A Personal Mission Statement,

A Personal Mission Statement~ With love, from the Heart, with Compassion and a Sense of Calming.

Creating a Mission Statement can be one of the most POWERFUL tools that we can Create on Our Own, Completely about Ourselves and Our Truth!
Once Created, it can help you to make Conscious Choices that Align Your Beliefs, Values and Goals with Your Behavior. Your Awareness of the Importance of Your Mission Statement will help You to Be Accountable to You, Your Dreams and Your Authenticity.
It’s Purpose is to Discover and Bring Clarity to your Truth. Creating a Mission Statement Consists of Asking Yourself and Reflecting On:

What do I want to do?

What are my Values?
What are my Beliefs?
Where do I want to go with my life?
Who do I want to help?
What is the result? What value will I create? 

Begin by making a list of all the things that you important to YOU. (You do not have to share this with anyone, but you will have to hold yourself accountable).
Write down a list of YOUR goals. List all of things that YOU want to do or accomplish. Allow the creativity of your Spirit, flow to and through you. Know that this exercise is just the beginning of getting clear and that you can add or delete anything as you go along. At this stage you are simply creating and flowing.


These are a few Examples of My Personal Goals and Values:

• What I value most is having meaningful connection with people.
• I value being able to communicate with others safely, at a deep level. 
• A Personal Goal of mine is to present myself Graciously, without Judgment, and with Integrity.
• What matters very much to me to create a safe environment with people so that we can share thoughts and ideas, both teaching and learning.
• A Goal is to provide an environment so that others are able to embrace who they are as special and unique.
• My relationship with myself is of the most importance, totally loving and accepting who I am, as unique and special, with gifts to offer.
• My Goal is to Live every day with Love and like it is the First Day of the Rest of My Life!
  
  Now go through these 2 lists and from this, create a Personal Mission Statement.
  
  *This is an example of my Personal Mission Statement: My Personal Mission is to live my life Mindfully, Creatively, Consciously and Authentically and to provide a life for us that allows us to travel and experience many cultures! My Personal Mission is to align my Spirit to live with true Abundance, Mentally, Spiritually, Financially and Physically. My Personal Mission is to Be Happy and to Spread Happiness wherever I go and to everyone I meet. 
  
  For more information and to formulate your Business Mission Statement, visit my website at www.spiritwithinus.biz and go to the 'Member's Only' page. It will ask you to Login with your email only. You will be required to create a password, as well, and will gain instant access to this tool and other valuable tools! Have fun, Be creative and Start Living Life and Loving the Life You Live!
  

Craziness and a Meadowlark!

Change is in the Air... But the staples remain the same.. Sunsets, gentle breezes, an open heart & creative mind. Giving generously and accepting graciously, Being mindful, honest and kind... Going
with the Flow with confidence, love and pride. Cha.cha.changes. No matter how scary, change can be a welcome guide. Most often, I would say, that if we keep our eyes open, the signs will guide us.

The other evening, as I was walking to the kitchen, my husband said that something 'really large' had hit the window. I walked over and looked to the ground... and there it was... a beautiful baby Hawk. As I looked down, I noticed that its eyes were open and did not appear injured, but rather 'stunned.' As I continued to watch it, I guess that I made a noise, because it tilted its head and flew away quite suddenly and with confidence (if that even makes sense in the world of birds!)

The next day as I was driving down a gravel road on my way to the cottage, a dog came running out from a yard site and I hit him. This is an area that I travel often and typically slow down, as there are 3 homes in a row, which is unusual in our rural area. I have never seen any animals (or people for that matter) when driving past.
I hit the brakes as soon as saw him coming at me and shuttered as I heard the 'clunk!' I was heartbroken by the mire sound.  As I looked in my rear-view mirror, I saw the dog laying on the ground. By that time I was at a complete stop.  I jumped out of the truck to tend to the dog, as well as notify the home owners from where the dog ran out from. As I walked towards the dog, all of the sudden he got up, looked around and ran back into the yard at full speed!
I am not completely sure which was a bigger shock, hitting him or seeing him run away! Either way I was still shaking, but completely grateful at the same time. As I entered the yardsite, 3 other dogs came to greet me, along with the 'injured dog.' The homeowner and her son came out and I explained what happened. The dog appeared fine and with the knowledge that he had been hit, they could tend to him as necessary
 ~ the Meadowlark ~ Just came into my thoughts when choosing a Companion for the day. Her Message?
Pay Attention & Listen Carefully as the Meadowlark's Song is Ancient and Filled with Wonder!    Take on the Day with a Confident, yet Calming sense of Cheerfulness and Radiant Joy!  The Meadowlark symbolizes that easier times are ahead; she guides you to to use your power to its fullest potential by moving forward with the Strength of Purpose, Determination and Focus. This is the time to Discover and Awaken to the Magic Within; all the while balancing the grounding of the Earth and Air Aspects as you walk your path. Listen carefully to your song, you will learn to use your power to its fullest potential! Her medicine is about brightening your world, singing your own song & exploring for knowledge, while having confidence in connecting with your sacred inner light!

Being a dog owner,  hitting the dog really shook me up, but also caused me to recall the incident
with the hawk. Seems kind of crazy, but this then took me back to yet another recent incident. I remembered back to a couple weeks ago while at the cottage. A small bird flew into the window. As we looked out the window, the bird  stood on the deck upright, although for the time being, he was motionless.  Without wanting to scare him or make him move suddenly, we watched him closely. After a bit, we took him a bit of water. Soon enough, he was strong enough to flew away.

Such is life. Often when we least expect it, something happens to change EVERYTHING.  In an instant, life has got you good, you are knocked to the ground and all appears hopeless. This is the time to let go; remain still, regain control of your breath, your senses, your inner magic... and after a brief period of rest and healing, when the timing is exactly right, with strength, focus and determination, you will  move forward with confidence.

Change is in the Air. Change is Imminent. Change is Necessary. 

A Boot Camp for the Soul

The Star Reading~ Journey of Authenticity

Awaken~Something truly amazing is to be found~

Find it within yourself, in your surroundings, in your connections with others~

The Videos below are available to be viewed on YouTube. Together, they represent the Essence of My Readings.  My Passion to to enable others to life life with Authenticity and from a place of Love. 

A Boot Camp for the Soul~

Let there be a time for Healing~
To Cleanse away impurities and disease as you re-nourish every cell in your body.  Mediate and Pray, Going within to connect with and align with Spirit.
Move through this healing process by revitalizing every cell as you find your unique, true & authentic self!
Breathe in as you feel this presence flow through you.  

Allow the past to heal and old wounds to become weightless, as you release and let them go.
 

Today, experience a Renewed sense of self;  Prepare to walk into your new life.  Know that you wiser and stronger for the many lessons that you have learned. 

Embrace the peacefulness and love within your heart; this is an important aspect of any healing.
Embrace You,  as a beautiful being with unique and special gifts! Let Your Truth,  Your Spirit Shine. Be at Peace with Yourself and the Path that you Choose. Embrace Your Presence, Your Being.

The Shadow Self/the Protector
http://youtu.be/Zr5yvUzarQw

The Reveal Self/the Persona
http://youtu.be/SKO6mMmXO38

Royalty ~ You Are the Star*
http://youtu.be/KWBG8ws4-5I

Universal Truths & Lessons
http://youtu.be/ZCi7rZ-7BJA

Blessings & Love

Being You, Authentically! Living It* Loving You*

Being You, Authentically. Living It* Loving You* 
2013 Copy-write
Available NOW in Full Colour Illustration 
 September SALE Price  $14.99 on CreateSpace.com
AND Amazon Kindle  for $3.99

***Soon to Be RELEASED at McNally Robinson***

A preview video of the cards can be seen on YouTube...

Excerpt from Book 'Being You, 

Authentically. Living It* Loving You!*

*This book is the Companion Book to ‘Being You, 
Authentically. Living It,*Loving You* Spirit Deck.
Purchase the Spirit Deck 'Pocket Pack' or Standard Deck'
for Daily Reflection & Insight!

visit my Website for Details!

www.spiritwithinus.biz

Copyright © 2013 Lori-Lynn Koke

All rights reserved.

ISBN: 4384622

Begin Each Day with Reflection and Insight.

End Each Day with Gratitude and Praise.

Creative, Conscious, Aware, Mindful, Gratitude & Love

Be You, Authentically, Always

 Living It* Loving You*

Awareness~

We are not our past, if we allow today to bring forth new opportunities and awareness. With this awareness and the help of the cards, we can unlock the blocks to inspire and challenge ourselves to live from a place of love. The deck can also provide reflection bringing insight to daily challenges and opportunities. This can be life changing when we choose to begin the day from a place of peace and love! Change happens when change begins.

What is Important~

The world out there can be very confusing in this information based era. With our busy and demanding lives, it is easy to see how we can slowly lose sight of what is truly important along the way. We are continually bombarded by magazines, commercials, papers, movies, the internet and television shows sending out illusions and messages that imply how we are supposed to look, act and feel. I believe that this is damaging to our society.

Most often there comes a time when we become tuned into the reality that the messages are not only exhausting, but self-defeating to our authenticity. We then make the choice to re-discover our genuineness and what is truly important to us at the core.

Authenticity refers to the truthfulness of our spirit, attributions, commitment to self and sincerity. Returning to this place of authenticity leads us on a journey to embrace who we are and to love that person; to understand, to know and to feel that we are all special and unique.   

I am a believer in meditation, prayer and self-reflection. These are at the core of my beliefs and I encourage all to practice a reflection of self in a manner that allows a connection to the spirit within.

I begin each day in reflection of myself and what I am most grateful for. This is followed by a mediation to align with my inner wisdom and spirit. It is during this time that I visually disconnect all the energy sources that may be attached at my roots and that no longer serve me. This allows me to take on the day refreshed and in the presence of the moment. 

My next step is to ask the Spirit Cards what I may most need to learn on this day and then pick a card.  This card typically provides insight throughout the day, but it also helps to begin the day with a peaceful energy.  I don’t ‘see’ the cards as negative, only from light, as we can always choose to learn from any experience or situation. This allows me to remain in the presence of the moment and takes out the ‘fear’ factor.

Each day ends with a reflection of my experiences throughout the day; giving gratitude and thanks for all experiences and lessons.  Experiences or situations that I felt that can be improved upon; I ask for guidance and then let them go. I begin each day mindfully, as a new opportunity to experience as much as I am able to, with an open mind and heart, without ego or judgment.

Each of these steps begins a conscious awareness of self as an awareness of our responses. We can then begin to choose responses that are in the highest interest of ourselves and all involved.  This is a gradual process and it is important to be mindful and patient with those around you; especially those that mean the most to you. Most importantly, this is a time that requires you to love and accept yourself wholly and unconditionally. 

Throwing out the Blame Game!

There may have been people along our journey that have provided much insight and love. The opposite is true, as well, there may have been those who have played a minor or major role in hurting you. I believe that it is only you that can put this hurt behind yourself; to give you strength to move forward or to take action. This requires giving ourselves permission to heal within. This is not to say that we are letting them off the hook, but letting ourselves off the hook, to also gain courage and strength knowing that they can no longer influence who we are. This is about Loving You!

Along your journey, you may also bring up old wounds or discover that in the past you have not have acted or reacted introspectively in line with your new consciousness. This is a new perception that is reflective of your mindful awareness. It is essential at this time to be loving and gentle with yourself, to forgive yourself as there is no blame. Allow yourself to learn, bless the lesson and move forward. 

Tools~

The key to living our lives authentically is to be true to who we are, at the very core of our being. The key to this is the knowledge, awareness and acceptance that our thoughts are our own. The next step is to begin to live mindfully, with a mindful awareness, which results in a more natural flow. We then become conscious of our emotions, responses and reactions. 

This is a liberating experience; it may actually feel like a weight has been lifted from our shoulders as we embrace this new consciousness that we have the ability to choose our thoughts, emotions and feelings. This can also be a bit intimidating at first; after all, it is a new experience and the essence of accountability. I have learned many empowering tools in this regard.  I encourage you to learn and practice the tools regularly to form a new ‘habit’ when dealing with whatever comes your way. If you see an experience as bad or negative, that will be your experience. If you choose to open up to a whole new awareness with love at the core, then the experience can be rewarding. Taking ownership for your thoughts, feelings, emotions and actions also allows for more meaningful relationships with others, as well as yourself. 

For MORE...  Being You, Authentically. Living It* Loving You* is available at CreateSpace.

 

 

 

Being You, Authentically! Living It* Loving You*

Being You, Authentically. Living It* Loving You* 
2013 Copy-write
Available NOW in Full Colour Illustration 
for $17.99 on CreateSpace.com
AND Amazon Kindle  for $3.99

***Soon to Be RELEASED at McNally Robinson***

A preview video of the cards can be seen on YouTube...

Excerpt from Book 'Being You, 

Authentically. Living It* Loving You!*

*This book is the Companion Book to ‘Being You, 
Authentically. Living It,*Loving You* Spirit Deck.
Purchase the Spirit Deck 'Pocket Pack' or Standard Deck'
for Daily Reflection & Insight!

visit my Website for Details!

www.spiritwithinus.biz

Copyright © 2013 Lori-Lynn Koke

All rights reserved.

ISBN: 4384622

Begin Each Day with Reflection and Insight.

End Each Day with Gratitude and Praise.

Creative, Conscious, Aware, Mindful, Gratitude & Love

Be You, Authentically, Always

 Living It* Loving You*

Awareness~

We are not our past, if we allow today to bring forth new opportunities and awareness. With this awareness and the help of the cards, we can unlock the blocks to inspire and challenge ourselves to live from a place of love. The deck can also provide reflection bringing insight to daily challenges and opportunities. This can be life changing when we choose to begin the day from a place of peace and love! Change happens when change begins.

What is Important~

The world out there can be very confusing in this information based era. With our busy and demanding lives, it is easy to see how we can slowly lose sight of what is truly important along the way. We are continually bombarded by magazines, commercials, papers, movies, the internet and television shows sending out illusions and messages that imply how we are supposed to look, act and feel. I believe that this is damaging to our society.

Most often there comes a time when we become tuned into the reality that the messages are not only exhausting, but self-defeating to our authenticity. We then make the choice to re-discover our genuineness and what is truly important to us at the core.

Authenticity refers to the truthfulness of our spirit, attributions, commitment to self and sincerity. Returning to this place of authenticity leads us on a journey to embrace who we are and to love that person; to understand, to know and to feel that we are all special and unique.   

I am a believer in meditation, prayer and self-reflection. These are at the core of my beliefs and I encourage all to practice a reflection of self in a manner that allows a connection to the spirit within.

I begin each day in reflection of myself and what I am most grateful for. This is followed by a mediation to align with my inner wisdom and spirit. It is during this time that I visually disconnect all the energy sources that may be attached at my roots and that no longer serve me. This allows me to take on the day refreshed and in the presence of the moment. 

My next step is to ask the Spirit Cards what I may most need to learn on this day and then pick a card.  This card typically provides insight throughout the day, but it also helps to begin the day with a peaceful energy.  I don’t ‘see’ the cards as negative, only from light, as we can always choose to learn from any experience or situation. This allows me to remain in the presence of the moment and takes out the ‘fear’ factor.

Each day ends with a reflection of my experiences throughout the day; giving gratitude and thanks for all experiences and lessons.  Experiences or situations that I felt that can be improved upon; I ask for guidance and then let them go. I begin each day mindfully, as a new opportunity to experience as much as I am able to, with an open mind and heart, without ego or judgment.

Each of these steps begins a conscious awareness of self as an awareness of our responses. We can then begin to choose responses that are in the highest interest of ourselves and all involved.  This is a gradual process and it is important to be mindful and patient with those around you; especially those that mean the most to you. Most importantly, this is a time that requires you to love and accept yourself wholly and unconditionally. 

Throwing out the Blame Game!

There may have been people along our journey that have provided much insight and love. The opposite is true, as well, there may have been those who have played a minor or major role in hurting you. I believe that it is only you that can put this hurt behind yourself; to give you strength to move forward or to take action. This requires giving ourselves permission to heal within. This is not to say that we are letting them off the hook, but letting ourselves off the hook, to also gain courage and strength knowing that they can no longer influence who we are. This is about Loving You!

Along your journey, you may also bring up old wounds or discover that in the past you have not have acted or reacted introspectively in line with your new consciousness. This is a new perception that is reflective of your mindful awareness. It is essential at this time to be loving and gentle with yourself, to forgive yourself as there is no blame. Allow yourself to learn, bless the lesson and move forward. 

Tools~

The key to living our lives authentically is to be true to who we are, at the very core of our being. The key to this is the knowledge, awareness and acceptance that our thoughts are our own. The next step is to begin to live mindfully, with a mindful awareness, which results in a more natural flow. We then become conscious of our emotions, responses and reactions. 

This is a liberating experience; it may actually feel like a weight has been lifted from our shoulders as we embrace this new consciousness that we have the ability to choose our thoughts, emotions and feelings. This can also be a bit intimidating at first; after all, it is a new experience and the essence of accountability. I have learned many empowering tools in this regard.  I encourage you to learn and practice the tools regularly to form a new ‘habit’ when dealing with whatever comes your way. If you see an experience as bad or negative, that will be your experience. If you choose to open up to a whole new awareness with love at the core, then the experience can be rewarding. Taking ownership for your thoughts, feelings, emotions and actions also allows for more meaningful relationships with others, as well as yourself. 

For MORE...  Being You, Authentically. Living It* Loving You* is available at CreateSpace.

 

 

 

Without Judgement and Without Ego... With Kindness and Companssion

When people speak, listen. Listen to their non-verbal messages as well as their verbal. We have to be more compassionate to one another, much kinder and more honest, within ourselves and to others. We need to work on the anger, the frustration, the sadness, the dishonesty; on a personal level as well as on a Universal level. Take a moment to try and see the world through the eyes of another, without judgement and with an open heart and mind. We may then choose to offer grace, strength and support. 

 Put the light back into another's eyes, a smile on their face, love in their hearts, kindness in their step. Strive to be more compassionate and kind. Be aware of your own personal motive. Watch the sunset, smell the roses, look people in the eye, give a helping hand, raise people up instead of tearing them down, welcome people into your hearts, your homes and your community. Instead of turning the other cheek, give them a hug; everyone wants to belong and be loved. No exceptions. Put people before profits, triumph before tragedy.

It's really not that difficult; but it does require mindful, conscious thought and action. It is also without judgement or ego. Lay down at night and think, 'wow! I did good today. I can made a difference. Thank the person for allowing you to grow and expand' Then get up and do it all over again. Be kind, generous and compassionate, just because you can. Be, Do, Act, Love.

Luck & The Road Well Traveled!

I have always said that I do not believe in 'Luck.' I feel that luck is something good that you make happen. If you are mostly happy and positive, then naturally, luck would fall upon you. If you you typically negative and think crappy thoughts, well then, it seems obvious that you are going attract 'bad luck.'

Or, Perhaps I am wrong, or partially wrong. Perhaps it has more to do with the 'Attraction' that carries the 'luck.' Today an Orchard Oriole came to visit me. Being who I am, naturally I looked up the symbolism for this bird, as well as the colour, orange. 

"An Oriole totem reflects this symbolism bringing sunshine (or positive changes) to your life and/or current projects... An Oriole also represents Lady Luck coming your way!"

Maybe Lady Luck is coming my way and perhaps I am seeing it as all wrong. I am very curious as to peoples 'reasoning' behind luck, both good and bad. Either way, for now, I am going to put my dime on Lady Luck and see what she brings me! 

 

It's been a busy and exciting month for me. Toes up and ears to the ground, always listening, learning, sharing and teaching. I have had the pleasure of meeting many new clients through Readings throughout this month! In all honesty, I am Humbled to be called upon to enter into this world with so many to offer Guidance! I truly am grateful.

I guess this is where the luck comes in. The Most Exciting News for Me today is that My Book

and Oracle Deck are Near Completion! I am on to the Publishing end of it, which is certainly interesting and a whole new road to travel! Wish me luck! I have visualized this deck and it's lessons for such a long time and it really came together quite nicely. My Deck focuses on 'Finding the Essence of Our True Authentic Self!' Being the Person that we are meant to be! Living Life Fully, Enthusiastically and Loving Who We Are! It's about Life's Lessons and offers a Unique and Practical Approach finding our Truth with the Guidance of the Cards! 
 
So I am wishing myself GOOD LUCK! in hopes that all goes well and this Oriole is a sign of good things to come for me, AND that I am sending out good vibes of Energy! Ones gotta cover all the bases! So here goes to crossing toes, hanging horse shoes and carrying a rabbits foot; and I'm on my way!

Best of luck to you, as well, throughout the day! Cheers! and NO Stepping on the cracks!