As we say goodbye to the Year of the Rabbit, it is beneficial to reflect on 2011 and celebrate all of our beautiful accomplishments, lessons and gifts. Embrace the journey of this past year with gratitude, let go of your disappointments. Forgive (yourself or someone else) and release a past hurt that is holding you back. Make a list of 108 things you love about your life and yourself RIGHT NOW (it's easier than you think...you are pretty great, after all!) Open your heart wide and get ready to welcome 2012 as a new beginning--filled to the brim with unlimited potential.
It is a lovely time to prepare our home to greet the auspicious guest of 2012, the lucky Year of the Dragon. Clear some clutter (even just one junk drawer!), sweep and vacuum to rid your space of stagnant energy. Throw away any chipped dishes, broken items or anything you don't love. Buy new sheets. Stock the fridge with nourishing, fresh food. You are welcoming the free spirited Dignitary of the Chinese Zodiac. As we ready for the new beginnings, make space in your home and in your life for all the opportunities you desire.
In Chinese culture, the Dragon is revered for its beauty and its strength. Harness the Dragon's energy to reach those goals that have been on the "To Do" list for far too long. Utilize the power of the Dragon to be entrepreneurial and free spirited. Be confident, fearless, successful. Stretch your comfort zone to be more outgoing, charitable and ready to shine with unbridled enthusiasm. Utilize these Dragon qualities (even if they are not natural to you) and be more: ambitious, outgoing, driven, gregarious, willing to take risks, passionate, successful, intriguing and LUCKY! Shine big and bright in this new year, beautiful YOU!
(source: Spring Liao)
