It's official! The UBC blogging summer camp is over. Meet your parents in the parking lot. ;)
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Congratulations, UBCers!

We made it to the end.

How was your blogging experience this month?

Did you leave it all on the blog? Did more people come to visit?

I am always so grateful for the chance to share my thoughts, and spend time with my blogging friends. And I'm always a wee bit sad when it's over, but also eager for the rest that I know will follow.

Wishing you a wonderful end to your summer.

Love, Jeanine
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​I've been participating in a 21-day retrograde grounding challenge and I've added a few things to my previous grounding practice as an experiment. In doing so, I seem to have created an ideal ritual (see its elements below.)

It makes me feel SO grounded - more than before!

By the way, to hear brown noise, click on the video and listen for 15 seconds. Tell me how it makes you feel in the comment section.
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Do you have a grounding ritual that works well for you?
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Earlier this month, we took a look at how you can use journaling for emotional healing and self-care here. Today, let's talk about how we’re all carrying around pain that we don’t usually notice, but then, suddenly, those wounds flare up and get our attention when we least expect it. 

Do you ever wonder where in the world those feelings were hiding? Especially when they feel so strong!

Having them come up like that doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. And if you’re a lightworker or healer, it doesn’t negate any of the healing or letting go you’ve done.

If you thought healing on the issue was completed, having them pop back up just means you’ve reached a deeper layer that is now ready to heal. And the good news is, journaling can be a powerful way to release them.

Before you write, carve out a comfortable spot where you feel relaxed and won’t be disturbed. Pour yourself a cup of tea, light a candle, or wrap up in a soft blanket if that helps. 

This is your space — private, sacred, and just for you. If writing about certain memories stirs up strong feelings, go slowly.
 
If you need to stop, don’t push yourself to keep going. It will be there when you’re ready to come back to it. 

Beginning: Journaling for Healing

This is where you get to drop the mask. So, let your thoughts spill out. 

If you feel sad, scared, or angry, write that down. Be real. 
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Say what you never got to say. Grieve what you lost or name what still hurts. Writing it down helps the hurt move instead of getting stuck.
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As you write, notice if any shifts happen. Looking at it with a little bit of distance, you may see things differently now. 

If not, ask yourself if there's a new way to see it. Invite in a new understanding. 

What did you need back then that you can give yourself now?
 
Sometimes the facts stay the same, but your kindness grows. That’s real healing.
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Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about identity, false self and true self, and the journey of becoming authentic. And sometimes, I publish a post, or a series of them, and wonder if I said everything.

Was I clear about this thing? Did I forget to mention that other thing?

So, in this post, I want to clarify something.
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In past posts I talked a lot about the difference between the “false self” and the “divine self.” It may have sounded like this inner tug-of-war is just a lightworker thing.
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​Pause for a moment. Take a breath.

And ask yourself what story you’re believing about who you are. Where did that story come from? 

​If you know it’s not the truth, breathe again and wait for something more honest to show up. You don’t ever have to let an old story define you.

Try this. Put your hand over your heart and close your eyes. Breathe in slowly. 

Imagine you’re surrounded by a wise, loving presence. Maybe an ancestor, maybe your guides, or maybe just the feeling of love. 

Let that warmth settle in your chest. Feel the truth, and your own light, within.

You are always one breath away from coming home to yourself. Every time you put down an old mask, you access a little more light. 

What story will you carry with you today?

See you next time!

Love, Jeanine

Healing starts on the inside, where the roots of pain live. 

The intention to heal would be something like, “It really hurt me but I’m not going to let that pain ruin my life anymore.”

Forgiveness lets you process anger, sadness, or shame so those feelings don’t keep cycling through your days. It’s the best kind of self-care. 

Maybe the deepest kind there is. Without it, old wounds can stay raw, resurfacing every single time you hit a rough patch.

The Power of Empathy

Empathy can help you begin to release your angry feelings. When you can see the hurt in another person, you might find it easier to let go, because you'll understand that pain often makes people hurt others.

Doesn't mean you're letting anyone off the hook. It’s more about freeing yourself from the endless loop of “why did they do that?”

Empathy helps you see the bigger picture and loosen your grip on the old stories.

But as with everything else, keep in mind that this takes time.

I find that I have to go through the angry "what a terrible thing to say/do' part and then I get to the part where I remind myself of their pain and my anger softens. This could happen again and again before you're finally at peace with it.

​So you have to allow the process. It's actually grief that's been postponed. Think of the stages of grief and then apply it to what you're trying to forgive, and be patient with yourself.

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Forgiving yourself matters just as much as forgiving anyone else, if not more. Guilt and regret can stick to you like glue, making it easy to replay past mistakes, over and over and over.

BY FAR, this is the hardest part for me. And it was  in my face late spring, early summer this year. What dealing with it taught me was that you can't rush self-forgiveness. It has its own timeline. But you can set the intention and be open to healing.

Start by facing what happened. That's a good way to open yourself to healing.

​Take responsibility where you need to. And then offer yourself grace, and see if healing follows. 

We all do things we wish we could take back. Allow yourself to grieve the knowledge that you can't take them back.

Self-forgiveness is about letting go of the way you've judged yourself, and allowing acceptance, instead. When you offer yourself kindness, instead of judgment, real healing becomes possible and will show up for you, when you're ready.

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See, it doesn’t have to happen all at once. Forgiveness is a process.

Allow it to take the time it needs. Just step firmly onto the path, intention clear.

And over time, if you keep leaning into forgiveness, even a little at a time, you’ll feel a shift. One day, a cloud will lift and it will be easy to see the goodness all around you.

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(1) Is there a memory that still hurts and might be defining your life without your meaning for that to happen?

(2) What would it feel like to set that weight down, even just for today?

Wrap up in a soft blanket, light a candle, and remind yourself: forgiveness is a comfort you give to your own soul first.

See you soon,

​Love, Jeanine

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I just found out about this today, whole watching one of my favorite readers on YouTube.

​She offers a lot of other things, besides the readings, like tarot training, meditation circles, etc., but I was delighted to discover that this one is free (my favorite price).

Check it out and let me know what you think.
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​Do you ever have those days when even the basics of your spiritual beliefs or practices seem to elude you? 

You start questioning who you really are and why you’re even here, as if you can only find that answer in the latest headlines or whatever drama the outside world has decided to serve up today. I feel like this organized challenge offers a good way, each day, to come back home to yourself.

This is not a good time to expect the outside world to give you a sense of safety or identity (it really never is), but you can try an inner reset.

Drop down into your heart. (Go even deeper if you're up for it—right into your belly.) Let your breath land, and notice what shifts.

It's a pause, a soft return, but this is a good way to remind yourself how much bigger you are than yesterday's story.

So let me tell you about the 21-day retrograde grounding group. When we're in retrograde, it's not as good a time to start things that are brand new.

It's better to focus on renewing something that used to come naturally. Retrograde energy isn’t about pushing forward; it’s about pausing, reassessing, and reviving what you already know works for you.

Instead of fighting the tide, you swim with it.

So let's talk about the details...
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Pick one practice you know makes you feel more like yourself—maybe it’s morning meditation, jotting down what you’re grateful for, stretching after yoga, or saying a quick intention before your daily walk.

One suggestion is to attach this practice to something you already do anyway.

If you make a cup of tea every morning, that could be your moment. Tie your renewed practice to that daily anchor to make it feel almost automatic.

Part of this challenge is the support you get from knowing that others are doing the challenge, too.  You don’t have to do it alone.

When you share updates, cheer each other on, and check in—whether that’s online, with a buddy, or through group posts—you’re much more likely to keep at it. Science supports this: your odds of a habit sticking go way up with group connection and encouragement.

Over these three weeks, there’s group support to help you stay the course, like daily posts, tarot cards, and encouraging words just when you need them. There will be two Reiki healing meditations you can join in on if you'd like, bringing you back to your intentions and clearing out anything heavy.

Then, you can end the challenge with a group circle, a celebration close to the end of retrograde, around August 10th or 11th, where everyone can celebrate however much of the challenge they completed.

What you’ll notice, if you really show up for yourself, is that letting your grounding, or comfort-centered practice back into your days often brings more than you expected. You might start out hoping for a little more peace or a bit of grounding, but then you catch yourself tapping into a deeper power, a truer version of you. 

A reminder: you’re not here just to survive or play along with whatever script someone else handed you. You’re here to wake up to your own light, step into your creative power, and reconnect with the truth that’s always lived in you.

Your breath can do more than just keep you going, it can bring you home to all of who you are, right in the middle of your ordinary day, and help you create a life that you love living. So even if your renewed practice is to breathe deeply and slowly for a moment each day, it will reward you more powerfully than you might think.

And I include this part as a reminder to myself, too...

No matter what the outer world looks like, your home frequency, your wholeness, your love, and your power are always here, waiting for you to claim and experience them. And the real magic is that if you forget, you can always come back again, as many times as you need. 

So what do you think? I'm in, and I hope you are, too.

Here's the link to her video. And to participate, you'll need to join her Patreon, because that's where the posts and check-ins will be, but that is also free.

See you next time!

Love, Jeanine

It all started with a great conversation Brenda Fluharty and I were having. We talked about parallel lives and parallel timelines and I asked her to write a post about them. She wrote two!

I've been journaling about my vision of her and my life as her, and trying to identify ways to practice being her now. What might she do each day that is different than what I do now?

In Brenda's parallel timelines post, this is called acting as if.

And in both of Brenda's posts, I was inspired by the suggestions to use visualization or guided meditations, affirmations and reprogramming limiting beliefs to help yourself make the shift. So I decided to use my own resources to see what I could come up with for her homework. :)
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I asked one of the AI tools I have created to respond to my future self goal and it gave me an encouraging message, a guided meditation and an affirmation.

Here's the message...

​You are standing on the edge of a beautiful transformation, stepping into a higher frequency version of yourself that already exists in another part of your life's timeline. This journey of becoming who you truly want to be is both brave and powerful. It’s okay to feel a mix of excitement and uncertainty because shifting into this new self is a process that unfolds with patience and trust. Know that the future you—the one you’re reaching for—is already closer than you think, and you carry her within you right now. I’m here to support you as you connect with this truth and bring her into your present moment.

Guided Meditation: Connecting with Your Higher Frequency Self Across Timelines...

Begin by finding a comfortable seat or lying down in a quiet place where your body can relax. Close your eyes gently, and take a deep breath in… and slowly breathe out.

Feel the weight of your body settling into the surface beneath you.

Now, breathe in again, feeling calm and centered. With each breath, feel yourself becoming more present, more in tune with your inner world.

Imagine before you a vast, radiant horizon—a window into parallel timelines. In each timeline, there is a version of you living freely as her highest, most vibrant self.

See one of these versions clearly: notice her posture, her smile, the light in her eyes. She embodies your deepest strengths, joy, and wisdom.

Send a gentle, warm wave of curiosity towards this version of you. You don't need to change or rush; just watch and feel her energy.

Now, imagine a shimmering bridge forming between your current self and this higher frequency self. This bridge is glowing with soft light, steady and strong.

With every breath, picture yourself stepping onto this bridge. As you walk, feel how her qualities—confidence, peace, love, courage—naturally flow into you, filling every cell.

Repeat silently: “I am aligned with my highest self. I bring her gifts into my life now.”

If any doubts or resistance arise, imagine them gently dissolving in the light of the bridge, leaving space for your growth and transformation.

Take a few more deep breaths here, breathing in this powerful connection, breathing out any hesitation.
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When you feel ready, slowly bring your awareness back to your body. Feel your feet on the ground, your hands resting gently. Wiggle your fingers and toes, and when you are ready, open your eyes.
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One of my other AI tools asks you questions about what's going on, and responds to what you share with a story that describes where you're going, and then offers you ritual ideas to help you get there...


A Journey of Courage and Growth: Becoming the Light​

There was a time when she felt unsure, as if her true self was just out of reach — a shadow she could glimpse but never fully embrace. The fear whispered gently at the edges of her heart, saying, “Maybe you’ll never live the life you dream of.”

Yet, even in those moments, she held onto the quiet knowing that something deeper was calling her forward.

Her courage began each morning in small rituals that grounded her soul. Lighting her favorite candles filled the room with a warm glow and familiar scents, creating a sacred space.

With the yummy-smelling room spray she had crafted, she misted the air, breathing in comfort and connection. She sat quietly, grounding herself, the earth beneath her steadying every pulse of fear.

Guided meditations opened her heart to the divine presence, reminding her gently, “You are safe, loved, and resilient.” These moments stitched her courage together, one breath at a time.

When the weight of doubt grew heavier, she reached out to her fellow lightworkers. Their shared stories and wise words became a balm, a beacon showing her the paths others had walked and the light that awaited on the other side.

These conversations deepened her courage, giving her the message, “You are enough, just as you are.”

When she needed escape and renewal, she sank into novels that wove worlds of magic and possibility around her. The pages reminded her that transformation was always possible and that heroes, like her, rise when they choose to step into their truth.

She sang too — her voice a release, a prayer, a connection to the unspoken parts of herself. Singing aloud her affirmations, she felt the warmth of her own light, “I am grounded. I am growing.”

Nights were often spent watching movies with her friends, laughter and stories blending with healing energy. Together, they celebrated small victories, and in those moments, she saw reflected what she was becoming — a woman centered in her soul, living a life that was a radiant reflection of her truth.

Slowly but surely, she realized: the fear was only a stepping stone. She was the beacon she sought, living proof that growth required courage, and courage was born from gentle acts of love toward herself.

Now, her life shines brightly, lighting the way for others, a testament to the power of choosing to be true, grounded, and full of heart.
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Practical Steps to Begin Your Journey

(1) Create a morning grounding ritual: Light your favorite candle, use your handmade room spray, and spend five minutes in a guided meditation affirming, “I am safe, loved, and resilient.”

(2) Connect weekly with other lightworkers: Schedule time to share your experiences and listen deeply, allowing their light to uplift and inspire you.

(3) Set aside daily moments to sing or read: Use music or novels to nurture your spirit and remind you of the magic in transformation and growth.

(4) Ground yourself mindfully: Spend time barefoot on the earth or visualize roots reaching deep down whenever fear arises, reaffirming, “I am centered and growing.”

(5) Celebrate small wins with friends: Watch uplifting movies or gather for meaningful conversation, anchoring your journey in community and joy.

I remembered my AI journaling tool and decided that a few prompts might help. I wrote in my journal just the other day, with some ideas about things I could do to move toward my future self, but I thought actual prompts might inspire me even more.

​Here are the prompts...

​(1) What beliefs do I notice holding me back from stepping fully into the version of myself I aspire to become, and how do these beliefs make me feel in my body and mind?

(2) When have I felt most aligned and empowered on my path toward my ideal future self, and what was present in those moments that I can invite more of now?

(3) How do I understand the relationship between my efforts to manifest change and the times when things don’t seem to work—what can I learn from these experiences without judgment?

(4) What small, compassionate actions can I take today that honor both my current self and my vision for growth, even if the path feels uncertain?

(5) How can I create space within myself for patience and trust, allowing inner shifts to unfold naturally alongside my external goals?

Do you have an ideal future self?

Go read Brenda's posts if you haven't already.

​The AI tools that helped me create these meditations and affirmations are part of my Fearless Lightworker Toolkit, which you can explore here if you're interested in doing similar work.

See you next time!

Love, Jeanine
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As we talked about earlier this week, even small shifts here and there can help when things seem overwhelming. Today, we're going to take a look at one way to shift what you're feeling pretty quickly.

It's the one I usually to turn to first.

Your breath is like your own built-in mood tracker.

​When you feel calm, your breath is easy and steady. When you’re anxious, upset, or wiped out, it often becomes quick, shallow, or tight.

And your breathing actually talks to your brain. If your breath stays short and tense, it can keep your body on alert. But if you learn to slow it down, you teach your whole self to relax. 

Breathing and the Nervous System 

Your breath and your nervous system often work in tandem. sometimes they pull each other into a panic, and sometimes they lead one another back to calm.

When you breathe fast or hold your breath, your body hears, “Trouble!” and reacts with more stress. Slow, full breaths tell your system, “It’s okay now. You’re safe.”

When that happens, you feel more comfortable, can think more clearly, and are able to connect with yourself and others from a softer place.

Breathwork gives you a quick way to help your body shift gears—from spinning out, to grounded.
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love & trust or fear & doubt
being real or hiding
trying to control or choosing to respond

Which choice are you making?

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