Dorothy Ratusny, Psychotherapist & Author

It can be confusing and overwhelming to feel alone and lonely.Statistics suggest that younger people (between the ages of 18 and 24) and people of low income experience greater risk of loneliness. Perhaps more so than ever before, we are forced to be alone with ourselves in new ways; and without the physicalcontact of our work colleagues, family, and friends. In this video, I speak to the reasons why you may be feeling alone and lonely and what you can do to help yoursel...f best! Join me for this week's WISDOM Note and the valuable strategies and recommendations to implement into your life - now. Here I share the three best practices; THE SECRETS to never feel lonely again. Because the goal is to enjoy being alone with yourself and to not feel lonely. Namaste! Click the link in my bio to watch the video! #fearofbeingalone #loneliness #secretstoendingloneliness #endloneliness #secretstopositivealonetime #lonelinesspodcast #lonelinessnomore #WISDOMNOTES

Words from a recent episode of The WISDOM podcast. Click the link in my bio to listen to the episode: UNLEASH YOURSELF S2 E11 Unleashing is the allowing of freedom to express yourself through creativity, love, kindness and compassion. Embrace the power you hold within. Go into this power, this truth, this security, this comfort. It exists within you.... Catch The WISDOM podcast wherever you listen to podcasts and subscribe! NEW Episodes every Sunday 8pm EST. Namaste! #embraceyourpower #begrateful #livefully #unleashyourself @TheWISDOMpodcast #podcaster #securitywithin #selfcompassion #selflove #selfempowerment

The Spiritual Teaching of Truth | WISDOM Notes for the Week: November 22nd-28th 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//the-spiritual-teaching-of-truth-wisdom

CONFIDENT DECISION USING YOUR HEART INTELLIGENCE | WISDOM Notes for this Week (Nov 15th-21st 2020) - https://mailchi.mp//confident-decision-using-your-heart-in

A Time of Revolution | WISDOM Notes for this Week and for Right Now | November 1st-7th 2020 with Dorothy - https://mailchi.mp//a-time-of-revolution-wisdom-notes-for-

"Becoming moreis the expansion of your consciousness. It is meant to be confidence building; akin to seeking out a new experience that you are excited for. 'Becoming more' is the path of freedom, life fulfillment and perpetual happiness. It is your ever-present gift and eternal choice to always seek and become ‘more’. How do you become more? What does this mean in a tangible way?... Do you think about ‘being more’ as applicable to your life? and Is there a ‘more’ that you wish to be? Click the link in my profile to listen to this episode of The WISDOM podcast #podcaster #becomingmore #morelove #moreabundance #moreprivilege #morefulfilment #gratitude #freewillchoice #experiencemore

As someone who writes every day I have countless papers filed and sitting in a stack, and also "in production". So when I found this note written ...I don't know when?? ...but with the words that you read here... I couldn't resist but share it with you. Sometimes the most beautiful words touch our soul and it's important to write them down; to journal them; to have a way of remembering. I hope that these words will allow you to feel much love and sustenance in your day... an...d perhaps to come back to these words often to fill your heart with love. For more love, please click the link in my bio for a very special episode (and one of my favorites!) of The WISDOM podcast on self-care and self-love!

"You ARE Forgiven" | WISDOM Notes for the Week October 25th-31st 2020 with Dorothy - https://mailchi.mp//you-are-forgiven-wisdom-notes-for-the-

My client was first diagnosed withbipolar disorderat 18. Bouts of depression cycling with longer periods of manic episodes that resulted in a six-week hospital stay. There she met a wonderful psychiatrist who she would, some 7 years later, seek out; asking if she could try medication. Her life felt unstable and spiraling; and she did not feel like herself. The young female psychiatrist would help. Therein began a lengthy relationship of weekly or bi-weekly appointments and ...the ever important task of finding the right combination of medications to which needed my client’s due diligence to adhere to regularly. One of the many supports that my client was encouraged to seek out was Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She reminds me to this day of the story of seeing an article that I wrote for a local paper, together with a brief description on CBT and how it helps. Fast forward to present day. My support and our work in therapy, together with the foundational pillars of: sleep, exercise, healthy eating, and a balanced schedule which includes alone time and meditation, are what allows this client to live and thrive in the world (with a successful career, the raising of two wonderful teenagers, and the love of a husband who adores her). Many would say that she is a perfect example of how mental health requires ongoing support; of how important it is to have the love of family and friends; and to not feel judged. Mental health is vital for living a happy and productive life. Many times my client has described how difficult it is for her to think clearly, to feel optimistic, and to be productive when she is in the throws of low affect. What so many of us take for granted; what we find easy and simple, becomes painfully difficult for her. Read the rest of this post on The Wisdom Blog (Click the link in my bio for this) #worldmentalhealthday2020 #mentalhealthquotes #mentalhealthmatters #psychiatry #psychotherapy #besttherapy #CBT

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Witness the Infinite Presence of Beauty | WISDOM Notes for the Week of Oct 4-10, 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//witness-the-infinite-presence-of-beaut

Please join me in this radical and very real idea for how to embody self-forgiveness. let this be a practice for you for this week and for the rest of your life Click the link in my profile to watch the video! #selfforgiveness #radicalselflove #radicalidea #forgiveyourself #howtoforgive #newstrategy #bestpractice #newthought #riseabove #selfaceptance #liberation #freedom #trueself #selflove #selfacceptance

Live With Presence... WISDOM Notes for this Week (Sept 27-Oct 3 2020) - https://mailchi.mp/9834/a-new-perspective-on-change-5848994

Let it not be just one day, one moment.... but how you have chosen to live your life. Peace begins from within you. Then you may walk in the worldas peace. In celebration of the new peace that you are living each andevery day; that originates from your heart, click the link in my profile for a beautiful guided prose meditation on p e a c e. What you need to help invoke the peace that is within. Namaste! xo... #interationaldayofpeace #peace #bepeace #peacenow #worldmap #world #handsopen #hands #doves #meditationforinnerpeace #peacemeditation #guidedmeditation #wisdom #teacher #practicalwisdom #peaceandlove

Self-esteem is the inner confidence in yourself; absent of ego, and certain in your knowledge of yourself. You grow self-esteem by always seeking and being 'more'. This includes being loving towards yourself.

One of the most difficult obstacles you face is when you give away your power. You do this when you are not willing to see and acknowledge what is true; rather you continue to be distracted by the 'stories' that you tell yourself, and which keep you removed from the need to be responsible for your life; for your happiness. You reclaim your power when you live awake, self-aware, honest; and when you are able to take action; to ensure that you are always responsible for your h...appiness. Namaste! #reclaimyourpower #liveyourtruth #liveawake #liveaware #yourhappiness #happinessbychoice #selfhonesty #honest #takeaction #lifecoachinghappiness #lifecoachingtips #therapyworks #beresponsible

How to Live With More JOY! WISDOM Notes for the Week of September 20th 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/3703/a-new-perspective-on-change-5844042

The wonderful publishers at @insighttimer are featuring this episode of The WISDOM podcast [S1 E10] Leaving a Toxic Relationship: Why We Stay; How To Leave For Good; 4 Strategies to End The Cycle; timely and so important. Thank you Insight Publishing Team. Check out theInsight Timer Talks section homepage by clicking the link in my profile.

SHARING THE SECRETS of Manifesting | WISDOM Notes for the Week: Oct 18-24th 2020 with dorothy - https://mailchi.mp//sharing-the-secrets-of-manifesting-wis

This week's WISDOM Note is a special sharing of a "big manifesting" of my work life that I wanted to share. I hope that in watching the video, it reaffirms for you that good things do happen when you focuse on what is most wanted; and as you are both patient and unattachedto 'how' the 'what' manifests. Please have a look at the video... and my off the wall humor ...and please take note this two step approach to the mastery of manifesting that will give you an edge on ...what you are already doing :)) Namaste! *Click the link in my profile to watch the video #manifesting #cocreating #universedelivers #wisdomnotes #mastery #stepstomanifesting #manifest #manifestyourheartsdesire #belief #takeaction

WISDOM NOTES for the Week of September 13th 2020 - WATCH NOW! The Colour of Your Love + The Experience of JOY: The WISDOM Podcast - https://mailchi.mp/9a20/a-new-perspective-on-change-5838690

You can always begin to choose out of love, out of wonder for the life you live, the life you want; and to begin with the experience of love unconditionally; most easily felt throughout your being as thisvibrant life force; this powerful state of happiness that is not determined by anything; just your deliberate and conscious choosing to be love in action. #reallove #spirituallove #loveofhumanity #unconditionallove #unconditionallove... #choosewithyourheart #lovefirst #loveisliberation #kindnessislove #podcast @thewisdompodcast #lovewithoutconditions #lovetheself #lovenow See more

REAL LOVE | WISDOM Notes for the Week of Oct 11-17, 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//real-love-wisdom-notes-for-the-week-of

"Joy is a privilege that you nestle your heart into; that you live as the sweet wonder of life ever present, ever flowing. It is what you seek to live as; it is the wonder of your presence, your enjoyment, your glory, your love." - Dorothy Ratusny Perhaps it was the latent effects of summer as I was scripting this episode that reminded of the playful nature of our lives that is always within our reach. In this episode of The WISDOM podcast, I invite you to revisit what sim...ple pleasures you may curate in life's daily experiences that will allow you to witness joy; to revel in its beautiful presence; calling you by name; ushering in the gentle reminder that love and joy are your eternal birthright. To listen to this episode 'The Experience of JOY' on The WISDOM podcast, click the Link in my Bio. You can find The WISDOM podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. You can check out all the episodes on my website.www.dorothyratusny.com Namaste! xo Joy can feel so elusive - especially if we suffer from anxiety and depression. Ask me how I can help you find your innate JOY, even as there is much happening in your life! #findjoy #witnessjoy #letmehelp #experiencejoy #heartfeltjoy #podcast #presence #holdpresence #simplepleasures #podcastepisode #practicalwisdom

My client is 33 and a mother of two young children. In therapy, she wanted to discuss an incident that happened to her in high school. She liked a boy and without really knowing much about this boy, she accepted an invitation to meet with him at his friend’s house. Her mother drove her. My client thinking that it would be safe, that his friend’s parents would be around; was surprised to find the boy alone his friend and his friend’s parents were away. The situation was unsa...fe; the boy had other ideas and attempted to coerce by force my client to have sex. Somehow she found her way out safely and without physical harm, able to shut down what might have happened. But the emotional scars were there. She believed that she could not confide in her mother about what happened because she would have been scolded; her mother would have made her the victim for tarnishing the mother’s reputation and what image of a perfect family she wished to uphold. Our work together in therapy was not only to help her heal; to find her present moment voice and to do the work of speaking this voice to the boy even now without needing his presence to do so; and to have the power now to say what she could not fully say then because fear and shock had immobilized her. This client story was not about blame, but rather how to empower her voice now in the present; to teach her children the lessons that she never received; and to rise up to stand liberated, confident grateful in the knowledge that she was protected and physically safe in a situation that could have been very different. And to have clarity and peace of mind for the ability to see this situation with new eyes; instinctive tendencies, empowerment and love for that younger girl who did not feel loved or taken care of in the way that she needed. This is how I help. This is how I may help you heal from a past situation and whatever you may be continuing to hold, yet unresolved and unhealed. You can reclaim your power. You must. Let me help. #reclaimyourpower #therapyheals #yourbesttherapy #empoweryourself #findyourvoice #reclaimyourvoice #reallifestory #reallifeclientstory #letmehelp #helptoheal #healfromyoupast

The Ultimate Self-Love toolkit includes an expertly-curated entourage of heart-healing, life-affirming best practices to fuel your journey to ultimate self-love. Featuring sacred strategies and simple, science-based wisdom to provision you for complete self-love success. Here I share the offerings curated to help you affirm self-love; to know what it feels like to give this to yourself, and why it is so important that we all re-learn and practice how to love ourselves complet...ely. Discover all that is included in your Self-Love WISDOM toolkit here: https://www.dorothyratusny.com/theultimateselflovetoolkit-/ 50 Page Guidebook to Ultimate Self-Love 33 Minute Self-Love Coaching Session 5 Self-Love Meditations 10 Page Self-Care Guide 1 Self-Love Inventory Quiz 2 Self-Care Ritual Wheels 6 Pages of Self-Care Ritual Guidance 1 Habit Tracking Tool 2 Journal Writing Exercises 2 Self-Love Rx Mantra and Affirmation Cards + Bonus Offerings + Ongoing Support to Help You Navigate Your Journey Self-care and self-love work synergistically to teach you the virtues of self-love through a collection of interactive tools, self-care rituals and therapeutic exercises.

The work that my clients accomplish in our time together is about following your heart; living determined, unstoppable; willing to stand for what you believe in and to focus forward; to honour your truth; to live enlightened by means of uncovering 'what is', rather than be blind to what others have told you. Imagine living most of your life guided by what you have been told youshould dobased on the teachings of your religion; your culture; your family of origin; and of cour...se the world at large. Imagine if you felt conflicted in making decisions foryour lifebecause you so want to make theright decisions; to not make a mistake, to not reveal to others that their way may not be what you have chosen. This has led you to choose based on what you thought others would approve of and to think highly of you rather than what you really wanted to do. This meant you lived in secrecy; hiding away from who you really were; who you want to be; until now. Does this sound confusing? Perhaps not because so many of us live our lives in some way, making decisions that are influenced by what others think and do; or what we tell ourselves others will approve of. How do you change this? Is it even possible? It's always possible to live your truth; regardless of where you are in your life; your age; your current trajectory; and for whatever you have already decided; everything can be realigned; living your truth can lead you back into yourself; into what allows you to feel happiest. This is the part that I help with. This is the 'inner work' of therapy that culminates in you reclaiming yourself and making the choices; however small to start, that allow you to feel happiest and that will continue to build your confidence and self-esteem. Try it with me. Let me show you how to live what is called 'authentic' and true to who you are. You will always have the right answers for what is best for your life. It may require your patience to excavate what you have buried for so long; but I promise - your inner voice - is always with you; always guiding you to do the 'right thing'; to do what will be best for you. #slaythislife #liveyourtruth #liveyourgreatness

A NEW Perspective on Change: Your Change | WISDOM NOTES for the Week of September 6th 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/99c96874e77e/a-new-perspective-on-change

It's important to contemplate the change that you want. It's what allows us to grow, evolve and transform. Change is what we are driven to when we are not happy. Through change we are inspired to live of our heart; this means choosing what will allow us to feel happy and aligned with our truth. Even as change can test our confidence and be unnerving; the best way to step into a change is to do so with confidence. You do this by reminding yourself of the outcome that you w...ant; and that you are ready for the transformation you seek. In this Week's WISDOM NOTE, I discuss a NEW perspective on change to help you embrace and go in search of what you want in your life. I also share a Meditation to help you gain presence (present moment awareness) and to hold greater confidence in the outcome of change that you seek. CLICK THE LINK IN MY PROFILE TO WATCH THE VIDEO

Your G R E A T N E S S is both your incredible potential for all that you are becoming and what you already are. You live your greatness most readily by being your authentic self. Your authentic or genuine self is another way to describeliving your truth. In this episode from Season One of the Wisdom Podcast, I definewhat spiritual greatness is; how it has nothing to do with ego; but rather the conscious and deliberate way that you live your life; that aligns you with yo...ur infinite potential. CLICK THE LINK IN MY PROFILE TO HEAR THE EPISODE TRUTH SERUM:Greatness is not ego-centric,rather it is a way of describing your infinite potential as a being of love.You live your greatness through deliberate acts of kindness, generosity, compassion; through being of service andgiving of yourself, and by being lovingwithout boundaries, expectations, or conditions. A-HA MOMENTS:You live your greatness when you are living as your ideal or highest self.This is living as the pure and most loving aspect of what you are. Your highest self is often referred to as yourinner being,source energy,the divineanduniversal consciousness. PRACTICAL WISDOM:You live your greatness by choosing a life that is authentic, based on knowing yourself best.When you allow yourself to expressively be your authentic self; when you follow a path of what you enjoy most (and likely what you are naturally good at) and when you allow your inner guidance or intuition to guide you along a path of what is 'right' and 'best' for you; these are examples of living as your greatness - asyour truth. @thewisdompodcast #podcast #liveyourgreatness #yourgreatness #liveyourtruth #yourpath #wisdom #wisdomquotes #selfempowerment #empowermentnow #beauthentic

These words illuminatea part of the formula for self-love. Self-love is a very real and vibrant constant in your life. It sets you up forsuccess, for acknowledging the unique purpose that you hold in this place in your life and for all of the love that you adorn unto yourself because you deserve it; you deserve to feel your goodness and greatness. I share this because in the world right now, we all need to practice and hold greater self-love; to know how to do this for ...ourselves particularly if we have never been truly shown what self-love means. You will feel the difference when you begin to 'officially' practice "love of self"; because self-love leads you back into wholeness; into revealing all that you are; and all that is possible because you hold belief in yourself, in your abilities, and most importantly in your goodness. Follow the link in my profile for more on self-love and its teachings; and how you can deepen your own practice. Reach out if you wish to have my guidance and support as you reclaim love unto yourself. xo dorothy #self-love #thewisdomtoolkits #howtoloveyourself #loveyourself #loveofself #goodness #selflove #selflovetips #selfcare #selfhappiness #wisdom #wordstoliveby #youareloved #successquotes #successnow

Each week, I offer words of wisdom that I am guided to write and share for the upcoming week (and perhaps what will also become what you commit to that inspires how you choose to be and to live). If you want to be inspired; if you want to live as an inspiration for yourself, your children, and to others, watch the video. Be guided to think of how you every action, every word spoken, every intention that you hold, allows you the opportunity to live as an inspiration. You mus...t only choose this. I hope its an incredible week for you all! Namaste!! xo timestamps: :34 - your reputation | 1:00 - each one of us inspires | 1:15 - questions for you to contemplate to 'be an inspiration' | 2:22 - my client's story + the question I asked her and that we all might ask ourselves | 3:22 - all of us are being challenged to change for the better | 4:49 - how 'heaven on earth' exists here and now | 5:15 - your 'home practice' for this week | 6:15 - a secret of life to inspire you | 7:35 - your vision, your life, your freedom is bound by nothing | 9:27 - podcast and meditation on INSPIRATION For free access to many more guided meditations and mindfulness teachings, please visit The Wisdom Archives here: https://www.dorothyratusny.com/wisdom-archives-meditations/ /// JOIN ME for more LOVE HERE... // website: https://dorothyratusny.com // instagram: https://instagram.com/dorothyratusny/ // twitter: https://twitter.com/DorothyRatusny // youtube: https://youtube.com/user/DorothyRatusny // facebook: https://facebook.com/ratusnydorothy/ // soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dorothyratusny // insight timer (app): https://insighttimer.com/dorothyratusny // aura (app): https://www.aurahealth.io/ /// SHARE IN THE LOVE... Follow the link below to receive my written WISDOM Notes (and a few other important gifts of 'love' that I share only via email) in your inbox each week! // https://www.dorothyratusny.com/wisdom-resourc/wisdom-notes/ Find this Week's WISDOM NOTE here: https://mailchi.mp//be-an-inspiration-unto-yourself-and-to Namaste! xo dorothy

Be An Inspiration Unto Yourself and to Others | WISDOM NOTES for the Week of August 30th 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//be-an-inspiration-unto-yourself-and-to

In this current time, my practice has transcended into something that is quite wonderful. The ability for me to work with clients where they can remain safe and for us both to be able to have no constrictions (we do not require masks), because we are having therapy and life coaching sessions via phone and video. Getting the most out of your sessions is about your effort and commitment to yourself as you hold presence during our time together, and as you take to heart, what... teachings and 'aha' moments you experience; allowing these to be what guides you in your daily life; and to hold the moments of wonder and appreciation that arise in our session, as ever so important steps towards all that you are in search of. At the end of our video sessions, I noticed that my client had recently begun a new ritual. As he has been also studying Buddhism and Meditation, and as he has been incorporating these teachings in self-reflection and in dedication to living his life full and happy; he places his hands together in a prayer position and bows his head; to me, to our work of that day, to his gratitude for having the willingness to change his life; to no longer feel the depression that had held him hostage for decades; to be accountable for his happiness, and to love himself; his heart free. I meet him where he is, with my hands in prayer posture, my head bowed, instructive, thankful, and in appreciation of another beautiful experience that is shared between us. It is a reminder of what I share with all clients. I would like to share his words to me during our last session, "Thank you because you help me navigate my life." Sometimes we all need caring, willful guidance that helps us navigate where we wish to go; and where we need to go. This is why you will see me offer namaste throughout my writings and at the completion of guided meditation. I want you to know that I see your light; that I stand before you whether on the phone, in a video call, or as you are listening to my words in a recording; "I see you; this is for you; you are light." Namaste! XO #beyourlight #therapy #lifemeaning #wordstoliveby #awaken #spiritualguidance #guidance #healyourself

Client sessions are always rich in meaning and importance. My client yesterday had a question that she brought to the session; a question that I would not be able to answer for her; but able to help her examine from all angles and time periods; a question that would affect her life and the lives of her partner and family forever. Therapy is always a place to bring important questions; to dive into what one's choices may mean for the future; and for understanding the import...ance of making all of your most important decisions.. from your heart. As my client began the outpouring of her story, my role is always to listen first; to be instinctive and intuitive to what is needed; to help illuminate for a client what and how they may best come to their own intuitively wise decisions. I help clients to examine pieces of their story that would be important for the future, and to help them navigate the path between their mind and their heart; one answer will be very different from the other, depending on which they live from. The question? Does she go forward and have a third child at age 45; to use the donor eggs that have been incubated? My client wanted so very much to be a parent again; this second wave to follow parenting two young boys ages 13 and 15. The conversation was meant to add dimension and depth to her and her partner's ongoing discussions; and then to remind her that the very best decisions; the right answers - lie in her heart; to what one desires most deeply and what is best and right for her (having already the support of her partner). Each client session brings something new; something magical; something emphatically important; and the opportunity to see a clearer path; and to be unwavering in resolve and desire. One can always find the 'What if?' paradigm to any deliberation and question. The 'right' answer is inclusive of desire and willingness and the knowledge that love will always prevail. Life is meant to be enjoyed to the fullest; There is no wrong answer if your heart leads with full determination, resilience, and desire. Do you lead with your heart ? Could you? #heart #therapy #lifecoach #askthequestion #choice

Why compassion is so important in your life and in the world right now... In this Week's WISDOM NOTE, I share the goods on self-compassion and what you gain in inner peace and self-love, when you practice compassion unto yourself and others. The world needs more compassion; and we all need to feel compassion directed towards ourself; more readily. ... Let this video remind you of how compassion is healing; and how your compassion directed unto others or yourself, will always ignite within you, much inner peace and love. It's a beautiful experience to open yourself to.... Namaste!! xo timestamps: Compassion is... :036 | Why do we need compassion? :044 | This is how to express compassion to another: 1:06 | Compassion must be felt in your heart. 1:54 | Can you make a commitment to express compassion more readily? 2:31 | Compassion opens you to light. 2:49 | Why we all need to become better at expressing and experiencing compassion.... 4:08 | Compassion is love. 4:40 | How compassion heals you. 5:09 | YOUR HOMEWORK 5:54 | My compassion experience... 7:00 | Compassion IS Love: The WISDOM podcast S2 E16: 10:03 | For free access to many more guided meditations and mindfulness teachings, please visit The Wisdom Archives here: https://www.dorothyratusny.com/wisdom-archives-meditations/ /// JOIN ME for more LOVE HERE... // website: https://dorothyratusny.com // instagram: https://instagram.com/dorothyratusny/ // twitter: https://twitter.com/DorothyRatusny // youtube: https://youtube.com/user/DorothyRatusny // facebook: https://facebook.com/ratusnydorothy/ // soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dorothyratusny // insight timer (app): https://insighttimer.com/dorothyratusny // aura (app): https://www.aurahealth.io/ /// SHARE IN THE LOVE... Follow the link below to receive my written WISDOM Notes (and a few other important gifts of 'love' that I share only via email) in your inbox each week! // https://www.dorothyratusny.com/wisdom-resourc/wisdom-notes/ Find this Week's WISDOM NOTE here: https://www.dorothyratusny.com/theultimateselflovetoolkit-/ Namaste! xo dorothy ___

How Your Life Changes With Self-Compassion | WISDOM NOTES for the Week of August 23rd 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//how-your-life-changes-with-self-compas

In the literature on chakras, the energy of your anahata or heart chakra is said to be green; and represents the ability to give and receive love, compassion, empathy; and it is what drives our desire to be of service to others; to offer loving-kindness. Activating your heart chakra is how you feel greater self-love and love for others. Your heart chakra is located in the centre of your chest. If you have listened to some of my guided meditations that relate to the expr...ession of love and self-love, you may notice that I always refer to your heart centre as a place of focus and ‘to feel expansive and free’. This is so that during meditation, you may simultaneously activate the energy of your heart chakra; to open it; to allow healing; and to feel these soothing effects as you are led through the (meditation) practice. There is also another colour; that of light pink (or as it is sometimes referred to as ‘baby’ pink); that is associated with this chakra; and an awakening of the spiritual energy of love. The color pink may be what you envision as you direct love unto yourself; and as you practice self-care and attend to your needs. You might think of this beautiful color pink as both what you see in your heart centre and also to surround yourself with this colour. You may want to fill your entire being with this beautiful colour of light; and as you do, to witness this light; to notice what you feel, and to imagine it as unconditional, spiritual love directed unto yourself. I also recommend to students that we are of this beautiful energy. It exists in all of us. #thepurposeoflove #thecolouroflove #loveis #blogger #thewisdomblog #blogginglove #truth #truthserum #heartchakra #anahata #anahatachakra #heartopen #heartenergy @heartmathinstitute #heartmath #unconditionallove #unconditionallove

I wanted to create a short and simple practice meditation that allowed for imagination; for what you may witness of the present moment... and the reminder that when we meditate it is about being present to what is'; to what you notice and take in of your surroundings. These precious moments lead you into gratitude and wonder. When you close your eyes, it could be the sun shining through the treetops (as in my view each morning) or any other scene that you are witness to (in y...our mind or in your outer environment). The important thing is to take everything in with your senses. (Whether imagination of something remarkable or the simple beauty to be found in your backyard.) I hope that you find this meditation to be simple and easy to replicate at any time on your own. The Practice: In this experiential mindfulness meditation, you develop your ability to hold presence; to the simple noticing of life unfolding, moment by moment. The Simplicity: Perfect for when you recognize a need to hold presence in 'now'; and to witness the beauty of life all around you. Enjoy! You can find this meditation in The Wisdom Archives. [Post date: August 21, 2020]. The WISDOM Archives has been created as a digital healing sanctuary, where you can take a break, catch your breath, and return inward for some soul re-fuelling. https://www.dorothyratusny.com/wisdom-archives-meditations/ /// JOIN ME for LOVE HERE... + website: https://dorothyratusny.com + instagram: https://instagram.com/dorothyratusny/ + twitter: https://twitter.com/DorothyRatusny + youtube: https://youtube.com/user/DorothyRatusny + facebook: https://facebook.com/ratusnydorothy/ + soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dorothyratusny + insight timer (app): https://insighttimer.com/dorothyratusny + aura (app): https://www.aurahealth.io/ /// SHARE IN THE LOVE... Follow the link below to receive my written WISDOM Notes (and a few other important gifts of 'love' that I share only via email) in your inbox each week! + https://www.dorothyratusny.com/wisdom-resourc/wisdom-notes/ MUSIC: Eternell, 'Auryn' https://eternell.net/

This IS a Self-Love Movement | WISDOM NOTES for the Week of August 16th 2020 - https://mailchi.mp//this-is-a-self-love-movement-wisdom-no + I Guide You In A Self-Love Meditation