REFLECTION FOR THE YEAR OF COMPLETION
October 1, 2016
By Trudy Parolin
2016… The year of completion. As the fall season quickly approaches, there are many feelings that seem to arise within each and every one of us.
Apprehension, due to the upcoming Christmas season, Stress, to know that the year is coming to a close and there is so much yet to complete, Anxiety, over the past events that perhaps we are still dwelling over, and panic, over future events that are upcoming and yet to occur.
Reflection of the past, present and future is a key factor in our abilities to manage and cope with the struggles we face each and every day.
Almost everyone I have spoken to, has been saying the same thing. 2016 has been anything except a positive year. This year has been filled with so much tension, stress, anxiety, and panic attacks. It seems that bad news was followed by bad news, and that seemed (and seems) to be followed by even more bad news, and everyone I speak to can not WAIT for 2017 to arrive & leave 2016 in the shadows.
For myself included, 2016 has been anything BUT kind, but I do not wish it away. Why you may ask? Why would I not want to see the end of something that has caused me so much pain & grief? Well… it’s simple.
2016 has made me cry, it has broke my heart, given me those panic and anxiety attacks I have mentioned, (some of which sent me to the hospital a few times), but you know what else it has done? It has made me stronger - it has made me acknowledge the person I am, and just how very strong I am. It has exposed my weaknesses, but also brought my strengths to the forefront.
Being more noteworthy than usual (because it was in the constellation of Aquarius), the past full moon and eclipse of August 18th (the Sturgeon Moon) brought a major shift, which globally caused chaos, yet allowed us to witness to the full moon, the sun, and Earth, all align in a straight, even line and the effects were felt by most, in a meaningful way.
Those who already have a short fuse, may be touchier than usual, with an even shorter fuse, where others will crave more mothering type of nurturing & encouraging support overall
Some people will begin to stop caring so much about what others think. They will start deciding things on their own and for themselves. Whereas the opinions and judgments of others would have once bothered them immensely and held them back, they will no longer have that negative, stifling effect.
Some people will become more confident, self-aware, and conscious of their choices. In turn, they will also shift into a happier and more enlightened phase of their lives, which is always an upgrade and a good thing!
With every case and cause, there is always something to reflect back upon and be thankful for. Be grateful for the experience, the lesson, the challenge. For those reflections help to shape you to the person you are today, and the person you will be come tomorrow.
All things that are meant to be in our lives, this is the year to make it happen! Give yourself time for YOU - set your intention to a positive nature, and put forth that intention. The Universe listens, it sees. What you put out, you will receive in return.