Using Magical Aromatherapy to Create Change in Your Life ✨

While doing a Space Clearing at Wizard Studios yesterday, I was explaining the use of “Magical Aromatherapy” to the owners. After I clear a space, we always create an altar and set intentions for the home or business.

Space Clearing at Wizard Studios with Mathew to my left and Shawn standing behind us.

 Magical aromatherapy is the process of using the energies of essential oils and plants with our own. As you inhale the fragrance with visualization, you create a powerful force that may be perceived as magical. For example, as we released the old energy we used my Space Spray, in blessing a business I used my Magnet and Manifest Sprays, Love is always a go to for relationship rituals and Power is useful whenever you want to bolster your confidence and self-esteem.

I have noticed that all my millennial (and Gen Z) clients are asking me to give them some guided visualizations so I thought I would share how using this technique can empower you to achieve your goals.

THOUGHTS HAVE POWER

I first learned the power of visualization back in the early 80's (thank you Robert Fritz) and it totally changed my life. The concept behind it is that to create something new you must first be able to imagine it. 

Thoughts create vibrations that can be energized and qualified by our feelings. This process creates physical changes in our brains. It is a powerful way to create a strong force-field of energy that will send out a clear pattern of what you desire to manifest in your life. 

WHY VISUALIZATION WORKS

Remember that the brain cannot tell the difference between a mental image and an actual image. That is why in coaching we often say, "act as if". 

HERE IS A VIDEO  to guide you through the steps you require to create empowering visualizations for success and well-being at all levels of your being. 

On this note: please send prayers to Turkey - to help all those who have been affected by the earthquake.  Either use my Unplug Spray or use one of the following oils for Peace and protection: bergamot, chamomile, lavender, rose, jasmine, lemon balm, sandalwood and visualize healing energy being sent to everyone and to the land herself.

Until next time,
Barbara

The Importance of Energy Clearing ✨

We are almost halfway between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox (February 2nd is Imbolc/Candlemas/Groundhog’s day). Forget looking at the groundhog’s shadow: this is a time to look at your own shadow and do some energetic clearing.

Every time you have an interaction with someone you create etheric cords of energy between you. The more time you spend with someone the stronger the cords may be. Healthy cords create a nurturing sharing of information and energy. Unhealthy cords can be a huge drain or a means of control.

When the cords are filled with fear, anger or resentment you need to cut them to take back your own energy. Think of times that you had a run in with someone and then felt totally drained of energy and needed a nap. It probably meant that they sucked energy  from you.

It is the same with buildings. I am sure you can remember a time when you entered a room where there had been a terrible argument or a sad occasion: you can literally feel it in the air.

For me space clearings are a way to clear out the stagnant energies in our personal living and business spaces that keep us stuck or cause us to take on negative thought patterns that we have either created or taken on from others. Especially when there is a major change in relationships (breakup or divorce), health, finances or you move into a new home or office. 

We all take baths and showers, clean out our physical space, do our laundry, but rarely take the time to clear out our energetic field. Once we do, then we can harmonize, revitalize, and balance the flow of energy for our energetic maintenance.

"Barbara did a space clearing at Sloomoo Institute, cleansing the energy of COVID and inviting in a fresh, healthy, new energy of abundance and joy. We literally sold out every weekend since and it has been truly beautiful - our guests have been full of pure happiness!" 
—Karen Robinovitz, Co-Founder at Sloomoo Institute

“I think of our theatre as a home, and every new production as a family. A ritual cleanse led by my friend Barbara Biziou is a great way to bring people together, as well as clear the space to usher in a new journey with added spiritual protection.” 
—Daryl Roth, Tony Award-winning Theatre Producer

“After I asked Barbara to clear the energy in my West Village apartment, I was very happy to find that my home felt lighter, happier and was finally able to sleep soundly. After this positive result I decided to try a clearing in our townhouse uptown which had been on the market for sale for 5 months. I am delighted to say that within 3 weeks of her clearing we had an offer on our house! And it’s closing in 6 weeks. I am a client for life!”
—Heather W.

“Throughout the whole process, she was extremely professional and helped me and my partner to clean & clear the energy in that Brooklyn townhouse. Believe it or not, it worked like magic! Several weeks later we had a contract signed and 2 months later we closed on that complicated estate sale. Thank you, Barbara! I am your client for life now when it comes to spiritual space clearing.”
—David Ratner, Real Estate Salesperson

Learn more and Book a Space Clearing/Blessing here >>

Until next time,
Barbara

Wellness Tips for Moving Forward in 2023

I’m just coming out of an incredible VISION 2023 weekend so this will be short and sweet.

2023 is a year that urges us from being the best in the world to being the best for the world.

Here are some tips I shared in our workshop to keep you moving forward:

• Make sure you are around spiritually positive people who are willing to tell you the truth and help you move forward. 

• Focus on radical self-care. Treat yourself as precious. 

• Strip out toxic people in your life. You become who you hang out with.

• If you find yourself falling into old negative patterns, stop, press your third eye (between your brows), and say CANCEL CLEAR!

• Do things that bring you joy. Happiness speeds up manifestation.

• Meditate daily to connect to The Light and open your intuition.

• Cultivate a belief in a positive future. Hope improves mental wellbeing, gives you confidence and creates opportunities.

• Exercise, Exercise, Exercise: do things to stay strong and flexible.

• At least once a week do something you have never done before.

Until next time,
Barbara

Are You Ready to Reinvent Yourself?

I have been running workshops for over 25 years and have seen the same pattern repeating itself over and over.

Stepping into something new can leave us feeling vulnerable and unsure of ourselves. Even with years of experience behind us, we find our confidence evaporating and we are left feeling like a small child at the beginning of a new school year. Trust me, I know how this feels.

The gift of this time is that we get to reinvent ourselves and make new choices. Remember you can never outperform your own self-image.

When we come together in a group of like-minded people like my Vision 2023 workshop, we are more able to allow ourselves to venture beyond what's familiar into new possibilities. I have watched clients find love, get married, have children, change jobs, lose weight, build confidence, re-invent their careers, and improve their health and finances. All of this with support. That is the key to making miraculous changes in your lives. As the saying goes, “you become who you hang out with”.

2023 is a paradigm shift into new possibilities. As we enter this New Moon in Aquarius and The Lunar New Year of the Rabbit, we are all being guided to live our lives as conscious creators. Our job is to become aware of our sabotaging thoughts  and acquire the skills to shift into a more positive mindset. What we think and say influence how we feel, and our feelings impact our actions in the world. 

Your vision creates your perception of reality. Join me at VISION 2023 to create an expanded  vision of possibilities. The past is over and right now is the most important moment of your life. Right now, you can create your future. Let us make 2023 a year of true SPIRITUAL ALIGNMENT.

SIGN UP NOW AND LET THE NEW STORY BEGIN

"Barbara’s vision workshop has become a special tradition to the beginning of the new year! Trusting her expertise as she includes other experts and their disciplines creating a guided and joyful experience. Opening our senses and chakras we get an opportunity to look at ourselves with a clear vision of how we want to create our next chapter and year ahead. A great opportunity for people who feel their lives are at a crossroad and need to find their passion again; or a refresher for all who have experienced this workshop before .. a recharge!"

— Joan Horton

Until next time,
Barbara

Why I am Happy that Some People are NOT Coming to my VISION Event 🙅🏻‍♀️

When some of my clients, like Ravi Roth, tell me that they cannot make it to VISION 2023 workshop this year because their vision has manifested, I am over the moon. Ravi, for example, started out without a clear vision, but had never done anything like my VISION event before. He didn’t meditate, knew nothing about spiritual alignment and had never made a vision board. Today he is the host of @raviroundtheworld, Ravi’s Road to Pride and The Gaycation Travel Show.

Ravi talking about his vision collage at our last in-person VISION 
(now you can join us live online from anywhere in the world)

Hope has just signed a two-book contract, Emil is going to Sundance for the first time to take meetings about film and TV projects that have been on his vision board and to identify guests for his new podcast, Tori is expecting twins, Lana brought in a loving relationship and expanded her small business, and I manifested a Transformational Spiritual pilgrimage to Egypt in October.

This is not to say, that there weren’t any bumps along the way. Of course, there were. Sometimes obstacles are in your life to clear the way for greater physical success and spiritual wisdom.

As you move into Spiritual Alignment (our theme for the year), you awaken to becoming a divine creator and you will know that your guidance will become clear so you can be at peace, knowing that what comes to you will benefit your life.

Each moment is new…..there are infinite possibilities and, astrologer Rebecca Gordon has said, this year is a major paradigm shift. It is important to have real support as the world goes through many changes.

• Become aware of your choices and how you interpret interactions

• Upgrade and connect to a higher frequency

• Watch your negative self-talk and inner saboteurs

• Everything is an opportunity for self-reflection and self-love

• Give yourself permission to grow, make mistakes and try again

• Your level of success with any goal goes up by 90% when you have an accountability partner……..in the VISION workshop you will have the opportunity to find one, but why not up your odds by inviting a friend to join you

• You will emerge radiant and stronger as you release the old stories and conditioning.

SIGN UP NOW AND LET THE NEW STORY BEGIN

Until next time,
Barbara

Rituals for Ending the Year Consciously 🎉

2022 gave us the opportunity to do things in a different way. But did we? I think it is a mixed bag and now it is time to say goodbye to 2022 and really take some time to dive into what we have learned this year and what we want to change. 

Anxiety is at an all-time high and most of the people I have been working with (including therapist and healers) have needed a lot of clearing…emotionally, mentally, and physically.

We live in extraordinary times. As I have been saying all year, the vibrational frequency of the planet has shifted, and we are required to shift with her. We must expand and ground our energetic containers. We can only receive what we have the capacity to hold. Think of a high voltage of electricity going through a small light bulb. It will shatter it. And this cannot be done through the mind: it is only possible through the heart center.

MY GIFT TO YOU:

As always, I am offering my FREE 12-day intention intensive. Sign up on the homepage and you will be receiving one audio meditation daily starting January 1st to guide you in setting intentions for 2023. As my teacher Omraam Mikhael  Aivanhov taught, the first 12 days of the year set an intention for the entire year. If your friends want to receive these, have them go to my website and sign up for our newsletter.

And to lighten your spirits, here are some global New Year’s Rituals. I will be posting my prosperity ritual on December 31st on IG so check it out. 

Spain: Eat 12 grapes at midnight for good luck in the coming year.

Southern USA: Black eyed peas and collard greens are believed to bring money and abundance into your year.

Greece: Vasilopita is eaten ( cake with a coin inside) Whoever finds the coin in her piece of cake will be especially lucky during the coming year.

Italy: Throw out old furniture, clothes, pots……open the windows to throw out the old. I DO NOT RECOMMEND YOU THROW THINGS OUT THE WINDOW. Best to put them out on the street for people to take. 

Japan: Eating soba noodles on New Year’s Eve or Day is believed to bring in longevity and abundance.

BRAZIL: New Year's Eve priestesses of the local macumba voodoo cult dress in blue skirts and white blouses for a  ceremony dedicated to the goddess of water, Yemanja. A sacrificial boat laden with flowers, candles and jewelry is pushed out to sea from Brazil's famous Ipanema beach in Rio de Janeiro. 

South America/Mexico: For travel in the coming year, walk around the block with an empty suitcase.

Cuba: water represents both cleansing and renewal, and the New Year is celebrated with rituals of splashing water. Water is tossed out of doors or windows (checking first for passers-by!) or into public fountains

And don’t forget to wear new red underwear to bring in Love and Passion!

Until next time,
Barbara

A Special Way to Make a Wish 🎊

I love the creativity of community whether it is virtual, together in person or a hybrid experience.

How fabulous is this? NY has a Wishing Wall at Times Square to celebrate the New Year. People from around the world can add their wishes on pieces of official Times Square New Year's Eve confetti, either digitally or in person.

These wishes are added to over a ton of confetti that floats down at midnight onto the revelers gathered in Times Square in celebration of the new year. If you can’t do it in person, fill out the form here or share a wish on IG or Twitter using #ConfettiWish. It will be added to the thousands of others released above Times Square at midnight on New Year's Eve for all the world to see! If you are doing it digitally, it must be received by December 28th.

On the same note, some members of our community of spiritual seekers have decided to create VISION PARTIES for our January 21-22 interactive online VISION 2023 Workshop: Clarity & Spiritual Alignment. It is THE MOST POWERFUL event of the year to move into this new year with energy, inspiration, grounding, and focus. 

If you want to do a Vision Party, invite some people to join you in person, but please sign up individually and bring your laptop to the event so you can connect online with our global community and receive all handouts and my special workbook. In this way you can still benefit from our global community and have your personal party to share the experience and create your vision collages with. 
 
Of course, many of you still prefer to do this individually in the privacy of your own home, where  you still will be connecting virtually with our supportive caring community.

My Special guests this year—celebrated astrologer Rebecca Gordon, Sound Circles founder Joule L’Adara, and shamanic movement healer Parashakti—will join me for this signature event to kindle and ignite your spiritual growth. 

Remember our Early Bird Discount is only available through December 31st. Digital gift Certificates available and can be used for workshops, private sessions, and products.

CONSCIOUS HOLIDAY GIFTING

FREE SHIPPING on my magical Aromatherapy Sprays available through December 31st. SHOP HERE >>

Digital Gift Certificates to be used for readings, workshops, and rituals are available HERE >>

For an extra special gift, give yourself and others VISION 2023 -- EARLY BIRD SAVINGS OF $100 available until December 31st. REGISTER NOW >>

Shop The Winged Ones sacred jewelry line >> These pendants are purposed to be power objects that can be infused with intention and spiritual manifestations during VISION 2023 as well as a reminder object for these intentions as you continue to enjoy and wear the pieces.

Until next time,
Barbara

Simple Ritual for Spiritual Support 👐

The song by Bill Withers "Lean on Me" has been twirling around in my brain all week.

“……Sometimes in our lives
We all have pain
We all have sorrow
… But if we are wise
We know that there's always tomorrow
… Lean on me
When you're not strong
And I'll be your friend
I'll help you carry on...
… For it won't be long
Till I'm gonna need somebody to lean on”
 

As we end this chaotic year of 2022, one thing is clear: we all need one another and trying to “do it alone” really doesn’t work. That is why I love to create a community and have found that we can do it online (if we set conscious intention)  as well as in person. The key is being willing to connect with others while still taking care of your own needs.

Here is a simple  ritual that I love that you can do at home:

• Get a plain white bowl that you can draw on.

• Write and draw symbols of your spiritual and physical helpers with a permanent marker on the outside and inside of the bowl. These can be people, ancestors, animals, angels, guides, elements from nature….be creative!

• Place edible seeds in the bowl.

• Take one at a time as you acknowledge the support you have in your life. Keep the bowl full and every time you need support take a seed and eat it.

• or plant it in the ground.

For more support check out my offerings this week and/or contact me for a personal reading,ritual, or a coaching package. And the special EARLY BIRD SAVINGS for VISION 2023 IS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH DECEMBER 31ST.

Until next time,
Barbara

Message of the last Full Moon of 2022 🌝✨

December 7th brings us the last Full Moon of 2022 and with Mars retrograde invites us to go inward and see what is coming to an end. This could be old grief, anger, or confusion that you are still holding on to. It may also mean an ending to a project, relationship, or way of being in the world that will lead to a bright new future.

As a spiritual practice, focus on the quote by Rainer Maria Rilke that I have posted below. You may want to take some quiet time to journal and see what emerges.

“Be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and try to love the questions themselves, like locked rooms and like books that are now written in a very foreign tongue.”

CONSCIOUS GIFTING

FREE SHIPPING on my magical Aromatherapy Sprays available through December 31st! Change your vibes and reclaim positive energy. SHOP HERE >>

Digital Gift Certificates to be used for readings, workshops, and rituals are available HERE >>

For an extra special gift, give yourself and others VISION 2023 -- EARLY BIRD SAVINGS OF $100 available until December 31st. REGISTER NOW >>

Until next time,
Barbara

How to Create Something New — the End of the Year Reflections

Back in the early 80’s I took a course on creating your vision, and I remember how the instructor emphasized that the creative process was all about “creating and adjusting.” Think of it. No one writes a book or a film without editing. You don’t build a home or software program without fine tuning the details.

Yet, so often, we expect perfection of ourselves and others before we even have a chance to really assimilate what we have learned. We allow our inner critic to take over and that leaves little room for true learning or the joy of creating.

As we move into the last month of 2022 let’s take some time to reflect on what we have learned this year and what requires adjusting. Remember it is a process so enjoy the journey!

And, just for the joy of it, create something new…experiment with a recipe, paint a wall in your home, play with the apps on your phone, try out a new sport, change your hairstyle or redecorate your bedroom. Let your imagination guide you.

I will be in LA December 7th-13th and will be participating in an in-person Grief Ceremony in Camarillo, CA hosted by Jennifer Love on December 8th. See events below to join us.

I do have a few spots open for in person readings or rituals while I am in LA, so contact me if you want to book a time.

CONSCIOUS GIFTING

Change your vibes and reclaim positive energy with my magical Aromatherapy Sprays available HERE >>

Digital Gift Certificates to be used for readings, workshops, and rituals are available HERE >>

For an extra special gift, give yourself and others VISION 2023 -- early bird savings of $100 available until December 31st. REGISTER NOW >>

Discover more thoughtful and sustainable gift ideas here.

WORK WITH ME:

There are only 32 days left in 2022 so this is a great time to end the year consciously with an intuitive tarot reading or ritual.

I am also available December 12th and 13th for a few in-person sessions in LA. Book a session or a coaching package >>

Until next time,
Barbara

10 Tools & Rituals of Connections for Happy Holidays 🥧🕯️🧡

Anxiety is at an all-time high around the world, and we’re unfortunately more likely to get stressed out and frustrated with friends, family, and colleagues during the holidays than we are to connect deeply with them, show our appreciation and express our gratitude. Relationships have become more complicated & strained in the past few years and many are still suffering from social anxiety as we move back into the world.

I want to suggest that we shift from focusing on getting presents, wearing new outfits or posting our perfect food photos on Instagram to focusing on listening, having real conversations, and appreciating what we do have in our lives.

Let’s take a digital detox for the holidays and return to Rituals of Connections. Try these:

1. Take time to share with your family and friends. For Thanksgiving or any gathering around this time, I like to have each person light a candle before dinner and share one thing that they are grateful for. This simple ceremony creates a new intimacy and sense of connection.

2. Fast from complaining. Try it and see how much better you feel.

3. Be aware of your feelings. You may feel sad during the holidays if you are physically far away from family and friends. You don’t have to pretend to be happy, however, once you acknowledge your feelings, you then have the freedom to move on and focus on other things. Volunteering at a soup kitchen, your local church or a temple is a great way to re-focus & shift your feelings.

4. Be flexible. Things change, and we must change with them to stay in the flow of life. Include some of your favorite traditions this holiday and then be open to creating new ones. Maybe your sister is now a vegetarian, and you include a Tofurkey along with the traditional one, or you celebrate a tradition from a new friend or relative.

5. Do not overspend. Use this year to find simple ways to enjoy the holidays without going into debt. Creating more debt will add to the stress you are already feeling. Remember it is the spirit of giving that counts, not the dollar amount of the gift.

6. Do some simple relaxation exercises. Try some simple breathing exercises, move your body into an easy yoga pose, or go for a brisk walk outdoors in nature. If you are going to be around many people, plan out rest stops and alone time during your (holi)days so you will not be burnt out.

7. Set boundaries. If you never say no, your yes will never mean anything. If you don’t treat yourself as valuable, no one else will either. This can cause you to either “stuff” your feelings down within and become resentful or blow up and explode unintentionally. You don’t have to say yes to every social invitation and you don’t have to do everything by yourself. Learn to delegate.

8. Laugh and do things that bring you joy. When you laugh, your brain releases neurotransmitters like dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin, which make you feel happy and content. Get together with friends and just be silly, try laughter yoga or just watch a funny movie.

9. Give up being a perfectionist! Stop comparing yourself to others or measuring your success by impossible standards, including those you see on social media.

10. Reach out to others. Facetime or Zoom with friends or family who may be feeling lonely or isolated, volunteer at your local food bank, buy toys for kids in shelters, bake cookies for your neighbors or simply be generous with your compliments and be extra kind and patient with all your interactions.

May you always have
Walls for the winds,
A roof for the rain,
Tea beside the fire,
Laughter to cheer you,
Those you love near you,
And all your heart might desire!
(Irish Blessings)

For those of you who celebrate: Happy Thanksgiving!

CONSCIOUS GIFTING

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Work with Barbara:

We are coming to the end of 2022, and this is a perfect time for an intuitive tarot reading or ritual.

I am also available December 12th and 13th for a few in-person sessions in LA. Book a session or a coaching package >>

Until next time,
Barbara

Tools I Used in My Physical Healing Journey

I have been asked a lot in the past few weeks what I have been doing to heal my broken shoulder so I thought I would share my gems with you.

First, I want to give a big shout out to my friends, family, and community for all their help and positive energy. You really do need a strong support system to move through any challenge. And a special thank you to Lana Smith - my right hand (@hilo_de_lana).

Second, all the fabulous Practitioners who helped me (sometimes I do feel like the Emily’s list of spirituality):

Acupuncture: Naria Chi, NYC (acunariachi@gmail.com)
Chiropractic: Dr. Steven Oswald, NYC (stephenoswaldchiropractic.com)
Shiatsu/ Tai Massage: Saki Kim, NYC (srkacupuncture.com)
Reiki: Pamela Miles(@pamelamoves) and Hope Tarr (@hopectarr, @handsofhopereiki)
Healing Tea: Miriam Novalle (@tealadytsalon)
PT/OT: Spear Physical Therapy (@spearptnyc)

Third: My Body Elemental. This deva is like an angel…it is the overseeing intelligence of your body. Its only job is to take care of your physical body and it requires love and appreciation from you. Each morning I check in with her and ask her what we need to know and do to keep my physical body healthy and in optimal health and well-being. This keeps a strong resonance and supports a loving relationship between the Body elemental and the physical form.

I was taught that it incarnates with you every lifetime, so if you believe in ancestral karma, it can also help you release what no longer serves you.

If you would like assistance with a healing ritual or reading, please contact my office: info@barbarabiziou.com.

Until next time,
Barbara

What This Total Lunar Eclipse is Telling You 🌝✨

As many of you know, I am re-infused with the energy of ancient Egypt and the goddess who came to me in my meditations today was Heket. She was the divine midwife of ancient Egypt and the protector of new life.

I feel that collectively we are in the shift to birth a new part of ourselves as well as the Earth. As in any birth, there is a need to let go of the old way of being and open to the new…a quickening.

Today is a major eclipse and I recommend you take time to take an active part in creating the harmony you desire currently. This means grounding yourself and being mindful of what you eat, say, and think. Every action has a reaction and affects the entire ecosystem.

We all are being urged to create more nourishing environments for ourselves, our family and community. No matter what the outcome of today's election in the US, (although I hold the intention that our democracy will prevail) we are being given an opportunity to come home to ourselves spiritually and to envision a place where we are safe and protected.

If you were your own Magical Parent, what blessings would you give to this child who is being born? Bless them with the qualities that you would like to develop in your life right now.

Place your hands on your heart and say, “I bless you with courage”, “I bless you to trust your inner guidance”, “I bless you with the ability to share your gifts and talents with the world and receive all the support that you require”. You get the idea. Make this your own special blessing.

Work with Barbara:

Connect to the dreams that are in alignment with your truest self. Then create a life that suits who you are. Let me guide you.

Readings: Get clarity of where you are right now, what needs to be healed and what forces are around you to move you forward. Book your reading >>

Rituals: for all of life’s transitions (healing, relationships, honoring milestones, fertility). Book a ritual >>

Coaching: Practical steps to tap into your natural genius and move you forward. Book a session or a coaching package >>

This is also a great time for a space clearing/blessing of your home.

Until next time,
Barbara

How to Shift Your Mood Out Of Fall "Coma" 🍁😴

Yes it is almost time to turn back the clocks in the USA...not one of my favorite activities. Days are shorter and darker, and many studies show that this is a time when depression spikes. So, how can we shift our moods when all we feel like doing is binging on Netflix and eating bowls of popcorn?

As my friend Lavinia Errico (co-founder of Equinox) has said for years, exercise exercise exercise. Even turning on a song and dancing in your pjs can get the endorphins moving. One of the hardest things for me as I have been healing my broken shoulder, has been the lack of fun exercise that I used to do. Slowly I am adding more and more back into my life, and it makes me feel so much better.

Morning Pages: I love Julia Cameron’s morning pages from her book THE ARTIST’S WAY. Just sitting down in the morning and freewriting 3 pages can give the judgmental voices in your head a platform for dumping out their negative messages. Just write anything that comes to you without editing. Then, like emptying the trash, you will have more room in your brain to bring in the creative voices. For more exercises on accessing your creativity and intuition join me on the power packed day of 11/11 for a 2-hour workshop to Ignite Your Creativity and Intuition.

Creativity altar: Use your imagination and put up an altar for creativity in your home where you can look at it. Use bright colors, scents that make you happy (I love my happiness spray), beautiful things from Nature (crystals, rocks, leaves), pictures of people who inspire you, affirmations, and/or poems. Sometimes I even add kid’s toys like playdough or Legos to help remind me of my creative inner child. And if you have any ideas for new projects, place a symbol there too.

Let there be light: Make sure to have good lighting available. Some people like to use a Light Box which mimics outdoor light. There are many different ones available so do your research. Make sure you look at the ones that are designed for SAD (seasonal affective disorder). If you have any eye disorders like glaucoma or cataracts please check with your eye doctor first before using.

Take Action: This is a perfect time to make that phone call or send that email that you have been avoiding. Google something that interests you, paint your kitchen bright orange, meet a friend for tea. And, if you live in the USA, remember to VOTE on November 8th. As my friend David Meggyesy said in his email to me, “the fate of our Republic is at a fork in the road, going towards greater democracy or authoritarianism. Freedom of Choice is central and essential. It is our Choice. VOTE!"

Work with Barbara:

Connect to the dreams that are in alignment with your truest self. Then create a life that suits who you are. Let me guide you.

Readings: Get clarity of where you are right now, what needs to be healed and what forces are around you to move you forward. Book your reading >>

Rituals: for all of life’s transitions (healing, relationships, honoring milestones, fertility). Book a ritual >>

Coaching: Practical steps to tap into your natural genius and move you forward. Book a session or a coaching package >>

This is also a great time for a space clearing/blessing of your home.

Until next time,
Barbara

The Message of The Present Moment (Egypt Adventures)

This trip to Egypt started with an auspicious meeting. Because of my broken shoulder, I ordered a wheel chair at the airport. My wheelchair attendant told me his name was Levi…one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He told me that his lineage dated back to the building of the ancient pyramids and that his ancestors were the architects and builders of the pyramids. I told him that I was on my way to Egypt. You really can’t make this stuff up!

After a fabulous visit in Paris with friends, we arrived in Egypt and now are about to embark on the next phase of our journey. I already got the message to ground and center as I bashed my head on the locker door at the spa (and so did 2 other people in our group). Luckily it was not serious, but the message was clear…..slow down and pay attention.

The energy in the world is very intense, so trust your intuition to guide you as you allow the old to come up to be cleared. This is a time of honoring what was and being open to the new that wants to come in. And always be gentle with yourself.

Follow me on IG as I continue my journey.

Until next time,
Barbara

Journey Into the Unknown 🧭

Today begins my journey into the unknown. I am going on a spiritual pilgrimage to Egypt via Paris and feeling excited and a bit frazzled after a crazy week of Mercury Retrograde glitches.

Travel has always fed my soul, and this will be the first big trip I am taking since the Pandemic. And I know that spiritual travel always takes me out of my comfort zone since it challenges me to embrace the unknown. However, the gift is always a deepening, expansion and new awareness. And I get to share this trip with friends and new acquaintances.

I will be posting on IG so come join me on this magical mystery tour.

After consulting with astrologer Rebecca Gordon (who will be joining us at VISION to give us an overview of the year), we have picked a date for VISION 2023. It will take place on the most powerful New Moon of 2023: The New moon in Aquarius - January 21st / 22nd.

SAVE THE DATE

VISION 2023: January 21st and 22nd

Start off 2023 on the most powerful New Moon of the year. As the New Moon enters Aquarius, we will get extra support to manifest our PERSONAL AND COLLECTIVE Visions into a grounded reality.

Astrologer Rebecca Gordon will be joining us to give an overview of 2023, Parashakti will be leading us in sacred dance as well as other special guests. Stay tuned for more information.

Until next time,
Barbara

How To Tell When To Go Forward And When To Stay Still🚶🏽‍♀️

After a summer of focusing on my healing, I was propelled forward into this new season with a new sense of purpose and passion.

I did a house blessing in NJ, a theater blessing of The Kite Runner on Broadway, an Autumn Equinox Ritual on Zoom, coached some clients, wrote an article for Mind Body Green on rituals for the Fall Equinox, shot 5 reels, interviewed Susan Piver on The Buddhist Enneagram on my IG Live and then taught in person for the second-year students at One Spirit Interfaith (the first in-person class in three years).

AND I still took time for my personal healing with acupuncture, physical therapy, and deep meditation.

Yes, I know that this seems like a lot, but there are weeks when I do very little. So how do I know when to go forward and when to stay still?

The key for me has been my relationship with my Body Elemental - the overseeing intelligence which keeps our body well. I like to think of it as an angel of the body. Before I eat, go outside, or plan any activity, I check in with my Body Elemental to see what will be the most helpful for my health and wellbeing. Sometimes the answer is to rest, take a walk, turn down a job, or eat a specific food.

I even check in to see if it is ok to take a subway or bus, or if it is better to take an Uber. My body lets me know what it needs. In fact, for almost 6 weeks after my accident, I did not go anywhere unless it was within walking distance from my apartment. I was guided not to be in a car, or any public transportation and I listened. Even though I longed to be at the beach or in the country, I knew that it was not the safest or best thing for me to do. And I know that having this deep relationship speeded up my healing.

When you take some time to offer gratitude and light to the Body Elemental daily, you will build a relationship that is built on a loving partnership. Self-care is a crucial component in our spiritual journey.

I will be traveling for most of the month of October and will be back seeing clients in November. Follow me on IG as I will be sharing my journey with you.

If you have any questions or want to book a Reading, Ritual or Coaching session, contact info@barbarabiziou.com. You can still buy my aromatherapy sprays directly from our website. And remember, all sprays are 20% off during the month of September.

SAVE THE DATE

VISION 2023: January 21st and 22nd

Start off 2023 on the most powerful New Moon of the year. As the New Moon enters Aquarius, we will get extra support to manifest our PERSONAL AND COLLECTIVE Visions into a grounded reality.

Astrologer Rebecca Gordon will be joining us to give an overview of 2023 , Parashakti will be leading us in sacred dance as well as other special guests. Stay tuned for more information.

Until next time,
Barbara

The Energy of Plants and Flowers 🌺

It was impossible to watch the funeral of Queen Elizabeth without noticing the precise symbolism of everything involved.

I was especially touched by the wreath of flowers and foliage on the coffin cut from the Gardens of Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, and Highgrove House. For centuries, flowers have been used in sacred ceremonies to represent friendship, gratitude, love and remembrance.

Buckingham Palace released a statement saying, “the foliage had been chosen for its symbolism”.

The wreath included:

• Rosemary - for remembrance

• Myrtle - ancient symbol for a happy marriage (and this was cut from a plant that was grown from a sprig of myrtle in the Queens wedding bouquet in 1947)

• English Oak- strength of love

• Garden Roses - Love

• Hydrangea - Creating your destiny

• Dahlias - Inner strength and grace

All the foliage was in shades of gold, pink, deep burgundy with touches of white, to reflect the Royal Standard. And as a symbolic gesture, the wreath was made in a totally sustainable way in a nest of English moss and oak branches.

As we enter the Fall Equinox, why not experiment with the energy of different plants and flowers as well as aromatherapy. They stimulate memories, calm our nerves, and heal our bodies. And having them in our environment can awaken psychic awareness, stimulate love and sexuality. I believe in the magic of Nature and all we need to do is consciously invite her in with love.

For the month of September (2022) all my magical Aromatherapy Sprays will be offered at a 20% discount as my gift to you. Using scent with visualization is “magical aromatherapy” as we make the most of their subtle powers through our own powers of thought to manifest needed change.

Until next time,
Barbara

Ways to Find Comfort in the Face of Life’s Challenges 🍵

Between Mercury retrograde, the full moon in Pisces, and the anniversary of 9/11, I am once more reminded that ritual is one of the greatest spiritual technologies of the 21st century. Greater and small rituals anchor us and give us a sense of belonging to something greater than ourselves. They add substance and meaning to our lives - enhancing daily routines, enriching milestones, and guiding us through life's inevitable transitions.

Rituals both support and honor the changes we experience, and they increase our capacity to embrace life fully whether we are overcoming adversity, strengthening our relationships, or enhancing our ability to experience joy and abundance.

Rituals can be as simple as transforming your morning cup of tea into a ceremony of connection or placing a coin in a success jar to mark your accomplishments. Or they can be as complex as organizing a wedding, fertility ceremony or memorial.

9/11, Covid and, in fact, every crisis humankind confronts—teaches us that comfort in the face of life’s challenges is not a luxury but a necessity. Comfort rituals are the universal lifelines that offer us deliverance from fears real and imagined; they resurrect us from the heart of despair and return us to wholeness.

As time passed, though, I noticed that many people began to bury their vulnerabilities and their need to be comforted and feel connected. They unwittingly deluded themselves into believing that they could substitute "cold comforts” like drinking, smoking, and drugging (legal and illegal), overeating or workaholism for genuine comfort.

Cold comforts numb us to the sometimes-overwhelming conditions that we cannot or chose not to face. For instance, I am reminded of a young student I saw in the park who struck an impressive yoga posture while smoking a cigarette, and the lawyer who wanted to meditate after three glasses of wine. Cold comforts devitalize us and ultimately drain us of our energy and resources.

These attempts are evidence of people’s longing to move beyond their formidable barriers to healing. But they fall short. In contrast, real comforts, which we extend to each other or to ourselves, are one of the most beautiful ways of curing what ails us.

How can we find positive sustainable comforts in our age of anxiety? A comfort that connects us to the Divine, regardless of our religion or spiritual tradition. In my work, a heart-centered ritual is the key that turns the lock and opens the mind and heart and shifts us from unconsciousness back into consciousness.

Through conscious rituals our blocked energy can be opened, and our vitality restored. No matter what form our unique comfort prescription takes, it is only when our energies are flowing that we are truly able to give and receive love and abundance.

They take us to an inner sanctuary where our inner resources can fuel our outer expression and they return us to our center, the surest place of comfort in our soul.

Work with Barbara:

I will be traveling in the month of October so if you'd like a session, please book now for September or November.

September is a month of reflection and renewal. This is the time to release the stories that keep you living an old story that does not support your expansion. Now and then live your own values. Connect to the dreams that are in alignment with your truest self. Then create a life that suits who you are. Let me guide you.

Readings: Get clarity of where you are right now, what needs to be healed and what forces are around you to move you forward. Book your reading >>

Rituals: for all of life’s transitions (healing, relationships, honoring milestones, fertility). Book a ritual >>

Coaching: Practical steps to tap into your natural genius and move you forward. Book a session or a coaching package >>

This is also a great time for a space clearing/blessing of your home.

Until next time,
Barbara

How to Create Your Own Happiness 🌞

I woke up this morning thinking of something my mother used to say. No matter what was going on in her life, she would find things to be grateful for. “You make your own happiness” was her mantra.

As we move into the last 4 months of 2022, let us reflect on how we choose to show up in the world. As Mary Oliver said, “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life”.

A happy heart draws to itself all that it needs for happiness.

Learn to be happy for others. Think of someone you know who has manifested something they wanted. Now imagine from your heart you can send vibrations of happiness and joy to them. This allows you to become more available for joy in your own life.

Now share something that makes you burst with joy to a friend or family member. It may be a beautiful sunset, the birth of a child, an art project or the love of a dear friend.

We must realize that Spirit is the source of our joy, the only Source. People and things and situations are wonderful when all is well, but since they may change, we must not place our spiritual dependence on them. We must depend on the Source which cannot change and from which all good flows.

Think of it…you go to a party and a stranger comes up to you and tells you they love your outfit or gives you a compliment……. how do you feel? Good?

Then an acquaintance or stranger comes up to you and says, “You look tired” “Are you ok?’ How do you feel? Not so good.

You are like a yoyo…going up and down based on other people’s perceptions. Don’t give your power away to other’s opinions. You are a work in progress and it is important that you appreciate and value yourself.

In Jewish tradition this is the month of Elul which leads up to a New Year on Sept 25th…it is a time for reflection. We are also moving into the Autumn Equinox (September 22nd) in the Northern Hemisphere and The Spring Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere: a time of balance.

Take some time this week and journal with the following question. What do I feel called to renew in myself this year?

Until next time,
Barbara