Ok, let me start with what I mean by “woo-woo”. This word has come to be paired with something in the spiritual, energetic, or perceptual realms outside what a person feels, understands, or is comfortable with. It can also come with some judgment as well. My hope is if there’s any judgment you have that you suspend it for a few minutes or however long it take you to read this note and allow yourself a moment where a new possibility might open up.

This past weekend I was in Sedona, AZ attending a seminar with Pete Sanders, an M.I.T. Honors Graduate, author, and teacher who brings his scientific perspective to what I’ve referred to as the “woo-woo”. I’m including two websites to learn more about this incredible place, Pete’s and one that speaks more to the metaphysical. I encourage you to read both.

I don’t know how else to describe Sedona but as magical. From the red rock formations that rise into the sky with valleys below to the energy it holds I am transformed as I drove into town.

This was my third time coming to Sedona. This time I found myself meeting many people who I connected with on deeper levels – from the man behind the front desk of my hotel who I got to work with briefly and who got freedom around emotional pain he’d been carrying for so long, a woman who worked in one of the shops with whom I exchanged many hugs with and know will be part of an upcoming project of mine, to the woman who sat next to me at the seminar (we were 2 peas in a pod connecting as if we’d known each other for years which others thought we had!).

I felt so at home and known.

During the seminar we were given time to explore the vortexes and use techniques and concepts we learned. I found being open and involved (i.e./ present) enhanced my experience and led to moments of understanding, clarity, and transformation. Now there are many ways for all of this to happen, Sedona is one of those places that seems to concentrate the energy so that it’s easier to tap into it and use it even if you’re not consciously aware of it. I realized and honored I was in a space of receiving instead of creating and generating energy out into the world and allowed myself the gift it gave me.

Of course my mind went to teaching in Sedona including 7th Path Meditative Self-Hypnosis perhaps this fall; this way people can experience this profound practice surrounded by this profound energy. How amazing would that be?

Beth

If I were to speak to Moses I’d have some questions for him that weren’t covered in the story of the exodus out of Egypt.

Transportation

I didn’t know there are websites dedicated to how to take care of your car living in the desert heat, a place that wasn’t designed for cars which includes the paint, rubber (think tires, wipers, and the trim along your windows), and windshields. When I started delving into the information it felt overwhelming as here was something else I needed to learn! Luckily I have some months to prepare as it’s now winter and then there’s spring before summer hits.

The Sand

Even with all the roads and sidewalks there’s a lot of sand around here. It blows around when the wind kicks up and it’s been described having the consistency of talcum powder. So what would Moses have to say about how to keep your carpet clean? Me? I’m considering placing a bin next to the front door to put shoes in when I come home.

Water

Like a camel I need to carry water around with me. I don’t ever remember anything being mentioned in the story of exodus that you don’t sweat in the desert like you do other in other climates as the water quickly evaporates from your skin. I consider this priceless information to have as well as a couple of water bottles with you when you travel, even a gallon container just in case.

When the sun goes down

During the summer I’m told it will stay in the 90’s overnight and go as high as 110 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. Meanwhile during the winter when the sun goes down the temperature can drop 30 degrees. Dressing in layers is a must around here if you’re out for the day. Once again, here’s more missing information.
I realize Moses had other problems and I’m sure some of these details weren’t on his To Do list but delegated to I’d dare say the women.

Not in Kansas any longer,

Dorothy (aka,Beth)

When you think of walking the plank, maybe you think of a pirate movie or Peter Pan. First, I want to break it to you gently - real pirates didn’t do this, it was another group with violent intentions that got lumped into the group that we call pirates. Score one for Hollywood.

I was driving around Tucson today (note: without a GPS) my thought as I was looking at these beautiful open spaces with all the mountains was, I am walking the plank – I don’t know where my next step is going to take me!

Before coming here I had fears about all the unknowns facing me, from driving 3,200+ miles alone, to could I make my way in a new place and environment both professionally and personally. What keeps surprising me is I don’t have ‘buyer’s remorse’, none at all. I am grateful I have resources to support me as I transition my life and my work here. I know that going through what I needed to do and BE, as I made this move, shifted walking the plank from what could have been a fear laced experience into an adventure with uncertainty.

All that has happened has taught me this isn’t about being heroic or superhuman, but instead it is about living your authentic life!

Is there a plank you have been afraid to walk? Care to join me out here with the possibility that you too can make it an adventure that can change and transform your life?

Care to come aboard?

Beth

Welcome to Mountain Standard Time (MST)! Here in Arizona and in some other states the time stays the same. No more ‘Spring forward, Fall back’ – a first for me!

Being here in Tucson has had many of what I’m calling MST moments (or firsts):

1. I was offered a job day 8 of my living here! I ended up working the Gem Show by manning a booth for the day for a Canadian gem company! I was ‘paid’ in crystals, a fair trade and I learned a lot!
1. One of the local Trader Joe’s has wine and cheese tastings. I was tempted to take a picture
1. I got asked out
1. I had my first client who started virtually!
1. I saw the most amazing night sky (picture below).
1. I found Barnes and Nobles, finally. I didn’t GPS it, it organically happened.
1. I just completed my first calendar month here in Tucson!

I’m going to celebrate my MSTs by going to the movies this weekend. I even know where the local theatre is.

What are your MST moments?

Are you having any?

If you aren’t you are living within your comfort zone my friend! Nothing wrong doing that but what would it be like to experience a first? Yeah, there can be challenges – new learning, disorientation, uncertainty – so what?

I have tapped into less developed skills and the disorientation does settle down creating a whole new perspective along with a trove of possibilities!

Be inspired!

Beth