The Ask Sharon column as it appeared in today’s edition of The Area News, Wednesday 21 January 2015.
Following is a copy of the full version of the column featured in The Area News complete with oracle card image.
Ask Sharon
Mary seeks advice on life
THIS week Mary asks:
“I think I know what to do, easier said. I want to wake up and feel alive. I have opportunities, but replace that with a to-do list making my day slip away. Maybe something you say to me may trigger a feeling inside of me to just be.”
The Fulfillment Oracle Card is copyright to Denise Linn, 2006.
Mary, you’re not alone in feeling this way. We do tend to fill our time with activities that we believe are meaningful. And while some items on our to-do list are in fact meaningful, some we simply can’t avoid (the dishes and laundry have to get done sometime right?) But we all have ‘things’ at times we would rather be doing, personal pursuits, goals and passions that we may not be allocating the time, energy and resources that they deserve – that WE deserve.
When we continue with the mundane and unexciting routines day in day out, it can zap our energy and zest for life. We think we need a holiday, when really we need balance and to include activities that bring us contentment. Scheduling time just ‘being’ instead of ‘doing’ is important too. Quiet time or meditation would help with this.
The ‘fulfillment’ card has come to you today from Denise Linn’s Soul Coaching deck. It features a lady at the centre of a flower with a giant loving heart, symbolising that ‘alive’ feeling you seek.
The message is for you to consider where you are creating happiness in your life. How can you make your existing activities more enjoyable? You could give your life a ‘fun makeover’. Maybe you have forgotten what it feels like to be elated, blissful, joyous and happy. Sometimes what we need is a good belly laugh. The comedy section of the video store or library can help with that.
If you are unsure of what gives you joy, you could embark on a self-discovery mission. Try new things, explore different past-times and hobbies. Remember it’s meant to be fun, it’s meant to make you feel happy. And most importantly, know that you’re worth it.
Send your questions for Sharon to editor@areanews.com.au
Today’s card has been drawn from the Soul Coaching Oracle Card deck. The image and card name is copyright to Denise Linn, 2006.
