Ego Vs Spirit World

Thanks to the world we live in, we’ve developed many habits that are the direct result of living almost exclusively “in-ego” rather than in-Spirit. This will stress how to gain awareness of these ego habits, how to immediately protect ourselves from these onslaughts, and how to develop alternate strategies to ensure that we remain connected to Spirit—even in the face of a blitzkrieg that’s designed to take us away from living an inspired life.

I’m not suggesting that there’s a conspiracy to keep us from living in-Spirit. My contention is simply that when a majority of society members are raised and persuaded to believe in the illusion of ego, then that society will develop and evolve firmly committed to that false self. It would then be natural for such a society to put forth messages designed to promote the idea of the importance of ego and all of its inherent ideas—and we’re fully immersed in just such a society.

I once heard Swami Satchidananda lecture about this subject of the collective ego and its unceasing impact on all of us. He looked at the two words heart and head, the symbols for Spirit and ego, respectively, and confirmed that we’re in-Spirit when we act from our heart. Swami also observed that the word heart contains two words, he and art, and that leads to the thought that he and his art make up the heart.

The word head, on the other hand, also contains two words—he and ad—which leads to the thought that he and his ad make up the head. Swami reminded us that the head is an advertisement—that is, it’s the ego looking for recognition. He then asked a question I’ve never forgotten: “Why is it that lovers call each other sweetheart and not sweethead?” And he reminded us not to despise the head or symbolically cut it off, but rather to let our heart (that is, our feelings) lead, and the head will then follow, rather than the other way around. To that end, this chapter provides three steps to help us transcend the ego’s uninspiring energy. They are: becoming aware, cultivating a defense, and developing our own alternatives.

Some Suggestions for Transcending Commonplace, Uninspiring Energy

When you find yourself being exposed to media onslaughts that are decidedly uninspiring, listen to your very first impulse and switch off! Turn off the television or radio, leave the movie theater, put the magazine down, and affirm: I no longer wish to be in the energy field of anything that isn’t a vibrational match with Spirit.

Be aware of brazen attempts by pharmaceutical companies to profit off of your presumed maladies, with advertising telling you to consult your doctor for some new medication. Let the ad be a reminder that you’re an instrument of health; by doing so, your body will react to the messages being sent by your mind. Remember that your body/mind is the greatest pharmacy ever created. It has an unlimited potential for creating well-being since that’s where it originated from in the first place!

Say it out loud! By this, I mean, that you shouldn’t be afraid to make unusual or provocative affirmations. For example, you might avow: I won’t attract any further illness in my life. I’ll never allow myself to feel old, feeble, or frail; and I refuse to allow Alzheimer’s, cancer, or any other infirmity into my life. I don’t vibrate to frequencies that are designed to keep me from being in-Spirit.

Always remember that you’re a being who was created out of love. Write this out, place in a conspicuous place, and repeat it to yourself: I live in a Divinely Inspired Universe. I have nothing to fear. I trust in myself, and when I do so, I trust in the very Wisdom that created me. Convince yourself (as I have) that when you live on purpose and “take care that [you do] not cheat your neighbor,” then you’re watched over by a “Senior Partner” Who knows that you’re both living and vibrating to the same spiritual frequency.

Work at developing your faith each and every day by taking time to be quiet in conscious contact with the Creative Source of your being. When you take time to meditate and commune with Spirit, not only will you feel revitalized, but you’ll adopt a defense system that can’t be penetrated by efforts to uninspire you, no matter how frequently others may attempt to do so. Ultimately, you’ll find that you won’t even bother to invite uninspired energy into your life via the media—or any other source, for that matter.

With the Love of the Angels,

~Rev. Barbara

 The Salem Love Psychic

National PI Day~ Apple Pie Move Over...

Today, the 14th day, of the 3rd month, millions of people from every corner of the globe are celebrating the magic, mystic, and sheer significance of the mathematical constant, Pi (π).

See, Pi is all around us -- it is written in the structures and patterns of the entire universe. It’s in the gentle curve of a river, the rippling of light, and even in the spiraling of your DNA.

The message in this spectacular number code?

Nature is a vast storehouse of cosmic wisdom. Tap the Laws of the Universe and every ounce of this creation, be it wealth, love, happiness, you name it… it can ALL be yours.,

Good Luck!

With the Love of the Angels,
~Rev. Barbara
 The Salem Love Psychic

March Coming in Like a Lion

After an intense cauldron of cosmic energies kicked off March with a bang, you’ll be pleased to know that things are settling in the skies as we speak… but, don’t let the quietness fool you! You can still expect some exciting forward motion this week on Wednesday (3/13), the Sun sextile Pluto springs you into action and sparks your no-nonsense attitude, launching you one step closer to getting what you truly want.

Keep your eye firmly focused on the prize. Do watch your step though… you’re still treading sensitive Piscean waters until 3/20, so you may need to be extra vigilant in curbing your irrational side! Check out what’s in store for you for the rest of this magical month.

With the Love of the Angels,

~Rev. Barbara

 The Salem Love Psychic

Mercury Retrograde~ Its Back Again

"Mercury Retrograde”... a mere whisper of these two words can often send you into a tailspin.

Tech glitches, lost documents, missed messages, travel snafus and just plain ol' crankiness can ensue during this pesky planetary transit-in-reverse…

And, yup, mischievous Mercury starts its backward dance across the sky today, March 5, 2019.

But, before you get discouraged, take a look at this...

during retrograde periods, unresolved matters from your past will resurface...

Your negative subconscious patterns will become apparent to you…

Your past life blocks will reveal themselves…

Your limiting beliefs will slowly emerge from the shadows...

And, as it turns out, this isn’t always a bad thing.

During Mercury Retrograde, the Universe delivers a gentle reminder to s.l.o.w. down and truly accept all parts of yourself...

So you can lovingly break down your inner walls and live the life your soul intended.

Mercury’s message for you? Be kind to yourself, rewind.

This can be a time of immense healing and growth. A time to…

Release your past.

Reclaim your power.

Recharge your spirit.

Reactivate your abundance.

And reclaim your life.

energies around you, heal your past life blocks and illuminate your inner gifts that have been there all along.

So, if you feel deep down that you have any energetic misalignments stunting your progress, any negative beliefs echoing in the back corners of your mind, or any painful past emotions holding you back from full expression and manifestation…

With the Love of the Angels,

~Rev. Barbara

 The Salem Love Psychic

The Year of the Pig

This week, our Aquarius New Moon ushered in the Year of the Earth Pig. Hooray!

This brings a more cooperative, nurturing and feminine energy to the year. The Year of the Pig is also known to bring good luck and fortune. Double hooray!

There's another VERY big change on the horizon as well. You're probably feeling this energy already.

Our 7th planet from the Sun, Uranus, is about to change signs, and your life will never be the same. That sounds a bit dramatic, but Uranus can stir up some mighty changes.

Uranus is the planet of freedom, revolution, and radical change.

Its planetary purpose is to shake you out of complacency.

Its transformative energy is so potent, often life-changing shifts can be felt the day it changes signs.

Uranus changes signs every eight years or so, and is about to do so on March 6th.

This month Uranus is wrapping up his tour of Aries. For the past eight years, while Uranus has been in this sign, you've been learning how to put yourself first.

Uranus in Aries has stoked your inner fire.

You've learned to make your passions a priority. You've re-awakened your ambitions. Most importantly, you know that you have something special within you, and you're not serving anyone by playing small.

This month, as Uranus is in its mastery degree of Aries, the Universe wants you to embody its liberating lessons.

Make your dreams a priority. You're an inspiring presence in the world.

You deserve to be seen and heard.

Whatever your dreams, you have everything within you to make them a reality.

This month, invest in yourself. Invest in your future. It's your time to thrive! (If you one of your dreams is to create a thriving business that feels amazing, make sure you read below).

Enjoy these exciting energies!

If one of your dreams is to create a prosperous business where you get to do what you love.

With the Love of the Angels,

~Rev. Barbara

 The Salem Love Psychic

Happy Lunar New Year's Eve

Feel like you need a second shot at 2019,? With January 1st now a distant memory, have you stuck to your New Year’s intentions, or fallen prey to your old way? If it’s the latter, don’t worry! This is precisely what the Universe had planned for you all along. Her mischievously cryptic course is unfolding and you’re about to receive her biggest gift of all. After finally emerging from the harsh and heavy energy of January’s eclipse season, this week’s 5 major cosmic shifts are fierce. It all started on Friday (2/1), as we kicked off a light, fun and free-spirited “5” Universal Month (5+2+0+1+9=14, 1+4=5)! The same day marked Imbolc, the ancient Pagan festival of fire, fueling your inner passion and signifying a time of fresh starts. Then 2/2 unlocked a glorious 2-2 numerology code. An Angel Number, 22 is a sign you are on purpose and about to turn your dreams into reality. Then yesterday (2/3), Venus entered loyal, dependent and trustworthy Capricorn, giving your relationships a deep sense of groundedness and longevity. Next up, tonight’s (2/4) New Moon in Aquarius urges us to unite and focus on a new dawn for the collective, in spectacular cooperative forward motion. But, after all that, it’s tomorrow’s Lunar New Year (2/5) which will trigger a cosmic reset like no other. It’s your second chance to start the year afresh, your opportunity to emerge as the winner.

With the Love of the Angels,

~Rev. Barbara

 The Salem Love Psychic

February — the Month of Love, Love, and More Love

During my work, it's been shown to me over and over again, how deeply we are affected by matters of the heart. Not only the romantic “Valentines Day” kind, but matters of the heart that are not easy to endure.

Like when someone you love says a harsh word, and you take it to heart. Or when a person close to you gets injured, and you feel so bad for them. Or when you're grieving the loss of a partner, relative, or friend.

Sometimes the heartache is so great that you can feel it physically as if your heart were literally about to break. And sometimes that can actually happen, like when people “die of a broken heart.”

Every one of our relationships is a matter of the heart, and those relationships are impacted by our interactions with others, which can also serve as a barometer of our selves — if we are willing to open our own hearts.

As most of my newsletter readers are aware, the job of our loved ones on the Other Side is to continue a relationship with us here, with their “hearts” open.

Often, the DPs (dead persons) tell me that they don't want us to focus on negativity — past illnesses, for example; or woulda, coulda, shoulda-type stuff. Instead, they want us to go to the memory of happy times spent together — times when we hugged and laughed, or maybe just hung out. Those memories are ours to hold in our open hearts and keep the love alive.

So, do keep those loving moments close to your open heart. And remember that love is, and remains, the single most important mental, emotional, and spiritual aspect of life here on Planet Earth.

On another note, I feel I must say that I also appreciate expressions of love sent via Hallmark, etc. I think it's wonderful that, for example, parents (especially mothers) give Valentine cards to their kids. Some sisters and brothers also use Valentine's Day to express their love for each other. Whoever you love, you can say it with a card.

Many folks, I know, save those Valentines Day cards from years gone by. And going through that old chest or shoebox, looking at the cards your mom sent you way back when, can inspire some wonderful childhood memories, I am sure.

Now, I do recognize that Hallmark and other card companies likely make a significant profit on Valentine's Day, but hey, it's America, and it's still a good thing. The card makers are providing a very worthwhile product, though their prices do seem to have gone up lately.

If buying a card doesn't appeal to you, consider expressing your feelings the old fashion way — by making your own card.

Or get modern with a phone call, text, or email. Or even a personal visit. Whatever — Do express your love on Valentine's Day.

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Recently, I was reminded of a prayer that I had been called upon to include in one of my newsletters years ago. The prayer is about having an open heart. Hope you like it. Feel free to use this prayer, if the words suit you.

Mother and Father God in Spirit,

Help us remember that the jerk who cut us off in traffic last night is a single mother who worked nine hours that day and is rushing home to cook dinner, help with homework, do the laundry and spend a few precious moments with her children.

Help us to remember that the pierced, tattooed, disinterested young man who can't make change correctly is a worried 19-year-old college student, balancing his apprehension over final exams with his fear of not getting his student loans for next semester.

Remind us that the scary looking bum, begging for money in the same spot every day (who really ought to get a job!) is a slave to addictions that we can only imagine in our worst nightmares.

Help us to remember that the old couple walking annoyingly slow through the store aisles and blocking our shopping progress are savoring this moment, knowing that, based on the biopsy report she got back last week, this will be the last year that they go shopping together.

Mother and Father God in Spirit, remind us each day that, of all the gifts you give us, the greatest gift is love. It is not enough to share that love with those we hold dear. Open our hearts not to just those who are close to us, but to all humanity. Let us be slow to judge and quick to forgive, show patience, empathy, and love.

I think this prayer says it all!

Looking forward to seeing so many of you at my upcoming Spring events.

All my love to all of you, this Valentine's Day season!

With the Love of the Angels,
~Rev. Barbara
 The Salem Love Psychic