How can it be August already? It feels like the summer is flying by!
Now that I am settled into my new home, I'm finding my flow and enjoying time to tap into the current energies. This week, we have the opportunity to step into the Lion's Gate Portal, which reaches its peak on August 8th (8:8), when the Sun aligns with the rising star Sirius and Orion's Belt. The lion reflects the fiery, bold, and courageous astrological energies of our Leo Sun. And as most of you know, 8 is a very significant number for me, so I always look forward to this particular portal day, which amplifies the infinite, multidimensional, and abundant nature of the universe and our soul.
When you encounter Lion's Gate posts on social media, it is typical to see this portal represented by big, cosmic lions. So you may be wondering, What's up with the baby lion in the heading? Well, I chose that graphic because it's all part of the message I have been guided to share.
For me, the theme of this portal is courage, of which the lion is a powerful symbol. But the focus of that courage is to embrace our inner child. A picture of a lion cub seemed much more appropriate than the classic male lion.
The ascension journey is about the magic and wonder of our inner world, and to truly embrace it, we need to let our inner child lead. But for many of us, our inner child may require some healing, and that can mean exploring our shadows so we can guide that child back to a place where it feels safe to come out and play. It also means giving ourselves permission to believe in magic and be silly every now and then. Can you be brave enough to let your unique, creative, and playful essence be free to simply be?
As I sat in meditation today, I saw the image of a playful little girl being gently tugged away by her grown-up self because of some undefined expectation to do something "serious." My beautiful divine guide, Daniel, appeared and sat down beside me as a gorgeous, radiant lion. He is the embodiment of divine courage.
He said, "Dee, can you be brave enough to just be? That is all that is required of you right now. Let yourself play, be creative, and all will be revealed."
I understood the origin of this message because I recently found myself falling into old ways of doing things at a time when I am meant to rest, contemplate, and make space for a new, creative way of being to emerge. That means having the courage to leave behind familiar ways of doing things, face the unknown, and let go of trying to control every little detail of my life.
Now is the time to let my inner child take the lead and remind her that she is brave and ready to imagine a world full of magic and infinite possibilities for both of us.
If you are experiencing feelings of fear or uncertainty right now, it is likely that the current energies are inviting you to explore something ready to be acknowledged and healed. To discover more, you might want to connect with your inner child and ask what wisdom he or she wishes to share with you.
And if you need a little extra courage to begin that journey, I invite you to ask Daniel for assistance. He would be honoured to help and guide you.
Peace Be,
Channa Dee
