When Lee Carroll approached Adset in 2000 to start this magazine, we all agreed this project was not to become stressful. For me, this is very difficult because I feel such a commitment to the Kryon work, as well as to you, our readers, that when I am unable to maintain the magazine as I originally intended, I experience a “self” imposed stress. I realize that I needed to make some changes and adjustment in my attitude if the magazine was to continue to grow.
To put this into perspective, let me share with you a little of my life. I operate a full-time graphics studio in Southern California, where the average working day is over 10 hours . Late last year our business slowed considerably. After 20 years in the graphics field, I recognize these patterns and have learned how NOT to react to them when they occur. First, and most important is to stay out of fear. There isn’t a whole lot that I have control over in this world but one thing is certain, I have power over how I REACT. I’ve learned that your whole life comes down to one thing: your attitude! So, instead of freaking-out and dwelling on the negative aspects of a slow business, I stayed focused, in the now moment, and offered my gratitude to Spirit for allowing me this time to re-group and make changes.
Over the 2001 holiday Rob, our office staff and myself repainted, rearranged and “feng shui-ed” the office for the upcoming year. At the same time, I decided to redo my home, by tossing old furniture, clothes and removing clutter. We also revised the layout and look of the magazine. As we were doing all of this we knew we were changing the energy in our lives. We opened up new spaces in our office and home. At one point I sat back and said to Rob “What are we doing?” Intuitively, I knew that by making these changes and doing it with a clear intention of allowing new energy into our life, we were setting ourselves up to be inundated with work.
In all truth, a piece of me was actually fearful (and still is), because it meant I was asking Spirit to help me initiate change in my life. I gave intent, and then followed through with an action. You see, it takes more than just sitting around giving intent to initiate change, it must be followed with an ACTION. Because I am so clear and aware of this energy, I knew without doubt that Spirit would deliver changes…and the delivery came head-on in February.
New clients, new people and events happened in our personal life as well as business. Everything started to flow very fast, without hesitation. I was overwhelmed with all the new directions and opportunities being offered. At one point I sat down and asked Spirit, “Am I on the right path?’ Is this where I’m supposed to be?
Without hesitation once again, Spirit made it very clear this was the correct course of action for me. Let me share a story that recently happened. In our business, we are presently working on a large project. Our client shared his vision of the project by telling us he wanted to see a historical approach. He wanted the focus to be on old Europe, Italian Villas, and cobblestone roads, and of course all of this had to be within a reasonable budget. An associate of mine was given the assignment to research and find the best photographs available at the best price. For over a week she surfed the Internet, contacted photographers to purchase photos, and viewed hundred of pictures on photo-discs. By week’s end, she was exhausted, frustrated and unable to find what we needed to complete the job. One evening in my meditations, I asked Spirit to show me a way I could obtain these photos without going over my assigned budget. The possibility of having to change the original concept was starting to weigh heavy on my shoulders. I started to question if I should have ever taken on this project. It was bigger than anything I had ever attempted before and I was feeling a little intimidated and scared. So I prayed for reassurance.
The next day, I had scheduled a meeting with one of our freelance artists. She was coming by the office to pick-up work related to the project. I shared with her, the difficulty my associate was having in finding photographs. She casually looked at me and said, “My dad lives in Italy, in an Italian Villa, I’ll call him to take some pictures and send them to you. My jaw dropped. I was stunned. I thought to myself, that sure was easy. Problem solved.... but it wasn’t over. I had the dilemma of quality. It was great that her dad lived in Italy, in a Villa, and I had the convenience to get the pictures I needed, but could he take pictures good enough for print? What kind of quality was I going to get? I had to trust Spirit to give me what was needed for the project. Although, I have to tell you, having a nonprofessional photographer take such a critical photo wasn’t going to be my first choice.
Later that afternoon, I had another appointment with the photographer who would be taking many of the local shots for the brochure. He came to the meeting with his new assistant who would be helping on this project. We discussed all the critical information needed when arranging for a photo shoot. As we completed our discussions, I once again commented on how difficult it was finding specific Italian photo. Without hesitation his assistant spoke up and said, “What do you need?” I’m going to Italy on the 26th of April, I’ll take the pictures you want and have them sent to you. No charge. (by the way, he’s a professional photographer). Could you guess my reaction? I just shook my head and chuckled to myself. Both of these incidents are prime examples of Spirit showing me that I’m on the right path.
I’ve come to believe that when we are in our “Sweet Spot” as Lee and Kryon often refer to it, things just fall into place. There is no resistance, it becomes easy. It’s only when fear sets in that the process falters. I could have decided to change the look of the brochure, I could have settled for less quality pictures, or I could have paid a high price to get the picture I wanted. Either way, I chose to let Spirit lead and I got exactly what I had asked….”Am I on the right path? Am I supposed to be doing this project?”
Doubts and fears are a natural part of human life, so notice them and see if they carry any truth. Sometimes they are wonderful early warning signs when something isn’t right and other times they are old programs seeking to sabotage your efforts…. Like in my case. Recognizing your divine guidance is an important step in liberating yourself from the habits of fear and illusion that keep you from your source of abundance, wisdom and peace. For me, this “coincidence” in finding the perfect photo was my validation. By using my intuition, and attuning to my Higher Consciousness, it allowed the answers to find me, instead of me having to search out the answer. This not only freed up my time (which is another issue we’ll discuss someday) but used less of my energy, allowing me to be less tired.
So, as I come to the end of another article. I would like to close by thanking all of you for the wonderful support and participation you have shown throughout this first year of our publication. Yes! It has already been a year since the upload of the magazine went up on the Kryon website. We’ve grown-up a little over the past year, made some changes and revised our look, but our commitment to you will always be the same. That is to provide you with quality information that will empower and inform. Till next time…..
Blessings,
—Barbara Harris
