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Part 2 of 3 “How to Clear your Karma” with Dawn James…

 

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How to Clear your Karma –
Part 2 of 3

I hope you enjoyed part 1 of this 3-part series about ‘how to clear karma’. It’s a topic that has fascinated me since my awakening in 2003.  I hope you find it insightful and useful on your path to self-development and personal growth.
 
WHAT IS KARMA
 
Karma is like a scale which we carry with us for a lifetime or many lifetimes. The scale can be as light as a feather or as heavy as a brick wall. The weight of the scale is affected by the quality of your thoughts and actions and this in turn creates karmic patterns in your life. The saying: what goes around comes around, applies to karma.
 
HOW KARMA AFFECTS US
 
Do you consider your life to be easy or simple? Are you living in the flow? Or do you see your life full of challenges, stagnation or disappointments? If the later description resonates with you, then I want you to remember this:  you are influencing the karmic patterns in your life- both favorable and unfavorable patterns.

The good news: karma is not fixed or frozen – it’s mutable. Why? Because energy is mutable and the energy of your thoughts and actions can be changed – by you!
 
KARMA CLEARING TIP #3

Making good choices
 
When you were a toddler you put virtually everything in your mouth. As you grew older and wiser you realized some objects were digestible and some were not. You learned to make better choices.  Now as an adult you may decide to stop smoking or eat better or focus on some other positive behaviour. These good choices you make help fuel your ability to create good karma.
 
I remember working in an office where a few employees loved to gossip. They never had a kind word to say about anyone. One day one of the gossips came by my desk to spread her verbal poison. I stopped her with 3 simple gestures. I placed my hands over my ears, then over my eyes and finally over my mouth. Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil. The coworker frowned and walked away from my desk. Mission accomplished!  I made a conscious choice not to get involved in negative behaviour- which in turn fuels good karmic patterns in my life.

Be conscious of the choices you make – and try to make the most optimal choice when you can.
 
KARMA CLEARING TIP #4

Forgiveness: lighten your heart, mind and soul
 
Please repeat after me: There are no perfect parents, there are no perfect children and there is no perfect boss!

Are you holding onto emotional baggage such as past hurts, blame, resentments, anger or shame?

In some situations we simply cannot bring ourselves to forgive the other person, but in every situation we need to find the strength and courage to forgive ourselves. Why? Because if we do not forgive ourselves, then we create division within ourselves. That division or inner turmoil is a perfect breeding ground for negative self talk, self sabotage and other destructive karmic patterns. One of the most powerful ways to overcome this inner turmoil and negative emotions is by forgiving ourselves.
 
Here is an excerpt of my first book ‘Raise your Vibration, Transform your Life’ entitled:
 
The Vibration of Forgiveness
 

  • You lighten your heart by removing the heavy weight of the negative experiences(s).
  • You lighten your speech when you stop complaining or accusing others of being responsible for your experiences.
  • You lighten your emotions by releasing feelings of anger, frustration, spite and pain and make room for peace, joy and love.
  • You are free! Forgiveness frees the forgiver. You are no longer enslaved to the circumstances you once thought were controlled by someone else or external forces. You are free to live and to love.
  • Lastly, you gain strength by recognizing your ability to withstand any circumstance or experience—to learn from it—and move forward with your life.

 
Quote of the month: “When you focus on others you create karma, when you focus within you clear karma” ~Anonymous

Stay tuned for Part 3 – in April!

 

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This newsletter if the first in a 3-part series about ‘how to clear karma’. I hope you find it insightful and useful on your path to self-development and personal growth. We all experience challenges or difficulty at one point or another in our lives- some more than others. But the one thing I have witnessed and know for sure is we do have the ability to influence our karma in a positive way.

WHAT IS KARMA

Karma is like a scale which we carry with us for a lifetime or many lifetimes. The scale can be as light as a feather or as heavy as a brick wall. The weight of the scale is affected by the quality of your thoughts and actions and this in turn creates karmic patterns in your life. The saying: what goes around comes around, applies to karma.

HOW KARMA AFFECTS US

Do you consider your life to be easy or simple? Are you living in the flow? Or do you see your life full of challenges, stagnation or disappointments? If the later description resonates with you, then I want you to remember this:  you are influencing the karmic patterns in your life- both favorable and unfavorable patterns.

For example, if you are the type of person who has difficulty saying ‘no’ and you tend to agree to things you really do not want to do or like to do, then you are creating a pattern of resentment in your life.

Alternatively, if you tend to look for the good in others and try to see the positive side of a situation- even a difficult situation, then you are creating a pattern of confidence and personal triumph in your life.

The good news: karma is not fixed or frozen – it’s mutable. Why? Because energy is mutable and the energy of your thoughts and actions can be changed – by you!

KARMA CLEARING TIP #1
Observation without judgement

Observe how others express good patterns and bad patterns of behavior. When you recognize bad patterns it’s because you’ve already experienced that in this life or a past life. You have learned the karmic lesson already.  Learn to observe others with a compassionate eye, as they are still learning their karmic lesson at their own pace. Observe without judgement, without attachment.

KARMA CLEARING TIP #2
Self Observation and Intention

At the end of each day, take a few minutes to reflect on what went right or what went wrong this day. If you are unsettled by a bad behavior or bad experiences – ask yourself what the consequences were of the bad experience. What would you do if a similar situation arises again? How could you act differently, speak differently or think differently. Set an intention to act better next time. Visualize the new positive behavior- allow this vision to imprint in your mind.

“When you focus on others you create karma, when you focus within you clear karma” ~Anonymous

Stay tuned for Part 2 – in March!

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Awaken Your Senses: 7- Day Costa Rica Retreat
Dates: Oct 1st – 7th 2016

Join us for a mind-ful, heart opening experience as we explore the five senses through nature and sound on the beautiful serene pacific coast of Costa Rica.

About the Retreat

Enjoy the natural beauty of Dominical Costa Rica, at Manu Retreat centre – perched on the mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean, with 30 acres of lush tropical rain forest. The surrounding landscape is peaceful and breathtaking, inspiring you to awaken your senses.

Relax, Rest & Restore:

Dip into one of two infinity pools, walk through the tropical gardens, lounge and relax in the luxury of your Bali-style villa or bedroom, catch a glimpse of the colorful toucans, savor the delicious meals made with love, enjoy spectacular sunsets every night as you converse with friends, old and new; take in the harmonic and uplifting sounds of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls as you wind down each evening and indulge yourself in the elements of nature. Pause, breathe and enjoy personal time.

‘Awaken Your Senses’ Day trips – this retreat is inclusive of meals, accommodation, activities and day trips.
READ MORE ABOUT THE ACTIVITIES & DAY TRIPS
Save 35% on air travel to Costa Rica- Contact Dawn at 1.888.767.8423 ext 2 to learn more.

Early Bird registration ends May 31st 2016
REGISTER HERE
Hope you can join us!

Dawn & Ian James
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Lao Tzu is the author of– Tao Te Ching.  It contains many words of wisdom about life, introspection, reflection, personal discovery and natural laws.

Here are just 7 of my favorite life changing lessons expressed by Lao Tzu- along with my personal insights/reflections on each of them.

1. The world is won by those who let it go. 

“By letting it go it all gets done. The world is won by those who let it go. But when you try and try. The world is beyond the winning.” ~ Lao Tzu
“Therefore the Master acts without doing anything and teaches without saying anything. Things arise and she lets them come; things disappear and she lets them go. She has but doesn’t possess, acts but doesn’t expect. When her work is done, she forgets it. That is why it lasts forever.” ~ Lao Tzu
“He who clings to his work will create nothing that endures.” ~ Lao Tzu

To me this means compassionate detachment. When you give without expecting anything in return, then you are able to freely give – from the heart.

2. Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.

“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.” ~ Lao Tzu

One of the most profound statements is : Know Thyself .
I think it takes great courage to look at yourself with honesty and great awareness to see the many characteristics we possess.

3. At the center of your being you have the answer to all life’s questions.

“At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want.” ~ Lao Tzu

This statement really resonates with my motto: All you need is within you

4. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.
“If you realize that you have enough, you are truly rich.” ~ Lao Tzu
“Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.” ~ Lao Tzu

Being/Feeling rich or poor is a state of mind. I have seen kids playing in the streets with a ball – full of joy and having fun, and I have also seen children with rooms full of gidgets and gadgets complaining to their parents ‘‘I am bored”. It’s all a state of mind. You are as rich as you feel.

5. Non-being is the greatest joy.

“Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.” ~ Lao Tzu

I read this a few times and reflected on how we are socialized to give ourselves ‘labels’ – such as mother, husband, writer, sister, son, poet, and practitioner. But have you ever stopped and asked yourself – who are you without the ‘labels’? Who are you without your name (which you were given by the way).  Non being to me means to remember your true essence , without the ‘labels’, hats  you wear or roles that you play.  Just be.

6. If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to.

“If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. If you are not afraid of dying, there is nothing you cannot achieve.” ~ Lao Tzu

This statement reminds me of a Native saying: ” when you live in the natural giving and receiving of life, stress does not exist. “ When we allow things to unfold and flow freely, without resistance, without strife- knowing that nothing lasts forever, we reduce inner turmoil, anxiety and suffering.

7. Be good to all.

“Treat those who are good with goodness, and also treat those who are not good with goodness. Thus goodness is attained. Be honest to those who are honest, and be also honest to those who are not honest. Thus honesty is attained.” ~ Lao Tzu

Kindness can be contagious! By choosing to be good, and speak and think positively, we can create a ripple affect (laws of vibration) to influence others to do the same. Try it and see the results!
 
What’s new with Dawn

Enjoying my first grand child who turns one year old next month.  It’s a joy and blessing to see the world through his eyes. Thanks to my daughter and son in law – here is my NEW NICK NAME  
 
Live your Best Life – are you ready?

Live Your Best Life!
3-Day Women’s Conference & Retreat March 2016 (Isla Mujeres)
Be inspired, feed your mind, nurture your body, uplift your soul and Live Your Best Life! You will experience all of this and more during the 3+ day Women’s conference and retreat. Daily keynote addresses, interactive workshops, choice of movement sessions, and fun socials make-up this “crazy amazing” and “life-affirming experience.”

Save your seat today and be among us March 3 – 6, 2016.

Here’s where event takes place ( Mia Reef Resort)

CONTACT ME for more information on this 3-Day Women’s conference & retreat

Location: Isla Mujeres (Island of Women) Mexico
Most of you know I LOVE to hibernate or write during the winter, and this year is no exception.  I look forward to speaking and hopefully seeing you again in 2016.
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SGC Admin: From our inbox to you from Author and Vibrational teacher Dawn James on keeping our planet and ourselves healthy.

Hi (SGC)

I recently read an article by David Suzuki which reminded me that even the smallest thing can have a big impact on our lives, our health and the health of our planet.

Do you use personal products such as body scrubs, facial scrubs or toothpaste containing microbeads? 

The tiny bits of plastic, less than five millimetres in diameter, are used as scrubbing agents. The problem is they are turning up everywhere, especially in oceans, lakes, and along shorelines and they are not biodegradable.

Research by the 5 Gyres Institute found an average of 43,000 beads per square kilometre in the Great Lakes, with concentrations averaging 466,000 near cities.

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Love Who you A personal lesson:  When I was in my early 20’s I remember trying to please everyone- my family, my friends, my boss – and pretty soon I was feeling miserable and burnt out. Why? Because I had forgotten about ‘me’ in the process.

One day I was speaking with my great aunt about how I was feeling, and she said something to me that has stuck in my mind ever since.. She said “The most important and longest relationship you will ever have, is with YOU!”

In that moment, I realized if I was not happy with myself, then nothing else, outside of how I felt would make me happy. As I got older I realized I needed to ‘love and honor’ who I am – big bones, curly hair, and all!

I created an audio program called LOVE and HONOR YOURSELF to share my lessons and teachings with others. It’s intended to inspire you to live a more loving, confident and authentic life. Save 50% this month. Read full description and   CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
My Spiritual Awakening
In the Spring of 2013, 10 years after my awakening, I found the courage to share that experience in a recording which I later called One Path to Ascension.  In this audio I share my understanding of the Harmonic Concordance, Harmonic Convergence, Frequency, Spiritual evolution and the lessons I learned from my ”awakening’

Its available for download along with a companion guidebook containing exercises to raise the frequency of your physical and energetic bodies. Save 50% this month  LEARN MORE HERE

Upcoming events

Join me Saturday September 26th or October 25th for a 1-Day retreat with my friend Julie Ditta. Drums provided.
Attendees will enjoy :Nutritious vegetarian meals, Peaceful nature setting, Personal time for rest and revitalization

Sep 26th   – Sacred Sounds, Singing bowls and Drumming 1-Day retreat . See Details Here

Oct 25th   – Sacred Sounds, Singing bowls and Drumming 1-Day retreat . See Details Here

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Live Your Best Life! Women’s Conference & Retreat 2016

Be inspired, feed your mind, nurture your body, uplift your soul and Live Your Best Life! You will experience all of this and more during the 3+ day We Move Forward women’s conference and retreat. Daily keynote addresses, interactive workshops, choice of movement sessions, and fun socials make-up this “crazy amazing” and “life-affirming experience.”

Your well-being – it is a known fact that it benefits from a healthy dose of insight, inspiration, meaningful connections and fun. And, it’s these ingredients that are blended together and served up daily at this women’s conference and retreat.

Save your seat today and be among us March 3 – 6, 2016.

Here’s where we will be staying on Isla Mujeres Mexico
Mia Reef Resort

CONTACT ME for more information on this 3-Day Women’s conference & retreat

Location: Isla Mujeres (Island of Women) Mexico
Until next time – Have a High Vibration Day!

Dawn

About Dawn

Dawn James is the founder of raiseyourvibration.ca an organization dedicated to providing education, inspiration and support related to understanding and enhancing vibrational frequency for  overall health and well-being (personally and globally). Dawn became a sound healer and writer following a NDE and series of spiritual events in 2003 that opened her eyes and heart to the world of spirituality, higher consciousness and vibrational frequency.

Today she shares her knowledge and gift of healing through sacred sound circles, workshops, home study programs, radio, TV and retreats. She is an international speaker, green living advocate, musician and  author of several books on vibrational frequency.
Copyright © 2013 RaiseYourVibration.ca, All rights reserved.
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Awaken Your Senses – Spa Day, Lakeview Retreat, Cramahe, Ontario. August 23 2015:

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  • Event: Awaken Your Senses – Spa Day
  • Date: August 23 2015
  • Time: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
  • Location: Lakeview Retreat, Cramahe, Ontario
  • Facilitator: Dawn James
  • What’s There: this relaxing Spa Day includes:
    • Opening Meditation
    • 5 senses Massage
    • Reflexology
    • Ionic Foot Bath
    • Closing Singing bowl meditation
    • Peaceful nature setting
    • Nutritious vegetarian meals ( 2 meals plus snacks)
    • Personal free time for rest and revitalization
  • All are welcome

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