I took this picture at the Chinese New Year parade in Philadelphia many moons ago. Photography was fairly new to me and I was thrilled to be there, camera in hand.  Weaving my way through the crowd along the edge of the parade, I was itching to get closer to the action.   Hesitantly, I stepped off the sidewalk and right into the parade.  Being that close was challenging and totally new to me but the experience was exhilarating and rewarding.  And it was reflected in my images.  They spoke the truth about my experience in the chaotic, gleeful atmosphere of Chinese New Year.   And, no surprise, as a result my photographic “eye” developed by leaps and bounds. My images were never the same, all because I had the courage to step off the sidewalk, leaving my comfort zone behind.

We all operate in a zone that suits us, that challenges us just enough… but not too much. Our relationships, our beliefs and behaviors (even risk-taking) fit in a predictable zone. Yet, I imagine that every one of us has an earnest wish to stretch into new territory, to open to new challenges and opportunities.  I certainly do!  So what holds us back?  Why do we resist our innate desire to grow, to be challenged, to discover deeper truths about who we really are!?!? Why not welcome that which can empower us? 

Fall is my season of new beginnings so I have chosen again to step off the sidewalk and out of my comfort zone.  This is my journey and I’m nervous and definitely unsure about what will happen…but here goes.   As of today I am creating a new form for my practice. It will be called THE EMPOWERMENT JOURNEY, and I will utilize all the skills I have mastered to assist you on your journey to greater empowerment. Shamanic journeying, sound healing and psychological counseling will be the core of my practice and each session will include these elements. Missing soul pieces will be discovered and returned;  old energetic patterns will be shattered and your energy realigned; unconscious contracts and agreements will be broken; and old thoughts, emotions and behaviors will be challenged.  In short, our work together will be a journey to recover a deeper sense of personal truth and power.

I invite you to step off the sidewalk with me and find what you have been looking for.  All Empowerment Journey sessions will be $65 through the end of October!!!  This is a time of exploration and learning for me and I ask those willing to play “in the street” to join me in this new experience for a very reduced rate.  Sessions are 60 – 75 minutes long, in person or long distance.  Please contact me if you have questions or would like to set up an appointment.

If you would like a session and would like some help in setting an intention, consider the following questions:

• What is not working in my life?
• What feels out of balance?
• What is missing?
• Are there unhealthy patterns in my life?
• Do I have unhealthy connections with family, friends or co-workers?
• Does my life feel out of control?
• Are there themes in my ancestry that I am repeating in my own life?

Also new this fall is ENERGY DYNAMICS, PART I.   During this 3-week gathering we will become better acquainted with our energy:  how it flows, becomes stuck, holds onto other people’s energy and is given away.  Using guided meditation, breath work and our entire array of senses we will learn to unclog it, move it, clean it and retrieve it.  We will bask in the vibrations of unconditional love and gratitude and discover their power to heal. 

Gatherings begin Sept. 21 and the fee is $45.  Bring a friend and you can each receive a discount!!!

Please contact me to register. Certain days of the week are always a problem. Please let me know if you are interested but Wednesdays don’t work.  Changes may be possible.

• Wednesday Mornings:   September 21, 28, October 5.
• Wednesday Evenings:    September 21, 28, October 5.

This time on our planet is one of great change and instability but is also one of magnificent opportunities and blessings. I wish you well.

In joy,
Susan

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