Tag: light

The messy days

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

We all have bad days, days we mess up and nothing goes according to plan. Days we’re late for work, hairs a mess, shirts inside-out, we spill our coffee, burn the toast, lose a shoe, car won’t start, miss the bus, forget our password, forget to feed the cat or water the plants…….you get it.

These chaotic, confusing, muddled days, are an important part of the journey, they teach us resilience, patience, adaptability, coping skills, humility and foster introspection.

The messy days also gift us with an opportunity to reflect, reset and, most importantly, they pass.

Our bad days are the fuel on which we learn and grow. They remind us that we can’t control everything, so relax and stop trying.

And hey, you’ve survived every messy day you’ve ever had! That makes you a bit of a rock star! (and rock stars get pretty messy)

So pick your amazing, messy self up, inhale the learning, turn your shirt around, feed the cat, get another coffee and start over, knowing you’re awesome and there’s purpose in those challenging, mixed-up, messy days.

Toni O’Keeffe🔆

Simple things

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

Just out here, living my island life, watching waves roll in and out, oohing and awing at big forest trees, wandering along river pathways, watching bugs do their thing, feeling the sun, the wind and the rain, kiss my skin (because this is the West Coast and the weather changes every 20 minutes.😊). And, I love it and I’m really, really, grateful for it🙏.

There’s joy, peace, and healing to be found doing simple things, in ordinary places.

Finding happiness doesn’t have to be so difficult, it’s right there, under your nose, in those simple moments and those little things.

Toni O’Keeffe🔆

Be brave

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

In the end, nothing will hurt
more than;
~ the paths not taken,
~ words unspoken,
~ wounds still aching,
~ moments lost,
~ joy never found,
~ a life not lived,
~ love not shared,

We’re here to take a few chances, have a colourful adventure or two, learn about ourselves, the planet and feel the highs and lows of this pretty amazing and unique human journey we’re on together.

Yup, your heart will be broken, you’ll shed some tears, but, they’ll help you grow. You’ll make a lot of mistakes, you’re supposed to, you’ll learn from them and you’ll move on.

You’ll get lost over and over again, but, you’ll figure it out and find your way back. You’ll get hurt, don’t let that stop you. You’ll fall a few times, and, you’ll get back up.

You will be both tutor and student, continually; learning and teaching; hurting and healing; loving and grieving, all at the same time.

You’ll question your beliefs, the loyalty of others and the reason you exist at all. Each fall, every adventure, every mistake, every success and failure is a step closer to figuring it all out.

Don’t waste it. Be brave, bold, and curious and fully own this thing called life. This is your adventure. Stay true to your path, let others do the same.

And, when your journey is over, I hope your knees buckle, you fall to the ground, with a big crooked grin on your wind kissed face, a heart full of happy memories, and, your final thought is “wow, that was amazing, absolutely frickin’ amazing.

Toni O’KEEFFE 🔆

~ You really are amazing

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

Wow! You are unlike anything else in the entire universe. A billion beautiful things had to line up so you could be here living this life.

Just the right amount of star dust landing in the same place, then generations of your ancestors making decisions and taking tiny steps that led to the creation of you! You really are something special!

There’s a spark in you that holds your purpose and potential!! It’s the magic that makes you authentically you.
Light that thing up !!

Toni O’Keeffe🔆

~Light workers

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

They are softer and more sensitive than most, believe in the goodness in others and walk gently on the earth.

They live mindfully, radiate positivity, love, and healing, choosing compassion, kindness and acceptance, over hate, judgment and fear.

They smile at strangers for no reason, talk to stray dogs, leave coins on the ground for others to find and they know forgiveness sets us free.

They are creative, love their colourful clothing, enjoy having their feet in the sand, their hands in the earth, and find healing when bathing in the ocean or walking through the forest.

They understand the interconnectivity between humanity, the planet, and every living thing upon it.

They’re grateful for the journey, the lessons life offers and know there’s more to this life than the noise that surrounds us.

They’re not bothered when people mock their whimsy optimism, they dance in spite of it.

Regardless of whats going on around them, they choose to see the light. This doesn’t make them naïve, it doesn’t mean they’re unaware of the darkness. It means they choose to grow in the light.

They’re not perfect, they often trip and fall, but always pull themselves up with a song in their heart, a skip in their step and a light burning bright in their soul.

They’re the light workers. They are the rays of light shining between our darkest moments and harshest storms. They lift us up, make us laugh, provide comfort and offer hope.

They remind us that all storms pass and beyond the darkness theres always, light.

And if you’re one of these ray’s of light, thank you making our world brighter.

Toni O’Keeffe🔆

Focus on the light

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

To one man, the forest is dark, scary, noisy, uninhabitable and cold.

To another, the forest is filled with light, beauty, peace, offers shelter and is filled with warmth.

We don’t see the forest as it is,
we see the forest as we are.
Look for the light and you’ll find it.
Look for the darkness and you’ll find it.

Your heart and soul will wander to the places the mind takes it. A shift in your perspective can turn the cold grip of the world, into a warm embrace.

Focus on the light and the heart and soul will follow. Focus on the darkness, and, well, you get it.

Toni O’Keeffe🔆

Be the lighthouse

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey

Before you decide to;
“put somebody in their place”
“show them the door”,
“read them the riot act”
“take them down”
“teach them a lesson”
“tear a strip off them”
“bully them”
or
“seek revenge”
…..ask yourself if that’s what they really need.
When people are struggling, trying to cope with the chaos and pain in their lives, they don’t need another storm, they need a lighthouse.
Be kind
Be compassionate
Be the lighthouse.

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.
Toni O’KEEFFE 🌹❤️

Let the light in ~

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in follow your path, Life Journey, Personal Growth, Spiritual

If there’s too many trees in a forest, none of them can grow to their full potential. They block the light from one another and nothing new can take root. Life can also be like that.

When we’re surrounded by the wrong people, too much stuff, noise, clutter, negativity, busyness, even our own bad habits, we get distracted and can’t see or feel the light that’s trying to find us.

It’s okay;

  • to remove the people and things that no longer fit into the life you want to live,
  • to turn off the noise, including the news, the gossip, the politics and the negative chatter from others,
  • to let go of any negative opinions you have about yourself, your potential and your worthiness.

When we remove the things that no longer fit into our lives, we realize many of the things we’ve been looking for were always there, hidden in the shadows of what had to go.

Create the “space between the trees”, so the light can shine in and you can grow the life you want to live.

Toni O’KEEFFE 🌹❤️

Look for the light

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in blessing, gratitude, growth, healing, kindness, life challenges, Life Journey, mindfulness, Personal Growth

Imagine you’re on a day hike in the forest, it’s getting dark and you wander off the path.

Your lost. You don’t know which way to go. You don’t have provisions to get through the night, you’re feeling stressed, hopeless, anxious and mad at yourself for not being better prepared.

Then, as you’re stumbling in the dark, exhausted and disoriented, you see a light in the darkness. A spark of hope surges within you and you make your way towards the light.

Your anxiousness turns to excitement.
Your hopelessness turns to optimism.
All because you saw a small comforting glow in the distance.

You’re overcome with joy when you come upon another hiker sitting next to a cozy fire. This person is a stranger, yet, in this moment they’re the most important person in your life.

They offer you shelter, warmth, food and water. You graciously accept. You’re relieved and you feel safe.

In the morning this stranger guides you out of the forest to safety. You hug, shed a tear and say goodbye. Your grateful, humbled and alive.
~~~~~~~
We all stumble. At times, we feel lost, alone, anxious, stressed or hopeless. Pride or self doubt might stop us from seeking help.

You sweet soul, when you’re lost, do what you’d do in the forest, look for the ones with the light and let them guide you.
Toni O’KEEFFE ~🌹❤️

You’re a masterpiece

by The Whimsey Angel, posted in Life Journey, Personal Growth, Toni O’Keeffe

Nothing hurts more than the lack of affection we give ourselves.

It’s not arrogant, big-headed or egotistical to like or even love yourself, in fact, it’s necessary.

If you seek love, look in the mirror, learn to appreciate, accept and love that reflection.

Treat yourself kindly, talk to yourself kindly. Nurture your body, mind and spirit with kindness, gratitude and acceptance.

We place far too many expectations on others to love us and make us happy.
Your happiness is your job.
My happiness is my job.
When we learn to love ourselves, we have fewer expectations of others, and that’s liberating.
Amongst 7 billion people on this planet, there’s no one like you.
You’re a magnificent, unique, beautiful and mysterious masterpiece.
Treat yourself like one.
Love yourself like one.

Toni O’KEEFFE ~🌹❤️