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Turn With the Flow
I struggle with feeling so much in the world. I struggle understanding why I feel. A change of mind is called for.

Shirley Riga
Jan 26, 20217 min read
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Reframing
My energy is changing. I get scared. I give myself permission to continue and allow it to happen. Just be where I am, without labels.

Shirley Riga
Jan 25, 20218 min read
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The Valley of Bewilderment and Astonishment
The love in this valley goes beyond love of self, love of other. I am in love but I do not know with whom.
Thea Iberall
Jan 24, 20218 min read
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It Takes Courage
My silence is a gift. My mind is a gift. My heart is a gift. My human vessel is a gift. I am in charge of rising. I am in charge.

Shirley Riga
Jan 23, 20215 min read
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The Valley of Unity
In this valley, there is no longer a difference from one another. When duality disappears, unity is found. The shadow is lost in sun.
Thea Iberall
Jan 22, 20219 min read
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Life is Stunning
Another wrinkle unwrinkles. Another reminder that sorrow holds possibility of relief and understanding. It’s time to change my language.

Shirley Riga
Jan 21, 20217 min read
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Blessing my Doubts
I’ve been scared away by life again. Two steps forward, one step back. Why does my humanness have to interfere with my happiness?

Shirley Riga
Jan 20, 20218 min read
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Breathing In Unity
I've created an altar I sit in on a daily basis to listen, feel, write and deliver. These 300 days of meditation have been a journey for me.

Shirley Riga
Jan 19, 20215 min read
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The Power of Ritual
I was letting go removing this daily reminder. The ashes set me free. I said a prayer, closed my eyes and released.

Shirley Riga
Jan 18, 20217 min read
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Unfolding Myself
Life gets really crusty when my fear turns into a wall and I go around in circles. I’ve witnessed before and remedy it by taking action.

Shirley Riga
Jan 17, 20215 min read
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Dear Ego
I know there are things you want. I know you want to be in charge. But integration is called for. It feels like death but it is not.

Shirley Riga
Jan 16, 20218 min read
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Waking up to our Wisdom
I’ve lived looking for others to complete me, changing my appearance, my goals, my attitudes, my beliefs. Multiply this concept by billions.

Shirley Riga
Jan 15, 20216 min read
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A Mindfulness Blessing
I breathe in patience and breathe out compassion. I stand as one with my spirit and human body, guided by my soul. I am whole.

Shirley Riga
Jan 14, 20216 min read
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My Rules, My Dignity
I grew up with many rules to follow. Until one day I bumped up against a loss so great I fell in. When I fell in, all these rules fell too

Shirley Riga
Jan 13, 20215 min read
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A Lifetime Can Change By the Flash of Truth
What does the silence sound like? In our silence we listen and wait to hear truth. I recognize it when I feel goosebumps. Truth has no time.

Shirley Riga
Jan 12, 20215 min read
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Exit Points
Understanding my spouse chose an exit point helps me accept the trauma of that day. It helps me understand there is a greater force at work

Shirley Riga
Jan 11, 20218 min read
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At the Helm of My Boat
There is a new normal coming and I don’t know what it looks like. My intention is to stand at the helm of my boat with my sea legs adjusting

Shirley Riga
Jan 10, 20216 min read
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A "Yes And" Day: Reflections on the First Four Valleys
Sometimes I say something that others don’t like. And they respond in negative ways. In the past, I would get defensive, call them names.
Thea Iberall
Jan 9, 20217 min read
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The Broken Heart
I can see humanity’s collective hearts are breaking open in these times to uncover the true meaning of human life.

Shirley Riga
Jan 8, 20217 min read
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Emotional Firewalls
Allowing myself to feel my deep emotions is a key. It’s up to me to find a safe place with an intention to feel my pain.

Shirley Riga
Jan 7, 20215 min read
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