Oh, To Be Human

I admit it: I'm human. And sometimes that means, despite my deepest desire to be generous of heart, I find myself feeling petty and jealous. I look around and see people who have been able, for instance, to "work the system," collecting severance (yes that means they've been ousted), along with pensions and unemployment, putting together a stream of income that looks pretty darn good from my chair. As Obama extends benefits yet again, there's no need or desire to aggressively look for a job. Yet, as my client list for freelance writing and marketing consulting dwindles in this economy, I have no safety net, no phone call to make on a Sunday night to collect benefits due to lost income. And I am not alone. All self-employed people are in this same sinking boat.  No matter how hard and how long we've worked over the years, there is no unemployment check during dry spells.  So, forgive me, I do have my moments of wanting to go to the mountain top and scream "not fair."

But the more I scream "not fair" and focus on the negative, guaranteed, the less able I am to attract money into my life. My mindset pushes away abundance. Besides, I may not have a lot of "more" these days, but I truly do have plenty. There are people who are really struggling, who need those benefits and who work two or three part-time minimum wage jobs trying to cobble together a decent wage to support the family. And they find a way to feel grateful. Happy for what they have, rather than focus on what they don't have.

And that's what I want to do. Every day. In some small way: be grateful for all that I do have; be happy for those who are able to get ahead from a system that promotes and allows it; be aware that the universe will provide as long as I open my arms and my heart. Human me is going to give it a good try! - ps

Attract Plenty

It's been a while since I've posted. I've been busy obtaining the rights to all my books (definitely a sign of abundance for me!) and getting them back out under the imprint Arcadia House.

And, now I'm beyond happy to tell you that they are also available on Kindle and Nook, including Dancing Under the Full Moon (sans the artwork, but all content is the same) and Dancing, especially, is finding a Kindle audience. I've also completely redesigned my website. Check it out:www.patsheehy.com

Meanwhile, it's Thanksgiving week, always a good time to find grace even when times are hard and to count our blessings. There's also a "seasonal" way to attract plenty into your life.

Here's what to do: take a  cornucopia (horn of plenty) or beautiful large shell, or even a decorative pot and fill it to the brim with "goodies" such as nuts and oranges and things that make you feel your life is brimming with good things to eat and drink. If you don't have those items, cut pictures from magazines, take photos or draw pictures. Don't skimp on what you put in here. Place it on your table, ideally across from a mirror. Watch as your life begins to fill with abundance in various forms. Plenty Attracts Plenty.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. And remember, dance with those you love.  - ps

Love My Purple Wallet

Following Hint #86 in my book, I just purchased a purple wallet. The green shades were too apple green for me, but, as you know, purple is one of the wealth colors (green, purple, red, gold) and will draw money to you.

It started right away: not only was the wallet on sale, the sales clerk pulled out a coupon and offered it to me, giving me another 20% off. Right away, it felt like found money.  Then, I got an e-mail order for Dancing Under the Full Moon and a new writing client.

I started believing (I mean, really believing) in the power of this new purple wallet and small amounts of money keep coming my way. I also make a point to always keep a few coins in the wallet (never let the coin purse go dry!!). All in all, the laws of attraction are at work in my life.

What about you? Share your story. And be sure to look for a wallet in one of the wealth colors. Meanwhile, have an abundant day.  - ps

Small But Sweet

Well, I took a chance and danced under the Strawberry Moon the other night even though it was overcast here in CT and I had to imagine it more than I could see it.  Today, I received a $10 check from some securities distribution fund for money they apparently owe me for a small retirement investment. I know, it's only $10, but money is money and the more we attract toward us, the more that will come our way.

You could say my full-moon dance worked, or you could say the check was on its way regardless. Who can figure it out?!?!  But, I do know that I danced and I received. And that's all I really need to know.

What about you? Comments? Insights? Success Stories?  Please share - ps

It's a Strawberry Moon

Tonight's full moon is traditionally called the Full Strawberry Moon because June is strawberry-harvesting month. The name was universal to every Algonquin tribe, but in Europe they called it the Rose Moon, again related to the growing season.

Tonight, take a bowl of strawberries and eat them slowly and with intention as you watch the moon rise. Then dance to your heart's content, bare feet on the summer grass, the air still warm from the day's heat. Thank the universe for the abundance in your life and then ask you be granted even more, so that your days will be free and easy and you can find ways to share your new wealth.

 Sending Warm Strawberry Wishes your way —  ps

Attract Abundance on the Summer Solstice

You can dance under the full moon to attract wealth; you can also attract abundance into your life on the Summer Solstice by planting seeds - both literally and metaphorically.

I know, I know . . . what's a meta fore??  In in this case, it's for helping your dreams come true.

Planting seeds is a way of giving back and expressing hope and belief in the future. It's a symbol of abundant thinking and we all know that abundance attracts abundance. Bring a plant or packet of seeds to your neighbor. Giving attracts receiving.

About the metaphoric part: plant seeds of hope and belief by stating your intentions. Acknowledge the goodness in your life, thank the universe and ask that you be blessed with continued and/or more wealth. You can even ask for a specific amount. As this longest day of the year comes to an end, write out your wealth desire on a slip of paper, place the paper under a green candle, which you light and let burn until darkness arrives. Pay attention to what happens in the days ahead.  - ps

Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day to every man lucky enough to have children, lucky enough to enjoy the unconditional love it brings, and wise enough to fully embrace the responsibility entrusted to you.

I'm thankful for the wonderful, caring father I had in my formative and adult years, a dad who wasn't perfect (who is?) but always compassionate and loving, a dad who was always there when I needed him and taught me at an early age "not to judge a man until you've walked a mile in his shoes" and that it's not how much money you have (we didn't have much) but how much love you have that is the true measure of wealth. He died much too early but his photo in my writing room keeps his presence alive, as does the whispering I hear now and then from a source that could be only him. Ditto for my mother -- the legacy of love and the whispering!

I'm thankful for the man I married 37 years ago, a man who brought children into my life and continues to show me love in action through all the ways he expresses love for his children (my stepchildren) and our five grandchildren.

This to me is true abundance. And the more we love, the more love we receive. The more we feel wealthy, the more wealth seems to come our way. A wonderful circle of attraction. Embrace it. - ps

Believing Makes It So

I've been re-reading Sylvia Browne's book, The Other Side and Back, given to me in a spontaneous gesture from a fan of my novel Field of Destiny. The fact that someone just gave me the book is, in itself, an experience of abundance and we need to be mindful of the small ways people "gift" us and all the nearly invisible acts of grace in our daily lives. The more we're thankful for the abundance, the more that will come to us.

Anyway, back to Sylvia's book: she talks about affirmations and the importance of self-love. Not in the "how great I am" ego-centered kind of love, but in the "I am a child of God" and should honor myself kind of way. Through positive affirmations, we release the negative talk we actually believe about ourselves — I'm too fat; I'm poor and will never amount to anything; I'm hopeless, ETC — and we begin to  embrace our positive loving side. A funny thing starts to happen, as we begin to believe we're worth something, we begin to attract all kinds of abundance.

The gift of her book to me was a sign of abundance; so was the new writing client that came my way after my daily affirmation for the past month. Like everyone, I sometimes focus on the wrong side of the coin. I see what I don't have instead of what I DO HAVE. As soon as I flip it around and affirm my belief, good things happen.

In Dancing Under the Full Moon: 101 Ways to Attract Money Into Your Life, there are all kinds of affirmations for you to try. Or you can write your own. When we write our own, we are writing from the heart and we own those beliefs.

Hope your day is wonderfully abundant  — ps

The Key to Attraction

Did you know that wearing an old-fashioned skeleton key around your neck will open doors to new opportunities and financial success? I discovered this superstition while researching my book, Dancing Under the Full Moon, and thought: what an easy way to draw money into my life. I started looking for both original skeleton keys and replicas.

And guess what? Suddenly it's a fashion trend. Replicas of keys are showing up all over the place, from "fashion" jewlery -- sold nearly anywhere to high end, designer jewelry studded with diamonds and other precious stones. Now is the time to own one. And it makes the perfect gift, especially for a new graduate looking to find a job and carve out a path to financial success.

If you don't want to buy a replica, check out flea markets and antique shops, Buy an interesting one that "calls" to you, and wear it on a chain or even a ribbon. Have fun with it and watch money flow toward you.

Wishing you riches, ps

Look At That Moon Tonight

What a stunning full moon. I just heard on the news that it's the biggest and brightest moon of the entire year, due to it's proximity to the earth. It's cold (understatement) here in Connecticut but worth freezing a bit to go outside and fully appreciate it. Against the dark winter sky, it's am amazing sight. Last night, the beams streamed into our bedroom around 4 p.m., waking us up. What a gift. Liquid gold, for sure.

My sister-in-law, Dee, just posted on facebook that she's going to go out and dance under the full moon again this month, asking the universe to fill up her wallet and grace her with abundance. Every time she's done this ritual, a bit of money has come her way. And these days, every little bit helps!

Whether you dance for money, or dance for joy, just make sure to dance. As the song says, when you have a chance to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance. In the end, embracing life's small, graced moments is what will have made all the difference.

May your life today be filled with blessings - ps

Rainy Day Money Spell

If it's raining where you are — it's a monsoon here in Connecticut! — now's the time to brave the downpour and attract money into your life. If you already have my book, you know it's #37 in Dancing Under the Full Moon.

Grab your slicker, hat and boots and find a holly bush. Clasp your hands around the main stem and chant three times: "Holly tree, O holly tree, let much wealth come to me."

This ancient spell is considered foolproof in its ability to reverse money problems. You can expect to see a positive change in your finances within three months.

That's worth getting wet for, don't you think?!?!?  Let me know how it works. -- ps

Live Generously

The tragedy in Haiti can't help but make each of us — no matter what our circumstances — feel blessed and rich. I can't even imagine having so little and having it ripped away by an unrelenting force of nature, time and time again, from floods to earthquakes. No water. No food. Mud cakes for sustenance. And yet, amidst it all, we see glimmers of hope. We see thankfulness for simply being alive. We see a generosity of spirit among the survivors and, remarkably, among the missionaries who have been flown out and are eager to return.

What about the rest of us? Even those of us struggling with money worries are living abundantly by comparison. If we look deep, there's money and time to spare, to help someone else. If not the people of Haiti, then the homeless person right around the corner, or the single parent unable to pay next month's rent. And, if we can't find "spare" resources, then let's give from our core. Let's make a sacrifice and make a difference.

According to the laws of attraction (and #57 in my book, Dancing Under the Full Moon), money is a form of energy and it must flow through our lives, not just into it. When we give to others, we're actually making room for more abundance in our own lives.

Sending each of you hope for an abundant and joyful day - ps

Choosing Abundance

In the spirit of full disclosure: my life is pretty comfortable. That doesn't mean, however, I don't worry about money or how we're going to afford to keep all the plates in the air. I often remind myself of the adage: want less or earn more. Easier said than done. Often my life is one of earning less and wanting more!! Call me human. Flawed but human.

What I do know, however, is that when I choose — and I mean choose — to focus on what I have, on the abundance in my life, I actually feel rich. And when I feel rich, I tend to attract more abundance. Classic Laws of Attraction at work. What we believe about our lives . . . what we focus on . . . is what we get more of. Suddenly, a new writing job comes my way. Or I get a "deal" on my Internet service, saving me a few dollars each month. Or an old friend comes back into my life, making me feel rich in a whole different way.

I look around the dinner table on "family day" and appreciate the four kids, three spouses and five grandchildren I've just cooked for. I smile at my sink of dirty dishes, focusing more on playing a game than cleaing up the mess.

My life in abundant. In choosing to embrace that, every day is a bit richer. May yours be also. - ps