Inspired by Earth Newsletter, Issue #46! June 2020

counting blessings...
A lot has transpired in the past month or so. First of all, a HUGE thank you to those of you who have let me know you purchased my book. I appreciate it so much. Some of you are sending me texts as you move through the chapters while others have sent me pictures of themselves holding the book. It truly is surreal. If you ordered one through me, my shipment is expected June 6 and I will reach out to you ASAP.  I would love for any and all of you to send me a testimonial about the book to put on my website if you feel so inclined and/or write a review on Amazon. The book can be ordered through Amazon and it is called The Horizon is Here. It is currently available as a paperback or e-book but I have had a few requests for an audio version so will be looking into that.

I am saddened by the state this country is in and the lack of respect towards all human beings. I can only encourage you to watch my yoga class video on YouTube called Metta/The Loving Kindness Meditation. If the least we can do is send good intentions out into the world then this should be a fabulous start to raising a positive vibration in the world. As a collective, I would love to do more so send me any ideas you have.

As the Loving Kindness Mediation says,
May you all be happy, May you all be peaceful, May you all be healthy, May you all feel loved.

From my heart chakra straight to yours:)
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The Horizon is Here pushes aside coincidence to show everything happens for a reason. As you learn to explore your day rather than simply relay experiences, you will learn that you have all the answers you need. This book is to point you in the direction of deciphering your own life lessons. We have all exclaimed, “You will never believe what happened to me today!” We reiterate the detail, get to the end…and stop. But, the story's end is not the end, and we rarely take it further to consider the Universe's intentions. Why did this happen to me today? What is the lesson? What is the reminder I needed to hear? The lessons in this book are for everyone. They are reminders to stay present and to see choices and challenges instead of obstacles. My heart's intention is to offer perspective through stories that show how to stand back from one's life in order to see the biggest picture. My every day stories are meant as a reminder that our lessons are here in the present, not way off in the horizon.

https://www.amazon.com/Horizon-Here-Finding-Lessons-Everyday/dp/B088BHTTYR/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+horizon+is+here&qid=1590969011&sr=8-1
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Yoga Class Schedule
ALL classes will remain ONLINE through the month of June on Zoom at the original days/times. The Zoom code to access any of my classes is https://zoom.us/j/8033508899 .

*SUNDAY'S: 10-11:15am, Gentle/Restorative 
 
*TUESDAY'S: 10-11:15am, Inspired Vinyasa (All Levels)

*WEDNESDAY'S: 6-7:15pm, Gentle/Restorative
 
The classes are currently free and all are welcome to join.
If you miss a class, I am posting them to my YouTube page, which can be found by searching my name or by following this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9b8ULuY6A2uAuoxC2iaO2Q
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FEATURED HEALING STONE: Smoky Quartz
by Maryann Sanfilipp, Crystal Writer Extraordinaire

As we are heading out of quarantine and very stressful times, we may want to examine the condition of our root chakra which has been under duress for the past several months.  Signs that this chakra is imbalanced include anxiety, restlessness, fear, panic attacks, worry and depression.  Who among us has not felt at least one of these over the past three months!  There is help to be had in the form of Smoky Quartz which is one of the most grounding and clearing stones available and is especially useful when balancing the root chakra.

Smoky Quartz was known as a Stone of Power. To the ancient Druids, it was sacred and signified the potent dark power of Earth gods and goddesses. In other cultures, it guided souls to the afterlife, served in shamanistic rituals and tribal ceremonies, and was utilized in magic and scrying to connect with spirits of the lower worlds. Smoky Quartz’s phenomenal power, then and now, lies in its ability to protect and ground one physically and spiritually to this world, and to absorb and transmute significant amounts of negative energy and release it into the Earth to be neutralized naturally. It provides a vital shield against psychic attack, emotional and environmental stress, and is used extensively in healing and meditation. 
 
Smoky Quartz is one of the most powerful grounding and cleansing stones and can be compared to the smoke of a sage bundle for clearing negative energy.  It enhances practicality and organization.  It lends focus to students and patience to teachers.  It is also said to counter the negative effects of radiation, sunburn and exposure to energies emitted from electronic devices.
 
The root chakra must be cleared and balanced in order for the other chakras to be balanced, allowing energy to flow easily through all. When the root chakra is in balance, the physical body gains strength and stamina, and spiritual energy is rekindled in the form of security and sense of one’s own power. It often leads to independence and spontaneous leadership, some things that we all need at this point.  It is an easy addition to your crystal collection as it is readily available throughout the world.

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