'the reconnect' newsletter

October 2010
Hello Friends!

In Canada, we celebrated Thanks Giving this month. It reminded me of all the things I am grateful for including my great health, family, friends, my soul family and tribe and you. You allow me to live my soul purpose, for which I thank you from my heart.

Have you ever thought about being grateful for things or situations in your life that are not so good? I've been playing and meditating on this interesting question. When we face challenges and tough times, we have the opportunity to grow, learn and be reminded of our life purpose. It's easy being happy when everything around you is great but what about when it's all hitting the fan and you feel far from happy? What if for no apparent 'good' reason, you still feel unhappy, or unable to cope or depressed?

Trust there is a reason for everything. Firstly, acknowledge that there is something there, not something wrong, but something to learn so don't fear it and don't give yourself a hard time. It's all as it should be. Remember to keep telling yourself that you are perfect exactly the way that you are and that you love yourself. This way you'll keep and attract the energy of love and support. Do whatever it takes for you to reconnect to your soul, such as meditation, yoga, going outside in nature, painting etc. Ask what your body and soul is telling you. Ask all your angels, guides and Source for guidance, courage and clarity too. Trust what you get through thoughts, feelings, visions or hearing. I find it's the first things that come to me, before my ego has a chance to sabotage my wisdom.

Once you are in that state of alignmnet and love, it's easy to have a true perspective on what is going on. Then you have the choice to act according to the guidance such as forgiving yourself and others. Let go of all worries, guilt and fear to Source, your angels and guides.

Look for the gift in every situation. Try seeing challenges as life lessons. As we learn them we grow and become more enlightened, peaceful and joyful.

Without challenges we would never grow. What do you think would happen if we thank them for being gentle and giving us the opportunity to grow and complete karma? As we create our every moment by our feelings, thoughts and words, then, of course, our 'challenges' would be gentle and give us the opportunity to grow and complete karma.

When I look back at my own life and recollect the major challenges I have faced, each one of them has been a gift. Yes, they have hurt me, made me cry, angry, desperate, depressed, and even an alcoholic for a time. But I came through them being stronger and more conscious, loving, forgiving, compassionate, empowered, peaceful and joyful. I am deeply grateful for these gifts.

I look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming community events, where we co-create the space and support for healing and learning our life lessons. If you are local then I hope to see you. If you are somewhere else in the world then I hope to connect in other ways, perhaps via our internet radio show with Gail Bongalis. For more details, please visit our events page. It would be an honour to empower you to see the gifts in your 'challenges'.


Reconnect with Rachel, Audience Reading at Utopia, North Vancouver, Wednesday 20 October, 7 - 9:00pm

Join Rachel, an International Intuitive Healer/Teacher, certified Medium and Angel Therapy Practitioner® for an inspiring, empowering and fascinating evening of communicating with the spiritual realm. Rachel uses her authentic psychic gifts, including clairvoyance, to reconnect you with your own inner power and team of Spirit, angels, guides and departed loved ones. She channels loving messages for you and those you love. For more details, please visit our events page.

Beyond The Garden Show of Paintings by Anna Gelbert, Thursday 21 October, 7 - 9:00pm

Join and support Anna, one of our communities' leading light and gifted artist. Be inspired, empowered and transformed by her beautiful art and energy. Celebrate with us at Casa Del Cafe at 116, East 14th Street, North Vancouver, 604 983 2223.

Reconnect Community Evening/Angel Gathering, North Vancouver, Thursday 28 October, 7pm

Are you feeling challenged? Join like-minded friends in an informal, fun, relaxed and safe space to meditate and share spiritual and angelic experiences, ideas and stories. This month we will be sharing our stories of how our challenges become gifts of spiritual growth and awakening. For more details, please visit our events page.

Reconnect with Rachel, Free Radio Readings/Healing Monday November 8, 6pm - 7pm (PST) Gail Bonglis' Universal Hope Show on Spirit Quest Radio.

Join Rachel, an International Intuitive Healer, Teacher, certified Medium, and Angel Therapy Practitioner®, for an inspiring, empowering and entertaining radio show communicating with the Spiritual Realm. Rachel uses her authentic intuitive healing gifts, including clairvoyance, to reconnect you with your own inner power, love and team of Spirit, angels, guides and departed loved ones. She channels loving messages and healing for you and those you love. Call 201 793 9022 for a live, free reading/healing.For more details, please visit our events page.


With love, light and community, Rachel