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Seriously Getting into Alignment with Your Joy & Purpose

I stepped down as the US Heal Your Life® Teacher & Coach Trainer at the end of October. If you haven’t yet heard this, can you even believe it?

This position was a dream of mine when I took my initial training seventeen years ago. And what a journey it was! Seven years, thirteen+ trainings, and over 100 people certified. We even muscled through the challenges of the pandemic to conduct in-person events!! But (intentional use) my light was dimming. Over the past year, tears of frustration, anxiety, stress, and the feelings of “not-enough-ness” had begun to permeate my being. It was only when my loving husband overheard my tears and said these words to me, that I began to really dig deep to determine what was happening.

Here is what he said, “Sandra, this is no way for you, a Louise Hay Teacher & Coach Trainer to be living your Life. I see you crying and that’s not what Louise would want for you.”

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What Affirmation Did You Use?

Yes, what affirmation did I use. Easy enough question right? Because simplified manifesting is often chalked up to a single task: the use of an affirmation. However, lean in a bit closer and allow me to tell you a bit more about the process of HOW I/we actually manifested our dream house/s.

Embracing the Power of Affirmations in My Life

Let me back it up just a little bit to give you context as we begin. The other day I was interviewed by Dr. Patricia Crane regarding how implementing the philosophies of Louise Hay, which are basically, Science of Mind teachings, has positively impacted my Life. This interview gave me the opportunity to spend some time in quiet reflection. And while just about every aspect of my Life has changed, for the better, there is one particular area that is seriously a fantastic example of someone going ALL IN with their “affirmations.”

Very basically, an affirmation is a statement that confirms the existence or truth of something. In this line of work, we teach that an affirmation is stated in the present tense, is positive, and uses energetic descriptive words. In this case, my written affirmation was, “We live in our Florida home surrounded by water and shore birds.”

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Below is a link to the video interview with Dr. Patricia Crane. Enjoy!

Woman’s transformational journey with Louise Hay’s philosophy

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Meet Sandra J Filer | MBA, US Heal Your Life® Teacher & Coach Trainer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Sandra J Filer and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Sandra J, how has your work-life balance changed over time?

During the pandemic, I worked harder than I did prior to it. While everyone else seemed to be engaged in creative endeavors, I decided to go back to the basics and offer workshops via Zoom. When I began to notice feelings bubbling up of irritation, those feelings alerted me that a change was in order.

I made a decision. (The Universe loves action!) That decision aligned with my core value of quality time with those I love. Therefore, I decided to begin operating my business like the jobs I worked in Corporate America. I established working hours and an official working space. While it is easy to work wherever when self-employed, the energy bleeds on over into treasured time and spaces. Now, Monday through Friday, I am in my office from 9-6. At the end of the day, I shut my laptop and tune in to my cats and husband.

Two true gifts that came from the pandemic are a more balanced approach to Life (and business) and making dinner alongside my husband every day. I think balance is critical to our well-being. Too much of anything is not a good or healthy thing! I believe we must live our values for a truly fulfilling and rich Life. And guess what? I now have time for tapping into my creative talents. Imagine that.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?

It was an adventure getting here. One of the things I am most proud of attaining along the way is my master’s degree in business. Why? Because it took me years to finish, and I did it! I began working when I was 12 years old. Growing up in the Midwest, I learned that to earn money we had to work really hard for it. And I did.

My family did not have the financial resources to pay for college. Rather, I had to be resourceful. I worked in the banking industry and climbed the proverbial ladder. With that came the benefit of paid education. I went from success to success. First of all, earning a two-year banking degree turned that into a four-year associates of science degree. Then, when I was working as a full-time Manager and Vice President, I took classes in the evenings to complete my master’s degree. It was a lot of work and personal sacrifice. Yet, I was determined to do it. If I did not get the proper grades, I would have had to pay back the funds.

That was not an option for me. Ultimately, I left banking when my integrity was compromised. I walked away from a big title and significant income to become a Mary Kay Sales Director. Because her company values align with mine it was a great fit. Yet, I was still not living my true purpose. And ultimately, I stepped down from the Director position. Which was a decision made at the Heal Your Life® Training! With the loving support of those around me, I took the risk of starting my own business, The Happy Goddess®. Which is titled as such because at the time, my strongest desire was to be happy. Now my mission is to support people in healing their hearts and wounds so they can ultimately live their best Life whatever “best” means to them. My work is richly rewarding!

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How Would You Feel if This Was Your Last Day on Earth?

As I type that message so many feelings begin to bubble up to the surface.  In this moment, it is a truly beautiful day.  The temperature is moderate.  There is a slight breeze, and the humidity happens to be lower than usual.  In close proximity, several birds are making their unique sounds and songs, letting me know they are near.  The mango tree is covered in maturing fruit and two neighbors-, just stopped by to ask my husband to lend a hand.  I feel content and, on most days, really fulfilled with my life. ��

Yet of course, there are some things that I would really like to accomplish.  Or is accomplish really the appropriate word? To bring that phrase into energetic alignment with my topic at hand, I’d change that to read, experience!  Therefore, if today was my last day on earth, I’d have some feelings around not hitting the highlights that I had hoped to hit.  

I’ll turn it over to you now.  

If This Was Your Last Day on Earth, How Would You be Feeling?

Would you be regretful? Or could you honestly say that you gave it your absolute best shot?

I’m inspired today by having attended The Art of Livin’ event that was orchestrated by the American actor, Matthew McConaughey.  The data he provided was that 2.4 million people signed up for the free event.  2.4 million people were interested in the topic of changing their lives.  That’s a lot of folks!!

During the event we also had the opportunity to hear Marie Forleo, author of Everything is Figureoutable and Tony Robbins share their words of inspiration.  It was an uplifting way to start the week! And I walked away really intrigued by the comments in the chat box.

Crazy, right? Here’s why …

People Were Obviously Interested.

Yet …

When the moment came for an opportunity to be presented to actually do something to change their lives, the chat box blew up.  All the stop signs began being erected.  Brakes were hit.  Excuses were flying.  And reactions were flashing across the screen in rapid succession like a flurry of snowflakes during a blizzard.  

What Was Happening Exactly? (resistance & fear, leading to inaction)

Of course, we could surmise that inaction could be due to not having “enough time” or “limited resources” or … blah blah blah.  If we decided to take a deeper more authentic look to search for the root of the inaction, we’d most likely find that the root of our lack of forward movement lies not outside of ourselves but rather within ourselves.  

Here’s a shocking truth:

8% of People Live out Their Dreams in Life.  8%!! This Translates to 92% That do not.

Yikes!

In David Nurse’s book, Do It: The Life Changing Power of Taking Action he provides a description of nine action archetypes.  One in particular fascinated me due to the work I do in the Heal Your Life® community assisting others to heal their childhood traumas and wounds.  It really struck the nerve of the old message, “What will the neighbors think?” Here it is.  

The Allodoxaphobic:

Apparently, allodoxaphobia is the fear of other’s opinions.  (Who knew?) David went on to share that studies have supported that the irrational fear of being ridiculed by others begins in childhood.  Being laughed at, teased, scoffed at, and perhaps even physically abused by the bullies all contribute to this condition.  (Which serves as future triggers affecting whether or not you’ll take action today!)

David suggested to consider how much better your world would be if you didn’t concern yourself with what others think.  Amen, right? Yet … I’d suffice it to say, that we all do it on one level or another.  

Louise Hay spoke about this in almost every single one of her books.  Reminding us that, “We are the only thinker in our mind.” Ultimately guiding us to not concern ourselves what others think or say but rather to think on our own as, “Our thoughts are creative.”

And to change our thinking to change our life, writing an affirmation is a beginning.  A beginning.  One small action.  

Yet, if we really, really, really, really, really have a dream on our heart it is high time that we discontinue with the nonsense of resistance and fear.  The only way to live our best lives (if you are not already living it) is to take action.  Make a change!! When?

Now! Your life is waiting!

Today is the day I strongly encourage you to self-reflect and uncover your reason for the inaction that keeps you exactly where you are.  Then identify what could assist you with moving beyond the hurdle.  In the process of going from awareness to action, you …

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Give Yourself Permission to Truly Thrive!

One of the ways I catapulted myself forward was by taking experiential immersion programs that gave me the loving container to go deep inside and get real to heal.  Two that I highly recommend are the Woman Within program and the Heal Your Life® Training.  

Reach out, reach up! I’m here to support you because in my heart I know that if my life could change and if I had the courage to go within, you can too.  

Let Life Love You.

You deserve to have your every desire, dream, goal, intention, and wish come true.  I believe in you.  Now it is your turn to believe in you, too.

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Learning to Receive and Prosperity

Do you Consider Yourself to be Prosperous?

It’s a question to really lean into.  There are so many different areas of our lives to consider.  Naturally, the most common first thought is in the area of finances.  Yet, the one area I notice that seems to be a real struggle, is time.

Ever notice how fast everyone is moving? And listen to what you hear.  The proclamation of, “I’m so busy!” Eluding to a shortage of time or an abundance of stuff to keep one incredibly occupied!  Ultimately creating poverty in the area of time.

How about relationships? Perhaps this is an area of abundance in your life. Partnerships that are reciprocal, harmonious, and energy-giving. Let’s check in with respect to your health.  Do you find that you are physically thriving or could your body use a bit of maintenance because there are areas lacking what they need to operate more effectively?

I’m presently reading Louise Hay and Robert Holden’s book, Life Loves You.  It’s a great read in addition to her classic, You Can Heal Your Life.

In reading their book, I am once again reminded of the importance to practice receiving.  Which when typing and/or reading those words it sounds relatively simple.  Yet, being raised in the role of the eldest child, who was continuously being told to, “Be nice.  Be a good girl.”  And, “Do as I’m told …”

My role seemed to revolve around doing for others and receiving seemed to be something others were given.  If I received something, my mother’s reaction would be somewhat of horror as if I did something unconscionable to get it!

The bottom line message and core belief developed was ultimately that I didn’t deserve things.  Therefore, now, I am continually growing, learning, and practicing ways to receive so that I, too, can be a recipient of the Universe’s blessings in all areas of abundance and prosperity!

How About You? Did You Grow up Learning to Receive?

Here’s what I found quite fascinating in chapter six of the book,

“According to the Already Principle, you have already been given everything you need for your journey in this Life.  No matter which road you take, divine guidance will meet you there.  “I am fully equipped for the Divine Plan of my life; I am more than equal to the situation,” wrote Florence Scovel Shinn.  Florence’s affirmation reminds us of the scene in the film Mary Poppins in which, before Jane’s and Michael’s eyes, Mary Poppins pulls item after item from her bottomless carpetbag. Our real potential is like this. It reveals itself when it is needed and when we ask for it.  It’s bigger than anything our ego can carry.

What about our darkest moments, when our ego is on its knees? When we doubt that love exists? When we can see “only one set of footprints” and feel utterly alone? In terrible times, it’s virtually impossible for anyone to say the right thing.  Words are probably not appropriate, anyway. 

They make a wound sting even more.  You can’t possibly know it then, but even in the most forsaken place, the healing has already begun.  That’s how reality works.  Nothing takes pace outside of the Oneness.  Love abandons no one.

The Already Principle reminds us of our true nature and the nature of reality.  It teaches us that there is more to this world than meets the eye.  Even in a world of fear, there is love.  Even when you are in lack, there is abundance.

Even when you experience conflict, there is peace.  Even when you are alone, there is help.  Even when you are confused, there is guidance.  Everything you need is here, and it’s here now.  That’s why Louise Hay always encourages us to pray and affirm in the present tense.  Just like this:

I am willing to let life love me today.

Everything I need to know is revealed to me.

I gratefully accept all the good I have in my life now.

I release all struggle now, and I am at peace.

My healing is already in progress.

I now accept and appreciate the abundant life the Universe offers me.”

In addition to Louise Hay’s wise words of direction in carefully curating our affirmations, another easy to maneuver tip in allowing our good in, is to open our arms wide, signaling the benevolent Universe that our hearts are open and we are willing to let “it” in.

And finally, as simple as this may seem, this practice in and of itself could be a game changer.  It sounds easy enough.  Most of us were actually even taught this technique as tiny impressionable children.  Ready? Ok.  Here it is!

When someone extends a helpful hand, a compliment, or you receive a gift of any type, your next move is to say ——> THANK YOU! Which is a complete sentence. Thank you.

Our prior “training” could lead us into a story or unnecessary explanation due to our discomfort in receiving a gift.  Often times what you may naturally find yourself doing is reacting to the compliment, by saying something along the lines of, “This old thing!” Or, “I got this years ago … blah blah blah.”

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Resist the temptation! Step one in activating the energy wheel of abundance and prosperity is to receive with appreciation, gratitude, and love.

In closing, let’s throw our arms open wide, smile with our eyes, heart, and entire being, and repeat after me,

“I am open to the abundance of the Universe! Life loves me and I am safe.  Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”

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A Legacy of Love – Helena’s Story

                                                       Happy Summer! 

I share with each of you a very personal story about my dear “hippie sister,” Helena.  It is shared with permission and deep respect for her courageous journey! She is a true warrior (of love).

Life Measured in Moments

A Legacy of Love – Helena’s Story

I felt a stirring of emotion as my thoughts went to Helena, a student of mine who is in stage four cancer. Because I am a firm believer in following through on Universal nudges, I sent a text of inquiry. A simple, “How are you doing? May I come visit you?” Her raw and truthful response flashed onto my cellphone screen,

“Love is what we need. My husband is sad, my kids, too. And like the song, I need a friend. Thank you.”

In the pit of my stomach were the butterflies that come in those character defining moments. Having a desk piled high with things to do and follow-up requiring my attention, I asked myself, what is more important? Tackling the “to do” list or clearing the calendar to hold a friend’s hand? Turning to Kim, we locked tear-filled eyes and nodded in agreement that making the three-and-a-half-hour drive to Delray Beach is more important.

The next morning, I buckled up, pushed the OnStar button, and drove, finding myself reflecting on special moments spent with Helena during the training just four short years ago. I remembered that she could barely feel her feet due to the medications ingested yet, she enthusiastically lead a Zumba class. How when she went for one of her chemotherapy treatments, there was a child without the proper funds to get theirs so she forewent hers to allow the child theirs.

Upon arrival, after receiving a warm hug and enormous smile, my senses are filled with the beauty that surrounded her. There was ambient music, a white candle lit for the souls that have gone before her, the walls covered with art, mostly painted by Helena herself. Ocean scenes as they are her favorite. And the smell of homemade Columbian chicken soup!

Helena in a weakened state, invites me to sit down to enjoy a bowl of soup. She tells me that the soup is simple, and that she hopes I will like it. Gingerly carrying the bowl to the table, I notice that each piece of chicken is cut into thoughtful little bits, all the same exact measure. The boiled potatoes, sliced immaculately, and laid in the bottom of the bowl, in what one might say with the hands of a master. I’m going to say with the hands of pure love.

Love and Legends Helena

We sat at that table together while I consumed soup and stories. It began with her talking in a soft whisper, as her husband was within earshot. She leaned in and began telling me how heart-wrenching it is to listen to her husband’s weeping in a neighboring room when he thinks she is sleeping. What a horrific experience it was to lose 50 units of blood in a surgery to save her life.

How intense the leg and back pain are most likely from the tumor pressing onto a nerve. And that no pain medicine works for her because her body violently reacts, causing her to vomit all through the night, leaving her 95 pound body, tired and frail.

Once the sadness was spoken she turned her attention to recounting the beautiful stories of her twenty years spent in Columbia working to save the children. Passionately describing her days finding families for the children needing to be adopted. Story after story, word after word, my respect for her courage, commitment, faith, and fortitude, grew!

As I began to wrap up the visit, we hugged and looked deeply into each others eyes. Sharing that if that day was our last day, we’d each remember the other and that I’d look to the sky for the brightest star, “The hippy sister star.”

Sliding back into the seat of my car, no music played, only the sound of the wheels on pavement. The two hours spent with Helena going through my mind. The visit was intended to provide comfort. It resulted in being incredibly instructive. In a world filled with comparison and competition, I was taught a lesson through her actions.

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Life is measured in moments. Those moments determine our legacy. Helena’s legacy is love.  ❤︎

A GoFundMe page was created for Helena by Starr Goddess to assist with her family with medical expenses: Helena

Note: Since the publication of this story, Helena’s spirit left her body to fly free and sparkle as one of the absolutely most brilliant stars.

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Advanced Heal Your Life Coaching Training Programs

This training is for you ~ if you are looking for a new career path where you can help others make lasting changes in their lives and assist them on their journey of self-discovery. Come prepared for transformation ~ the course is an intensive experience for your own personal growth and in developing the knowledge and skills you need to lead workshops and study groups.

You will experience in-depth training in Louise Hay’s philosophy Affirmations Visualisation Inner child work Meditation Intuition Body/Mind connection You will develop and practise your new skills on the course and experience the work on a personal level. On completion of the training you will have the expertise and all the information you need to share this inspiring work with others. You will receive Manuals for both the 2 Day Workshop and the    10 Week Study Course Handouts and audios for the Workshop Marketing guide and supporting materials Resource information Group conference calls and email support after    the training Training on leading a variety of short workshops such    as on: Inner Child, Affirmations, Visualisation A Certification of Completion Once licensed, a listing in The Directory of Teachers    on the Dialogues website and on Advance Heal your Life Coaching Training 

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ADVANCED HEAL YOUR LIFE COACHING TRAINING PROGRAMS

ADVANCED HEAL YOUR LIFE COACHING TRAINING PROGRAMS Heal Your Life® Coach – Advanced Training Program May 6 to May 12, 2019

Important Note: You must be a Licensed Heal Your Life® Workshop Leader to be eligible for the Heal Your Life® Coach Training.

For more information please contact Sandra J Filer at thehappygoddess@gmail.com

https://www.thehappygoddess.com/advanced-heal-life-coach-training/ 

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Healing is a long, sometimes painful or difficult journey and whilst the results are definitely worthwhile, occasionally there is a valid reason that we cannot heal.

In my experience, when it comes to healing, we fall into 3 types of people;

 Those who are ready to heal and are also committed to making the necessary changes to do so, they sometimes need help to make the changes (ie from a self-help book or a therapist) or get stuck on healing a particular issue, but they are ready and committed to healing - they will get there in the end.  Goddess Island Retreat 

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