Your advice please...

I'm preparing my book, The Goddess Guide to Chakra Vitality, for its third print run. Yes, I'm up to the 3rd edition ... that this book has sold-out twice is exciting beyond words. 

I'm planning to update this edition to include new innovations (such as the free, online Chakra Goddess Oracle ... but rather than only include things that I think are important, here is my shout out to ya'll to let me know what you think needs updating...

Please "comment" to add your thoughts. Planning to send this edition to print by the end of this week though, so be quick!

Goddesstrology: the iPhone app

At last - the Goddesstrology iPhone app is born. It's only a lite (= free) version at the moment, but still worth looking at.

Download from the iTunes store here ... Tweet it here

BOTIBOTO... shhhhh pre-launch secret women's business

Woo hoooooo, another long-term project is nearing completion. This latest creation is an empowerment story for well-rounded women, called BOTIBOTO (Beautiful On the Inside Beautiful On The Outside)

The launch date is yet to be set, but I can forewarn you about one thing:

The eBook will retail for around $12.95, but InnerGoddess members will be able to contribute whatever they like for it. Whether they think a fair energy exchange is $1 or $50, they'll be able to offer whatever they think is fair for the story by Anita Revel and stunning illustrations by Sally Grant.

50 year forecast: women healing the world

"My sense is that in the next 50 years there will be circles of women all around the planet who will be trained to ... heal the damage that has been done to the spiritual body of the world, and then they can activate it and re-energise the world."

This is a prediction made by Llewelyn Vaughn-Lee, contemporary Sufi teacher, in a speech about Women and the Healing of the Earth, that he made in New Zealand in 2007. My initial reaction was, "Fifty years? It's already happening!"

Listen to the entire inspiring speech here, then comment here. Are you a part of a women's healing circle that is already healing the planet? Do you want to start a circle? Shameless self-promotion of your group's work is welcome here.

How to RECEIVE

In my newsletter this week, I invited InnerGoddess members to offer tips, advice, affirmations and stories about how they "receive", whether it's receiving a compliment, attention, special treatment, favours or material goodies...

The five most creative answers win a memory-bracelet as recognition of their wonderful skills in receiving.

I look forward to lots and lots of entries being made here this week! If you're keen to enter for a chance to RECEIVE this gift (valued at $40), subscribe here. Even if you're not inclined to enter, please do comment on which tip, tool or story is your favourite so as to help me pick the winners ;-))) Winners will be picked at the end of January.

Love, Anita

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Nooooo, it's a...

Oh boy I love my job, especially when i come up with these brain-waves... the latest creation this week is the GODDESS BRACELET...

Oh but is it just a bracelet? Nooooooooo!

It's a clever disguise for something else... Click here to find out what it is.

free e-Course for emotional and spiritual well-being

The study of chakras dates back many centuries, and as such, they are considered an integral part of holistic health. The major chakras are often described as ‘spinning wheels of light’ or ‘electromagnetic aura fields’, or even ‘inverted vortexes’ that run along your meridian from the base of your spine to the top of your head. But whatever their form, by consciously working with your chakra energy and the issues that relate to each zone, you should be able to bring your life into balance and experience a deep sense that all is right with your world.

I particularly like working with chakras because they aren’t a belief system that has rules for right or wrong. For me, working with chakras is a way to bring myself back into my body and into my authentic power. That is, in listening to my body and my intuition I can reclaim my power and responsibility for my choices based on where my innate wisdom is guiding me (as opposed to what guilt, conditioning, ‘God’ or my mother is telling me to do.)

Seeing as seven is the sacred number in the case of chakras, I developed The 7-Day Chakra Workout focusing on one chakra and a relevant life aspect per day. This information is now available in a summarised format as part of a free e-Course.

The e-Course is delivered in 12 instalments on a daily basis. Once you've read and understood the theory you are free to "do" the workout on a schedule to suit yourself. If you have done the e-course I would love your feedback here!

xx
Anita

My Predictions for 2009

Dear goddess... 2009 is upon us. I am calling this year my "year of manifestation." It is the year that I intend to share fully all the gifts and talents I've been cultivating. I have such a strong feeling that you also are on the cusp of something amazing that I am compelled to offer you my predictions for 2009. I'm sharing these with you because they involve you...

You ready? I predict that, this year:

* You'll fall in love... Yes, finally, the most incredible LOVE will encompass you. You'll have a sense of "arrival", that you have finally found THE ONE. This will happen at precisely the moment that you look into a mirror and recognise the goddess in the reflection gazing back at you.

* You'll become rich... Yes, you will find money in your wallet, you will be able to afford little luxuries (and big!) and you will be able to pay your bills without any stress. This is because you will learn that money is simply energy, and the more you allow it to flow the more it flows in abundance back to you.

* You'll lose weight... Yes, suddenly that pre-baby wardrobe is looking like an option again. That favourite pair of pants is coming out for another season. That dress that makes you look hot hot hot is coming our for another trot trot trot. This is because you will look in the mirror and lose your attachment to any feelings of ugliness, unworthiness and un-sexiness. As you gain self-acceptance, you will lose your baggage.

There's more... maybe I'll continue with my predictions in next week's newsletter. In the meantime, make your own predictions for 2009 by hitting the "comments" button below.

xx
Anita

2009: A Year For Making It Happen

Hurrah hurrah, for so long we have been learning our life lessons, plugging away at growing, onwards and upwards, ever striving and ever thriving...

Now, 2009 is officially the year of MAKING IT HAPPEN. Of applying all that we've learned. Of reaching our highest potential and manifesting that which we've been working towards all this time.

What are you manifesting? What are your gifts you'll be sharing with the world? What will you be doing to shine your light on the whole delicious Universe?

Wide-Awake Meditation - See a Beautiful World Around You (and Therefore Within)

A man in a biiiiig SUV nearly ran into me during a visit to Sydney last month. Had we collided, I would have surely been squished like a bug at a harvesters picnic. Although road rage would have been the easiest and most instantly gratifying behaviour, thanks to a new meditation style that I've been practising, I was able to step into a space of calm and benevolence. Instead of raging at this man for threatening my life, I was able to offer him kindness. Instead of driving away feeling violated, I drove away feeling warm, centred and most definitely empowered with the knowledge that I had behaved with grace and dignity.

The meditation style I'm referring to is called Sacred Vigilance. It is a revolutionary wide-awake meditation style that allows you to achieve the benefits of meditation even if you have mental clutter, a busy schedule or a general inability to meditate in the traditional sense.

In fact, it is the subject of my latest book, Sacred Vigilance, Wide-Awake Meditation. Over the past couple of months, I have been enjoying radio interviews and giving book readings around the country. Following are some of the more popular questions I get asked along with my answers.

Q. What's different about this style of meditation to the regular “OM” style?

A. Sacred Vigilance as an easy meditation style that doesn’t require quiet space, or even a quiet mind. In fact, you have permission to have a busy head which helps alleviate any habits of self-criticism for not being able to meditate “right”. Instead of sending your attention inward (as with traditional meditation), Sacred Vigilance lets you send your focus outward. It allows you to become highly aware of everything happening around you, become appreciative of the people you meet every day, and to recognise the countless blessings being showered upon you.

Q. If this is like the “express” version of meditation for busy people – is it just for corporate people?

A. The beauty of this meditation is that it can be done by anyone, whether they be experienced meditators or beginners. Career women love it, as do men, stay-at-home mums, and anyone who loves meeting for coffee. You only need one minute, one hour or one afternoon for this meditation to manifest abundance and happiness for all, including your Self.

Q. The first step in Wide-Awake Meditation is to open your eyes – does that go against the grain of “going within” style of normal meditation?

A. Being “wide-awake” during meditation allows you to harness your thoughts for emotional and spiritual well-being, thereby producing the same relaxing and soul-quenching effect of traditional meditation. Heightened awareness is about awakening the senses, enlivening the “attitude of gratitude” and enjoying the outcomes of the Law of Benevolence.

Q. Sounds like the perfect antidote to the doom-and-gloom that we are seeing on the news – why is that?

A. “Where your focus goes energy flows” ... As the expression indicates, you can choose whether you get dragged down by the bad news that sells papers, or whether you notice the gadzillion blessings that surround each of us. Noticing blessings helps you realise how lucky you really are, and when you're feeling grateful, you have peace of mind.

Q. Why is this style of meditation necessary?

A. Quiet meditation is a tool to achieve inner peace, which works well for many people for the short-term. Wide-awake meditation facilitates each person being able to identify key points that he or she wants to resolve, thereby achieving long-term inner peace via self-reflection. If the world inside your head is noisy, cluttered or self-deprecating then you'll probably find the world around you is fractured and confusing. By realigning your focus to seeing a beautiful world, a beautiful world is what you'll manifest.

Vibrational Essence 4: Primordial Mother

Mother love is arguably the strongest, most enduring love of all. Kwan Yin, White Tara, Mary and Demeter are just some role models who exemplify mother love in their bottomless, timeless and unconditional love for their children.

The primordial mother embodies love, compassion and trust. All these attributes are a two-way street for her – as happily as she gives these gifts to others, she receives them back unto herself. She never, ever allows herself to accept second best because she knows that in order to shower love upon others she must be ready to accept it in equal measure. The primordial mother revels in her self-respect, self-love and self-appreciation. Her inner child is a reflection of her perfection. Her heart is open and willing to trust. She thinks love; she is love.

Wow I loved making this essence. I know when my heart chakra is open because I feel a tickle. A spark. A smile that I cannot suppress... So when I was gathering ingredients for this essence, I was in heaven. And when in heaven, well, it's best to keep it simple...

• Geranium
• Pink everlasting daisy
• Pink succulent
• Aventurine
• An affirmation that I wrote especially for this blend: I am loved, I am lovely, I am love.
  
• All wrapped up in an abundance of pink feathers (pink is the colour of compassion and self-love, while feathers are a symbol of air, the element that represents the heart chakra).

And all this on a Wednesday. Wednesday was "...named after Mercury which rules over intellect, versatility, healing and mediation" (The 7-Day Chakra Workout) and is the day that resonates with the heart chakra.

Yum yum.

Vibrational Essence 2: Magical Muse

As you can see, these essences aren't being made in order. I'm allowing myself to be guided by Spirit as to when the right time for each essence is to be made. I'm so glad I did... this Magical Muse blend was made under the "smiley moon" witnessed here in the southern hemisphere on 1 December 2008 - a rare phenomenon that I would have missed had I made the essence straight away after creating the 1st essence (Warrior Queen).

This 2nd blend in the series correlates with the sacral chakra and is named after the archetype: Magical Muse.

Magical Muses are the goddesses that rule over creativity, self-gratification, abundance and the feminine divine: Ishtar, Venus, Aphrodite, and the nine daughters of the Greek goddess Mnemosyne… they show us how to creatively, emotionally and sexually connect with others with respect and fluidity.

The magical muse is able to accept change gracefully. She openly and readily releases any need to control external forces. She can step into the flow of life whilst maintaining her sense of purpose. She has a magnetic aura and her body confidence is alluring and sensual. As such, she loves words like succulent, curvaceous, juicy and divine. In the aspect of abundance, the magical muse naturally attracts that which is exactly right for her. She asks for what she deserves and gives herself permission to receive it. She relishes beauty, embodies grace and attracts both attributes with ease.

To make this essence, I gathered the following ingredients on the first day of summer:

• plants that drew my attention to them -- red-flowering gum, hibiscus (a diuretic to flush issues retained at all levels of consciousness), orange nasturtium (for clearing blocked energy), a flowering succulent (succulent is a great word to spark up the magical muse!) and a sprig from a money tree (representing abundance);
• red jasper (in feng shui it helps bring change, and metaphysically it helps detox the blood and blood-rich organs) and citrine (abundance);
• a cat brooch (feline qualities are housed in the sacral chakra);
• affirmation: I have an abundance of time, health, happiness and wealth.
  

After moon-bathing this wonderful mix under the smiley moon on Monday evening (a day named after the moon and which correlates to the sacral chakra), I rested the brew on a magnificent orange sheath that became part of my heritage during a stint at one of The Gift weekends. It was during this powerful rites to my Self that I became intimate with the wondrous layers of womanhood and came to appreciate my glorious Self fully.

And so, what a magical blend this latest vibrational essence has turned out to be!

Vibrational Essence 3: Daring Diva

Any goddess or patroness that inspires you to step into your own personal power is a Daring Diva: the Greek maiden Persephone, volcano goddess Pele, Babylonian goddess Lilith and moon goddess Artemis are just a few role models.

A daring diva is able to present her stunning and glorious Self to the world whether the world likes it or not! She is absolutely real whether she is performing on stage in the lead role, supporting from back stage or simply content to be relaxing in the audience. She rises above superficiality and allows her authenticity to be her guiding force in decision-making and her actions. She is intrinsically connected to her intuitive Self and she is readily able to marshal her personal power for her highest good. She knows that anxiety and ‘butterflies’ that sit in her belly is simply her inner tigress preparing her for success.

I was out walking when the idea came to me for a vibrational essence to assist with adding spark to the daring diva... It is when I'm walking that I'm in my most delicious state of clarity. In this state, I realise how easy life is, how perfectly at home I am in my body and person, and that I have thousands of reasons to be happy.

So, on this day, a Tuesday, I asked Spirit to send me the ingredients I needed for this blend, to associate with the solar plexus chakra.

Spirit sent me:

• Yellow kangaroo paw: allows us to be tolerant of mistakes in our selves and others;
• Nasturtium to kick-start stagnant energy;
• Tiger eye gemstone;
• I wanted a yellow ribbon to place around the brewing bowl to represent "boundaries", but instead I tripped over a yellow power cable (ha!) so used that instead. I shaped it into a shining star around the bowl;
• Affirmation: I am my own tigress mother, daring diva and super star.
  
• The flowers were picked during a "power walk" to add to the em-powerment of the blend;
• Blended on a Tuesday: "The solar plexus chakra rules our personal power, fear, autonomy and metabolism. 
It resonates with the planet Mars, after which Tuesday is named. Being the planet representing war and conflict, it took on the male energy of the Roman god of war, Mars. Tuesday, therefore, is the perfect day to think about all things associated with courage, action, initiative and daring. When balanced, this chakra brings us energy, effectiveness, spontaneity, and a healthy sense of Self." (Extract from The 7-Day Chakra Workout) And a healthy sense of Self = Daring Diva.

Finally, I wanted to use a sunflower. Out of all the plants and flowers I passed on my walk, none of them scream "DIVA!" more than a sunflower. When I was nearing home and still no sign of a sunflower, I asked Spirit, "if now is the right time to create this blend, please send me a sunflower."

Even though I meandered streets and walked further than I normally would have, I did not find a sunflower in anyone's garden nor in any public parks. So when I returned home, I accepted this as a sign to wait. But then I pulled out my iPhone to read the time, and WOW, there was a picture of a sunflower on my screen.

Thank you Spirit!

So instead of using an actual sunflower in the blend, I used a sprinkling of sunflower seeds. Afterwards, I sprinkled the seeds throughout my garden and look forward to seeing them grow. Seeing each flower turn her face to the sun will strengthen my intention to be a Daring Diva in every aspect of my life.

Love love love,
Anita

Vibrational Essence 1: Warrior Queen

History is saturated with the deeds, ingenuity and strength of Warrior Queens: Greek goddess Athena, Celtic queen Bodicea, Egyptian pharaoh-queen Hatshepsut, Elizabeth I, Marie Antoinette... the list is as endless as it is inspirational. All these queens share common attributes of resilience, poise, self-assurance and a dynamic presence.

Warrior queens have unshakeable trust in their abilities to lead. Without hesitation they are prepared to stand up for their rights and the rights of others who rely on them for security. They forge ahead despite (or because of) obstacles. They carve their own path and lead by example. They stay balanced in times or duress, and connected to their traditions and sources of inspiration whether they be at war or in peace. They are in tune with their physical body and respond to threatening situations rationally. And, they are deeply connected with Mother Earth and humanity.

To make this essence in honour of the Warrior Queen, I was guided to Kings Park in Perth. I strolled the gardens with my daughter in her pram, drinking in the spring-time sunshine on our faces, listening to the children playing in the park, avoiding the two rangers who seemed to be stalking me each time I stopped in front of a garden bed...

I had written a list of the particular flowers I was seeking, but each time I bent down to pick one a ranger would appear. So, I took that as a sign to release my expectations, and trust that Spirit would send exactly that which I needed to create an essence to ignite Warrior Queen energy within women. The minute I surrendered my expectation, whammo -- along came the ingredients:

• Zamia Warrior: it's a very TOUGH plant with spiky leaves and pods designed to protect it from dinosaurs;
• Coast Sword-Edge: a frond (a "sword") fell off this plant as I stopped to read the title plate;
  
• Soil from the dinosaur garden: this earth link signifies the deep and biding relation between our "now" and our ancestry throughout all time. It signifies our connection to humanity and all of Mother Earth's living creatures;
  
• A feather from a raven: According to Australia's the world's most gifted animal shamanist Scott Alexander King, the raven represents LAW. As do warrior queens;

To these ingredients, I also added a raw garnet and an affirmation "I am Queen of my Self". I also placed the brew underneath a striking red painting so that the sun reflected powerful red energy into the brew.
Mm-mm-mmmmmmmmmm!
xx Anita

Vibrational Essences: The Journey Begins.

Ever since selling my business, (Goddess Playshops), to two gorgeous souls (watch out for the re-launch in February 2009), my head has been overflowing with new ideas -- new products, new articles, a new movie, new initiatives, new opportunities...

One area I've been guided to work in especially, is in the creation of 7 vibrational essences to inspire the 7 archetypal energies within...

I published an excerpt of The Goddess Diet (book to be released in 2009) in the October issue of Living Now magazine. I have never received such an overwhelming response as I did for the "See A Goddess in the Mirror in 7 Days" article. It confirmed that the seven archetypes I identified struck a deep chord within women. My readers recognised each of the aspects of goddess within themselves. What's more, they connected with each of the aspects. They aspired to BE each of the archetypes. Wonderful stuff.

So, after much contemplation and preparation, this week I embarked on my first vibrational essence to assist women with inviting in the archetypal energy they seek.

It was a fantastic, inspirational, fulfilling, yummy experience. Normally I spend a lot of time doing trial-and-error with my product development, but with this first essence, I am thrilled to report that I absolutely ROCKED IT FIRST TIME. I'm so excited... Spirit is certainly revealing great things!

I'll be blogging my journey through the 7 essences here, so stay tuned...

:-)
Anita

Free books

I have just moved house and in the process, found a dozen copies of the 1st edition of The Goddess Guide to Chakra Vitality. I would rather they were being of use to someone who needs a copy rather than have them gather dust on my shelf. That's why I've decided to give them away to anyone who:

• has thought about buying the book but hasn't been able to afford it or access it (for whatever reason);
• understands the books I'm giving away are 1st edition and is a "lite" version of the current edition;
• is willing to contribute some sort of energy exchange in return for the postage of their free book.

Q: How Do I Qualify?
A: Add a comment about why you would love this book in your hot little hands. The 12 most creative answers will win a book. I am happy to post them anywhere in the world, so no matter where you live, you are welcome to enter. Make sure you let me know how to contact you if you win! I will be picking winners on 1 December so get those goddess juices flowing :-)

Thank the goddess

When you are happy, praise goddess
When times are hard, seek goddess
When you are in solace, worship goddess
When you are in pain, trust goddess
And for every other moment, thank the goddess

Source: ThankTheGoddess.com

I wish for... my family's happiness

I wish I may,
I wish I might,
Enjoy my family's happiness,
Day and night!

Thanks WishGoddess for granting my wish today!

:-))))

Love love love,
me

Goddess Time

Continuing on with the "fun goddess" theme, I've come up with the manifestation of "Goddess Time" - a heart-shaped watch with the frolicking goddess (famous for her appearance on the cover of The Goddess Guide to Chakra Vitality by Anita Ryan-Revel).

Now you have the perfect reminder that every moment is "Goddess Time". There are no numbers on the face so that you don't get bogged down by "regular time". Every time you check what time it is, you can say to yourself, "who cares? It's goddess time!" Check it out.

Aussie Goddess: Leonie Allan

This gorgeous "custom soul art" was created for me* by this month's Aussie Goddess, Leonie Allan.

Leonie is an awesome artist, photographer, circle caster and GODDESS. Enjoy her insights on how she incorporates Spirit into the every day in order to reconnect with her inner goddess.


* Disclosure: I commissioned this piece. Like 100% of posts on this blog, this is not a sponsored post. I am introducing Leonie to you because she is truly a magical, inspirational, sparkling, joyous Aussie Goddess, and I know you will love her as much as I do :-)