Shanti - peace and tranquility



Recently I have had an internal turmoil building that has left me depressed and confused.  I have spent a lot of time meditating and searching for answers as to why I have felt this way.  Due to the turmoil I haven't slept very well and I have been struggling with staying asleep once I do finally fall asleep.  All of these thing have added to my feelings of inadequacy and have really started to wear on me.   Yesterday at work I had the opportunity to talk to someone briefly who just made me feel happy because of her wonderful aura but by the end of the day all I wanted to do was go home and cry into my pillow.  I know I need to break out of this feeling and it is difficult to say the least but I am working on it.  

 So this morning I got up and did some yoga and then got ready for work after a 20 minute meditation.  During my meditation I kept hearing a word whispered to me in a deep voice and it stayed in my mind while I continued to get ready for work.  "Shanti" the voice chanted repeatedly.  It took me by surprise that I heard it so clearly and steadily in my head.  I decided to go to my Angel Cards and do a reading for myself.  Although I have lots of different cards I was drawn to one set in particular - my Angel Oracle Cards set.  I centered myself and relaxed as I shuffled the cards.  I heard the voice call out again and felt I should pull a card - 


Today’s Message is from Shanti “I am the Angel of Peace. I bring you new tranquility, and a smoother road ahead.”

A little more information and message from this beautiful angel: “You have been through turmoil, and your soul is tired. Your mind craves peace and quiet, and I am here to help you with that desire. I will give you new opportunities to spend time alone, where you can relax your mind and heart. I will bring tranquility to your soul so that you can mirror the peace of mind that is your true Divine nature.

Like the angels, you are able to hover within the eye of any hurricanes that may swirl around you right now. Through breath and intention, you can stay centered no matter what’s happening in your life. This inner foundation of peace has a powerful healing effect. Your outer life soon reflects your inner peacefulness. Smooth roads are ahead for you, and the worst is behind you now. A peaceful outcome to this situation is assured.”


As I sat staring at the card in my hand I was overwhelmed with a feeling of love, peace and comfort.  I took a deep breath and my whole body relaxed.  The turmoil I have been feeling is still there but it feels manageable and that is a new feeling. I may not have reached full peace yet but I will - this I know.   So as I continue along my day I will hold a single word in my head and heart - Shanti.  

I am thankful for the love and peace given to me by this reading.  I am thankful for the new day and for the many ways to share love to others and to help others find peace.  







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