@jd1960 Tuesday we had a storm and it was a very dark feeling day, even though I love storms. At some point that day I thought he will win with a blue Congress. There would be balance and calm from his followers. Clearly the blue Congress did not happen, but could very well turn in future election. Also, had a fleeting thought that there was deal made at the last minute in the spiritual world. Not sure why these thoughts went through my mind but they did. I also felt calm, but wonder is that because there isn’t the chaos and hissy fit we would have seen if it had gone the other way?? Still think there is further ugly to go through to finish this cycle. Seeing a lot of his voters understanding now how tariffs will affect them. Are these final lessons for some that we all have to go through?? Life is about continual lessons and we are all here to learn different lessons and have different experiences.
@gbs I'm lucky to live in a coop building (like a condo but very common in NYC) that's basically like a dorm for grown ups (and their kids). Everyone knows each other. We have a WhatsApp chat and have made lasting friendships. I was just in the lobby on my way back from the grocery store and was chatting with several other residents, all of us commiserating about the week's events. A few were tabling in the lobby in support of a building-wide initiative. People really care about our community and actively work to make it better.
I have to remind myself to be grateful for all I have and not let you-know-who, or anyone or anything else, rule my life or steal my joy. I need to get better at that.
@lynn O, yes. I share this task, as I am sure many others do, too. Objectively, my life has never been better. My wife, children, and grandchildren are all healthy, secure, and safe. It just might be foolish of me to let an insufferable fool steal my glee.
My path forward this day is planting new flowers. Let's see if I can grow something new.
I appreciate this positive space where we can find ways to move forward. I live in Minnesota along with Governor Walz and many blue voters. I feel very fortunate here. But I live within the metro area and outstate is pretty red. I am a child protection social worker which I love but is pretty stressful and adding that to the recent election shock has felt like an overload. I try to send out positive energy and warmth through my work, keeping my voice calm and reassuring, active listening and it can regenerate my own energy in that people often respond in kind.
I have been going in for acupuncture and just added regular massage to my routine and realize I have much work to do to get in better health. Maybe this nightmare turn of events will help us form more community, as I’ve seen mentioned here. I’m hoping to meditate more and maybe find some guidance for next steps.
Both my husband and I had a reading with Jeanne a few years ago and have found so much hope here in this group. I still very much trust in her intuitive skills and that of so many other people on this forum. We’ve all had a shock and maybe after sitting with it a while, together some clouds will clear.
As we begin to navigate what's to come, stay on top of your health. One very easy way to help do that is to check with your doctor to get a simple blood test to check your Vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is essential to treat SAD and to help ward off depression generally, as well as being critical for bone strength and health, especially for women. Most of the time, your body manufactures Vitamin D from exposure to sunlight; however, winter is fast approaching and both daylight and sunshine are in shorter supply for the time being. Most sources say that 20 nanograms per deciliter is the minimum needed, and many advise much higher levels between 40 and 60 nanograms per deciliter.
If needed, your doctor can recommend mitigation strategies which can be as simple as finding ways to get out in the sun as much as possible for as long as possible to combat the effects. If nothing else, find a room in your home with lots of sunlight and be in that room as much as can, but for at least a few hours a day. If you're not able to do that, you can also ask your doctor about other possible avenues, which can include simply taking extra Vitamin D supplements for as long as necessary and even periodic Vitamin D injections in some cases.
Stay healthy, my friends. :-)
This morning my husband and I went to the grocery store. I went searching for comfort food, commenting "my goal today is to be in a chocolate coma."
After we returned from the store and I began fixing us breakfast, I realized hubby had turned on the news. We've been avoiding it and I was about to turn it off, but something stopped me. I think Spirit must have directed that.
The segment we saw featured Ali Velshi, Laurence Tribe, and Timothy Snyder. Velshi gave an honest yet powerful and positive commentary on where we are collectively, drawing on personal experience of what he learned from his immigrant father. He spoke eloquently about guiding others through the darkness by shining our light. Tribe gave a clear-eyed presentation of the guardrails that still exist (they are there!) and Snyder spoke about the power of our voice. The three of them emphasized that we, the people, have more power than a would-be dictator. We, the people, are a powerful force and we each have agency.
What I heard this morning was hopeful -- no rehashing of what happened or what should have happened. It was uplifting and empowering.
If I can find it later today online, I will post it here.
I am trying to figure out my path forward. I've already stated what my life has been like in recent years, and I've managed to keep myself relatively "sane".
Looking for sounding board thoughts, thanks in advance.
I live in Ohio and my adult son lives with me. We are the only family here in Ohio. I am pondering if I should move to a Democrat governed state. Not my first choice, as it's an upheaval. My oldest son, daughter in law and grandkids live in Saint Paul, MN. There are a few states with D governors, and NO term limits! Here in Ohio, DeWine is pondering his best plan to fill jd vance's seat as senator.
I receive SS and I have a Medicare Advantage plan. My finances are in good shape should SS or Medicare flounder. I have 2 paid for vehicles in excellent condition. My son is in good shape here as well, although moving is not his first choice either. I could hunker down and wait it out, continue on in my usual way of being a good friend, neighbor, volunteering, taking care of myself, etc. I am trying to figure out how best to survive the next several years. What are others in red states going to do?
Wise words in a letter to me from a psychotherapist friend who is retired:
I am also pretty "mind-boggled", as you described, but
otherwise dealing with the bad news/uncertainty with a
one day at a time attitude. I also remind myself that ultimately
I (as an individual) do not have to rise and fall with what Trump
does, although my heart is heavy with the pain and trepidation
of others.
As Churchill once said, "When you are going through hell, just
keep going". What I would add to that is; "and, remember to bring a
flashlight"; and further, in your instance, to simply,"be the light"!
@pat-czap We have been thinking and talking about that, too. We live in a deep red state as well but sort of in a purple area. We have a good life here. Our children are settled in blue states, but their cost of living is high. As retirees, we wouldn't be able to maintain the life we enjoy if we moved to their states. I think we are going to stay where we are and do our best to be good citizens and friendly neighbors to all.
@pat-czap We have been thinking and talking about that, too. We live in a deep red state as well but sort of in a purple area. We have a good life here. Our children are settled in blue states, but their cost of living is high. As retirees, we wouldn't be able to maintain the life we enjoy if we moved to their states. I think we are going to stay where we are and do our best to be good citizens and friendly neighbors to all.
Thanks for your input. My life here is very comfortable as well. The cost of living and my mortgage are great. In the end, I think finances play a big roll. You have to be able to afford to live. I'll get my flashlights ready, to shine the light. Kinda like Motel 6, where they used to say we'll keep the light on for you.😉
Posted by @deetoo:
What I heard this morning was hopeful -- no rehashing of what happened or what should have happened. It was uplifting and empowering.
If I can find it later today online, I will post it here.
These are the 3 broadcasts I'd mentioned earlier that I watched this morning on Ali Velshi:
A community member sent me this email that helped me think about how to move forward and I wanted us all to benefit from her wisdom:
@pat-czap I hear you! I'm in PA til 2027 but if it goes red I will absolutely be moving to a blue state. Honestly, I had a feeling years ago that it may come to this, but I'm not psychic. It was something Jeanne said and I can't quite recall but I thought at the time, we're going to have to separate. I just know things, and can't explain it. Anyway, I think it may come to that and while it would be a great hardship for me it's not off the table for me.
I just threw one card asking how Trump will do with the economy. I'm very rusty so I started slow! LOL! I got the reversed Queen of Wands. Here's what my understanding is
even if you have all the potential in the world it won't help if you don't use it correctly. It is also possible that someone charismatic has been exerting a powerful effect on you but he/she is to be avoided as they are narcissistic and manipulative.
I did a past, present, future spread with outcome. I got:
Past- Justice-reap what you sow.
Present-Strength-you are stronger than you think
Future-Two of Pentacles-stay centered and flexible
Outcome- disagreements and chaos.
I also asked if TFG changes our country to an autocracy.
I got Princess of Wands and didn't really understand. Anyone? So I drew again and got reversed the Fool.
I also asked out TFG change our country to an autocracy.
I got Princess of Wands and didn't really understand. Anyone? So I drew again and got reversed the Fool.
I welcome more indepth analysis.
@impassionate To give you more detailed feedback on how you read those cards, it helps to know what deck you are using. Regardless, I felt there was something solid about what you got.
Mobilize.us can tell you where the next activist event is near you. You have to make an account and then login so they can send you events happening in your region. You may or may not need to turn off any IP blocker if you want to reach them. You will likely see events mostly in New England at first. But when you get an account and login, they will show you events in your area.
@impassionate I am thinking the best thing for time being is to stay put, see how things shake out for a bit. If needed I could move somewhat easily, I would hope, but I hate the thought and process. I've moved so many times already, but it does show I can reinvent myself at new locations, but at 68-not my first choice. It also ticks me off that tfg is causing people to react this way. Perhaps staying put and shining our light, is sending a positive message. We will not be intimidated!
@jeanne-mayell Oh ok. I was only able to find an old, old set that I've had for more than 25 years, I just looked and it came with a book when I was first teaching myself written by Amy Zerner and Monte Farber and the cards went specifically with that training book. I'll have to get out my old divination box from storage. I believe I still have the deck I purchased from your class somewhere.