Kerryn Slater

Unlocking the Power of Emotional Intelligence: A Pathway to Personal and Spiritual Growth

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As women on a journey of self-discovery, we often find ourselves balancing the complexities of human emotions with our desire for spiritual awakening.

Emotional intelligence (EI) is a tool that can help you navigate this journey with more awareness, compassion, and authenticity.
It’s not just about being “smart” with emotions; it’s about embracing them as guides for personal and spiritual growth.

In my role as a self-discovery coach, I’ve seen the incredible transformations that occur when women develop emotional intelligence. It’s a key that unlocks your inner wisdom, allowing you to align more deeply with your true self.


Let’s explore what emotional intelligence is, how it can benefit you, and how you can cultivate it to support your growth—personally and spiritually.

What is Emotional Intelligence?

Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognise, understand, and manage your own emotions, as well as the ability to recognise, understand, and influence the emotions of others. It’s about tuning into the energy of your emotions, responding to life with emotional awareness, and building stronger, more meaningful connections with those around you.

There are five key components of emotional intelligence:

  1. Self-Awareness: This involves understanding your own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and their impact on others. It’s the foundation of emotional intelligence, allowing you to recognise and manage your emotions effectively

  2. Self-Regulation: This is the ability to control your impulses and manage your emotions, especially in stressful situations. It helps you avoid impulsive reactions and make thoughtful decisions.

  3. Motivation: This is about being driven by internal motivation and enthusiasm, and using your emotions to achieve your goals. It involves maintaining optimism and perseverance in the face of challenges.

  4. Empathy:This is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, allowing you to connect with them on a deeper level. It involves recognising and respecting different perspectives.

  5. Social Skills: This encompasses your ability to build and maintain relationships, communicate effectively, and handle social situations with confidence and sensitivity.
    It involves active listening, clear communication, and conflict resolution. 


Why is Emotional Intelligence Important?

The benefits of emotional intelligence extend far beyond feeling good. When you cultivate EI, you are not only enhancing your ability to manage your emotions, but you are also improving your ability to handle stress, build resilience, and create deeper connections with others. Some of the core benefits of emotional intelligence include:

  • Stronger Relationships: Emotional intelligence helps you build trust, communicate clearly, and respond to others with empathy, all of which are key ingredients for healthy relationships.
  • Improved Well-Being: By understanding and managing your emotions, you can reduce stress, increase happiness, and live with greater peace of mind.
  • Increased Resilience: EI allows you to bounce back from setbacks, handle criticism better, and stay grounded in times of uncertainty.
  • Better Decision-Making: When you’re in tune with your emotions, you’re able to make decisions that are not only rational but aligned with your higher self.

How Does Emotional Intelligence Support Your Spiritual Journey?

Emotional intelligence isn’t just a psychological concept—it is deeply tied to your spiritual evolution. In fact, cultivating EI can accelerate your spiritual growth and help you embody higher consciousness in every aspect of your life.

Greater Self-Awareness & Connection to Your Higher Self
Emotional intelligence begins with self-awareness, which is the foundation of spiritual awakening. Understanding your emotions allows you to discern between your egoic reactions and your true, soul-based responses. This awareness opens the door to a deeper connection with your higher self, enabling you to make decisions that are aligned with your authentic path.

Embodying Compassion & Empathy
At the core of most spiritual practices is compassion. EI fosters empathy, allowing you to genuinely connect with others and see the world through a compassionate lens.
This deepens your relationships and supports you in living from a heart-centred place.

Emotional Regulation for Inner Peace
Spiritual growth is about achieving inner peace and alignment. Emotional intelligence teaches you to regulate your emotions, which leads to emotional balance and calmness.
By developing emotional regulation skills, you can better manage your emotional responses, leading to greater emotional balance and calmness.
This, in turn, can create more space for inner peace, clarity of thought, and a stronger connection to one’s values and spiritual beliefs.

Authenticity in Your Spiritual Expression
As you develop emotional intelligence, you also develop a stronger sense of self. You begin to live more authentically, aligning your actions with your inner truth.
This authenticity is key to living a spiritually fulfilling life, as it allows you to express your unique essence in all that you do.

Mindful Presence in Every Moment
Practising mindfulness is a central part of emotional intelligence. Being fully present in each moment allows you to tap into the spiritual essence of life itself. It’s in the present moment that you connect with divine energy, so emotional intelligence practices like mindfulness help you open to the fullness of spiritual experiences.


10 Signifiers of Emotional Intelligence:

Incorporating emotional intelligence into your daily life will have a profound impact on your personal and spiritual journey.

Here are 10 signifiers of emotional intelligence.

  1. Self-Awareness – Understanding your emotions and their impact.
  2. Emotional Regulation (Self-Management) – Responding to emotions thoughtfully.
  3. Empathy – Understanding and connecting with others’ emotions.
  4. Social Skills – Building strong relationships through effective communication.
  5. Self-motivation – Pursuing goals with passion and resilience.
  6. Self-Compassion – Being kind and non-judgmental with yourself.
  7. Adaptability – Staying flexible and open to change.
  8. Authenticity – Living in alignment with your truth.
  9. Mindful Presence – Being aware and fully engaged in the present moment.
  10. Gratitude & Positive Outlook – Fostering a mindset of appreciation.

Ways to Cultivate Emotional Intelligence:

To develop your emotional intelligence and enhance your spiritual growth, here are some practices to incorporate into your life:

  • Mindfulness & Meditation: These practices will help you become more aware of your emotions and responses.
  • Journaling: Write to reflect on your emotions, identify patterns, and process them consciously.
  • Embody Your Emotions: Engage in embodiment practices such as yoga or dance to connect with your body and emotions.
  • Therapy or Coaching: Working with a coach or therapist can deepen your emotional understanding and regulation.
  • Active Listening: Practice listening with empathy in your conversations to strengthen your relationships.
  • Set Healthy Boundaries: Learn to say no with love and honour your emotional needs.

Emotional Intelligence as a Tool for Transformation

When you align your emotional intelligence with your spiritual growth, you create a foundation for lasting transformation. Developing EI is not a one-time effort; it’s an ongoing journey of tuning into your emotions, understanding them, and using them as guides for deeper self-awareness and spiritual expansion.

By working with your emotions rather than against them, you unlock the key to living a more empowered, peaceful, and connected life. The wisdom of emotional intelligence opens the door to the wisdom of the soul, allowing you to step more fully into your divine essence.

This is the sacred journey of self-discovery. And you, beautiful soul, are right where you need to be.

If you’re feeling called to explore your emotional landscape with more clarity, compassion, and spiritual insight, I’d be honoured to walk beside you.

Through my 1:1 self-discovery coaching, I support awakening women in understanding their inner world, healing emotional patterns, and reconnecting with the wisdom of their souls.

Together, we’ll use powerful tools such as the Thrive Factor Archetypes®, meditation, energy healing, and intuitive guidance to awaken emotional intelligence, deepen self-awareness, and empower you to live more consciously and confidently.

Are you ready to return home to yourself?

Let’s begin this sacred journey—

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Happiness Is an Inside Job: A Pathway to Inner Fulfilment 

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Kerryn Slater| Women's Self Discovery Coach|Self Leadership|Melbourne

A soulful reflection on what it means to truly feel joy and how to cultivate it from within.

A Moment of Reflection

There was a moment a few years ago that stirred something deep in me.
I was asked a simple question: “What makes you happy?”

Without hesitation, I responded, “My children.” It was a heartfelt, instinctive answer—because they are my joy, my teachers, my heart.

But the reply I received stayed with me: “That’s a big responsibility to place on someone else.”

At first, I felt misunderstood. I wasn’t saying they caused my happiness—I was acknowledging the joy they bring into my life. Yet, this moment cracked something open. It invited me into a deeper reflection:

What is happiness, really? And where does it come from?

Understanding Happiness

As a spiritual teacher and Licensed Thrive Factor Archetypal Coach, I’ve come to understand that happiness is not a fleeting emotion or a state we reach once life is perfectly arranged.

Happiness is a cultivated way of being. It is rooted in meaning, connection, presence, and alignment with the self.

From a psychological standpoint, happiness includes:
– Pleasure (simple joys and experiences)
– Engagement (being fully immersed in life)
– Relationships (authentic connection)
– Meaning (a sense of purpose)
– Achievement (small or large progress)

From a spiritual lens, happiness is a soulful remembering—a return to our true essence. It’s the deep inner peace that arises when we feel connected to ourselves, to something greater, and to the present moment.

The Problem with Outsourcing Our Happiness

So often, especially as women, we’re taught to associate our happiness with roles we play or the people we care for. While love and relationships are vital, placing our entire sense of fulfillment in the hands of others can leave us feeling ungrounded, reactive, or lost when circumstances shift.

True, sustainable happiness begins within. It is our birthright. And it is something we can learn to nurture through daily practice.

10 Practices to Cultivate Inner Happiness

As part of my role as a Self-Discovery Women’s Coach, I support women in reconnecting with themselves and uncovering what truly lights them up from the inside. Below are 10 science-backed, spiritually aligned practices that can help you feel more grounded, connected, and joyful—no matter what’s happening around you.

1. Practice Daily Gratitude – Shifts focus to what’s abundant. Ask: What are 3 things I’m deeply grateful for today?
2. Align with Your Core Values – Ask: What do I stand for—and am I living it?
3. Nurture Meaningful Relationships – Who do I feel safe and seen with?
4. Be Fully Present – Let this moment be enough.
5. Offer Kindness – Give freely and authentically.
6. Move Your Body Joyfully – Dance, walk, stretch. Let your body guide you.
7. Cultivate Awe & Spiritual Connection – Watch the stars, light a candle, invite wonder in.
8. Reframe Your Thoughts – Is there a more empowering and compassionate truth?
9. Set Inspiring, Achievable Goals – What excites me right now?
10. Let Yourself Feel – Let emotions move through you with compassion.


Journal prompts to support you further

  • What is one simple thing I often overlook that brings me joy?
  • Where might I be out of alignment, and what gentle shift could bring me back into integrity with myself?
  • Who in my life supports my growth, joy, and authenticity
  • What distracts me from presence—and how can I lovingly bring myself back to now?
  • How can I intentionally share kindness this week—in a way that feels authentic and effortless?
  • What kind of movement feels joyful or sacred to me right now?
  • When was the last time I felt a sense of awe or spiritual connection? What did it open within me?

  • What story am I telling myself that might be limiting me?
  • How will I celebrate myself for showing up, even imperfectly?
  • What emotions have I been avoiding, and how can I hold them with compassion instead of judgment?

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The Benefits of These Practices

When we begin incorporating these practices into daily life, we shift from surviving to truly living.

The benefits ripple into every area:
– Greater emotional resilience
– A stronger connection to self and others
– More energy, clarity, and peace of mind
– Decreased anxiety and overwhelm
– An increased sense of purpose, joy, and spiritual fulfillment

Coming Home to You

Happiness is not outside of you. It doesn’t wait for the perfect conditions.
It lives in the small, sacred moments you create. In your breath. In your presence. In your truth.

As a spiritual alchemist, a women’s self-discovery coach, and someone who’s walked the path of healing and awakening—I know that happiness is not a destination.

It is a practice. A way of being. A sacred remembering of who you truly are.

And I’m here to walk beside you as you come home to that truth.

Ready to Journey Deeper Into Your Happiness?

If you’re ready to reconnect with your inner joy, release what no longer serves you, and awaken to the woman you’re here to be—
I’d love to walk beside you.

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Comparison Is the Thief of Joy: Reclaiming Your Sacred Light

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KerrynSlater|Self Discovery Coach|Self Leadership for women|Awaken|Melbourne

Have you ever found yourself scrolling through social media, watching someone else’s life unfold and feeling a quiet ache rise within you?

Maybe it’s the woman who seems to have it all together—the thriving business, the glowing skin, the perfect relationship, the spiritual practice that looks like something out of a magazine.

And suddenly, without even realizing it, you’ve slipped into the shadow of comparison.

Let me gently remind you of this soul truth:

Comparison is the thief of joy.

The Illusion of Not Enough

Comparison whispers that you’re not doing enough.
That you’re behind.
That your light is dimmer.
That someone else is more “spiritual,” more “successful,” more “worthy.”

But beloved, those are illusions spun by the wounded ego.

Comparison arises when we forget our divine nature and measure our worth against someone else’s highlight reel.

It pulls us out of presence and disconnects us from our own sacred timeline.

Your Journey is Sacred

Every woman walks a path that is uniquely hers.
Your soul signed up for specific lessons, initiations, and awakenings.
Your healing, your blooming, your becoming—it all unfolds in perfect divine timing.

When you compare your journey to another’s, you’re measuring roses against wildflowers.

Both are beautiful. Both are necessary. And neither is meant to be the other.

The Spiritual Insight

From a spiritual perspective, comparison comes from separation consciousness.
It’s the belief that we are disconnected, that we must compete or measure up.

But joy?
Joy arises when we return to unity consciousness—when we remember we are all expressions of the Divine, each one of us a thread in the great tapestry of life.

When you honour another woman’s light without dimming your own, you rise in your power.

When you celebrate her wins and still root into your worth, you embody your wholeness.

A Soulful Practice: The Mirror of Worth Ritual

To begin reclaiming your joy, I invite you into a simple yet powerful ritual:

🕯️ Light a candle.
Place your hand over your heart and take a deep breath.

💖 Affirm aloud:
“I release the need to compare. I honour the divine timeline of my life.”

🌸 Reflect on 3 things you deeply admire in yourself today.
Write them down and let them anchor you back into your truth.

🌹 Then bless a sister.
Send a message or speak a soul-rooted compliment to a woman you admire—not from a place of lack, but from love.

This is how we shift the paradigm—from comparison to celebration, from scarcity to sacred sisterhood.

Your Light Is Incomparable

You are not meant to fit into someone else’s mould.
You are here to embody your essence, to walk your path, to rise in your own way.

Your joy lives in self-acceptance, in presence, and in the remembering that:

You are not behind.
You are not too late.
You are exactly where you are meant to be.

A Final Affirmation for Your Heart:

“I celebrate the light in others and the radiance within me.
My path is sacred, and I trust its unfolding.”

May you reclaim your joy, beloved, and rise rooted in your own worth.

With so much love,
Kerryn
Spiritual Teacher | Women’s Self-Discovery Coach/Creator of the Divine Goddess Oracle Deck

 

Ready to Reclaim Your Joy and Rise Rooted in Your Worth?

If this message stirred something within you, it’s because your soul is ready for deeper remembrance.

You were never meant to shrink, compare, or question your light.

You were born to radiate, rise, and reclaim your power.

✨ I invite you to take the next step in your journey with me.

Whether you’re craving spiritual connection, clarity, or the confidence to fully embody your truth, you don’t have to walk this alone.

👉 Book a 1:1 Self-Discovery Coaching Session
Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, activate your inner wisdom, and align you with your soul’s path.

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Remembering the Truth: Everything is Consciousness

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By Kerryn Slater | Spiritual Teacher & Self-Discovery Coach|Self leadership|Melbourne

There’s a sacred truth I return to often—one that continues to deepen the more I walk this path of spiritual embodiment and feminine awakening:

Everything is sentient.
Everything is alive.
Everything is consciousness.

This includes the trees you pass on your morning walk, the wind that brushes your skin, the emotions that rise and fall within you, and the words you speak. Every aspect of creation is infused with Source—the infinite intelligence, the divine creative force that births and animates all life.

We Are Not Separate from the Universe—We Are the Universe

There is no true separation between you and the stars above.
No division between your soul and the heartbeat of the Earth.
We are not in the Universe, we are the Universe—expressing itself through this beautiful, temporary human form.

When we begin to live from this embodied remembrance, something magical happens.
We soften. We open. We begin to approach life with reverence.

And we begin to understand the incredible power we hold.

Your Thoughts, Words & Emotions Are Frequencies

Everything you think, feel, and say carries a vibration. A frequency.
These energetic signatures don’t disappear—they ripple out, echoing through the vast quantum field, co-creating your reality and connecting you to the collective consciousness.

As women awakening to our spiritual nature, we are often deeply sensitive to this field. We feel things that can’t be seen. We know things before they’re spoken. We are attuned to the energy beneath the surface.

And in that sensitivity lies our greatest power.

Downloads, Divine Wisdom & Body-Led Knowing

I often experience intuitive “downloads”—those spontaneous surges of clarity, divine insight, or creativity that feel as though they’ve been dropped into my awareness from another realm.

Sometimes they arrive as full-body tingles.
Other times, as images, phrases, or visions that flash in my mind’s eye.
And often, they are simply a deep knowing that lands in my heart.

These moments are not random.
They are the natural result of being open, present, and attuned to Source Consciousness.

The Portal is Presence

When we intentionally become present—when we breathe into this moment and consciously connect to the frequency of love, truth, and divine awareness—our hearts expand.

And it’s through this expansion that we are able to hold higher vibrational frequencies in our bodies.
To receive more.
To embody more.
To anchor light into the Earth.

We quite literally become bridges between heaven and earth—grounded in our humanness, yet open to divine truth.

You Are the Vessel

You are not here to chase truth outside of yourself.
You are the vessel through which truth flows.

When you allow yourself to be still…
When you listen to the whispers of your intuition…
When you honour the sacredness of your thoughts, words, and emotions…
You begin to align with the vast wisdom that’s always available to you.

And from this space, your life transforms.
You become the living embodiment of Source.
A radiant, grounded, heart-led woman walking her path with grace and purpose.

A Loving Invitation

I invite you to take a moment today to become fully present with yourself.
Breathe.
Soften.
Feel the pulse of life moving through you.
Feel your connection to all that is.
And remember—you are not separate from the magic.
You are the magic.

With love and luminous presence,

Kerryn 
Self Discovery Coach, Spiritual Teacher, Creator of the Divine Goddess Oracle Deck

 

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Embracing Your Personal & Spiritual Growth Journey: Empowerment, Confidence, and Connection to the Divine Feminine

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Embracing Your Personal & Spiritual Growth Journey: Empowerment, Confidence, and Connection to the Divine Feminine

 

The journey of personal and spiritual development is one of the most fulfilling paths you can embark on. 

It’s a sacred voyage toward understanding yourself on a deeper level, cultivating self-love, and finding empowerment in the core of who you are. 

At the heart of this transformation lies the connection between spiritual awakening and holistic well-being—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

In this blog, we will explore how spiritual awakening can enhance your mental and emotional health, empower you to embrace confidence and nurture the divine feminine energy within.

Understanding the Link Between Spiritual Awakening and Well-Being

Spiritual awakening is not just about mystical experiences or transcendent states; it’s a profound inner shift that leads to greater mental clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper connection to your true self. 

Here’s how it impacts well-being:

  • Mental Clarity: Awakening allows you to see beyond limiting beliefs and self-doubt. By peeling back layers of conditioning, you develop a clearer sense of who you are and what you truly desire.
  • Emotional Balance: Spiritual growth teaches you to observe your emotions without being controlled by them. This awareness creates resilience, reduces stress, and fosters a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
  • Holistic Healing: As you heal spiritually, you often find that mental and emotional wounds start to heal as well. It’s a domino effect where spiritual insights translate into improved mental health and emotional well-being.

Empowerment and Confidence Through Spiritual Growth

As you progress on your spiritual journey, empowerment becomes a natural byproduct.

You begin to trust your intuition, feel more grounded in your truth, and take action from a place of inner knowing.
This internal empowerment leads to greater confidence, which isn’t based on external validation but on a genuine sense of self-assurance.

  • Empowerment: Embracing your spiritual self empowers you to live authentically and break free from societal expectations or limiting beliefs.
    It’s about realising that you have the power to shape your reality.
  • Confidence: True confidence arises when you understand your inherent worth and trust in your abilities. It’s not about being fearless, but about taking steps forward despite fears, knowing you are divinely supported.

Cultivating Self-Love as a Spiritual Practice

Self-love is at the core of personal and spiritual growth. It’s more than self-care routines; it’s about fully accepting yourself—flaws, strengths, and everything in between.

  • Daily Affirmations: Start your day with affirmations that reinforce your self-love, such as, “I am enough as I am,”or “I embrace all aspects of myself with love.” 
    Repeating these regularly helps rewire your mind and build a strong foundation of self-worth.

  • Inner Healing: Use meditation, journaling, or energy work to release old patterns that block self-love. Healing inner wounds is a crucial step toward cultivating a loving relationship with yourself.

Nurturing the Divine Feminine Within

The divine feminine represents the qualities of intuition, nurturing, receptivity, and creativity. 

It’s an energy that is deeply connected to your soul, calling you to honour your inner wisdom and cultivate compassion for yourself and others.

  • Inviting the Divine Feminine: Connecting with the divine feminine doesn’t require elaborate rituals. It can be as simple as listening to your intuition, practising compassion, and receiving love with grace.

  • Practices to Connect: 
    Engage in practices like moon rituals, goddess meditations, or spending time in nature.
    These activities can awaken the divine feminine within and help you feel more grounded, centred, and connected.

Practical Tips to Support Your Journey

To support your personal and spiritual development, here are some practical tips you can integrate into your daily life:

  • Morning Ritual for Empowerment:
    • Start your day with a grounding practice. Take five minutes to meditate, breathe deeply, and set an empowering intention for the day.

  • Journaling for Clarity:
    • Write down your thoughts, feelings, and any intuitive insights. Journaling is a powerful tool for self-reflection, helping you track progress and celebrate growth.

  • Affirmations for Confidence:
    • Use affirmations that reinforce confidence and self-love. Examples include:
    • “I trust my inner guidance,”
    • “I am worthy of all the abundance that comes my way.”

  • Connect with Nature:
    • Nature has a grounding, healing effect that can help you realign with your higher self. Go for a walk, observe the beauty around you, or simply sit and breathe in the fresh air.

  • Self-Care as a Ritual:
    • Make self-care a sacred ritual, whether it’s through a warm bath, meditation, or creative expression. Honour your needs without guilt.

  • Honor Your Intuition:
    • Trust the quiet voice within. Your intuition is your soul’s compass, guiding you toward the right decisions and paths that align with your highest good.

  • Call on the Divine Feminine:
    • Invite the presence of the divine feminine through visualisation, chants, or simple prayers. Feel her nurturing energy embrace you, offering guidance, love, and wisdom.

 Your Journey Awaits

Personal and spiritual development is not about perfection; it’s about progression. 

It’s a journey of becoming more aligned, more authentic, and more in tune with your divine self. By embracing empowerment, confidence, self-love, and the divine feminine, you unlock a life of fulfilment, peace, and joy.

Embrace the process with an open heart. 

Trust that each step you take leads you closer to your most empowered, confident, and loving self.

With love and light,

Kerryn Slater

Spiritual Teacher | Transformational Women’s Coach | Psychic Medium | Meditation Teacher| Theat healing Practitioner | Reiki Master Teacher

Founder of Holistic Essentials Therapy and Consulting

The Journey to Self-Love: Embracing Your Authentic Self with Compassion

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In a world that often tells us who to be, what to look like, and how to live, the journey to self-love can be a radical and transformative act.

Self-love isn’t just a fleeting feeling of self-satisfaction; it’s an ongoing commitment to accept, respect, and cherish oneself.

Central to this journey is self-compassion – the practice of being kind to yourself, especially in times of struggle.
This journey is unique for each person, but certain milestones are common.

Here’s a guide to help navigate the path to self-love, sprinkled with insights and practical steps.

Understanding Self-Love and Self-Compassion

Self-love begins with understanding what it truly means.
It’s not about arrogance or narcissism; rather, it’s about recognising your worth and treating yourself with kindness and compassion.

Self-compassion involves being gentle with yourself when you face difficulties, failures, or feel inadequate. It’s acknowledging that you are deserving of love and respect, both from yourself and others.

Self-Awareness

The first step towards self-love is self-awareness.
This involves a deep and honest look at yourself – your strengths, weaknesses, desires, and fears.
Journaling can be a powerful tool in this process.
Write about your experiences, your feelings, and your thoughts.
This practice can help you understand your patterns and identify areas where you need to grow.

Self-Acceptance

Once you become aware of who you are, the next step is acceptance.
This means embracing all parts of yourself, including the imperfections and flaws.
Self-acceptance is about understanding that you are enough as you are.
Practice positive affirmations and challenge negative self-talk.
Replace thoughts like “I’m not good enough” with “I am worthy of love and respect.” “I am enough”

Self-Compassion

Self-compassion is an essential aspect of self-love.
When you make mistakes or face setbacks, treat yourself with the same kindness you would offer a friend.
Acknowledge your pain, understand that it’s a part of the human experience, and give yourself permission to feel without judgment.
Self-compassionate practices can include mindfulness meditation, self-soothing activities, and simply taking a moment to breathe and be gentle with yourself during tough times.

Self-Care

Self-care is about taking care of your physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
This could mean different things for different people – from eating nutritious food and exercising regularly to setting boundaries and saying no to things that drain your energy.
Make time for activities that bring you joy, light up your soul and rejuvenate you.

Forgiveness

Forgiveness, both of yourself and others, is crucial in the journey to self-love.
Holding onto grudges and regrets can weigh you down.
Understand that making mistakes is a part of being human.
Learn from them, let go, and move forward.
Forgiving yourself is a powerful way to release negative emotions and embrace your worthiness.

One of my favourite forgiveness practices is to repeat the following for a minimum of 10 minutes

“I’m sorry, please forgive me, I love you and thank you” 

Hold the image of yourself, a time in your life or another person when doing this practice

Surround Yourself with Positivity

The people you surround yourself with can have a significant impact on your journey to self-love.
Seek out those who uplift and support you, who celebrate your successes and stand by you during tough times.
Let go of toxic relationships that drain your energy and self-esteem.
Create a positive environment that nurtures your growth.

Practice Gratitude

Gratitude can shift your focus from what’s lacking to what’s abundant in your life.
Keep a gratitude journal and jot down things you are thankful for each day.
This practice can enhance your sense of contentment and positivity, which are vital for self-love.

Embrace Your Authenticity

Being true to yourself is a fundamental aspect of self-love.
Embrace your unique qualities and let go of the need for external validation.
Live according to your values and pursue your passions.
Remember, authenticity is magnetic – the more you embrace your true self, the more you attract people and opportunities that resonate with you.

Seek Professional Help if Needed

Sometimes, the journey to self-love can be challenging, and it’s okay to seek help.
Therapists, counsellors, coaches and mentors can provide valuable guidance and support. They can help you navigate through deep-seated issues and develop healthier patterns of thinking and behaviour.

Celebrate Your Progress

Lastly, celebrate your progress, no matter how small it may seem. Self-love is not a destination but a continuous journey. Acknowledge your efforts and achievements along the way.
Treat yourself with kindness and patience as you grow and evolve.

 

The journey to self-love is a courageous and rewarding path.
It’s about cultivating a relationship with yourself that is rooted in acceptance, compassion, and respect.
As you embark on this journey, remember that it’s okay to stumble and take your time. What matters most is your commitment to loving and valuing yourself.

Embrace the journey, and in time, you will discover a profound sense of inner peace and joy.

Cultivating Grace

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In a world often characterised by chaos, stress, and uncertainty, the concept of grace offers a beacon of light and hope. 

Gracefulness is not just about outward appearances; it’s a state of being that emanates from within, reflecting qualities such as elegance, kindness, and inner peace. 

At its core, grace is about embodying qualities such as compassion, forgiveness, and gratitude. 

It’s about approaching life with an open heart and a willingness to see the beauty and goodness in every moment. 

Gracefulness is not about perfection; it’s about embracing our imperfections with humility and acceptance.

Grace often involves an element of surrender and acceptance of divine will. 

It invites you to relinquish control and allow yourself to be guided by a higher power or cosmic order.

This surrender can cultivate a pathway to inner peace and alignment with the divine.

Grace is also a catalyst for spiritual transformation and growth. 

It is through grace that we are empowered to overcome challenges, cultivate virtues, and evolve on our spiritual journey.

A state of Grace elevates our consciousness and brings us closer to the divine. It is a transcendent force that lifts the soul beyond the limitations of the ego and connects it to the universal source of love and wisdom.

Grace is often associated with a sense of harmony, balance, and order in the universe. 

It is seen as the underlying principle that guides the cosmos and sustains the interconnectedness of all beings. 

Cultivating grace in our lives allows us to navigate challenges with poise, connect more deeply with others, and experience a profound sense of harmony and well-being.

Practices for Cultivating Grace:

Mindfulness Meditation:

Cultivating grace begins with mindfulness. Through regular meditation practice, we can cultivate present-moment awareness, observe our thoughts and emotions with non-judgmental awareness, and cultivate a sense of inner peace and tranquillity.

Acts of Kindness: 

Small acts of kindness have the power to transform both the giver and the receiver. 

By extending acts of kindness and compassion to others, we cultivate a sense of gracefulness that uplifts the spirits of those around us and fosters deeper connections.

Practising Forgiveness: 

Forgiveness is a cornerstone of gracefulness. 

By letting go of resentment, anger, and bitterness towards ourselves and others, we free ourselves from the burdens of the past and open our hearts to love and healing.

Embracing Gratitude: 

Cultivating a sense of gratitude allows us to appreciate the abundance and beauty in our lives. 

By cultivating gratitude for even the smallest blessings, we shift our perspective from one of lack to one of abundance, inviting more grace into our lives.

Embodying Presence: 

Gracefulness is about being fully present in the moment, embracing each experience with openness and acceptance. 

By practising presence in our daily lives, we cultivate a sense of ease and flow that allows us to navigate life’s challenges with grace and resilience.

Acting with Integrity: 

Gracefulness is synonymous with integrity. By aligning our actions with our values and principles, we cultivate a sense of authenticity and congruence that shines through in our interactions with others.

Cultivating Inner Peace: 

Inner peace is the foundation of gracefulness. 
By nurturing our inner world through practices such as meditation, mindfulness, and self-reflection, we cultivate a sense of inner calm and serenity that radiates outward.

 

Cultivating grace is a lifelong journey—one that requires patience, compassion, and self-awareness. 

By embracing qualities such as kindness, forgiveness, and gratitude, we can cultivate a sense of gracefulness that enriches our lives and touches the lives of those around us. 

As we continue on this path of self-discovery and growth, may we embody grace in all that we do, spreading love, compassion, and kindness wherever we go.

Awaken your Inner Magic: Psychic Development Techniques for Curious Souls

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Awaken your Inner Magic: Psychic Development Tools for Curious Souls

It is my belief that Intuition and Psychic abilities are our birthright.

I also believe we are designed to perceive the world around us with more than just the five senses and that these abilities are innate.

It excites me to see so many souls today exploring and awakening their intuition and psychic abilities.

What is Intuition?

Intuition is the ability to understand or know something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning.

Recognising intuition within yourself involves understanding the subtle signals and feelings that guide your thoughts and decisions. 

Here are some examples of intuition:

You are working on a problem and the solution suddenly drops into your awareness

Receiving sudden flashes of insight or creative inspiration seemingly out of nowhere. 

Being highly attuned to the energies of people and environments.

Making quick, accurate decisions without needing a lot of information or time to deliberate.

Often experiencing strong, undeniable gut feelings or instincts about people, situations, or decisions without a clear rationale.

Noticing patterns, connections, or synchronicities in events or situations.

Often being right about people or situations, even when you can’t explain how you know.

Having an uncanny ability to navigate challenges or problems successfully, relying on your inner guidance.

Noticing physical sensations or feelings in your body that seem to be connected to certain situations or decisions.

Your Intuition is always communicating with you
It’s the small voice, the hunch, the nudge or the gut feeling 

The more aware you are of your inner guidance and listening to it the more confident you will become in acting on your intuition. 

What are Psychic Abilities?

Psychic abilities are generally thought to go beyond mere intuition and involve a heightened or supernatural sense of perception.

They are often regarded as more extraordinary or supernatural in nature because they go beyond the typical human senses and cognitive processes.

Basically, this is due to so few people choosing to intentionally refine, and actively use their intuition.

I have often described this as similar to going to the gym, you can’t just go once a week and expect to have sculpted toned muscles as this would require regular training. 

Enhancing your psychic abilities is no different. 

Here are some examples of psychic abilities:

Strong gut feelings or a sense of knowing things without logical explanation. 

You might frequently experience strong hunches or gut instincts that turn out to be accurate.

Having a strong connection or impressions from objects, such as feeling emotions, history, or energy when touching or holding certain items. Known as Psychometry 

You often know what’s going to happen before it happens

Your dreams are vivid and often filled with messages, guidance or predictions of the future

Heightened Empathy, you literally feel what others are feeling as if it is your own

Déjà vu –  Having moments where you feel like you’ve seen or experienced something before it happens.

Telepathy – Experiencing an ability to sense or understand the thoughts of others without verbal communication. 

This can manifest in feeling like you can ‘read’ someone’s mind or understand their unspoken feelings.

You sense or see auras

Animal communication 

Experiencing unexplained phenomena such as hearing voices, seeing flashes of light, or feeling sudden changes in temperature.

Mediumship – Sensing or seeing spirits, receiving messages from deceased loved ones or feeling a presence that others might not perceive.

For me personally, this was something that remained activated from childhood right through my teenage years and into adulthood.

Being a child of the 70’s and raised catholic, having these abilities along with seeing Spirit was not something that I remember being talked about.

My mum, however, did share with me much later on that she had, in fact, discussed her strange child who kept talking about all the people she could see with her friends to see if their children were displaying similar behaviours. 

I am forever grateful the Universe and my intuition guided me to dive into Psychic/Mediumship development in my early 20’s 

Doing so set the core foundation of a belief and support system that has served and guided me through many life experiences. 

In this article, we’ll explore psychic development techniques for curious souls, aiding you as you embark on a journey to Awaken your inner magic and gain deeper insights into the world around you.

Further Understanding Psychic Abilities

It is essential to note that there are different types of psychic abilities. 

Below are some of the more commonly known:

  1. Clairvoyance: The ability to see events, people, or information beyond the physical senses.
  2. Clairaudience: The ability to hear messages or information that isn’t accessible through normal hearing.
  3. Clairsentience: The ability to sense emotions, energies, or events through feelings or physical sensations.
  4. Claircognisance: The ability often associated with intuitive knowing or clear thinking. Often, it feels like they’ve downloaded or received information from an external source or an inner knowing.

Now that you have a deeper understanding of psychic abilities let’s explore some techniques to help you develop them.

Awakening your inner magic and delving into psychic development includes a range of techniques and practices that can help you explore and nurture your innate psychic abilities. 

Here are more specific techniques focused on Awakening your inner magic:

  • Meditation: Regular meditation can help quiet the mind, increase awareness, and enhance intuition. It allows you to connect with your inner self and the energies around you, as well as your spirit guides and angels


  • Chakra Meditation: Work on balancing and opening your chakras through meditation. Chakras are energy centres in the body, and aligning them can enhance your overall energy flow and sensitivity to psychic abilities.

     

  • Developing Empathy: Practice putting yourself in others’ shoes. Strengthening empathy can aid in understanding and feeling the energies, emotions, and thoughts of people and environments.

     

  • Automatic Writing: Sit in a quiet space with pen and paper. Relax, clear your mind, and allow the pen to move freely. You may find yourself writing words, sentences, or even drawings that come from a deeper part of your consciousness.

     

  • Remote Viewing: Practice visualising distant or unseen locations. Start with simple exercises such as picturing a friend’s room or a familiar place.

     

  • Aura Reading: Work on sensing and seeing auras. Start by practising with plants and trees then move on to friends or family, observing the colours and energies surrounding their bodies.

     

  • Dream Journaling: Keep a dream journal by your bedside and write down your dreams immediately upon waking. Dreams can often contain psychic information or symbols that may be relevant to your development.

     

  • Divination Tools: Experiment with divination tools such as Tarot cards, oracle cards, pendulums or runes these can help you tune into your intuition and interpret symbols or messages.

     

  • Energy Work: Learn about energy healing techniques like Reiki or Qi Gong. Understanding how to work with energy can amplify your psychic senses and open you up to different perceptions.

     

  • Nature Connection: Spend time in nature and observe the environment. Nature often holds deep wisdom and can help in connecting with your inner self and intuition.

     

  • Develop Intuition: Act on hunches and gut feelings. The more you trust and act on your intuition, the stronger it becomes.

     

  • Seek Guidance and Mentorship: Consider learning from experienced psychics, mentors, or groups that focus on psychic development. Their guidance and experience can be invaluable.

     

  • Psychic Protection: Learn techniques for psychic protection to keep yourself grounded and shielded from negative energies. This could include visualising yourself surrounded by a protective white light or creating a psychic shield around yourself.
    You can also call on Archangel Michael to place protection around you while you practice.

Everyone’s psychic development journey is unique, it takes time and dedication. 

It’s essential to approach this journey with an open mind, and patience, and without putting too much pressure on yourself. 

Have fun with the process and remain open and curious to learning as you explore your inner magic and connection to the Universe. 

If you are excited to begin your journey of developing your psychic abilities with an experienced mentor then please get in touch 

In magic and gratitude 

Kerryn 
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The Power of Ritual and Intention

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While on retreat recently in Bali I was incredibly blessed to have been guided through a water purification ceremony by a local priestess and her team, which just happened to be the day after the celebration day of the Goddess Saraswati.

To say that it was powerful is a complete understatement 


I found myself being the first person in the group to do this and as I was standing there I had so many BS thoughts running through my head.

What if I don’t do it right

What if I dishonour the goddess Saraswati and the priestesses by getting it wrong 

What if I cry 

What if I fall 

Blah blah blah blah 

All of which was my ego mind having a freak out 

I held in my heart and my mind all that I wanted to release 

The stress of the last 8 months 

The grief, pain and suffering of the unexpected loss of both of my parents 

My anger at the unfairness of it all 

All of my fears 

I asked for forgiveness for myself and others 

I surrendered to the Divine all of my dreams, desires and uncertainties of what the furture holds.

 I surrendered myself to the wisdom, love and healing of the Divine

I said the invocations, I followed the directions of the ritual, took a breath and put my head under the water, 

The intensity of the energy and the flow of the water instantly took my breath away as I allowed myself to be cleansed and to purge all that I no longer wanted to hold onto

I surrendered to the Divine all of my dreams, desires and uncertainties of what the future holds.

 I surrendered myself to the wisdom, love and healing of the Divine

 

This process was repeated over and over, in fact, I think there were 10 fountains in total and each time was more powerful than the last, with each invocation of the ritual I felt myself getting lighter and freer than I had in a very long time. 


I literally felt everything being cleansed and washed away, while at the same time, I felt the healing and unconditional love of Divine presence flowing into me on all levels, my heart, my mind, my cells, my soul

It was so incredibly liberating and I still find it difficult as I reflect on this to find the words that appropriately or adequately describe the power of this ritual. 

I have often experienced a deep sense of release and healing when submerging myself into the ocean

The differences here were amplified by 

I was surrounded and immersed in the healing magic of Mumma Bali
I was with a group of beautiful souls and I felt safe and supported 
We were in the very professional hands of the priestess and her team
We were led through several rituals and invocations before we entered the water

At each water fountain, we completed an invocation and ritual before submerging ourselves in the water and each time it was intensified by the infusion of the intentions we held in our hearts 

The magic, the intentions, the invocations, the ritual and the energy of it all healed my heart and soul on so many levels 

I am forever grateful to have had this opportunity
I was so blessed to have had so many incredible healing and heart warming and expansive experiences while on retreat in Bali

When you immerse yourself in an experience such as a retreat
magic truly does happen and these are just some of the many reasons why I love attending and facilitating retreats so much.

The Divine works with us and through us in miraculous ways, and I trust that as I continue to integrate all of the gifts and healing I received while in Bali, the Divine presence of All That Is will continue to guide me in the ways it would have me serve her and those she sends my way

I have so much gratitude for the experiences I had while on retreat in Bali

I had felt intuitively in my heart that my time there would be one of deep healing and it far exceeded my expectations. Bali will forever remain in my heart and I know that I will return there again and again. 

Leading a Multi-dimensional business

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I am so grateful to have been invited as a guest speaker on the recent “She Leads She Thrives” podcast. 

I am so passionate about my four Thrive Factor Archetypes and the Thrive Factor Framework
My Thrive Factor Archetypes are the Advocate Rescuer, Inspirer Believer, Mentor Teacher & Shapeshifter Alchemist 

Before discovering my Thrive Factor Archetypes I had been on what felt like a lifetime quest of self discovery. 

I am the first to admit that over the last 30 years, I have completed every personality test I have ever come across on this quest of figuring out who I am. 
In all honesty, most of them left me wanting and none of them seemed to cover the fullness of who I felt myself to be. 

When I was introduced to my four Thrive Archetypes it felt as though someone or something finally got me, it was as though all of the pieces of myself came together in a complete and whole picture. 

I have been actively working with my Thrive Factor Archetypes now for four years in all areas of my life, in my relationships, in my business and in my own personal development. 

In the “She Leads She Thrives” podcast I share with Shannon Dunn my experiences navigating multiple interests, diverse skills, and a desire to help others to connect with themselves with compassion and kindness

We talk a lot about what it’s like to have and harness the strengths, gifts and wisdom of the Shapeshifter Alchemist Archetype.

If you haven’t yet had a chance to listen to the podcast you can access it below and I would love to hear your thoughts and what resonates with you.

Listen to the full podcast here

If you too are interested in discovering your Thrive Factor Archetypes through a well defined and incredibly accurate framework then get in touch and we can chat more about how you can do this. 

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