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Holidays are a Spiritual Practice

The true essence of holidays is to connect us with our hearts and our spirituality. Though disguised as religious celebrations, the holidays are really a time to celebrate our humanity. The holidays provide the space to come together and love each other. For some this may be really easy, for others it can be challenging–nonetheless a gift if we choose to see it as so. Here are two healing ways to connect more deeply with your spirituality during the holidays. 

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The First Step to Enlightenment: Action

Action is showing up to life. Action moves us into the flow of life, bringing us to serendipitous moments. Those chance moments. The synchronic moments. Actions is the thread connecting us to all that is. With action we are guided to the next part of the Journey. Action we are propelled in the direction of our dreams. And more...

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The Purpose of Living in Community

“Why would anyone want to live in community?” some of you may be thinking. “Seems kind of hippy dippy.” others may be thinking. Do I think community is beneficial for everyone? Yes. Do I think it’s challenging? Yes. Most importantly living in community is a spiritual gym. How compassionate can we be when someone eats our last banana? Community is the perfect barometer to measure where we are on the spiritual journey. It provides us with the perfect container to continue to grow and evolve into our brightest selves. 

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Enlightenment is...

What is enlightenment? How do you define it? How do we get there? Buddha and Jesus come to mind when I think of enlightenment. To me, they represent the embodiment of love. To me, enlightenment is loving unconditionally no matter what is happening. Enlightenment is seeing the perfection, beauty and love in all beings and things. Enlightenment doesn't happen in an instant. It's a gradual process of awakening... What is enlightenment to you?

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7 Reasons to Connect With Your Ancestors

Though wisdom is not measured in Earth years, great insight is received when we connect with our ancestors. During ancient times, as well as in indigenous communities and some families today, elders are a vital part of society. We can learn much from the many years they have lived. Here are 7 reasons why you want to connect with your ancestors. 

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A Secret to a Magnificent Life

We laughed and laughed. “That was the best line ever!” I said through tears as we attempted to hold the yoga stretch despite deep belly laughs. I was in a session with a client of three years. Our sessions are always filled with peace and laughs. In this session, Yoga being a simple medium for soul therapy. “Don’t worry. I’m just confused.” John had said, chuckling as he struggled through the transition into a new yoga pose. 

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Life is a Celebration: 7 Ways to Celebrate

This life happens once and in the blink of an eye it’s over. Every now and then a gentle nudge appears reminding us to live–to live out loud and to live life now. Carpe diem. Indeed we must seize the day. I invite you to celebrate life in every moment possible. When we celebrate the happenings of life we bring awareness and focus to these wonderful feelings and attract even more of this goodness into our lives. In this post I share my 7 favorite ways to celebrate life. 

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We are Forever Becoming

Life is a journey. We are forever becoming. There is no destination. We have arrived. We work towards the dream, feeling incomplete because we have not achieved it yet. How many of our dreams have already come true? With every experience, every moment, every breath, we are evolving. The realization that we are forever becoming and that there is no destination, gave me permission to live out loud and really live in the moment. I opened my heart to rise in love with all of life...

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Why the name Nikki Starr?

Names are very important. They represent the energetic field of whatever is being named. Thus embodying the name that represents one's entire being is best, so that the universe know exactly who is being referring to. Nikki was only referring to a part of who I am, and thus I was only receiving a portion of all that was available to me.  “So what’s with the name change?” some of you may have thought and many of you have asked. Read why...

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The Greatest Love

I am a Love Ambassador. Not because I am the perfect example of love in every moment. Rather, because I am committed to a life filled with love. I am human. I make mistakes. I am willing to work through the challenges and rise in love. I am willing to take responsibility and see how I can choose more love next time. It begins with compassion–the greatest love of all...

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Looking for More Intimacy? 8 Easy Ways

Intimacy does not mean sex, and sex does not mean intimacy. Intimacy is about authentic, heart to heart connection. There is no right or wrong way to be intimate. The other person can be of the same or opposite sex. It doesn’t only happen in relationships. And for those in relationships, intimacy doesn’t have to end with others because intimacy is not about sex. Check out 8 easy ways to cultivate more intimacy in your life. 

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Spring Cleaning for the Soul: It’s OK to Say Goodbye

Our life is a reflection of who we are. As we change so does everything about our existence–the places we go, the things we do, the way we think, the people we meet–all of it. If we resist, the process is tortuous. If we allow, it will be the most beautiful journey. When we say goodbye to what is no longer serving, we create space for something even greater to come in. The most amazing life is possible if we put ourselves out there, remain open to change and allow the flow of life to serenade us. What are you ready to say goodbye to?

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You’re Magic! 9 Ways to Remember Your Magic.

Remembering is a never ending process. There are so many layers of ourselves to be discovered and excavated from the depths of our souls. Awakening to our magic can happen in stages or suddenly. Wherever you are in this moment is perfect. But there is more–if you so choose to explore. You are special. You are unique–with a very specific gift and superpower to share with the world. It’s time to remember your magic. 

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Make a Greater Impact: 8 Reasons to Collaborate

Creation in this new age is all about collaboration. It’s about co-creation. The conscious evolution happening in humanity is shifting us from the once competitive “me” mentality to the now cooperative “we” state of thriving. We each have unique gifts to share with the world and when we join forces, the effects are even more powerful.

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Overcome the Struggle: The Essential 3

The struggle is a part of the journey. The greatest stories of all time involve a major struggle to overcome. Don't worry, you're not alone! We will all face struggle–it’s a natural part of life. We need to experience struggle in order to experience joy. Check out three essential elements in overcoming struggle.

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The Worst Start to the New Year, Part 2

...Continued from The Worst Start of the New Year Part 1

“I’m not shocked by a lot of things, but I’m shocked.” I said to Dr. Edie.

And so the first week of the new year I spent detoxing, cleansing and healing–not as planned, but nonetheless the greatest blessing and education I could have received. My understanding of healing has upgraded...

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The True Meaning of Christmas

As you may have already guessed, the true meaning of Christmas is far from the consumerist reality so prevalent in today’s society. Nor is it a religious celebration. Christmas is really about the celebration of Christ Consciousness, the embodiment of unconditional love and compassion. And it is accessible to everyone. 

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Will Human Suffering Ever End?

Human suffering is very prevalent and is happening for many reasons. People are beginning to feel something isn’t right. They know that life should not be full of pain and suffering. It has become a material, masculine driven world. Though it wasn’t always like this. There was a time when peace and harmony existed with oneself, each other and the Earth. There is a way to get back there. And it’s already happening. 

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This Gratitude Practice Changes Lives

This gratitude practice can change your life. It changed mine. And the lives of those I work with. And as I attract even more beautiful souls into my life, it turns out they are using it too! Is gratitude that powerful? Yes. So powerful that it can elevate life to a whole new level? Yes. Counting our blessings allows us to feel good and attract even more goodness into our lives. What better time to begin than today. Happy Thanksgiving!

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