UNIVERSAL DAY OF SOUL-BIRTHING

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What is the ‘Universal Day of Soul-Birthing’ all about?

The ‘Universal Day of Soul-Birthing is a day that has been declared to acknowledge the uniqueness and beauty of each and every individual, and to honor the Soul Journey that each of us is on.  It is about realizing our ‘True Potential’ and striving to be the best that we can possibly be.

I particularly like Nelson Mandela’s inaugural speech

When and where is it?

The Universal Day of Soul-Birthing is on Saturday the 7th February 2009.  It will become an annual event.  This year we will be holding a Community Event at the ‘Synergy playground’ at Kings Park in Perth, Western Australia to mark the event.  Feel free to host your own gatherings all around the world to acknowledge this day. Our event will run from 1100hrs – 1400hrs.

There will be free drinks and nibbles, face-painting, butterfly craft and balloons for the kids.  Bring a picnic lunch and join us for some fun in the sun. Look for the ‘Red Tent’.

Why join in on this day of celebration?

By taking part in the celebrations, you are consciously taking time out of your busy schedule to acknowledge your own personal journey.  Use it as a day to ponder the big questions in life…Why are we here?...What is our purpose?...What could you be doing that you’re not currently doing?...Are you 100% happy with your life?...If not, why not?...If your life could be EXACTLY the way you want it, what would it look like?  Reflect on these questions and decide if you need or want to make any changes.

What’s in it for me?

The benefits to you in taking part in this day could include the following:

  • It is a chance to re-connect with your ‘self’.
  • It is an opportunity for growth, evolution and change.
  • It is a chance to connect with others in a similar way and delve into those deep questions we all ponder at some time in our lives.
  • Hear about all the FREE events coming your way in the year ahead to help YOU on your Soul Journey.
     

What is ‘Soul-Birthing?

'Soul-Birthing' is all about giving birth to our 'Soul'!!  This is our true essence...who we really are, our authentic selves.  We all come into this life filled with possibilities, dreams and huge potential.  Every one of us is different and unique.  We are all on our own soul journey and will travel down many different pathways on our journey through life.  It is through connecting with our true selves...our soul essence, that we are able to realise what our journey has in store for us, where we've been and where we're going. We can truly 'give birth' to ourselves on a heart and soul level.  Our parents brought us into the world by birthing us physically.  The rest is up to us.  By being on purpose and connecting with ourselves on a soul level, we can truly birth this wonderful soul of ours.

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What is the ‘Meaning of Life’?

This is the question that mortals have asked themselves ever since time immemorable.  Wouldn't you love to know the answer?  Well, you can!!  When you connect with your true essence, your higher self, your soul...the answer for you is there.  The thing is...the 'meaning of life' is different for everyone.  We all have a purpose.  Some more grandious than others, but we all have a purpose.  But the TRUE meaning of life in a physical body I believe, is to experience physicality!!  I will be running a teleclass on this one in the very near future, so stay tuned and make sure you're on the mailing list so you get the dates.  In the meantime...this is what 'Soul-Birthing' is all about!!


Have you ever wondered if there’s more to life?

Does life seem dull and boring to you?  Have you ever thought there must be more to life? Nothing really ignites the passion in you anymore? How long is it since you really connected with yourself to discover all those hidden talents and desires?  Once you begin  'soul searching' and going within for answers, you'd be amazed at how many things you can find to do.  Set your soul on fire and discover how to get in touch with these sacred sparks. Find a meaning for your existence, connect with your passion and purpose, or simply enjoy life more.


Are you looking for something different in life?

Are you searching for a new direction or a change in your life, but not sure what?  Once again, if you get in touch with that inner part of your being, inspiration flows way more easily. It's all about 'allowing' the space to 'just be' and reflect on what it is that you truly desire in your life.  Follow your heart, as then you'll be truly happy.  If you're not happy, then it means something is not quite working for you...so why not change it?  Let go of fear and insecurities and step into your authentic self.


Are you BEING all that you can BE?

Have you stepped up to the plate and embraced your authentic self? If not, now is your time to shine!! We are all here for a reason, doing what we all do differently.  Each of us is unique and wonderful beyond measure.  It is time to acknowledge yourself for being you and doing whatever it is that you do...to the absolute best of your ability!!  Be the best that you can be.  Live your life consciously.


How can you find more meaning in your life?

Simply start by asking yourself if you are truly happy.  If not, then what would help to make you feel this way? Write yourself a list of ten things that would make you truly happy...make your heart sing.  Make it your mission to incorporate all these things into your life as often as is practical.  Make time for them, as they will make you happy remember? If they are currently unattainable, then it's time to set some goals, do some visioning and put some practical strategies into place. Don't forget that happiness comes from within.  No amount of material possessions will create true happiness, even though they will certainly make the journey more comfortable.  Look within.

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What is your heart calling you to do?

Spend time as often as you can, sitting quietly on your own.  Go right into yourself and connect with your heart.  This is easier to do if you place your right hand on your heart as you're sitting quietly.  Try to get a sense of what would make you feel so unbelievable wonderful, that your heart would be bulging and aching to do it.  Ask for some divine guidance and lots of clarity.  It's amazing what you get if you ask for it!  Is there something that you have ALWAYS wanted to do, but never done?  Or maybe you're already following your heart? In my experience, the doors just seem to open for me when I follow my heart.  Life flows way more easily and I enjoy what I do.  It's when we ignore our hearts yearning that we become unhappy.  So go for it...follow your heart and your dreams!!


Would you like to know what your baby is thinking and feeling, even before it’s born?

Did you know that you can also 'tune in' to your baby, in much the same way that you can to yourself?  It's easy and it becomes easier the more you practise. Once again, it's about creating special quiet time to sit and 'just be', at one with yourself and your baby.  My CD 'Communicating with your unborn child' was recorded to help you get started on this.  Follow the link if you want more information about this topic or the CD.


How can you help bring out your child’s potential to be the best that they can be?

By really knowing your child on a heart and soul level, it's easy to understand what they want and where their soul journey is taking them.  To see your child as a 'Spiritual Being', allows them the freedom to truly be themselves.  Allow them this freedom to express their creativity and soul essence, while helping to guide them on their journey.  In honoring them in this way, it helps them to 'emerge' and reach their full potential.  Looking at their astrological chart can also help you to determine what their nature is by birth.  It gives a wonderful glimpse into their potential, as well as areas that may need extra support and healing.  Spend quality time with your children and let them show you who they really are.


How can you put the ‘Heart & Soul’ back into parenting?

Simply by 'being present' with your child.  Get to know them on a heart and soul level and try to nurture this aspect of them.  You'll find that it will nurture you too. Watch our newsletter for the soon to be released e-book on 'The Art of Soulful Parenting'. It has lots of ideas about how to nurture these beautiful souls.

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Learn the secrets of having and maintaining a harmonious family home and environment

Did you know that the 'energy' that is all around us can influence our lives considerably?  Negative or disharmonious energy can disrupt our lives and create blocks that prevent us from achieving our full potential.  Babies and young children will sometimes appear unsettled or quite hysterical, even when there is no logical reason.  It could be due to negative environmental energy. Once this energy is cleared, things progress on a much more positive note and 'flow' way more easily. See the articles on Feng Shui and Geomancy on the website, to better understand these influences and how these can be corrected.  Regular 'Space-clearing' is also highly recommended to keep your environment at home or work free of negative energy. Regular updates and news will be added to our future newsletters.


Find out how you can make a difference in 2009 and get your life back on track

Coming throughout 2009 will be a series of free teleclasses, aimed at covering all of these topics we have touched on.  Each teleclass will give you lots of practical tips and strategies that you can adopt easily into your lifestyle to create positive change.  They will all have a question and answer session at the end, so that you can ask all those pressing questions.  Each session will be recorded, so you will be able to download a copy for a limited time, to listen to at your leisure.  Be sure to subscribe to the 'Soulbirth newsletter' so that we can keep you up to date with our happenings, and let you know when these free classes will commence.  In addition, there will be several e-books released this year which will also be announced in the newsletter.

In the meantime, if you're looking for some inspiration, why not grab a copy of 'Living an Abundant Life' and have a read.  This book was released in 2008, right before the global credit crunch.  The book is very timely, as the stories highlight that 'abundance' comes in many forms and it's in times like this that:  'When the going gets tough,  the tough get going!!'


Find us at the Red Tent

If you are in Perth, Western Australia on Saturday 7th February,  why not come along to our event in Kings Park?  Look for us at 'The Red Tent'.  It's hard to miss from the road and we'll have signposts to guide you.  We'd love to meet you and have a friendly, relaxed chat.  Bring the kids, as we have heaps for them to do.

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What can I do in my part of the world if I can’t be there physically on the day?

This is a 'Universal Day of Soul-Birthing', so as such is aimed at reaching far and wide (throughout the universe, wherever souls reside).  If you would like to be involved in this day and can't get to our Perth event, you may like to try some of the following ideas:

  • Why not host a gathering of your own to honour the day in your own way? Gathering in circles is such a beautiful way to 'hold space' for one another and for the world (even for the universe).  Set your intention and focus your positive thoughts on the day.
  • Meditate or pray.  Take some time out of your busy schedule to 'just be'.  If you don't know how to meditate, just sit in silence and be in your thoughts.  try to connect with your heart.
  • Write in a journal.  This is a wonderful tool of reflection.  Write whatever comes to mind and see if you can expand on it.  Writing your thoughts down can be a powerful way to set intention and to manifest what it is you truly desire.  It's like setting your intentions with the universe.
  • Read through Nelson Mandela's inaugural speech.  Notice any feelings it brings up in you, if indeed any. Are you ready to stand in your power?
  • Find a quote, saying or poem that resonates with you.  Read it, sit with it and feel it wash over you.  Write or draw whatever it brings out.
  • Set some goals around how you want your life to be.  They can be long term or short term.  Write them up and put them somewhere that you will be able to see them often.
  • Create a vision board.  These are a fantastic way of creatively putting your order out to the universe.  Dream big and have fun. We will have more info on vision boards in the coming months.  For now, if you're not sure what they are, just do a google search.  They are so much fun to do, especially with a group of friends!!  This is a great way to spend your Universal Day of Soul-Birthing, as it just may help you to birth your soul!!

We would love to hear your stories about what you did on the day.  Please feel free to email them in.  We will put some photo's up on the website later so you can all see what happened in Perth!!  If anyone wants to submit photo's from their gatherings, we would love to put them up.  Have a fantastic day.  I look forward to connecting with all those 'beautiful souls' out there.

Our Symbol ... The Butterfly

We chose the symbol of the Butterfly for this annual event, for all that the butterly represents.  The following interpretation was taken from the 'Wisdom of the Australian Animals' cards, by Ann Williams-Fitzgerald and Karen Osborn.  I feel this interpretation fully embraces the spirit with which we are celebrating this day.

"The wisdom of the butterfly is Transformation and Grace.  Butterfly conjures up a vision of grace as it flitters on wings of a gossamer, touching here and there, ever so gently, on its flight to feed and cross pollinate life.  Butterfly's transformation occurs as it changes from egg to larva, to pupa, to butterfly..  Allowing changes to take place, Butterfly ensures its new growth, moving from stage to stage until it achieves a state of perfection and grace.  This occurs time and again with ease, never a struggle is had. Butterfly reflects how humanity should be.  We need to learn how to transform our lives from stage to stage, bringing in change with open arms, allowing ourselves to open our hearts and accept new growth, so we may someday achieve perfection and grace."

The affirmation of the butterfly is: I give thanks for life

For this reason, we incorpated the butterfly into our logo and all artwork, as well as using it as the subject for craft activities and face painting on the day. We hope you will all embrace the energy of the Butterfly, so that you can transform your life to magical heights and flow through life with grace and ease.

Who are our sponsors?

We would like to thank the following organizations and individuals for their sponsorship and contributions to helping make this event happen:

  1. Soulbirth – For funding and organizing the event www.soulbirth.com
  2. Flame Creations – For the graphic design work on all our advertising, promo, balloons and banner.  www.flamecreations.com.au
  3. Community Midwifery WA – for the use of the ‘Red Tent’. www.cmwa.net.au
  4. Officeworks Morley - Stationary and art supplies. www.officeworks.com.au
  5. Betty and Arthur Towers - Financial assistance

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