Pathway To Joybook
Pathway To Joybook
Pathway To Joybook
Sonia Choquette
Intuition is the guiding voice of our souls and a natural
and important part of who we are. Without it we cannot
find our way to our purpose and path in life. Without it
we cannot truly discover what brings us authentic joy.
Notice the subtle! It doesnʼt have to be a big deal to follow your intuition. In fact, itʼs
rarely is a big deal. Intuition is more often a series of unending “little deals” that make
life easier and more magical.
Be aware of the difference between what is real and what is actually a projection of your
worries and fears. Donʼt confuse your greatest worries and darkest fears for reality. If
you do, you will eliminate all possibility for the magic of the Universe to grace your life.
The key to discovering what your heart desires is to pay keen attention to the world
around you today. True intuition is the consequence of clear and accurate observations
of the here and now. Such observations, once turned over to your subconscious mind
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will lead to the most advanced and brilliant insights: and help you create healing,
balance, peace of mind and a happy heart. .
Listening to and following your intuition invites you to step out of the ordinary world, and
into an extraordinary one. It opens you up to a world of limitless creative expression,
and spiritual peace. In the intuitive world, youʼll experience a gradual lightening as you
stop living by the old rules and create a set of new rules!
OLD RULES
I donʼt know where Iʼm going. I donʼt know what Iʼm doing. I hope it works out.
NEW RULES
My experience is better, happier, when I trust and use my intuition. I donʼt need approval
from others. My success in life will be my approval.
Slow down and enjoy the moment! You canʼt enjoy life if you are overbooked, juggling
too many things at one time, or constantly playing "catch-up" and racing around like
crazy. Being that rushed will not only dim your awareness to nothing more than a
whirling gray fog of confusion, but you will also miss the subtle, intuitive and healing
guidance of your soul. So take a breath and relax! And if it is not enough to intend to
relax, actually schedule it into your appointment book.
Meditate
Meditation is the most effective way to sharpen your
awareness because it clears away the mental noise and
distractions that prevent you from noticing what is
important here and now. Meditation helps you become
more relaxed, balanced and present to the moment. If
you've never meditated, don't worry. It's not difficult. It
is quite simply the art of relaxing your body, resting your
emotions and quieting your mind for 15 minutes a day.
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gently close your eyes. Notice how relaxing simply closing your eyes feels. With your
eyes closed, continue to breathe in to the count of four, hold it to the count of four, and
then exhale to the count of four. If thoughts arise simply observe them and then go
back to your breath. Don't fight or struggle with each new thought. Observe it as
though it is one of a string of train cars moving through the night, entering into and then
drifting out of your consciousness. Continue breathing and relaxing for 15 minutes, then
gently open your eyes and go about your day.
The best way to assure successful deep meditation is to be consistent. It is by far more
effective to meditate every day at the same time for 15 minutes than randomly once a
week for an hour. A busy schedule does make it tricky to find the time to consistently
meditate, so you will have to select a time that works best for you. I personally prefer
meditating in the morning upon waking and before getting out of bed. Perhaps this
would be a good time for you as well. Maybe in the evening or after work would be
even better. Only you know your schedule and its demands. Choose a time that is best
suited for you and keep that appointment with your soul.
“I Am Calm”
This technique always works wonders when you need a break. Simply touch your
thumb and forefinger together, take in a deep breath and say quietly to yourself, "I
am . . ." as you inhale, and " . . . calm" as you exhale. Allow the feeling of "calm" to
reverberate throughout your entire body. The act of touching thumb to forefinger will
serve as a physical reminder to come back to the moment, and the words "I am calm"
will wash away the stress.
i am calm
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Clear the drain
You can do this exercise whenever you feel you need more time than you have:
Place both feet flat on the ground or floor and let out a long, slow exhale. Imagine
everything that is pressing down on you draining out of your body and into the ground
through the soles of your feet. Then, very slowly, place your left hand over your heart
and your right hand over your belly. Take in a long, luxurious breath while repeating
silently to yourself the affirmation: "I am present and relaxed." Repeat it again as you
breathe out.
Do this slowly five times whenever you want to stretch time. The key is to do it very
slowly. It only takes four minutes at the most, and miraculously it will expand time.
Mini Break
Every once in a while take 20 minutes exclusively for yourself and no one else. During
this time do whatever you want to do as long as it isnʼt work related. Not even reading
a self-help book. This can include talking on the phone to a friend, reading a joke book
or a favorite novel, doodling on a note pad, working a cross-word puzzle, looking at mail
order catalogue, or whatever else relaxes you and gives your mind a rest. You can even
do nothing at all! Let this twenty minutes be guilt free fun time that nobody can claim but
you.
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Here’s a good idea;
Sit down in front of an open window and simply
enjoy the view for five minutes a day.
Ask yourself
Intuitive knowing is actually the art and practice of listening with your heart, for it is there
that the voice of inner wisdom speaks. It influences the way we take in information.
Listening from the heart helps us focus on becoming aware of not only the content of
information but it's intent, it's essence, as well.
Look for what is true, what is real & trust what you discover.
We find our inner voice, and the path to personal joy in the heart. It leads the way to a
broader, deeper perspective and understanding both of ourselves, and
others. It brings our attention to the unseen subtle aspects of life and
directs us toward a more creative, more loving, more healing approach
to life's difficulties.
Pay attention to what you are feeling and be aware of how it affects you. To do that,
turn your awareness inward and look for your truth. Develop a keen sense of how
energy, seen and unseen affects you by focusing in your heart, where your true and
authentic self, your soul resides. Only when you listen with both head and heart and
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listen to what you feel to be honest and true will you have a clear and complete sense of
real direction in life.
One way to better hear your spirit is to stop asking others for their opinion.
Sacred Space
We are sensitive beings. We are just as much in need of peace and tranquility as any
other delicate creature. We need to commit ourselves to creating such a sacred
environment for ourselves. “It s very hard to be peaceful and open, if you find yourself
constantly subjected to confusing, negative and disruptive energy. Insist, therefore, on
creating for yourself a calm and harmonious environment to live in.”
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Get rid of it!
The first and most obvious way to create a calm and peaceful sacred space in your
home is to keep it clean and organized and filled with beautiful things that comfort your
spirit. Everything is comprised of energy, and everything you own absorbs your energy.
The same holds true for negative energy, however. It, too, will linger in an atmosphere,
bringing you down with its dreary and brittle vibration. That's why, if you live in messy,
unloved, neglected disarray, you will come to resent it. First the ugly environment itself
discharges bad energy, and the resentment you feel because of it keeps recycling the
negativity. The best cure for this problem is to clean and clear out or throw away all that
isn't necessary or used, or soothing to your spirit. If it's ugly, irritating, broken-down or
useless, or reminds you of something or someone unpleasant, get rid of it! Given the
effect it has on you, it isn't worth keeping!
Lighten UP!
While you are clearing out, make sure you do it all levels. Simplify and purge your life of
all that is emotionally unnecessary as well. Identify what is yanking on your
ATTENTION because of neglect and clean it up! Take care of old business so that you
can be free to move on to NEW business. Let go and complete the past so your soul
can lead you forward.
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spot will become charged with the vibration of peace and tranquility, and will serve as a
healing place for you.
Music
Listen to calming, meditative or classical music to keep you clear, calm and peaceful.
The minute you listen to music you leave your head and move into your heart. It's a
known fact that Baroque music especially such as Bach, Vivaldi, Telemann or Handel
calms the heartbeat and creates an inner state of tranquility.
Aromatherapy
Soothe your soul with aromatherapy. In aromatherapy you fill the atmosphere with
essential scents that are specifically known to calm and soothe, and uplift-- oils such as
lavender, chamomile, neroli and rose oil. To use aromatherapy you simply put a drop or
two of an essential oil on a light bulb ring (found where essential oils are sold) in each
room. The warmth of the light bulb then diffuses the oil, filling the room with a subtle
beautiful aroma and energy. You can also take a bath in these essential oils and it will
soothe you just as well. Aromatherapy works directly on the nervous system, raising
your vibration and bringing healing energy directly to your spirit.
Create A Sanctuary
Creating sacred space is a powerful way to protect and heal your spirit. A sacred space
is one where the vibration is tranquil, grounded and infused with positive and healing
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energy. To create such a space for you, pick one room or area in your house where no
one is ever allowed to argue or even to enter the space in an angry mood and claim it
as your sanctuary.
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the light in. If your home is naturally dark, hang mirrors and burn full spectrum light
bulbs to brighten it up. Light keeps energy moving. Love yourselves enough to care
and to create harmony in every room.
Rock Star!
Did you know that when a person dances and sings, your spirit fully enters the body? To
invite your spirit in, and fill you with its loving, and healing energy, turn up the volume on
your favorite dance music and sing your heart out until you feel absolutely fabulous!
The still small voice of God is the most direct personal affirmation of Godʼs love in your
life. Your experience will confirm that this is true!
Here are other ways to keep the energy clear and your intuitive spirit singing:
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◦ Avoid emotionally charged situations
◦ Wait until you are calm and centered before checking in with your intuition
◦ Avoid setting up “tests” when it comes to intuition
◦ Be curious, not controlling
◦ Allow yourself to explore without censoring yourself. If your intuition is wrong, say
“Oh well!” instead of “Oh NO!”
◦ When your intuition serves you, celebrate!
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• Trust What You Feel
Peace of mind and personal joy come from paying as much attention
to the nonphysical dimensions of who you are as you do to the
physical dimensions. This means acknowledging your “vibes” as
readily as you acknowledge red lights, green lights and stop signs. It
comes from noticing whenever anything is “off” on any level, and
choosing to listen to your “vibes” so that you can make changes that
will bring you back into balance. It's only when you trust your heart,
and respond to these signals and act on your instincts that your spirit
will remain on course and moving in the right direction.
• Where in your body do you feel your “intuitive hits?’ Your “vibes?”
In your chest?
In your throat?
In your gut?
All over your skin?
All of the above?
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Make A Note of It
One of the more exciting ways to tune into your Inner voice is and let it heal and guide
your life is to carry around a little pocket notebook or tape recorder. Every time you feel
any little hint, twinge, vibe or subtle notion, rather than mulling it over and wondering
whether or not it is valid, or ignoring it, simply notice the "vibe" and write it down or
record it. Writing down or recording these feelings will accomplish several important
things. First, it tells your subconscious mind that you now intend to notice
and value your "vibes." Second, it frees you from the temptation to ignore your intuition.
Writing down your perceptions clears your mind, and if done regularly, it will provide you
with feedback on what disturbs your peace and what ushers it in.
Speak Up
One way to stay tuned into what nurtures your spirit is to share your personal intuitive
insights with loving and supportive people. Sometimes simply being able to share your
intuitive feelings with a sympathetic friend is all you need in order to trust and act on
what your spirit is telling you. The right kind of friend will help you honor your intuition
and assure you that you are not “crazy.” Safely sharing your “vibes” with a “soul
supporter” will help you remain faithful to your heart.
Renewing Connections
Remaining in touch with those you love is vital to your sense of personal joy and well-
being. With so many people losing touch on todayʼs fast paced world, this becomes
harder and harder to do. If you feel disconnected from someone special, simply focus
on your heart and think of that person. Say his name to yourself and ask Divine Spirit to
surround him with a pure white light of loving protection. Imagine this white light
completely covering him wherever he is. See him in your mind's eye as safe, protected
and in total peace. And send him your love. And while you are at it, include yourself in
this blessing as well. This simple exercise is almost always felt, and often that very
person will contact you soon after they feel your good “vibes” coming their way.
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What if I’m wrong?
When it comes to listening to intuition, being “right” shouldn't be your absolute goal.
Especially when you are just beginning to become more sensitive to energy. Accurately
picking up on energy is a refined skill that develops with lots of practice and lots of
errors if you are to become good at it. And besides, if you pick up troubling vibes, and
yet nothing seems amiss, don't be so sure you were off. You may be tuning into a
precarious moment where real danger or imbalance does exist, but the situation may
correct itself somehow before it evolves into a real or more serious problem. After all
energy, and life, is not fixed, but always in a state of motion.
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“Being aware of an intuition is only part of the process, when it comes to living a
centered and joy-filled life. Putting your intuitive guidance into action in the world is the
other part? When you do that you put value on it, and when you put value on your
intuition it can then begin to help you in life.”
“Spirit” Speak
The easier it is to talk about your intuition, the more likely youʼll use it. I call this using
the language of spirit. What words do you use to describe your intuition? Some
common and comfortable ways are :
Vibes
Gut feeling
A hit
My radar
Marching orders
My antennae
My feelings
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We need to pay very close attention to
how others' energy affects us so that we
can take steps to prevent them from affecting
us negatively.
House Cleaning
This is a great tool to clear old or stagnant energy and bring in a fresh new energy:
First, go outside. (If weather doesn't permit go into a quiet room.) Stamp your feet or
better yet, jump up and down a few times and draw in a deep, clear breath. Next, rub
your hands over your aura as though you were washing a windshield and then shake
them vigorously in the air. Next imagine yourself bathed in a loving white light pouring
in at the top of your head and settling into your heart. While doing this imagine
everything and everyone that bothers you draining into the ground and away from your
aura. Now imagine a golden white energy light taking its place, filling your heart and
aura with peaceful feelings and a warm glow around your body.
Get grounded!
Cleanse negative energy and replace it with positive light energy with a technique called
grounding. Grounding means literally connecting your awareness to the ground.
Running, jumping, exercising, touching the dirt, hugging trees, smelling flowers -- all
these activities will ground the energy in the body and pull out unwanted negativity
If you are routinely bogged down with negative energy try this technique to clear your
aura and brighten up once again:
DOWN THE DRAIN!
Imagine all the debris floating in your aura.
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Next, take in along deep breath and imagine this
Psychic debris leaving your aura with your exhale.
Inhale once again filling your aura with a cleansing
Golden-white light. Repeat this 2 or 3 times.
Then carry on with your day.
Establishing Boundaries
One of the most important things we need to learn in life is to set boundaries so that
others will not manipulate or invade us. Being aware of your aura and of how other's
people's energy affects you and then clear it away is one important way to do this. This
is intuitive self-defense, and using it gives you tools to use anywhere, anytime, to
identify trouble and move away from its source. One of your best self-care tools is your
left and right foot. When you are exposed to any kind of soul distressing energy,
whenever possible, use them and LEAVE! Get away from negativity as fast as you can,
even making up an excuse if necessary, such as “I donʼt know why, but suddenly I donʼt
feel well and need some FRESH air!” Do not just stand in the midst of negative energy
and take it in. it will make you sick!
Walk It Off
Nothing restores you to your natural state of inner joy more effectively than a walk in
nature. This is so effective for aura balancing that you may want to incorporate a short
walk into your daily routine just as an insurance policy for health and happiness. Even
twice around the block will be sufficient to drain away interference, eliminate psychic
pollution and restore clarity in your auric field.
Wash It Away
Cleanse the day away by taking an Epsom salt bath, a remedy I learned from my sister
Cuky, who is a massage therapist and energy healer.
To do this, fill a tub up to the top with hot water and add three cups of Epsom salts.
Soak in this bath until the water is cool, then rinse off in the shower.
This is a fantastic way to clear away the effects of wear and tear on your spirit as
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eliminate toxins in the body, and due to its relaxing effect, it will ring on a wonderful
night's sleep.
At some point in may be necessary to change your ATTITUDE and your perspective ! If
so, wake up and smell the coffee if you aren't paying attention! Take off the rose-
colored glasses if you wear them. Snap out of denial if you are in it and change your
plans when called for. Be glad that you have a sixth sense to keep your life safe,
balanced and happy, and USE it!.
Be patient and trust your intuition, especially when it appears to inconvenience you or
upset your plans! Keep an open mind, and have humor and flexibility when it comes to
your intuition. And use your imagination to follow its guidance. Itʼs OK to be nervous at
times, as long as you donʼt ignore what you are feeling!
Remember:
Act on your intuition
Be flexible
Change your plans if necessary
Speak up if you must
Breathe into your fear
Trust
Laugh
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The most direct way to access your intuition is to use your imagination. Imagination is
the front door to your intuition. Imagination creates the world! It is not only the source of
your intuitive ability, it is the source of all your ability.
An exciting way to activate your intuitive imagination is through wonder. Wonder sets
the tone for your spirit to guide you. It gets you out of your head and takes you into your
creative and playful heart. It invites you to explore the unseen world with the
enthusiasm and open-mindedness. It helps you access the unknown, the spiritual and
intuitive side of life and of yourself. Wonder directs your attention to options that you
might have otherwise overlooked, and it keeps your awareness fresh and keen. And the
best part is that it's fun.
Try this!
“Wonder”
• Who is calling when the phone rings?
• Where you'll find a parking space?
• When the elevator will come?
• Who people really are instead of judging by appearances?
• How to best do your work instead of falling into a rut?
• what your real talents are?
• what your heart desires?
We need first to laugh at our mistakes before we can learn from them. Laughter brings
distance, perception and sometimes insight. It also reminds us that who we are
(spiritual beings, time travelers here on earth to create) and what we do (make
mistakes) are not the same thing. It keeps our self-worth intact as it emphasizes the
need to look foolish at times to gain discovery.
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What is the most critical situation you face right now?
What is humorous about it?
The Universe put you here to have an adventure…and will provide all you need to have
the BEST adventure! Keep your sense of adventure and allow the Universe to entertain
you.
The Universe is ready, willing and able to assist you and guide you just for the asking.
But before Divine support can assist you, you need to ask the Universe for help and
guidance. God cares for you so much that he provides you with love, protection, safety,
inspiration, ideas, solutions, and everything else you need to grow and thrive in life.
When you are ready for support, the Universe is willing to support you.
One of the easiest ways to ask the Universe to support you is to close your eyes, think
of your problem or challenge and then say…..”HELP!”
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thankful for what you have right now and be grateful. Gratitude affects our
consciousness like windshield wipers affect a windshield in a blizzard. It clears away
confusion and helps us see the world more clearly. Practicing gratitude as a form of
prayer is very easy and is immediately rewarding. All you need to do is to acknowledge
and thank the Universe for all your blessings, whether they are good health, family,
friends, or simply being alive.Being grateful instantly lightens the heart and helps us
remember how much we are loved and supported by the Universe. Whenever you are
feeling restless, irritable, anxious, bored, uneasy or fearful, think of as many things as
possible to be grateful for to change the energy. List your blessings one at a time, trying
to name at least ten things. Practicing gratitude keeps us focused on the abundance,
support and love that the Universe has for us. It focuses our hearts and awareness on
receiving all that is available to them and reminds us to remain in a state of receptivity
and peace.How you pray is very personal, and any prayer is valid. Pray in whatever
way you want to, and use whatever approach and tradition feels right to you when
talking to God. Know that Divine Spirit, God, is love and that the Universe loves you
completely and unconditionally, as you are, faults and all. Whether praying alone or
with others, realize that the Universe wants to help, would love to help. But first you
must ask.
When in doubt….
Close your eyes…
Put your hand on your heart
And breathe…and then ask Divine Grace to guide you.Following your intuition is like
dancing with God.
As you move toward your soul-your soul and the
Universe will move toward you!Are you:
Being playful, having adventures?
Practicing gratitude?
Remembering to ask for help?
Aware that the Universe loves you and wants to help?Listening to your heart and
following your intuition will instill in you a profound sense of confidence and security. It
isn't a confidence that arises from an egotistical sense of “I can do it.” Rather, it is a
sense of relief, knowing that I don't have to do it on my own. I only have to do my part,
and the Universe will meet me halfway with support, protection and guidance.The best
part about listening to your intuitive heart is that youʼll see more deeply into you and
others. Guess what? Youʼll like what you see.The Universe actually provides us with a
spiritual “staff,” a group of spirit guides whose sole purpose is to assist, support, direct,
protect, instruct and delight us as we work to fulfill our purpose in life. We all have
different spirit guides for different purposes. They help us in our day-to-day lives as well
as with our physical, emotional and spiritual development. Their only purpose is to
make our lives easier, more enjoyable and full of wonder. There are several different
types of guides, each with their own specialty, and we all have a "staff" of these
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marvelous, light beings assigned specifically to us.Your guides love you.
Your guides are there specifically
to help you. And when they help you,
They in turn are evolving ever upward
into the light of Divine Oneness.With your guides help, life will become even more
magical
Your days will turn into adventures
Loneliness and isolation will disappear
Suddenly youʼll be surrounded by love
Youʼll attract your heartʼs Desire
Life will be full of synchronicities
Miracles will happen everyday Especially fun are your joy guides. Joy guides are
childlike essences whose purpose is to make you laugh and to invite you to play and be
free to express yourself without self-consciousness. They twinkle past you all the time,
trying to engage the child in you. They lighten you up, free your spirit, and amuse you.
Joy guides show up at the darnedest times. When the pain and drama are too great to
bear, they break the vibration, release the tension, and remind us that there is no death.
They are funny, silly, irreverent, tricky, and sly and they like to shake up the drama and
bring in the joy. A joy guide is always present at funerals, to usher out the pain. They
show up at somber moments and make you burst out laughing. Joy guides are here to
remind you to enjoy the walk.Things to Ask Joy GuidesMake me laugh when …Iʼm
feeling depressed
Iʼm feeling grief
Iʼm feeling afraid
Iʼm feeling rejected
Iʼm feeling blocked
Iʼm feeling drained
Iʼm feeling overwhelmed
Iʼm feeling Iʼm missing the point
Iʼm causing trouble
I need to be stopped
I need some air
Help me recover and express my creativity
Playfulness
Humor
Silliness
Joy Get To Know Your Guides Your guides lovingly seek to serve you. Talk to your
guides. Give your guides names, or ask them what their names are. You will be
surprised with what they tell you. Don't be shy. Ask your guides to help you in every
way that you need help. Remember that they want to help.One thing you will discover
when you begin to nurture intuition, is that what you are truly doing is nurturing your
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most authentic self, your spirit. Nurturing intuition is actually the art of discovering and
honoring who you really are.Following your heart introduces you to a world that is
friendly, adventurous, and amusing, but most of all one that welcomes your unique
essence. It invites you to experience real power in your life, the power that comes from
within and cannot be diminished by anyone.As you become more aware of your Higher
Self and your soul,
Youʼll make a very important discovery-that even though your mind didnʼt know it, your
soul has never been lost. It knows exactly where itʼs going, and if you step out of the
way and allow yourself to be guided, youʼll move directly toward your purpose in life with
grace and ease. Youʼll also discover that it isnʼt very far away from where you are right
now. You simply couldnʼt see it.When you listen to your heart
Life becomes a joyous adventure!
Be open! Breathe ! Meditate! Dance! Wonder !
Ask for Help! Listen ! Trust ! Explore!
Leap into the world of the extraordinary!
And Enjoy the Magic!
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