The Eyes Have it!

Geez, where does the time go? I meant to post on here ages ago but I've had a bit of a chaotic summer. I've been away to Scotland, which was lovely despite the rain, and I've also been running lots of workshops, and writing, and finishing off a book. So I've been up to my eyes in it!

Speaking of eyes, it really is true that the eyes are the windows to the soul. On a practical level you can tell someone's general state of health from their eyes. You can also read much more if you take a second, and try to connect with them, eye to eye, so to speak! And lets not forget the third eye, situated in the middle of the forehead. That also needs some of our attention so that it's working properly. I like to lay down for a few minutes and place a piece of amethyst on my third eye. I imagine the lovely purple rays travelling through my forehead and tapping into this ball of energy. I also massage lavender oil into my third eye. This relaxes me, but also helps with psychic work and if I'm feeling a bit rundown.

So, now that we're moving into Autumn I'm going to try and post a bit more regularly. This is my favourite time of year. I love the change in scenery, the way the leaves glow, and the general nip in the air. You can't beat it!

On that note, I'd better dash to my next appointment.
Have a great weekend, and remember to pay attention to what you see, with your own eyes and in someone elses.

Magic Ally
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MIND BODY SPIRIT - This Weekend!

Yay! It's almost time. The Soulshine Mind Body Spirit event is happening this Saturday at the Ramada Jarvis Hotel in Leicester. I will be there, and I'm hoping to meet lots of people and see many familiar faces too. Theres a really great list of folks involved, and anything and everything of a spiritual, magical and holistic nature. So if you're interested come along and I hope to see you there!

Check out the event blog at Soulshineproductions.blogspot.com

Magic Ally
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Mother Nature's Sunshine

Well it's a real day of sunshine and showers today. One minute the sun is trailing a path through the sky, the next, well the clouds have gathered, and there's a short burst of rain to put a dampner on everything. Some might say that's a little bit like life, and all the ups and downs we currently face. It's true that it's a difficult time for a lot of people and it's hard to be positive when you're faced with those black clouds every day. To combat this I like to try a little mind magic. I remember a time when I felt really good, when I was enjoying myself and I felt on top of the world. I try and conjure up a picture that captures the spirit of that memory, and then I freeze frame it in my mind. I try and recreate all those wonderful feelings and I make a mental statement like 'I am now happy and full of joy again.'
When we do something like this, it's almost as if we're making a statement to the universe and sending a positive message out there, and as we all know, like attracts like. So if you trick your mind into thinking good things, then you will start to re-create those feelings and you really will attract good things and a few surprises. Try it today, and let me know how you get on!

Magical Blessings
Magic Ally x

Soulshine Event - August 8th

Just a quick blog this time as I'm dashing around and have only just recovered access to the internet. I just wanted to let you know that I will be appearing at the Soulshine Mind Body Spirit Event in Leicester on Saturday 8th of August. It's at the Ramada Jarvis hotel on Granby Street. There are some really wonderful people on board so far, lots of holistic healers and therapists, some excellent mediums and psychics and some interesting stalls selling all sorts of esoteric goodies. It really is worth taking a trip over to meet everyone and have a lovely magical day!

Will blog again in a bit. I'm currently up to my eyes in writing a book and my next column. The muse is with me!

Have a lovely week.
Magic Ally
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All creatures great and small!

I don't know if I've mentioned this before, but I have a thing for Owls. I absolutely adore them, but it wasn't always that way. When I was a child I was really spooked by them. I thought they were creepy, to the point that seeing pictures made my skin crawl. Then one day I went to a local fayre and I met a man who looked after sick owls. Within minutes of talking to him, I was holding an owl! At first I was scared, but after a few seconds I totally relaxed and completely fell in love with these wonderful creatures. It was as if facing my fear, I looked into the eyes of the owl and we connected. From that moment on I've always done my best to support these beautiful birds. I regularly visit owl sanctuaries, and do what I can to make sure that children, however young, learn how to appreciate wildlife. I believe that we can gain so much by interacting with nature, and I also believe that the best way to banish fear, is to face it, head on. When we do that, when we stare into the very depths of what scares us the most, we start to understand and accept it. It's not easy at first, particularly if the fear is deep-rooted, but it's a step in the right direction. So this week I challenge you to stretch your comfort zone and do something that scares you. It doesn't have to be something big, (saying hello to a stranger, going a different route to work, or speaking up in a meeting at work) just a small step could put you on the path to some really exciting adventures! And back to the subject of owls, and why I mentioned all this in the first place. Last week I went to Rutland Water and I stopped by the Owl Santuary there. If you haven't been, it's well worth a visit. It's a gorgeous place, and the people made me feel really welcome. They do such a good job, and they need all the visitors and support they can get, so if you can get out there and see them.

Have a lovely week!
Magic Ally
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Radio Ga Ga!

Hi Folks

Just a quick post this week as I'm doing the usual, racing around, trying to fit things in, and also get over some stomach problems. My tum is a parameter for how I'm doing on all levels, and I find that often if I'm stressed out or worried it goes straight to that region. We hold a lot of emotional stuff in our guts, which is understandable when you consider that if you're churned up mentally, you'll feel churned up inside. Anyway, I'm doing my best to relax and alleviate the problem. I find massaging lavender essential oil into my temples and my tum really helps. I also like to visualise blue healing light travelling through my system. I imagine it hitting the top of my head and showering me in lovely healing rays.

On another note, I'm going to be talking live on BBC Radio Nottingham on June 3rd, at about 3pm in the afternoon. I'll be talking to John Holmes about my work and also the Soulshine Mind Body Spirit event on the 6th of June. I'm really looking forward to it. So if you can tune in!

In the meantime have a magical week filled with wonderful surprises!
Magic Ally
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Birthday Blessings!

I do love birthdays. Even if it means I'm getting older. Every year brings something new, and it's always a good time to assess your situation, and appreciate all the great things in your life. It's my birthday this weekend and I'm starting to get into the party spirit, although I'm not a spring chicken anymore. I shall certainly make a birthday wish on Sunday.

I have lots of exciting plans for the year ahead. I'm about to start work on a book, and I have other projects and events in the pipeline. It's going to be busy, but I wouldn't want it any other way. I'm currently developing a series of workshops on the magical power of stories, and I'll be giving a taster session at the Soulshine Mind Body Spirit event in Nottingham on June 6th.

If it's your birthday this month(and even if its not) make the most of the full moon this weekend. Light a candle, make a wish, and visualise a positive future. Use the power of the planets and a little of your own mind magic to achieve your dreams.

Have a great week.
Bright Blessings!
Magic Ally
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