I wrote a post about becoming aware of a deep Want of mine: to feel limitless in my creativity. Ever heard the saying, 'you have to name it, to claim it?' I do find it empowering to name my Want, yes. In fact, I recommend it! But, while I've been "claiming" mine - acting upon it with intention - I've encountered a layer of "spiritual grime" that's built up within me.  This is where shields come in...

What do you wish for? Does it feel out of reach, or motivating? Train yourself to uncover the feelings under your wishes, so you can use them to signal the action for your next moves! 

I felt a "storm front" of depression and anxiety blow in to my orbit, and it totally knocked the wind out of my sails for a couple days. I hate it when that happens. But, a walk with a friend reminded me about the role of Setting in my life as a story. My environment shapes me, certainly; but, I can also make changes.

Patterns in our life stories don't necessarily stand out at first glance. But, if you find yourself at a crossroads, facing transition or wanting transformation, put on your Author hat and view your life as the story it is. Doing so might unveil a pattern for your Hero self that you've not perceived until now. Me, I realized a pattern that got launched by a mean bus driver on my elementary school bus...