Author: 8hummingbirdway

I'm Annie Breglia and I'm on a mission to help heal the planet one soul at a time. The ancient way. The way of the shaman.

CHANNELED MESSAGE – Consider Generosity

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LEI LEI SPEAKS

This message is about generosity. Lei Lei suggests that we all take a look at our willingness to be generous and at our comfort in accepting generosity. Generosity will come into play to a greater extent in our future if we are aiming for ascendance in alignment with Mother Earth.

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The Nature of Reality – Part Two

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Last month I posted some recent thoughts and understandings about the nature of 3rd dimensional reality. Since then, I have been studying the topic.

I am still exploring and experimenting, as guided by the materials shared by Viola Rose, who taught the workshop Awakening the Illuminated Heart, that I attended remotely in January.

What I have to say at this time has shifted and expanded since my prior post.

I made this statement last month: “Regarding external guidance, I have come to wonder whether it truly exists.”

At this point, I would say that a definition of external is required. It seems to be agreed on by several scientific sources that one’s higher self creates – or projects – one’s reality.

The higher self refers specifically to one’s 4th dimensional self or aspect, who is sometimes referred to as “the Infinite I.”

There is much to say about this being. It is my understanding that it has both male and female aspects, that it is 90% light and 10% physical, whereas we are 10% light and 90% physical. It is also taller than we are.

We all have a higher self.

I met the male aspect of my higher self during the workshop. I don’t know why it showed up in the male aspect. I simply called for my higher self, and he showed up.

I met him in the tiny space of my heart, a place where one can connect with God and others.

My higher self was kind and helpful. He offered guidance that was helpful to me. I came to trust him at that time, and I still do. He is pure benevolence.

It is my understanding that the higher self of each human is benevolent and is both helpful to us and entertained by us.

So – this being, my higher self, projects a reality specifically for me, and I get to respond. That’s it.

My response is the variable that I control.

I learn over time to respond in a way that works for me – that brings me increasing harmony, joy, love, etc.

In this way I create my reality.

What this looks like: Things occur in my life.

Example 1:

I have an excellent chemistry teacher, and I get an A on my chemistry exam.

Response: I feel good. My dad is happy when he asks about it. I think about how fun chemistry is, and I decide to study chemistry in college.

Example 2:

My sister is generally a little grumpy in the morning. She takes some time to come around to the day.

Response 1: I adjust. I learn not to bring up complex topics or anything that requires a decision for an hour or so if possible.

Response 2: I am annoyed. I criticize her grumpiness, test it, showing my “superiority” …or my lack of compassion.

Response 3: I use it against her. I talk about this trait in a negative way to my brother, attempting to create distance between them and to increase the camaraderie with my brother.

It is OUR RESPONSE to the happenings in our lives that create our experience.

The things that happen in our lives are placed on our path by our higher self so that we become the best version of ourselves – the person we want to be.

I can see several instances of this at work in my life.

Challenges with others in my life (children, neighbors) have shown up, and over time I have learned to navigate them with grace and kindness and acceptance. The challenges ease or disappear!

Work challenges showed up, such as disrespect and unfairness by superiors. Over time I learned to suck it up, do my best, and practice acceptance. I became known as a valuable employee and landed in more supportive environments – or my boss actually changes toward me.

These may not be the best examples or clearly described …but I have found over and over that if I take things in stride and elevate my response …life becomes significantly more rewarding.

Sustaining gratitude, harmony, and inner balance …and navigating around situations rather than rebelling, criticizing or even internally judging others …changes everything.

I have been working on my responses for a while – long before I understood this aspect of reality.

Now that I understand, I am much more at ease, and even grateful for the challenging opportunities to grow toward being my best self.

Assignment if you choose to explore:

Watch “The Truman Show” with Jim Carrey. Then practice experiencing what occurs in your life as intentionally placed there.

I hope to have another assignment soon, in case this engages you.

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CHANNELED MESSAGE – Seeking Enlightenment

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LEI LEI SPEAKS

This message is about moving into a version of enlightenment.

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Challenges and Blessings of Aging

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When I was a kid, I perceived my parents and anyone beyond 30 as “old.” Of course, I recognized that my grandparents were older than my parents, but …OLD pretty much summed it up for me.

Now I’m 70. My definition of old has changed with each decade.

Now I’m actually debating whether I want to live to 90 years old …or go for 100! (I know I don’t actually get to decide, but projecting in this way somehow pleases me.)

My son has asked that I go to the doctor for a cognitive test annually. This is understandable, since I do weird things such as meditate, shamanic journeys, and posting channeled videos. It can’t hurt (as long as I retain the ability to make decisions regarding my health), so I comply with his request.

I am learning to watch my step in a detailed way: How steep is it? Icy? What shoes am I wearing? No eating when I drive …in case my throat does that choking thing. (Chew thoroughly, never talking when food in mouth, don’t even breathe – depending on what is in your mouth.) Make sure my husband knows when I’ll be home and is aware of any safety concerns.

I am learning to pay more attention to what I eat and how my body responds to various foods.

I have learned to live with some pain, and to discern which pain is concerning.

I seek patterns of eating or exercise that might be helpful to the pain, my digestion, or my overall well-being.

I have more compassion for those who live on medications. So far, I am unencumbered in this way.

I never would have imagined that sex would be part of old people’s lives. (GROSS!)

My husband and I can each be annoying and we both need space from each other, but we recognize how fortunate we are to have each other at this point, to have real and vibrant affection for each other, trust each other, and to hold very few secrets.

The secrets we have are not the type that would devastate the other, but those that might indicate decline – a fall …forgetfulness …weakness …fear.

Usually we eventually share these things, especially as something even more challenging to discuss comes along.

We always make space in our heart and minds for what the other has to confide, even if our first response is not ideal.

We have 5 children between us, and we prioritize ALL of them. And grandchildren, of course.

We love being home, together. (This was not always true.)

We enjoy cards and board games and puzzles. We experiment in the kitchen.

We share with each other what we are reading/learning about.

We accept the preferences of the other regarding what to watch on TV, which neighbors they like, what the other thinks about world events, what they want to eat, do …sleeping patterns, etc.

We used to bike and hike together, now one of us bikes and the other walks. I suppose we are more independent …along with being more dependent.

This business of acceptance and independence has been a gradual shift.

I want to restate how lucky we both feel that we have each other – a caring person to trust and to share chores with, a companion, an ally, a partner, a beloved other. This is the main thing.

There is a LOT less time with children – especially when grandkids come along.

I understand that many people enjoy a solitary independence. I’m sure there are benefits to totally directing one’s own life. I consider that sometimes, when my husband annoys me.

We both focus on kindness.

I am a lucky one in my choice. I am not sure it’s wisdom. Fate, perhaps.

I wouldn’t trade him in for the world.

I envision well-being and the company of my husband for a long time to come.

I do believe that the absence of fear is a powerful thing, helping me to create my best reality.

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CHANNELED MESSAGE – Work your personal magic and unfolding

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LEI LEI SPEAKS

This message is about how to mitigate reactivity that resides within you …and reactivity poised to express outwardly.

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Project Frequencies rather than allowing Emotions to Lead

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For about a month I have been choosing the frequencies I want to emit each morning. Some of this is based on my emotions, in a correctional way. Some is based on what is in store for me that day.

For example, if I feel unsettled about a dream that highlighted characteristics within me that need adjustment, I choose frequencies that assist me in moving forward in a better way. Perhaps these would include confidence, calm, gratitude, presence, and well-being

If I am dealing with exhaustion, I might choose frequencies such as rejuvenation, ease, self-care, and restfulness. OR, if I have things that must be accomplished that same day, I am more likely to choose frequencies that include organized, industrious, clarity, and focus.

I heard a video by Alan Watts last month: “Stop managing feelings and start broadcasting frequencies.” The video is no longer available, unfortunately, but it made total sense to me, so I’m offering it as a possibility.

He spoke about becoming aware of the impact of emotions and changing them to a “higher frequency” with intention. First he spoke about addressing one emotion – for example intending the frequency of acceptance rather than a reactive or judgmental feeling you might be experiencing. He suggested one could become more aware of one’s emotions, name them, notice the frequency, and then choose an intended frequency.

Toward the end of the message, he spoke of choosing multiple frequencies, and I jumped right into that. It made sense to me. And I have to say it feels really good.

I’m making conscious choices about how to conduct myself. And it works! I feel more powerful …and more effective.

I generally choose 4-6 frequencies each day, and I generally include “joyful” and/or “delight.” I include them in a box I draw on my daily list, which I review during each day, especially early on.

I’ve been hearing the word “frequency” quite a bit these days. It has become comfortable to use the word, and it makes sense to me.

In a related concept, I’ve heard more than once that we – and our physical reality – are actually made up of musical notes. Something like that.

I like this way of perceiving reality and ourselves.

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CHANNELED MESSAGE – Observe change within yourself and within loving others

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LEI LEI SPEAKS

In this message Lei Lei suggests that we pay attention to changes within ourselves and within other caring humans. These unfolding changes are assisting us to move into a more expansive version of being human.

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Why we are only planting sweet potatoes

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I received this email from my friend and ally Bienvenu Kamwendo 2 days ago. In Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo they have suffered great hardship in the past year. Soldiers have taken over this area on behalf of the “International Mafia” seeking to mine valuable high-tech minerals there, and there has been significant loss of life and freedom, including the loss of a woman’s husband there, a woman Therese, who I met and worked with during my brief time in Congo.

Bienve’s work with Remember Youth for Change has been impacted greatly. Click here to read about this man who I visited in February 2024 and his work with refugees, child soldiers, and disenfranchised youth in Goma.

Dear Friend and Partner, 

At Remember Youth for Change (R.Y.C.) , we aren’t waiting for the perfect moment to start—we are working with what we have. 

Right now, our youth are in the fields of Mudja planting *sweet potatoes*. We chose this “survival crop” because, as *renters*, we cannot risk planting long-term, high-yield seeds on land we don’t own. We are farming for today, but we are dreaming of tomorrow.

*We are participating in the GlobalGiving “Little by Little” Campaign, and we have two small requests for you:

1.  Give $5: In Goma, $10 is a brick in our foundation. It helps us move toward our *$35,000 goal* to buy this land permanently and stop paying $3,800 in annual rent.

2.  *Share the Link:*This is just as important as a donation. Please forward this email or share our link with *3 friends*. A personal recommendation from you carries more weight than any advertisement.

Act now on our GlobalGiving Page:

https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/farming-for-community-affected-by-war-in-d-r-c/

By giving $10 and sharing our story, you are helping us transition from “displaced tenants” to sovereign landowners. Let’s reach this goal, little by little, together.

With gratitude,

Bienvenu Kamwendo 

Founder, Remember Youth for Change (R.Y.C.)

Goma, Eastern DRC

Watssap : +243852753375

Website: https://www.rememberyouth.org/

US dollars go a great deal farther in Democratic Republic of Congo.

Read my Africa posts from early 2024 or click the link at the top of this page to learn more about Bienve and his sacred work of generosity.

Share this post with compassionate and generous others.

Thank you – Annie

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CHANNELED MESSAGE – Move into Freedom

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LEI LEI SPEAKS

UPDATE –>This message is about stepping into freedom of expression and action by facilitating a connection to your soul as well as a connection to your heart.

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Informative Emotions

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A couple of weeks ago, I was told that a family member in his early 20s was going to propose marriage to the woman in his life.

My response was not positive. Nor were the messenger’s feelings about this matter.

He did his best to dissuade the person of his intent …and thought he had succeeded.

A few minutes ago, I received a photo of a proposal and acceptance.

Chills ran through my body and I became teary.

At this moment, I have no doubt that this is a positive choice.

Am I simply succumbing to the romance of the moment? No – not my pattern.

At this moment, I simply trust my emotional response.

I am fully supportive.

I have sent congratulations.

And of course, I have no power in this. I simply get to respond to a choice already made.

This is a very different situation than considering what might be.

What other way is there to be?

Any opinion I might have had no longer has a place within me.

Should I harbor doubts about their future? Absolutely not. How would that be helpful?

They have chosen to commit to a path they are actually already walking.

I get to be supportive and joyful on their behalf.

And I truly FEEL that way.

In this moment, I am grateful to my emotional response for clarity and guidance.

Selfish thought: Perhaps babies will come!

This thought followed right on the heels of my happiness on behalf of the happy couple.

I miss babies, but at least it wasn’t my first thought.

It took a good 2 or 3 minutes to arise within me.

I won’t be voicing this to the couple.

I will however rejoice …if and when I hear it from them.

Life continues on its way …with my support and gratitude.

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