Creating Intentions

What Are You Thankful For?

2011-11-23T10:47:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, my oldest daughter came home from school with a homework assignment to create a list of things she is thankful for. We sat down together and for about 2 hours and we came up with 224 things!!! It was a wonderful assignment as it created a cherished memory between the both of us. Afterward we proceeded to spend the rest of the evening sharing chores around the house with an incredible feeling of lightness and joy. It’s amazing how taking the time to acknowledge the things that you are grateful for can be so heart opening!

As we approach the USA holiday of Thanksgiving, we are reminded to give thanks by reflecting on the things in life that we are grateful for. Although we are in the midst of planetary struggle and economic strife, it has become ever more important to maintain an attitude of gratitude each day, in every moment as much as possible, in order to maintain a sense of balance as we move through these intensely changing times.

I invite you to create some time over the next day or two to connect with the center of your heart. Find a quiet spot to relax your mind and body so your awareness can gently enter into the spacious stillness of your heart’s center. We can better assist this process by creating a list of all the things we are grateful for before sitting down to meditate. When we commit our thoughts to paper by writing them down, we create a space for our heart’s intelligence to emerge. At first you may think of just a few things that you are grateful for. Eventually that list will continue to build until gratitude effortlessly flows out of you like a river onto your paper. Now your thoughts are captured, recorded, and anchored into physical shape and form. This list can act as a focal point that serves to carry you through any adversities you may be facing, or when you lose sight of the things that truly hold the most meaning in your life, or when you feel lost in the dark, or stuchttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifk in the mud. You can also hold this list in your hands as you meditate upon your heart to help keep you focused on your intention.

SO HERE IS THE CHALLENGE!!!.....

Email me your Thankful Lists and I will place everyone’s names that enter into a drawing and one winner will receive a FREE 30 minute Transformational Coaching Session. Send your lists to illuminedartgirl@yahoo.com

First and foremost, I AM Thankful for the gift of life and my 4 daughters, my family and friends, my clients and students, and ALL of the Members of Our Beloved Creathttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifing Intentions Community “Get Out of Your Mind, Get Into Your Heart”. www.creatingintentions.com/membersite

I sincerely feel so very honored and blessed to have the daily opportunity to share with you all of the things that inspire me and fill me with a deep sense of passion and joy.
At this time, I would also like to extend a special offer to you!!!.... If you book a Transformational Coaching Session before Friday, November 25, I will offer you the low rate of just $35.00 for a 60 minute session (normally $60.00). To book an appointment, send me an email at illuminedartgirl@yahoo.com

Have a lovely Thanksgiving Weekend!

May ALL of Your Intentions BE Fulfilled!
Abundant Blessings,
Elizabeth Diamond

11-11-11....What Is Does This Mean???

2011-11-10T20:52:00.000-08:00

Be Willing to Exercise Your Personal Creative Potential!

The time is NOW! The opportunity is here. If you have an inner sense that you are destined for greatness or intuitively feel that you have the ability to create positive change, this IS your moment. Powerful light frequencies are moving through the earth’s atmosphere beginning on 11-11-11 through 11-22-11. These intense waves of light energy, unseen to the physical eye, are penetrating the subtle energy fields of our human bodies. Our bodies have never before been exposed to frequencies of light with this degree of intensity since our evolution on this planet. This light energy is pushing outdated thought and behavioral patterns to the surface. It is surfacing negativity, disharmony, and dis-ease to be released for good.

We can take advantage of this opportunity to ground these high frequencies of light into our energy fields, our physical bodies, and our way of life. When we willingly tune into these light energies, our heart centers awaken to the presence of our One True Self and our inner spiritual light. This realization allows us to consciously contribute to the amount of Light being projected into the world today.

All of the number 1’s in 11-11-11 remind us to be ONE. One with each another. One with Nature. One with Mother Earth. To be at peace. To just BE.

You can begin by tuning into a sense of oneness by focusing on your heart center. When you focus your awareness here, an inner sense of your unlimited creative potential awakens. As you gradually perceive your hearts presence, your heart grows and expands into an empowering loving sensation of oneness and connectedness to all life. A deep inner knowing begins to surface into your conscious awareness of the infinite possibilities lying dormant within you. All of a sudden you are illumined from the inside out. As you step into the realization of your true authentic Self, you are filled with light. Now it is time to just BE You. To BE ONE with the Real YOU, your True Self. To let YOU shine, to let YOU radiate the glory of your ONENESS. As you radiate the joy of your sense of ONENESS, you become so full of light that inspiration fills you to the core, so much so you feel compelled to act, to creatively express yourselves in powerful and positive ways.

This is your opportunity to tune into this unprecedented influx of light, to allow the intense frequencies of light BEing made available to you NOW on 11-11-11 to lift your spirits, to raise your vibration, to release any limited perspectives, to dissolve the weight of any unwanted patterns, to claim your victory into the ascension of higher states of consciousness and BEing AND to feel the love, the freedom and the joy that you are craving and are so worthy of experiencing.

May You Come to Know and Experience the Splendor of Your Truest Self!

© Elizabeth Diamond. All Rights Reserved 2011

BE FREE To Create Like A Child!

2011-04-19T10:16:00.001-07:00

Have you ever felt the delicious sensation of creating with pure freedom? Do you know what it feels like to have the courage to try new things, to experiment, to take risks, to fool around, to play, have fun, to completely be yourself while making a mess in the process? Do you know the joy of allowing the flow of creativity to move through you as it inspires you to create according to what feels good to you? Do you create in this way?

I am not just speaking about creating a piece of art, writing poetry, performing a series of dance movements, or any other activity that one would consider a right brain function. I am speaking about infusing creativity, a quality of consciousness into everything you do. Our very essence is creative, our very essence is free.

Something happens to us as we mature into adulthood. Our creative essence becomes ridged, restrained, structured. All of a sudden there is so much fear around our creative works. We judge ourselves, we compare ourselves to others, we doubt our creative abilities, we feel an incessant need to try and be perfect and if we are not perfect, we either beat ourselves up or give up completely. In order to solve this dilemma we seek out other people’s techniques, guidelines, and structures. We look to others that we deem are credible experts to show us how to create. Then once again we find ourselves adhering to the rules, afraid to step outside of the box to add our own unique flare or touch for fear of looking foolish. Oftentimes we are programmed with the core belief that if we don’t follow the standards set in place, if we don’t adhere to others expectations of us then our integrity becomes flawed in some way. We have a core fear that we will lose the respect of others or even ourselves.

To be truly creative is to just let go and have fun, to make up our own rules as we go along, to move forward in our own unique direction. When we begin to experiment and take risks and travel in a direction that has never before been explored, we learn, we grow, we begin to feel vitally alive. This is the rich reward of being truly creative.

When we strictly follow other people’s paths, structures, or techniques, we actually recreate what has already been created. We are not infusing the aliveness of our soul’s unique expression into what we are doing.

How can we create freely once again without the ridged restraints of the mind?

“View the World with Child-Like Eyes”

Learn to tap into your inner child once again to taste the freedom of your pure creative origins. Imagine feeling the thrilling sensations of living in the moment, engaging all of your five senses as you give your full attention to whatever it is that you are doing. Imagine that you have no preconceived ideas or notions as to how you are supposed to do something. The path has not yet been forged. No ideals to follow. What would you do? How would you go about creating yourself?

Our soul wants to leave its mark in the world through its own personal expression, to create something that has never been created before…yes?

When we are born into this world, we all contain the same potential to become great creators. As a young child, we burst with delight at the slightest expression of love, beauty, and affection. Remember what it was like to live in the moment experiencing things in our external environment for the very first time. Did you get messy? Did you listen to the rules? Were you trying to be perfect?

The memory of our youth is recorded within our cellular memory. When we create the time to dwell in the memory of our childhood pleasures, we are capable of activating deep insights into the true nature of our creative origin. The quality of consciousness that we resided in as a young child before we were taught to adhere to the rules, before we were taught to rationalize our need for perfection, before we were taught to adhere to the things that society values such as power, money, recognition, before we were taught to compete with one another, will once again flood our awareness.

When you wake up to the realization of your innate creative talents and once again view the world through the eyes of your inner child, you will see love, joy, beauty, celebration everywhere. Your inner capacity to create with freedom will be released. Experience once again the thrill of being vitality alive. This is your core essence. The quality of this sensation is present within you and available to you in every moment. It may have gone dormant for the time being, but it is waiting to be released. We are born creators who have temporarily forgotten our true nature. It takes courage to activate our natural creative expression. You will have to step outside the box. You will have to step outside of what is familiar and comfortable. You will have to take risks but you can learn to play once again and you will be free. The rich quality of this experience will make the journey worth it in the end.

Remember there is no right or wrong way. There is just one way…to be free. Keep on messing around, keep on messing up until your discover your unique flare! Let go of your attachment to the rules…try not to adhere to strict guidelines…release your inner desire to be perfect…you already are! When you create from your soul’s deepest expression all of your creative products contain an essence of the divine. Release your soul into what whatever it is that you are doing….whatever it is that you are creating. Then you are truly creating something new, then you are leaving your mark on the world

©2011 Elizabeth Diamond. All Rights Reserved.

Get YOUR Skinny Back!

2011-04-06T13:19:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share an incredible opportunity being made available to you during this fabulous Spring Awakening. I am a guest speaker of this new and exciting Teleseminar Series called Get Your Skinny Back! I am scheduled to speak on April 13 and I plan to share some powerful processes and tools for releasing outdated baggage and how to reclaim your true essence!

Tonight we are offering a Get Your Skinny Back FREE Kick-Off Event! Even if you don't have physical weight you want to shed there is mental, emotional soul weight that can be released. Are you ready to get your energy, your self-worth, and your delight at living back? Then register for this free seminar now. Lose the thinghttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifs that are weighing on you. Don't wait another day.

Please join us today 6:00pm PST click this link:

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I have such wonderful women joining forces with me to give
you truly yummy and invaluable content.

We three will share our hard one juicy secrets with you
Michelle Skaleski-Boyd from Soul-felt, Maryam Webster from
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April 6th 6pm PST

You will learn all our hard won secrets and tips on how to
get the essence of you back. It is reclamation time. Isn't
it time you really had you?

Join us for this free call April 6th 6:00 pm Pacific Coast
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Just click this link:

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And be part of this wonderful timely free teleseminar and
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I so look forward to connecting with you there will be
questions and answers at the end of the call. Don't miss out!

Offering Loving Suppport to Japan

2011-03-21T09:53:00.000-07:00

Turbulent times call for tools that wake us up to full realization of our human potential.....

Changes in the environment, politics, the economy, and the effect of natural disasters can cause us to feel like helpless victims living a life of mere chance and circumstance. With the recent disaster of the earthquake and tsumani in Japan, we can choose to sit around and watch more news of the devastation and feel sad or we can choose to let this historic event awaken a new awareness within ourselves to:

• Take some sort of selfless action to give back to the earth…plant a tree, ride a bike or walk to work to reduce gas emissions in the environment, unplug electronic devices not in use, etc.
• Open our hearts more in loving compassion to everyone around us
• Strive to see the beauty present in each moment
• Openly express our gratitude for what we do have in our life
• Nurture ourselves little more each day by tuning into our inner needs and finding ways to joyously express ourselves

I encourage you to spend some time today sending loving thoughts of healing energy to Japan. Visualize the entire country wrapped in a cloud of peace and wholeness……see the nuclear reactors of Fukushima stabilizing themselves and operating at optimal efficiency. Call on your angles or guides to join you in a unified effort as you intentionally support the country of Japan on an energetic level. See the people of Japan being infused with this loving support by finding an inner strength and resolve to discover the courage to move forward in renewal.

This is an easy way to offer selfless service to support the entire country of Japan without leaving the comfort of your own home. Intention and visualization are powerful actions that you can take right now!

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Many Blessings,
Elizabeth Diamond
xoxoxo

LOVE is the KEY!

2011-01-11T08:12:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year! I hope your year is off to a magnificent start! There is a great wave of momentum that ushers in a new year that we can use to our advantage. I wanted to share with you some words of wisdom and a few self-empowerment resources that can help to inspire, support and guide you to reap the blessings of all of your desired intentions, goals and dreams!

Love is the source of all life. When we strive to make love the foundation for all of our choices, we embark on a journey of self-discovery. As we travel through a never ending process of becoming, we awaken to deeper realizations of who we truly are at the core. Setting the intention to make it our primary focus to connect with the source of our inner divine nature, we return to the knowing of the one true source, the source of all life. The heart is the doorway that bridges heaven and earth. Paying attention to love, thinking loving thoughts, feeling love throughout every pore of our being allows us to fully embody our unlimited potential to radiate the highest vibration possible and it is available to you….right here in this moment. Choose love! Be an expression of love right now…. make it the basis for all of your choices today!

Every morning when I wake up, I consciously tune into my inner source. The above passage is the wisdom that surfaced into my awareness as I gentle rose to greet this day. I intuitively feel that 2011 is all about awakening to the deeper wisdom of the heart. When we reside in this loving sacred space we become crystal clear about who we really are and our purpose in life. Developing heart centeredness in which we consciously live, breathe and create from this space allows us to maintain our peace, strength and grace in the midst of chaos or uncertainty. The more we dwell in the love that is present in our heart the more we feel more vitally alive, emotionally balanced, psychologically stable, and compelled to express our truth authentic selves into the word through divinely inspired action.

I would like to invite you to become a member of our beloved community “Get Out of Your Mind, Get Into Your Heart!”

Right now I am offering a 2 Week Free Trial Membership that will give you immediate access to hours and hours of our recorded group coaching calls, guided meditations, intentional scrapbooking tutorials, and a wide variety of other self-empowerment tools. I am going to be making this offer available to you until the 18th of this month.

http://www.creatingintentions.com/membersite/

Starting in February, we will be focusing on getting clear about our purpose in life, identifying our unique strengths, talents and passions and putting them to use in the world in some way so that we begin to live with a deeper sense of purpose and meaning.

I would like to recommend 2 wonderful books being released today!

Marci Shimoff’s “Love For No Reason”
http://www.thelovebook.com

The breakthrough approach in this book will help you reset your "love set point" as easily as you reset a thermostat. You'll automatically turn up the heat on giving, receiving -- and accepting -- more love and abundant blessings in your life. You'll be able to:
• Open your heart fully and experience deep love from the inside, even in the midst of challenges.
• Enjoy more fulfilling relationships with others AND with yourself.
• Turn off your body's stress response and turn on your body's "love response" for better health and well-being.
• Experience greater success and satisfaction.
• Help your family, community, and the world.

Joan Borysenko “Take the Journey from Fried to Revived!”
http://promos.hayhouse.com/fried/index.php

You may think that you're depressed, but there's a good chance that you're burning out and need greater awareness of what's happening to you and what you can do to come back to life again. Revival from burnout is always about the recovery of lost authenticity. It’s waking up to who we really are and realizing that heaven is not a destination, but a state of mind. If being fried can bring us to the point where we reconnect to our own true nature, then it’s worth every moment of separation to rediscover the heaven that has been inside of us all along.

May 2011 be filled with ever increasing moments of unconditional love and joy! You deserve it!

Finally, My Book is HERE!!!

2010-07-21T19:30:00.000-07:00

I am so very blessed to be stepping into the realization of an intention that I created 2 years ago! At last, my book is here! I am a published author and to celebrate this amazing milestone, more than 90 top authors, mentors, coaches and metaphysical experts have donated thousands of dollar$$ of FREE Gifts and Bonuses to help me launch my new book 7 Mindsets to Master Self-Awareness on Thursday, July 22.

http://7mindsetslaunch.homestead.com/bookpromo.html.

I am so grateful for their support and generous donations. If you are ready to reach higher vibrational levels to fully embody your deepest truths than you are going to love this book. 7 Mindsets to Master Self-Awareness awakens an inner awareness to your unlimited creative potential and guides you to shift you focus things off what is wrong or missing from your life and onto all of the things in your life that matter the most. It explores the use of the chakras and their corresponding crystals to inspire a step of courage into the unknown. This book helps one to explore the depths of the soul and begin to touch upon a deeper understanding of the divine infinite source that is greater than self.
Among those endorsing the book are Jill Lublin, International Speaker & Best Selling Author of Get Noticed…Get Referrals, Guerrilla Publicity, and Networking Magic; Jamie Jones, of the Tao Jones Exchange and author of You Are Amazing! and Sallie Felton, Life Coach and international talk show host.

If you decide that this book is for you, I encourage you to visit our designated launch page where I personally offer 2 FREE Gifts with no purchase necessary. Some of the many bonus gifts you will receive upon purchase of the book include Mp3s, teleseminars, reports, guides, book excerpts and more.

For more information about the book publication launch: http://7mindsetslaunch.homestead.com/bookpromo.html.

It’s Christmas in July at Cool2Craft!

2010-07-12T05:56:00.000-07:00

Tune into Cool2Craft today as I demo this “Magical Wish Wand”. The intention behind it is for people to be seen, acknowledge and appreciated for they really are. To me that is what the spirit of Christmas and gift giving is truly about. At Christmas time, we all know that the gifts that we remember the most are those that reflect who we are on the inside, our true interests and passions.

Canvas "WISH" Accordian Album

2010-06-04T12:46:00.000-07:00

Check out this LIVE demo on how to anchor a wish into a mini intention book on Create Scrapbooks: http://ht.ly/1UbLw

"Wish" Wood Block

2010-05-19T10:20:00.000-07:00

I am so thankful to be a featured guest on Cool2Craft. Check out the latest episode as I demonstrate a 15 minute segment on how to anchor a wish into this cute little wood block.
http://www.cool2craft.com

Divine Love!

2010-04-19T08:39:00.000-07:00

The intention of this project is to become aware of the divine presence in the heart, to tune into it and allow it to fill every fiber of your being so that you radiant loving compassion into everything you do!

www.creatingintentions.com/scrapbooking

DREAM!

2010-04-05T08:58:00.000-07:00

The intention of this tag is to anchor into physical shape and form a reminder of the importance of holding ones heartfelt dreams. Everything becomes possible when the imagination is activated through the process of dreaming. So I created this tag with these dominant intentions:

• to remind myself each day to spend time dreaming about how I want my life to unfold
• to use the process of dreaming to clarify my life vision
• to help me step into the essence of specific desired outcomes so that when they do appear in my life, I am used to living in the energy of it and do not unconsciously sabotage its success

I intentionally used amethyst chips because amethyst naturally stills the thought process of the mind. It helps one to enter the stillness of their BEing, the space that exists in between thought. Amethyst opens the door for the imagination to ponder new possibilities and it allows the creative process to usher in a deeper more authentic wisdom.

I intentionally used the colors purple and gold as they represent colors of higher consciousness, higher understanding of one’s meaning and reason for living on earth.
To dream is to prepare the soil for something new to bloom and unfold into your life. In order to experience any type of change or anything different, one must be willing to open the door to their imagination. The imagination is the portal to all of creativity. If you can imagine any new possibility, than the potential already exists for it to emerge into your life.

We create with every thought and attract with every feeling whether we are aware of this fact or not. Change begins on the inside, it starts with paying attention to how you feel and think about life. Our environment, the universe responds to whatever it is that we place our focused attention and awareness upon. When a person is able to feel their dreams on the inside, they continue to attract more of the same. Concentrate on building an inner state of well-being, an inner image that does not fluctuate. Holding the dream over an extended period of time allows it to become easily sustained. Soon we are the change we seek, it becomes our dominate way of being, that is easy, natural and effortless.

When you become clear as to what it is that you really want, set an intention and then dream into the experience of it, live out the desired outcome in your mind. This is a form of prayer, a way of asking the universe for what you really want. See it clearly and with as much detail as possible. The longer you hold the vision, the more you dream into the desired outcome, the stronger the response you will receive from the universe itself.

It is crucial to entertain radically different thoughts, ideas, images and emotions than the ones you are used to holding out of habit. Ask yourself what your life would look like if you were to live out your heartfelt dreams right now? When a person is willing to entertain the possibilities, to feel into the experience of them and live out the essence of them in the imagination, their dream is already on its way to becoming realized form.

Place your attention on the vision. Be willing to grow into the dream and become the person that lives that. If there is a desired outcome that you truly want to live out, take action and dream! Ask for what you want using the power of your imagination. This is your opportunity to create on purpose, to create with intention. Hold your dream in your heart and live through the eyes of your imagination to come to realize the unlimited power of your creative potential.

©2010 Elizabeth Diamond; All Rights Reserved.

www.creatingintentions.com/scrapbooking

Free the Heart!

2010-03-30T10:07:00.000-07:00

What does it feel like to be completely free? Free from fear, free from worry and stress? Are you in the flow of your life, enjoying the natural unfolding of events or is your time and energy tied up in dealing with challenge? If an opportunity were to present itself right now that would enable you to live your greatest life, would you have the courage to take action upon it? If not, what are the things, the thoughts, the excuses that hold you back from living the life that you were meant to live? Pay attention to the reasons that surface for they are the very things that prevent you from experiencing more expansive states of joy and freedom.

The heart and soul are forever free. The heart always sings a song of freedom. What determines our ability to hear it rests in whether or not we are tuned into the present moment. When the mind is still and self limiting thoughts are quieted, a space opens for the wisdom of the heart to emerge.

The question remains, are you willing to unleash its tune, to let it be free? So often many of us have walls placed around the heart in order to protect it and keep it safe. Unconsciously we enclose the heart in fear. We place it in a cage which prevents us from knowing our deepest truths. Not allowing the emotions of the heart to fly free and not taking inspired action on our heartfelt goals and dreams actually restrict the flow of life force within the body. We end up feeling tired, tied up, weighted down and heavy in the body. Oftentimes it is common for a person to literally feel physically stuck in their life situations. When we feel stuck in a pattern that continues to repeat itself over and over again, our desire to be free of it is so strong.

We have the power to harness our desire for freedom, to use it as a catalyst to return to the remembrance of our true divine nature. Freedom is our natural state of being. Although we forget over time what it feels like to be free of worry and fear, we eternally hold the potential to realize ourselves.

Whether the heart is open or closed, we possess the internal resources to nurture our hearts back into wholeness, to deepen our connection to self love and to awaken greater states of awareness. The very fact that you are alive is a reason to celebrate. Deep inside every person are authentic heartfelt strengths and talents that are waiting to be expressed into the world.

The only way to come to understand just how brilliant and magnificent you already are is to relax the thoughts of the mind and tune into the voice of the heart. This allows one to finally be able to connect with a deeper wisdom, the inner guidance of their true authentic self. The inner wisdom that is discovered at the level of the heart is the same within each and every one of us. When we tune into this presence and follow its lead, miracles begin to unfold in our life.

Summon the courage to uncage your heart, break down the walls and let it be free. Be willing to follow your heart and let its light lead the way. It holds the potential to illumine paths that reveal your destiny, your creative potential and your true inner nature.

When you realize that the universe is here to support your every need, you see inspiration everywhere! Be free to savor every moment for each one is extraordinary, precious, and filled with a rich quality of aliveness. Embrace what life has to offer by giving your emotions the freedom to flow. Call all of your awareness into the center of your heart, right here, right now and live your best life!

© 2010 Elizabeth Diamond; All rights reserved.
www.creatingintentions.com/coachingseries

Move Beyond Fear!

2010-03-01T09:41:00.001-08:00

Are you tired of fear hold you back from doing the things in life that you know would bring greater amounts of joy and freedom? I know I am. Personally, I notice that whenever fear arises within me that it literally stops me in my tracks and prevents me from moving forward. It is as if my entire body shuts down and my mind generously provides 101 reasons why I should not do things that I dream of. Sometimes I feel so overwhelmed and heavy in my body that I literally feel stuck in place.

It is natural to shy back from fear and not want to face them yet if we want to live the life our dreams it really is essential to move beyond fear and into what is possible in your life. Everyone experiences fear to some degree in their life, you are not alone. That is why we are focusing on “Moving Beyond Fear” this March in our Transformational Teleseminar Series.

In order to create and accomplish the things we really want to experience in life, it is essential to infuse our goals and dreams with our powerful focus and energy. Oftentimes the energy we need to do this is tied up in other things such as our deeply seated fears and beliefs. When our energy is tied up in these things, we are not 100% free or available to create what we truly want.

I invite you to join us this month as we pull our attention and energy out of fear to reclaim ALL parts of the self so that we can move forward into what is possible in our life.

If you are ready to take your power back and become inspired, all it takes is a willingness to explore other opportunities that create the space for you to experience more success in your life. This way you become empowered to make more informed decisions.

Just showing up on these calls holds the potential for radical change in your life. I am so excited to share with you the tools and principles that are going to guide you to move beyond fear and more deeply into your truth.

The 3 calls are scheduled to take place every Tuesday for the first 3 weeks of March. So we plan to meet on March 2, 9, 16 at 7pmEST, 4pmPST. The calls last about 90 minutes as we discuss principles, implement tools and techniques and hold interactive Q&A.

This month I am offering you a special introductory price! Attend all 3 calls for just $35.00!!! Normally the cost of this monthly program is $75.00. Sign up this month and receive valuable support and information for over 50% OFF the regular price.

Click HERE: http://creatingintentions.com/March_Preview.mp3 to listen to the preview call for March’s Transformational Teleseminar Series, “Moving Beyond Fear”.

To register for this series, please visit: www.creatingintentions.com/coachingseries
And be sure to place HEALINGFEAR into the coupon box at checkout in order to take advantage of this special introductory price!
I look forward to guiding you to embrace greater possibilities in your life and showing you how to move beyond fear with ease and grace.

"Awakening Self-Love"

2010-02-11T10:05:00.000-08:00

We have 2 NEW KITS!!!!!!
To watch the video that reveals deeper insights as to the nature of these projects, please go here:
www.creatingintentions.com/scrapbooking

Kit #1 "Love is Found Within"
True unconditional love is when we are able to give from a place that is so full there is no expectation for anything in return. The intention of this Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ is to awaken your personal connection to the source of your divine essence. Becoming aware of the pure infinite love already flowing through you is a profound experience. You will literally feel your heart expand with love as you activate this sensation within you. When the heart is filled with the infinite supply of love that flows from a source that is greater than ourselves, we are able to give in ways that are deeply rewarding.
Written instructions included for 2 projects: a layout and altered glass heart jar.

Kit Contents:
1 – Creating Intentions “Rose Quartz Stick Pin”
1 - Webster’s Pages Storytellers Alphabet “Magical”
1 – Making Memories “Artisian Small Floral Rouge Paperie”
1 – Making Memories “Lace Love Notes”
1 – Making Memories “Fabric Brocade Rouge Paperie”
1 – Prima “Forever Flowers”
1 – Colobok “Love Title”
1 yard Prima “Elysee” Ribbon
12 inches Bazzill White Pom-Pom Trim

Only $14.99
To Purchase, Please Visit:
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Kit #2 "Awakening Self-Love"
Loving attention is the fertile soil in which all things bloom. Too often we lead such busy lives that we end up feeling depleted day in and day out. We forget to take the necessary time to nurture and love ourselves. This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ is designed to awaken you to the awareness of the infinite supply of love that is already present within you and available to you in every moment. As you focus on nurturing yourself and filling your heart with love during these projects, you increase your set points surrounding love. This enables you to develop a deeper experience with love and attract more loving experiences.
This kit includes video instructions for 2 art projects. There will be lots of left over supplies to create additional layouts or projects as you feel inspired.

Kit Contents:

Creating Intentions
Handmade Flower with Rose Quartz Chips
Rose Quartz Pebbles
Rose Quartz Stick Pin
Valentine’s Day Heart Box
Swatch of Fancy Fibers Fabric
Swatch of Vintage Heart and Cherub Fabric
Silk Roses and Leaves
Pink Ruffle Trim
Pink Satin Ribbon
Assortment Pearls, Heart Confetti, Acrylic Beads

Making Memories
Artisian Small Floral Rouge Paperie
Love Bird Scallop Love Notes
1 yard Pink Scallop Ribbon
1 yard Gathered Cranberry Ribbon

Prima
Cherub
Angel Kisses
Angel Breathe
Wings

Basic Grey
Delilah White Chocolate Chipboard
Raspberry Cream
Ganache

Bazzill
Pom-Pom Trim

Liquitex
Natural Sand Texture Paste
Foam brush

Ranger
Pink Sherbet Acrylic Paint Dabber

Limited Supply $75.00

To Purchase....Please Visit:
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Let's Share Intentions for 2010!

2010-01-10T08:46:00.000-08:00

A New Year is Like a Blank Canvas

2010-01-05T19:20:00.001-08:00

"A new year is like a blank canvas. It already holds every possible outcome that you can imagine." - Elizabeth Diamond

The beginning of a new year is a time of great hope and possibility. Along with its arrival arises the feeling of rebirth and renewal that inspire a ready eagerness within a person to take action on their heartfelt goals and dreams. It does not matter what challenges one is currently facing, a new year is a time where adversities are overlooked as one refocuses on the things that hold special value in his or her life. The process of becoming aware of the things and activities that fill the self with meaning and purpose create the opportunity to breakthrough past behaviors and ways of being.

As one uses this time to willingly step forward into a more empowered way of living, it is important to set intentions for the year ahead to ensure that one’s commitment to achieving their goals and dreams is sustained. To help keep you focused on your desired goals throughout the year are five simple suggestions:

1. Write a list of all your passions, skills and talents. Notice the ones you currently embrace in your life and then notice which ones you neglect or put off for a later time.

2. Each morning upon waking, set your intentions for the day. Renew personal affirmations and visualize yourself living out what you are affirming. Talk yourself up by using the most positive and uplifting words you can find. Tell yourself how powerful you are and that you can create anything you set your mind to. This self-affirming talk instills a joyful hope of all good things to come throughout the day. It puts you in a positive mindset that attracts experiences that are like in nature.

3. At some point throughout the day, write down three inspired actions that you are willing to commit to in order to bring you closer to achieving a desired goal. The goals that you choose should feel EASY and FUN. We are not looking for quantity here, only quality. Remember, it is all about the joy of creating out of passion and inspiration. Only create goals and steps that FEEL good and bring joy to your day.

4. Anchor your dreams and visions by giving them physical shape and form through a visual platform such a as vision boarding, creating a mind movie or intentional scrapbooking. Intentional scrapbooking is a meditative process that contains all the creative elements that strongly imprint the subconscious of desired direction. Scrapbooking with focused intent allows all four levels of BEING to move into alignment. This sends a crystal clear message to the universe of the desired outcome you intend to achieve.

5. Upon falling asleep at night, ponder your accomplishments of the day. Taking the time to recognize your achievements places you in that enjoyable spot of where you want to be which creates a powerful attractive force. Allow yourself to spend time living out your desired dreams as you drift off to sleep.

Use this time to embrace your magnificence and step into your deepest joys and passions. You already have everything you need to create with an attentive awareness a year filled with any outcome that you can imagine. Set your intentions, enlist your imagination, hold the vision, take inspired action steps and allow the universe to manage the details and you will be living out your desired goals and dreams!

© 2010 Elizabeth Diamond, All Rights Reserved.

A New Year is a wonderful time to Recreate yourself!!!

2010-01-03T14:00:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year Everyone!!!!

2009 was a year full of challenges and opportunities for self growth. I spent the last few months reflecting on aspects of my self that were in need of transformation. In the midst of all my self discovery, I also welcomed my fourth daughter into this world. To say the least I have been busy! In any case I am back and ready to step into my fullest potential. 2010 is going to be a magnificent year and I look forward to inspiring you to live in your greatest potential as well!

With that being said, I invite you to tune into my brand new radio show that I co-host with the lovely Katheryn Bieber called "Awakening the HeART of Your Creative Spirit"! The episode below is our very first and we discuss the energy that a new year brings. If you have the chance to listen, I would love, love, love to hear your feedback and have the opportunity to answer any questions you may have on our next epidsode! Please leave your comments!

Discovering Inner Peace

2009-11-11T10:56:00.000-08:00

Today many people across the globe are holding the vision for world peace at 11:11 PST for one minute. I believe that the fastest way to world peace begins with each individual person's ability feel peace within themself on a daily basis. Out of my inspiration to assist others in feeling a deep sense of inner peace I created a FREE 10 minute MP3 Relaxation called "Discovering Inner Peace".

TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE MP3 , please visit:
http://www.positivethoughtleader.com/DiscoveringInnerPeace.mp3

Also, be sure to stop by my website and check out our latest Intentional Scrapbooking Kit called "World Peace Begins with ME" for only $11.99. It comes complete with everything you need to create the above layout including written instructions and a Grade A Lapis Lazuli crystal. To view this kit, please visit:

http://creatingintentions.com/featuredkit.php

May you be filled with a lasting sense of deep inner peace today and every day!

Become A Beacon for Inner Peace

2009-11-10T17:17:00.000-08:00

Become a Beacon for Inner Peace
Most likely you have come across this famous quote by Gandhi at least once if not many times in your lifetime; “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Printed on posters and everything from t-shirts to coffee mugs, this insightful statement appears in abundance all over the world.
When asked, almost every person desires the world to be a happier, safer and more peaceful place to live. Yet, how much action does one take on a daily basis to turn their vision into a reality? A person can become the change they wish to see in this world in as little as 5 minutes a day by devoting themselves to consciously creating a state of peace that arises from within. Achieving world peace begins on an individual level. When one works on cultivating peaceful states in their own life, they are better able to positively impact and affect others.
How you feel determines what you experience in your physical environment. If you feel peace on the inside then that is what is reflected in the world before you. If you lack a sense of well-being internally than most likely the sensation of what you dominantly feel is reflected in your external surroundings. Your experience of the world can be determined by how you choose to answer the following questions.
Do you experience states of peace and well-being on a daily basis? If so, are you able to maintain these states for an extended amount of time so that they flow into all areas of your life? Are you consciously BEING the change that you seek in every moment? If you do not experience inner peace on a regular basis or even at all, do you know how to deliberately activate a sense of it within you? If not, are you willing to embrace what is so strongly desired into all areas of your life right NOW? Would you like to know how to be the change that you seek NOW?
The fastest way to free the self and experience inner peace is to focus on the things that allow you to feel peaceful in this very moment. Take the time right NOW to place your attention on the things that arouse a sense of peace within you. This can be achieved through contemplating specific thoughts that are calming and relaxing, viewing images that make you feel happy and peaceful inside, or by engaging in certain activities that you enjoy and that make you feel good when you are performing them. When you make the time each day to connect with at least one thing that fills your soul with peace, your subconscious supports you by making you more aware of all the things that reflect that state of being in your environment. Your feelings of inner peace and happiness grow and expand in response to what you choose to focus upon.
If you find yourself focusing on the lack of peace in your daily activities, use your will power to bring your awareness to the areas of your life where it already exists and hold your attention there. You will be amazed at how fast the vibration of inner peace spreads into everything you do. Paying conscious attention to maintaining your levels of peace effortlessly fills the heart, mind and body with an abundant supply that flows straight from the universal source always available to you as long as you are aware of your connection to it. The more you practice feeling peace in your life, the easier it becomes to integrate it into every area.
There is an Ancient Chinese Proverb that perfectly expresses how cultivating inner peace on an individual level is a catalyst for positive change that affects the entire world. It reads:
When there is light in the soul, there is beauty in the person.
When there is beauty in the person, there is harmony in the house.
When there is harmony in the house, there is order in the nation.
When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world.
The fastest way to world peace is to first discover peace within the self. Call forth the light and beauty of your soul. Allow yourself to be filled with a sense of inner peace that is already inherent within you right NOW in this present moment. By nurturing yourself in this manner, you become an authentic expression of peace that is a beacon of light and hope for others. How wonderful it is that you hold the knowledge and the ability as to how to deliberately extend your light into your surrounding environment to uplift, empower and inspire others. Just by taking the time to explore and connect with your personal source of divine peace, you create a ripple effect that serves to raise the entire vibration of the planet. May your soul come to know and sustain a profound sense of inner peace.
©2009 Elizabeth Diamond Pagayonan; All Rights Reserved.
www.creatingintentions.com

Altered Rock Art

2009-08-02T13:16:00.000-07:00

Found these amazing black slate rocks the other day at the beach and wanted to harness their potential to anchor and support some intentions that I hold for my girls.

LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE
I love how being in a natural setting just brings out the best in my children. Maybe it is because we become so grounded and connected to the magnetic pull of the earth. In any case, my girls just seem to really enjoying exploring and just being together when we are outdoors. In this photo my two oldest were shooting the breeze on this log for quite some time. Just laughing away and telling stories. I captured many photos of this moment but found this photo to be the most endearing. As I snapped the picture, I held the intention and vision of them maintaining a very close, loving and joyous friendship. One filled with much laughter and support. Then I took one of the many rocks that I brought home from the beach that day and gave my intention physical shape and form by anchoring it into this rock. The Basic Grey Rub-Ons showed up excellent and I was so excited to learn how nicely each embellishment adhered to it. Not only do I love creating on black backgrounds, the energy of the slated rock itself is grounding the energy of the rose quartz crystal which I infused with the energy of unconditional love.

NATURE LOVE
How overjoyed I am to see how my second oldest daughter is just like me! As a child, I was always collecting rocks and still do!!! She does the same exact thing. She picks up a rock everywhere we go. I let the kids do all kinds of crafts and art with the rocks they collect. She found this amazing rock that I just could not leave behind. It had so much potential to hold an intention! I snapped a photo of her collecting rocks and visualized her deep connection to nature and mother earth. As I created the intention in physical shape and form, I visualized her always maintaining an awareness of her interconnected to all things and returning to nature to uplift and support her back to her natural state of being during times of challenge in her life. This was a very loving piece to create. Again, I love how the black color and enegetic properties of this rock ground my intention for her as well as the heart centered colors of pink and green and the calm, relaxed energy of the purple Amethyst.
To learn how to apply the Intentional Scrapbooking Method click here.
To read more about the energetic and spiritual properties of rose quartz and amythest, be sure to check my older blog posts.

Green Beauty Smoothie

2009-07-27T12:37:00.000-07:00

I have been keeping cool and feeling great with this smoothie all summer long! I was recently given this delicious recipe by Yogic Cleansing Specialist, Surreina of Yoganique
Yes.....it is the color of your lawn but it has amazing rejuvenation benefits and it is delicious! All my kids just love it and shout "yea!!!" whenever they hear the blender running.

Here are the following organic ingredients I use:

1 green apple
1 banana
1 handful parsley
1 handful kale
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 tablespoon bee pollen
4 ounces filtered water or juice such as mango nectar

ENJOY!!!

Warrior-Preneur Radio

2009-07-19T16:53:00.000-07:00

Please join us monday July 20 at 10am EST and 7am PST for an exciting morning as Ann Evanston interviews me on how I apply specific mindsets as well as my love for scrapbooking as a strategy to spead awareness of my business, Creating Intentions. I recently met Ann in person at an empowerment luncheon and all I can say is "wow"! When it comes to strategizing your business, networking and getting your message across she is truly a top warrior. We are going to have lots of fun. Get ready to be inspired! Please visit her website at http://www.warrior-preneur.com/ and to listen to the live show or a the recorded version at your convenience, please tune in at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Warrior-Preneur

Welcome

2009-07-09T15:26:00.000-07:00

As a working mother with three kids, I was surprised to learn of the presence of this little one. As busy as I am, I realized that my pregnancy has just flow by. As soon as I received this sonogram picture, I wanted to create a scrapbooking layout around it. My intention was to use the prolonged outlet to focus on loving thoughts that would help me to bond with the little soul within. It was such a lovely experience. Using scrapbooking in this way helped me to keep focused on developing an emotional, mental, and spiritual connection with baby, something I have little time to think about with three little other ones running around. It is so great to be able to have an outlet to help me anchor my thoughts and feelings and have a physical piece of art as an end result. Something that I can share with and pass onto the baby once she is born.

Check out this fabulous resource for expectant moms!

2009-07-08T19:41:00.000-07:00

I was recently invited to be one of the experts at a new website that is an excellent resource for expectant mothers called SmartBirth. You can view the site or become a member here. Every Thursday night, Lesly Federici hosts a pregnancy support call and invited me to be a guest this Thursday evening, July 9 at 8:00pm EST. We will be discussing ways to scrapbook with intention throughout pregnancy and beyond. I am especially excited for this call as I have worked specifically in the field of labor and delivery using hypnosis for many years. So if you are pregnant or know someone who is pregnant, it would be great to share this wonderful resource with them.

Enter the Stillness.... June Kit Info!

2009-06-05T11:41:00.000-07:00

Shhhhh! Quiet your thoughts and become one with who you really are. With this kit, you will learn how to focus on entering the silent space between your 60,000 daily thoughts to be present with the essence of your soul. Being present in stillness allows one to experience an entire new world of possibility, the most powerful place of creation.

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Maya Road Chipboard “Tree” Book
1 – Creating Intentions Turquoise Pebbles
1 – Making Memories “Chloe’s Closet” Tiny Alphabet
1 – Bazzill Java Canvas Paper
1 – Prima Angelique Collection “Harp”
1 – Basic Grey “Bluebird”
1 – Basic Grey “Bonnet”
1 – Basic Grey “Hayloft”
1 – Basic Grey “Bountiful”
1 – Basic Grey “Hayfield”
1 – Sheet Creating Intentions Affirmations
1 – Basic Grey Urban Prairie Chip Stickers
1 – Prima Essential Bright Paper Flowers
1 – Judikins Diamond Glaze
1- Tiny White Picket Fence
1 – Piece of Wood
3 – Maya Road Acrylic Birds
2 – Prima Wire Stem Paper Flowers
12 inch Pink Tafetta Ribbon
12 inch Making Memories Olive Ribbon with Blue Trim
12 inch Turquoise Dotted Ribbon
12 inch Vanilla Trim
12 inch Hemp Twine
Assortment Vanilla Buttons

www.creatingintentions.com

You are Perfect!

2009-06-04T20:03:00.000-07:00

My dear friend Cindy Ashton always has a beautiful and positive message to share. Watch this video and be reminded that you come from a loving source that you are an extension of! Therefore you are perfect in every way and the world is waiting for what you have to offer!

The Key To Living a Successful Life

2009-06-01T13:32:00.001-07:00

The key to living a fulfilled and successful life is to happily enjoy every moment of its journey. Your life is happening right NOW. How you feel in this moment determines whether or not you are truly living the life you REALLY want. When you feel good it means that you are receiving what you are wanting, if you feel frustrated, sad or unhappy it means that you are blocking the lifestyle that you really desire.

Your current state of being, your consciousness, is represented by an overall feeling being experienced as a result of all thought and action put forth up until this moment. The nature of one’s consciousness is a choice, a way of approaching and viewing life. If you are not satisfied with the life you are living then it is up to you to make the decision to change your lifestyle. It all begins by making the decision to feel good in the present moment. In order to determine what thoughts make you FEEL good can only be realized by tuning in to the truth of your soul. When one finally aligns with who they really are, they allow themselves to seek their bliss and the doors to a deeply fulfilling and rewarding lifestyle are opened.

The path of self-awareness is a journey that is always growing and expanding. Your life can be as wonderful as you allow it to be. As human beings, we are constantly being called to live a rewarding and meaningful life. The secret is to allow happiness to flow into everything you do. Being happy in every moment enables you to profoundly experience the joy and peace of your being. Travel in the direction of deliberately choosing thoughts that feel good and you will be filled with the essence of that which you are seeking.

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7 Steps to Create Your "Happily Ever After"

2009-05-29T07:23:00.000-07:00

Today there is an epidemic of unhappiness. Studies show that at least 1 in 5 women are on anti-depressants. Reflecting back to memories of childhood, almost every little girl held the dream of living “happily ever after”. Usually the “happily ever after” contained visions of marrying a prince and then moving off to a far away land to live in a magical castle filled with lots of children and an ample supply of help from the likes of maids, servants, cooks, etc. A BIG dream often told to us by parents, grandparents, or other close family members and friends. A tale that was entertaining to say the least although many of the loved ones who enjoyed telling this type of story were unaware of its conditioning effects on a young child’s consciousness.

As a child many of us held grand visions of living “happily ever after”. Somewhere along the road as a teenager our joy for dreaming big and thinking happy thoughts was forgotten or lost amidst all the pressures and expectations one felt when conforming to societal structures. Reaching adulthood, personal levels of happiness were greatly diminished in comparison to the natural elation one felt as a child. Why is it that as we move through the journey of life, we develop a tendency to ponder negative aspects more often than the positive aspects of events, circumstances and people in our lives ultimately resulting in feelings of emptiness and unhappiness?

We are born naturally wanting to live a life filled with meaning and value, to live with joy and lasting happiness. Unless one is born into an environment that nurtures a connection to their true divine self, they become conditioned over the course of childhood with thoughts and beliefs surrounding ideas of how others expect them to be. A false sense of self develops that is egocentric in nature. An individual mark of identification begins to evolve that ultimately shapes one’s perception of the world and their role in it. Many of us are conditioned from an early age to believe that who we are, what we have, and what we do define our value and worth in the world. This point of view keeps one focused on remaining separate from others. Therefore, a person feels that they have to continuously strive to prove to themselves and others of their extreme value and self worth.

Searching for happiness or happy endings in the accumulation of material things or circumstances that occur outside of the self may provide a temporary state of joy but it is not lasting. To live a life that is “happily ever after” is to experience a solid foundation of joy in every moment. Fulfillment of this level is only achieved when one turns inward to fully participate in the abundance of good feeling thoughts that align them with the larger source of who they really are. It is the journey of connecting to the true divine self that brings about the essence of pure joy and bliss that one is seeking.

As human beings we create our existence in the world through our perceptions, thoughts and feelings. What we create on the inside is reflected on the outside. Finding happiness through physical action does not work not because joy begins with one’s state of mind. It is up to each one of us as individuals to utilize our profound freedom found in the ability to choose the nature of every thought in all moments.

Feeling happy in the all powerful moment of NOW is the key to success. Choosing positive thoughts that make one feel happy is to open the door to profound levels of joy. When a person is angry, sad, frustrated, or struggling, joy cannot exist. Focusing on problems and unwanted things prevent happiness from flowing into one’s life experience. A person cannot feel joy when negative emotions are present. This is a proven universal law of physics! The life one lives is the exact replication of what they are thinking. To allow joy and to create a sustainable flow of happiness, one must go within and deliberately choose the nature of their thoughts.

It is the natural tendency of the ego to justify what is negative or wrong in a current situation in an attempt to improve an environment. Because the laws of physics are always responding to each and every thought, attention given to undesirable things keeps attracting more of the same. When experiencing unwanted events and situations in life, it is crucial for one to shift their thoughts to the things that arouse joy and happiness if they want to observe improved results.

Each and every person is in complete control of their thoughts. When you become aware of this fact, you take control of your life. Remaining disciplined and persistent in what you give your focused attention to will manifest the results that you are seeking. Achieving sustainable levels of joy and happiness is completely possible! To allow more joy to flow into your life experience and live a life that is “happily ever after”, follow these seven proven steps:

• Make the decision to allow joy to flow into your life. Choose it NOW!
• Make it your dominant intent each and every day to feel joy in whatever you are doing. Joy is your quest. By focusing on the things in your life that make you feel good, you literally train your thoughts at a physical level. As one persistently inclines the mind to joy, happiness becomes a chronic habit in your life. This means that as good feeling thoughts dominate your consciousness, happiness effortlessly flows into all areas of your life.
• Write down all the things that make you feel good and produce happiness in your life. Make room each day to remind yourself of those things and create the time to do them. Writing down what you desire strongly emphasizes your belief that what you are seeking is achievable.
• To further emphasize what you REALLY want, think and speak only of those things. Place all your attention and focus on your desires. If you find yourself thinking and speaking about unwanted things, stop and refocus on the things that you really want.
• Find the positive aspects in every situation and persons around you. Even if you do not feel good in or around them, when you look for something to appreciate, such as lessons learned, experience gained, one discovers relief from the negative feeling thoughts. This allows the energy to shift into a more positive experience which consequently improves the situation.
• Keep a positive expectation on all the wonderful changes that are going to occur in your life as a result of feeling good. When you nurture a desire by strongly believing that what you are seeking is going to show up, your mind becomes a powerful magnet that attracts the things you are thinking about. Observe the positive changes as they take place in your environment.
• Celebrate ALL successes no matter how large or small.

When you make it your life long quest to experience joy, you open the door to a sustainable happiness. Everything that you have ever desired or imagined for yourself will easily and effortlessly flow into your life. This is the ultimate experience of living “happily ever after”. Keep yourself happy by doing what you love and enjoying everything you do. Be happy NOW!

www.createthelifeyoudesirenow.com

©2009 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions
All Rights Reserved.

Wealth Consciousness Bootcamp is HERE!

2009-05-27T12:38:00.000-07:00

My friends Cindy Ashton and Elizabeth Grant
have made it their mission to help as many people
as possible create a healthy, generous, abundant
relationship with money in the next four weeks.

I just learned about an incredible opportunity
and wanted to share it with you right away. Here's
a letter from Cindy and Elizabeth:

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Develop a new relationship with money … for good!

Are you sick and tired of always trying new ways
to generate more income, but you never seem to
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Do you seem to attract circumstances that always
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for you to create a positive relationship with money … for good!

“Here’s how you can shift your wealth consciousness in
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Cindy was recently featured next to Donald Trump
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Elizabeth has risen up triumphantly after near bankruptcy
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to change your wealth consciousness.

If you’re sick and tired of always struggling with
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Even if you’re debt-free and
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Why?

We’re going to show you why looking for a “quick fix”
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financial situation and overall happiness. The trap that
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situation and then seek out ways of making fast money.

What ends up happening instead is that because we feel
backed into a corner, we end up making rash decisions
we regret later. Some of us get roped into ‘get rich quick’
schemes; others just jump into new ventures without thinking,
and so on.

For money to flow freely in your life, your mind, body,
and spirit must all be in alignment about money.
This means your thoughts, actions and your “being” –
including your beliefs about money.

Your outer life is simply a reflection of the inner you.

Some people can’t attract money. Some attract it
but can’t keep it. And many people stay in a perpetual
state of debt. It doesn’t have to be this way.

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We are not going to promise you a quick fix.
If you’ve been brainwashed for the majority of your life,
you need to re-brainwash yourself. To make a long-lasting
shift, you need to be consistent. Study with it every
day and have a support team.

Now, what would happen if you could conquer your
negative money patterns, shifting your consciousness
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energizing you into action to create financial wealth in
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We don’t want you to spend 10 years figuring all this out like
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That’s why we created this program … to give you the
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We will guarantee you that by the end of the program,
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A Beautiful Weekend!

2009-05-26T07:08:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to share these beautiful photos that I took of Niagara Falls this past Memorial Day weekend. One of the Seven Wonders of the World and referred to as one of the most "spiritual places on this earth" by Paramahansa Yogananda, this vortex truly replenishes the soul! It is amazing how refreshed and rejuevenated you feel after visiting this spot. I took many more photos especially of my daughters. Now I am looking forward to scrapbooking them!

Also had the opportunity to be a guest on the Good Vibrations Radio: Tools for Transformation with Solarzar and Kyralani on Saturday, May 23, on AM 540 KRXA broadcast from Monterey, California. You can listen to the podcast at the Guest Page of www.GoodVibrationsRadio.com or download a copy at http://solarzar.podbean.com

"Giggle with Joy"

2009-05-17T19:21:00.000-07:00

This is an intentional scrapbooking LO that I created for my youngest daughter. For those of you who subscribe to my newsletter know that our family recently moved across the country three months ago. The transition created a lot of change and really placed us out of our comfort zone. Knowing what I know, I understand the huge amount of potential that can amass from such change. The baby, however happy to be with her momma, has had a complete change in routine and environment. Not understanding why her entire world has completely changed, I find that she is still searching to define new boundaries for herself.

So I created this LO with the intention that joy and laughter find her once again, to be happy in our new environment. While I envisioned her realignment with the abundance of joy that is her true nature, I received an intuitive hit that she had been reacting to my response in the change of environment. This LO was very healing for me in that it allowed me to discover new thoughts and ideas of how to allow more joy into both of our lives as a whole.

The result had been amazing! Created only one week ago, I found that she would courageously and confidently leave my side to discover activities that made her happy. Not only would these activities keep her entertained for a prolonged period of time, she now keeps herself entertained through song. This is the first time I have ever heard her sing like this. Too precious for words! That I have to capture on video. I am so happy to physically recognize the shift in her persona. This is a wonderful example of the power of intention and how a person can use it to uplift others. Just by changing the way we think and finding new thoughts and feeling centered around specific experience, a person can impact the world and the lives of others in such positive ways.

"Wish" Altered Wood Block

2009-05-12T08:09:00.000-07:00

The other day I was wishing for something specific and I decided to focus on what I was wishing for into a piece of art. So I grabbed this wood block that I had for some time, painted it with acrylic paint, added some remaining supplies that I had left over from this month's Creating Intentions Kit "Happily Ever After" and set the intention to attract the fulfilled outcome of my wish.

The process of conceptualizing an inspired idea or wish and focusing it into a created piece of art is so powerful on so many levels. The entire process is spent thinking about, feeling about and visualizing about the intended desired outcome. The focus outlet of creating at a physical level allows for new neural connections to be made in the brain and deeply reinforced and strengthened depending on the prolonged amount of time and energy placed into the project.

Now I have this fantastic piece of art to remind me to hold the vision of my wish. To keep my eye on the prize so to speak. It is more than a piece of art, it is a symbol of a desired outcome that I deliberately intend to create in my life. This anchor helps me to hold the focus. It gently reminds me of what I know on a deep inner level....that whatever I place my consistent focus and attention on is what I attract as my life experience. Life is all about creating yourself. It truly is a magical life. Have a wonderful day!

A Wonderful Weekend!

2009-05-11T09:02:00.000-07:00

This past weekend I had a wonderful time teaching at www.lifesgiftunfolded.com

As we scrapbooked to create and attract specific future outcomes through intention setting,I demonstrated how to apply the Intentional Scrapbooking Method. This unique process can be found in our DVD "Fulfill Your Desires NOW!"
http://www.creatingintentions.com/dvd.html
Here are some of the wonderful intentions that were created!

Create the Life You Desire NOW!

2009-05-08T14:31:00.000-07:00

www.createthelifeyoudesirenow.com

New Connexion Magazine

2009-05-07T06:58:00.000-07:00

I am so happy to announce that I am published in the May issue of New Connexion Magazine! I feel so grateful to be able to share my message on such a grand level. I love what I do and love sharing my passion with others! Be sure to stop by the website to read more about the transformational power of intentional scrapbooking!

http://www.newconnexion.net/

Have a wonderful and blessed day!

We are the Featured Kit of the Month on Webster's Pages!

2009-05-06T13:53:00.000-07:00

Our Intention Kit "Happily ever After" is loaded with the brilliant and beautifully papers designed by the ever so nice Brandin O'Neill. I know because I met her at CHA in Anaheim this past winter! This kit also includes a sheet filled with a plethora of different colored alphabet stickers as well as ribbons and trims all from Webster's Pages as well. Also, be sure to check out their social network that is always filled with inspiration and new ideas at:
http://websterspages.ning.com/

You can also view and purchase this kit at:
http://www.creatingintentions.com/featuredkit.php

Here are a few more photos of the project and kit contents:

Happily Ever After!

2009-05-05T18:08:00.001-07:00

May's kit is here and YES IT IS AVAILABLE!!!
I have a new web designer and she is awesome! For now you can purchase this kit under the Kit of the Month Link until she actually switches out the actual pictures!

http://www.creatingintentions.com/featuredkit.php

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Maya Road Acrylic Album
1 – Creating Intentions Malachite Buttons
1 – Webster’s Pages “little storytellers” Alphabet
1 – Webster’s Pages “Magical Life”
1 – Webster’s Pages “Prince Frog”
1 – Webster’s Pages “Ever After”
1 – Webster’s Pages “Make a Wish”
1 – Webster’s Pages “I Believe”
1 – Webster’s Pages “Beauty”
1 – Prima Fancy Felt Matties “Pink”
1 – strip Vanilla Affirmations
1 – Box Prima Silk Flowers
1 – set Prima Angel Wings
1 – Prima “Say it in Crystals” Key Words
3 – Prima Heart Acrylic Gems
1 – Antique Angel
12 inch Webster’s Soft Ivory Lace
12 inch Webster’s Turquoise Trim
12 inch Webster’s Rose Ball Fringe
12 inch Webster’s Brown Satin Trim
12 inch Olive Pom-Pom Trim

NOTE: This kit is designed to be put together using the Intentional Scrapbooking Method™
For more information, please visit www.creatingintentions.com

Shift Your Awareness with Amethyst

2009-04-22T13:41:00.000-07:00

A stone traditionally associated with royalty and spiritual leaders of antiquity, Amethyst continues to be a popular stone among spiritual seekers. A purple variety of quartz, its regal color makes it a stone of high demand. Worn as a mark of rank for hundreds of years, it is an abundant mineral found in many locations across the globe. Amethyst manifests itself in a variety of unique structures that are particular to certain regions or mines. Available in a wide range of shades, the rule of thumb is that the deeper the purple color, the higher the grade, the more valuable the stone. The most notable quality of amethyst is found in the mines of Brazil, Uruguay, Russia, Africa, and Ontario.
Its name comes from the Greek word “amethystos” which literally means not drunken. Amethyst’s name originated from the lore of Greek Mythology. There are different variations of the tale from which it deemed its name although the basic premise consists of a story between the god, Dionysus, and a beautiful woman, Amethytos, who was trying to escape him. In an attempt to save her, the goddess, Artemis, turned her into a white stone. In Dionysus’s remorse, he poured wine over the top of the stone staining the crystals purple. Since then, the Greeks believed Amethyst to be an antidote for intoxication. In order to prevent it, they would drink wine from challises carved out of the stone.
Besides roots in Greek lore, Amethyst has been a favorite stone among rulers over the centuries. Found scattered among the many tombs of Egyptian royalty and the Anglo-Saxon graves of England, Amethyst was believed to contain mystical and superstitious powers. It was largely employed in antiquity for use as intaglios and worn as amulets. The Russian Empress, Catherine the Great, loved Amethyst so much that she sent thousands of miners into the Urals to bring back as much as they could carry. Leonardo da Vinci once wrote that the gem dissipates evil thoughts and quickens the intelligence, an insight that must have surfaced from working directly with the stone.
On an energetic level, Amethyst is a stone that assists one to successfully experience states of inner awareness. It gently instills a profound tranquility to the mind that quiets everyday habitual thought processes. For people who desire to achieve a state of serenity through meditation, but find it challenging to enter the stillness, can easily transform from one reality to another with the aid of Amethyst.
Working with Amethyst is like being handed a golden key that opens a gate to higher consciousness. Its peaceful vibration has such an immediate calming effect on the emotions and physical body, that one is able to effortlessly experience a deep state of physical relaxation. Achieving peace of this magnitude, a person is able to easily let go of past thoughts, beliefs, and self-centered notions. In the letting go of illusions of what one believes to be real, transformation occurs. Amethyst opens the mind to usher in a wisdom that flows directly from the infinite divine source. As it floods into ones consciousness, a deeper understanding of one’s purpose for living brings clarity to the divine universal forces at work. Once the mind is able to grasp the knowledge of an intelligence that is greater than itself is it able to embrace the concept of a higher self. This alignment initiates one’s ability to trust in the guidance that comes from within. Knowing that one is equipped with an inner guidance system, they are able to intuitively grasp the essence of true peace and well-being, a harmonic state that was present before birth.
Receiving wisdom of this nature profoundly inspires one to redefine their belief in what is possible. Once a person aligns with the truth of their BEING, they discover a renewed zest to transform areas of their life that are not in alignment with the new knowledge that they have acquired. As new ideas surface as to how one can begin shaping a life that is according to what they really desire, Amethyst assists in the process of transforming self-limiting or self-defeating thoughts to more productive ways of thinking. Amethyst then carries the direction of the newly formed thoughts and ideas created during the imaginative process of dreaming to the depths of the soul where it is implemented.
With Amethyst, the opportunity to shift into expanded states of awareness is within your reach. Allow the calming effects of the purple ray to calm your mind and bestow peace upon your soul. You will achieve an awareness of self that you never knew was possible. Let the universe fill you with its wisdom and guide your course. It is time to feel the flow of eternal freedom.
© 2009 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions
All Rights Reserved.

See You at the New Living EXPO!

2009-04-20T08:03:00.000-07:00

I am so excited for this weekend! I will be hosting a booth at the New Living Expo in San Franciso. I would love for you to stop by and introduce yourself if you have plans to attend the show. I will be holding a couple of prize drawings, so you can enter to win one of three fabulous prizes. My booth number is #224.

I will also be speaking Friday evening, April 24 at 8pm on "Creating the Life You Desire". This workshop will focus on the creative nature of thought and how you already have everything it takes to successfully create the life you truly want to live. I will show you how scrapbooking is an effective tool for repatterning thought and implementing new thought pattens at a subconscious level. This is a process that ANYONE can learn and benefit from. Even if you are not drawn to scrapbooking, the process can be adapted to whatever you are passionate about in your life. Please stop by and learn how you can acheive accelerated and sustainable results in your life NOW!

I look forward to seeing you there!

New Living Expo
April 24-26, 2009

Friday 3-10pm – Saturday 10am-7pm - Sunday 10am – 9pm
Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th St (at Brannan) San Francisco
General Admission: $10 Friday, $15 Saturday or Sunday
Special Offer: $25 for a 3-day pass includes subscription to Body&Soul Magazine
www.newlivingexpo.com
The New Living Expo formerly known as The Whole Life Expo has become a signature event in the Bay Area. This year’s Expo, our 8th Annual remains a must-attend, integrative event for exploring possibilities and learning the latest breakthroughs in science and alternative medicine. Join us for this special weekend that promises to inspire you through our conscious environment of exciting motivational speakers and panels, including some of today’s bestselling authors and innovative thinkers.
THE NEW LIVING EXPO is proud to be sponsoring The Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream Symposium brought to you by the Pachamama Alliance, www.pachamama.org. We will DEEPEN our understanding and sharpen our commitment to bring balance back to our planet by attending this important Special Event that will kick off the 8th ANNUAL NEW LIVING EXPO. Let’s make environmental sustainability, social justice and spiritual fulfillment our heartfelt priority!

We believe knowledge is power and not only will our attendees be able to mingle with like-minded people, there will be vast opportunities to enhance your own self-growth by being with the experts that are connected with evolving human empowerment and global community.
Through panels, keynote addresses, free lectures and special events, The New Living Expo will be addressing significant and timely topics such as; How to attain a better quality of life in this economy, How to create meaningful relationships during challenging times, How to apply transformative wisdom to deepen your connection within, create a better world, personal life, job and community. In addition the event will showcase how science has proved that there is a mind/body connection to healing and/or arresting many diseases.

The New Living Expo will have 300 booths vendors selling mind, body and spirit enhancing gifts, books, products and services that celebrate and improve your health and contribute to a friendly environment.
General admission includes all Workshops, Lectures, Panels, and Exhibits
Our Green food court offers a variety of delicious choices of Cuisine to choose from.
Keynote speakers at the New Living Expo 2009 include:
• Ed Begley, Jr., Actor and Green Living advocate.
• Neale Donald Walsch, Author "Conversations With God".
• Gabriel Cousens, M.D., M.D.(H), Leading worldwide authority on “live food” nutrition”, NY Times Best selling author.
• Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., Harvard trained biologist, psychologist and pioneer in mind/body medicine.
• Jean Houston, Ph.D., Scholar, philosopher and researcher in human capacities, is one of the foremost visionary thinkers and doers of our time.
• Terry Cole-Whittaker, Globally acclaimed inspirational & motivational teacher and counselor to the “Stars”.
• Sean David Morton, Accomplished author, journalist and award winning TV and film writer/producer and director.
• Daniel Pinchbeck, Author of Breaking Open the Head and 2012: The Return of Quetzalco co-editor of Toward 2012 and Perspectives on the Next Age.
• Master Zhi Gang Sha, Inspired teacher and spiritual leader and a bestselling author of several books on matters of the soul.
• Dick Sutphen, Author of 21 New Age books, seven for Simon & Schuster who calls him “America’s Foremost Psychic Researcher”.

Expert Panels and Selected Workshop Topics Include:
2012: The Shift of the Ages
Saying Yes to Change: Thriving in a New World
The Power of Creating our Future Together
Using Intuition to Thrive in our Changing Times
Sacred Tools to Manifest Abundance & Increase Intuition
Living Safely & Spiritually in a High-Tech World
Release Your Fears and Fly!
Create the Life You Desire!
Chakra Energy Work With Ancient Healing Stones
Feng Shui, How Can You Use It?
Tantra and Compassionate Communication
Birthing a New World
Anti-aging: Secrets of Youth & Longevity: Part 1 & Part 2
Climate Code Red: A Call to Action

Special New Living Expo Offer:
Receive a 1-year (10-issue) subscription to Body+Soul Magazine included in your purchase of a $25 3-day ticket to the New Living Expo (Valued at $9.95). If you have an existing Body+Soul subscription, your subscription will be extended for 1-year (10 issues.) See www.newlivingexpo.com/bodyandsoul.php for offer and refund details.
BROWSE this year’s bustling marketplace with 300 exhibits and TAKE YOUR PICK from dozens of free workshops, special events, 7 free panel discussions (Anti-Aging, UFOs and 2012 and more), 100 plus free lectures throughout the weekend, all connecting body, mind and spirit. Exhibitors ~ Panel Discussions ~ Workshops ~ Lectures ~ Special Events ~ Expo Bookstore ~ Business Opportunities ~ Green Food Court ~ Anti-Aging ~ Bodyworkers ~ Green Business.
CELEBRATE the earth and discover the latest technologies, products, therapies and insights in the fields of personal growth, health and healing, finance and abundance, relationship, sexuality, politics, ecology, spirituality, consciousness, creation, angels, yoga, channeling, alternative energy, sustainability and more.
For more information visit www.newlivingexpo.com or call 415.382.8300 ( Tickets on sale now )
To volunteer send an e-mail to: volunteer@newlivingexpo.com or call 707.263.1510

Remember to Dream

2009-04-09T08:26:00.001-07:00

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – 7Gypsies 4x4 Chipboard Album
1 – Creating Intentions Amethyst Buttons
1 – Pink Paislee “Fashion Script” Alphabet
1 – 0.5 ounce Deep Purple Acrylic Paint
1 – Jar Gold Pearl Ex
1 – 8x10 piece of purple felt
1 – Cloud 9 Design “Enchanted Forest Blue”
1 – DCWV “Fairy Dust”
1- Doodlebug “Lilac Crushed Velvet”
1 – Paper Company “India Gold”
1 – Prima “Starlet”
1- Little Yellow Bicycle “Purple Fog”
1 – Sheet Kraft Affirmations
1 - Prima Purple Lace Flowers
1 – Maya Road Chipboard Butterflies
1 – Tim Holtz Metal Key “Secret”
Assortment Purple Buttons
12 inch Gold Paper Lace
12 inch Prima Purple Crocheted Lace
12 inch Making Memories Lavender Lace
12 inch Purple Grosgain
12 inch Purple Velvet Ribbon
BONUS: Extra Amethyst Buttons!

Kiss Your Monsters Good-bye!

2009-04-07T09:04:00.001-07:00

Check out my friend, Cindy Ashton's new book and read her heartfelt message!

Below is a special, personal message from my friend and colleague Cindy Ashton. Her story, her new book and the gifts offered by her partners are astonishing. Check it out:

Thank you for taking the time to let me share my story with you…

I was born with a 20% chance of living. By the age of 14, I had undergone three life threatening heart surgeries, was left in chronic pain and with a permanently damaged lung. Since early childhood, it was my dream to sing, dance and act around the world, but my body stopped me from living my dreams… until recently. I have recovered far beyond what any doctor believed was possible, going on to train in a professional dance company six hours a day and sing opera, even with my damaged lung.

I share this story with you because I want you to know that you too can overcome your obstacles, which I like to call “monsters.” Even though my circumstances may seem unique, this story is also your story. We all have dreams and desires, things we want to conquer and accomplish. Through the valleys and the mountains on this journey of life, we must face our monsters. These monsters are our fears, our negative beliefs and the obstacles that stand in our way. And their incessant voices create doubt within ourselves, cause us to question our dreams and leave us to wonder if we truly can be everything we once believed we could be.

My own life experience has taught me that you can kiss any monster and achieve the success you deserve! I am humbled by my own recovery and now I am determined to empower you to feel so safe and validated in yourself that you also have the power to overcome any obstacle.

So my dear Courageous Monster-Kissing Warriors, today is the magnificent day that you can take a giant leap towards breaking through any barrier. I know you don’t want to miss out.

If you do one simple thing today, you will have instant access to an abundance of wisdom from over 100 of the world’s greatest entrepreneurs, teachers and experts, such as Dr. Wayne Dyer, John Assaraf, Janet Attwood, Marci Shimoff and many others.

These inspiring mentors want you to have this book so badly in fact that they are willing to GIVE you their very valuable programs just so you can get Kiss Your Monsters Goodbye into your hot little hands and hungry heart. You will enjoy over 100 life transforming gifts worth $10 000 absolutely free, to help me celebrate the launch of my new book:

Kiss Your Monsters Goodbye: Overcome Your Obstacles & Achieve the Success You Deserve!

Take a quick peek at all the free bonus gifts here:

www.kissyourmonstersgoodbye.com

“Kiss Your Monsters Goodbye” combines my real life stories and insights of overcoming obstacles with simple and practical tools that you can apply to your life instantly!

Imagine what your life would be like if you could quickly and easily…
• Get the inside track on how to take charge of those monsters in any situation.
• Discover the difference between real and false fears, beliefs and obstacles.
• Unleash the hidden monsters blocking your success.
• Transform obstacles into reigning triumphs.

I invite you to visit this link now and step into the success you deserve:
www.kissyourmonstersgoodbye.com

Are you ready to kiss your monsters goodbye?

All my love and abundant blessings,
Cindy

P.S. - I’m sure that you have many friends, family and colleagues who will just love “Kiss Your Monsters Goodbye” and won’t want to miss out on this incredible giveaway. Please forward this message to them so they too can kiss their monsters goodbye to achieve the success they deserve!
www.kissyourmonstersgoodbye.com

Express Your Truth

2009-04-01T17:28:00.000-07:00

A gemstone that instantly reminds one of beautiful mother earth, Chrysocolla is the ultimate symbol of balance and well-being. It looks like the earth as viewed from space with its sky blues and greenish blue to green colors. Often confused with popular Turquoise, Chrysocolla is a mineral of secondary origin, a by-product of copper ore. Mainly located in arid climates such as Armenia, Macedonia, Spain, Arizona, New Mexico and Mexico, it occurs in the oxidized zones of copper mines. Chrysocolla manifests itself in solid veins, rounded masses, or globular, bubbly crusts that can range from dull to waxy and glassy to opal like in appearance.
True Chrysocolla is extremely soft and fragile and cannot be used in jewelry. However, when it agatizes with quartz to form a chalcedony, Chrysocolla increases in hardness to match the durability of pure quartz. Often times as it merges with quartz, its chalcedony version takes on a beautiful and unique translucent gem quality which is commonly referred to as Gem Silica. Chrysocolla can also be found covered with a crust of miniature sparkling quartz crystals that is referred to as druzy.
Chrysocolla has an interesting history of use. It was discovered that Chrysocolla could be formed artificially by steeping ore during winter and then evaporating the liquid with the heat of summer. Countries such as Spain would use the material formed from these batches to create the most vivid colored paints for artists. It was also entered into an index of recommended medicines to be used as caustic applications for sores, wounds, ulcers, and even as an emetic.
The principle use of Chrysocolla and the origin of its name was discovered by Theophrastus in 315 B.C. It was given the name from the Greek words chrysos, meaning “gold” and kola, meaning “glue”, because it first use was to solder gold. Chrysocolla was the most popular material to use in the soldering of gold because it produced the brightest and highest quality alloy.
Asides from its stunning physical characteristics, Chrysocolla has a direct energetic effect on the heart and throat centers. As soon as one comes into contact with this beautiful stone, a sense of peace and calm penetrate the body to the depths of the soul. It is as if the endless possibilities of the sky combine with the strength of the earth and the depths of the oceans to harness the unlimited potential within this stone. Because this crystal represents a harmonic balance of earthly and etheric energies merging as one, a message that “all is well” is implemented on a subtle level. The soothing energies of Chrysocolla enable one to clearly recognize and feel their alignment to the overflowing well-being of source energy.
Attuning to the divine harmonic frequencies of the universe allows ones inner truth to surface and one is able to clearly uncover the perfect words to express it. This alignment allows for the dissolving of lower frequencies and negative vibrations. As anger, sadness, grief, resentment and other negative thoughts are released the physical body’s relief is evident. As one relishes in their new found lightness, the glorious sensation of feeling free and uplifted produces an inner resolve and strength to communicate positive truths. At last one is able to allow the truth of their BEING to be clearly expressed through joy and laughter.

With Chrysocolla, you can experience the expressive and expansive freedom of your spirit in every moment. This stone opens the heart and summons the truth of your character. Consciously connect with who you really are and utilize your inherent freedom to express yourself. You are free to choose joy and happiness in every moment and live accordingly. Harmonizing your energies with the balanced energies of Chrysocolla will place your in the flow of the universe. You will be amazed at how much positive change you can create on this planet through powerful self-expression.

© 2009 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions
All Rights Reserved.

Laughter is the Sunshine of the Soul

2009-03-27T06:16:00.000-07:00

Let’s face it, everyone benefits from a daily dose of laughter. It is no joke that laughter is good for a person’s overall health and well-being. Laughter is a physiological reaction to an inward state of joy. The emotional release that it provides signals acceptance and connects people to one another. Laughter is a social activity that is instantly contagious. It only takes one person to initiate a wave of laughter that lightens the overall mood of a group. So what is it that makes laughter a natural pathway to enhance physical vitality and happiness?

Laughter is instant transformation. Negative thoughts and emotions cease to exist when laughter is present. In fact the brain stops thinking entirely! During times of challenge, studies have proven that if a person finds it within them to laugh at the matter at hand, it dramatically shifts ones perspective from negative to positive. Not taking life too seriously allows one to be more at ease with their current environment. Approaching challenging situations in a playful manner is more conducive to creative problem solving. Not only is laughing productive in assisting one to shift their focus, but it gives the diaphragm and the upper body a great work out. Exercising in this manner relaxes the muscles, increases endorphin levels, and boosts the immune system.

Studies also show that people who laugh often are able to sustain lasting states of happiness. In turn, they are rewarded with longer life spans, better health and subsequently attract larger amounts of money than those who move through life unhappy. Feeling happy is a natural state of BEING and laughter is the key that opens the gates for joy to flood into our life experiences. Laughing truly allows one to feel the inherent joy and freedom that is our divine birthright. This is naturally expressed in babies who learn to laugh before they speak. Children that are born deaf and blind possess the same natural ability to laugh. In truth, everyone is capable of laughter and we all laugh in the same way. We are all connected by our ability to laugh. Laughing is the sunshine of the soul and when expressed, it creates an increase of joy on the planet that everyone can benefit from.

Obtaining an increased level of happiness is achievable right NOW. Laughter is one of nature’s best medicines and it is free! You can achieve a greater amount of happiness and laughter in your life with these following suggestions:
• Set the intention in the beginning of the day to actively seek out reasons to laugh. Starting the day in this manner suggests the anticipation of good things to come. The expectation of a positive mental state activates immediate physiological and emotional responses. This leads to the release of endorphins that flood the emotions with joy and well-being. When you fill your mind with happy thoughts and feelings at the start of the day, you will be sure to attract many experiences that that are equivalent to the nature of your dominant intent. This is deliberately putting the Law of Attraction to positive use.
• Make a point to get together with a group of friends on a daily basis. Instead of focusing on problems, make it a point to act silly and giggle. Play games, dance or share funny stories. We have a natural tendency to enjoy sustained periods of laughter when we are in comfortable environments amongst friends. Studies show that we laugh harder and longer when we interact in groups than if we were to watch something funny in a movie or on TV.
• There are institutions and instructors that specifically focus on teaching the art of laughing. Laugh clubs and laugh yoga groups are becoming more and more popular. Seek them out and find out what they have to offer.
• Spend time with children. They overflow with laughter. It is said that children laugh up to 400 times a day. Children are a natural testament to the truth of source. They intuitively know that play and laughter are vital to feeling good. Since it is our birthright to freely experience the joy of our BEING, children are the purest expression. Have you ever noticed that witnessing a child belly laugh brings a smile an instant smile to your face? Join the fun by playing with kids and be sure to initiate a good tickle fest so you can laugh too.
• Remember a time that you could not stop laughing. Focus on it until you get the giggles. Notice how easy it is to arouse joy by remembering a hilarious moment in your life.

Allowing more laughter into your life is a decision and like optimism it can be learned. When a person chooses to experience more laughter and actively seeks it out, they begin to appreciate the profound positive effect that it has on the emotions and physical body. Aligning with the joy and freedom that is ones natural birthright through laughing will uplift others in the process. It is amazing how the joy of laughter provides more meaning and purpose in one’s life on many different levels. Open the door to the abundance of life by laughing often. Laughter is a short cut to easily achieve all your desired dreams. Imagine what you can create by choosing more joy and laughter to flow into your life experience in this very moment. Laughter opens the heart and sets the spirit free. NOW is the time to live life laughing.

© 2009 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions
All Rights Reserved.

Laugh Often!

2009-03-05T13:34:00.000-08:00

March's Kit Project is finally here!!! After patiently waiting for the UPS man to arrive with some product for this month's kit, I realized that perhaps there had been some challenges with the shipping reaching my new address. It seems that some of the product that I was intending to make an appearance in this kit will show up in a future kit! In any case, it was a rather fun opportunity to hunt down some alternative goodies to match the theme this month which is to "Laugh Often!"
I must say that I am rather pleased with the results and am laughing at myself for doubting that it would ever come together....as it ALWAYS does!

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Maya Road Scroll Chipboard Album
1 – Creating Intentions Chrysocolla Disks
1 – Maya Road Chipboard Alphabet
1 – Ranger Denim Dimensional Pearls
1 – Ranger Stickles Broken China
1 – 12x12 Swatch Floral Fabric
6 – Sheets Assorted KI Memories “Addison” Papers
1 – Sheet Vanilla Affirmations
1 - Prima Floral Embellishments
1 – Prima “Say it in Crystals”
2 – Maya Road Velvet Floweres
1 – KI Memories Fabric Brad
5 – 7Gypsies Velvet Flowers
1 – Metal Accent “Laugh”
1 – Vanilla Tag
Assortment Prima Blue Rhinestones
12 inch Blue Trim
12 inch Prima Sparkle Ribbon
12 inch Prima Crocheted Ribbon
12 inch Turquoise Embroidery Floss

NOTE: This kit is designed to be put together using the Intentional Scrapbooking Method™
For more information, please visit www.creatingintentions.com

Altered Heart Box

2009-03-04T14:33:00.000-08:00

Create this lovely wall hanging as a reminder to tap into the unlimited supply of self-love every day!

Watch this pre-recorded video...
http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/1212528

The Divine Loving Essence of Rose Quartz

2009-02-27T06:19:00.000-08:00

A long standing symbol of love and beauty, Rose Quartz is the most desirable variety of quartz crystal. A gemstone used over the ages mainly for ornamental purposes, its color has remained somewhat of a mystery to scientists even to this day. Rose Quartz’s color is completely unique. Unlike any other pink mineral specimen, it’s color ranges from light pink to a deep rose red and has recently appeared on the earth sporting a slight lavender hue. Mostly opaque in form, Rose Quartz can also manifest itself as transparent. The transparent gemstones are frequently fashioned into jewelry.

Scientists believe that the color of Rose Quartz is a result of a combination of iron, titanium, manganese and even colloidal gold impurities. Recent studies performed under micro analytical methods have discovered the color to be a reflection of unknown microscopic mineral fibers. These tests suggest the possibility of a totally new and yet unknown fibrous mineral. The color of Rose Quartz is photosensitive and can fade if placed in direct sunlight.

Found mainly in the cores of large pegmatites as solid masses of rose colored quartz, its individual crystals have poorly formed boundaries. This adds to the mystery of Rose Quartz as quartz crystallizes into well-formed crystals in all its other macroscopic varieties. Because Rose Quartz was once believed to be only massive, when discovered in a crystal structure, the first ones were dismissed as fake by mineralogists from around the world. Currently, Brazil is the only true source of Rose Quartz found in well formed crystals. The beauty and the rarity of Rose Quartz specimens found in crystallized form are extremely valuable. Rose Quartz in its massive form is mined mainly in Madagascar, India, Germany and the United States.

There is little known historically about the uses of rose quartz. Pieces of the gemstone have been discovered in jewelry of the Mesopotamian, Assyrian and Roman cultures that date as far back as 2000BC.

Although Rose Quartz has been valued over the years for its ornamental beauty, it has a deeper meaning and purpose for manifesting itself on our planet. At first one is attracted to the beauty of its sweet pink ray. As one moves into direct contact with its energetic field, its calming vibration and intent is immediately felt. Whether or not one is aware of its powerful healing abilities, Rose Quartz immediately begins to emit its gentle loving ray into the chambers of one’s heart.
Its penetrating energy begins to circulate within the heart center, releasing suppressed feelings and emotional traumas while reinstating the gentle loving forces of self love. As it begins to release unbalanced energy, negative emotions are replaced with the soothing essence of divine love. One will experience the sensation of relief as Rose Quartz allows the flow of love to comfort and soothe past experiences that were previously filled with sorrow, fear and resentment.

The intense vibration of Rose Quartz teaches the true meaning of love by guiding one inward to connect with the eternal divine source from which all love flows. As one begins to learn that true love comes from within, Rose Quartz assists in reprogramming one to nurture the self through forgiveness and self-love. It is from this inner source that all emotional traumas no matter how deep or painful are healed.

Rose Quartz is an intense healer for those who feel they have never had love given to them. People who feel unloved and have never encountered experiences of receiving unconditional love most often lack a joy for living. Not feeling worthy, feeling lonely and holding a negative self-image will continue to attract equivalent experiences into one’s life. Rose Quartz heals past conditions and programs that have been accumulated from birth as it reprograms the heart to love itself.

Here are some suggestions for working with Rose Quartz:

• When feeling emotionally unbalanced or moving through a challenging experience, get a piece of Rose Quartz and wear it on your body. Be sure to run it under water to cleanse it of any negative energy it may have accumulated over time. Activate its natural energy by applying firm pressure with your fingers and state your intent of remaining peaceful and calm. Cleanse it after each use.
• To allow its healing energy to effortlessly reprogram your heart of its divine message, place a piece of rose quartz under your pillow at night while you sleep.
• The hand that you write with is your dominate, giving side. The other is the receiving side. On days that you would like a boost in the expression of giving love, wear a piece of jewelry that contains Rose Quartz or slip a piece into your pocket of the dominant side of your body. On days that you would like to experience the influx of receiving more love, wear a piece of Rose Quartz jewelry or place a specimen in your pocket on the non-dominate side of the body.

Rose Quartz manifests the vibration of infinite self-love like no other crystal on this earth. At last with Rose Quartz one can begin to experience a true sense of inner peace and self- fulfillment. As the heart is nourished and healed from within, a deep comfort flows throughout one’s BEING carrying the message that all is well. Rose quartz in all its mystery is a channel for divine love to flow. It is up to you to allow its presence to remind you of who you really are.

©2009 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions
All rights Reserved.

Loving the Self

2009-02-18T12:30:00.000-08:00

To be able to express and receive love is one of life’s greatest delights. Allowing love’s presence to fill one’s BEING literally makes the physical heart cavity feel full and complete. Love is a powerful emotion that instantly heals on an emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual level. Its resonance uplifts and transforms one to a higher energetic vibration. Every human inherently possesses a strong desire to feel loved and accepted. It is essential that one comes to the understanding in life’s journey that the only real basis for obtaining a true sense of security in the world is to consciously fill their BEING with self-love. Achieving a deep sense of personal fulfillment is possible when one practices loving and nurturing the self first.

It is natural to crave the peace and contentment that love offers. The enduring inner craving is the gentle calling of our higher self to connect with the divine loving source from which our BEING was created, to remember who we really are. The ability to go deep inside of ourselves, align with source energy and consciously tap its eternal well-spring of love is a freewill decision. Voluntarily choosing to replenish ourselves with the love that flows from within creates a strong foundation for inner peace and self fulfillment to blossom. As one starts to implement self-love into their daily practice, a deep sense of calm begins to overflow into the words and actions of one’s personal reality.

Learning to nourish and take care of the self in the moment as needs surface, one develops knowledgeable skills that allow them to more effectively help other people. Once a person understands how to create emotional stability through self-love are they able to give love to others freely and unconditionally. There is no other person that one can look to for a continuous supply of love and support than the self. You will always be there for you! You know exactly what is needed in every moment that will bring emotional well-being and stability into your life.

Capturing and embodying the true meaning of love enables one’s presence to be healing for others to be around. Filling the self with love on a daily basis creates a channel for love to flow into every action. A person is extremely magnetic when their being radiates this high vibration. Others are naturally attracted to those who express self-fulfillment, because they understand how to effectively communicate from the heart. Speaking and acting from the heart allows one’s pure intention to be felt. The joy of being able to freely share information and to give to others unconditionally is the purest expression of love.

Oftentimes, many of us seek external sources of love to fill the empty void felt within the heart center. We seek attachment to people and things outside the self in order to provide a sense of security. As things and people consistently change with time, we discover that we cannot control anything that happens outside of the self. Expectations we place on others to fill the void within most often leads to disappointment. It is only the self united with the eternal flow of love from the unlimited source within that a solid foundation is built for one to effectively accept and adjust to all life’s consistent changes.
There are many ways to begin initiating the process of filling the self with love. It is a life long journey of self-discovery, to love where you are at and to love where you are going in every moment. The following are a few suggestions to help get you started.

• Set the intention every day to allow the loving energy of source from which you came to fill your heart and entire BEING. Seek out a quiet space and breathe deeply. As you breathe in, visualize loving energy in the form of light enter through the top of your head. As your breath fills your diaphragm, bring the loving energy into your heart center. Keep doing this until your heart feels full and complete. Let your imagination be your guide!

• Repattern your subconscious mind by choosing positive words to create affirmations. Repeat your positive affirmations as much as possible throughout the day.

• Look into a mirror and express your heart-felt love for yourself. Tell yourself of your beauty and your worth. Speak of your appreciation for all the experiences you have had on your life’s journey. Know that you would not be who you are in this very moment without them. Listen intently as you allow your words to reprogram your mind.

• Trust yourself! You are your own best guide! You know what you need in every moment to create peace and well-being. Take care of your needs first before attending to others. When you feel nourished, then you are ready to give freely and unconditionally to others.

• In times of intense challenge, allow your feelings to flow through you. If you feel like crying, please do! Crying helps to release emotional trauma. Let the tears flow and be gentle with yourself.

• Be forgiving of yourself. Forgiveness heals as it allows you to completely accept who you are. It releases suppressed internal wounds of the heart. Nourish and comfort yourself by expressing your forgiveness of past memories and feelings. Let them go and move forward. Let love fill its place.

Loving the self before all things is a rewarding process in the journey of personal awareness. Take the time to go within and create a lasting relationship with the well-spring of source energy from which all love flows. The love that stems from the self is unlimited and expansive. You will be forever replenished with an unending supply of love as you consciously tap into this source. Allow the true meaning of love to fill you and freely express it. Love’s overflowing presence in you will uplift the world. You will LOVE yourself for it.

© 2009 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions
All Rights Reserved.

Feel The Love

2009-02-06T21:31:00.001-08:00

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Maya Road Heart Chipboard Album
1 – Creating Intentions Rose Quartz Heart
1 – Basic Grey Bittersweet Chipboard Alphabet
1 – Ranger Pearl Acrylic Dauber
1 – My Mind’s Eye Flirty Little Girl
1 – My Mind’s Eye Flirty Pure Joy
1 – My Mind’s Eye Sundress Heirloom
1 – My Mind’s Eye Sweetheart
1 – My Mind’s Eye Cupid’s Toile
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Crushed Berry”
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Blushing Pink”
1 - Prima Forever Flowers
1 – 7Gypsies Ink Love Rub-ons
2 – Heart Doilies
1 – Heidi Swapp Mirror
1 – Heidi Swapp Flower
1 – Maya Road Pink Silk Flower
1 – KI Memories Tag
1 – Tim Holtz Adage Ticket “Love”
1 – Tim Holtz Word Key “Love”
3 – Prima Heart Kisses
12 inch Pink Ric Rac
12 inch Maya Road Red Velvet Ribbon
12 inch Pink Tafetta Ribbon
12 inch Bazzill Pink Embroidery Floss
Acrylic Jewels

February's Theme

2009-02-05T16:45:00.000-08:00

Thanks for your patience as I have fallen a little behind schedule for posting February's kit of the month due to moving! This month we will be focusing on feeling the love of source that comes from within. Tomorrow I will post the kit details and a photos of the project to be purchased on our main website at www.creatingintentions.com

The Renewing Energy of Peridot

2009-01-31T15:32:00.001-08:00

Formed in the depths of volcanic activity, peridot is one of the few gemstones that occur in a single color: green. A species of Olivine, its color range ultimately depends on how much iron is contained within the crystal structure. More abundantly found in a translucent yellow-green color, peridot is more rarely found in its gem quality color of olive green. It is mined in many locations across the globe, although the highest quality specimens come from Myanmar, Pakistani and Egypt. Peridot has extraterrestrial origins as well. It is the only stone found in meteorites. The Hawaiians refer to it as “Pele’s Tears”. Pieces of peridot are frequently found scattered among the black sands and lava rocks on Hawaiian beaches.

Peridot’s radiant color has caught the fancy of humans for many years. It is estimated that this gemstone has been mined for over four thousand years. Frequently found in Egyptian jewelry and amulets, historical legend states that peridot was the favorite stone of Cleopatra and that some of her so-called Emeralds were in fact peridots. The ancient Romans nicknamed the stone “Emerald of the Evening” for its ability to maintain its shine in all types of light. Found in medieval churches and referenced in the Bible to be one of the stones lain within the breast plate of the High Priest, peridot periodically enjoys being at the height of the fashion industry whenever green is declared to be the color of the times.

The brilliant light of peridot aids healing and well being at the mental, emotional and physical level. It is extremely effective at subduing matters of the heart. Peridot’s soothing energy allows one to accept “what is” with a calming forgiveness. One can use or wear peridot to relieve mental anguish, depression and anger and to revive happiness, inspiration and hope.

The yellow hue that expresses itself through peridot rejuvenates and warms the soul. Like the sun shining through a window on a beautiful day, peridot motivates one to wake up to their inner hopes and dreams. It stirs a positive expectation for all good things to come. The hope that peridot awakens, energizes the entire BEING at a cellular level. As the inherent yellow hue within peridot directs its energies into the solar plexus, it aids one to implement inspired hope into physical action.

Peridot’s renewing energy brings clarity to one’s goals. It joyfully encourages one to act on their goals by providing the inspiration that offers solutions to one’s search. As one begins to align with their true purpose, a joy for living is recovered.

Allow peridot’s warm and friendly nature to renew your joy for living. Open to the stimulating energy of hope that will strengthen and rejuvenate your entire being. Peridot provides the energy boost that effortlessly lifts you into action. NOW you can begin to really enjoy the process of living according to your destiny. Infuse an abundant amount of radiant energy into your life and daily activities by working with peridot.

Radio Interview this Evening!

2009-01-28T16:38:00.001-08:00

I just came back from a fabulous time at CHA in Anaheim! I made many new friends and introduced the Intentional Scrapbooking MethodTM to the scrapbooking industry with much success! It was so much fun to visit all the beautiful booths and meet the designers!

Tonight I am being interviewed by Solarzar and Kyralani of Good Vibrations Radio. We are really looking forward to this show! It will be filled with lots of great insight and positive energy! To listen to a live stream just follow this link:http://www.goodvibrationsradio.com/

I hope you enjoy the show!

Join us for a LIVE SHOW!

2009-01-15T14:42:00.000-08:00

We are VERY EXCITED to be hosting our first LIVE SHOW this Wednesday, January 21 at 6pm PST! We will be demonstrating our January's Kit Project "Renew the Self". If you are interested in learning more about Intentional Scrapbooking, I invite you to see us in action! The chat room will be open and we will have some prize give aways...So rememeber to place this event on your calendar,invite your friends and we will SEE you then!

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/creatingintentions-renew

Create an Action Journal for 2009

2009-01-10T17:54:00.000-08:00

Learn how to EASILY create this journal!

View a FREE How To Video that uses Intentional Scrapbooking to create a journal designed to keep you inspired to take simple daily actions that will lead you closer to fulfilling your dreams.

To view this video, please follow this link:

http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/1044585

"Renew the Self"

2009-01-08T17:45:00.000-08:00

It is with joy that we announce January's Intentional Scrapbooking Kit Project "Renew the Self".
We are planning to hold a FREE live podcast/show on how to create this intention book on Wednesday January 21. So stay tuned for more information!

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Basic Grey Capital Album
1 – Creating Intentions Peridot Pebbles
1 – White sheet of Affirmations
1 – Basic Grey Delilah White Chocolate Chipboard Alphabet
1 – JudiKin’s Diamond Glaze
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Straw”
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Casual”
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Milk”
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Patchwork Quilt”
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Corn Husk”
1 – Basic Grey Paper “Hayloft”
1 – Tim Holtz Spinner
An Assortment of Silk and Fabric Flowers
12 inch Yellow Grosgrain Ribbon
12 inch Making Memories Green Ribbon
12 inch Light Green Crochet Trim
12 inch Sheer Yellow Ribbon
12 inch Bazzill Yellow Embroidery Floss

An Assortment of Acrylic Jewels, Brads, and Buttons

NOTE: This kit is designed to be put together using the Intentional Scrapbooking Method™

You can purchase this product at http://www.creatingintentions.com/

NOW is the Time to RENEW the SELF

2009-01-06T13:22:00.000-08:00

A new year means new beginnings, an opportunity to renew the self. A time to start fresh, we enjoy creating resolutions and setting new goals. The energy of a new year brings a renewed sense of hope as many people look forward to making personal changes in their life. The pure positive vibration of hope for new adventures, new opportunities and new life experiences is nature’s most transforming medicine. Hope energizes the body at a cellular level. Hope invigorates and motivates.

Like an artist sitting before a blank canvas about to create a beautiful masterpiece, we can use the energy that hope instills to shape a vision for the year that lay before us. How do you want your year to look? What beautiful outcomes can you imagine for yourself? How can you transform what currently is into something more beautiful and inspiring?

Dreaming, pondering and imagining new possibilities align one with their true creative self. The mere act of engaging the imagination to create visions within the mind allows one to tap into their inherent source of unlimited creative potential. This is why it feels so good to imagine and to dream about all the things we want in our life. As we create desired scenarios within our mind’s eye, we align with who we really are. We feel the joy of creating and living out these life visions as if they are already fulfilled. Imagination is the key to creating the life we truly want to live. It is the paint guided by directed thought to be forever imprinted upon the canvas of the subconscious. Our imagination creates the story of our life.

As one places more time and energy into dreaming and imagining about desired experiences, the longer one stays connected to their unlimited supply of creative potential. As the connection grows and becomes stronger, sparks of inspiration ignite that create a compelling passion for new ideas revealed to be manifested into physical realization. This is the fire that motivates one to take necessary actions to fulfill their desires. Spending time pondering good feeling scenarios in the imagination initiates inspiration that leads to the creation of new opportunities and adventures. Creating in the imagination is the beginning steps of designing a life filled with all the experiences that one desires.

Although many of us feel a strong urge to set intentions for positive change at the beginning of a new year, it is important to remember that there is no other time to implement change than the powerful moment of NOW. If we hold our dreams in the future, they will always be dreams. Joyfully behaving as if our dreams are already manifested in the moment of NOW creates a strong attractive force. Maintaining a focus on what you really want instead of “what is” attracts desired experiences with an accelerated speed. This does require a certain amount of disciplined effort to achieve. It is encouraging to be reminded that no matter where one is currently at, it is the perfect place to be. Where you are at in your life experience, you have never been more experienced, more knowledgeable or wiser than you are right NOW. There are more than enough resources available to support and uplift you on your journey to successful self-transformation. From books, teleseminars, lectures, support groups, podcasts, etc., there are many sources to choose from to assist one in maintaining the necessary focus that transforms dreams into realities. Make use of these valuable resources. Seek out support groups and people of like mindedness. You will discover that it is EASY and EFFORTLESS to achieve the experiences that you are imagining for yourself.

Here are some other suggestions to keep you focused on your desired dreams:

Each morning upon waking, set your intentions for the day. Renew personal affirmations and visualize yourself living out what you are affirming. Talk yourself up by using the most positive and uplifting words you can find. Tell yourself how powerful you are and that you can create anything you set your mind to. This self-affirming talk instills a joyful hope of all good things to come throughout the day. It puts you in a positive mindset that attracts experiences that are like in nature.
At some point throughout the day, write down three inspired actions that you are willing to commit to in order to bring you closer to achieving a desired goal. The goals that you choose should feel EASY and FUN. We are not looking for quantity here, only quality. Remember, it is all about the joy of creating out of passion and inspiration. Only create goals and steps that FEEL good and bring joy to your day.
Anchor your dreams and visions by giving them physical shape and form through a visual platform such a as vision boarding, creating a mind movie or intentional scrapbooking. Intentional scrapbooking is a meditative process that contains all the creative elements that strongly imprint the subconscious of desired direction. Scrapbooking with focused intent allows all four levels of BEING to move into alignment. This sends a crystal clear message to the universe of the desired outcome you intend to achieve.
Upon falling asleep at night, ponder your accomplishments of the day. Taking the time to recognize your achievements places you in that enjoyable spot of where you want to be which creates a powerful attractive force. Allow yourself to spend time living out your desired dreams as you drift off to sleep.

If we can learn to start each day as a new beginning and employ the power of NOW as the time to renew and strengthen our commitments to self, we choose HOW we will live this year. Embrace the statement, “Today is the first day of the rest of your life!” Each day is a fresh, new beginning to be celebrated with the same intensity of hope that a new year brings. What are you imagining for yourself?

Enhance Creative Expression with Garnet

2008-12-31T12:27:00.000-08:00

Found in mineral deposits scattered across the globe, garnet ranges in color depending on the location in which it is mined. From colorless to rare blue, its most popular shade is a deep maroon. Closely resembling a seed of a pomegranate, garnet is referred to in Latin as “granatus” meaning seed or grain. Dating back to the Bronze Age, 3000 B.C., it is one of the oldest known stones in human history influencing Greek mythology, Egyptian, Biblical and Medieval history.

One of garnets most popular legends dates back to the story of Noah’s Ark. It was said that Noah used large pieces of garnet to illuminate the interior and path of the Ark. As a result, garnet has since been a popular stone carried amongst travelers to ensure safety and guidance throughout their journeys.

Garnet has a detailed history in use and lore. One of its most interesting uses was by the tribal Indians in Kashmir. They fashioned it into bullets and fired them at invading British armies. Today garnet is widely used in jewelry for its brilliance. For its durability, it is used as an alternative to sand in the abrasive industry. Its molecular composition and hardness allows it to be efficiently recycled while cutting down on the amount of dust and waste that is produced when smoothing and grinding other material items

On an energetic level, the glowing luminescence of garnet awakens one to their inherent creative forces. The process of becoming aware of one’s creative potential, sparks passion within the self. A symbol of the strengthening effects of light, truth and faith, garnet activates the vitality of life force energy at a root level. As creative expression ignites, the body is energized. This vital flow of energy motivates one to commit to the implementation of inspirational ideas through physical action.

When passion to create is aroused, garnet illumines the path to one’s purpose. Its inner glow is symbolic of our desire to create according to our deepest needs. One is drawn to garnet like a glowing warm fire. It nurtures and rejuvenates. Garnet’s loving devotion creates a magnetic force that causes a strong attraction to whatever one deliberately focuses their creative energy upon. As a result, instant healing and transformation occur.

A deep gratitude arises for the realization of one’s ability to deliberately create according to personal preference. Peace and calm enter the body, as one acquires the necessary patience that allows inspired action to manifest on all levels of BEING. As self-realization occurs, one grows and expands in their confidence to consciously direct creative expression into any area of their life. Miracles are created.

Wearing and consciously working with garnet activates powerful energies that will have one functioning at peak performance. One can always depend on garnet to light the way. Solutions and multiple pathways will always be revealed. Allow garnet to strengthen your relationship to yourself, your passion and purpose in life. One can always look to garnet for comfort and guidance as you create according to your deepest desires.

Podcast on Intentional Scrapbooking and Law of Attraction

2008-12-20T16:56:00.000-08:00

Learn how to create this LO to strengthen belief in the power of your mind. Intentional Scrapbooking contains all the creative elements that powerfully imprint the subconscious mind and activates the Law of Attraction. To view this podcast visit the link below: NOTE: the show had a glitch at 3:30 fast forward to 7:17 and it will resume. I am so excited to have the opportunity to share my work! Hope you enjoy the show!
http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/991039

The Greatest Miracle

2008-12-17T11:35:00.000-08:00

I created this Intentional Scrapbooking LO with the intent to strengthen the belief in the power of my mind. This month as we focus on creating miracles at Creating Intentions, it is time to turn our attention inward to strengthen and develop all that happens on the inside.

I recently came across this picture of my daughter taken a few days after her birth last December. As she just celebrated her first birthday, I was feeling grateful and appreciative that she was in my life. In cultivating these feelings, I realized that her presence on this earth is the greatest miracle! To be alive and to be able to experience physical sensations that life offers would not be possible without the presence of the subconscious mind.

Responsible for over 90 percent of our mental faculties, the subconscious processes over 400 billion bits of information in every second. It does this while directing and communicating all of our bodily functions such as breathing, the beating of the heart, circulating blood flow, cellular regeneration, and many other functions. Within our subconscious mind lies an infinite source of creative intelligence that also gives shape and form to this entire universe. Creative intelligence carries us from the time of conception until it is our time to leave the earth. It is accessible within the depths of our inner mind always lying in wait and ready to be harnessed and directed at any time.

Creating this LO, I focused thoughts of trust, faith and belief in my subconscious mind to clearly receive and implement all future direction that I impress upon it. It is sort of like priming the pump so that any and all future intentions will be launched with a turbo boost. When thoughts and emotions are backed by the energizing power of belief, a powerful magnetic force is created that will attract like thoughts, events, opportunities and people into one’s life.

As a direct result from creating this month’s Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ “Miracles Happen” and this LO, incredible shift happened in my life. It is amazing how strong and firm my belief has amplified in my ability to create anything that I can imagine for myself. As a direct result, I feel a new found sense of peace and comfort that miracles are happening in my life NOW as a result of my focused positive thinking. Every day I receive signs from all over that confirm that I am attracting what I am voluntarily programming into my consciousness. I am so grateful to be equipped with this wonderful source of unlimited potential!

Easily Create Miracles in Your Life

2008-12-05T11:23:00.000-08:00

Many people today are aware of the incredible power of the mind. It is comforting to know that we possess an inherent ability to create whatever we set our mind to. Every one of us has the capacity to tap into this inner resource at will, yet many still do not fully understand how to successfully harness it or where to begin when intending change. The question is how do we effectively co-create with this facet of our consciousness to achieve the results we desire?

The answer lies in the awareness of one’s thoughts and feelings. Consistently thinking the same thought over and over sends a strong message to the subconscious mind. Repetitious thinking eventually brings one to arrive at the conclusion that they are to receive whatever they have convinced themselves of. Belief is created and that belief is handed over to the subconscious mind. Each time a new belief is formed, it becomes the basis from which our subconscious mind executes all future action.

Belief is a powerful state of mind induced through repeated suggestion. Our beliefs energize our thoughts. When belief backs one’s thoughts, a strong magnetic force is created within the mind. This magnetic field attracts more thoughts that are similar in nature and equivalent physical experiences.

Many of our existing beliefs are formed unconsciously from the time of our birth. Our consciousness operates unbeknownst to us from these core beliefs. The great news is that we can rewrite our beliefs at any given point in time through intention setting and repeated suggestion.

Creating new beliefs through repetition of affirmative orders can make the Law of Attraction work for anyone. When intending to create change or transformation in any area of life, it is important to find the best feeling and most positively stated words to describe the desired outcome that one is seeking. Deliberately repeating desired thought patterns throughout the day allows one’s new way of thinking to dominate the mind. Time for some more good news... as your new thought patterns begin to dominate your mentality, it becomes habit. This means that your desired way of thinking automatically surfaces into your waking mentality, making it EASY for you to focus on what you truly want in life!

Implementing new beliefs through repeated suggestion does require a certain degree of disciplined effort, but it can be FUN and EASY and the reward is well worth it. Imagine experiencing sustainable thoughts and feelings of sheer happiness and well-being! It is an amazing experience to be filled with positive energy as a reward for time well spent.

Belief is the starting point from which all miracles are created. Without belief, one cannot create or attract the things they desire. Belief needs to be present when intending to create desired results, for it is the fuel that backs every thought. Since one creates successful outcomes according to their level of belief, focusing on raising belief in the power of mind will boost ones ability to create and attract desired results with greater accuracy. The following are some effective ways to strengthen belief:

Deliberately suggest to your subconscious mind through repeated affirmative orders, your belief in its ability to attract to you the physical equivalent of the directed thought you impress upon it. Time must be spent each day directly communicating to your inner mind of your belief in its abilities. Engage the imagination for effective communication of your heartfelt thoughts in the form of words, images and aroused emotion.
An English Proverb states “the eyes are the window to the soul”. Find a mirror, look directly into your eyes and speak out loud to the depths of your soul, where your deep inner mind resides. Speak of your admiration, love, respect, and appreciation of its worth. This is a very powerful technique. It will stir great emotion from the depths of your BEING.
Intentionally arouse positive supporting emotions when repeating affirmations. All thought is birthed into existed by an emotional state. Strive to hold positive emotions of well-being as much as possible. Emotions are our internal guidance system. We sense through emotional well-being how aligned we are to our higher selves or source energy.
Focus your desired intent of strengthening belief through the Intentional Scrapbooking Method™ to anchor your thoughts into physical shape and form. Taking the time to focus your intent in this way expresses commitment to your desired goal. This process aligns all four levels of BEING which strongly imprints the subconscious mind and activates the Law of Attraction. Your desires will only manifest as a result!

Strengthening belief in the power of mind will have you creating and attracting all the things you truly desire in life with ease and effortlessness. The journey of self-discovery is a process of becoming. It is on-going. Once a desired goal is fulfilled, one will always uncover more desires that serve to grow and expand the self to new heights. Believe in yourself, the creative potential of your thoughts and the power of your subconscious mind. Belief is the starting point from which all miracles happen. Believe in believing.

Miracles Happen!

2008-12-01T17:22:00.000-08:00

Our Intentional Scrapbooking KitTM for December:

Believing in the power of your mind is the catalyst for all miracles to manifest. Deliberately suggest to your deep inner mind your faith and trust in its abilities to attract to you all the things you impress upon it. Miracles are happening!

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Maya Road Wings Chipboard Album
1 – Creating Intentions Crystal Embellishment: Garnet Trio
1 – Prima Flocked Alphabet
1 – Prima Angelique Collection “Heavenlies”
1 – Prima Cavalier Collection “Riviera”
1 – piece Vintage Cherub Tissue
1 – Adirondack Acrylic Paint Dabber Pearl
1 – Prima Black Felt Mattie
1 – Prima Say it in Crystals Wings
4 – Prima Paper Flowers
1 – Heidi Swapp Mirror
1- White Feather
2- Heidi Swapp Chandalier Crystals Jet
12 inch Black Sparkle Ribbon
To Purchase CLICK HERE

Radio Interview with Eva Ravenwood

2008-11-30T16:46:00.001-08:00

I am VERY excited for my upcoming interview this monday, December 1 with Eva Ravenwood of Spiritual Envoy. She has a collection of wonderful podcasts on her site www.evaravenwood.com

Eva is a mystic, clairaudient, author and teacher whose purpose in life is to bring all types of healers together to form a collective effort in healing the world. I am so honored to be a part of her group. Please tune in tomorrow at 3:30pmPST as we talk about Intentional Scrapbooking.
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thespiritualenvoy

As always, we would love to hear from you. She will be taking calls. If you have any questions as to how Intentional Scrapbooking can assist you in living a passionate life filled with purpose and meaning, please give us a call!

If you happen to miss the show, do not worry, it will replay automatically on her site for the next week and be available as a podcast.

The Inherent Beauty of Carnelian

2008-11-24T18:44:00.001-08:00

Bursting with warm earthly colors, carnelian is a gentle stone that inspires one to identify their unique personal strengths and courage to live life to the fullest. A variant of chalcedony, carnelian is mainly composed of silicon dioxide which is commonly known as quartz. Its color range varies from a pale milky orange to deep rust brown. A reminder of the rising sun, fiery sunsets, autumn leaves and the fertile soil of the earth, carnelian is a symbol of the strength and beauty of our planet.

Carnelian has held a strong presence in the history of the world. It has been found in some of the oldest known jewelry, inlaid into the robes of Pu-Abi, a Sumerian Queen from the third millennium, B.C, among Egyptian tombs, in the breastplate of High Priest Aaron and in many other ancient cultures. One of its most popular uses was by the Romans. They used the stone for cameos, intaglios and as seal rings for imprinting seals with wax on correspondence and documents.

Cool to the touch, carnelian is warming to the soul. Its presence and energetic vibration is calming yet invigorating. Reflective of the stability and nurturing qualities of the earth, it mainly assists one in strengthening their mental focus. Carnelian helps to keep one grounded in the awareness of their thoughts while simultaneously activating a fiery creative energy. The ignition of internal resources creates the inspiration, creativity and courage to discover new ways of viewing life experiences.

Carnelian is a powerful tool to assist one in recognizing resources already present in life. Shifting awareness to discover abundance that is already a part of one’s reality opens the mind to the unlimited possibility of thought. When one fully realizes the transformation that results from refocusing thought, it motivates one to aspire to their highest potential. Viewing life from a new perspective creates the realization that anything is possible. This potentiality inspires the courage and motivation to fully embrace inherent talents that make one unique in this world. Carnelian is effective in assisting one to recognize the inherent beauty of every situation, to view challenges as opportunities and as a catalyst for positive change.

As we learn to deliberately direct focused thought by choosing to see the positive aspects in every experience, we allow feelings of freedom to flow through our BEING. Keeping our awareness on the abundant resources of this planet and our freewill ability to shape our futures through intended thought cultivates feelings of deep love, respect, and appreciation for living. This synergy of thought and emotion are the necessary attractive forces that open the doors to living abundantly.

Carnelian assists us in implementing this message into the totality of our BEING. Each and every one of us has everything we need in order to survive. All we need to do is just open our eyes, broaden our minds and perspectives to see the inherent beauty in all things. We already possess an abundance of resources. The most abundance source is found within, in the form of thoughts, ideas and inspiration.

The earth is overflowing with resources as well. Look to the earth, it nurtures and takes care of us. Set intentions to stay grounded and remain calm, allow well BEING to flow. As carnelian assists us in grounding desired goals into physical manifestation, we can intentionally work with it to create a beautiful life in which we attract life experiences that are according to our deepest passions. From discovering and creating work that you love, to attracting healthy lifestyles and relationships, carnelian brings awareness. Allow it to awaken, nurture, and help you manifest the life you truly desire.

©2008 Elizabeth Pagayonan: Creating Intentions

Activate an Abundant Mind Set First Thing in the Morning

2008-11-14T11:47:00.000-08:00

I would like to share a simple morning ritual that instantly activates an abundant mind set that serves to attract many wonderful experiences throughout the day. This is just an example which can be replaced by your personal tastes and preferences. It can be tailored to any type of morning ritual as abundance is found in everything!

I love to enjoy a hot cup of coffee in the morning! The anticipation of the smell and taste of it draws me out of bed. Upon waking, I first express my appreciation for life, how happy I am to live the life I am leading and how grateful I am for all that I am surrounded by. I then roll out of bed and move into the kitchen. I open a jar that is filled with coffee beans and deliberately recognize and affirm the abundance contained within that jar. As I grind the coffee beans, I realize that the abundance transforms and multiplies into more abundance. Offering my thanks, I then proceed to fill the coffee pot with water. I marvel as it fills up drop by drop and wonder just how many drops it takes to fill that pot! An abundant amount, that's for sure! I then move into the cabinets, in which there are abundance, to select from an abundant supply of mugs. As the pot brews, I think of all the other things in my life that are in abundance.

This is a wonderful meditation. It always starts my day off on just the right vibe. It feels good to start the morning feeling positive and abundant. Since I began activating abundant thinking into my morning routine, I am continuously amazed at all the wonderful experiences that unfold throughout my day. My days and my life keep getting better and better. I am so thankful for the abundance of resources that surround me in every moment!

Please leave a comment or send me a personal message as to how you can activate abundance into your morning ritual, I would love to hear your thoughts!

Find Abundance in Today's Economy

2008-11-10T10:02:00.000-08:00

Feeling abundant in today’s economy may be challenging when a majority of the population, including the media, is filled with negative outlooks regarding the uncertain financial future of the United States. This negative attention and focus can trigger overwhelming feelings that can cause us to feel out of control. It is important to remind ourselves that periods of intense change always create the space for new beginnings and pathways to be formed. This is yet another opportunity for personal growth and self transformation. One unchanging and constant fact is the only thing a person can control is the way he or she personally responds and reacts to events and situations that occur outside of the self. Consciously focusing our thoughts on the positive aspects of every experience, long-term goals and the inner abundance of source will keep one feeling the inherent freedom that is our natural birthright.

To attract abundance, we must first find a way to think and feel abundant in the present moment. Although it does take a certain degree of disciplined effort, mastering this mind set can be EASY and FUN to do. All that is required is a shift of focus. Maintaining focus on the positive aspects in every experience and seeking the inherent beauty in all things will allow us to feel and recognize the abundance of resources already present in our lives. Sounds easy? It is. The following are a few simple tips to assist in shifting your focus to recognize the boundless abundance that you already possess.

First things first, reduce your amount of exposure to the media. Limiting the amount of time one listens and watches the news will help to keep focus on what really matters; your positive state of mind and over all feelings of well-being. Although it is important to stay tuned into current events, the more one listens to the programming, the easier it is to focus on it. The news mainly keeps a person tuned in and focused on the negative aspects. Reduce your exposure.

Clearly state your intentions. This is a time of change and reform that is creating an abundance of new opportunities. Make use of this time to seek out experiences in life that positively impact you and make you feel good. Deliberate setting of intentions instantly launches thought in a desired direction. Set intentions to prosper, to thrive, and to attract and discover work that inspires passion. Intention setting empowers a person to feel in control of the way they respond to circumstances and incites productive actions. Declaring positive statements lifts one to the belief that achieving fulfillment of their deepest dreams is achievable. This is the necessary fuel that transforms dreams into a reality. Move forward by setting positive intentions.

Actively seek out abundance in simple things. Look for and recognize abundance in and around your environment. Abundance is defined as anything in which there is more than enough of. Discovering abundance in the simple things cultivates a master mindset that will ultimately serve to attract more desired experiences of having more than enough. Think abundantly, confirm the abundance already present in your reality, and generate feelings of abundance from within. Remaining disciplined in these actions will allow one to capture the essence of abundance. Experiencing the essence of abundance is the ultimate key to allowing it to flow more freely into one’s life. This is the Law of Attraction in action.

Be thankful for all things and experiences that are already present in your reality. An attitude of gratitude expands your focus to embrace all the positive aspects already taking place in your life.

This planet is filled with an abundant amount of resources. The most abundant resource available to each and every one of us is the creative source of our minds from which all thought, idea and inspiration are created. The way we think, feel and choose to perceive the world can open the doors to abundance and attract everything we need in order to survive. The time is NOW! Seek the inherent beauty and positive aspect in every experience. As one maintains this discipline, abundance is already present!

To assist you in cultivating a master mind set of ABUNDANCE, we have created an Intentional Scrapbooking KitTM that is intended to open your eyes to the abundance already present in your life. This project which includes VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS will have you instantly thinking and feeling more abundant in the present moment. CLick HERE to view this kit!

A Resurgence of Hope in America

2008-11-05T19:32:00.000-08:00

What a wonderful opportunity to be a part of the resurgence of hope that is sweeping across the planet as a result of Obama’s election! With emotions running high, it does not matter if one was for or against Obama in this presidential election, what matters most is WHAT each and every one of us chooses to place our focus on.

An event that will be recorded in history as a time that shaped our nation and ignited hope across the world, the results of the election is spreading awareness that all dreams are possible. As Obama takes the 2008 election by storm, he brings hope to individuals in every corner of the world.

It is amazing how hope can inspire people to lead better lives, to focus on all the positive aspects that each experience has to offer. Hope is a time of new beginnings, a time to create according to ones highest potential, a time to become more than we ever knew was possible. Hope is the fuel that revives a deep felt joy for living.

As individuals, we can tap into this time of new beginnings to commit to making positive changes through our choices and decisions. The energy that hope brings can lift us above and beyond previous self-limiting thoughts and self-defeating behaviors. Hope creates the belief that says “Yes, I can achieve this!”

Jump into the opportunity that this time brings and set your intentions….declare that you are going to live the life that you have been imagining for yourself right NOW. It is time for you to feel free, to succeed at your goals and obtain what you truly desire in life.

This is a time of unlimited potential and endless possibilities. Let’s intend to keep our focus on all the potential and good the results of this election will bring. Together we can positively unite in hope as a whole, and at the same time apply the hope that we are now feeling to personally renew our zest and joy for living. Discover your strengths and unique talents and incorporate them into your life. When we live and work according to what we love and are good at, we thrive and life becomes easy and free. The most important contribution anyone can give to this world is to work according to their passion.

The most important thing to remember is that one must find a way to keep hope alive in their self first, if others are to follow. Do what you love, seek the positive aspects in every experience, see the beautiful abundance of resources that surround us on this planet, and rise to your highest potential. Be a beacon of hope and light. Light the way so that all may see.

November's Master Mindset "ABUNDANCE"

2008-11-03T12:26:00.000-08:00

I am super excited for this month's master mindset of "Abundance"! The project is filled with affirmations and techniques that I personally used during a time of intense financial struggle to successfully shift my consciousness from lack to abundance.

It is interesting to think of the timeliness of this project. When I first envisioned the products Creating Intentions would offer, I planned a year's worth of master mindsets. I had no idea that there would be so much fear, concern and focus around the state of the economy at the time of this release.

So it is with great hope, that I offer this Intentional Scrapbooking KitTM to assist those who are interested in discovering the freedom of abundant thinking. I will hold the intention that you discover the abundance of resources that surrounds you in every opportunity and see the inherent beauty in all things as you become abundant conscious!

ABUNDANCE
This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – Prima 6X6 Chipboard Book
1 – Creating Intentions 38mm Carnelian Crystal
1 – Kraft sheet of Affirmations
1 – Prima Gold Embossed Flowers
1 – Bazzill Java
1 – Making Memories Green Flocked “Paperie”
1 – Hambly Woodgrain
1 –Prima “Flutter”
1 – Prima “Enlightened”
1 – Making Memories Brown Felt Alpha
1 - Tassle
1 – Ranger Lettuce Acrylic Paint
2 – Note Sheets Making Memories “Paperie”
1 – 7Gypsies Door Knob
3 – 7Gypsies Antiqued Silver Rings
1 – Making Memories Epoxy Clip
12 inches Fringed Ribbon
12 inch Brown Chenille Ball Ribbon
12 inches Satin Ribbon
An Assortment of Brads and Buttons

For more information about this project, please visit http://www.creatingintentions.com/

Happy Halloween!

2008-10-31T14:54:00.000-07:00

Halloween is my favorite holiday! I love to get dressed up with my kids and then take them trick-or-treating. It is absolutely halarious to watch them running from house to house to get treats. It also amazes me how they bravely overcome their fear of scary images just to get candy! They can be really focused when they want to!

I took the above photo at the Orchard Nursery in Lafayette. We love to pretend that we are witches creating spells all the time. Tonite we will brave the streets in our costumes! Watch out because something witchy this way comes!

Discover the Healing Properties of Lapis Lazuli

2008-10-30T10:28:00.000-07:00

What an exciting week! We visited the pumpkin patch, carved pumpkins and now I am excited to trick-or-treat for Halloween. I am looking forward to being interviewed by Rebekkah this morning from http://www.healyourselftalk.com/. You can visit her website which is filled with a ton of resources on how to heal the self. She will also have our interview available in MP3 format later today.

It is the end of the month and we are about to release next month's Intentional Scrapbooking KitTM which I know will be a hit! I am not going to reveal the master mind set just yet....be sure to check back saturday! I am sure that we can all use the mental boost that this month's project has an ample supply of!

I almost forgot to post the inspirational and informational article on the crystal that is featured in October's Intentional Scrapbooking KitTM, "Creative Vision". Lapis Lazuli is a very powerful stone! I have been actively working with it all month and it has kept me busy. It has revealed insight as to former ways of thinking that need to be released and how to refocus the nature of my thoughts. I would love to hear any stories on how lapis activated and enhanced your creative vision. Please send all stories to me at liz@creatingintentions.com

A stone so ancient, it is said to have existed before time itself, lapis lazuli is a powerful stone for awakening awareness within the self. Abundantly found throughout the ruins of many ancient civilizations, it was highly prized by the Egyptians and Mesopotamians. Used as a tool for raising consciousness, lapis was highly revered for its ability to bring wisdom, truth and light to the user.

The oldest known source that produces this semi-precious material are the mines of Badakshan province in Afghanistan. Relics and talismans found among ancient civilizations are traced back to this known source for the past 6,500 years. Although it can be found in other locations across the world, these mines produce the highest quality specimens.

Lapis lazuli is comprised of a deep cobalt blue with scattered flecks of highly reflective golden pyrite. Its intense color is such a contrast to the dry and arid land of the desert in which it is mined that one can understand its prized popularity since the dawn of time. A known spiritual tool, lapis had many other purposes. Due to its saturated color it was frequently pulverized into powders to be used as paint, dyes, healing poultices, and eye shadow, as worn by the infamous Cleopatra.

Lapis Lazuli is one of two crystals in the mineral kingdom that is known to penetrate and surface rather than heal. It is most effective when placed on the middle of the forehead just between the eyebrows. This location is frequently referred to as the third eye. When placed here, it will assist the user in penetrating limited beliefs and illusions of the self that block access to the wisdom of the subconscious. Lapis quickly draws a person into the depths of the infinite intelligence of the inner mind.

It is here in the subconscious realm that the energetic vibration of lapis will align one with the power of creative source. This alignment ignites awareness and self empowerment. In return, this awakening serves to stimulate insight that surfaces in the form of ideas, inspiration and intuitive hunches.

Working together, lapis lazuli and one’s own creative vision inspire the user to powerfully and forcefully focus on desired visions with precise clarity. As dreams grow and expand in the eye of the beholder, insight is revealed as to the necessary steps that need to be performed in order to fulfill a desired goal.

Lapis not only aids in surfacing clear insight, it shows a person certain actions that one may need to take in order to ascend to higher levels of BEING. This means that it will reveal any information about what is blocking, preventing or standing in the way of achieving a desired goal. Lapis brings to light any and all thought patterns and emotional wounds that need to be released and healed. In other words, when someone is finished working with lapis, they will have a clear understanding as to what they really need to accomplish in order to turn their dreams into a reality.

Allow the deep blue ray of lapis to carry you to the depths of your subconscious mind where you can access the brightly shining truth and wisdom of your BEING. Lapis is a vehicle through which we can truly experience the light of the higher celestial realms and implement the wisdom received by grounding it into physical action.

To learn more about how to successfully activate and program a crystal visit http://www.creatingintentions.com/

Transmutation of Thoughts into Physical Matter

2008-10-22T21:54:00.000-07:00

What a joy life is! How great it is to be free! BEING aligned with my purpose and aware of my highest potential carries a zest for life that is so grand words cannot begin to define it. To be aware that each thought I entertain attracts its equivalent physical counterpart inspires me to heights that I have never before known possible. I deliberately use every thought to create the most beautiful and inspiring life that I can intend for myself.

I am so thankful that I have discovered scrapbooking as an outlet to express my creative nature. Scrapbooking allows me to capture the intangible nature of thought and shape it into concrete form. As I scrapbook all my intentions, I find that I ascend to higher levels of BEING with an accelerated speed. Every morning I look forward to all that I can begin to create. I feel so creative and full of potential that I know from the depths of my soul that I can inspire the world!

Not only do I give color and shape to my thoughts through scrapbooking, I connect with the intelligence of nature through activating crystal energy. I am living the life I am meant to live.

Every day, I feel the overflow of divine inspiration. My thoughts crystalize into form as I courageously walk my path.

It is my burning desire, my intention, that the world know how effective scrapbooking can be as a tool for creating a life filled with any and all types of experiences that a person can imagine for themselves.

I intentionally used hematite on this LO to assist me in effectively grounding my inspired thoughts into physical action. Hematite encourages us to follow through with our ideas and commitments. I am committed to spreading awareness of the creative potential of thought. Each day is a new beginning full of possibilities.

Make a commitment to yourself to start each day affirming the positive. Look for the beauty in every experience. You will find that you will attract equivalent experiences all day long in return.

The Master Mind Set of Creative Vision

2008-10-10T10:51:00.000-07:00

Read more about the master mindset of this month's Intentional Scrapbooking KitTM, Creative Vision. Be sure to receive informational and inspirational articles on the monthly mindset and crystal of the month, please sign up to receive my newsletters at www.creatingintentions.com

Creative Vision

By summoning creative vision, we can create the life we desire. So, what is creative vision and how do we harness it? Creative vision is information released from the wise and all-knowing source of the subconscious mind meant to inspire us to perform certain acts that are necessary to transform desired goals into realized physical experiences. When we harness our creative vision, we access clear insight from the deepest resource of our subconscious. In the depth of our deep inner mind, our creative vision awaits. To awaken and call forth this creative intelligence is to summon it using our powerful intent.

Intent is powerful. When we call forth creative vision with our intent, we are focused, determined, clear and purposeful. Our intent alone will surface the wisdom of creative vision. The question is how can one recognize it when it surfaces? The valuable insight is communicated to us through the imagination. It is through this vehicle that we successfully communicate to our subconscious and it communicates to us. Once we clearly understand this communication channel between our imagination and our subconscious mind, we can effectively, successfully, and deliberately use it to transform our dreams and goals into reality.

All we need to do is 1) Clearly state a desired intention, 2) arouse supportive emotions and, 3) deliberately focus our thought on the fulfilled outcome that we truly want to experience. These are the most powerful tools that we naturally possess. When we spend a prolonged amount of time each day holding a desired vision, we stimulate, deeply imprint, and give direction to the subconscious mind. In this way, we allow the subconscious mind to receive clear direction for what we truly desire.

In return, the subconscious mind, which knows everything needed to bring about a state of wholeness and well-being, immediately begins to attract all events and situations meant to fulfill the direction we’ve given to it. It literally guides you to be in the right place at the right time to receive all the necessary experiences that will transform your dreams into concrete physical realities.

New ideas and inspired hunches surfacing through your imagination are creative vision! If a new idea surfaces while you’re imagining a desired goal, pay attention! This valuable insight has been deliberately called forth from the depths of your all-knowing deep inner mind!

To recognize creative vision as it surfaces is to practice conscious awareness of every thought in each moment. Notice each thought as it occurs. Practicing this discipline will ensure that you will be able to identify new ideas and hits of inspiration as they arrive from the profound deep inner mind. It is through the creative vision that surfaces from your deep inner mind that all new ideas and inspiration are handed over to man.

Some of our imaginative abilities have become weak due to lack of use. The good news is that this powerful ability can be brought back to life through stimulation and exercise. Deliberate focused thought on images and sensations of a desired experience will serve to nurture your imagination. As you bring your imagination back to life, this fertile platform will help you grow and expand all your dreams.

As we strive to align with our highest potential, we can summon the master mindset of creative vision. Deliberate stating of this intent will allow creative wisdom to surface and expand our visions with a precise clarity. New ideas and inspiration will be released from the wise depths of the subconscious mind. Recognize the insight as it arises and take positive action on it. Small steps of inspired action are the necessary fuel to transform any desired dream into a reality.

For more information and to learn more about the author, please visit www.creatingintentions.com

Check out the video Jewels made!

2008-10-08T16:30:00.000-07:00

Law of Attraction Radio!

2008-10-01T11:17:00.001-07:00

I am so excited to announce my interview tomorrow evening at 5pm with Jewels from Law of Attraction Radio! Please tune in and listen by clicking on this link http://www.lawofattractiontools.com/
This is sure to be an extremely exciting conversation. She has listeners from 28 countries! I am an international speaker!!!

Creative Vision

2008-09-30T22:08:00.000-07:00

We are pleased to announce this month's featured

Intentional Scrapbooking Kit...

CREATIVE VISION

Access clear insight that will nurture your dreams into a reality!

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED!

This Intentional Scrapbooking Kit™ Includes:
1 – 7Gypsies 4x4 Chipboard Book
1 – Creating Intentions 20mm Lapis Lazuli Crystal
1 – Vanilla sheet of Affirmations
1 – Basic Grey Ambrosia Alphabet Stickers
1 – Hambly Transparency Grandma’s Wallpaper Yellow
1 – Bazzill Admiral
1 – K & Company Blue Awning Embossed Paper
1 – Basic Grey Winsome
1 – Basic Grey Citrus
1 – Basic Grey Mandarin
2 –Maya Road Chipboard Scrolls
3 – Bazzill Yellow Paper Flower
1 – Prima Denim Flower
1 – Orange Fabric Flower
2 – Maya Road Metal Flowers
1 – 6 inch piece Bazzill Pom-Pom
12 inch Bazzill Orange Tulle
12 inch Maya Road Velvet Blue RicRac
12 inch Maya Road Orange Striped Grosgrain
12 inch Bazzill Yellow Embroidery Floss
An Assortment of Sequins, Brads, and Buttons
$64.99
This month’s kit, CREATIVE VISION, will stimulate your imagination, surface creative insight and develop the clarity that is necessary to successfully grow and expand your visions. Your subconscious mind will clearly be impressed!

My Angel Baby

2008-09-23T00:30:00.001-07:00

Just had to share this LO of my BEAUTIFUL little angel...so peaceful and calm!!!!

I AM

2008-09-13T22:27:00.000-07:00

I was so pleased to see my archer bro's tattoo this summer when he came to visit. At such as young age, he already realizes the force behind his thoughts!!! He has a strong intention to win a gold medal at the 2012 Olympics for archery. This tattoo is a powerful reminder of his inherent creative nature. I took pictures of him shooting so that I can use them to create a mini-book that will keep on encouraging him to imagine his dream!! Check out this awesome photo!

My Little Share Fairy

2008-09-11T20:32:00.001-07:00

I love this photo of Samona saying, "HERE MOM!" She always shares whatever she has in her hand with me and her sisters. I love her giving and generous nature. I created this layout to complete a fun assignment for one of my favorite scrapbooking kit clubs, Bad Girls Kits....Now that I know how deeply scrapbooking can imprint the subconscious mind, I create all my projects while projecting strong intentions. My intention for this LO is for Samona to always remember to share her essence with others.

New Beginnings!

2008-09-07T23:02:00.001-07:00

A brand new experience, a precious moment in time. The first day of kindergarten is a milestone that both Tara and I will always treasure! She was very excited and happy to sport a new backpack and outfit!

Our goal for this month is to have our newly designed official website on how to scrapbook to create and attract future outcomes launched by OCTOBER 1!!! In our excitement, we will be releasing a few short video emails that will give you a sneak peak as to the purpose of our message here at Creating Intentions. I encourage you to sign up on our current homepage to receive our newsletters. That way you will be sure to be informed of all of our big and I mean BIG NEWS!!!! I am very excited to share! SO STAY TUNED!!!!

Highest Potential

2008-09-01T22:27:00.000-07:00

I am amazed at how fast time truly does seem to pass! Tara starts kindergarten this Thursday!
As for me, it's time to get back to work! My intention to kick off the month of September is to live according to my Highest POTENTIAL!

I created this LO to inspire me to use everything I have to make a difference in this world. The tag contains a partial quote, that I love, by Jack London. His words describe sufficiently how I feel at this point in my life.

I will leave you with his words for pondering....

"I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet. The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time."

I am a guest on U Smile Radio!

2008-08-19T14:40:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,

We are moving FAST here at Creating Intentions with an amazing speed! We just accomplished another milestone with the completion of our first retreat at My Daughter's Wish! What an amazing time we all had!

Tomorrow evening I will be a guest on the U Smile Radio program tomorrow August 20 from 6 to 7pm PST. The line will be open for people to call in and ask questions. Please do! To listen to the interview be sure to visit us at www.blogtalkradio.com/usmile

Skull Consciousness

2008-07-20T11:56:00.000-07:00

The following is an article that I recently wrote on skull consciousness!

Images of skulls seem to be everywhere we look these days. Printed on sneakers, kids clothes, teen jackets, and adult jeans, skulls are everywhere. Even the latest summer movie flick, Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Skull, is based on legend of the abilities of ancient crystal skulls. What is the current fascination with the symbol of skull?

While popular culture consciously associates skulls with Halloween and death, to the ancient civilizations of Mexico, Central and South America the image of skull symbolized a desire to move into a higher frequency of consciousness. In the shape of our head, the skull is the part of our physical body that holds the brain, the organ through which we express ourselves consciously in this reality. The brain is also the place where memory is located; and where information stored. Many ancient civilizations utilized and honored the image of a skull as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. This article covers that inner knowing or sensation that resonates as truth deep within our being, and does not claim to be a literary or academic argument.

The reason behind the latest fashion trend of the skull symbol is that the skull is a sign that our modern day civilization as a whole is moving towards a higher state of consciousness. The spiritual wave sweeping across the planet has caused many people to question the purpose of life and their purpose in it. Little by little, more and more we are awakening to our greater purpose for being. The true meaning of the skull is encoded into the cells, into our DNA, and is embedded our collective unconscious. Our desire to know more, to awaken our consciousness, shows up as an attraction to the skull.

Specifically, crystal skulls can be a tool for awakening and expanding consciousness. Crystals formed into skulls take on a stronger energy field than if the crystal was left in its natural state. The reason is that as the crystal is being carved, the inherent ability of crystal consciousness merges with the unconscious collective meaning of skull, and the collective unconscious of mankind. Storehouses of information, crystal skulls link us to all the wisdom of the ages since the beginning of time, and put us in touch with infinite wisdom hidden within the depths of our beings. The more aware we become of our own consciousness, the more we start to align with our unlimited potential. And as we begin to live in alignment with our greater purpose in life, amazing wisdom of the reason behind creation will be revealed to us. We will find that we will become more aware of who we really are, where we are going and what we need to grow into our unlimited potential as a human being.

We can learn how to intentionally activate and program a crystal skull to awaken our consciousness. To learn more about activating and programming crystal skulls visit http://www.creatingintentions.com/. We have crystal skulls like the one you see above available for purchase. While we are patiently waiting for the publicatrion of my site, you can email me if you want to purchase one before hand at liz@creatingintentions.com

"Awaken" Kit Available for Purchase!

2008-07-16T11:55:00.000-07:00

I am so happy to announce that our first kit "Awaken" is available for purchase! Our kits are designed to be put together using the Intentional Scrapbooking Method™. After constructing this kit using intention and powerful focus, your entire BEING will be buzzing with positive energy! We are currently in the process of developing and providing informational products and services to demonstrate how to successfully use these transformational techniques! So stay tuned!

Images of skulls seem to be everywhere we look these days. This kit overflows with skull images! Call forth your inner wisdom and deeper understanding of your purpose for living. Take a journey with our “Awaken” kit and the image of skull will open your eyes to the awareness of your consciousness.

This Kit Includes:
1 – Maya Road 4x4 Chipboard Book
1 – Creating Intentions Clear Quartz Skull Crystal
1 – Vanilla sheet of Affirmations, Stamped Words, Skull Image
1 – Rusty Pickle Pirate Princess Rub-Ons
1 – Bazzill White
1 – Bazzill Purple Passion
1 – Hambly Grandma’s Wallpaper Gold
1 –Maya Road Circle Coaster
1 – Bazzill Purple Paper Flower
1 – Heidi Swapp White Paper Flower
1 – Bazzill Black Paper Flower
2 – Maya Road Metal Flowers
1 – 7Gypsies Key
1 – 6 inch piece of Gold Punchinella
1 yard Maya Road Light Purple Velvet Ribbon
1 yard Small Black RicRac½ yard Gold and White Cord
An Assortment of Beads, Brads, and Buttons

$44.99

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE!

New Products On the Way!

2008-07-09T17:12:00.000-07:00

Creating Intentions is happy to announce our first milestone, the release of our new Intentional Scrapbooking Kits! Our first kit called "AWAKEN" will be available for purchase July 15!

This kit is designed to help you awaken to the awareness of your consciousness. As you put together this kit with the Intentional Scrapbooking Method, you will unleash hidden wisdom and understanding from the depths of your soul. Over the next couple of days I will post information as to how our kits are designed to help you achieve sustainable joy and positive outcomes in your daily lives.

Forever In Her Heart

2008-06-23T11:20:00.000-07:00

On the last day of school, Tara's playschool teacher, Kristi, gave all the kids a red glass heart and told them that it was to remind them that they were forever in her heart. Her gentle way of teaching and being with her playschool kids has left its imprints on their little hearts and souls as well.

As I finished this LO, Tara immediately asked me if I could take a picture of it. When we went outside to take the picture, I realized that she wanted me to take a picture of her next to it. You can see happiness and love radiating from her as she admires the LO. Just another reason why I am so thankful for the art of scrapbooking. Even though Kristi's love is forever imprinted onto her soul, the memory of Kristi and Tara is forever preserved into a scrapbooking LO.

I Am Loved

2008-06-21T10:29:00.000-07:00

When I first looked at this picture after it was taken, I saw from a different perspective how much my daughters love me. Although I already feel and know their love me, it was nice to have a picture that captured the essence of it.

Sometimes when creating intentions, it is important to recognize and acknowledge situations that are being experienced in the present moment. My intention for this scrapbook LO is to anchor the feeling of being well loved on a deeper and stronger level. By acknowledging the present experience and using my intention to sustain the feeling of being loved, I am creating the potential for many future outcomes of similar experiences. Feeling loved is something money cannot buy. It is my desire to always attract and create moments like this throughout my life. I am so happy that I can use scrapbooking as a tool to cultivate feelings and certain states of mind.

Moving Forward

2008-06-12T16:00:00.000-07:00

Wow! It has been a month since I last posted. Time sure does fly by especially when you have three kids under the age of 5!

We sure have been busy. We are moving forward here at Creating Intentions! We are about to release a few of our newly designed intentional scrapbooking kits that will be made available at http://www.creatingintentions.com/. We will also release special kits each month that will only be available for that month. In the mean time, the following crystal products are a sneak peak into the product lines that we are developing and will be made available through Creating Intentions.

Awaken to Your Consciousness!

2008-05-08T12:55:00.001-07:00

I saw this piece of paper by Sassafrass Lass and all I could think of was AWAKEN! Since this is my ultimate desire, to awaken to the unlimited possiblities of my consciousness in each and every moment, I had to create this layout on a piece of canvas. Where do you think I placed it?........By my bed of course!

My intention for this creation is that each and every morning this piece of art will serve to remind me of my ultimate desire. What better way then to anchor this affirmation into a beautiful piece of art that will serve as a focal point and reminder of that which you desire in life. Upon waking in the morning, I will reinforce to my subconscious mind that what I wish to achieve. Not only am I imprinting this affirmation into the creative energy that flows through all living things, but I am starting my day off in a positive way!

When you start your day off with positive thoughts and intentions, you can be sure that you will attract experiences of a like nature. This LO makes me so happy! It was fast and easy to make. this project will be featured in my new book, and will be expanded on in more detail. I would love to hear about any intentions that you are currently creating for yourself. You can contact me via email, liz@creatingintentions.com. You can sign up to receive more information about what I am doing by signing up on my website. It should be up and fully running by the end of the week!

Expect it with Confidence!

2008-05-06T09:50:00.000-07:00

Expectancy is the final step that needs to be implemented when consciously creating intentions.

Confident expectation produces outcome! Everything we have or experience in life, situations, relationships, material items, are a part of our life’s experience by way of our expectation. Positive results in receiving the fulfillment of your intended thoughts depend on the belief that positive expectancy will result in the realization of fulfilled dreams.

If you expect it, your expectations will show up as a realized fact. Allow all your hard work to flow to you easily and effortlessly. Be open to receiving it. Feel the gratitude in your heart in this moment, for that which you have created in your imagination already exists on a mental level. The physical experiences are being drawn to you to in this moment. You will soon realize your fulfilled desire as a physical experience. Trust and have faith that your positive thoughts and the wisdom of your subconscious are guiding you towards unlimited possibilities and potentials.

Worry, doubt, or fear, only undo and weaken the focus of your intended thought. Do not entertain contrasting thoughts of that which you have intended for yourself.

I hope you enjoyed viewing the three sections of the dream book. I used a variety of scrapbooking supplies to put it together. Each section has hidden pockets in which I can tuck my written intentions. This book acts as a physical anchor for all the positive intentions that I create for myself on a mental level. This book will be featured as a project in my new book. You will be able to learn more about the details of this creation in the Project Idea Gallery section. Stay tuned to find out when and where my book will become available!

Fire Up Your Imagination!

2008-05-02T14:50:00.000-07:00

Imagination is more important than knowledge. - Albert Einstein

The second step in moving towards living and experiencing the dreams that you intend to hold is to engage your imagination. All ideas, inventions, services, and material goods were all created by a mere thought in someones mind. Everyone has the inner ability to bring their thoughts into full realization to be experienced on a physical level. The first step, which was revealed yesterday, is to identify that which you desire to achieve in life. It may be an idea, a goal, or specific physical experience. You can begin to move towards it by clearly and consciously stating your intention.

The next step is to visualize,using mental images, the fulfilled end result of that which you intended to accomplish. Use your imagination to engage all of your senses and feel yourself living out the fulfilled goal. As you consciously hold these mental images, your subconscious mind will follow the directions that your conscious mind is focused on, and will do everything in its power to attract to you the experiences of your intended desire. All you have to do is maintain the positive focus on the end result. Trust, know, believe and have faith in your ability to effectively focus on creating the fulfilled outcome by maintaining positive thoughts. The creative energy that flows through your subconscious will subtly guide you by attracting to you all the events, conditions and experiences that will make your desire a realized fact.

The overall synergy of this process will be explained in detail in my new book. Currently you can sign up to receive information on my website, http://www.creatingintentions.com/ about when and where it will be available. Keep in mind that my website will be up and running shortly. Thanks for your patience and thanks for checking back to learn more about my thoughts!

What Do You Desire?

2008-05-01T17:24:00.000-07:00

The first step in creating the life of your dreams is to clearly state what it is that you desire in life. You may have a plan, goal, or idea that you want to achieve and move towards. You may have certain attitudes or recurring emotional states that you would like to seek change in or heal. Whatever is happening at this moment in your life experience, you definitely have a dream that you hold for yourself or someone you love. The first step in moving towards fulfilling that goal is to hold the conscious awareness in your mind of that which you seek.

State it clearly and out loud.

I wish.....

I want.....

I desire....

Know that you are meant to receive all that you desire in life. Think about your dream in detail. Let it unfold in your mind. Focus on the positive outcome of your dream being fulfilled.

Check back tomorrow to learn about the second step in turning your thoughts into a realized outcome.

Book of Dreams

2008-04-30T14:43:00.000-07:00

I created this "Book of Dreams" to inspire me to create intentions for all the goals and dreams that I hold in life. Inside are three different sections that serve as reminders of the different steps or mental processes that assist in generating and sustaining positive thought processes. Our experiences in the outside world are but reflections of our inner states of mind.

Over the next three days I will post pictures of the different sections that I created in this book. I will also provide a little bit of personal insight of the positive mental attitudes needed to experience the realization of your goals and dreams. The concepts that are portrayed on the pages within this book will be explained in depth in my new book, Creating Intentions. Currently, my website is still a work in progress. It is my intention to have it up and running by the end of May. For now, you can sign up to receive more information about the concepts and techniques of Creating Intentions, and you will be notified when and where you can find my book once it is available to the public.

Queen of Scream

2008-04-24T17:08:00.000-07:00

This little girl loves to scream when she is having a great time. I always want to remember the sound of it. I can actually hear her screaming with joy as I look at this picture. I am so thankful that I was able to captured it.

This is a LO I submitted for this weeks Monday Challenge at Scrap for a Cure. The challenge was to make your own embellishments that did not come straight from a package. I made the acrylic accents with stamps, wax and Diamond Glaze, then I stained them with alcohol inks. Fun!

Time for Everything

2008-04-19T11:21:00.000-07:00

Currently, I have so many interests and ideas that I want to work on or need to complete during the course of the day, that time seems to elude me. In my thoughts about lack of time and the pressing urge to get things done, I have been feeling a little frustrated. I have become aware of the fact that I tend to look at the clock often to see what time it is and then I calculate how much time I have left in the day to accomplish all my goals. This has ultimately led to a unfolding negative thought process that is creating the experience of not getting all the things done in the day that need to be completed.

There is so much information in thoughts of lack. By becoming consciously aware of my frustration with time, I can choose in the moment of NOW to change the way I view time or I can continue to feed the contrasting view of lack and feeling frustrated. As I became aware of my thoughts of lack and feelings of frustration, I knew there was a hidden desire that needed to be born.

My new found desire has now given way to a positive way of thinking about time. What better way than to scrapbook a clock with a positive affirmation on it, so that every time I look at it, it will serve as an anchor and reminder as to all that I am trying to create in my life. It will also relax me and reassure me that time is not really a factor in just BEING and experiencing the joys of living.

My affirmation to help me remember what it is that I am intending to create and positively focus on is that, “There is time for EVERYTHING.” Each and every time that I look at my new clock, I will shift my former way of thinking to focus on my new positive thought forms. Each and every time I look at this clock, I will say the affirmation, which reinforces and gives direction to my subconscious mind. Then I will hold mental images of myself happily and successfully accomplishing all that I need to throughout my day.

To take my new found desire further, I am intending to create a mini book that also states that, “there is time for everything”, in which I will refine with clarity, all that it is that I want to make time for. It would be such a joy to see if you have any ideas or input as to how to positively view time and how you accomplish all that you desire during the day. I implore you to send me an email or pictures of a project that you are working on regarding this topic.

This clock project and following mini book will be expanded on in more detail in my new book, Creating Intentions, in which you can be notified upon its release by signing up on my website, http://www.creatingintentions.com/.

Sitting with Nature

2008-04-18T11:02:00.000-07:00

I was inspired by Shakespeare’s quote, “One touch of nature makes the whole world kin,” to create this layout of my daughter sitting with nature.

I was amazed at her immediate connection to nature. All she wanted to do was sit on this rock, and in her words, “listen to the peace and quiet”. She was so still and quiet. She did not want to leave. She was “being” present with the moment. It was wonderful to watch her and see how intuitively she picked up on nature’s presence.

I created this layout with the intention for her to always remain aware of her connection to nature’s presence and to always take the time to seek out moments such as this.

On the walk back to the car we picked up some foliage from the forest floor. I included some of the “findings” as embellishments on the layout. I wanted to anchor the connection that she experienced on a mental level with some tangible physical items from that particular spot and moment.

One Touch of Nature Makes the Whole World Kin. - William Shakespeare

2008-04-16T18:55:00.000-07:00

Most of the greatest writers, poets, artists, and philosophers of our time have written or expressed in some form their awareness of an intelligent, living presence that flows through all livings things. This presence, which I refer to as creative energy, is what animates us as humans, and it is that which guides, heals, and inspires us to grow and expand in life.

Being in the beauty of nature is one of the easiest ways to sense this living presence of creative energy. If you take time to sit quietly in nature, you will inevitably revel in its wonder. It is likely that you, too, may be able to sense a living presence in everything around you. This living presence is the same creative energy that flows through you and every other living person, animal, plant, and mineral. By becoming aware of the presence of creative energy within all living things, we can start to connect with it and begin to understand it.

Creative energy can be accessed and harnessed by way of the subconscious mind by anyone who is aware of their ability to do so. It is not more or less in any one individual by way of religion, creed, status, or race. It is the SAME throughout us all and is what connects us to each other on a non-physical level. What separates us and what makes us different from one another is the level of our conscious awareness of the presence of creative energy within ourselves. Our way of thinking and the beliefs we hold is what shapes the world around us, and it is how we choose to express ourselves on a physical level that keeps us individually separate from one another.

Every one person is at their own level of awareness. To be conscious of your way of thinking and your awareness of a presence of creative energy is to awaken to discovering your inner potential as a human being. We are meant to live fulfilled lives with all that we can imagine for ourselves.

Let nature be your teacher for the day. Go for a walk or sit in your garden or a nearby park. As you experience the beauty of nature, allow your conscious thoughts to ponder the intelligence that created everthing around you. Sense the aliveness that nature exudes, even if you have to imagine it!

To Live With Awareness

2008-04-15T13:49:00.000-07:00

To live with awareness is to be conscious of the fact that we are more than just a physical body. It is to be conscious of the fact that we also have a mental body that is equipped with thought processes.

As we go through our day to day experiences, our conscious mind perceives the reality of our physical existence through our five senses. The way we perceive and shape the world around us starts with our thoughts and feelings.

To become consciously aware of the nature of our thoughts is the first step in expanding our lives with intended thought. As you become aware of each thought that enters your consciousness, you can choose and decide in the moment that the thought arises, whether or not it is in alignment with that which you are intending to create in your life. If it is not, you can decide to shift the thought to one that is of a more positive focus towards the outcome or life experience that you are trying to create for yourself.

Your conscious thinking is what gives direction to the creative energy of the subconscious mind. Your subconscious mind always responds to the nature of your thoughts by guiding you towards experiences that the conscious mind is directing it to. As you learn more about how the two realms of the mind work together, you can harness the powers of your subconscious mind and the creative energy within, to create life experiences of your deepest desires.

In my book, Creating Intentions, I will give a detailed explanation of how the two spheres of the mind operate. In understanding the deep inner workings of the mind, you will discover how to utilize the power of the creative energy within your subconscious mind through conscious thought processes and the art of scrapbooking.

You can do this right NOW! Begin by consciously observing your thoughts, watch them, and listen to them. I will continue to post little tidbits of information and scrapbooking projects to help guide, uplift and inspire you throughout the process.

I would love to receive information on intentions that you are trying to create for yourself! You can visit my website, http://www.creatingintentions.com/ to sign up to receive more information on when my book will be released.

Canvas "LOVE" Project

2008-04-09T15:49:00.000-07:00

I created this project on a piece of canvas with the intention to hang in my girl’s playroom as a piece of art and to serve as a visual reminder to them of the unconditional love that I consistently feel and wish to express. The affirmation states, “may you always FEEL surrounded by LOVE”. I then defined my intention more specifically and clearly by hanging little tags off the large flower that state, “unconditional love, self love, and mommy love”.

I consciously chose the color scheme of pink and green to support the emotion of love that I intend to convey. I also chose to use rose quartz crystal to embellish the overall design. The rose quartz pieces serve as physical anchors that hold and focus my intention over an extended period of time.

If you are interested in learning about how crystals serve as a tool to hold, store, record, magnify and amplify thought intentions, you can read more about it in my new book, Creating Intentions. You can visit my website, http://www.creatingintentions.com/ to sign up to become notified when my book becomes available.

Laugh - together as much as possible.....

2008-04-08T17:00:00.000-07:00

I created this layout based on the desire for my two oldest daughters to have as many experiences as possible in their lives together that are filled with laughter and good times. My desire was born from the conscious awareness that up until recently there had been a considerable amount of friction between them. My conscious intention, which can also be viewed as a prayer, is to communicate to the creative energy that flows through each of them and myself of the image that I am choosing to uphold and positively focus on. As I focus on this image, I am imagining the end result of the desired outcome occurring in the NOW of this moment and as they continue on through their lives.

When I snapped this picture of them, I happened to be walking through the kitchen and caught them in the act of total and complete silliness. They were sitting on the kitchen table happily shooting the breeze and just cracking up. As always, I had my camera on me, so I quickly snapped a picture to capture the moment on film. This has become one of my all time favorite pictures of them.

Most of the scrapbooking supplies that I used in this layout had just arrived in a monthly kit that I currently subscribe to from Scrap for a Cure. I am always excited to use new products and my new kit contained the perfect embellishments and papers in colors that supported the mood and emotions that I was intending to create and convey. I also picked up the title “Laugh” from their monthly guest designer. This project will be featured in my new book where you will have the opportunity to read and discover more about the effects of color and how it affects humans on a subconscious level.

Currently, I have this completed layout hanging up on my wall in plain view. The overall layout has become a reminder and a focal point for me as I continue to reinforce to the creative energy of my subconscious, what it is that I intend to create as a desired outcome.

You can find out more about the techniques I used in the creation of this project in my new book called Creating Intentions. Learn how to expand your life experiences through conscious thought intention and the art of scrapbooking. You can go to my website at http://www.creatingintentions.com/ to register to be notified when my book will become available.

Why Scrapbooking as a Tool?

2008-04-07T15:04:00.000-07:00

Scrapbooking is more or less defined as the hobby of creating compilations in scrapbook albums, such as keepsakes, pictures, and periodical art to preserve memories. It is also used as an outlet to express emotions that memories convey.

As I started to play with the idea that scrapbooking could be utilized as a tool to intend our directed thoughts and emotions towards creating and manifesting the fulfillment of lifelong goals and dreams, I found that I was indeed recreating the reality of my daily experiences through the production of my art work.

Scrapbooking was acting as a catalyst for anchoring my thoughts from the internal mental realms of my mind into this external physical world. It was helping me to focus on definite specific outcomes that I emotionally wanted to experience for myself. As I started experiencing the physical manifestations of my inner dreams and desires, I discovered this overwhelming sense of inspiration from within to share with others the knowledge that I had uncovered!

Creating Intentions Purpose

2008-04-07T14:31:00.000-07:00

The creative energy of our subconscious mind reveals to us everything we need to know in every moment. Creating Intentions purpose is to help you to understand and to trust the nature of that creative energy within you. It is our hope and dream to guide and support you as you learn to expand your life with intended thoughts, thereby consciously creating your life experiences and living out the fulfillment of your deepest desires.