This is one of those things that is sad but it's actually pretty funny as well so everyone reading this has my full permission to just enjoy the laugh and not feel sorry for me. :-)
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Sometimes You Just Need to Laugh
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Our Animals Can Help Us See Ourselves
Over the years, I have seen example after example of where our animals can be a "mirror" for us. Often times when we understand what they need, we discover it is the same thing we need. Or when we identify something they need to work on, we find that it is something we need to work on as well. I don't think it's any accident that this occurs . . . as I believe it is part of their purpose here on earth, to help us learn about ourselves and help us grow.
Monday, March 4, 2024
We All Have A Role To Play
People often talk about their purpose in life . . . as they ponder topics such as "Why am I here?" and "What am I meant to do?"
I believe that the answer to that may reside in seeing ourselves clearly enough to know what WE have to offer, what our unique abilities and talents are. We each have innate skills and abilities and I personally think there is a reason for that - they are the roadmap to finding and fulfilling our purpose.
I have come to realize - over and over - how important each one of us is. No one person is better than another because we each bring something of value to the whole. I think the key to our forward momentum can be found in embracing ourselves and what comes naturally to us. It can truly be empowering when we are able to embrace what we are good at.
There is evidence all around us that when we bring our contributions and our gifts to the table, together we are able to accomplish incredible things.
One of my favorite analogies for this is of building a house . . . I often think of the importance of the different roles that come into play and how necessary each one is. We can't build a great house if we only have architects, nor can we build a great house if we only have plumbers . . . there are so many different skills needed to build a wonderful house.
We need architects and building designers, project managers, people who know how to navigate the often complicated process of getting permits and inspections. We need plumbers, electricians, dry wallers, people who can lay tile and flooring, etc. Interior designers and exterior designers are also needed, as they will know how to bring it all together whether it is what colors to paint walls or what materials are needed to create spaces that bring comfort and joy to those who live there.Not all of us have or need to have the skills to be able to do all those jobs.
For just about everything - a variety of skills are needed to bring something to completion and not just "completion" but synergistic and beautiful completion. Together we can accomplish more. No one role is more important than another. They are all valuable! We are all valuable!
Putting on a play . . . you need someone to write the play, you need people who are great at acting to bring those words to life and a director to bring it all together. You also need great set designers, people who can make the perfect costumes, people who know how to light the stage just right. Each one of those roles fulfilled brings a play to life. There are countless examples of where we need a "team" to accomplish something and so often our "purpose in life" isn't just about what we are meant to do by ourselves but how our individual contributions provide the needed puzzle piece in a larger picture.
Always remember that no one individual is more important in what they do. We each bring forth something important and we are ALL equally needed - because each one of us came into this world with unique gifts, abilities and talents.
So I invite you to take a moment and think about what you are good at, what lights you up and inspires you? What gifts do you innately have? When do you feel the most freedom and the most joy? With our understanding of those things, we are more easily able to answer the question "What is my purpose?"
I also believe that the more clear we are about what we individually have to offer, the quicker the Universe can bring forth opportunities to connect with just the right people who are in need of exactly what we have to offer. We can contribute positively to a greater vision just by knowing and seeing ourselves for who we are and embracing our natural gifts, talents and joys.
p.s. I think that for many of us, what our purpose is going forward may end up being very different from what we have been doing . . . so the other thought I will leave you with is: Stay open to the possibilities. If we keep tuning into what lights us up, we may be given magical new pathways and opportunities to enjoy our lives even more.
Saturday, February 10, 2024
Black and White
"Black & White"
Together we learn to read and write
A child is black, a child is white
The whole world looks upon the sight
A beautiful sight
And now a child can understand
That this is the law of all the land
All the land
The world is black, the world is white
It turns by day and then by night
A child is black, a child is white
Together they grow to see the light
To see the light
And now, at last, we plainly see
We'll have a dance of liberty
Liberty
The world is black, the world is white
It turns by day and then by night
A child is black, a child is white
The whole world looks upon the sight
A beautiful sight
The world is black, the world is white
It turns by day and then by night
A child is black, a child is white
Together they grow to see the light
To see the light
The world is black, the world is white
It turns by day and then by night
A child is black, a child is white
The whole world looks upon the sight
A beautiful sight
The world is black, the world is white
It turns by day and then by night
A child is black, a child is white
Together they grow to see the light
To see the light
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Another "Lucky For Me" Review
In the prologue of my book, I mention that part of the reason that I felt so compelled to share our story was because I felt deep inside my heart that it would be of assistance to others.
I wrote: I know I am not the only person who has had an intense bond with their animal, nor am I the only one who has gone to extremes to help an animal recover from the abuse they suffered or heal their own trauma. My intention in sharing our journey is to light the path for those who find themselves with similar challenges. Whether you are someone who is extremely sensitive and feels things very deeply or you are trying to heal the past or you are in the process of self-discovery, my hope is that you'll experience some "aha" moments and points of connection through this book that can assist you on your own journey, and maybe even inspire you to find your way to a deeper understanding and appreciation of all you have to offer too.
Receiving this heart-felt confirmation from this beautiful soul lit me up. She confirmed for me why it felt so important to write the book and share the journey that Lucky and I went on. Here is what she wrote:
Zhanna Kozar