Balancing Energy

As an energy worker it is often expected that advice be given freely to anyone and everyone whenever the opportunity arises. Let's face it, we intuitively know (or can work out) what to do or how to handle certain situations so why not just hand it out when asked. Because we are who we are, we usually do this without a second thought.

However, it's important to remember, that as an energy worker - (as for anyone in any type of job) - we need a balance of energy ourselves to be able to keep offering the best of our skills to others. If we keep giving to all, without return, an imbalance takes place. This creates feelings of tiredness and subconcious thought patterns of being taken for granted which start to creep into everyday life.

Other people do their jobs with a return on the specific skills that they bring to those jobs. This return brings an energy balance into play which naturally evens out on both sides. They have "given" in their work and then "received" in payment for their work. This is a balanced exchange of energy.

Our work should also be treated this way. When we "give" by using our skills to help others, it is important to also "receive" in payment for the use of those skills. It is only when that exchange of energy stays balanced that we all get the full benefits and rewards that those skills can offer.

Thank you for reading! :)

Charms Of Light - Healing

Years ago, when I originally started the Charms Of Light business, I was thinking about combining healing & beauty together. Healing with gemstones created into beautiful jewellery seemed the perfect idea. The name "Charms Of Light" popped into my head at the time and it just felt so right, as every piece of jewellery I create is made with love and an intent to heal, therefore they are all "Charms Of Light"! I openly thank my Angels for giving me the name to work with. :)

As time has moved on, I have had the honour and opportunity to create these Charms Of Light for many different people. The experience has helped me to grow, just as much as I have helped others and I thank each and every person along the way, for the part they have played. My business has grown, offering not only healing jewellery but healing gifts as well, while Reiki and Distant healing on an intuitive level are very much part of what Charms Of Light is now all about.

As I move forward in my journey with Charms Of Light, I believe it is time to branch out further and offer ways of teaching others to heal themselves. Healing workshops are now being planned for one-on-one, as well as group sessions. I am excited about these workshops and look forward to working with more people, helping to guide them to natural healing with positive energy.

Love, light & many blessings! :)

When Imitation is not Flattery!

I work hard at what I do and find much satisfaction from the achievements I have made. My business is growing and I thank past, present and future customers & clients for helping me to touch so many lives across the different aspects of the Charms Of Light business.

Because I work so hard and am honest in all I do, it upsets me a great deal when I come across something that is immoral. Yesterday, I was surfing the web and came across another website that sells jewellery. I was astonished to see that they were using my photograph of an Amethyst bracelet that I created for my own website. They were using this to sell their company and its jewellery products. Not only that, they were also using exact words taken from the homepage of my website to extol the virtues of their own jewellery.

In the jewellery industry, you often find other companies selling designs similar to your own but you don't expect them to be using your own photo of one of your own creations! Some will say, that imitation is a form of flattery but this also hurts!

It is an outright infringement of copyright laws and is illegal!

Recycled Fashion

I am a big fan of recycling. Not only does it save money, but it is also good for the environment. Even when I was a fashion designer (before my children came along), I would happily recycle scarves and turn them into skirts etc. Nowadays, my daughter turns old skirts into new fashion items all the time, keeping her unique style within a very economical budget. However, when a friend sent me this picture the other day, I couldn't help but wonder whether it's about time for someone to draw a line on how clothes should be recycled!

Take a closer look. Men's underwear with the crotch cut out and turned into a top. This is either recycling at its best, or its very worst!

Spread the Sunshine!

We all have thoughts that come over us with such strong intention that they can often surprise us. These are often just ideas of how we are feeling at the time, or sometimes they can be a few positive (or not so positive) words! When these thoughts, or ideas, are written down or spoken, they become much more powerful than if they are kept to yourself.

For example, yesterday was as normal a day as any. I did some work & a few other things, then felt a surge of positivity come over me. I felt pleased with myself, confident & very positive. It is not unusual for me to feel this way but it was so strong I needed to share, so wrote down the following few words on twitter & facebook, "I am feeling good. Positive energy is around me. I AM the energy! :)"

This statement was obviously so meaningful that it was retweeted a number of times and I received quite a few messages from people about how good it made them feel. I hadn't intended to write a quote or put a particular message out there for others to follow, it was just my own feelings at the time. What a powerful message it sent back to me though.

When you are feeling good or are enjoying the sunlight on your face - let others know, because it is certain to make them feel it too. We all have the power to raise the spirits of others, so let's keep sharing those positive thoughts and feelings.

Spread the sunshine! :)

Life is a Song.....

"Life is a song. Love is the lyrics."

So sing, sing, sing and make it meaningful & full of joy! :)

Happy Times

Some of my happiest times are spent with family. I have just come back from a lovely holiday in Les Gets (French Alps). We stayed in a chalet run by Jim & Cat of Pure Mountain Holidays for a week of fresh air and relaxation.

Our days were filled with walks, drives & picnics by lakes and on mountain tops. A wonderful time spent together away from the day to day hustle & bustle of work, school etc. etc....

Some time ago, I wrote about living life as it comes. Well, this holiday was no different. We didn't plan anything, just went with the flow and made the most of whatever opportunities came our way.... How many families can say they spent one afternoon playing Monopoly together and the next jumping off the top of a mountain seeing magnificent views of a snow covered Mont Blanc as well as Lake Geneva whilst para-gliding back down?


OK, so the holiday wasn't ALL relaxation - but how can you turn down the chance of that type of exhilaration when it is put in front of you? When something like this is shared, it becomes so much more worthwhile. Memories of smiles are made of times like these with family and we are all much closer because of them.

Life really is a beautiful adventure - make the most of every minute - preferably shared! :)