that your energy and vibration are in the lower ranges.  When your energy is aligned, balanced and active and your vibrational frequency is high you think positive thoughts, you are walking your talk, living your purpose, you know who you are and why you are here. You are consciously walking through your life with loving mindfulness, able to attract and manifest into it what you truly desire. So how do we get to this place? Here a few things that you can incorporate into your life to help you clear your energy fields and keep your vibration at an optimum peak.

·        Begin your day with meditation ( centering and being still helps us to clear our cluttered and scattered thoughts

·        Drink lots of water and eat clean food (stay away from sugar and junk food)

·        Don’t dwell on your past (let go and forgive yourself and others)

·        Get rid of gossip and people who gossip in your life (it brings in the dense energies that can keep us in a negative space)

·        Clear your home of unwanted, broken items ( create a home that is sacred: clean, clear spaces help to bring in clear energy)

·        Create an alter in your space (Consciously bring in the Sacred to you home anchors in positivity)

·        Surround yourself with positive, like minded people who want a consciously aware lifestyle.

·        Get an energy/reiki session at least twice a year ( a good practitioner will let you know the state of your chakras and energy field and give you tools designed for you personally to keep your energy and frequency high.

Incorporating even some of these things on a consistent basis can help you in achieving your energetic goals, enabling you to have a more positive, healthier life.

Joanna Salerno is a Licensed Massage Therapist (MA # 42185) and Spiritual Counselor; she has studied Craniosacral Therapy, Somato Emotional Release and Heart Centered Therapy with teachers from the Upledger institute and energy medicine with Healing Touch International as well as other various spiritual teachers and shamans. She has been in private practice since 1999 and has been a massage therapist since 2004. Her meditation CD “Transform Yourself” along with Laurie Barraco is available for purchase at The Mystical Moon.

You can make an appointment with Joanna at the Mystical Moon for:

Akashic Record Consultation

Spiritual Energy Healing (chakra balance and integration)

Spiritual Counseling (including grief and life transition)

Advice From a Psychic on Psychic Readings

Advice From A Psychic on Psychic Readings ~ Laurie Barraco

Most of us take the time to research our Drs, attorneys, schools for our children but how many really do their research when it comes to consulting a psychic?
A psychic reading session shouldn't be taken lightly. You are consulting with another person about the intimate details of your life. You are looking for guidance and direction. Whom you consult these life altering decisons is extremely important.
Tips

• Get a referral if at all possible. Ask about the psychic's history, background, how long they have been in this line of work, their reputation, also was their reading authentic?
• Go to their office or where they "read" at. Do you get a warm, loving, and comfortable feeling?

Signs of A Good Psychic

• Have proper boundaries
• Isn't in it for the money (charging astronomical prices) shop around to see what the going rate is in your area
• They have a sincere desire to help
• They do not waste your time talking about themselves
• They give you tools to help transform, heal and empower you
• You can feel their loving energy

Warning Signs

• Acting as if they are the only one who can help you
• Instilling fear upon you, you leave feeling hopeless
• Encouraging you to come back frequently to spend more money with them
• Discrediting others in the same profession ex. You don't want to go to ....
• Leaving the reading depressed and exhaused, feeling depleted

Just because they say they are psychic does not mean they are!!!

How to Get The Most Out of Your Session

• Come in with an open mind
• Have your questions prepared ahead of time
• Be centered, plan your day so you are not rushed if possible. Scattered energy does not help with your session. It is a 3 way process you, the reader and spirit.
• Try not to be negative. Saying no,no, no if you feel there isn't a connection, then say so. An honest reader/healer would honor that and not charge.
• If you would like the session recorded ask ahead of time, do you you need to bring your recorder?

Each reader has a unique gift, ask about this beforehand.


**My intention, is for every client to be sent on their way with hope, love, empowerment and a new perspective than from what they came in with**

Hopefully this little bit of information makes the difference for you between a good reading session and a great one!!

Namaste'
Laurie

I would like to thank Joanna Salerno for her contribution to this post ~