I believe we are all so close to achieving the balance we want and have a right to. We have to change what is in our minds and how we react. Below are quotes I carry on me, posted on my office walls and those that I keep dear to me. They help me everyday and remind me of what I must do to acquire what I want in life and to set aside ego so that I might move forward on my Journey in life.
"Change the way you look at things and the things you look at will change."
“If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading."
"You get treated in life the way you teach people to treat you."
“Abundance is not something we acquire. It is something we TUNE into.”
"Stop giving energy to things you do NOT believe in."
“Love
is the ability and willingness to allow those that you care for to be
what they choose for themselves without any insistence that they satisfy
you.”
“Everything
you need you already have. You are complete right now, you are a whole,
total person, not an apprentice person on the way to someplace else.”
"Enlightenment is, the Quiet acceptance of WHAT IS."
“You cannot be lonely if you like the person you're alone with.”
“When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It's to enjoy each step along the way.”
My personal Quote:
"One
day I took a leap of faith and on that day I began to see. I now know
that if I believe it, I will begin to see it! Am I perfect, oh my god
no, I am a work in progress and yet along this journey it is not the
destination that I am after it is the excitement of what I'm about to
see next, if only because I choose to believe!" ~ Sarah Bina (AstroSarah)
If you're having a bad day, week or month, try to remember that we are all dealing with ego and what we lack, learning to focus on what we have and believing that what we want is closer than ever can help us to relax and live a more balanced life.
Each time you encounter something that is uncomfortable, step outside of yourself and surrender it. There is no need to make a big production out of it. If you have to have all this stuff going on in your life, let it go, let go of your ego. Without your ego, we are forced to just live our life in now times pushing that which is toxic away from us.
Keep your God Center. Don't feel sorry for yourself, you will get what you need in time, no amount of arguing or complaining will change the time it will take. Be cheerful and appreciative for what you have and who you are and each day will progressively become better :)
Kindest Regards,
Sarah
In my country today we look back upon a tragedy that brought us together in sadness, grief and horror. Growth is painful and in this moment I believe we grew as a people. To see the gifts left behind where the Towers once stood and to see that they were left there by people of other countries lets us know that many of us are United in our want for Peace all across the world.
So many people in other countries experience what we did on 9/11 almost everyday. What a wake up call. My thanks go out today to those people in other countries that watched in horror as we did on that tragic day and sent out love and concern from their hearts.
Those that were hurt on that day, those that lost their lives, they were human beings, not a part of any master plan to gain power and control. They were workers and family members, people trying to live the best life they could. It was a senseless act that took their lives.
On this day I not only look back to the moment that shook my Nation but, I also now choose to look upon those other countries that have also had such tragedies occur in their lives. May your God and my God bless them and keep them close, protect them and keep their families safe. Let peace be our common goal and let us stand together forever as one race, the Human Race.
Peace be with you.
I am hereby officially tendering my resignation as an adult.
I have decided I would like to accept the responsibilities of an 8-year-old again.
I want to go to McDonald's and think that it's a four star restaurant.
I want to sail sticks across a fresh mud puddle and make ripples with rocks.
I want to think M&Ms are better than money because you can eat them.
I want to lie under a big oak tree and run a lemonade stand with my friends on a hot summer day.
I want to return to a time when life was simple.
When
all you knew were colors, multiplication tables, and nursery rhymes,
but that didn't bother you, because you didn't know what you didn't know
and you didn't care.
All you knew was to be happy because you were blissfully unaware of all the things that should make you worried or upset.
I want to think the world is fair. That everyone is honest and good.
I want to believe that anything is possible.
I want to be oblivious to the complexities of life and be overly excited by the little things again.
I want to live simple again.
I
don't want my day to consist of computer crashes, mountains of
paperwork, depressing news, how to survive more days in the month than
there is money in the bank, doctor bills, gossip,illness, and loss of
loved ones.
I want to believe in the power of smiles, hugs, a
kind word, truth, justice, peace, dreams, the imagination, mankind, and
making angels in the snow.
So...here's my checkbook and my car keys, my credit cards and all my responsibility.
I am officially resigning from adulthood. And if you want to discuss this further, you'll have to catch me first, 'cause,
"Tag! You're it."
~ Unknown
:::Sigh::: Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could!!!! LOL I think we should all pick up a wooden spoon and have a Jam session for at least a few minutes!!!!
Kindest Regards,
ASTROSarah 1-800-ASK-KEEN Extension #SARAH (72724)
I have been to a lot of places, but I've never been in Cahoots.
Apparently you can't go alone. You have to be in Cahoots with someone.
I've also never been in Cognito either. I hear no one recognizes you there.
I have however, been in Sane. They don't have an airport so you
have to be driven there.
I have made several trips thanks to others in this life that seem to think
the light of life should be shone on them alone! I would like to go to
Conclusions, but you have to jump and
I'm not much on physical activity :P
Without a thought or a word, she let go.
She let go of the fear.
She let go of the judgments.
She let go of the confluence of opinions swarming around her head.
She let go of the committee of indecision within her.
She let go of all the 'right' reasons.
Wholly and completely, without hesitation or worry, she just let go.
She didn't ask anyone for advice .
She didn't read a book on how to let go.
She didn't search the scriptures.
She just let go.
She let go of all the memories that held her back.
She let go of all the anxiety that kept her from moving forward.
She let go of the planning and all of the calculations about how to do it just right.
She didn't promise to let go.
She didn't journal about it.
She didn't write the projected date in her Day-Timer.
She made no public announcement and put no ad in the paper.
She didn't check the weather report or read her daily horoscope.
She just let go.
She didn't analyze whether she should let go.
She didn't call her friends to discuss the matter.
She didn't do a five-step Spiritual Mind Treatment.
She didn't call the prayer line.
She didn't utter one word.
She just let go.
No one was around when it happened.
There was no applause or congratulations.
No one thanked her or praised her.
No one noticed a thing.
Like a leaf falling from a tree, she just let go.
There was no effort.
There was no struggle.
It wasn't good and it wasn't bad.
It was what it was, and it is just that.
In the space of letting go, she let it all be.
A small smile came over her face.
A light breeze blew through her.
And the sun and the moon shone forevermore.. ♥
~ Reverend Safire Rose
I am forever grateful for the words above, for they have helped countless of my clients and myself in times of great need. God and the universe have
our life's plan in their capable hands and sometimes, we simply have to
just trust and let go.
Kindest Regards,
ASTROSarah 1-800-ASK-KEEN Extension #SARAH (72724)
Our time will be best served this month by paying attention to detail. Emotional responses can be very harsh for some, so try to keep your emotions in check and remind yourself that others are going through what you are too, just maybe not at the same exact time.
Keep track of paperwork, this months energy can cause some of us to misplace important documents/items.
Logic may not always be the best answer or solution to a problem, sometimes it truly is best to "Let it go" for a while in order for the best possible answer to reveal itself.
Set your goals a bit higher this month, your chances of achieving them are much greater now!
Kindest Regards,
ASTROSarah (Sarah Bina)
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Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Choose your words, for
they become actions. Understand your actions, for they become habits.
Study your habits, for they will become your character. Develop your
character, for it becomes your destiny.
ASTROSarah (Sarah Bina) 1-800-ASK-KEEN Extension #SARAH (72724)
"You can suffer the pain of making change so that your life gets better or suffer the pain of remaining the way you are. Personally, I'd prefer to suffer a little while in order to stop suffering, rather than just doing nothing and continuing on in the pain I've felt."
"Put your expectations on God not people. As people we are not perfect and should not be expected to act in a perfect way."
"Don't allow what other people say or think to determine your value. It all starts with you and what you think. If you live your life based on what everyone else thinks, not only will you not be happy but, the people around you won't be any happier either."
"To build Character, we do what we do not want to do because we know we must."
"80% of the problems people have are about how they FEEL, about themselves and their life. Change how you feel about yourself and you'll begin to see your life change with it."
"Life isn't about how you started (your past) it's about how you finish (what you're doing about it now)."
Have a Great weekend everyone!
Kindest Regards and Blessings,
Sarah (AstroSarah)
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There as been a bought of negative energy bustling around as of late. Now although not everyone has been effected by this energy, it is wise to know that there are many that are feeling it's effects and this can create problems with communication as well. It feels like we have another 2 weeks to deal with this energy.
If you find that you are being afflicted by this energy, try to focus on something more positive, your goals or aspirations, do not allow any negative thoughts to flood your mind ie; I see what I want BUT... I know that I want change BUT... these are negative thoughts, they will counter anything positive if you are in the process of maintaining your desires of manifesting a better situation for yourself.
If you are personally feeling overwhelmed at this time, try to not take these feelings out on those around you by being loud or too direct or demanding. This will only cause you more trouble in the next 2 weeks. Take time to relax throughout the day, small cat-naps 5 - 10 minutes long or meditation by sitting and relaxing your arms and legs, focusing on what parts of your body still seem to be slightly in motion while you attempt to sit still and relax, allow your thoughts to run if necessary, just give them no attention, focus on your breathing, taking in air slowly through your nose and then releasing through your mouth. Relax your lips, your forehead and your cheek muscles, take note during this time what parts of your body still feel as though they are moving. Relax and let go, in these moments nothing can conflict with your wants.
There are times in our lives that many of us are just plain ready for change and we cannot see it happening anytime soon in front of us, it's important to always remember that you can change your path, you are never stuck, the answers are sometimes a little hard to see, even if someone has given us the answer, there are times that we just wont be able to see it. Try to take your time, if you find that you have been in a negative siituation for too long, it is always recommended that you consider contacting your primary care physician to obatin a referral for counseling. Remember your mental and emotional health are just as important as your physical wellbeing.
Kindest Regards,
Sarah
Well, it seems that there are many NEW office romances heating up with the economy acting up as it has. Unfortunately, so are the "Tattle Tales" in the workforce. With fear of unemployment and layoff's looming for some in the workforce, the opportunity to get a coworker fired in order to save their position is something that some are looking for. What better way then to tattle on an ongoing or new office romance. Even if the relationship is legit, some people will do anything to secure their positions or even help themselves rise up into a new position just by simply tattling on a coworker.
Complaints about office romances have increased to almost 23%. And what happens to those that do lose their jobs due to an office romance? Retaliation Litigation! Many are choosing to sue their former employers due to discrimination. With that being said, you can see why so many employers are in a panic over this trend in the workforce.
Many companies today are now requesting that those in a workplace relationship sign a contract stating that their relationship will not have any effect on their work performance or work environment. Now that's a little hard to sell if you ask me. How are you supposed to make other's in your environment comfortable with your relationship? If someone is going to be upset about it, there's really nothing you can do unless that person approaches you and allows you to discuss it with them and then again, you may ask yourself, what business is it of your coworkers? Now if your relationship is causing a problem, maybe a coworker is jealous of your relationship, or better yet, they want your position in the company and do not feel that you qualify, all they have to do is complain and if you've signed that contract, well the company now has something they can use against you, IF they want to let you go.
Still there are many companies today that do not have a dating policy and therefore it's not necessary for those in a relationship to announce it and make it official, however, one should still consider the implications of such a relationship on their environment.
So, if you're one that is in an office romance or considering one, I think it's important to know how the world around you is responding, this way you can make a much more informed decision. Should you tell or shouldnt you? The choice really is yours!
ASTROSarah (Sarah Bina) 1-800-ASK-KEEN Extension #SARAH (72724)
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania say that Meditation could contribute to better concentration. Have you felt that your focus and performance has been less than satisfactory? It is believed that small doses of daily meditation may help you to improve in these areas.
Penn neuroscientist Amishi Jha and Michael Baime, director of Penn's Stress Management Program, claim that "Meditation is an active and effortful process that literally changes the way the brain works." The study that they conducted is the first to examine how Meditation can modify our ability to voluntarily focus on specific information, to stay alert to our environment and our ability to prioritize tasks and goals. This study will be published in the journal Cognitive, Affective, & Behavioral Neuroscience and suggests that meditation is a new, non-medical means for improving focus and cognitive ability and site's the positive implications for the workplace and learning.
Their results suggest that even as little as 30 minutes of meditation a day can improve attention and focus for those with heavy demands in their lives. I am personally all for meditation but, 30 minutes of it would put me to sleep. And I have to say that most of the individuals in my life that choose to take what they would call "Cat naps", 5-10 minutes of relaxing in an easy chair with their eye's closed and body relaxed, have stated that they feel much more focused and alert when their done with this intensive, theraputic, coma like state. Either way, I say "Take a load off", relax and allow yourself to unwind every now and then. You'll maintain a better focus and be better able to think you're way through that next big project of yours!
Have a great Thursday everyone!
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Wednesday mornings are usually my favorite. I love to plan for the weekend, even if that means planning to do absolutely nothing at all, LOL. So here's a few things I've pondered over this morning and a few notes that I came across as I sat here reading the news.
- I didn't trip, I just attacked the floor with my mad ninja skills! :)
- Love me or hate me, both are in my favor..If you love me, I'll always be in your heart..If you hate me, I'll always be in your mind ~Shakespeare~
- Whatever it is, I didn't do it. Unless I was supposed to do it, in which case I did it brilliantly.
- Instead of a sign that says "Do Not Disturb" I need one that says "Already Disturbed Proceed With Caution."
- I wonder how police on bikes arrest people. "Alright, get in the basket!"
- "We define who we are by our decisions, we refine who we are by backing our convictions with our commitments."
- When life brings you to your knees...PRAY and you too will rise!
- If I looked at you with tears in my eyes...would you wipe them away...Would you hold me till they dried...or would you walk away and pretend you never saw me cry?
- If you're not willing to pull your own skeletons out of the closet, then why should you be so concerned with the skeletons of those around you?
- If all things happen for a reason, why shouldnt WE try to be a reason for things to happen?
- Take a post it note and write the words "I Like Noodles" on it and put it somewhere that other's can see it. Now wait and see how many smile's you get, LOL. It's amazing...for some reason when other's see those words, about 80% of them laugh.
That's all for now :) Hope everyone has a wonderful Wednesday! The weekends almost here :)
There's a song that come's to mind, each and every time that I think of you. The lyrics go something like this,
"Grandpa, tell me bout the good ole day's.
Did lovers really fall in love to stay
And stand beside each other, come what may
Was a promise really something people kept
Not just something they would say
Did families really bow their heads to pray
Did daddies really never go away
Woah oh, grandpa, tell me 'bout the good old days".
I remembered. The day you took your last breath, the words you spoke before your death, the love you shared with me from your eyes, your face that showed me I need not cry. Today is the day, 16 years ago you left, I will never forget watching you take your last breath and how you shared with those in the room, you're everlasting strength, trust and faith in all that you knew. With a smile on your face, you took grandma's hand in your's and as a tear ran down her face you thanked her for your years. 16 years ago today, I watched you smile as you moved away, with all the love I felt in the room I knew I'd never forget you.
Dear Grandpa, I remembered.
There are those that will leave an everlasting impression on us in this lifetime, those that loved us so unconditionally that we felt whole while they were a part of our lives. Just because they are gone from us physically does not mean that we cannot remember them often and allow ourselves to also be reminded of how we felt with them in our lives. Memories are a source of everlasting energy that we can tap into at anytime. Choose them wisely, for although some will bring to you positive strength and empower you, there are those that can trap you with never-ending negativity. I choose my grandpa. A man who LOVED to talk about the good ole days, who loved his wife and children with his whole heart and wasnt afraid of a hard days work! Who was willing to stand up to the government and remind them that they worked for him, that he is "We the People" and would help his neighbor without a second thought. When stopping on the side of the road to help someone out was natural and that a little knife could turn a stick into a beautiful piece of craftsmenship or an instrument that you could entertain others with.
I miss you grandpa. Keep a spot open, close to you up there. I expect a bear hug when my time comes!
Have a wonderful Tuesday everyone :)
ASTROSarah (Sarah Bina) 1-800-ASK-KEEN Extension #SARAH (72724)
Have your coffee? Doughnut? Bagel? Sit back, relax and get prepared for the day with me. While you're here, here's a few more notes to ponder over.
- For those that say you can do anything you put your mind to, I have to ask, have you ever nailed Jello to a tree? or tried slamming a revolving door? (It sure can feel like this sometimes can't it, LOL)
- I'm gonna shine even when others expect me to fail. I am gonna survive just about anything life throws my way. I may crack, but I will never break!!!
- People say that things happen for a reason. So when I hit you up side the head, remember I had a reason. (Oooooo, now that's bad, that's really bad, but you have to admit there were time's you may have though it too, LOL)
- Why do people put designs on toilet paper? It's not like when they wipe their butt there gonna be like Oh my god! It's quilted and there's a flower!!
- A true Fact of life...After Monday & Tuesday, even the calendar says W T F !! (LOL)
- God allows everything to happen for a reason. Circumstances will either direct you, correct you, or perfect you.
- There's some things I regret. Some words that should've gone unsaid. Some mistakes I made. Some roads I never should've taken. But there were many lessons learned.
- You know when you love someone, because when there not there you feel like some of you is missing
- It all comes down to that one person you think of before you fall asleep. And sometimes they have no idea how much of your heart they hold in their hands.
- Sometimes you will break down and sometimes you will cry but just remember that it's not a sign of weakness, it's a sign that you've been strong for a very long time :)
- When life get's you down remember, life is not just about surviving the storm...It's about learning to dance in the rain even when things are pouring down around you!
Have a Great Friday Everyone!
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Now here's a great topic of discussion or at the very least something to ponder over for yourself. If you had a warning label, what would it say? Would you have to change your label everyday? How about every other hour? LOL, I think it all depends on where you are in life at any given moment and time.
I was sitting with a friend today for lunch and I asked her this question, her reply was "I idle at B*^ch". I laughed and said, "Well that's not very spiritual." Our discussion before the topic came up was about being spiritual and applying it to your everyday life. Her response was that she idles at B*^ch because this makes her feel more secure when dealing with other's in her everyday life. If only everyone was spiritual then she'd be able to knock it down a notch and idle at Pessimistic Optimist, LOL.
So, ask yourself....if you had a warning label what would it say?
Have a wonderful evening everyone.