Hello there!

I just love the loooong stretch in the evenings at the moment and we certainly have had some beautiful days over the last few weeks. And with the Summer Solstice approaching I’ve really been noticing the light and the brightness in nature.

Solstice is derived from Latin “Sol” meaning Sun, but I love the fact that it contains the same sound vibration as the word “Soul”. Just like the Sun is the brightest star in our Solar system and sends us light during the day, your Soul sends you light. Listening to our Soul, Inner guidance or Intuition is like asking the light of your being to show you the way forward, shining some light on the matter. Spending time listening to your soul, to the great inner silence of your being will help you acknowledge your authentic self and to live more from your True Nature.

In fact your Soul light is your gift to this world and to all humanity. And if your light  is hidden, we are missing out! Missing out on you!! All of us have specific gifts, talents, passions that make us who we are, and we need to express those in order to truly express ourselves in the world.

Don’t know what these wonderful talents, gifts and passions are? Well, let me ask you this… Have you ever done something that makes you feel alive?! where you felt afterwards – even just for a brief moment, before the critic sets in – HAPPY and connected and energized? That is a good place to start and do more of that!

That feeling of freedom, happiness, energy and connectedness is your soul expanding! So the more you do things that expand who you are, the more your light will get a chance to shine! <3

Some might find it difficult to shine their light, for many different reasons or your light was never cultivated or encouraged. But I have good news! Your light – even if just a spark – can grow and become stronger and brighter by doing things that make you feel ALIVE!

Now, just as on the brightest of days the light highlights objects which can cast a shadow… and yes! Shadow can teach us a lot about lessons to learn, relationships to heal and obstacles to overcome. And by embracing your light, I am not suggesting that you ignore the shadow or shadow self. By embracing your light, you can actually see the shadows a lot clearer, and our shadow side can be an honest and profound teacher – if we are open to the teachings it brings. Read more about the Shadow Self here.

Regenerate your Light

Spend time in nature

The next time you go out for a walk, make sure you go with intent of absorbing light. If you are walking among the trees, on the beach or have space to lie down on the grass, imagine yourself absorbing the energy and light that is within the earth and that the earth is sharing this with you.

During the day go and stand outside and feel the warmth of the sun bathing you in light or on a full moon evening let the moon and the stars share their light with you, imagine absorbing this gentle and nurturing light.

Spend time in community

It is so important to spend time with like-minded people and in nurturing communities where we can be ourselves and make our lights shine even brighter! In the Bible (Matthew 18:20) Jesus says “When 2 or 3 are gathered in my name, I am among you.” In other words, when we gather our light, our spiritual energies together as a collective something wonderful happens. Just like a candle is bright and can cast light by itself, many candles together can cast a much brighter light. And also candles that have been snuffed, can be re-ignited. Talking about being in community… if you would like to join in on a Summer Solstice Celebration on the 21st June 2014, find details here

Make time to meditate and journey

There are many guided meditations that you can follow to connect to your inner light and to recharge and expand your energy. If you practice shamanic journeying you can take a journey with the intention of connecting your inner light and the way to express this in the world. Regular meditative practice can give us a great sense of connectedness and expansion. Why not start a daily practice for just 15minutes a day.

Do what gives you joy

Whether it is painting, writing, singing, being out in nature, organising, cleaning your kitchen… Whatever floats your boat! As long as you do it for you and as long as it gives you JOY! By doing things that you love to do, you expand your soul and your light! So make sure you make some time in your day or even just once a week to do something that you love and gives you joy!

Sing your favourite song

Singing from your heart is probably one of the most authentic expressions of your soul. 🙂 What is your soul song? or if I were to ask you what song did you often sing as a child, that made you feel joy what will it be? Just become quiet for a while and put your hand on your heart centre and focus your attention on your heart, then let the song come up. You might be surprised what it could be! 🙂 And if you cannot find one or don’t think you have one, you can always borrow this one…. “This little light of mine… Im gonna let it shine! ” See the wonderful rendition by the Soweto Gospel Choir in the youtube video below.

May you have a light-filled day and may you find many ways to expand your light and your True Nature! We (the earth and all her children) needs you!

Jo-Anne <3