Category: Spiritual Wellness

In Our Darkest Hour Coping with Loss

in our darkest hour coping with loss
Darkness before the Dawn

In our darkest hour coping with loss we find that it is difficult to grieve the loss of a loved one, separation from a loved one or loss of some kind. For instance, it feels as though a long sharp edged knife, two or three is more like it, were sliced into my heart with blood force. Specifically, here is your heart, let me take this sword and drive the dagger right into it piercing from top to bottom. Furthermore, since you have one sword thru your heart, why don’t I stick two more swords thru your heart. “That will make me feel better” says Satan. In addition to daggers being thrust through my body, the emotional turmoil will not let my mind free.

Pain and loss
Like a Dagger Straight Thru the Heart

It is in our darkest hour that we feel a tornado swirling inside, the pain so real and so deep. Specifically, picture the tearing of muscles being separated from it’s organs. Is this what it means to fall to your knees? At times, I want to laugh with mischief to cover up the pain that is tormenting me. At other times I want to cry uncontrollably so that I can just release this agony. I question, why I am feeling this way? Everything you thought was real, was not real, or was it? Why is it necessary to go through such pain and suffering? Why must I be the example for everyone else? You tell me to keep pushing forward. You keep telling me everything will be alright.

In our Darkest Hour

The Five Steps to Grieving

  1. Denial
  2. Anger
  3. Bargaining
  4. Depression
  5. Acceptance

Questioning Your Loss in sorrow and doubt

Is it true that falling deep into the depths of our souls will teach us how to find ourselves? Searching thru the darkness like a lost child trying to get out of a patch of pricker bushes. Our hands and legs getting cut and sliced as we try to break free only to keep getting stuck in the next pricker bush. Blood dripping down the palm of your hand feeling numb to the open wounds. Silently screaming for someone to help you get unstuck yet, no one can hear you. You feel helpless and lost. You are weakened and holding on to the very last bit of strength that you have left. However, you manage to find the strength you need to continue to walk the path that is laid before you.

In our Darkest Hour coping with loss
Even when stuck, the light still shines thru the darkness

Pleading for Understanding To Why This Must Happen

Is it necessary to cut the core to our inner being? Why must we trust in ourselves? Transformation is like destroying all that you once knew only to rebuild or be reborn again. A completely valid point that you are tired and worn out. You even question yourself and say “how do I stand back up and get through this? I don’t want to rebuild. Why must I do this?” You complain and plead to God hoping he is listening to you in your darkest hour coping with loss. “Dear Lord, I have cut the cord. This sacrifice is killing me inside and out. Please show me the way. I’m lost in this darkness.”

Footprints in the sand
Like Footprints in the Sand-Follow your faith

Searching for Guidance In Your Faith

Having the faith to guide you through your darkest hour is to understand that in reality you are never truly alone, especially if you have faith. Like “Footprints In the Sand” just when you thought God had left you to burn and bleed thru your heart and soul, he whispers in your ear “my child, that is when I carried you”. He tells you that you are a rare jewel and I have come to take your pain and suffering away. But first before I do that, you must do something for me. You must shine your light so bright that the world will have no other option but to listen to what you have to share and say.

In our Darkest Hour coping with loss
And Suddenly a Ray of Light Shines

Acceptance of What Was, What Is and What Will Be

When you feel your world has been torn down and your holding on to the only thing you have left: we call that hope. By the same token, there is this voice inside my head. It says to “keep shining sunshine. Not only, will I protect you thru your pain and suffering but I will also love you. As well as be guiding you.”

How is it that you do you not see that you have been chosen to inspire and impact others? Together with your true nature and character you can achieve anything. This voice inside my head continues to tell me that “I believe in you. Of course, I believe you have the strength and endurance to get you thru.” I continue to tell myself that I was given this task by the higher power to be an example of how powerful love is in this cold world.

Equally important hope and faith tells us we won’t be alone.

Some paths along my journey, I will have to go alone, but I always know that my spirit guides are with me. As a matter of fact, we were given a body of armor to wear everyday (depending on your faith). Furthermore, no one can take your pain away, but you can accept that pain is part of life. Specifically, growing pains. Together, these tools and gifts have been given for you to Heal and then Show the world who you are.

Body of Armor
Body of Armor

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Distractions Holding You Back

Distractions holding you back
Distractions are everywhere and can smother your mind at times.

Are distractions holding you back from going after your goals? A distraction is a process that will block or prohibit an individual from remaining focused on a desired outcome or goal. This definitely happens to the best of us. We have individual dreams and goals and most of the time we get stuck or blocked from being able to accomplish these dreams. I sometimes question myself and ask why?

Have you thought about some distractions that have been or could be blocking your Desired Goals?

  • Television
  • Cell phones
  • Other People’s Opinions
  • Your Family
  • Bills/Money
  • Chores/Responsibilities
  • Social Activities
  • Work/Career

What are some ways to handle distractions that are holding you back?

  • Take a break
  • Meditation
  • Exercise
  • Watch the sun rise and or set
  • Listen to music
  • Take a hike in the woods
  • Try something new
  • Read a book

Take A Break from Distractions that might be holding you back

Distractions holding you back
Relaxing from distractions in a hotel room on the Waterfront in downtown Baltimore, MD.

When I say take a break from distractions that might be holding you back, I am saying that sometimes we need to step out of the confusion in order to ground or regroup ourselves. For example, I like to take mini vacations to regroup. Specifically, I will go stay in a hotel for a night or two completely by myself. Some may call it solitude. To me, I get the rest I need. I am able to think about me as an individual and it allows me to figure out what I need to do in order to continue going after my goals. In addition to the rest, I am able to gain the energy that is needed to stay focused with the constant waves of everyday life challenges.

How can meditation help you from getting distracted?

Distractions holding you back
Yoga Muriel at RI Yoga Center in Kingston, RI when I took my first Hot Power Yoga Class to help with my breathing and meditation techniques

Meditation is a technique used to help us as individuals to focus on mental clarity and awareness. If our minds are filled with other people’s opinions than maybe that means we are focused on other’s goals and not necessarily our own goals. However, I do feel that it is always good to listen to other people’s opinions but being able to decipher what will help guide you and what will hinder you are two different things. It has taken me a long time to learn from trials and errors thru life experiences that have gotten me to a place where I will listen to what other’s have to say, but in reality I will try my best to remain focused on me, the individual.

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Is exercise a good way to handle distractions that may hold you back?

Exercise in itself is a must for a healthy and well balanced lifestyle. For instance, not only does exercise help with oxygen and blood flow through our veins and muscles to keep our blood pumping, it also helps to release negative toxins that may be trapped in our minds and bodies. For example, running can build your inner core strength, as well as, get rid of stomach fat and release endorphins that make you a happy person.

distractions holding you back
elevate barre and cycle studio has been a life savor for allowing me to exercise at my own pace. Personal Trainer, owner and my sister Sara Loretta has encouraged me to follow my dreams and become healthy at the same time. We both enjoy a variety of music which makes it fun.

I am not an expert on exercise and yes I need to get into a routine of finding an exercise that I enjoy doing. However, I do believe in the benefits for exercising. So the question you might have for me that I have for myself, is what is holding Sheri back from doing exercise if she knows she needs to and it will benefit her? I too am working on my own distractions. Handling one distraction at a time.

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Listening to Music to distract my mind from distractions

First and foremost, music is one of the biggest forms of salvation for me. No matter what I am feeling or doing, music has an effect on me. Second, music is a very powerful tool that I use in many forms. For instance, I listen to music when I am happy, mad and sad. However, I enjoy all kinds of music. Third, I like to feel the music move through my body and feed into my soul. It can capture the pure essence of my being. Fourth, I enjoy listening to music to help me meditate. Specifically, it gets me in a zone to release anger or sadness that has been suppressed deep down inside. Fifth, music can be used as a form of expression. For example, when I try to sing like the artist or if I am dancing to the beat.

Distractions holding you back
Singing and acting a fool to release my stress is one way I clear my mind from distractions. When the right beat hits my soul, forget about it. I don’t care who is around, I get lost in my own world. You know the saying “Dance as if no one is Watching”. I live that to my greatest potential.

Moreover, I drive with music, clean with music, exercise with music, sleep with music, socialize with music and I am sure you are getting the idea of the benefits of music with me. How does music have an affect on your own life and well being?

What about trying something new to help with distractions

Trying something new can also be a distraction, however for this blog we are looking at the benefits of trying something new to help with handling our distractions. For instance, if we never try something we have never done before, than how are we going to expand our minds that will help us reach our dreams and goals? For example, if you are open to learning a new culture or craft, you are now stimulating your brain cells.

Distractions holding you back
Wine and Paint Night. My mom, big sis and my only daughter had a great night out, spending time together and trying something new.

Specifically, let’s look at paint and wine nights, that is one of the new craves going around. I could be behind on craves, but you get the idea. People are gathering together with old friends and meeting new friends while they are in a class learning how to paint a picture. As a result of an event like this, most people who finish this class are usually leaving with a smile on their faces. Specifically, they are feeling good about what they were able to learn on their own, amazed that they had the ability to create something of their own and they connected with someone new. I am sure the wine helped them to relax and open up a little bit. Hopefully you get the point.

In Conclusion Have You Thought About The Distractions in Your Own Life?

I know that we sometimes don’t want to look at reality and what is holding us back from truly going after our own dreams and goals. I do this all the time. Its called denial and we will distract ourselves and continue to distract ourselves until we are forced to look at the situation.

Distractions holding you back
This picture is dark and gloomy, but isn’t that what a distraction can look like to someone who is confused? No soul, no direction, no reason for motivation.

What happens when we are in denial of many different situations? That’s a great question and it is a hard one to learn. I personally am working on figuring out what my own dreams and goals are. Specifically, taking the time in solitude to really focus on what I want for my life. In addition to this time for solitude, I continue to focus on handling my personal situations head on since they will not resolve themselves on their own. As a result to this understanding, I have learned that I am sensitive to some distractions and completely cold to other distractions.

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The Ritualistic Nature of Burning Sage

Reducing our Stress Response from burning sage

The ritualistic nature of burning sage can reduce our stress response. For one reason we burn sage is to cleanse our environment from negative energy. Another reason we burn sage is to gain wisdom and clarity from our cluttered mind space. Third, we burn sage to promote inner healing.

burning sage for healing can be referred to as Smudging

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For instance, smudging for cleansing and spiritual healing is a ceremony that has been practiced by Indigenous People which involves the burning of sacred herbs. Specifically, forms of Sage (Common Sage or White Sage) and Cedar are the most typical herbs used for burning in a smudging ceremony. Traditionally, First Nations have special herbs to purify and bless people and places. Moreover, if we want to look deeper into the healing benefits of sage, their have been a few instances where the smudging would be done in the hospital to cleanse and repel evil spirits from the ill and sick. For example, it is similar to a priest coming in to give Holy Communion to a patient.

Personal Clearing for Yourself During a Smudging Ritual

First, we start by inhaling the smoke from the burning herbs. For instance, this is similar to a meditation technique, where you would take in a deep breathe, hold for a few seconds and then release/exhale. Second, we focus on our personal self and body as the smoke circles around our heads and travels down in circular motion to our ankles and feet. It is much easier to do this practice with a feather to help guide the burning smoke. In addition to personal clearing, you can continue the smudging ritual in your car and home. From my perspective there is no limit on how many times you can repeat the smudging ritual. Sometimes, I do it multiple times in a day and then their are other days when I would do it daily. It is completely up to the individual. Of course, I’m addicted to the burning sage.

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If you are feeling down, stressed or just want to clear the energy around you, I recommend trying a smudging ritual ceremony of your own. You might be glad you did. Let me know if you have any questions about smudging and cleansing. I’m here to help. Have a great day.

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Invest in My Name, Invest in My Brand

Invest in my name, invest in my brand
Created Sheri’s Dream Catcher

Invest in my name, invest in my brand, what does that really mean? I’ve got the feeling that someone wants to brand me? Well, I can tell you that the only person branding Sheri is Sheri. Let that be clear. Yes, Sheri is a stubborn human being, however she is also kind and loving and likes to help others be the best they can be. Sheri’s Dream Catcher is about finding my purpose, passion and dreams. First, it started with the help of others who have reminded me of what I am capable of. Second, they believed in me before I believed in myself. As a result, I would not be where I am today without their direction and faith in me learning some hard core life lessons. I give thanks to all who have taught me valuable lessons and supporting me in following my own dreams. I do hope someday, I am able to reciprocate their kindness.

We are given our Native Name by what we do and who we are in spirit

Invest in my name, invest in my brand
My Native Name is Dream Catcher

In order for me to move forward with my dreams, I need to invest in my own name. Hence, invest in myself. Ultimately, that will lead to investing in my own brand. Since I have begun working on all aspects of my life, physical, emotional and spiritual, I have grown in more ways than one. As a result of growing stronger on the inside, I am sharing my thoughts and trials and tribulations with you in my blogs. Without further ado, I would like to introduce you to Sheri (pictured above) the Author and Creator of Sheri’s Dream Catcher. Sheri is a spiritual person who enjoys being spiritually, emotionally and physically connected to Our Ancestor’s Culture. Furthermore, she enjoys learning, traveling, connecting and educating herself everyday to help her on her spiritual path and journey.

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Catching Dream with the help of a simple dream catcher

By looking at the picture above you see a dream catcher with the sun shining through it. This tells us that we have dreams that are still left for us to achieve prior to the sun setting. Legend also says that if you place the dream catcher above your head at night, the bad dreams will become entangled in the web which will be burned at suns first light. As a result of catching the bad dreams, this will allow your good dreams to pass through the web and travel down the feathers hanging from the dream catcher . Ultimately the good dreams will pass down into your mind. As a result, this process will allow you to see and follow your good dreams. Could this be where a vision comes from?

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Shop Sheri’s Picks dream catchers and spiritual smudging kits are products that are recommended for inner core building and spiritual healing. Not only do I live by my traditions and beliefs, I also love dream catchers and smudging kits. Furthermore, I practice building my inner core and spiritual healing to help me with furthering my life’s purpose. For instance, I smudge just about daily to help cleanse away the negative energy. In addition, I enjoy inhaling the aroma of smudging with the Sage, Smudging Sticks and Palos Sticks. It feels so good once you light that baby up.

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Focus on building your inner core and healing. This is the base for helping you to believe in yourself which in turn will give you the strength and courage you need to go after your own dreams.

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Day Tripping to Block Island

Block Island Ferry
The Block Island Ferry

How Did I travel to Block Island?

Our day tripping adventure to Block Island all started when we decided to take the Block Island Ferry regular trip which was only like $23 round trip. Not bad of a price since its like $11.50 each way or estimated @$10 each way (I prefer to think I spent less on the trip, lol. Of course you can take the fast ferry which gets you there in only a 1/2 hour but the prices were double and I prefer to use my money wisely and enjoy the ride. Of course we have options to take private boats but sometimes it’s fun to be a tourist in your own hometown. It was a gorgeous day for day tripping.

Hotels on Block Island
The National Hotel-Block Island
I Used A Lightweight Water Resistant Hiking Back Pack for A One Day Excursion

If you are on a budget, find one of your kids old school back packs and use one of those for your day trip.

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Where Is Block Island?

Block Island is an island off the coast of Rhode Island and it takes just about an hour by boat to get there from Pt. Judith, RI. It is also east of Montauk Point, Long Island. You can take a boat from New London, CT, Pt. Judith, RI and Newport, RI if you wish. As an alternative option, I believe they also have a small airport for those who would like to fly into the island. I actually thought about sky-diving onto the Island. Just kidding, but hey it could be an option, you never know.

Block Island Beaches

How was Block Island Named?

In history they tell us that the The Island was named after Dutch explorer Adriaen Block who named it after himself when he sailed to the island in 1614. Hence the name Block Island. However, the first inhabitants of Block Island were the Native American Indians. Specifically, The Niantics who eventually merged with The Narragansett Indian Tribe. Their is evidence that dates back over thousands of years which can be learned on the Block Island Historical website (https://blockislandhistorical.org). The Natives called the Island “Manisses” which means “Island of the Little God”.

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Bike Rentals on Block Island
Bike Riding and Shopping The Island is all part of the fun filled adventure

Why Did I take a Day Trip to Block Island?

Day tripping to Block Island was a way for me and my sister and girl friends to take an excursion in just one day. Our agenda included:

  • Time spent with loved ones-Priceless
  • Two Boat Rides on the Atlantic Ocean
  • Swimming in the Ocean which I must add was just the right medicine for me.
  • Riding bikes around the island (Great Scenery and Exercise)
  • Eating at Poor Man’s Pub for lunch
  • Drinking a cocktail or two at The Yellow Kitten and Ballard’s
  • Dancing and Swimming at Ballard’s Beach
  • Shopping
  • Watching an Amazing Sunset over the ocean
  • Meeting new people from different places
  • Singing “Hey Jude” by The Beatles as we entered Block Island Sound
  • Stress Free Rejuvenation Day
  • Memories Made to Last a Life Time
Swimming at Block Island Sound
Submerged in the ocean in Block Island Sound
Don’t forget your Camera!!

I’m not going to lie, this action mount head mount for my cell phone is on my wish list. I did use my smart phone camera which is fine, but it would have been nice if I was hands free and recording while I was biking the island.

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Great Photo Opportunities When You travel to Block Island even for One Day

Pictures Galore and Great Scenery to Explore- Below are a few shots I took from the top of the Block Island Ferry on our way home to the Port of Galilee. We were lucky to watch the sun setting in the distance. Pictures do not do it justice and it literally took our breaths away even for that moment in time.

Block Island Ferry Sunset Views
Sunset leaving Block Island Sound and Headed to Port of Galilee, RI

Have you ever thought about day tripping to Block Island? Sometimes it is nice to be a tourist in your own hometown. You may learn something you never new before.

Block Island Day Trip (2019)
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Daily Struggles Can Either Hinder or Help Us

Ripped, Worn and Torn finding it hard to move forward

Some say daily struggles can either help or hinder us. The Value of “Life Happens” not to you but for you. Yes, I’m hit with obstacles every day and sometimes, minute by minute and hour by hour. This could be the reason why our daily struggles can leave us feeling ripped, worn and torn finding it hard to move forward. Some days I need to put a shield around me to protect myself. I’m not saying I’m in danger but from time to time I see everything that is happening around me. Losing loved ones tragically and peacefully. Struggling to pay bills and dealing with getting by pay check to pay check. Wondering if their is more to life than what is right in front of me. Knowing that I have the ability to do and create the life I want. Worried about my children and praying they are strong enough to handle what the world throws at them. Hoping that everyone will get along and not start knife fighting over who drank the last beer. Helping a friend who may have just gotten out of jail, or fighting the mental disease of bipolar and drugs. Understanding the reason why some may hustle in the late hours selling drugs to provide for their family because they can’t get out or off the system.

Handle Yourself with Care

The day to day struggle is no different for you or me. It’s how we are able to handle the storm that is ripping us apart and tearing us limb to limb knowing that we are already worn out when it hits.

Daily struggles can either help or hinder us
Ripped, worn and torn blue jeans is an example of how daily struggles can affect us on the inside. Taken in the Financial District of New York City September 2019

No, I’m not talking about clothes. Some could think I’m shopping for stressed out, white washed, cut off jeans. Not today. It’s not a bad idea and I could use some new clothes. School shopping is just around the corner. This year will be different though. All three of my children are working and I’m teaching them to put away their paycheck and get through the week with their tips. Little do they know they will be purchasing their own school clothes, shoes and supplies this year. I’m sure they will feel the daily struggles are both hindering and helping them at the same time. I’ve waited a long time for this. It’s important for me to teach them the basics of how to manage their hard worked income now that they are in the game of more month than cash. They will feel ripped, worn and torn by the end of the summer.

I Say Bring On The Storm So I Can Help Myself To Conquer These Daily Struggles

Daily struggles can either help or hinder us
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So what does it mean when I say that daily struggles can leave us feeling ripped, worn and torn finding it hard to move forward? Have you ever looked at your self standing firmly on the ground and looked up to see the tornado storm whipping around you mixed with debris? Yes, this is an exaggeration but think with me here. This storm can either hinder you or help you. How, you might ask? This storm will show you how much strength you have inside you to fight to stay alive, that will help you to see how strong you really are.

Perseverance is Key

If you can fight with all your might against all the bull crap that storm is throwing at you, then you can do anything you put your mind and heart to. Nothing is stopping you from doing what you want to do except you. You have a force shield around you, looking like a human standing in the middle of a bubble. You know that debris (bull crap) will not hit you or damage you. In fact, you know that any debris (bull crap) that flies towards you, it will be bounced off that force shield. You also know that your feet are safe and firmly on the ground. You need to tell yourself, I am not ripped, worn and torn, I am stronger than any storm.

People only do what you allow them to do

On the other hand, you can let and allow all the gossip, drama and bull crap get to you and bring you down. That is what it means when they say it can hinder you. Basically it stops you from succeeding and doing what you know you can do. It gives you doubt. Do you believe that “no weapon formed against me shall prosper”? A storm in this case is the weapon and you will have courage and strength within yourself to not let it break you. Stand tall in who you are. Remember the storm will pass but you my friend will still be standing strong.

Can You Find Support From Daily Struggles In Odd Places?

Daily struggles can either help or hinder us
While one may be struggling to survive the daily turmoil, others are putting their own lives on the line to help the struggling party. Team Rescue at Narragansett Beach during Hurricane Earl 2010

No matter how ripped, worn and torn we feel, we are stronger than any force field. Everyday we strive for happiness. Everyday another loved one or friend is hurting with sadness. Why do they say death happens in threes. I have not researched that yet but I’m sure it has something to do with our seeds. Togetherness and unity is what keeps us strong. Why then I must ask you do you feel ripped, worn and torn? “It’s not why is this happening to me, but what is this teaching me?” If “like attracts like” then as we grow we bond with those who wish to work together and are striving for the same thing. Support is all around you. It may not be within your immediate family and that is OK.

Being Grateful for what and who you have in your life

Support comes in all shapes, colors and sizes. You never know who will be there for you and who will risk their own lives to help save you. Be grateful that you were born for a reason and you have a purpose. No two lights shine the same. But all in all we are all living in the same game. Generation to generation and we see that the times have all changed. Ripped, worn and torn I am here to master my own game. Yet, still some believe that daily struggles can leave us feeling ripped, worn and torn finding it hard to move forward.

Do you agree that our daily struggles can either hinder or help us? Are you feeling ripped, worn and torn about everything?

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Technical Difficulty With My Mind?

Having technical difficulty with my mind as I take on a new endeavor. Specifically, starting a new entrepreneur business on my own started to leave me feeling discouraged at first. However, the more I educate and train myself the more I am learning I never knew, I never knew.

technical difficulty with my mind
What will I do? Technical difficulty with my mind

Starting a new endeavor can leave you feeling technically lost at first.

For instance, I had decided to start my own blog this past summer. At first, I was so discouraged because their was a lot I needed to learn with starting a blog on the internet. In general, just starting my own blog whether it is for personal journal entries or a new business takes a lot of time to configure your own website. It was my own personal preference to creating my own website. Of course you can hire a professional to do it for you. However for me, that will just add to the start up cost.

Saving up for Rose Gold Dell XLP 9370 Laptop-working my way up from a smart phone to a blogging travel computer

Dell XPS 9370 Laptop, 13.3″ UHD (3840 x 2160) InfinityEdge Touch Display, 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8550U, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Fingerprint Reader, Windows 10, Rose Gold

How do I start my own blog website on a low budget?

I am not a professional blogger and I am just beginning my new endeavor so why would I just jump into putting a ton of money into something I don’t know works yet. On the other hand, it takes money to make money they say. However, if I am just beginning, I believe that over time and as my knowledge and experience grows, I will be able to add more features into my blogging website. Specifically, I really feel that if I am going to put my best foot forward with creating my own Brand, it is best that I learn how to create my own website. This is just a personal preference.

I first started taking videos and pictures for my blogging website with an android and then upgraded to the the Google Pixel 3
Google – Pixel 3 XL with 64GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked) – Just Black

Working with the technical difficulty of my mind.

Whenever I am contemplating an idea, I tend to talk to myself. For instance I said to myself, “the more I learn how to do on my own, the less money I will have to pay out of pocket down the road”. Again, this is personal preference. On the contrary, my sister likes to pay all the upfront costs and just get it over with so her website would be up and running in no time. As a result, this option allows her more time to just focus on creating and maintaining her brand. I recommend that an individual has the right to pick the option that is best for them and hopefully it won’t break the bank either.

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Traveling to the Unknown Destination-Technical Difficulty with my mind

Reflecting on technical difficulties with my mind

In the above photo I took, I was on an airplane on my way to Hawaii for the very first time in my life. Hawaii was a place I have always wanted to travel to since I was a kid. I worked really hard to make my dream come true. However, as I was sitting there pondering over and over again in my head, I started thinking and thinking. Specifically, I was reflecting on my life at that moment.

You might need some Sunglasses for your airplane ride, how about protecting them in a Dream Catcher hard shell case. Remember those dreams
Hard Shell Glasses Protective Case with Cleaning Cloth for Eyeglasses and Sunglasses – Dream Catcher Twigs Twine

Critical questions that I asked myself

  • Their has to be more?
  • What am I not doing that I could be doing?
  • What am I good at?
  • What are my skills?
  • What are my talents?
  • What do I enjoy doing?
  • Where do I see myself in 5 years or 10 years from now?
  • What is holding me back?

Committing to one direction or the other

It’s like having one foot in the sand and one foot in the water at the same time. To me this means that you are not fully in the water or fully on the warm sand with both feet or your whole body. A lot of times we go back and forth with our decisions. Specifically we ask ourselves, Do I do this? Do I not do this? What happens if I jump right into the water/project? What happens if I stay on the beach and not go into the water at all? Decisions, Decisions, Decisions! I believe it’s normal to have these conflicting thoughts with yourself. Sooner or later we need to commit to one direction or the other. This is something you need to figure out for yourself. No one knows you better than you.

Technical Difficulty with my mind
The Sunlight is still peaking thru as it sets-Clearing the technical difficulty with my mind

Do you have trouble deciding what you want to do? Do you agree that you get stuck sometimes? Got to start somewhere! Why not start now?

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Why My Fascination with Dream Catchers

Why dream catchers
The Legend of the Dream Catcher

What is the purpose of a Dream Catcher?

Let’s start with the traditional meaning of what is a dream catcher and what does it mean to catch dreams? Specifically, the meaning of dream catchers comes from the Original Natives or in my knowledge Indigenous People of this land we call America.

In addition, each tribe or tribal nation have a different cultural meaning and they also have their own legend of the dream catcher’s purpose. Above all, it is believed that when you hang a dream catcher over your bed it will catch the bad dreams and let the good dreams pass thru.

Obviously for this purpose, bad dreams not knowing their way, are caught in the web and melt away in the first light of morning. In this case, the first light of morning represents the sun’s light.

Specifically, the sun’s light will burn away the bad dreams that are caught in the web. As a result of getting caught in the web, the bad dreams will be no more. Where as, the good dreams will slip thru the web and slide down the feathers. Finally, flowing down into the dreamer.

I’m a firm believer in following your dreams so let’s make sure they are good dreams

Why Dream Catchers
My very first dream catcher made of twigs

My fascination with dream catchers began at a young age. Specifically, I would and still do collect them from different places. Firstly, they came from Native American Indian Pow Wows. As well as, visits to Indian Reservations from Rhode Island, Connecticut, Arizona, Massachusetts, New York, Florida and Hawaii. Such as, the one in the picture above is made out of sticks and twigs. It was the first dream catcher I ever bought myself.

Needless to say, I was working with family tribal members of the Narragansett Indian Tribe at the International Indian Pow Wow in Connecticut on the Mashantucket Pequot Reservation. Ultimately, this dream catcher caught my eye because it was different and it was made from nature. Additionally, over the years friends and family members would give them to me as gifts.

Catching Dreams is part of my fascination with dream catchers

I remember one day, I walked into the house and saw an orchid plant on the kitchen table along with a card nestled up against the pot. Clearly, I opened the card and started to read. At that specific moment my eyes began to fill up with water. At this point, I could feel the tears start to fall down my face. As I read, the words “my dream catcher, always catching dreams and making mine and everyone else’s dreams come true”, it took me a minute to take it all in. At an instant 40 years of my life flashed back and forth before my very soul.

Clearly, I love to help people catch their dreams and make them come true. Of course, their is no guarantee, but when someone let’s me help them, it is possible to make those dreams a reality. It should be noted that the big catcher is, you just don’t know when.

What does dream catching mean to me?

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The Girl Behind catching her dreams

I have always believed in the legend of the dream catcher. Every dream I have ever wished has come true. Don’t get me wrong, I have put in a lot of sweat and tears to get to where I am today. It all started with a dream and a girl behind the dream.

Could you believe in the legend of the dream catcher? Would you believe in your dreams? Do you believe in yourself?

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A Dream You Want To Achieve In The Future

A dream you want to achieve in the future begins with the process of writing your own thoughts and ideas down onto a piece of paper. For instance, have you ever heard someone say “keep a journal next to your bed”? Well, I have plenty of times. What’s the reasoning behind it? Well, they say that if you journal about your dreams, you are more likely to turn those thoughts and ideas into a reality. Remember a dream is just a dream until you’ve given commitment to the vision you created in your mind. The execution of that dream becomes a goal to achieve once you put a date to it.

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A Dream You Want to Achieve

Why Must We Create A Dream Plan?

For starters, you do not have to do anything. As a result of doing nothing, it means you have achieved nothing. Am I correct? As a matter of fact, most of the time I tend to use my vision to focus on the dreams I’ve envisioned for myself to achieve. By the same token, to continue to move forward with my dream process, I tend to ask myself questions. For example, “How am I going to achieve my dream?”

Evaluation of the current situation

  • Where am I at now?
  • Where do I see myself in anther 1, 3 or 5 years from now?
  • What resources do I have available to me now?
  • What can I do on my own?
  • What do I need assistance with?
  • Who can I learn from?
  • Who can I rely on?
  • How will I take my first step?

Research, Research, Research!!!

Indeed, you have started the process of your dream foundation. Another way to look at your foundation is to think of it as creating building blocks that will formulate your plan which is connected to your goal that links to the dream you want to achieve.

A dream to achieve
What are you thoughts and Ideas?

A Plan is only a plan similar to a dream is only a dream.

In order for the dream to materialize we must put forth “Action“. For instance, sitting in a dark room visualizing our dreams is only going to produce the visualizing. Not only is “Execution” vital to achieving our dreams but “Action” also is a key component to activating our dreams into a reality. For example, a football team doesn’t win by standing on the field waiting for the referee to scream touch down. Likewise, a basketball player doesn’t stand on the court holding the ball in his hands saying “did you see that shot I didn’t take”?

A dream to achieve
Create Your Own Vision with a Vision Board

Always Try. If at first I don’t succeed, try, try again.

For this reason, I believe it is imperative to at least Try. As a consequence to our actions, it will either make or break us. Such as, not taking action will leave us at square one, just visualizing. The choice is yours really. You take the direction that is best for you, as it should be.

WATCH OUR FULL SIP N THINK CHAT DISCUSSION we had on January 28th BELOW with THE topic: Dream deadline

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Dreams don’t work, unless you do

John C. Maxwell

OUR NEXT SIP N THINK CHAT IS SCHEDULED FOR February 12, 2021. TOPIC: Undecided. YOU CAN JOIN US LIVE ON INSTAGRAM @SHERISDREAMCATCHER 8PM EST.

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