“Keep Your Chin Up and Get Down to It.”

LoVe,

LuCy

It is hard to believe that we have experienced more of 2011 than is left. When we look back, we have the choice of what we look at.

As we know whatever we focus on brings in a present vibration. We can get down on ourselves if we decide to pay attention to things we wished we had accomplished vs. patting ourselves on the back for what we did carry out for ourselves.

It seems to be the default- faulting ourselves for not giving enough or being enough. Truth being that for anything we choose to see that is a lack on our part; we have just the same option to choose focusing on what we have gained.

Maybe we didn’t generate the income we targeted for, or perhaps we haven’t lost all the weight we strived to lose since our New Year’s resolutions- but what can we write down that has given us amazing results?

What have we perhaps learned about ourselves that has allowed us to move forward with more confidence? What have we decided to let go of, to give us less burden on the road ahead?

While we can only plan so much for the road in front of us, we can do quite a bit with our present moment, by taking all that we have been through, and bringing the best of that with us, for an even better future.

Bring it on!

LoVe,

LuCy sMiLeS

“Worry leaves you worrying, loving leaves you loving… Choose one.”

LoVe,

LuCy

I have been spending a fair amount of time commuting on the subway these last few months, journeying to and from business and pleasure, and back to business.

I am actually writing this while heading back from business, while journeying on the subway.

I notice myself spending a fair amount of time thinking while on my travels to and from, and back again.

We know that our thoughts create our reality, and what we focus on will always manifest into our lives; as our life- based on our perception of this focus.

Wherever we are, and however which way we choose to travel; be it subway, car, or walking…

Working for ourselves, or others; or both- however we look at it- is it.
We can use our travels and experiences to our best advantage- thanking each lesson along the way, and taking from it wonderful and powerful tools to keep building our dreams into reality; or we can fall victim to each circumstance as something outside of ourselves that we  perceive as not responsible for.
However we choose; we will receive back accordingly what is needed to continue to grow.
The faster we take hold of our thoughts as ours- and ours only; the faster we can move forward with more confidence to chance our thoughts for the better, creating the best life ever!

LoVe,

LuCy sMiLeS

LoVe,

LuCy

Our minds, as extremely intelligent as they are; can play tricks on us.

We have the ability to change our lives, in all areas, simply by using our thoughts to create change.

But just as much as we have this power, we can take all the power away when we start thinking too deeply about things that may have deeply hurt us; believing that this will always still be the case.

It is a difficult task to move forward when we have lurking thoughts that are not helping us grow, as we grow up in our success- whether professionally, or personally.

The talk we have inside, on a daily basis, creates the life we manifest on the outside.

Being mindful in how we speak to ourselves will allow exponential growth no matter what happened, before now.

Marrying our minds with our hearts can also create a better balance of intuitive understanding and awareness that the mind, alone, cannot offer.

By understanding how to utilize our thoughts and feelings, knowing when there is a direct match, our perceptions on what is real will shift as well, leaving us less confused.

We may not all believe that we can tap into our intuition at every given moment; and perhaps we will also think we have, and not receive the results we are hoping for.

But truly, our hearts will never lie to us- we just have to be willing to give ourselves the truth.

They say two heads are better than one.

I believe one head and one heart, working together, is best.

Once you link one with the other, you will find yourself most blessed.

LoVe,

LuCy sMiLeS

Sometimes I feel that there are so many messages flying around my head, with ideas and concepts that can create such magic in my life.

How do I know what to do?

Which ones are the best ones for me? And if I know, when is the best time to pursue them?

When will I even find this time?
We- all of us, are here to open up and expand our genius, allowing us that great feeling of fulfillment that can keep us up at night, with such an appetite for creative abundance!
But when we wake up in the morning, we are so overwhelmed with our daily to do’s, we barely have enough time to make breakfast; let alone make all our dreams come true.
Even the best of multi taskers cannot do everything at once.

And as we are aware, focusing on one thing at a time will get us much further than trying to take on too many things.
Besides tackling our to do’s, we must also take time to take in what is important to us, and what our Heart & Soul was called on Earth to do, too.

We may touch on a lot of different things that could prove to be passionate path for us.

And we may, after contemplating, decide it is not quite for us.

But trying is the best way to find out!

Being open to trying new things, while we are taking on our otherwise prosaic pledges we promised, can not only give us motivation to get up in the morning- but expands our capabilities; gives us the confidence to carry us further in life, and makes for extraordinary self esteem!

Before you dose off to la-la land this evening, take a moment to think of even one thing you always wanted to pursue but never saw through…

Believe me; one moment spent trying something new can give you a lifetime of wonderful.
LoVe,

LuCy sMiLeS

When we make decisions, at any given moment; we can take the uncertainties out of our minds, simply by tapping into our thoughts, and asking “what will best serve my purpose, my passion and my peace of mind?”

Sure, we have to think of the details dependent on what the circumstances, but when it comes down to it, the details can actually take care of themselves, once we have our highest good in mind, with our intentions for authentic greatness.

Our lives are made up of choices.
Day in and day out, we have to make choices, which will then make an imprint on our path.

When we make choices, in the present moment, based on present circumstances; we may get nervous when we see ourselves revisit the same choice, at a later date, thinking we already took care of this situation.

But just as our lives change, moment to moment, our needs and our personal desires, in fact, change as well.

What once was a perfectly sound choice, may no longer best suit our Soul’s vision, and we may make a decision to take a new turn.

The best we can do is to create our life, with living as the best version of ourselves; being the best we can for those around us, at the same time.

Being kind to ourselves, and allowing ourselves to make choices, we feel are best, in the best of times and the worst of times, will take courage and strength.
By believing in ourselves and working toward a sense of wholeness, inside; we will find our exterior circumstances transform accordingly.

LoVe,
LuCy sMiLeS

In speaking to many of my close friends, and being there for many of my own experiences, it seems as though 2010 had been quite a chaotic series of events; however, all equally important in the marriage of all the great to be in this new magical year.

Of course, with ups must come downs.  Though we know that we learn best through strong messages being given to us, sometimes, they are not in the most magical of forms.

What is truly amazing, throughout anything that we go through, is that sometimes, going through or living in experiences that truly don’t resonate with our soul; allows us to take a much more motivated stand in jumping up and shouting out in commitment to take life’s passions more seriously, and making a change, for the better, going forward.

What are your goals in 2011? Maybe more specifically, instead of hustling and bustling over what new things you want to experience in your life, you can look at any current living situations that may need tweaking to better improve your state of happiness.

Rather than seeking outward for a happy place, we can take a moment to understand that happiness is a state of excitement.

Excitement comes from listening to what our hearts are telling us, and then taking action accordingly.

The best way to find our true happiness is to stick to something that makes us excited. It is our birthright to be excited about life, and to share with others, all that makes our heart sing.

Make this year a year of taking your life into your own hands, and shifting your happiness into high gear, whatever that looks like to you!

I read a beautiful quote from the very famous and inspirational writer, Paulo Coelho:

“2011: don’t feel guilty. We deserve all good things that will happen to us.”May you let the good things happen to you, and share them with the world!

Love,

LuCy sMiLeS

“It’s not as much what you give, but how you give it!”

LoVe LuCy

We all know that body language is most of what is communicated when we are speaking with people.

Of course, what we say counts, but how we say things, more importantly how we come across can make all the difference.

All of us have our own way of communicating. Some of us are very serious, or linear; others can be animated and enthusiastic no matter what the topic.

I have been told I am quite the story teller; arms flailing out and around, as I go on and on; and sometimes on a bit more than need be to get my point across?

There is nothing more important about what we do for others, than how it makes them feel.

How we are with those around us, is also a way we give.

The power of giving comes in any forms, not just in the form of gifts, but the gift of us, as well.

The reason we give to others, is to allow them to feel that magic of receiving. The giver gets just as much pleasure, if not more, when giving to those, with love and kindness.

Just as we give to show gratitude, and appreciation, we must also be mindful at how we may be giving, in other ways.

Our giving of less than loving may go unnoticed to us, but not usually, to the receiver.

By doing our best to be encouraging, careful and kind to those around us, we will be opening up ourselves to all that love back.

What goes around comes around; one way or another, so always be sure that what you are offering others comes from the bottom of your heart.

LoVe,

LuCy sMiLeS

Sure, we live in a world of duality. How else would we feel an ounce of success, if we haven’t felt an ounce of failure.

We wouldn’t know what it meant to jump for joy, if we hadn’t yet fell to the ground in disappointment.

Though our world can seem unfair, once in a while, we can certainly take our focus off of all that is not working for ourselves, and pay attention to all that is, instead.

Whatever we focus our attention on will manifest itself, no matter what the case may be.

As luck would have it, the Universe and the Law that comes with it, is very stuck in its ways.

What goes up must in fact come down.

Just as with a smile, comes a frown.

We all, every last one of us, are going to have bad days, as well as good.

However, change our tune, and change our life.

Things will happen that may tear a strip out of us. People may hurt us.  Situations may find their way to us, that we cannot control. But, we have control over our attitudes.

The best part of it all, we have the power to make it all worthwhile by taking anything that happens to us, and looking for the blessing rather than staring at the burden.

Life is beautiful even in the darkest moments.

Waking up this morning, with a huge smile on my face, I had circumstance after circumstance have me taken back by how much positive comes back to us, when we exude positive.

It is the way it is!

No matter how scary, fearful and perhaps puzzling our lives will get, we know that we are all connected to use love as the answer for any question facing us.

If we know that we have all the power to make our lives the best it can be by putting our best foot forward- seeing some of our best moments come to us, as a result- more proof do we need?
Love,
LuCy sMiLeS

LoVe,
LuCy

It seems everywhere we turn around, these days; there are messages from books, magazines, workshops, you name it- all in how to live a more loving, serene and forgiving life.

We live in a day and age where so many of us are aware of the more “conscious” life options given to us, and how by working towards it, we can come together in better unity, and understanding of one another.
Some of us have practiced for years, where others have only just picked up their first book, in excitement for change for the better.

No matter where each one of us falls on this latter to our own Higher Power; we must take into consideration, that none of us will ever be perfectly matched on our journey.

Some will take the fast track, and perhaps stumble back a few steps, when certain things take place in their lives.

Handful and handfuls of us  will have the slow but steady pace, allowing for the unfolding of all things, in a neutral, detached approach.

A few may take it to the next level, and commit to a life of complete service to the Universe; where others will decide that this is not for them-continuing on a more atheistic route, altogether.

How we choose to follow our own paths, is always completely up to us.
Being open to allowing others follow theirs, can seem to be more of a challenge.
Many times, we feel so compelled to offer insight as to why our beliefs are best, we fail to allow the connection, above and beyond this, to an acceptance filled with unconditional love.

It is not to say we must spend all of our time with those, who don’t see things the way we do; we are free to surround ourselves with that which makes us feel whole and happy.

However, understanding that all of us, no matter where we are in our journey, more or less have the same fears, sadness, hurt and pain, just like the person next to us; can help make us see the Unity is always there, even in a World sometimes, seemingly unfair.

LoVe,
LuCy sMiLeS

When we are stressed, rushing to get everything done during the day, it is hard to notice all the sure signs that all is well.
We feel unsure, we feel insecure, and perhaps intolerant with trying so hard to have all that surrounds us, be in its rightful place.  Not only the kids being fed, the chores being done, or the jobs being accomplished; but our emotions, as well.

Every one of us is striving to be in the perfect place of peace.
We go to yoga; do a cleanse; read motivational books, and take personal development classes to be certain that we are on the right track, doing all that we can to achieve this critical desire for centeredness.

I, myself, had the hidden blessing of stubbing and terribly hurting my toe, recently to finally realize how I attack time, in my own race to beat it, beating myself up along the way!
Now, being forced to slow down in all aspects of my life.

The Universe, wonderfully, and sometimes, humourously conspires to have all good come our way, in its own desire to show us that we are, in fact, where we are to be, to grow, learn, and most of all, love.

We just must pay attention, or sometimes we will pay a price!
By slowing down our running pace, and sitting with silence, once in a while; we can take inventory on all the beauty that surrounds us, take a moment to see what we really need for our own happiness, going forward, and take comfort in knowing that we are here; we are blessed and we are doing the best we can, in every step we take- sometimes to remind us that we can do it a little bit better the next time!

LoVe,
LuCy sMiLeS