On Writing Therapy

                                                
                                              Reflection

Sometimes we all have to take a moment to reflect. We reflect on the past, the present and even the future. One of the most freeing ways to do this self-meditation is through writing. Go into the page without expectations and without judgment. Write what you feel and write what you know. Sometimes while doing this, we surprise ourselves with the inner wisdom that's whispered in our subconscious mind just before quieting our conscious awareness.

The great entertainer and original Catwoman, Eartha Kitt, shares her wisdom experience as a result of reflective writing.

Words of Wisdom from Eartha Kitt

"And, if you trust fate, she's wonderful."

Instead of controlling or trying to go against the hand you are dealt, you must learn to play with what you have by seeing both the advantages and disadvantages of circumstance. When you take the time to mirror the reflection of what we see as negative, the positive begins to surface. By looking through the opposite side, you can see how it fits into that perspective. This is a lesson that primes you for the strength that summons the true essence of who you are.

Instead of thinking that circumstances are working against you, know that circumstances of life are usually for the better, based on those lessons that you need to learn specifically to balance your life at that time. Trust that you are being led exactly where you need to be. Allow yourself to see it through faith.

"Don't fight the life you love to live".

These words are a divine confirmation about life purpose. It makes you realize that it is ok to want what you want and actually obtain it. You know what you want, so go for it regardless of the opposing wills of others and circumstance. Trust your intuition and know that what drives you will ultimately take you to where you really want to be. Love your life by honoring your passion.

 "Keep it simple."

Some say that making life complicated is easy. When you focus on what is important you will find that those complications, just like the path of difficulty, is an unnecessary illusion. Everything is about choice and you always have the choice to make your life as simple as you like by relinquishing unnecessary baggage and worry. Keep your focus on what is important and see everything else for what it is...a temporary chapter within a bigger story.

On what's important: "My sanity. My health. My work."

 Find what is important to you and make every choice for the  benefit of those aspects of your life. In all cases, your peace of mind and your general mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being is what outweighs everything. Remember that everything has a purpose and this purpose plays a significant role in your personal development. The way you see circumstances and the way you choose to feel about yourself, will determine the fluidity of your life path. Choose to enjoy it and learn from it, no matter what you are given. Know that your expectations and perspective is the driving force behind your journey. Staying     attuned to what really matters, keeps you grounded.

© 2012 Latasha Woods

Creative Therapy: Co-Create Your Life

Transformation

"Be the change you want to see," is a very wise saying that encourages us to go about living and co-creating our lives to match our desires. By doing this we must actively create the changes that we want to see. Allow yourself to not only see this but feel it, smell it, and hear it. Apply all senses to the possibility.

 Visualize
Daily visualizations or day dreams can be beneficial to co-create your desired outcome. Allow yourself to play your ideal situation in your mind as if you were watching a movie. Nothing is too outrageous!


Speak
Start by speaking into existence all that you want to progress in your life. You don't necessarily have to say this to anyone but yourself. Or if you choose, tell the world the way you see your life and watch how the reality unfolds the more you talk about it. It is not delusional to speak things into existence. the more you speak it as it is, the more you allow yourself to take those active steps to breath life into the reality.

Write
Write your goals as if they are already achieved. Mentally, this is a subconscious ritual to transform your conscious actions into the tangible reality. As you write, feel the experience in the present as if it were already so.

Imagery Art
Draw a picture. Collect a collage. Take pictures of something that you would like to have. As you journal about what you want, where you want to be and achieving your dreams in the present, bring it to life with pictures, drawing and other visuals to look at everyday.

The greatest benefits of co-creating your life through creative arts and writing therapy includes: self-discovery, healing, creativity, freedom of expression, and solutions.

Keep in mind that as we discover ourselves in every moment in the present, this is liable to change our vision for the future. Either way, change begins by showing gratitude for what is to come. We are all the co-creators of our inner and outer transformations and life evolutions.

© 2011 Latasha Woods

Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons

Creative Wellness Through The Arts & Entertainment

Creative Wellness is in every way an essential exercise in activating all aspects of ourselves so that we are in harmony with our life physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The road to wellness starts with an intention. This intention is fed to the mind by imagining a more healthier and successful accumulation of our dreams and desires. Through creative arts therapy and many forms of relaxation, we can begin to purge our inhibitions and doubts by freeing our imaginations to the possibility through visualization, writing, dance, music, drama, arts and other creative forms.

The arts & entertainment world provides us with this escape as we view the kaleidoscope of art through an outlet which speaks to our subconscious selves personified through music, film, writing, dance and other creative arts. Whether you choose to indulge in an alternate reality escape through film, video games or journaling, it all helps us to acknowledge the subconscious need for creative freedom and enjoyment. A window of creative adventure is always available, whether you are a spectator or the creator. This creativity is fed from inspiration based on what gives us joy. By creating, you give emotions, experiences and ideas a playground to roam, thus freeing us from a seemingly limited reality where all the world is a stage. As we create and explore ourselves in these ways, all is possible.

© 2011 Latasha Woods

GOD'S Poem

An Inspirational Poem Honoring GOD, The Great Spirit.

GOD

The Great Spirit

Calls Within

The Infinite Wisdom

Embodies Greatness for All

Always Forgiving

Lending Grace

As Higher Self Stands Tall

GOD

The Great Spirit

All Knowing

Summoning Us

We Hear the Call

Love & Strength

Pulling Me Closer

To Eternal Goodness 

& Enduring Faith

I Honor You Always

© 2011 Latasha Woods

Photo Courtesy: Jim Munnelly

Dance Spirit

An Ode to the Spirit of Dance

I Move with the Tune

of Inspiration

A Sound Innately

Built in My Soul

My Body

The Instrument

Movements Infinite

This Body's Vocabulary

Articulating the World

Transmitting from Experience

The Spirit Calling

Me

To Move

Move

Move

Dancing the Sounds

of Hip-Hop, Ballet, Modern, Jazz

The Ancients

with the Fusion

of Movements taken Elsewhere

Articulating from

Every Step

used to Flow through this

Life

Smooth or Rough

Soft or Hard

Fast or Slow

Flowing or Stiff

I Speak All the Languages

Hoping to Contact

And Flow with the Other Spirits

Mutually or Aggressively

Together or Apart

No matter how

This is My Art

GOD-Given Dancer Spirit

Driven from the Passionate Heart

© 2011 Latasha Woods

Photo Courtesy: Sorayui