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[hoodooden]

Avoid gossip and drama. Let go of things you can’t control. Avoid comparing yourself to others. Keep your faith larger than your fears. Don’t do anything that doesn’t feel right. Don’t be afraid to spend some alone time. Speak kindly to yourself and to other people. Please yourself before trying to please others. Stay away from people who drain your energy. Ignore any options that don’t enhance your life. #spirituality #spiritual #manifest #metaphysical #universe #mindfulness #astrology #tarotcards #tarotcard #abundance #ascension #soells #awake #intuition #reiki https://www.instagram.com/p/CffkxoXsAas/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[gothdaddyissues]

The Devil Came To A Small Town

Chapter Three available on Ao3 - or under the cut (~6500 words)

Summary: Cardinal Copia seeks out Primo for some advice. Izzy and Copia meet again, and continue to pine for each other (like the idiots they are).

Tags: OC female, Cardinal Copia, Papa I/Primo, Mutual Pining, Slow Burn, Ministry Hijinks, Idiots in Love (heart-eyes motherfucker), Eventual Smut (but not yet), swears and cursings, No Beta (we die like Terzo), Google Translate Italiano

Catch up here: | Chapter 1 | Chapter 2 |

September 30

Her nose was cold.

Isabelle had slept with her bedroom window open. The night air was crisp and cool this time of year and always made for the best sleeping environment. The contrast between the outdoor breeze and her body cuddled in the blankets guaranteed a blissful night’s rest. But now, the chill was creeping in, slithering across her face, tickling her ears, and sneaking down into the cozy nest she had built in her bed.

She sat up with difficulty, her cat asleep between her legs and burrowed in blankets to keep warm. She gave him a pat on his head, noticing his ears were cold too.

“Gonna go close the window, Poe,” she said to him, “Be right back.”

The uncarpeted floor was like ice. Hissing, she skipped across the room to the window and pushed the curtains back enough to close it. The first colors of dawn were coming to light on the horizon, while the moon and stars still hung visible in the clear sky overhead.

Izzy hurried back to the bed, wrapping herself up in the covers again. She grabbed her phone to check the clock - just past 6:15 am, hours before her usual wake-up time. But she was wide awake now, the cold on her skin jolting her straight into full consciousness. She lay huddled in her duvet, staring up at the ever-lightening sky through the gap in the curtains. Today was the last day of September, meaning tomorrow would start the busiest month of the year for her, business-wise and personally. Samhain / Halloween would be here before she knew it.

She fussed under the blankets, rolling over onto her side, annoying the cat enough to make him jump off the bed. It was unlikely she would go back to sleep at this point, between the chill and Poe hounding her for breakfast now that she was awake. She mentally ran down her checklist of things to do for the day. End-of-the-month bookkeeping would be her first priority. She had to make some orders for supplies. Was there anything left over from the previous day?

The previous day…. Cardinal Copia.

Fuck.

She had successfully managed to distract herself with TikToks long enough to fall asleep the night before. There were no captivating dreams about him (or the skull-painted man that may or may not be him). And she had awoken without thoughts of him, until this moment.

Now it was unlikely she’d think of much else.

“Okay, fine,” she sighed to herself, tossing aside the covers and getting out of bed, “Let’s get the day started.”

Izzy took her time with her morning routine: feeding the cat, a shower, a light dusting of makeup, and a cup of tea with some avocado toast for breakfast. She planned to go to the shop early for a head start on paperwork in an effort to keep her mind occupied. She sat and ate her meal, staring out the window at the sun finishing its rise. A foggy haze was descending, the cool air mixed with the still-warm earth to blanket the town in mist. This was her favorite type of weather.

So instead of working, she chose to distract herself by heading outside for a walk. She outfitted herself all in black - leggings, a sweater, a long coat that hung past her knees, and her most comfortable boots. With her phone in hand, her earbuds in, and her moody Darkwave playlist on shuffle, she ventured into the chill morning.

She first went down Main Street a few blocks, then crossed the road onto King Street. She passed the dry cleaner, the salon where she got her hair done, the Reiki practitioner, the insurance office, and finally the library, one of the oldest and most imposing buildings in town. It was still too early for anything to be open, but the streets were alive with residents on their morning jogs or walking their dogs. She exchanged smiles and nods with everyone she saw.

King Street came to an abrupt dead end just past the library. At the end of the block was the entrance to a vast forested area, known to most everyone simply as “The Woods.” It was blocked off by concrete barriers, with a small enough opening to allow only pedestrians and cyclists through. The town owned the Woods, and while it was not an official park, the residents used the roughed-in trails as though it were. Over the years, unscrupulous businessmen had tried - repeatedly - to buy it, tear it out, and develop it, but the town had always fought back and kept them at bay. It was too beloved a spot to destroy.

It was also the place where Izzy felt most at home.

Being a witch, she was drawn to nature, of course. But she had spent so many hours of her childhood and youth exploring and playing in these woods. And as she grew into her teen years, the Woods became a safe haven for her and her friend group. It was a place where they could hide away from their parents, drink, smoke, play music, and party. The secret makeshift clearings they had built deep in the brush still stood. She never felt afraid here, only comfortable and nostalgic.

The main path through the Woods was not paved, but so well-worn that it was easy to navigate. Izzy took her time and kept a steady pace, enjoying the music in her ears while she wandered the path. Birds and squirrels were busying themselves preparing for winter. Acorns and leaves crunched under her boots. This was the distraction she needed. There were no thoughts except existing in this moment and enjoying the foggy beauty around her. She was content. She inhaled deeply, the brisk air filling her lungs, and the heady smell of damp earth enveloping her.

About twenty minutes into her walk she reached a large clearing, known as the Halfway Log Turnaround, so named because of the huge trunk of a felled tree that lay across the ground there. It was the ideal place to have a seat and rest. This was also the spot where most people would, as the name implied, turn around and head back into town, which was what Izzy had initially intended on doing. But she stopped, surveying the way ahead of her.

The path continued on, past the clearing, further into a more dense part of The Woods. It was not nearly as well-worn as the first half of the path since it was now so rarely used. It was a bit harder to navigate, more serpentine, but still accessible if you were confident and careful. Or if you knew the way as well as Izzy did. Because she and her friends had traveled it often back in the day, using it as a shortcut to get to Windermere Abbey.

Windermere Abbey. The new home of the Church of Emeritus. Where the Cardinal most likely was, right this minute.

Now she was second-guessing herself. Had she really wanted to just ‘go for a walk’ or was she being compelled to end up here? Here on the path that would carry her to the mystery man she was so drawn to…

Izzy checked the time - it was almost 8:30. She had about two and a half hours before the store was due to open. The wooded path ended beside the old, overgrown graveyard at the back of the Abbey property. It would take about twenty more minutes to get there, then another forty or so minutes back to town.

Her head was telling her to turn around and go home.

But her feet had already started moving in the opposite direction.

********

Copia hurried through the halls of the Abbey, red cassock swishing around his legs and Grucifix jingling as he moved. He had successfully avoided any more interaction with Sister Imperator the previous evening by taking his dinner in his office and heading right to his quarters afterward. He had slept fitfully, unable to stop thinking about Isabella, and had to drag himself out of bed as early as he could so he could speak with Primo before the duties of his day began. And he wanted to do it before Sister Imperator was up and about, so he had to move quickly.

He made a brief stop in the dining hall, pouring two silver travel mugs full of hot, fresh coffee. With one in each hand, he made his way through the less-traveled corridors at the rear of the main building, taking the first exit he could find that would lead him out into the grounds behind the Abbey. He used his elbow to push down on the handle, bumping it outwards with his ass to open the door, then kicking it shut with his foot once he was outside.

It was a beautiful autumn morning, the air brisk but refreshing. The rising sun’s rays shone through the light mist hanging over the gardens and into the forest beyond. It was peaceful with no siblings or clergy in sight. The only sounds were the occasional chirping of birds and the crunch of gravel under his feet as he approached the large greenhouse on the other side of the Abbey grounds.

Primo’s ghoul Alpha kept watch at the greenhouse entrance, and he opened up the door for Copia when he saw him approaching with his hands full.

“Thank you, Alpha. Primo is here, si?” Copia asked.

Alpha nodded, pointing toward the far end of the greenhouse.

The air inside was heavy with the lush fragrance of flowers, herbs, and rich soil. There were small puddles of water here and there, rivulets trickling towards the floor drain as Primo watered the raised plant beds with an antique watering can. He was humming happily to himself, seeming so content that Copia felt almost guilty interrupting him.

“Buongiorno, Primo,” he greeted, “Come stai?”

“Ah, Cardinale! You brought me un caffè? Ti benedico, figlio!” Primo took the coffee mug from Copia and took a deep, appreciative, swig. “I am well, my boy. Much better now, with this.” Primo took another sip before continuing, “It is good to see you, Cardinale. We missed you at dinner last night. Were you unwell?”

Copia sat on a bench next to the garden bed Primo was tending. “No, not unwell,” he said, “Just busy. I had a half day’s worth of work to catch up on.”

“Because of your trip into town yesterday?” Primo gave him a sly wink. “We heard all about your visit to the magic shop.”

Copia furrowed his brow. How would they find that out? Did Aether tell them? “You did? From whom?”

“Imperator, of course,” Primo continued, placing his coffee mug down on the railing of the plant bed and turning back to his herb garden. “She told us how smitten you were with the witchy lady who runs the place.”

Copia cringed. He lowered his head, setting his mug on the ground between his feet, then covering his face with his hands. “That is… Sister did not… errgghh…” he groaned, “She didn’t say that, did she?”

“Well, perhaps not in those exact words, but that was what she implied. She went on at great length about her shop and how whimsical it was, about her kindness and her helpfulness, how lovely she is. She said those were your words.”

Copia couldn’t deny that. He had told Sister as much. “Si,” he said quietly, “She is all those things and more.”

The hushed tone of Copia’s voice made Primo glance over his shoulder at the Cardinal hunched on the bench, and he turned back to him with full attention. “Is this a bad thing, Copia?” he asked, his concern obvious.

Copia was silent for a moment. He shook his head. “No, not a bad thing. Not exactly. It’s just… it was all so strange.”

“Strange how?” Primo asked, picking up his coffee and taking a seat next to Copia. “Speak to me, figlio, tell me what happened.”

There was a reason he felt comfortable confiding in Primo. The old man was patient and understanding, but above all, he was like the father he’d never had. Copia knew he could trust him and that Primo would offer thoughtful and logical advice. He raised his head from his hands. “There is something about her that I cannot explain. When I met her, it felt as if… well, as if I knew her already. I was so drawn to her, I could not look away. I took her hand and I did not want to let go. I felt like an absolute fool. And then I couldn’t sleep last night for thinking of her. This is not like me, Primo. I’ve never had something like this happen before. It makes no sense. I’m confused.”

Copia was clearly distraught, but Primo could not help but raise his eyebrows and give a soft chuckle. “Ah yes,” he began, “I see. Things like this happen if you are lucky. Usually for a reason, you know. It can be a mystery as to why at first, but that reason will make itself clear in time. The Dark Lord has blessed you. Why does this upset you? Are you not happy? Intrigued?”

The Cardinal blinked a few times, not really expecting Primo to react that way. He was not upset, or unhappy. More puzzled and anxious than anything else. Mostly, he couldn’t understand why a woman as lovely as Isabelle would want anything to do with him. “I just think it’s a bit absurd,” was all he could manage.

“You are too rational, Cardinale,” Primo said, “This is why you are bothered. You want things to ‘make sense.’ You want everything to have a reasonable explanation. You hate the idea that such things might be out of your control or that fate has decided for you. I understand. I don’t fault you for that, it is just your nature.” He gave Copia a pat on the shoulder. “But matters of the heart very rarely ‘make sense.’”

Copia picked up his mug and took a long sip of his coffee. He still didn’t want to believe it. “It feels… I mean I feel… eh… People don’t just fall in love at first sight.”

“What do you think happened when I met my Lilliana, hmm?”

“You can’t be serious?”

Primo readjusted himself on the bench to be more comfortable, facing Copia. “Oh si, it is true. It was long ago, when I was a Cardinal like you, back at the Ministry in Italy. We met in the library. I turned around a bookshelf and ran right into her, the books she carried falling everywhere. I helped her gather them up, all apologies. When our eyes finally met, it was the same feeling you described. I could not look away. I felt as if I was on fire. My heart and my soul knew her, knew that she was the one I was searching for. My beautiful Lilliana. From that very moment, she was mine and I was hers. 50 years we spent together, Copia. And even though she is gone from this earth now, I see her in each flower I grow here. She is still with me.”

The old man’s words hit Copia hard. He had fond memories of Prime Mover Lilliana, of how she and Primo were infatuated with each other even into their golden years. Their relationship had been a pure example of true love and left Copia wondering if he would ever experience something like it. But that was years ago when he was a younger man. His last serious relationship had ended when he was promoted to Cardinal, and he had long since given up on such illusions…

He gave Primo’s arm a gentle squeeze. “You were a very lucky man to have known such love in your life. But I’m not searching for anything, or anyone.”

“Your head may not be, but your heart is. It always is. Things come to you when you stop looking for them,” Primo said sagely. “You need to get out of here,” he tapped Copia on the forehead, “And use this instead,” he nudged him in the middle of his chest. “Thank Satanas you do not think with your dick like Terzo does.”

The two men shared a knowing laugh. Primo’s youngest brother Terzo, the wild and lascivious Papa Emeritus the Third, would never have such hesitant thoughts when it came to an attractive woman. Copia was no stranger to carnal pleasure - he was, after all, high-ranking clergy in a church that encouraged such things. But he had no desire to compete with Terzo’s libertine antics.

“We joke, yes, but I am serious Copia,” Primo said softly. “These last few years have been challenging for us all, but for you especially - becoming Papa’s Cardinale, leaving Italy and Sister Antonella to come here… You do so much for us, for the Ministry, but I see you have changed. You work, you eat, you sleep. You isolate yourself. Where is your joy, figlio? I worry about you. True, you are not an Emeritus by blood, but to us you are family. We want you to be happy. You should have seen Sister Imperator last night, so excited talking about you and this lady.”

This was Copia’s chance to divert the topic of conversation from himself to the real reason he came to speak with Primo. “Speaking of Sister Imperator, have you found her… difficult to deal with of late?”

Primo shook his head. “No, not more so than usual. But I don’t interact with her as much as you do. Has she been causing you trouble?”

“She was the one who sent me into town yesterday. She insisted that I go, told me I had to meet Miss Bennett. It was on purpose. It felt like she was pushing us together. I suspect it was all because of one of her damn visions.”

“I would not be surprised. The Sister has become quite the avid prophet of late, eh?” Primo mused before downing the last of his coffee.

“Do you think we should be concerned?” Copia asked. “It’s starting to worry me.”

“Why?” Primo stood and shuffled off to the potting table in the corner. “Imperator has always had visions of some sort, as far back as I can remember. Births, deaths, times of joy or turmoil - she saw them beforehand.” He returned with a small pair of shears and began pruning overgrowth from his herbs. “I was always impressed with her accuracy. She would warn me when bad weather was coming so I could protect my plants. And there was that time she told Terzo who would win the Superbowl. He won quite a lot of money making bets.”

“Yes, but compare that to what she’s doing now. Buying this Abbey, all the renovations, moving our Clergy here, taking on students, summoning more Ghouls… These are major decisions that affect all of us, and The Ministry as a whole. Based on one woman’s visions.”

“But these are all good things, yes?” Primo countered, “We are thriving here! Our numbers increase week on week. We are spreading our message. As the Sister’s commitment to the Dark One grows, so does her connection with Him. Her devotion is rewarded with the strengthening of her foresight.”

“Primo, you and I both know that the Dark One does not just grant gifts. There is always a price,” Copia said, gesturing to his white eye, the symbol of his communion with the lord Lucifer. “What price will she have to pay for this great blessing, hm?”

The old man stopped fussing with his plants and turned his full attention back to Copia. “I do not know, figlio,” he said, an edge of worry in his voice, “If Sister has made a contract with our Dark Lord for her visions, she is wise enough to know the consequences. There is little we can do to change that. Hopefully, the continued success of The Ministry will be payment enough.”

“I hope so,” Copia said ruefully. “I worry that she’d burn this place down with all of us inside just because The Devil told her to.”

Primo sighed. “You are not the only one to have such concerns. Secondo has said similar things to me. He too worries that this is getting out of hand and that Sister Imperator is playing a dangerous game. Trust me when I say he is keeping an eye on her. I will tell him you are worried as well.”

“Thank you, Papa,” Copia nodded. “What about the others? What do they think?”

“They say and do nothing. Terzo is Terzo. He he reaping the rewards of our success without worrying about the consequences. But he would side with us if it came to that, this I know. And Nihil, quel vecchio sporcaccione, is as useless as tits on a bull. Whatever Imperator wants, he agrees. As it has always been.”

With a furrowed brow, Copia finished the last of his coffee. This conversation with Primo wasn’t easing his fears in the slightest. Secondo was the most experienced of the brothers in communicating with the Dark One. If he was nervous about Imperator’s heightened abilities, Copia was right to be uneasy.

Primo sat next to him again, placing a reassuring hand on Copia’s arm. “I think I understand… you and Sister have a complex relationship. She is like a mother to you. You worry about her, about what she is doing to herself and to all of us. And at the same time, you are upset. You feel she is meddling in your life, manipulating you into meeting with this witchy shop lady, si?”

The Cardinal laughed under his breath. The eldest Emeritus brother was well into his 80s, but his mind was still as sharp and perceptive as a young man’s. “Yes,” he said, “That’s exactly it.”

“Do you wish for me to just acknowledge your feelings, or would you like my advice?” Primo asked.

“I always value your advice, Papa,” Copia answered.

“Then my advice is this: do not dismiss your attraction to this woman because of the circumstances of your meeting. I have been where you are, I have felt these feelings for someone once, and I have never regretted it for a moment. I would wish the same happiness on you. You are a most loyal servant to the Dark One, and if he has brought the two of you together, there is a reason. He finds you deserving. What have you got to lose?”

“My immortal soul? It’s possible Sister Imperator has already sold it to him.”

It was Primo’s turn to laugh now. “Oh, Cardinale, she would never! You are too dear to her. But I would sell my soul five times over to have Lilliana back in my arms again. To me, it would be worth it.” His tone grew more serious, “Try not to let Sister trouble you, alright? We will keep watch over her. Live your life and try to find some happiness. Will you do that for me?”

“I’ll try, Primo. But no promises. I already have a full-time job keeping Terzo out of trouble,” Copia replied with a weary smile.

“We’ll see if we can’t get you some help with that too,” Primo offered, “You shouldn’t have to shoulder that burden alone.”

Primo’s Ghoul abruptly appeared, on alert. He stared pointedly out of the greenhouse window towards the back of the Abbey grounds. He was tense, his hands flexed with claws at the ready, and a low growl came from his throat.

“What is it Alpha?” Primo asked, alarmed. He stood and went to his Ghoul, following his line of sight with his own. Alpha stood in front of him protectively, but Primo placed his hand on the Ghoul’s shoulder to calm him. “It’s alright, it’s alright. It’s just a visitor.”

Copia popped up from the bench. “Oh! Is the deer back again?” he asked excitedly, making his way to the window, hoping to catch a glimpse of the stag that visited most mornings.

It was not the deer. It was a woman walking through the abandoned cemetery at the edge of the property. Even from several yards away, Copia recognized her immediately. His heart fluttered, his breath hitched. Isabella.

“Oh sweet Satanas, Primo. It’s her,” he whispered, “It’s Miss Bennett.”

“Well, well, well,” Primo grinned, “If that’s not a sign, I don’t know what is, Copia. You’d best go say hello to her, si?”

********

Izzy emerged from the Woods through a bower formed by the thick, unkempt hedges that edged the Abbey’s property. The abandoned nun’s cemetery stood just ahead of her, still shrouded in fog, most of its thin, plain tombstones jutting out of the ground at odd angles. Some stones were broken, while others lay flat on the ground in various states of decay, covered in moss and ivy. It was a bit more run-down than the last time she had been out here and vastly worse than she recalled from back in the day. It was dank and dreary, and perfectly melancholy.

Off to her left, several yards away was Windermere Abbey. This was the first time she had seen it since the Church of Emeritus had taken possession. Her last visit here with Ari was the previous autumn - it had been derelict for years at that point. Their amateurish attempts at urban exploration yielded nothing but crumbling old buildings filled with trash and graffiti, infestations of rats, gaping holes in the roofs, broken windows, and rotting wood.

But now? Now it was nothing like she had remembered.

The main chapel and all the other structures surrounding it looked as pristine as old buildings could possibly be. A new metal roof had been installed. All the masonry was repaired. Stained glass windows had been re-installed, and even the greenhouse was restored. The gardens were perfectly manicured, bordered by neat paths of clean gravel. Even the long wooden dormitory building along the side of the property had been completely rebuilt. It had likely been decades since it looked so immaculate. Izzy estimated that it must have cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, maybe even millions, to renovate it to this condition. And the interior was no doubt refurbished in a similar, grand manner. This beautiful piece of history was finally being appreciated again, but it was a stark contrast to the overgrown graveyard here.

She strolled through the cemetery, one of her clique’s favorite places to hang out and do dramatic, goth fashion photoshoots when she was a teenager. It was embarrassing to think about now, especially after learning the history of the building and the convent that occupied it. All these women who had lived their lives in pious devotion were long forgotten, their names barely visible on the worn stone tablets. Nature was taking it over, and Izzy found that morbidly appropriate. Earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust, and all that.

The sun was rising higher in the sky now, burning off the lingering fog. She would have to start her walk back to town soon to open the store on time. There hadn’t been a soul out on the Abbey grounds at this early hour, and she felt oddly disappointed. Some part of her had hoped she would see the Cardinal… which was silly, really. Did she expect him to be sitting there waiting for her? Of course not. He’d have no way of even knowing she was here. It was early, he was a busy man, he had duties and classes to teach, and a life of his own. This was technically his home - if he saw her, would he think she was stalking him? Was she trespassing on private property?

Suddenly, she was an anxious mess. Her mind raced with panicked thoughts. This is stupid. Why am I here? I shouldn’t have come… I need to get back. Go quick, before someone sees you, dumbass…

Izzy turned on her heel and started back towards the Woods. She took one last, admiring glance towards the Abbey.

That’s when she saw him. The Cardinal. Clad in a deep crimson cassock. Approaching her.

Holy shit.

Her head felt fuzzy and her heart was hammering in her chest as he came closer. The panic she was feeling just moments ago was still thrumming through her, like a hormonal teenager coming face to face with her crush.

The Cardinal must have sensed her anxiety. He moved forward slowly, as if she were a frightened animal that he didn’t want to scare off. And then he waved. A shy, awkward wave accompanied by an equally shy, awkward smile. He gazed at her, those hypnotic mismatched eyes twinkling, and it melted away the panic inside of her. She returned the wave, realizing only then that she still had her earbuds in and the music blasting through them. She quickly pulled them out and stashed them in her pocket, silencing her phone just as she heard him say “Hello.”

“Hello, Cardinal,” she smiled, stepping forward to close the distance between them. “I, uh… I hope I’m not intruding. You don’t mind me being here, do you?”

“Oh no no no, you are not intruding! Not at all! It is a pleasure to see you,” he stammered, full of nervous energy. “But, eh… how did you… what are you doing out here?”

“I was taking a walk,” she replied, “It’s a beautiful morning, with the fog. I couldn’t resist.”

“You walked? All the way from town?” he asked, incredulous.

“Yes, there’s a shortcut through the woods,” she said, motioning over to the dense trees nearby. “It starts right next to the library on King Street. Takes about half an hour or so.”

“I had no idea! Do… do you walk this way often?”

“Not as often as I used to. Haven’t been since the Abbey was sold.” She nodded towards the building. “It looks amazing, by the way! Last time I saw it, it was practically falling down. Now it’s almost good as new! You’ve even rebuilt the original greenhouse.”

“Yes, everything is completely refurbished inside and out,” Copia said proudly, “And Primo was quite insistent that the greenhouse be included in that.”

“Primo?”

“He was the head of our church, many years ago,” he explained. “He’s enjoying his retirement with us now. The greenhouse is his pride and joy.”

Izzy could see an older gentleman standing at the windows of the greenhouse, watching them with a smile on his face. “Is that him?” she asked.

The Cardinal glanced back, and the old man waved to acknowledge him. “Eh, yes, it is. I was just sharing a morning coffee with him. He is a good man… like a father to me.” Copia gave a small wave in return, and Izzy joined in with a wave of her own. She watched Primo wander away from the window, the smile still on his face, before she turned her attention back to the man in front of her.

“The only thing still needing to be dealt with is this place, I’m afraid,” Copia continued, referring to the old cemetery, “We have yet to come to a decision on what to do with it. We would not desecrate it, obviously, but do we clean it up, restore it, tend to it? Or do we just let it continue like this?”

“Funny you should say that because I was just thinking that letting nature reclaim it might be a reverent thing to do,” Izzy said, “There’s something strangely beautiful about seeing it all overgrown like this. But that’s just my opinion, unusual as it might be.”

“Yes, yes” he agreed, nodding in earnest, “I think so too! But the Sister, she… well, she thinks we should be asking the community first.”

Izzy laughed softly. “Well, as an almost-lifelong member of this community, I can tell you that most people in town won’t care…” She stopped, worried that she was making the townsfolk sound cruel or insensitive, so she softened her tone, “I mean, the convent shut down, like, 40 years ago. There won’t be many folks around that remember anything about them. And the Diocese didn’t even maintain the upkeep while they still owned it. I think you’re safe to do with it what you like.”

“Then I will tell Sister Imperator that I have spoken to a representative of the community,” he gestured towards Izzy with his hands, “And that the community says to leave it be, si?” Copia smiled at her then, and she could see a glint of playfulness in his mismatched eyes that made her heart flutter. “You seem to know much about the history of this place.”

“My mother was very involved with the town’s Historical Committee back in the day,” she explained, “I learned a lot through her.”

“You likely know even more than we do.”

“You think?” Izzy gave him a smirk. “Tell me what you know and we’ll find out!”

“Well,” Copia began, still smiling, still enraptured with her, “We know that the main chapel was built in the late 1800s, with the dormitory and outbuildings added sometime in the early 1900s. It housed a Benedictine convent. Over time, their numbers dwindled and it was closed down in the 1980s. But it was considered a historical property and no one wanted to tear it down, so it remained unused and fell into disrepair. Does that sound right?”

“Yes,” she said, “More or less… it was sold for a brief time in the 90s, but the town persuaded the Diocese to buy it back afterwards.” She leaned in a little closer to him. “And they were very unhappy about it, I might add,” she whispered slyly.

The Cardinal raised his eyebrow, intrigued. “Why?” he asked, his voice also a whisper.

“Some dude-bros from the city bought it and turned it into a very raunchy goth nightclub. Called The Sanctuary,” Izzy revealed. “Our town got quite a bad reputation because of that. It was a wild place.”

Copia gasped lightly, surprised and amused. “Really? Now that I did not know!”

“I spent many, many a night here in my younger years. Drinking, dancing, smoking up behind that greenhouse, taking naughty photos in this cemetery…” Izzy confessed with a giggle.

“Oh my, Isabella… How sacrilegious of you!” Copia was laughing now, and Izzy couldn’t help but join him.

The nervousness she’d felt earlier had dissipated. She was entirely comfortable in his presence - enough to admit to the rowdy antics of her misspent youth without fearing he would judge her. Instead, he was laughing along with her, endearing him to her even more. For his part, Copia’s initial awkwardness seemed to have faded. He stood a little taller, spoke more confidently, and joked with her easily. She still felt that mysterious pull toward him, but now it felt a little less like some pre-destined arrangement, and more like the natural attraction to a handsome, charming man.

“So,” she said, stifling her laughter, “That’s the secret history of Windermere Abbey. And that’s how I know exactly the path to take through the Woods to get here. It’s burned into my memory. I will say, the exterior looks much better than I remember. I’m sure the inside is very different.”

“Well, you must come in and see. Let me give you a guided tour,” he offered eagerly.

“Oh, I would absolutely love that! But…” She knew that she had to start her journey back, that at this point she was cutting it close to opening time. It killed her to have to say no. “I can’t today. I really need to head back to town. It’s a bit of a hike and I have to get the store open.”

Izzy could see the disappointment on his face, and she could feel her own in her heart. “Of course, mia cara, I understand,” he said. “Would you like a ride? I can see if someone is available to drive you back.”

“That’s very kind of you, Cardinal, but I’ll be fine. The walk is good for my soul, y’know?” She reached out and placed her hand over his reassuringly. “But I do want that tour. I absolutely do. And I want to have the time to enjoy it and appreciate it. So I’ll be back. Soon, okay?”

Copia’s face lit up with the sweetest grin, crinkling the corners of his dark-shadowed eyes, a slight blush coloring his freckled cheeks. “Yes, yes. Soon! I look forward to it.” He slid his gloved fingers over Isabelle’s and bowed slightly, bringing her hand up to his lips to place a delicate kiss on the back of it. “Until next time, then.”

He gently let go of her hand, the soft leather slipping from her grasp sooner than she wanted it to. A simple gesture that felt so sensual, it left her momentarily breathless. “Yes, until then.”

“Ciao, Bella.”

With a smile and a nod, she turned and began making her way back to the wooded path. Her hand was tingling where he had kissed it. She took a few more steps before she heard Copia’s voice call out behind her.

“Are you sure you’ll be alright in there, Bella? You won’t get lost, will you?” He sounded worried.

She spun around to face him, still walking backward towards the bower. “Yes, Cardinal, I’ll be fine. Don’t you worry about me. I know it like the back of my hand!”

Yeah. The back of my hand… that’s all tingly because you kissed it… and now I’m walking away flexing it like fucking Mr. Darcy… shit.

Izzy waved and turned back to The Woods, stepping through the opening in the hedge and starting her trek back to town. Slipping her earbuds back in, she restarted her playlist, setting it to shuffle. It was a good thing she knew the way so well because her mind certainly wasn’t focused on the path under her feet or the music in her ears. Her thoughts were wandering to Copia, his beautiful mismatched eyes, his smile, his classically handsome face, his musical Italian accent. Even his deep red Cardinal’s robes were unlocking something within her, another kink to put on the pile with all the others she had. And the gloves… she could not stop thinking of those gloved hands touching her. Everywhere.

Before she knew it she was at the Halfway Log. She had completely zoned out, wandering the Woods in a blissful daze for the last 20 minutes. She stopped for a moment, trying to clear her head, forcing her attention onto something to ground her. She chose the music. Nine Inch Nails was on the playlist, Trent Reznor growling in her ear about wanting to “fuck you like an animal.”

How appropriate… For fuck’s sake.

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[imagineanime2022]

Punk Rock

Reki Kyan X Fem!Reader

Word Count: 1131

Requested: Anon

Request: I saw ur taking request I noticed u taking sk8 infinity I was wondering if you do reki x fem reader where the reader well known punk rock singer and she tends to skate sometimes but singing is her hobby and known around s and such and like she mostly keeps hides her face hidden but secretly it’s reki close friend who the singer and maybe she performs a song and reki is mesmerized by her like noticed it was reader since her voice sounded so familar and reki confront reader confesses since she liked her ever since he laid eyes her from s  and such and be supportive sorry it’s cheesy maybe Miya could feature as like lil fanboy lol

Songs I recommend for this fic is ado -backlight from one piece red soundtrack Aslo another song from the soundtrack is fleeting lullaby

Aslo English cover by rachie well known YouTuber anime singer btw song named usseewa English cover by rachie  listen to the these songs highly recommended whatever song u like u can add to the fic if that makes sense take as much time as u need 🫶🏻

A/N: I didn’t mention what song you were performing just so that everyone can choose their own song. Hope that okay!

Reki had always been mesmerized by the punk rock entertainer that filled the time between races at S, he had never been able to talk to her, she was always surrounded by other people. No one had ever seen her face but for some reason she seemed familiar to him, he could never figure it out but none of that mattered after he left S and settled back into his normal life, in fact he was often occupied by fixing skateboards or hanging out with you, the only person that ever told him that he was amazing will until Langa came along.

You were sitting in Reki’s workshop with your guitar on your leg, one earphone in your ear as you hummed to yourself before scribbling something out and changing it “You should perform.” Reki mumbled as you looked at him and shrugged. “Maybe one day.” You answered. “You write all of this stuff for it to end up on a shelf somewhere, they’re worth performing.” Reki complained as he glanced over at Langa who was reading a skating magazine “right Langa?” There was no answer. “Right Langa?” He said louder this time and you giggled. “Yeah sure.” Langa answered without looking up from the magazine. “Very convincing.” You nodded as you put the guitar to the side. “Don’t listen to him, he doesn’t know anything about music.” Reki muttered. “Then why’d you ask him?” You asked, Reiki shrugged as he scratched the back of his head. “Alright you two, let's find somewhere to eat.”

It was yet another night at S this time however, while the rocker was performing Miya was standing on one side and Langa was on the other “Hey doesn’t that sound like (Y/N)?” Langa asked. “Who?” Miya asked as he looked over, seeming very interested in finding out your identity. “Why do you care?” Reki asked. “Are you kidding me she’s so cool!” Miya cheered as he looked over at her on stage. “(Y/N) is a friend of Reki’s, she’s the one that’s with us at the workshop all the time.” Langa answered. “You know she thinks you're her friend too,” Reki mumbled. “She’s his friend?” Miya asked. “No, she’s not, (Y/N) doesn’t perform.” Reiki dismissed them. “Have you ever asked her, besides doesn’t this sound like the sound that she was humming yesterday?” Langa asked. “I thought you weren’t listening.” Reki muttered as he turned back to the performer and listened to the song that she was singing. “You assumed that I wasn’t listening.” Langa answered.

Reki was left thinking that night, he laid awake in his bed, thinking about the punk rock performer and before long he was reaching for his phone, he quickly sent you a message.

R: Are you awake? Y: Yeah what are you doing awake? R: I need to ask you something. Y: Sure R: Are you sure that you’ve never performed anywhere, like maybe at a place called S Y: Ask me what you want to ask me Ki. R: There’s a punk performer there, is that you? Y: Can we talk about this tomorrow? I’d prefer to talk about this in person.

Reki didn’t answer that last message, he let his phone fall till it rested on his chest, he didn’t have an answer for sure but he was sure that you were going to tell him that Langa was right but for now he would have to be happy with that. He honestly thought with how much he liked you he would have noticed that it was you but it took a mutual friend to jolt his brain.

The next day he met you at your house eager to hear what you had to say. When you opened the door and invited him in, he could see that you were nervous but he waited for you to speak. “I am who you think I am.” You said as you opened a draw in your bedroom and took out the mask that you used to hide your face. “When you said that I should perform, I didn’t know if I could and I never intended to but when I ended up at S for the first time, I just decided to go for it, no one could see my face so there was nothing that to lose.” “I knew that you would be amazing.” Reki mumbled and you looked at him and smiled. “You did and you were the reason that I first got on the stage, you always face your fears head on and that made me try and face mine.” You explained and he nodded. “There’s one thing that I need to say before I can be sure that I’ve faced all of them.” Reki answered. “Huh?” You asked but before you could really process what had happened Reki connected your lips in a shy rushed kiss. “Woah.” “I always really liked you, you know, you were cool and you always believed in me, you told me that I could do anything and now I know that your even more amazing, I just have to tell you-” You cut him off by connecting your lips again, this time you slowed it down, were a little more gentle, although you had to pull away before long because you couldn’t stop yourself from smiling. “I’m glad that you said that.” You said “I like you too.”

Later that day, you and Reki were headed to S because you had a performance and Langa was going to race, Reki was carrying you on his back after you complained about having to walk, you mask was clipped to the inside of your jacket so people wouldn’t approach you but when Miya came to join you all  Reki decided to tease him a little. “Bet you're only here for the performance.” Reki teased as he looked at the younger male, your eyes shifted over to see who he was talking to. “Reki, what are you up to?” You asked. “Of course I am, she's awesome!” Miya cheered. “Aww thanks.” You smiled as you wriggled for Reki to put you down, you’d seen him hang out with the boys on more than one occasion so that was why you opened your jacket and let him see the mask that was clipped on the inside. “You're very kind.” Miya didn’t say anything, his mouth falling open. “Your-” “Yup she is, and she’s my girlfriend.” Reki gloated and you looked at him and rolled your eyes. “Seriously?” Miya asked. “He’s not that bad.” You smiled “anyway I’ve got to get ready, I’ll come by afterward though.” “I’ll be waiting.” Reki winked. “You're gross.” Miya mumbled as you began to push your way through the crowd to get ready for your performance.

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[a-shared-experience]

Mars in Gemini be like: ok I’ve made breakfast, read 13 articles, listened to 6 podcasts, downloaded a 19 hour playlist for no reason at all, responded to work emails, found a new outreach worker for the team, and called my mom in the first hour and a half of being awake… now I will continue in this manner and somehow not die of cardiac arrest. According to astrology this is a gift.

My pathologizing mind: this is probably untreated mania and everything is wrong with me. I should research it while cleaning the whole house and then figure out what I’m going to do for the day and after I learn everything about which dsm 5 diagnosable disorders include mania I will then draft a self love treatment plan and rearrange my bedroom or something crazy.

I need to date a man who specializes in reiki or something so he can just take this energy from me and

#actually adhd #restless and ruthless

[lets-talk-spirituality]

Let’s talk about: Spiritual Healing

So I was speaking with someone who’s really interested in knowing more about healing and I’m really excited to share more as I sort of made a breakthrough in my healing powers earlier this year.

So what is spiritual healing?

Okay what my teacher told me is that it is using your guides to work with the guides of the person or thing you are healing to help kinda give them a shock back to life almost. That’s his understanding and he’s a great teacher. Like think of medical equipment that brings someone back from the dead? It’s like sparking them. So basically it’s boosting the translator/oversoul to help the soul be able to reconnect with the body better, once the soul is better connected it can help heal its own body. You’re just facilitating by adding a boost. But that’s not really how it personally works for me. He did say there are two type of healings: magnetic and then using your guides. I can’t remember the term he used for it. But magnetic is when you use your own energy force to heal others, and the other is you convene more with spirit. Blending with spirit is what he called it. Now personally, I’m not sure because I don’t really have guides in the traditional sense and I’m sort of always blended with spirit. So healing for me has always been focusing on channeling energy through me and to another person. In Christianity we called it laying of hands. It’s the same with reiki. Now with my first ex. I was trying to save his soul, so I used to put my hands on him and I would focus with all my might and send green energy to him. Idk why green except it felt healing. Well green is tied to the heart chakra. Reiki is similar but it’s about particular hand movements. If you feel called to Reiki by all means please look into it. I personally think at times too much knowledge can block us by making us think it has to be done a certain way when really it’s more like rediscovering what your soul already knows. Follow your own instincts but you can use this to guide you.

So what was the breakthrough then?

What he taught me is how to send my energy outside of myself, and it’s the first time I ever saw colors in my meditation. To me it felt sort of like straining my eyes to see with them shut, that’s how I channeled energy through my third eye and out. It also opened my ability to see auras, mines white at the moment, I saw it all day on zoom and it was distracting, made my head start to hurt. Because it was messing with my vision. Remember how I wrote about shifting your vision? This is part of that. During his guided meditation I felt deep anxiety like so bad I almost pulled myself out of the meditation but my teacher said that that is just our bodies adjusting to that much power flowing through us. I could feel my hands warming. I realized then the connection to the human body and spiritual capability. Anyway, when we came out of the meditation my hands were glowing indigo blue. I was so confused because I had never seen colors in meditation, never felt energy go through me like that while awake, and never seen an aura before. I was like wtf? I can just do this now? Well he held a key for me. He unlocked something in me I couldn’t myself because he had the missing piece, the energy of that place did as well.

What else did you learn?

Distance healing! Essentially you need the name of the person and where their illness is located, and their age, I also like to know their physical location and then you sort of imagine the human body and the specific spot, you repeat their name in your head as you focus on sending energy to that one spot. I like location because it’s kinda like I find them on a map first. I prefer to put my hands out in front of me flat when I distance heal because it feels to me like it’s helping channel the energy out of me, to them.

So how can I do it?

First set your intention. Ask spirit to allow you to intervene on this persons behalf, agree to allow your body to be used as an instrument and specify here— so, for example I agree to be an instrument to send distance healing to this person and only for the next thirty minutes, the more specific the better—then you begin by breathing the first name in last name out, visualize where the condition is anatomically and then send the light of spirit to that exact location, do this for however long, to close out, focus on bringing your energy back to yourself and repeat I call my energy back home, and once it’s all back then you say thank you, breathe deeply and envision you are like closing your energy back up. Make sure you do this because you don’t want to keep your energy wide open. If you heal more than one person, group people by similar issue.

He warned us to be careful about mental health and addictions because if you send energy they aren’t ready for, it can destabilize them (this happened to me in a dream because my mental health was so low) Try to practice distance healing on someone you can monitor to see if it’s having an effect. I know mine did because I was in the room with a girl and we were both meditating and I was intensely sending her energy and without telling her I was, just because I wasn’t sure if it would do anything, she came out of meditation and was like oh my god, that was so overwhelming, I’ve never been able to meditate like that I felt energy coursing through me. I was like hi, you’re welcome.

Note: sending protection is the same way, but instead of a focused light beam on one specific area, imagine sending white light around the entire human form, so like I picture like almost like a crime scene outline looking person, you know generic and Envision sending white light that’s around them, almost like their aura… yes you are basically helping fortify their translator/aura/chakra system/over soul.

Observations I took that day during the class:

It’s about educating and preparing the body more than the mind.

Who’s the teacher?

Rev. Steve Adkins

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[cloudytomboy]

Listen pal if you stay awake for about 18 hours, consuming little aside from water, and you and your friends then put on matching robes and meditate in a circle for about an hour, you can see just about anything you damn well please. have someone do a guided meditation first for about 30 minutes to prime you, then have all of you pair up and take turns, one of you lying on the floor and meditating, the other doing reiki to you. You can absolutely talk to the shadow people this way it’s not hard

[somethingnubian]

When Sleep Don't Come Easy

Daily writing promptAre you more of a night or morning person?View all responses By LaTrecia Doyle-Thaxton I love to sleep. Sleep in, take naps and go to bed early. But most of all, I love to be the first one awake! So, my day begins around 5 a.m., I am able to listen to my favorite Youtuber, journal, and of course meditate with Reiki, without any disturbances! After that some yoga and if I…

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[juliejewelssmoot]

Kundalini Awakening

Kundalini Awakening, a poem about waking up Kundalini Awakening by Sound Alchemist and Reiki Master, Juile Jewels Smoot

In realms unseen, a fire awakes, Kundalini rises, a dance it makes. From base to crown, a serpent’s glide, Unlocking truths, deep inside. A dormant power, now set free, Unveiling mysteries, for all to see. Through sacred breath, it starts to rise, A cosmic journey, beyond the skies. With every chakra, it entwines, Igniting passion, like stars that shine. From root to heart, a surge of…

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#Awakening #Chakras #Grounding #Guided Meditation #Kundalini #self empowerment #Self healing #Sound Healing #Vibrational Healing

[ealohaofficial]

EALOHA - Coaching for the Awake

About Us:

We, Justina and Florian, thought that it is time that we share our gifts with the world and thus help people. This is our heart project, because we want to help people from our hearts.

Welcome to our coaching business - your partner for holistic coaching and consulting. We understand that every person is unique and has individual needs when it comes to mental health, nutrition, relationships and personal development. That's why we offer a wide range of specialized coaching programs and consulting services to help you achieve your goals.

As a coaching institution, our focus is on helping people through difficult life situations. We offer counseling and coaching for trauma, depression and schizophrenia, as well as specialized coaching for couples.

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Overall, we strive to help our clients achieve their goals and live their lives in a positive way. We want to help people improve their mental health and build relationships that are filled with love, trust, and respect.

As a coaching business, we offer a wide range of counseling services designed to help our clients improve their physical, emotional and spiritual health. These include but are not limited to.

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We are proud to offer coaching programs for victims of narcissists, people with psychosis and bipolar disorder. We understand that these individuals have unique challenges and need special support to improve their mental health and well-being. Our empathetic and experienced coaches will work with you to help you identify your strengths and achieve your goals. Note: This coaching does not replace professional therapy with a trained therapist!

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We believe that everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and happy life, and our coaching program is designed to support you on that journey. If you are ready to make positive changes in your life, we are here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our coaching program and consulting services.

Hello dear people in here. Since we are just getting started, I am taking my first 10 coaching clients for free to practice! Please get in touch with @Anders_on-the-go on Telegram or [phone] directly to me on Whatsapp. I will then set up coaching appointments! As I said, the first 10 people to sign up will receive a free coaching session with me for one month. Our website is under construction and will be added here as soon as it is ready!

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You may contact us under: [email protected], my business number [phone] and soon our upcoming professional website which will be posted here!

Kind Greetings from the heart Florian & Justina & Nicole & Tanja & Christian & Michael!

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[bepositivebyabdochouchani]

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[stressmanagementnearme]

The Benefits Of Mindfulness And Meditation When Used To Treat Anxiety And Depression

Anxiety And Depression Are Common Mental Health Problems That Can Negatively Affect Your Life, Social Engagements, And Work Performance. The Good News Is That Mindfulness And Meditation Can Be Used To Treat These Conditions. Mindfulness Is The Practice Of Being Awake And Present In The Moment, While Meditation Is The Practice Of Focusing Your Mind On A Single Object Or Thought. Both Mindfulness And Meditation Have Been Shown To Be Effective In Treating Anxiety And Depression, By Reducing The Negative Thoughts That Lead To Those Conditions, And Promoting Positive Emotions. If You're Looking For A Way To Improve Your Mental Health, Mindfulness And Meditation Are A Great Place To Start. You Can Search Mindfulness Classes Near Me To Find US.

 Why Mindfulness And Meditation?

 Mindfulness And Meditation And Other Forms Of Mindfulness-Based Therapies Are Effective Treatments For Anxiety And Depression. Patients Learn How To Be More Mindful In Their Everyday Lives, Which Leads To Improvements In Symptoms, Well-Being, Stress Reduction, And Resilience. There Is Strong Evidence That Mindfulness-Based Therapies Work Best When Combined With Medication Or Psychotherapy For Severe Cases Of Anxiety Or Depression. Mindfulness Meditation Has Also Been Shown To Reduce The Risk Of Developing Chronic Mental Health Conditions In The Future.

 How Can Mindfulness Be Used To Treat Anxiety And Depression?

Many People Struggle With Anxiety And Depression, And There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Solution. However, Mindfulness And Meditation Are Two Popular Treatments That Have Been Shown To Be Effective For A Wide Range Of People. Mindfulness Meditation, In Particular, Helps Us To Focus On The Present Moment And Increase Our Sense Of Awareness. This, In Turn, Can Help Us To Better Manage Our Emotions And Live A Happier Life. Mindfulness And Meditation Can Be Practiced Anywhere At Any Time, Making Them A Versatile Treatment Option For Those Who Are Struggling.

 What Is Mindfulness?

Mental Health Is A Topic That Is Often Avoided, But It's Important To Talk About It. That's Why We're Talking About Mindfulness And Meditation - Two Practices That Are Often Prescribed For Mental Health Issues Like Anxiety And Depression. Mindfulness Is The Practice Of Focusing On Your Present Moment And Accepting What Is Happening Around You. This Can Be Done Through Different Mindfulness Practices, And Research Has Shown That It Is Effective In Treating Anxiety And Depression. Mindfulness Meditation, In Particular, Is A Practice That Has Been Shown To Be More Effective Than Medication In Treating Anxiety And Depression. It Teaches People How To Control Their Thoughts And Live In The Present Moment, Which Can Be A Powerful Tool In Managing Mental Health Issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Start Practicing Mindfulness Or Meditation To Improve My Mental Health?

Mindfulness.Org Provides A Detailed Guide To Mindfulness And Meditation, Including Instructions On How To Practice In The Comfort Of Your Own Home.

What Are The Main Benefits Of Mindfulness And Meditation For Treating Anxiety And Depression?

There Are Many Benefits Of Mindfulness And Meditation For Treating Anxiety And Depression, Including Reducing Stress, Relaxation, And Improved Concentration. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Is A Well-Established Mindfulness Program That Has Been Shown To Be Effective In Treating Anxiety And Depression.

Are There Any Specific Techniques That Help Me Focus When I'm Feeling Anxious Or Depressed?

There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Approach To Managing Anxiety And Depression, But Mindfulness Meditation And Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Are Two Common Techniques That Have Been Shown To Be Helpful.

Conclusion

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[blueunicornmama]

No photos to share from my weekend retreat. This was my second one I’ve attended by Lotus Love - Healing with the Intuitive Mermaid and each has been a different journey and space I held within myself. The first one was slightly intimidating. I’m used to attending yoga or meditation retreats. I couldn’t find one so I took a risk and went to Winter Wonderland Nude Goddess Awakening in February 2022. It was small in size, indoors and most of the women were there for the first time. It didn’t take long to feel comfortable and settle in with the group. My empathic self was taking on the energy of others and grounding was necessary. I was there during a leave from work and needed some healing, guidance and space for self love and appreciation. Even though it wasn’t what I was looking for it’s what found me and guided me. 6 months later I’m in a different place. I wasn’t going to go to the summer one. I knew it would be larger, less clothing, and that was blocking me. The universe had a different idea and when I was offered sponsorship to attend I couldn’t say no. I needed the space with like minded women. Healers and Gaia. I was there for me. Holding space as I needed to. No true set intention. Flowing with what felt good at the time. I may not have interacted or participated with everyone or all things but I heard and seen them. The empath was muted most of the weekend. I wasn’t taking in, or taking on more than what arose from myself. I listened to my body. Went to bed and awoke as I felt tired or awake. I left early. Not because there was anything wrong or missing but because my body asked to leave. I did so quietly, before breakfast, while many were out on a foraging group. I had two healing sessions. Reiki, sound and chakra clearing. Both were clear. It’s time for change. Release the fear and find my voice. I may not be well versed in all goddesses, gods, spirits, realms, arch angels, crystals but I have deep faith and belief. A draw towards these things unknown comes from a place within me that I haven’t explored. It is coming time to do some exploration. I am hoping to connect with others to help me in my journey. I will find my sisters to bond with.

[lokischaoticbitchwitch]

Crystals 101

Lesson four

Aragonite brings you the healing nature of Goddess Earth. Feeling wired from a world of virtual addiction, electromagnetic pollution, and superficial living? Holding Aragonite is like taking a mini hike or retreat to a place of calming Earth energy. Keep grounded, balanced, and real with this stone that replants the Root Chakra and reconnects you with the animal magnetism of your Sacral Chakra.

Arfvedsonite jolts you awake so you emerge from that boring sleepy cocoon lifestyle. Feeling dull? Reignite the sparks in your life with Arfvedsonite. Feel your confident and winning personality resurface to take on the world. When you harness the power of this stone, everyone will be shocked and impressed with the new you. Place magical Arfvedsonite on the Throat Chakra for strong communication skills that command attention and praise. Place it on your Third Eye Chakra for an endless flow of brilliant ideas.

Astrophyllite is the Stone of Light. Any time you feel frustrated or low on energy, you need this uplifting stone to heal your aura. It exists to support and rejuvenate you lightworkers of the world. Reiki masters, crystal healers, hypnotherapists, spiritual readers- grab hold of Astrophyllite. It recharges your etheric battery with white light so you can tirelessly share your gifts. This crystal boosts your spiritual growth through the Crown Chakra while keeping you balanced in daily life through the Root Chakra.

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Top Advantages Of Breathing Meditation Music

Looking for a way to relax and de-stress? Try using breathing meditation music. Incorporating breathing meditation music into your life could be the key to a calmer, more collected you. It is one of the oldest and most natural forms of meditation. It has many advantages over other types of meditation, such as mindfulness or transcendental meditation. Here are some of the key advantages that breathing meditation music has to offer.

Yoga becomes more satisfying

To get the most out of Yoga, you must calm your breathing and be in the present moment. The breathing meditation music of Harmonic Breathing lets your brain chatter fade away smoothly, and you will discover that you can reach deeper into each posture and hold it for longer. Yoga becomes a more joyful and gratifying experience as a result.

It soothes newborns and young children

Anyone who has a newborn kid (or younger children) understands how tough it can be to get them to sleep. Even when they do fall asleep, they frequently wake up many times during the night, leaving both you and your kid irritable and sleep-deprived.

It can calm your body

You will benefit more from a relaxing hot bath at home, a spa visit, an acupuncture treatment, a deep massage, a Reiki session, or sitting quietly in a garden or nature when you are profoundly relaxed. Listening to deep breathing meditation music may help you relax and let go; it can also inspire you, resulting in a more profound experience.

It enhances study sessions

Relaxing music, like 'helps you focus on work (or school),' has been shown to help you learn better. Whether you are in basic school or finishing your Ph.D., you will need to focus on your studies. One of the easiest strategies to ensure a successful study session is to listen to relaxing music.

It makes flying more comfortable

Many people find flying to be a frightening experience. Listening to peaceful deep breathing meditation music before and throughout your journey may considerably reduce tension by creating an atmosphere of tranquilly.

It energises mornings

When you begin your day with thankfulness and inner serenity, the remainder of your day flows more smoothly. Listening to relaxation music in the morning might help you set a serene tone for the rest of the day.

It aids concentration

One advantage of resonance breathing music is that it might help you focus. When you listen to relaxing music, you immediately close your eyes and think more clearly. Although it may appear unusual, closing your eyes will make you feel more awake and concentrated. This will assist you to absorb more knowledge faster, resulting in higher marks. It is also an excellent technique to relax and unwind during study time.

It allows you to remain calm

Another advantage is that it aids in relaxation. According to studies, listening to soothing music helps to lower your blood pressure and boost your pulse rate, allowing you to stay more concentrated on the work at hand. This can also assist you in relaxing your thoughts so that you do not become too fatigued or stressed to achieve a decent night's sleep.

Additionally, listening to calming tunes can keep negative emotions at bay, which is a major issue for most individuals during test periods. Relaxing music might also assist you in staying alert. After a long time of the study, most people become drowsy and sluggish. This happens because the body adjusts to the quantity of studying it is subjected to.

It allows everyone to focus better at work

While certain music might be distracting when focusing, relaxing music is not one of them. Resonance breathing music might help you calm your thoughts and focus on the work at hand. Without those annoying distractions, you are more likely to fulfil deadlines and produce higher-quality work.

Soothing music can have a myriad of advantages, from reducing tension to energising mornings. One especially helpful application for this type of music is breathing meditation. When you practise breathing meditation with the help of calming tunes, you may find that your mind and body become more relaxed overall. This could lead to improved sleep quality, reduced stress levels and a more positive outlook on life. If you are looking for a way to improve your well-being, breathing meditation music may be a good way to start.

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