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Journaling for Intuition Support By Fran Jablway Trust that the answers will be presented in the most perfect form for you. When you hear the word “journal,” does it bring to mind historical documentation by an everyday person, such as Anne Frank’s story of hiding from the Nazis during World War II? Something more scientific, perhaps Charles Darwin’s notes on his Galapagos expedition? Maybe the rich colors and images reflecting Frida Kahlo’s inner life? All are uses for journaling. We, however, will be using it to strengthen our connection to Spirit through the messages that come to us via intuition. Writing adds structure and form to these messages while demonstrating your willingness to work with them. Think about a parachute. The cords attaching it to the skydiver’s harness shape it into a wind-catching cup, enabling the diver to descend safely. Were it not for the cords, the ‘chute would aimlessly wave about, and the unfortunate diver would be in as bad shape as if he had jumped without it. Unlike skydiving, journaling can be done from the comfort of your favorite chair. Light some candles, play some inspiring music, and let’s get started. Exercise One: Dear Intuition ... Need to communicate with someone or something that can’t or shouldn’t be reached through conventional channels? Try writing the other party an unsent letter in your journal. You can say what you never were able to say before you parted ways; you can release anger (better done on a separate sheet and burned); you can petition your Higher Power for help in manifesting a desire. In this case, we’ll be writing a letter to your intuition. State your intention to work with it and ask it to help you. You may ask for guidance with a specific issue, or you may ask for general assistance. Thank it, then sign your name, just as you would if you were writing a letter to an incarnate being with a street or email address. Next, still yourself with a few breaths. You may get an urge to pick up your pen again. That’s intuition wanting to write a return note. Let your pen go where it needs to go. If it helps to make the process more “real,” try naming your intuition or picturing what this source of knowing and wisdom might look like. Close your eyes, take a couple of deep breaths and ask, “Intuition, what should I call you? What image reflects you best?” Trust that the answers will be presented in the most perfect form for you.
Exercise Two: Recording Flashes New to working with intuition? Over the next few days, pay attention to physical sensations, or to voices that may speak in your head, or repetitive thoughts, chance meetings (a/k/a divine appointments) or a sense of just knowing. That’s your intuition talking to you. It may be bringing something you need to know to your attention, or it may be encouraging you to take action on this plane to bring about a desire. For example, I get a sensation on the left side of my skull that feels as if someone is pressing a hand to my head in a blessing. I also get chills, and I sometimes just “know.” Date and take notes as the flashes, hits, revelations come in. Don’t forget to say “thank you.”
Exercise Three: Dialoging with Your Inner Guidance This is like an old fashioned chat with a trusted friend, only you write it out on paper. It’s just like conversation between characters in a novel or story, only you don’t have to make it up. Fran (me): Intuition, hi. Is it time to take my dog to a different vet? Intuition: I’ve been trying to tell you that. That’s why I made you feel uneasy the last few times you went to the old clinic. F: Where should I go? I: (A picture of business card for new vet practice in town forms on my mental projection screen.) F: Thank you. I followed through and the new vet is working out fine. You bet that I said “thank you.” Exercise Four: Dream Work 101 New to dream work? Start by asking Spirit to surround you with white light and use the most positive possible symbols to reveal the messages to you. Next, set the intention that you will remember your dreams in the morning. As you drift off to sleep, gently state three times, “I will sleep deeply and well through the night. I will remember my dreams in the morning and be receptive to their guidance.” When you get up, record what you can remember in your journal. As with any other exercise, the more you do it, the easier it gets. Look at the details in your dream. Do some free association, or do some dialoging as in Exercise Three. You might just know on a gut level what it’s about. What connections can you make with your daily life? Trust what’s being given to you. Another personal example: some years ago, I’d overextended myself with too many commitments. One night, I dreamed about being covered with ticks. Graphic, yes. Even with the intention of the most positive possible symbols, your intuition will do what it must to get your attention. In this case, it gave me a needed springboard for reprioritizing my schedule. Over time, you may find recurring symbols popping up. For example, do you dream of cars before a transition such as a new job or a move? Keep a list handy to expedite decoding. No matter which exercise you work with, please don’t censor or edit what comes out of your pen and onto your page. Journaling isn’t about writing for an audience. This is about strengthening your relationship between you and your intuition, the most valuable companion you have in this lifetime. Fran Jablway is a writer and life coach who's put pen to paper regularly for the last twenty years. She's found journaling to be an invaluable tool for growth, healing and manifestation, and enjoys guiding others in writing their way to happier lives. She's available for workshops and individual sessions. Her website is http://thejournalcoach.net.
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