Archangel Raphael ~ Trust, Love and Healing by Sharon Taphorn

Blessings to you dear ones, it is a great honour to once again share a message of love and healing to those who are growing exponentially at this time of great change. It is not always an easy journey when your world is changing so, however it is one of the greatest experiences a spirit can participate in and that is why there are so many of you here right now. When you return to the world of spirit, you will wear beautiful new colours that you have earned while you are here.

An important aspect of this human journey is that of growth and expansion. This can often require a bit of trust on behalf of the aspirant and a quality that will assist you in creating and focusing on the changes you desire to create for yourself and your world. It is not always easy for a human to trust, especially those who have felt they have been let down by others. However, it is time now for you to look within for your trust and not look for it in another. When you can march forward with resolute trust in yourself, then you will know you are walking in mastery of one of life's lessons.

As you begin to learn to trust yourself once again, one of the first areas to work on is self-acceptance.  Unconditionally loving yourself and who you are right now is a great gift. Be happy and love who you are right Now! Love all of your perfections and imperfections, for you are absolutely perfect just as you are to help you accomplish your goals. You will know when you are accepting yourself because you will feel great just as you are. Your outer world is a reflection of your inner thoughts and feelings, so focus on the beauty within you. Focus upon your wonderful qualities, your hope, your kindness, your talents and the gifts that you offer.

It is also important to pay attention to your physical self. Oftentimes when you are doing so much spiritual development, you can forget to take care and nourish your physical body. Have you been feeling the urge to try a more healthful life style which includes physical activities, eating well and nourishing your soul? When you are going through these times of expansion, the requirements for your physical body can change; as well it is also important to remember to ground yourself regularly as a part of your spiritual practice.

Treat your body like the finely tuned instrument that it is and notice how much better you can perform when you are detoxified and nourished. When you are finally tuned, you are in harmony with all that is around you.

Ask your angels to guide you to a more healthful lifestyle that fits with your life. As you follow this guidance, you will notice that your sensitivities and expansion are greatly enhanced and you have more energy and stamina to do the activities that are most important to you. 

To ground yourself, take time to visualize your connection to the earth through your root chakra and the bottoms of your feet. It does not matter if you are able to touch the ground, just visualize it and it will happen. 

Sometimes when you spend a lot of time on your spiritual pursuits you can become disconnected from your earth or earthly journey. You are here to have a physical experience as well as your spiritual unfolding. Take time to visualize your connection with your earth as a part of your daily practice. Imagine your root chakra (at the base of your spine) is extended downward and into mother earth. Spend a few minutes imagining you are walking barefoot along a beach or a path in the forest and just be in that moment if you cannot go outside and walk barefoot upon the grass. 

Some of the other ways you can ground yourself are to spend time gardening or working with flower essences. Adjust  your diet to include more root vegetables and make other lifestyle choices that support your mental and physical awareness. Make sure the words you speak or write are practical, grounded, and understandable. Be down to earth and authentic in your relationships and actions. 

As you master the steps and challenges that are part of your expansion you will find that your view of life is expanding and you are seeing yourself and others in a different light. This is a time of accelerated growth and sometimes that can be overwhelming. Seek out some expert advice or a spiritual group that can help you grow. This will give you the resources you need to assist you with processing through some of the more difficult issues.You don't need to do it all by yourself, there is help and assistance available to you.

Also remember to some time having fun. Release the need to be in control of every aspect and trust it will be so. Take a trip and enjoy yourself. This does not need to be far, it could be to the next town, the country, or the ocean. Be in that moment and enjoy yourself. This helps to balance the emotional body and that is often a challenge during these shifting times. Relax, take stock, and most of all, Enjoy! 

We wish to remind you there is something for everyone in this magnificent Universe and you are just as deserving and worthy as anyone else, trust that this is so. Take the time to feel the peace and serenity that comes from within and lets you know that you are safe and protected, with the greatest of love, Archangel Raphael.