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Difficult Beginnings
Difficult Beginnings arise where there are a profusion of elements struggling to take form…
Transitioning Out of the Piscean Age (Water) Into the Aquarian Age (Air).
Guidance from Kuan Yin and the I Ching
“You can sense the difficulties that lie ahead on your path. If you nevertheless plunge into the forest of obstacles without an experienced guide, you will surely lose your way.” ~ Hexagram #3 DIFFICULT BEGINNINGS, The I Ching Workbook by R.L. Wing
Ever since 2009, Kuan Yin has offered her assistance through the I Ching and specially chosen Transformation Games, Mind Exercises and Self-care Formulas to help us navigate whatever changes were required. As a time-honored and respected guide in the Healing Arts, her aim has always been to help us stay calm and navigate the chaotic transition from the old paradigm into the New Paradigm with clear minds and hearts.
Now, Kuan Yin wants to help us adjust to the changes that have taken place by exploring what we need to be aware of about the reality of living and navigating in the New Paradigm where the Tao (or gate through which all things move) is flowing in varying difficult and chaotic patterns and is likely to continue doing so.
Crossing the Bridge Over Difficult Beginnings.
Radical energy shifts that began during the Solstice season of 2020 have escalated in this most recent Solstice season. A change in the Cosmos has occurred and any remaining energy coming from the old paradigm, i.e. the Messianic or Piscean Age has shut down completely. That means that the prevailing Water style of manifesting that we knew and used in the old paradigm is no longer available to us.
As Kuan Yin has been warning us would happen since 2009 – the old way of manifesting and working with energy is officially done. Of course, water is always an element that’s essential to life, it’s just no longer the governing Elemental style.
I have been turning to her and other angelic guides to help me understand and adjust to the series of radical energy shifts that have been ongoing since the Solstice of 2021. Her advice, as always, is direct and to the point…
“The Tao is now moving in the style of the lighter, quicker element of Air.
Think about the difference between Air and Water. Water is an element that is flowing, yet dense, moving down in the path of least resistance. Water is the Archetypal Element that governs intuitive, emotional activity. When too much Water gathers in excess and doesn’t move, it stagnates. When it’s gotten out of balance, humans tend to internalize overwhelming emotions and experience dramatic upheavals.
In the old paradigm, emotions lead and thoughts followed.
Difficult Beginnings Under the Influence of Air.
Air also moves, but in a much lighter and quicker way. This element governs mental activity; thoughts – words – decisions and understanding. Air can change its velocity and direction in the flash of an instant, which explains the uptick in explosive weather patterns, wildfires, war activity, misinformation, lies and social volatility.
In general, that means everything is moving much faster, lighter, quicker and more direct than you are used to. Think about the difference between swimming and flying. You can still get from Point A to Point B, however, the effort it’s going to take will be a very different experience.
Communications Also Need to Adapt.
Likewise with communications. Think about the difference between how sound travels under water and how it travels through the air.
Underwater, sounds are slow moving and muffled. They’re far more easily misconstrued, diverted, ambiguous, distorted and wishy-washy. If the water is heavy, it gets STAGNANT, apathetic and toxic.
This “stuck” condition relates to current social tendencies such as apathy, resistance, self-pity and laziness. You would be wise to release your agreements to utilize this very stagnant energy flow.
Instead, make a conscious choice to activate a new relationship with the Element of Water – fresh and purified to offset the imbalances and SHOCKING effects of past indifference and abuse.
Consciously go beyond thoughts and prayers and make an actual adjustment in how you relate to and utilize this precious resource.
Learning to Manifest Effectively In the New Influence of Air.
In addition, Air governs the Central Meridian, which fuels the brain and the Soul. This enhances rational thought, putting concepts into words, discernment, understanding and decision-making.
In the New Paradigm, thoughts lead and emotions follow.
Examples of successful manifesting includes these components:
- Clear messaging (communication).
- Clear intention (single-minded, simple, straightforward).
- Motivation to cooperate.
Ask yourself how well you are using the mental aspect of Air with these questions:
“Are my thoughts positive?”
“Is my intention clear?”
“Are my motivations life affirming?”
As you consider those questions, make a new agreement with yourself to REFORM how you are interacting with the Elements that have shifted in the flow of energy. Release how you interacted with the Water dominated energy of Pisces and make new agreements to mindfully generate life with the Air energy of Aquarius.
“I REFORM how I utilize the Elements of Water and Air to create life in the New Paradigm.”
“I slow down, simplify and use less force to accomplish my aims.”
The out-dated communication system of the Patriarchy is attempting to maintain the position that only certain people should have power, be heard and respected.
Release your agreements with that system so that you can assume a new position in the New Paradigm, built on a foundation of accessibility, equality, balanced prosperity and willingness to co-operate for the Common Good.
Another agreement to change would be to come from a place of gratitude and joy, rather than from a grumpy, greedy or vengeful place.
“I release agreements to source from greed, dissatisfaction or revenge.”
“I now Source from Gratitude and Joy.”
The adjustments you need to take won’t just happen on their own. In this new environment, having integrity in thought, word and deed is the best way to manifest genuine happiness. Be proactive and intentional with what you want to set up for yourselves.”
Meditate for a few minutes on the new flow of chi’ that’s available through the Element of Air.
Allow it to permeate your mind and body so that you can create, heal and process with greater ease and efficacy.
Creating in the New Paradigm: A Shift in How To Use Our Power and Intentions ~.
Kuan Yin advises us to study the template below for the New Paradigm:
The New Paradigm is an imprint for “Common Ground for the Common Good” based on peaceful co-operation with Nature, equality and balanced prosperity. This template encourages us to join together with the Planet, rather than trying to dominate or work against her.
Then, consider the text for Hexagram #57 PENETRATING INFLUENCE (the Gentle) to learn more about how to navigate most effectively under these new conditions:
“Chinese art often depicts the effects of the invisible wind as it influences the landscape. Mountains are shown eroded and sculpted into fascinating forms, trees bend and twist into exotic shapes, clouds roll dramatically across the sky, bringing life-giving rain. In contemplating the wind, the…mind is inspired by the profound effect of a PENETRATING INFLUENCE and how this effect might manifest itself in human affairs.
You are faced with a situation that can be influenced only by gradual efforts in a consistent direction. Gentleness is the key here. Violence and radical movement would only alarm and repel. To influence effectively, you must maintain clearly defined goals over a long period of time. Your efforts should be as inconspicuous as possible. Try to imagine and emulate the gentle, unceasing wind… The time requires patience, a long-term commitment, and a vision of what you ultimately wish to accomplish…
This type of PENETRATING INFLUENCE is not rousing and takes much time, but it makes a lasting and profound impression.” ~ Hexagram #57, The I Ching Workbook by R. L. Wing
In this new energy, cultivate the power of observation to help you adjust quickly to sudden shifts of energy, missteps, misunderstandings or over reaching. Forcing things and sudden moves creates chaotic energy flow and erratic imbalances, which should be avoided whenever possible.
Part of what that means is we need to:
- Slow down and take things one at a time
- Have clear, unified intentions
- Examine intentions for hidden contradictions and harmful assumptions
- Pay attention to the results we’re getting for our efforts
- Be flexible in case what we’re doing isn’t working
- Patiently and gently let go of inner conflicts or resistance to what’s genuinely beneficial.
Emulate the gentle and patient Tree Sloth. Slow down and follow your Soul’s intention:
“It’s time to slow down and focus your energies on what you want to accomplish. Turn your attention 100% toward a clear intention. This is not the time for multi-tasking. If you have too many things going on, you won’t be able to keep track of what’s really important, and something really important is happening in this situation. Save yourself future regrets and resentments by paying attention now.” ~ #23 Tree Sloth from Gifts from the Rainforest
She also advises us to look at Hexagram #34 GREAT POWER:
“Keep in mind that power is a means and not an end in itself. In applying the available forces to the situation at hand, be certain that your timing is exact and that your actions are correct — that is, in the best interest of all concerned. The Chinese point out that actions that combine both correctness and GREAT POWER represent the true character and tendencies in heaven and on earth. The responsibility of correctness in times of GREAT POWER is unparalleled in importance, for actions that are inappropriate or incorrect will pull you and others into chaos.
Although blessed with GREAT POWER, you would be wise to pause and be certain that your proposed objectives are honorable… Unorthodox actions can lead to downfall during powerful times. Be patient, too, and wait for the opportune moment before executing your plan…”
Be instructed by the Praying Mantis. Still your mind and center yourself. Observe what’s really happening before taking action:
Good questions to ask are:
What are you paying attention to?
Is this a productive use of your time and attention?
What would your spirit guide you to focus on instead?
There are unique challenges for those who identify as healers.
Realize that current underlying assumptions about healing and how it works continue to go through radical upheaval, whether we know it or not. The age of healing through sacrifice and co-dependence is over. Your special gifts and healing powers will need to make adjustments to work well with the new Air/Aquarian energy.
“Know what you want, know what makes you feel good about your Self, know what brings you into harmony with others. These are your guidelines and principles. Other factors that assume control of your behavior or your health or that create inner discord are the obstacles that must be overcome. Be firm, unemotional, gentle, and clear in annihilating them and thereby reforming your Self and your environment.” ~The I Ching Workbook, R.L Wing
Accepting the Challenge.
As you learn to navigate this new energy, you will need to adapt your mindset and decision making skills to the different influences of Air and Water. Use these Archetypal Charts to help you assess how you’re doing:
Kuan Yin leaves us with these words to the wise about how to handle difficult beginnings:
“You can sense the difficulties that lie ahead on your path. If you nevertheless plunge into the forest of obstacles without an experienced guide, you will surely lose your way.” ~ Hexagram #3 DIFFICULT BEGINNINGS, The I Ching Workbook by R.L. Wing
Additional Support:
If you’re not well or collapsing under the strain of modern life, you may be overwhelmed by the massive amount of environmental changes, illness, violence and loss that’s going on in the external world during this transition. We have a selection of SOS self-care formulas and mind exercises that can help.
Disclaimer:
Difficult Beginnings should not be considered as an exclusive method of mental/emotional stress. The appropriate medical or psychotherapeutic authorities should be consulted for the diagnosis and treatment for any medical or psychological condition. The information and practices described on this website are best considered as educational and complementary to orthodox medical or psychological treatments.
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Herd Mentality and Chakra Healing
Transformation Game: Freedom from Herd Mentality
Emotional Entanglements are the Basis of Collective Attitudes or Herd Mentality
Group think or herd mentality is basically a situation where a lot of people are attached to each other through conflict-based emotions, beliefs, agendas and attitudes that cause suffering. There’s a lot of that going around – everywhere! But what if you don’t want to share in that way anymore? What if you prefer to connect with others through Love, Acceptance or Compassion?
Let’s work with this through your own example. Your awareness can be used to enhance your mind/body healing.
Notice the negative herd mentality that has your attention now.
Tap into your heart and bring to mind a significant issue that’s emotionally painful. It could be about you or someone else. Notice how that situation tugs at your heart.
Herd Mentality is a group frequency.
In this moment, there’s probably some form of group communication that’s contributing to the irritation, conflict or even sadness within you. It could be an attitude, an agenda or a distressing belief.
Think of this herd mentality like a radio channel that you’re subconsciously tuning into. There could be one or there could be many.
For the moment, don’t try to fight it or get away from it.
Don’t beat yourself up about it. Just gently observe the quality of it.
The first step towards Peace is acceptance of what is.
The Third Eye can easily tap into herd mentalities.
Is your Third Eye tapping into the disturbing frequencies you’re feeling or something else?
Can you tell what’s stressing you out about this situation?
It can help to “name” the entanglement or herd mentality.
Slow down and see the situation more clearly. Use this Circle to help you slow everything down, just like the slo-mo camera effect in a televised sports event.
What name would you give this mentality?
What do you make up that it wants? What emotion is fueling this mentality?
What does it bring up in you? What do you make of the situation?
Are there any agreements or obligations that chain you to this mentality?
If so, imagine that you can gently unlock them, starting at the bottom of your spine and moving all the way up to the back of your head.
In most situations, the best thing you can do is to gently detach your energy from the herd mentality.
In the old paradigm, many healing modalities “cut the cords.” However, in the New Paradigm, this is another expression of forcing or “making it happen.” A sharp, cutting action like that doesn’t resolve the underlying suffering. It merely offers relief by cutting off the pain or conflict temporarily, only for it to return again another day.
I like to use a softer approach, taught to me by through Reiki guidance. Use this Soul Star Detachment Chart to relax and mend any wounds within yourself and your own energy field that are associated with this entanglement. Like a healing balm, imagine that a loving coat of peace and comfort is pouring down over you – especially your heart center.
“I neutralize and detach from any entanglements that are harmful to me.”
Attachments and conflicts are melting away. The poison is being drawn out and released to the Light.
Relax. Breathe. Take your time and move around if you need to.
Next, clear up the intention behind the mental and/or spiritual entanglement.
You will want to address any confusion the herd mentality is causing you. Imagine you can softly gaze into the center of this Circle, Mapacho Medicine, and see ancient intentions like eggs or seeds.
Not only do you see your own intentions and prayers, but also the intentions held by the group entanglement. You can even sense the cultural, ancestral goals that are perpetuating the confusion and devision in your heart.
Visualize them like ingredients in a soup that’s interfering with your life. Scoop out any life destructive intentions and send them to the Light. You don’t have to let them run you anymore!
“I remove or reform any out of date intentions that are harmful to me.”
“I release harmful intentions from others.”
“I intend that all destructive energies and intentions be sent to the Light and purified.”
Become aware of harmful projections and deal with them.
There may be multiple projections or delusions coming from multiple groups. One way to deal with them is by using this Circle to visualize them all “popping” like bubbles until you’ve cleared your mind scape of them.
Now you can close down the energy channels that the herd mentality has been using to get to you.
Use these positive affirmations to help you:
“Harmful energy channels from the past are closing down. I have protection.”
Once they feel closed, imagine you can connect into the center of this symbol to improve your communication with life, Love and happiness!
“I access life affirming energy and connect with truthful channels of communication.”
Put your new awareness together to make the proper connections with this Circle.
Starlight intuitively fills our hearts with hope and inspiration. We are not alone and miracles are possible.
“I create a new, life affirming intention from my Soul and follow that instead. My new intention is to _______________”
Now, dissolve the underlying destructive blueprints of conflict and herd mentality.
These conflicts could be ancestral, societal, racial or sexual biases. They could involve grudges, curses, vows for revenge, etc. After all, resentment and confusion can be internalized and externalized in a thousand ways!
You can dissolve them all now and send any heaviness to the Light.*
*It’s time to stop sending negative energy and emotions to other people or down into the ground. Mother Earth doesn’t want to hold those seeds anymore either! She’s busy making the changes she needs for the next stages of life on this planet.
When we send destructive energy up to the Light, it can be transformed and set right.
In addition, your mind can be more at peace, knowing that you’re no longer projecting harmful energy onto others – which matters! Like a dark cloud, your ability to forgive is lifting the heaviness up and off of you.
To completely release entanglements, collapse the underground tunnels they move through.
We can communicate in other, more helpful ways. Use the symbol below to collapse any energy drains or sewage lines that lead to or from the groupthink conflicts, grudges and curses. You don’t need or want them anymore.
Close the door on suffering and harmful entanglements.
Imagine that your spirit can turn you towards the direction of your highest good and close the door completely on all that group think and herd mentality.
“All harmful pathways are sealed and healed.”
I follow the direction of my Soul’s protection.”
Once you’re clear that you’re heading in the right direction, you have successfully disengaged from the herd mentality.
To follow up, deconstruct harmful habits and close those energy drains.
Make sure you don’t get sucked back into a toxic habit or pattern from the past! Close down any energy drains that may have come open during this process.
“I deconstruct old habits and shut down any drains to my energy.”
“I fill in the leftover void with healthy, life affirming energy.”
Once you have finished that, tune back into your Heart Center.
This Reiki Chakra Key helps you to reconnect so you can access Compassion for yourself and others. Relax and breathe deeply again. With this new awareness, you can connect with your Soul and communicate with the best of who you are.
Imagine new connections gently taking form. Remember not to force it! A true heart connection happens from the inside. No one else can do this for you.
Radiate your heart energy.
Eventually, if you’re patient and open, you can feel a light begin to radiate out, extending a sense of gratitude coming through from your deepest, wisest Self.
“My Heart is at peace and the interference is released.”
Congratulations! Now that you’ve taken the time to stop, listen and connect with your heart, you can feel the truth:
Forcing things doesn’t work in the long run. “Making it happen” through herd mentality or trying to avoid the truth causes more pain and pulls the joy and respect out of our relationships, especially the ones we have with ourselves. The need to make things be the way we want them to be is actually the source of our suffering and attachments. These attachments hold us back, boomerang around and give us a big kick in the behind!
Our problems cannot be solved from the same mental position they were created from. A transformation of consciousness is required to get from where we are to where we want to be. Obviously, no one can do that for us. We can get good help, but ultimately, we have to make the shift ourselves.
This is an excellent time to get up and go for a walk, preferably out in nature if you can.
This Mind Exercise is Part of Spirit Animal Tracks for Self-healing
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If you would like to release entanglements with herd mentality on a deeper level, contact Rheanni at Soul Resources LLC. We are about Healthy Balance, Presence & Connection with your True Self.
Rheanni Lightwater CHT, CKT lives and practices in Santa Fe, New Mexico and has 25+ years experience in the art and science of mind body healing. Contact her for a private session if you still feel like you need support.
Ms. Lightwater’s mission is to assist people in creating healthy balance and harmony in their lives through Reiki, Energy Medicine, Hypnotherapy, Feng Shui and Shamanic forms of clearing. Sessions are available online or when you visit Santa Fe. Contact her at 505-271-4612 MST or email: [email protected].
Disclaimer: This Transformation Game is not intended take the place of appropriate medical and/or psychiatric care. Soul Resources LLC and Rheanni Lightwater are not licensed to practice medicine. If you are having prolonged or increasing bouts of anxiety, depression or suicidal thoughts, seek immediate medical help. The appropriate medical or psychotherapeutic authorities should be consulted for the diagnosis and treatment of any medical or psychological condition. The information and practices described on this website are best considered educational and complementary to orthodox medical or psychological treatments.
Balance Conflicting Energies
Intuitive Reading from the I Ching or Book of Change: Balance Conflicting Energies.
In this intuitive reading, Soul Resources offers a variety of SOS formulas and Transformation Games using the Intuitive Learning Circles and the I Ching to help us balance conflicting energies in the New Paradigm.
The I Ching
The original intent of the I Ching was based on an Eastern philosophy of observation and marking changes in natural and human events. Through many centuries and contributions from shamans and master teachers, including Lau Tzu and Confucius, the Book of Change was developed into a full philosophy for applying beneficial human conduct to varying circumstances. The Art of Feng Shui is part of that philosophy.The I Ching
Balance Conflicting Energies.
The I Ching energy has been traveling in a multiple highway pattern for some time, only now the different flows include Hexagram #6 CONFLICT, #47 ADVERSITY and #40 LIBERATION.
As always, when faced with conflicting I Ching flows, it’s best to follow #15 MODERATION to keep yourself in balance and your energy high.
Here are excerpts from the different texts that may be relevant to our experience over the next month or so:
Moderation
“Your inner development now requires a modest and sincere attitude. Do not indulge in extremes of any sort, and instead strive for MODERATION in all that you do… In this way you use the balancing tendency of the current forces to center yourself. This inner equilibrium aligns you with the tao, thus bringing you into harmony with forces that can work for you…”MODERATION, The I Ching Workbook, R.L. Wing, Random House, NYC, NY, 1979
Conflict
“You might see where you could improve your position by engaging in CONFLICT with a weaker element. The fact is, though, that you cannot gain inner satisfaction from such strategies. Returning to a sense of dignity and inner worth coupled with an acceptance of your fate will bring you peace of mind and good fortune.” ~ FOURTH LINE, Hexagram #6 CONFLICT, The I Ching Workbook, R.L. Wing
Transformation Game: Unearthing Emotional Conflict
ADversity
“This time of difficulty is a natural turn of events. It will present real problems, but they can be endured with the proper attitude. They may even lead exceptional persons into success. When faced with ADVERSITY, remain emotionally stable and optimistic. Hold your fears in check. If you indulge in insecurities, you will succumb to the overwhelming urge of the times and lose yourself in losing. The current ADVERSITY has been brought about by fate. The Chinese offer a single formula for overcoming such events: ‘The superior man stakes his life on following his will.’ Here ADVERSITY leads to inner strengthening, bringing success… Do not let backward trends or oppression jar your confidence and optimism. Continue in your pursuits.” ~ #47 ADVERSITY, The I Ching Workbook by R. L. Wing
Transformation Game: Karmic Entanglements with Adversity
Liberation
“The situation may be in the hands of inferior individuals who use unworthy methods to influence those in authority. You must now be particularly straightforward and virtuous while discrediting their efforts. Good fortune.” ~ SECOND LINE #40 LIBERATION
Transformation Game: Simplify Your Life
To clarify, each of the Hexagrams has a distinct flow that you can come into sync with and use to your benefit.
To clarify, each of the Hexagrams has a distinct flow that you can come into sync with and use to your benefit. When you don’t see any benefit in following a particular highway, the flow for MODERATIONis always available, it just takes effort and experience to stay in balance with it.
The Chinese Zodiac
The Year of the Yin Wood Snake began on January 29th, 2025.
Year of the Snake: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025, 2037…
Complimentary Signs: Ox and Rooster. Secret Friend: Monkey.
Against Boar/Pig.
Positive Qualities: Sociable. Graceful. Wise. Perceptive. Determined.
Challenging Qualities: Jealous. Unapproachable. Suspicious. Sly. Inconsistent.
The Snake’s Feng Shui Mandala below can give you a sense of what the archetype of the Snake is about and how it may influence you. If you’re interested, gently contemplate it and relax. Let yourself move with the energy of it. When you’re ready, ask yourself these questions and journal the answers that come:
“What is the most important thing I can focus my energy and effort on as I continue my journey through the Year of the Snake?”
“What is the direction? Why is that important?
How can I utilize the energy of the Snake to my best advantage?
Is there something I need to avoid? Some habit or belief I need to shed?
If so, what are they and what will help me shed them safely?”
Allow your intuition to come forward and bring guidance from your innermost Self.
Snake is a serious advocate for the truth, being cautious and dealing with things as they really are, which makes it a good year to shed harmful habits and extreme ideas.
Without a doubt, we’re going to need plenty of self-discipline and Setting Clear Boundaries to keep our minds quiet.
Keep an eye out by Developing Precognition to stay out of danger as much as possible.
Feng Shui Advice from Kuan Yin
In the transition from Spring to Summer, your environment is very important to growth and prosperity. How you nurture yourself and your projects becomes one of the most important things to consider. To help you deal with the real challenges ahead, read about Feng Shui Remedies for STAGNATION. If you keep Snake’s guidance in mind, you’ll find interesting answers about how to shed old, stagnant energies that are impeding your growth, happiness and prosperity.
Numerology and the Tarot
The Tarot Major Arcana Card for 2025 is #IX The Hermit (2+ 0 + 2 + 5 = 9)
The Hermit represents the ONE IDENTITY, or IAM. Whether it be the consciousness of a man or a woman, the Soul who has attained enlightenment stands upon the mountain peaks as a light bearer for those below on the path. He is solitary, alone. This symbolism contradicts the fact that in reality, the central Self of every one of us, which seems to us to be separate from every other Self, is that same ONE IDENTITY.
The number 9 is about completion – the completion of a cycle. The neutral color of his robes suggests the ability to neutralize the opposites of black and white. Therefore, the Hermit is a guide for when one needs inner clarity and to shine light on the furthering of one’s Soul or Soul’s purpose. However, following just any light in the darkness can be hazardous. False lights and bedazzlements obstruct inner development and enlightenment.
When our actions are illuminated by the Soul, rather than the status quo, important information about timing, reversals or polarity are available and will serve us going forward.
Good questions to ask the Hermit card during this period of time are:
Do I know where I’m going and whether or not it’s a good idea?
Am I going off in the wrong or too many directions?
Am I sensing and deciphering the meaning of this situation correctly?
Am I heading for danger?
If there’s a problem, what is needed to regain healthy control of this situation?
If you’re feeling as though you’ve gotten off track, following advice from The Hermit could help you shed the appropriate light on the situation.
Recommended SOS Formulas for Those Experiencing Extreme Stress
SOS Self-care Formulas and Mind Exercises can help you balance conflicting energies and get centered:
1. SOS for Collapse. Many of us have suppressed feelings over the troubling conflicts that are plaguing our daily lives and society at large. If you’ve been feeling shut down or need help getting out of a stuck place, go through this step by step self-care formula to get out of the hole you’re in.
2. Clear Perception. You may be feeling lost and confused about what’s happening in the world around you. If you want to navigate your journey with clarity, you need to know when you’re heading in the wrong direction and what to do about it.
3. Come from a Grounded Place. Connecting with the beneficial energies of the New Paradigm will help you organize effectively and come from a grounded place.
4. Clearing An Overwhelmed Mind. If you’re feeling exhausted, out of balance, confused or taking on too many responsibilities, this self-care formula provides quick assistance.
Soul Oriented Solutions offers assistance through Self-care Formulas and Mind Exercises that have been designed to help those who are exhausted, still in shock, overwhelmed or emotionally drained due to shock, extreme weather events and socio-political change.
If you’ve been struggling with overwhelm and symptoms of ptsd, join us! Sign up for our self-help series – SOS – Navigating Loss and Compassion Fatigue.
Please share if you know someone you think could benefit.
Thank you for joining with us for Balance Conflicting Energies and creating a New Paradigm based on common ground for the common good!
About the Author
Rheanni Lightwater CHT, CKT lives and practices in Santa Fe, New Mexico and has 26+ years experience in the art and science of Feng Shui and mind body healing. Contact her for a private session if you still feel like you need support.
Ms. Lightwater’s mission is to assist people in creating healthy balance and harmony in their lives through Reiki, Energy Medicine, Hypnotherapy, Feng Shui and Shamanic forms of clearing. Sessions are available online or when you visit Santa Fe. Contact her at 505-271-4612 MST or email: [email protected].
Disclaimer:
Balance Conflicting Energies should not be considered as an exclusive method of managing stress. The appropriate medical or psychotherapeutic authorities should be consulted for the diagnosis and treatment if there is any medical or psychological condition. The information and practices described on this website are best considered educational and complementary to orthodox medical or psychological treatments.
Protected: Intentions and Feng Shui
The Path Forward
Finding the Path Forward Through the Tao
Kuan Yin has been helping us to transition through a variety of readings, games and Power Circles since 2009. Her advice about finding a path forward springs from the I Ching, an ancient shamanic book of divination that follows the flow of the cosmos.
The Great Conjunction on the Winter Solstice of 2020 marked the official start of what some call the Aquarian Age. Kuan Yin simply refers to it as a New Paradigm based on the Common Good. Ever since then, her main guidance to carry with us comes from the I Ching Hexagram #21 REFORM:
“Know what you want, know what makes you feel good about your Self, know what brings you into harmony with others. These are your guidelines and principles. Other factors that assume control of your behavior or your health or that create inner discord are the obstacles that must be overcome. Be firm, unemotional, gentle, and clear in annihilating them and thereby reforming your Self and your environment.” ~The I Ching Workbook, R.L Wing
In this particular Transformation Game, Kuan Yin wants to help us connect with the Tao so we can effectively activate of the Four Elements traditionally accessed for manifestation (Fire, Air, Earth, Water). Along the way, you’ll go through a intimate inquiry with your Soul about how you can properly and safely use them with your true nature to find a joyful path moving forward.
You will:
- Get in touch with changes in the cosmic flow
- Put your Soul in charge
- Let go of harmful, outdated agreements and agendas
- Activate the Violet Flame to help you clear toxic energy more easily
- Access the karma you need to create common ground for the common good
- Clear projections and epigenetic imbalances
- Establish a joyful path forward and
- Choose Spirit Animal Tracks and guidance for your journey.
Phase One: Connect with Your Soul to Find a Safe Path Forward ~
We are all being challenged to REFORM certain aspects of our lives and create a new path forward. What do we need to do to intentionally manifest in the New Paradigm that we’re now living in? How can we create common ground based on equality, co-operation with Nature and balanced prosperity?
We know that the status quo is seriously deteriorating and we cannot depend on social norms to keep us safe. The collective unconscious is in a state of confusion about what to do and how to do it.
Access Soul Guidance ~
Begin by gently meditating on Kuan Yin’s Mandala to gather up information from your Soul and the Divine about what is needed.
What corrections or changes need to take place?
What steps would I need to take?
When and in what order should those steps be taken?
Keep something to journal with for important insights you may get.
Be sure to meditate with each symbol both crossed and uncrossed over the midline of your body for improved mind body integration.
Establish a Sincere and Direct Intention ~
Next, give yourself permission to ask for and receive help from Divine Beings that are here to help us in the Aquarian Age. Many forms of Divinity and angelic guidance from the Piscean Age are no longer available to help us.
Make a sincere request and place it in the center open space of the Circle. Consciously breathe while you send your personal energy or mana to it.
“I request help from Divine Grace and Reiki about __________.”
“I request assistance in creating the _________, ________ & ________ needed to accomplish this intention.”
If you are a Reiki practitioner, this is a good time to beam Reiki directly towards your intention. Continue until you feel a gentle and reciprocal energy returning to you.
Invoke Divine Protection ~
The next step is to make sure that you’re using the generative life force of the New Paradigm to facilitate the process:
“I am flexible and open to receive generative life force.”
“I use Divine Protection to facilitate a clear path forward.”
Once you’ve got that, you’re ready to access new channels of communication. Visualize all the communications lines coming together into the center spoke of the circle.
Feel free to refer to this symbol whenever you get stuck or feel the need to breathe.
Release Agreements that Put You in Danger ~
Use Raccoon Medicine to inquire about unconscious agreements that could be keeping you stuck in the old paradigm or the status quo.
“What family or societal agreements might I unconsciously be a part of that are harmful to me?”
“What agreements need to change so I can really move forward freely?”
“I let go of agreements about _____________.”
“I release agreements to buy into or perpetuate a false sense of safety.”
Activate the Healing Energy of the Violet Flame in Your Third Eye ~
It will help a lot to use a beautiful violet flame to clear away toxic energies, contracts and obligations.
Open and Connect your 5th Chakra or Third Eye ~
The Violet Flame is activated through a Divine connection in your Third Eye Chaka:
Get help clearing the way from the Third Eye Soul Star Chakra Key ~
Go back and forth between here and Divine Protection to help you integrate the change. Take all the time that you need and repeat as often as you like.
Safely Release Hidden Agreements with Old Ways of Handling Life Force ~
Change your agreements to help facilitate the changes needed:
“I renegotiate how I utilize the behavior of the Elements of Water and Air in accordance with the highest good.”
“I am flexible and adapt to the predominating flow of energy.”
“I understand that the movement of Air is lighter and quicker.
I can move toxic energy up and release it to the Light much easier.”
Continue using the violet flame to safely facilitate change throughout the rest of this exercise.
Phase Two: Inquiry and Activation of the Four Elements.
1 – Earth. Gaze softly at the Soul Prayer Chart for Earth in the picture below for a few moments and relax while you contemplate the question posed. Let the energy of each Circle calm down before you move on to the next step.
“I call on the Element of Earth.”
“What would I like to bring into being?”
You can call more than one thing into being – just be sure that they’re related to one another and aligned (we don’t want to bring contradictory situations into being).
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“What seeds would I need to plant for this to happen?”
“What conditions would be needed for them to thrive?”
“I would need ___________, __________ and ________________.”
Make notes to help you keep track of the things you’re going to need.
2 – Water. Do the same thing with this Soul Prayer Chart for Water while you gather up information about what kind of emotional support you need or need to work through.
“How do I feel about creating this new beginning?”
“Am I being led by emotions?”
“What decisions have I made about this situation?”
“What have I decided about myself?”
“Are there any new decisions I would prefer or add?”
“I call on the Element of Water.”
“I am in charge of how I feel in this situation.”
Visualize how you would like to handle any emotions you might encounter.
“How am I perceiving this? Am I accessing turmoil or balance?”
If you’re accessing turmoil, consciously adjust the volume and regain balance.
“I perceive my situation clearly.”
3 – Air. Repeat the process with the Element of Air – which is also the Element of Soul. Use this symbol to access your Soul’s energy signature and clear it of any interference.
“My Soul is in charge of this new beginning.”
“Is there any interference I need to be aware of?”
“Is there anyone else trying to be in charge?”
“I call on the Element of Air.”
“What sort of adjustments might I expect? What will be needed?“
Visualize how you would like to use your thoughts, words and decisions.
4 – Fire. Use this Element to help you form a clear intention. Bring yourself into alignment with your Soul’s destiny and direction. Then ask yourself:
“What do I want to experience?”
“How do I want to be guided?”
“Are those creative or destructive uses of Fire?”
“I call on the Element of Fire.”
“What is the truth about what my Soul wants to experience?”
5 – Natural Instincts. Use the Animal Spirit of Dragonfly to help you pull together your natural instincts and self-healing abilities. Gather them up, both crossed and uncrossed and give them time to percolate into a dream that has real meaning and purpose for you.
“I gather up my natural instincts and use them to help me create my true path forward.”
“I call upon my Essential Nature and Power Animal.”
If there’s something you’ve been wanting, now is a good time to ask if all parts of your Essential Self are on board with creating the path forward that you’re envisioning.
How about your Power Animal and other nature spirits?
If there’s a problem, can you tell what it might be?
If there’s a problem, can you tell what it might be?
6 – Clear Projections. Take a few minutes to check to see if a projection from the status quo or elsewhere is interfering with your clear vision or intention. Also, make sure that you’re not operating out of a projection of your own making!
Once you’ve cleared them all out, go back to 4 – and ask the questions there again.
7 – Beneficial Energies. It’s important to understand that there are many kinds of energies flowing through the Tao. Some are “auspicious” or beneficial and some are not. You would be wise to tap into the most beneficial energies that you can!
“I decide to tap into the beneficial energies of the Tao to manifest protection and my Soul’s intention.”
Scroll down to Divine Protection to help you close down harmful energy channels.
8 – Divine Protection. Reinforce your relationship with the new, life affirming energy that’s coming from the Cosmos to help us manifest effectively.
“I have Divine Protection.”
“I adapt to the positive flow of chi’ available in the New Paradigm to the best of my ability.”
“All harmful energy channels from the status quo are closed down.”
“I connect with the new, life affirming channels of communication.”
9 – Balanced Prosperity.
In this New Paradigm based on Common Ground, a major objective is to experience Prosperity in balance with Nature.
“I call on the Divine to help me direct my energy to nurture and sustain what’s genuinely important and matters in my life.”
10 – Epigenetic Clearing. Relax with this DNA symbol from Divine Nature Activated and make certain that you’ve cleared family stress and epigenetic tags that block your ability to flow with the Circle of Life.
Being relaxed is really important for DNA symbols to do their best work.
11 – Additional Epigenetic Clearing.
“The Path Forward into the New Paradigm is clear.”
If it doesn’t feel clear, what number(s) between 1 – 73 might help?
Choose corrections from Divine Nature Activated #1 – 73.
Congratulations! It’s time to get up and take a break before the final phase.
Phase Three: Call For Guidance.
Kuan Yin always says that “It’s much easier to do the right thing when you are in good company. Following good examples will lead you to success.”
In this final phase, we’re going to call upon Plant and Animal Spirits from Gifts from the Rainforest to be guides for us as we create a path forward into the New Paradigm.
Together, this is how we can make the best progress on our journey…
9 – Old Sol. Once you feel clear, ask Old Sol whose guidance you could use right now – Snake, Jaguar, Condor, Llama or Plant Spirits?
“Considering what I would like to bring into being and what I’m going through personally, is there a Plant or Spirit Animal that would be most helpful to me as a guide?”
Remember to breathe and relax while you contemplate the question.
Which one has the strongest attraction for you?
Snake, Jaguar, Condor, Llama or Plant Spirits?
Wait until you feel a clear choice coming from your heart / solar plexus area. Being centered and trusting your gut is a key element to getting good guidance from your Soul!
Once you have your answer, scroll down to that Plant or Animal’s link and check out the Games, Formulas and Exercises that they recommend and are willing to work with you on.
1. Transmuting with the Snake
“You have activated your spiritual will and are ready to be done with disloyalty toward’s your Soul’s purpose, like co-dependence and petty dramas. Come back into your power. … Like the snake, you have transcended the limitations of who you thought you were…
2. Develop Determination with Jaguar
“Your creativity and special talents will benefit from an influx of courage and trust in yourself. It’s time to stand tall and unflinching, regardless of what others are saying…
3. Liberate Yourself with Condor
“You have experienced a serious shock that prevents you from having balance around this situation. Consequently, you are affected in ways that you don’t even know and growth is stunted on account of it…
4. New Decisions with Llama
“Your heart is asking you to be open to the great unknown, yet you’re finding it hard to take a chance and give your all to your hearts desire. Perhaps the shock of past events has deterred you from making a commitment because your ego is afraid that what happened before will happen again…
5. Balancing with Plants Spirits
“You are being encouraged to use natural forms of healing to bring balance back into your situation. Let them teach you about the natural give and take in life and understand how all things are connected…
So, now you’re on your way… Welcome to Plant and Animal Spirit Tracks!
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About the Facilitator
Rheanni Lightwater CHT, CKT specializes in online mind body healing, self-care, personal growth and emotional healing using Reiki Energy Medicine, Hypnotherapy, Feng Shui and the Intuitive Learning Circles.
Schedule with Rheanni via Zoom or in person when you visit Santa Fe, New Mexico. Call/ text (505) 271-4612 or email: [email protected]
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