Honest Answers from The Rainbow Connection

I've been very out of balance the past few months. There have been outside circumstances that led to internal issues and needless to say I haven't felt very inspired. I've spent the past couple of years helping my loved ones but at my own expense. It's ok, I take responsibility for my choices and am confident I would have made the same choices to help them if I had a chance to choose again. It is my nature to help others. My name means love, passion and sweetness and it seems it was well chosen because I love others. I am passionate about helping others love themselves and sweetness? Well, I think at times I am a little too strong to be my perception of the word but I do love taking a little time out of my day to create a little pick me up for those in needs... I'm pretty sure that qualifies.


Coming out of my funk there are so many doors opening and so much I want to share with you but a promise is a promise and I am a woman of my word so Chakras it is. I will go into other areas pertaining to these wonderful energy centers we each hold within us but for now I chose to answer honestly a few of Cristina Carlino's questions from her book The Rainbow Connection. I recommend you answer the questions for yourself. It has been truly amazing to see which areas of my life I am abundant and the others that require further growth. I'm looking forward to our journey together and can't wait to share with you what is in store.


(Oh yeah, for my friends who requested to know more about pink - it is associated with the heart chakra so read info on green.)

Red

I have abundance; my material requirements are satisfied: Sometimes
I have stability; I have strong family ties, good friendships, and committed relationships: Yes
I have balance; I have tempered my aggressive male and passive female energies: Sometimes
I have security; I have a good job, practical fiscal responsibility, and dwell in a safe environment: Sometimes
I have ethics and a code of honor; I regard all things and all people as equal: Yes

 

    Red is the path of family, balance, ethics, and security.

The life lesson is that “we are the world.”

The affirmation is “I have.”

The people who are my red: My foster parents, my Aunt Brooke and Uncle Garth, my Grandpa, Alan & Susan. 
The places that give me red: Home - in the kitchen, on the couch or the back patio, Seal Beach, Gridley, my aunt Brooke and Uncle Garth’s house. 
The things that are my red: My job, my coaching work, cooking dinner for my family.

Orange

I feel pleasure; I enjoy a healthy sexual outlook and I spend time doing little things that I enjoy: Yes
I feel joy; I find laughter in each day and enjoy being silly: Yes
I feel a sense of control; I am not controlled by any addictions: Yes
I feel a great sense of well-being; I am fit, practice healthy habits, and tend to my appearance: Sometimes

 

Orange is the path of pleasure, joy, control, and a sense of well-being.

The life lesson is to “honor each other through pleasure and joy.”

The affirmation is “I feel.”

The people who are my orange: My daughter, my boyfriend, Janonn, new people I meet and connect with, my Grandmama. 
The places that give me orange: The $3 movie theater, Used bookstores, The SWAP meet, Descanso Gardens, Disney California, Captain Jack’s. 
The things that are my orange: Books – spiritual or a Jennifer Crusie, music, good food, jewelry making, painting, cosmetics and new clothes.

Yellow

I know empowerment; I set the rules and boundaries in my life: Sometimes
I know confidence; I have an unshakable belief in myself: Yes
I know the answer; I am a well informed individual: Yes
I know achievement; I am able to set and make my goals: Yes

 Yellow is the path of confidence, achievement, empowerment, and knowledge.

The life lesson is to “honor yourself and your achievements.”

The affirmation is “I can.”

  
The people who are my yellow are: My mother, Grandma Jana, Cynthia S., Mama G., Erin W., most single mothers – to me they prove daily they can do anything. 
The places that give me yellow: Places I used to work – as in I am confident in my decision to no longer work there – that something more is on the horizon. The library, friend’s homes, new places where anything is possible. Renaissance Faire or group meetings where people try to make the world a better place. 
Things that are my yellow: High heels and business suits, my computer, things I make – jewelry, paintings, writings, etc.

Green

I love peace; I am a lover, not a fighter: Yes
I love forgiveness; I do not hold anger, resentment, or blame: Sometimes
I love compassion; I have love in my heart for all people: Yes
I love generosity; I would rather give than receive: Yes

 

 Green is the path of compassion, generosity, love and forgiveness.

The life lesson is that “love is power.”

The affirmation is “I love.”

 
The people who are my green: My daughter, my Uncle Ted, my grandmama, my boyfriend, Brooke and Traci – because we always come back to each other. My cat Coco Chanel. My Dad – In that everything he does is out of love or generosity and when it goes south I see he does things out of love why he did it instead of the outcome and have learned forgiveness. 
The places that give me green: Home – making dinner for my family or playing a game or watching a movie together. Echo Park – I can’t stop without feeding someone in need. Anywhere you find children or babies – They only know love and it is contagious. 
The things that are my green: Photos, old ticket stubs or concert tickets – things that remind me of old times, my spiritual books – Anam Cara by John O’Donohue and Born To Be Together by Terry Lamb. Feeding the ducks on the patio and tending to our garden. Playing games with or reading to my daughter and boyfriend.

Blue

I express sincerity; I never lie to undermine others: Yes
I express willpower; I can make a commitment and stay with it: Yes
I express creativity; I express creativity in my personal and professional environments: Yes
I express myself verbally; I am not afraid to speak my truth: Yes

 

Blue is the path of sincerity, communication, creativity, and commitment.

The life lesson is that “truth shall set you free.”

The affirmation is “I express.”

 
The people who are my blue: Janonn, Brooke, my boyfriend, Kelli B., Susan and Alan B., Michael Moore. 
The places that give me blue: Home, CCEJ workshops, my job, the car on long drives. 
The things that are my blue: My blog, long talks with friends and loved ones, Michael’s and Joanne’s fabrics which provide me the supplies to express my creativity. My graphic design and my cooking, books – always books.

Indigo

I see beyond; I am extremely intuitive: Yes
I see imaginatively; I am inventive: Yes
I see choices; I am decisive: Sometimes
I see my purpose; I lead an inspired life: Yes
 

Indigo is the person who follows the path of intuition, wisdom, discernment, and inspiration.

The life lesson is “believing is seeing.”

The affirmation is “I see.”

The people who are my indigo: My boyfriend, myself, Nelson Mandela and Sidney Poitier
The places that give me indigo: My patio, Sedona, AZ, the bathroom when taking a bath with candles and scented oils. Almost anywhere has the ability to be this place it is more about the state I am in. In the car on long drives when my mind has time to wander. Art museums, gardens and a night sky in Arizona, the beach. 
The things that are my indigo: Painting, listening to music, writing, conversations where Spirit moves through me to help others. Reading poetry or philosophy. Walking in nature.

Violet

I trust surrender; I don’t cling to anything or anyone: Sometimes
I trust in patience; I know time is my friend: Yes
I trust fate; God always delivers: Yes
I trust gratitude; I thank God for everything and everyone: Yes

Violet is the person who follows the path of surrender, faith, patience, and gratitude.

The life lesson is “I will, thy will.”

The affirmation is “I trust.”

The people who are my violet: Giovanna, Ghandi and Brian L. Weiss 
The places that give me violet: Gardens, beaches – anywhere in nature. Candlelit rooms at night with incense while meditating. Anywhere I travel while meditating. Within myself. 
The things that are my violet: Time alone or watching others I love sleep. Sitting outside looking at every living thing around me. Looking back on how cyclical life is and what goes down also comes back up with more blessings than before.