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Resources for
Crisis |
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If you are in an urgent crisis:
Call 9-1-1
Call your local Mental Health Hotline
Call appropriate medical or legal professionals |
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Almost everyone
finds themselves in crisis at some point in their life. Crises
can be urgent or they can unfold over a period of time.
It is crucial to make sure to get the help
you need during crisis. The following are suggestions which may help. |
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First- go into action for yourself and find
the right professionals if needed. You may need a doctor, alternative
medical practitioner, therapist, attorney, financial or tax advisor. If you
are in serious trouble, you are likely having bad transits, so there is
something to be said for using a professional you already know if possible-
this avoids natalizing a new professional relationship during negative
stars. Get referrals to find the best practitioners. If the first person you
consult doesn't feel right, seek out someone else. If in doubt along the
way, get a second opinion. |
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Reaching out for extra support is a central
strategy during crisis times- even if you are a strong person and usually
don't need outside help. Some ideas:
Call all your friends, even those you haven't
seen for a while. You may be surprised who will show up for you.
Find a support group and go often!
Look for: Groups oriented toward your specific crisis General support groups Appropriate 12-step groups- CODA can be a good general
group If the first group you try doesn't resonate for you, try another and another
until you find a group where you feel at home. Even if you hate the whole
idea of a group- force yourself to find a good one- you'll be amazed how
much it helps, even if you don't say a word.
Find a great therapist. This too can take
several tries. A referral from someone you trust is a great place to start.
Find a great bodyworker and get
therapeutic massages. |
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It is always good to keep your own list of
healthy things that you can do for yourself when you need nurturing.
You can refer to this list when you are feeling bad and don't know what to
do to feel better. Some basic ideas are:
Take a hot shower or bath Go for a walk or hike Read a good book
Make yourself a nice meal or a cup of tea Call a friend or get together
Give or get a hug Take a nap Meditate |
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Deepen
your personal spirituality. A spiritual base can give you the
internal resources you need to weather any storm. If you have a satisfying
spiritual practice, give your practice extra time and reach within it for
some new dimension. If you aren't
clear what type of spirituality is comfortable to you, try doing some
searching with an open mind. Follow your hunches. Remember that you don't
have to please anyone else. You
may find your spiritual home within a "traditional" religion, or elsewhere.
Those that feel that they have exhausted traditional sources may find
answers in
Eastern thought, philosophy, spiritual
practice Feminine "Goddess" spiritual traditions Nature-based spiritual practices Native American spiritual traditions Inspirational literature of almost any kind
Remember that as you grow and evolve, so will your spiritual beliefs and
practice. One's sense of spiritual connection, like many things, can be somewhat cyclical. Do what
you need to do to open your heart and become One with All That Is. |
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Pray and Meditate
It has been said that prayer is talking to God,
and meditation is listening to God. Take time to talk, and to listen.
I believe that the power of
prayer cannot be underestimated. It is VERY IMPORTANT that your
prayers, and the prayers of anyone praying for you, hold the
vision and essence of your crisis RESOLVED, and not the
negativity of the current crisis itself. Avoid the
emotions of sadness, pity, etc. and clearly hold the desired
SOLUTION in consciousness.
When you pray, you might want to try this
format. Remember the acronym I-N-S-I-G-H-T-S
Invocation- call upon the presence of God/Goddess/All That Is, feel the
rush of Divine energy, feel
Oneness with the Infinite
Number- count your blessings one by one
Surrender- surrendering yourself, your thoughts, feelings, body, spirit,
relationships, situations, and problems to the Infinite- "Thy will be done"
Intentions- things, situations that I want and intend for myself- "Ask
and ye shall receive"
Gifts- wishes and prayers for others
Healing- asking for assistance in the healing and the forgiveness of
people and situations
Thanks- thanking the Creator for his/her help and attention
Send it out- release your prayer into the Universe, knowing that as it is
released, it is accomplished- "And so it is"
Meditation is a process of becoming still and quiet, without
interruption, (sitting in the lotus position seems to help), and allowing
your thoughts to drift by, one after another. Allow them to pass by, one by
one like the cars of a train, without judging or trying to control them.
Just observe your thoughts, while remaining neutral. Focus on your rhythmic
breath, feeling the breath passing in and out past the tips of your
nostrils. Let your body relax, and your thoughts become quiet. In the silent
spaces you create, and with patient practice, the small and quiet voice of God can be heard.
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Make an affirmation tape and add
appropriate statements for both your current situation and for
general good- see examples for this below. Always use PRESENT TENSE
& POSITIVE PHRASING (i.e. "I am well," INSTEAD OF "I'm not
sick.") Listen to your tape at least twice a day.
I trust God/the Universe.
I am well/happy/free/at peace, etc. I deserve to be
well/happy/free/at peace, etc. I deserve to be nourished by myself and others. I deserve only good things in my life. (you may want to list these
specifically) I am worthy just because I exist. |
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Get in touch with your needs. Being as specific as possible, make a list of
your current needs such as: Survival needs (food, shelter, etc.) Financial needs (budgeting, income, retirement planning, etc.) Emotional needs (friendship, affection, intimacy, support, etc.) Physical needs (exercise, fresh air, sexual release, medical attention,
etc.) Intellectual needs (mental stimulation, purposefulness, etc.) Spiritual needs (spiritual practice, meditation time, etc.)
Notice how well these needs are being met, and look at ways you might meet
them better or enlist more help to get them met. |
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Find a way to make a
contribution. No matter how horrible, empty, or stressed-out you feel, an outward focus can be amazingly
uplifting.
Donate time and energy to those less fortunate than yourself. Advance
the cause of your specific issue. Help a friend. Listen to someone
else's problems. Find a purpose that is larger than yourself. |
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I pray that you and
your loved ones experience vital health and well-being,
love and joy, abundance, safety, and deep connection with God.
May you and yours be blessed and surrounded by White Light now
and forever. |
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It's vitally
important
to make every effort to keep your crisis- coping
mechanisms healthy.
Some things that we may become dependent
upon during a crisis can later become serious problems in their
own right.
Don't compound your problems. Never solve a
short-term problem by creating a long-term problem! |
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The Bach
Flower Essence Blend
"Rescue Remedy" can instantly help with
panic, shock, and other emotional traumas.
Take a couple of drops
under the tongue or sipped in water as often as needed.
It is available at
most heath-food stores or online.
More info. |
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Be patient. (Yes,
this can seem impossible.) Sometimes we can't resolve a crisis
until the astrological cycles that set the stage for crisis have passed.
During these times, our normal luck is not with us, so
"desperate" measures or irresponsible actions often create more
problems than they solve. Again- don't do anything which may compound
your problems.
If there is no immediate resolution, the best course is often to
SURRENDER your situation to God. In surrender as with many things, you
may need to keep surrendering many times before it "clicks" and you feel
the resulting calm. Surrender may not solve your crisis, but often you
can achieve the peace of mind that can allow you to continue on. Then,
when challenging astrological cycles give way to positive ones, your
situation will often resolve itself. |
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Crisis No-Nos!
Avoiding appropriate professional care or advice
Alcohol to excess or while driving
Illegal Drugs
Abuse of
Prescription Drugs
Lashing Out
Overspending
Dependency on an unethical or shady practitioner of any kind
Eating junk food/excess sugar
Not getting plenty of sleep
Giving up self-care
Watching disturbing movies/TV
Being self-destructive
Making major changes in your life
Losing faith in God |
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Magi Helena
offers these suggestions based upon her years of training and
experience. As with any advice, you must use your own judgment to make
final decisions in this free-will Universe. By taking
any action whatsoever subsequent to reading this page, you agree
that any choices you make are solely your responsibility, and Magi
Helena cannot
be held liable for any such actions. Please note that no
generalized advice can substitute for necessary
or appropriate advice from a physical or mental healthcare
professional,
an attorney, or a financial advisor. |
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