I never want to forget the biggest thing I have learned in Japan.
It is essential as a sensitive writer, creator, and entrepreneur.
SPACE.
When I got to Japan July 2018, everyone I knew in my real life and online was asleep, while I was awake and active.
Gradually, I stopped reaching for my phone.
I wasn’t as interested in the content that used to flood my nervous system with constant updates. I stopped feeling pressured to respond to emails or post online because no one would see anything I wrote or created until night anyway. It was so liberating!!!
Maybe it is no surprise my life has changed in many ways since then.
-publishing my memoir Freedom Year and starting a 5 book fiction series, up leveling my writing career.
-investing in professional recording as a musician for the first time, for my song New Dawn now on Spotify and other places.
-beginning a beautiful, healthy relationship and getting engaged.
SPACE helped me hear all my own nonsense thoughts. By working through it I came to value myself and my talents more than I did before. I do not think as negatively as before about my potential or my trajectory.
I hear wisdom, my needs and wants. Now my time goes to my passions first. I finally stopped discounting my dreams even the ones that seem crazy to other people.
I got space. These lessons are important so they are now a part of the support I offer in the Psychic Mermaid Mastermind.
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I don’t know if you know this about me… But I can get very intense. Maybe you can relate to having two sides, like a mermaid is half human and half fish.
There are two sides to me, too.
-Ponderous me that cares a lot about doing a great job at everything and sorting it all out the right way. Phew, it is hard work.
-Easy-going me that is all, “no worries, it will work out. The universe has my back. It will all be fab. Let’s just relax and be happy and in flow.
“Lately, I have been feeling the intensity a bit and I have been dragging energy-wise.
I am trying this new thing, though, where I am really careful about pushing myself too hard.
But it is still new for me, and I am not all the way used to it. So I still feel kind of intense
Like maybe I am doing something wrong by just taking in all the good going on and not dwelling on worries.
Today I was talking to this amazing man named Ariefa.
I help him with his nonprofit as a volunteer because it is a dream of mine to effect people globally and he helps women and girls in Sierra Leone overcome a culture sexual exploitation.
We were talking about a future event to build support, and he started saying how it could all be fun.
Yes, it is serious stuff, keeping women safe so they don’t have to sell their body for water or basic needs.
But it can be fun.”It’s fun to make a difference, to do things to create change, to talk to our representatives,” he said.
This is something I remind myself when I am stressed.
It’s fun to decide where you are going to live when you don’t have a set destination.
It’s fun to run a business and discover what to do next.
It’s fun to sell stuff online and see who is interested.
It’s fun to write a book.
And my project the Psychic Mermaid Mastermind is fun and impactful.
It is designed to tap into a powerful spiritual energy and power to create from a place of feeling good.
Use your voice. Belong in a community. Dance with the energy. Surrender to your purpose. Create in a way that is an exciting, discover your book or business as it wants to flow.
I wrote the post below last June when I was on the verge of leaving Japan, with no idea what the future would bring.
“Sometimes when the moment is right, I decide things. I won’t know how, but I will decide something will be created, sometimes by a certain day. And when it magically happens, I smile.
It’s happened many times already.
Recently I saw this cute Pikachu in a second hand shop with a witch hat on it. It cost about $5. It’s perfect for me.
It is too big to put in a suitcase and I am supposed to return to America in July, but my boyfriend Andrew said I could keep it at his house in Japan until I return.
I’ve decided I will return and I don’t know how or when. But I will. So I bought the Pikachu. And I’m keeping the boy. We are going to figure it all out.
That’s what being creative is. Decide what you want to create. Make the decision. And then when it’s time, you will figure it out. You can’t always see the how right now, but keep your eyes ready, it just might show up.”
WHEW!
That is some hot wisdom right there.
And look what happened–I ended up wriggling my way back into Japan.
All that with no visa, in the middle of COVID, two days before restrictions made the country’s borders absolutely impenetrable.
I really lucked out.
So there you go–I didn’t know how I would get back into Japan when I decided I would return.
It sure was tricky, but I did it
!It’s one example of my big message to you.
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But in my most successful clients, I’ve seen them adopt this one major belief: I belong here.
The reason why this shift is so powerful is because the crazy-cool but unique people that I work with often feel really different.
Being different is actually your super power because it makes you stand out as anything you want to be: a creator, a writer, an entrepreneur, an artist, etc.
No one is like you, so you stand out. But sometimes standing out doesn’t feel so good.
Believe me, I get how scary that can be and I can empathize a LOT.
But when you decide that you belong here, and really own that, a lot of things in your life start changing.
What changes? Well, you show up and put yourself out there more. You hide less.
You do things for the right reasons because you don’t have to prove anything to feel like you will be accepted. You know there is a place for whatever you want to create.
You know you ARE an artist, a musician, a successful business owner, an author–whatever you want to be.
When someone disagrees or you don’t immediately get a lot of positive feedback on something you are working on, you stop taking it so hard.
You can navigate feedback more easily and know when to take advice or when to stand your ground.
You get more done as a result and get farther along because you don’t stop and start as much.
You have more clarity. You hear your intuition stronger. And you’re more successful as a result! You also end up attracting more people who really GET you.
And that belief that you belong? You continually notice more evidence of that.
This whole experience is why I love creating groups to help people feel supported, accepted, and all the benefits of feeling confident you belong *even faster*.
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make faster progress writing and creating for their book or business,
get their message out there to the world in an authentic way
be more psychic, more in tune with the way you feel when you are in the water (even when you are outside of it)
reach the people who GET you, who need your message, and who will want to invest in more from them after reading.
The mastermind is a place to share their intuitive abilities and skills with each other, and uplevel their lives, business, and creative projects (books)–like a magical dolphin pod! Together we are stronger!
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This is the story about me getting into Japan to reunite with my fiance!
(Which I never actually told.)
Parts of it involve me taking some pretty big risks so it’s been a little bit secret…
Recap: I taught abroad in Japan 2019-2020.
That’s when I started dating Andrew.
When I was due to leave Japan March 2020, everything was shutting down in the USA and abroad.
I chose to stay with Andrew versus go home, but my visa ran out in July, so I felt I had to go.
Then after being back in the states for only six months, I ended up feeling called to go back to Japan.
Now I’ve been listening to my intuition and following it for a long time, even it leads me to do something nuts.
But this was a new level of wild.
I had my walls painted.
I didn’t have a visa.
I liked my roomies.
it was a pandemic.
I had furniture.
I was comfy.
But life had other plans.
I hadn’t seen my fiance in six months–we got engaged over zoom–and it was killing me.
It was a 13-14 hour time difference…
Yeah, it really sucked but Japan’s borders were 100% closed. Neither of us could travel to the other.
Anyway, in November some of Japan’s policies changed.
It looked like an opportunity opened up to end the long distance.
I didn’t have a visa, but if I did 2 weeks of quarantine in Korea and then went to Japan, it appeared to be a loophole.
There was no knowing when we’d see each other if I didn’t go ASAP before travel rules shifted–as they keep doing with COVID.
It was a huge risk, because what if they didn’t let me in the country?
My intuition felt like life burning in my belly.
I had to try but it wasn’t easy.
The first step was putting in my notice on my apartment.
That caused some drama because my roommates hadn’t understood me saying that I’d be moving out.
Whoops, had to clean that up.
Then I was told I would still have to pay 3-6 months of rent if they didn’t find a replacement renter for the empty apartment.
Weeks went by. They didn’t find one.
Still, I felt I must go on. If the worst happened, we’d figure it out.
I boxed everything up or gave it away (again).
Prepped my car for sale.
Said my goodbyes.
On the eve of leaving, my fiance called me panicked.
He’d called around to some immigration officials in Japan and they were negative about my chances of entry.
“No exceptions,” they said, although we’d had multiple officials tell me the opposite.
“So what do you want to do?” my fiance asked me.
He was stressed.
The week before this, I’d made a podcast on the topic of Travel Magic.
It was a story from when I was 22 and had the urge to jump on a plane after officials told me not to.
(Spoiler: that time it worked out for me.)
The fact that I had felt called to record that story felt like a sign to take a leap.
Also, I’d already moved almost everything and found a potential renter, even though it wasn’t 100% solid yet.
So I was like–“I’m done here. I’m going.”
It was my shot and I was taking it.
Two weeks later, I finished my quarantine in Korea.
I showed up at the airport ready to go to Japan and they almost didn’t let me on the plane since I had no visa.
But then they got word they could let me on anyway–and they’d decide my fate in Japan.
When I arrived in Japan, I was nervous but my intuition whispered that it would all be okay.
I began to wait in the airport for what would be 5 hours.
After some conversations with people who were totally confused by my presence, I just sat there, with it all out of my control.
My fiance sat waiting in one part of the airport, I sat in another.
They interviewed him in Japanese to see if I should be allowed to stay.
At times, I was anxious.
No one wants to be wrong–if I didn’t get into the country I’d look pretty stupid.
But mostly I just wanted to see my fiance again.
It was comforting we could text and call each other as we waited–as much as I could while trying to conserve my phone battery.
At least we were in the same timezone. I felt close to him that way.
He didn’t tell me how negative his interviewer seemed to be about my prospects.
But I knew what the stakes were.
Still, something shifted inside of me as the authorities decided what to do with me.
I was thirsty, and had a lot on the line–but even then, I got into a deeply grateful and loving space.
I felt so grateful to be in Japan at all.
I felt so happy to be close to my fiance.
I felt moved to be on the land of Japan at all–what a blessing.
And I felt like there was spiritual energy that wanted me to be here, even if it ended up being for just a short time.
Something was alchemizing: me, Japan, love… the feeling was extraordinary.
About half an hour went by while I was blissed out and peaceful.
Then they called me up and handed me my passport back–with a 3 month visa stuck inside.
They ended up letting me in.
Wahoo!!!!
We reunited on the other side of the immigration gate and he said, “This feels unreal.”
And we got to hug finally!
Yay!! It all turned out okay!
Thank you, Japan for letting me stay!
(Even though I am very bad and came with no visa!)
I’m so happy to be able to spend this time in Japan even if I can’t travel a whole lot.
There is a deep peace I feel when I connect to the land here, even just being in my little town.
In my life in this country the past few years, I’ve struggled a lot but the lessons I’ve learned have been worth it.
The most profound moments have come from connecting to the land of Japan, itself.
It has helped me to come into a deeper alignment with my true self, and know what is really important.
Since then, I have made big dreams happen:
Publishing my book Freedom Year,
Falling in love with someone who fits me,
Professionally recording my original song “New Dawn”
Through this whole experience, I have let my intuition guide me.
It led me back to my power, back to myself, back to my writing and creativity.
And now I want to help you!
Embrace your power with the free sample of my book Freedom Year on the adventures that brought me on this path, and taught me the true meaning of power, creativity, and freedom.
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Social media, for example–if I write a post, often it’s hot for a minute and then it’s gone.
So I love it when something I’ve written or created is still useful to people years later.
Ahhhh! What a surprise–A Youtube video I made in 2014 just got a new comment!
It really did! Why is that?
Well, the video shows how to use a prayer to Archangel Gabriel to have an easier time of Mercury Retrograde.
The subject is still relevant of course–because no one enjoys communication, technology, or travel issues.
I even rewatched the video myself–I just got my website back online after being out for days. I really hope technology, travel, and I can work together in the next month!
Want to join me in smoothing how things go the rest of the month?
I also mention this because you never know how useful the things you write or create are going to be.
Whether it’s for your book, blog, business, or another project, you could end up reusing something years down the road.
Mercury retrograde is also a great time for recycling, revising, or modifying things. Even ideas that didn’t totally work the first time around can end up becoming something new and sparkly!
I needed to rework my business to accommodate more writing on my upcoming New Adult paranormal romance series Blood Witch.
It led to me giving my whole business over to the universe in a meditation and saying, “Hey, universe! I’m looking for clarity on what to do and some signs, please!”
I’m totally excited about the idea and it’s a reworking of so man things I am passionate about: the beach, intuition, collaborating in community, fantasy, sensuality and creativity.
If you are curious, here is some more info about it:
A Psychic Mermaid Mastermind!
For the mermaid or merman who wants
to be more psychic,
to connect to people who get it,
to be more in tune with the way they feel when they are in the water (even when they are outside).
The Psychic Mermaid Mastermind:
A place for people who love the ocean, water, and the creatures who live there.
They can share their intuitive abilities and skills with each other to uplevel their lives, business, and creative projects (including books).
A friend of mine swims with dolphins and afterward sits around a fire with the other swimmers. They all give each other psychic readings on anything they are working on in their lives.
Dolphins are very connected to every vibration and want to connect with others in a helpful way. We can be just like them but on the internet!
Like a magical dolphin pod! Together we are stronger!
Build confidence sharing your talents with other members.
Feel supported by all of the knowledge and skills we have together as a deeply aligned community.
Practice modalities and leading a group for future programs you would like to create.
Find clarity on how you’ll make an impact that ripples out to the whole world.
Refill your tank and feel lusciously supported with acceptance in a group that GETS you!
A group mastermind, with skill-sharing and collaboration + individual coaching and support from me so you get everything you need to succeed.
All of the ideas are still coming! It is still so full of possibilities.
Traditionally many business owners wait until all the ideas are fully formed to announce something like this, but it just feels good to share what’s happening with you right now.
Sharing NOW not later is a hunch I have and hunches are something I believe in following.
I followed a hunch to make that Gabriel Prayer for Mercury Retrograde video years ago.
Now it has over a thousand views and keeps getting more seven years later.
Lately, I have been praying a lot for clarity on the shape of my business as I continue to travel, write my books for the Blood Witch series, and so on.
I was feeling a little down last week to be honest. All the change and uncertainty can really be anxiety-producing. And it’s time to pivot!
Maybe, if you are a business owner, you understand what I mean? Or if not, you can try being in my shoes and get a little taste of what it is like to be an entrepreneur trying to level up.
Since 2013, I have been helping people write, create, and reach their goals. I’ve helped with books, businesses, music careers, and more.
Not only has it felt good, but helping people pays bills.
However, because writing more is super important to me and I’m tired of waiting for some miracle to drop in my lap,I am making a pivot.
I’m writing my fiction series Blood Witch and aiming to pay my bills with book sales by the end of 2021.
I just have to finish them!
Problem: how do I keep helping people in a big way AND write these books of mine, in the most efficient way possible?
Thank goodness I believe in surrendering because I was feeling discouraged as to the HOW, and I was getting into a pretty negative funk last week.
I had to trust.
I gave my business over to the universe and was like, “Hey, universe! I’m looking for clarity on what to do and some signs, please!”
Then I let all the machinations go and went to the beach. I convinced my fiance Andrew to do the two hours there and back for Valentine’s Day.
Luckily for me, he really likes making me happy 😀 and he also enjoys the beach.
I just lay on the sand for the nice 70-degree day we had randomly. (It’s now gotten colder again so I’m glad we bathed in warmth when we could. As I write, it has started snowing!)
The beach is my special place.
Later, when we were waiting for the train back, and I remembered something I’d noticed the previous day.
I just finished a book and remembered the caption that really lit my fire in the first place.
When I saw the Book of Speculation at Barnes and Nobles a few months before, I turned it over to read this snippet from Oprah.com on the back.
“Mermaids, tarot card readers, a wild man, and other circus performers…”
I didn’t need to know anything more! Sold. I bought the book on the spot even tho it was $16 I hadn’t intended to spend.
Why? Because the words, “Mermaids” + “Tarot” lit my brain up like a Christmas tree. I had to have it.
How often are those things paired together? Seemingly never.
And yet I am obsessed.
Thinking back to this, I suddenly felt all the pieces flow together with some divine insight.
It gave me the idea of something I could create to help people…
A new way to combine my skills along with other things I am passionate about:
A Psychic Mermaid Mastermind!
I suddenly got very excited and started having a million ideas. Here are a few of them:
For the mermaid or merman who wants
to be more psychic,
to connect to people who get it,
to be more in tune with the way they feel when they are in the water (even when they are outside).
The Psychic Mermaid Mastermind:
A place for people who love the ocean, water, and the creatures who live there.
They can share their intuitive abilities and skills with each other to uplevel their lives, business, and creative projects (including books).
A friend of mine swims with dolphins and afterward sits around a fire with the other swimmers. They all give each other psychic readings on anything they are working on in their lives.
Dolphins are very connected to every vibration and want to connect with others in a helpful way. We can be just like them but on the internet!
Like a magical dolphin pod! Together we are stronger!
Build confidence sharing your talents with other members.
Feel supported by all of the knowledge and skills we have together as a deeply aligned community.
A group mastermind, with skill-sharing and collaboration + individual coaching and support from me so you get everything you need to succeed.
All of the ideas are still coming! It is still so full of possibilities.
Traditionally many business owners wait until all the ideas are fully formed to announce something like this, but it just feels good to share what’s happening with you right now.
Sharing NOW not later is a hunch I have and hunches are something I believe in following.
If I could give all my clients this one mantra to repeat when they get overwhelmed, it’d be this:
“I love being able to choose.”
Sometimes it’s hard to know what to do next because we forget this.
Like when: -There are a lot of things on your list and you want to figure out what the “best” thing to work on is. -You are working on a project, trying to figure out how to do it “right.” -You want to know what to write, create, or what to post for your business and what you are “supposed” to do.
In all these situations you are looking for one, singular, right option–and you forget you have a choice.
You forget what a gift the ability to choose really is.
Remember having choices is a privilege and a POWER. Stop thinking there are only two options: one right choice + everything else is wrong.
Having a choice means have multiple options. It’s a rainbow, darling! You have so many different ways you can go.
Instead of getting overwhelmed trying to do it “right,” let go, breathe and repeat this mantra:
“I love being able to choose.”
And remember the rainbow
Because writing, creating, and growing your business can be full of those difficult decisions about what to do next, I offer 1-1 coaching to help you make faster progress in a way that feels good.
Contact me if you are ready to become a creative powerhouse and be free to be all of who you are.
