Standing in your truth is one of the most empowering and healing things you can include your self care routine. Be proactive in your own truth and sovereignty while being mindful that growth may cause discomfort at times within the vessel.

Others opinions and fears are not your responsibility or burden.

Your value is not based upon anyone else’s level of “understanding or expertise”. What is value and what does it mean to you?

Take responsibility for the energy you bring into any space, be aware of it, own it, continue to grow and keep moving forward. Do an energy check frequently!

The earth provides all we need to heal. Be open and flexible to the possibility of accepting change, trying something new, and accessing all that is available to us naturally, mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually with discernment.

Listen to your body’s messages. Our bodies are integrating energies and changing, they are being challenged and upgraded. Some of us are exhausted and some are buzzing vibrationally. What are you vibrating out to the world and what are you absorbing vibrationally?

If you’re tired rest, if you’re hungry eat. Eat natural unprocessed foods. You may notice that your tastes for foods are changing and that your body may not require or want certain foods any more. Remember to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.

There is a proper way on using the words “the higher self”, the term “higher self” refers to a separation within the self as a whole. We must be mindful when using this wording of language while integrating. We are one within our own bodies now.

New perspectives and awareness around health and healing are all around us energetically.

We are spiritually detoxifying, cleansing and recycling to a lighter purer vessel. Connections with the earth’s healing modalities are grounding and harmonize our bodies naturally.

Do not sacrifice yourself or your health for others. There are energies available for us to use from a natural perspective.

Be open to ALL of the solutions available, especially holistically, such as reiki, acupuncture, plant healing, breath work, music, and vibrational frequency healing.

Some may be feeling a physical breakdown of their bodies. What is your body telling you? What do you need? How do you support yourself? Are you nourishing your body’s needs mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually? Are you BREAKING DOWN OR REPAIRING? Are you UPGRADING & PREPARING TO MOVE FORWARD TOWARDS A SOURCE LIGHT FREQUENCY ENERGY BEING?

Surround yourself with people who support you and see you for who you are, not who they want you to be. Do not let others tell you who you should be because you already know deep within what “feels” right to you. You will “birth” your own unique self through your own personal experiences.

Be mindful of your body’s messages and needs, it never lies to you! Trust in yourself and be well.✨

I’m Surprising Myself at 60! Where Are You BREATHING in Surprises in Your Soul’s Journey of Living the Life of an Empowered Radiant Woman in 2024?

At 60 years old I find myself embracing change, welcoming it, embodying it, and relishing every shimmering, glimmering, glorious, glittery, mystical, magical, and mysterious moment of it! Awww…BOOM! This is what joy feels like, this is when happiness blossoms within us, sneaking in silently thru our dreams in the middle of the night and surprising us unexpectedly out of left field! It’s like waking up to the fragrance of a beautiful flower that has bloomed overnight. Jasmine…it was jasmine, night jasmine, in the middle of the day where there was no jasmine seen growing.

I’ve been waiting for this all my life! The freedom, the joy, the happiness, the love, and the peace! I had finally remembered what I had forgotten how to feel…it was a lightning striking moment and time stood still for just that one moment and let me experience it all! Some may call me crazy, so let them I say because we must experience it to understand it, grow from it, flow with it, and let the light within radiate out of it!

Stepping into the next stage of my souls journey at 60 years old has been exciting, exhilarating, enlightening and FREEING! I find myself embracing change, welcoming it, embodying it, and relishing every shimmering, glimmering, glorious, glittery, mystical, magical, and mysterious moment of it! But it didn’t always feel this way…! You must totally surrender 100% of everything to Spirit! You must trust and allow the process of integration to take place without questioning it!

When you truly let go and let God without any preconceived expectations things just all of a sudden start flow again…flow like the cool waters down this beautiful spiritual healing mountain and thru my back yard, where I am mesmerized by it’s presence daily and it constantly reminds me to stay in flow and sparkle like the sun and the moon reflecting on the water in the ravine below my backyard balcony. This mountain, Bell’s Mountain, comes with a legend that it carries wisdom and heals the soul. I didn’t know that when I was called to come here for personal reasons, but I do believe it because I have experienced it. Bell’s Mountain has also taught me that there will always be a higher mountain to climb as humans yearn to climb higher and higher to gain a “better or clearer” perspective. The natives that lived here before, and their ancestors that still do, believed that the higher they climbed, the closer their soul would be to Spirit and I can understand that feeling now as it resonates deeply within my soul. The whispers of the mountains are carried thru the winds along with the songs of birds. The Eagles fly higher, the air is cleaner, sight is clearer, clean water flows freely and a Great Spirit touches and lives within everyone who comes here. The sun rises gloriously and the moon shines brightly thru the valleys showing us that once again that wisdom comes within and it’s our connection with nature that guides us to walk with hand in hand with Spirit. When you sit and observe the animals, embrace the changing of the seasons and understand there are reasons beyond our human understanding for everything, you embody and fully connect with Mother Earth and she is our greatest teacher.

With age comes unexplainable wisdom and wisdom has shown me that there will always be a higher peak to climb, but perspective and introspective are seen, felt, and delivered thru trusting in one’s self, nature, and Spirit, not by seeking and climbing the highest peak only to get to the top and turn around and see yet a higher one! We must accept where we are from moment to moment and spend a bit of time in each space of understanding and allow grace to enter for our highest good and the good of all.

I have discovered a newfound sense of FREEDOM! My heart is wide open to give and receive love to all with a generous spirit. Yes, ALL! The good, the bad, and the ugly… If we truly are all connected, when we judge others we are also judging ourselves and Spirit has not only shown me that we are connected, its let me feel it, taste it, smell it, touch it, see it again, and share it. My mind is open to the infinite possibilities and I have found my PEACE! My eyes are wide open and my vision is clear, yet it still sees with child-like curiosity and my opened heart flows with love filling other hearts as well while carefully maintaining and balancing enough energy for myself.

My brain still feels 21, and my beautifully blessed aging body has taught me how to embrace aging with ancient wisdom and grace and I am grateful to be reminded of the beauty within each moment. This body has carried three babies and birthed 2 new souls into this timeline. It has carried the essence of my being throughout many years of trials. It also reminds me that I have now become aware that I am a Crone, a carrier of learned wisdom brought forth by many generations before me. I am humbled and honored by the very thought of it, but seriously…who would have ever thought I would be a crone, a carrier of wisdom and light, a spiritual warrior, a seer, a transformational artist, a writer, a teacher, a messenger of spirit, a broadcaster, a protector, a presence, and a gifted healer?!

During a severe illness God/Spirit took me beyond the earthly plain, I felt my soul float out of my body to an indescribable place where I experienced such complete and utter love, peace, a pain-free place of understanding like never before, I saw my father and he said “it’s not your time yet kid” and then I woke up back in my human skin in shock and I was totally pissed! How dare Spirit do this to me?! How dare Spirit make me lose my daddy not once, but twice! The child within me mourned, yet again. I was unconsolable and spiraled into a deep depression. I asked over and over with no response from Spirit or my guides for months and months, I lost faith, I felt alone in a house full of people telling me to get my shit together. Finally the whispers came in the dark of the night, and I am reminded of the Ho’oponopono prayer and the Footprints in the Sand, Spirit never left me, I lost faith in Spirit! You must experience the pain of healing in order to understand and heal others with an open loving, compassionate, and judgement free heart. The student becomes the teacher and the teacher becomes the student, there is always, always an energy exchange and a healing taking place whether you’re aware of it or not!

I’ve always said we weren’t born with a handbook or manual, so if we’re truly broken, or feel broken, we don’t always know how to “fix” or “repair” ourselves, or so I believed at one time. And are we ever really broken or do we just feel this way because we have become disconnected from the Spirit/God within ourselves? It’s easy to blame others for our own fuck-ups, owning our own mistakes is hard! It requires standing in front of the mirror really seeing, feeling, and experiencing the consequences of our own actions, while dragging along a few ancestors and their wounded baggage with us as well! That baggage gets heavy slowly over time until we can’t carry it any longer and feel completely broken, finding ourselves down on our knees and begging the Heavenly God above to divinely direct us or take us home…and what and where is home…?

I can’t write this any further and not think about Astrology, Numerology, Human Design, Tarot, Angels, Oracles, my channeling, my gift of sight, my Guides, God and Spirit, because these things have helped me to grow and expand beyond the endless veils and boundaries outside of what I thought were my safe, secure, comfortable places deep within my soul. I can feel the energy of each planet in almost every word written within this “story” I call my TRUTH. We are born with a blueprint, a map, a destiny and we are all given instructions! We just need to remember how to learn how to navigate, integrate, and learn the language!

I was supposed to be a lawyer, a teacher, marine biologist, an astronaut, or an Egyptian archaeologist! And yet, out of nowhere I have become a fucking spiritual Einstein! A Genius! Yes, that’s me! I’m owning it and wearing it proudly because God knows I DESERVE it, I earned it, paid for it in many ways, cried many days, and wore it like a pair of shackles barely able to walk, speak, or eat for many years! I detached from myself, my body, I was starving myself to death, I was ailing and failing me to the point of physical death, yet here I am whole and telling this almost unbelievable story of transformation.

I have now replaced my armor, my pain, at times my self-induced suffering, and my tragedy with my badge of honor, my crown, my magic wand, my fucking flowing sky blue chiffon Cinderella gown, and my gaudy sequined ruby red shoes! Whoever said Spirit doesn’t have a sense of humor hasn’t experienced growth, transformation, trauma, or been served their own plate of shit at least once and fully ingested it and digested it “wholely” in every way. How did I get here where I am now?…I got here with a lot of hard work, walking the shadows of darkness, many times not knowing in my knowing if I would come out of the shadows whole again. I had to have faith, trust, and unbelievable strength when I felt my most vulnerable and weak.

As I write this, Whitney Houston’s song “The Greatest Love” is playing in my head. Spirit often communicates with me thru music that inspires me and guides me and Spirit never lets me down! The only time I have been let down is when I didn’t show up for myself because I didn’t feel worthy of loving and trusting in myself enough, yet I gave every ounce of my energy away to others, leaving myself feeling drained, exhausted, resentful, and full of rage. Read that sentence again! The only time I have been let down is when I didn’t show up for myself because I didn’t feel worthy of loving and trusting in myself enough, yet I gave every ounce of my energy away to others, leaving myself feeling drained, exhausted, resentful, and full of rage!

I have now at 60 years old found the greatest love of all within myself, for myself, and now for others as well! I say this without pain, shame, guilt, anger, rage, or any other previously planted old programing or traumatic memories from the past. I can only see ahead, (as if all memories of the past have been erased,) into the light of the dawn of the next day, awaiting the sunrise each morning with anticipation, and wondering again with my inner child-like curiosity, what new amazing thing will present itself today?

To the untruthful, the cheaters, the narcissist, the bullies, the ones who looked down on me, stepped on me and over me, judged me, the gossipers, the envious, the jealous, the fakes, the users, and so on, and so ons…I send you LOVE and thank-you truly for the lickings, the lessons, the challenges, and the experiences along the way that lead me to this place of deep self-discovery, understanding, love, respect, and trust in myself, my God, the Angels, my Guides, the Universe, and Spirit. Now I’m being shown the Serenity Prayer and Arch Angel Chamuel! I had to stop and reseach it! Arch Angel Chamuel, “One who sees God”… A few weeks back in a lucid dream I met Jesus! Again, I reiterate, Spirit has one hell of a sense of humor! “One who sees God”, I translate that as one who sees and feel the love and light of the God within themselves and others without question and judgement, and with no attachment or expectation to the outcome.

As we journey through life, we often believe we have a solid understanding of who we are. Yet, just when we think we’ve grasped the essence of our souls being in a human body, Spirit has a remarkable way of surprising us yet again with twists and turns on winding roads of frequency timelines that intertwine within the collective energies. Are you spiraling yet? And are you spiraling up or down or has God/Spirit turned you upside down so we’re always spiraling up even when we don’t realize it?! We don’t expect these changes, especially as we reach significant milestones like turning 50, 60, 70, 80 and to the blessed souls, many more years, and so it is, and time goes on and on. Life doesn’t stop! It changes, but it never stops! It takes on a new frequency of energy, a new form, a new creation, or a new light, but it never stops because energy is always in motion!

At 60, many of us anticipate and expect to have achieved a sense of stability, safety, and security, a time when we can comfortably settle into the identities and personas we’ve creatively crafted, embodied, and implemented over the years based on our own unique beliefs, challenges, and experiences. We believe we’ve gathered enough wisdom thru experiences and challenges to know ourselves inside and out. However, Spirit has a subtle yet powerful way of reminding us that self-discovery, is an ongoing, ever learning, interactive dynamic and exciting, but not always a practical or precise process in the human minds ability to comprehend the workings of Spirit/God and The Universe.

It’s at this cross road in time and space when we assume we’ve unraveled the mysteries of our existence and that as life unveils new chapters, unexpected turns, and unexplored facets of our personalities we are prepared to face it all head on without fear. I have discovered that we still find ourselves diving into new passions and creating what we never even knew existed within our past immature version of ourselves. We continue redefining our priorities and confronting old truths and programs that we’ve thought were buried long ago, but beneath the endless layers of the onion we find its smell gets stronger as we get closer to the center of the core, and in the familiarity of the comfort in the discomfort, we once again dig deeper and find our buried treasures amongst the self built, but now crumbled walls of self perception of protection and self preservation that I refer to as “the band-aid effect”. Our old truths once again revisited and revised without compromising our new authentic truth, dimming our light, and embracing our ever changing evolution of soul growth, finding that our true treasures are never within our boundaries of comfort, but in the core of the essence of our hearts, because we are NO-thing without LOVE.

Perhaps it’s the release of setting ones-self free from certain responsibilities, the newfound freedom that comes with age, realizing our value does not come with any one label, or the wisdom gained from decades of living in survival mode that propels us forward to question, experiment, evolve, and strive to thrive while living in this experiment we call life. We realize that the journey of self-discovery is not confined to youth alone, it feels like a lifelong odyssey that continues to unfold infinitely, offering fresh revelations over and over, with new insights, signs, and synchronicities of wisdom that appear at every turn or crossroad. The journey changes because the navigator now has a map that has been seen, heard, and expressed thru our new found truth and we have learned the way to the self that embodies healing and discovery with gentle strength, renewed vision, and humbled vulnerability.

As we embrace these changes and rip off the “band-aid” on our bruised egos, we unearth dormant aspirations, nurture neglected dreams, and confront our fears with newfound wisdom, strength, resilience, faith, and courage. We discover resilience in the face of adversity, adaptability amidst uncertainty, and resilience in the face of adversity, adaptability amidst uncertainty, and the beauty of reinvention as we navigate the ever-shifting visions of our newly embodied lives where we have a new found respect in our “knowing” that our soul has become almost comfortable within its discomfort within human skin’s vessel.

The process of self-discovery at 60+ teaches us the profound art of self-acceptance, the ability to embrace our vulnerabilities, celebrate our strengths, embrace our human-ness, and acknowledge our perfect imperfections with grace and humility. We learn to cherish the journey, embracing the uncertainties, surprises, and challenges that enrich our spirit and deepen our understanding of ourselves. What a magical ride! (Now John Legend plays in my head! She’s my magical mystery ride! It’s been one hell of a ride indeed!)

Reaching the age of 60 signifies not just the passage of time, but a celebration of the human spirit’s boundless capacity for growth, understanding, transformation, and renewal. It’s a reminder that life is a tapestry of endless possibilities, waiting to be woven with the silver and gold threads of our passions, experiences, and aspirations both individually and collectively.

So, if life hasn’t surprised you, no matter what your age, I invite you to embark on a new chapter of self-discovery, to explore the deepest darkest depths of your human be-ingness, and to savor the exhilarating journey of becoming who you were always meant to be, because you, and only you, hold all of the answers deep within yourself already.

You need to set yourself free to be! I am free to be me and so are you, but you must allow and trust the process of integrated transformation of the ever shifting and changing of the self! You must find the comfort in the discomfort! The most remarkable discoveries often await us where and when we least expect them, in the untamed wildness of our own soul’s treasure chest. You never know when or where lightning will strike! Let it!

Remember you are loved, you are love, you came here as love, to give and receive love, and to radiate love…

And so it is…

Now BREATHE that all in as I invite you once again, to share how you have surprised yourself so far no matter what age you are!

~With infinite Love to all ~

~Namaste’~

~Robbin Caroll~

10 Mantras For a Meaningful Year

10 Mantras for a meaningful year:

  1. I will practice meditation every day
  2. I will be one with all that is
  3. I will practice forgiveness, starting with myself
  4. I will be kind, even when the impulse is to be right
  5. I will judge or criticize no one, not even myself
  6. I will resist nothing (practice the art of acceptance)
  7. I will practice being here now in the present moment
  8. I will think about death every day
  9. I will look for synchronicity and understand that all things are connected
  10. I will be thankful for everything and live a life of gratitude

Recommended Reading

For Personal development, empowerment, & growth.

A Course in Miracles – Foundation for Inner Peace

A Return to Love – Marianne Williamson

The Law of Divine Compensation – Marianne Williamson

Book of Hopi – Frank Waters

The Voice of Great Spirit – Rudolf Kaiser

The Secret – Rhonda Byrne

The Power – Rhonda Byrne

The Magic – Rhonda Byrne

Uncharted – Colette Baron-Reid

Messages from Spirit – Colette Baron-Reid

The Emotional Edge – Crystal Andrus-Morissette

Ten highly recommend on Buddhism we highly recommend for beginners:

  1. Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind – Shunryu Suzuki
  2. Peace is Every Step – Thich Nhat Hanh
  3. Zen in the Art of Archery – Eugene Herrigel
  4. The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching – Thich Nhat Hanh
  5. Introduction to Zen Buddhism – D. T. Suzuki
  6. An Open Heart – The Dali Lama
  7. The Dhammapada – (Several translations) Translated by Ananda Maitreya, Forward by Thich Nhat Hahn
  8. The Other Shore – Thich Nhat Hanh
  9. Becoming Enlightened – Dali Lama
  10. Why Buddhism is True – Robert Wright

The Legend of Bell’s Mountain

Nestled deep within Casey County, Kentucky lay the enigmatic Bell’s Mountain. This majestic peak had long been a cornerstone of local folklore, whispered about in hushed tones by the community elders and revered by the curious souls who dared to venture nearby. Legend had it that the mountain held within its embrace secrets as old as time itself. The stories transcended generations and resonated with whispers of spirituality and wellness. The tale began centuries ago, shrouded in mystique and wonder. The mountain was named after the Bell family, who were said to have been the first settlers in the area. The Bell’s were known for their deep connection to the land and an innate understanding of the energies that coursed through it. They lived in harmony with nature, honoring the cycles of life and celebrating the seasons with reverence.

The land was owned and farmed by the Bell family since the early 1700’s. Fields of corn and tobacco grew straight and tall, while the sun shown down upon laughing children who joyously played hide and seek amongst the stalks of sunlit shimmering cornsilk. Honey filled grapes grew upon the lattice fence near the house for all to feast upon, while milked cows grazed in the fields and bumble bees danced happily from sweet flower to flower, pollenating the years next harvest. Freshly washed clothes dried on the lines in the warm summer breeze delivered by the mountains blue skies filled with billowing clouds as butter was being churned with a grandmotherly heart full of love. Songbirds sang of stories, near and far, from up above and Bell’s Mountain echoed with birdsong, laughter, and love. Trees grew strong and shaded those nearby, while fields of green glistened each day within the seer. The sun rose upon the morning dew, as the heart of the mountain lit up and its whispers came through.

Generations passed, and the stories of Bell’s Mountain continued to grow and grow. It was believed that atop the summit, a hidden sanctuary existed…an ethereal space where the veil between the physical and spiritual worlds was said to be thin. Those who sought solace, healing, or enlightenment journeyed to the mountain hoping to commune with the ancient energies that were believed to have resided there.

Some troubled by the stresses of modern life felt an inexplicable pull toward Bell’s Mountain and followed the guidance of their inner voice that could not be explained, ignoring the warnings of those who deemed the mountain as merely a fabled place.

As the legend goes, the higher those who ascended the mountain climbed, the crisper the air grew, and the trees whispered ancient hymns that resonated within their souls. Trails led through lush woodland, where vibrant wildflowers painted the landscape in colorful hues of serenity. Each step brought them closer to the summit with pounding hearts filled with anticipation and an inexplicable sense of peace.

Upon reaching the apex, all who climbed Bell’s Mountain were greeted by a breathtaking sight, a serene glade awaited all…a place untouched by time. The air buzzed with an otherworldly energy, and the sunlight danced upon the meadow in a mesmerizing display. An overwhelming sense of calm washed over all who journeyed to this place as if the very essence of the mountain was embracing them.

In the heart of the glade stood an ancient oak tree, its gnarled branches reaching toward the sky like outstretched arms ready to embrace those who came to bell’s mountain. All who visited and rested against the tree’s weathered trunk felt a deep connection and profound sense of clarity washed over them. It was as though the tree itself whispered wisdom that transcended words, speaking directly to their souls.

Many say that in that transcendent moment they felt a profound shift within themselves. The burdens that weighed heavily upon their spirits seemed to dissipate, replaced by an overwhelming sense of gratitude and inner peace. They understood that wellness wasn’t merely the absence of physical ailments but the harmony of the mind, body, and spirit…a balance achieved through connection with oneself and the world around them.

As those who visit Bell’s Mountain descended, they carried with them the echoes of the whisper from the sacred glade. Each knowing that their journey was not just a physical one, but a spiritual awakening…a testament to the timeless wisdom that resided within the heart of the mountain, forever entwined with the very essence of wellness and spirituality.

About The Author

Recently, I was intuitively called to the nature of the Appalachian mountains, their peace, their beauty, their whispers, their magic, their wisdom. After arriving here I expanded my heart and soul family in several ways, including 2 pups named Magic & Mystic. I also learned that these mountains have a legend of spiritual healing and have been researching that as well! I have had beautiful experiences since I have lived here! I know I was divinely guided here to continue my journey of self healing, transformation, and to assist others to learn to heal, embody, accept, and transform their unique gifts and step into their own magical human be-ing as well!

I am a Certified Intuitive, Oracle, Numerologist, Transformational Artist & Prescriptive Astrologer. I am an alchemist, leader, compassionate guide, and healer, and perform matrimonial and other similar spiritual services, along with other modalities. I see and feel into the energy and teach thru my experiences. I use my spiritual “toolbox” to navigate this journey of wonder called “human life” and I share it with others.

I follow Spirits callings and have learned not to question them, although they have taken me beyond veils and into the darkness at times, this is where it all begins! Trusting that all is for our highest good and that God, Spirit, the Universe, Creator, or whatever your version of one of those is “Does no harm” and guides us thru experiences that help us to understand, grow, and transform.

I’m an avid learner and carrier of courage, strength, faith in the unknown, and wisdom. There was a time those words would never cross my lips or flow thru my fingertips to this keyboard and share those words! I have spent years learning, growing, embracing, questioning, researching, and now embodying all that I am and can be! I assist in guiding and empowering others to stand and live in their own truth & uniqueness with authenticity, gentle strength, and power. I believe in Love, Faith & Trust in the unknown, self care, community, circles, sister/brotherhood, sharing wisdom, connection, authenticity, and empowering every soul that wants to grow and expand. There are no short cuts! We must all do the work!

Healers need healers, Coaches need coaches, Astrologers need astrologers, etc.! We are all connected thru the universe and it’s infinite wisdom! We all have purpose and we are all here for a reason and that’s what the mystical, magical, esoteric arts teach us and how I assist you in navigating your unique personal transformational journey!

‘She sat at the back and they said she was shy,

She led from the front and they hated her pride,

They asked her advice and then questioned her guidance,

They branded her loud, then were shocked by her silence,

When she shared no ambition they said it was sad,

So she told them her dreams and they said she was mad,

They told her they’d listen, then covered their ears,

And gave her a hug while they laughed at her fears,

And she listened to all of it thinking she should,

Be the girl they told her to be best as she could,

But one day she asked what was best for herself,

Instead of trying to please everyone else,

So she walked to the forest and stood with the trees,

She heard the wind whisper and dance with the leaves,

She spoke to the willow, the elm and the pine,

And she told them what she’d been told time after time,

She told them she felt she was never enough,

She was either too little or far far too much,

Too loud or too quiet, too fierce or too weak,

Too wise or too foolish, too bold or too meek,

Then she found a small clearing surrounded by firs,

And she stopped…and she heard what the trees said to her,

And she sat there for hours not wanting to leave,

For the forest said nothing, it just let her breathe.’

Author: @Becky Helmsley and photo: @Rob Howarth Photography