Author: Ki McGraw

In the United States today, we celebrate the flag. The red, white and blue of the stars and stripes have signified the true values of our country. Deeply embedded in our culture, this rugged individualism persists as we bravely pursue life, liberty and happiness with relative freedom.

Beyond polarities and partisanship, our predecessors fought for our rights. We have all benefited from their efforts. As an American woman, I have been able to become educated, heal myself, travel the world and experience other ways of being.

What does the flag represent for you? How are you best able to live by your values now? Ki to Happiness values that which unites.

While on the highest level, time does not exist, here in the realm of three dimensions, it certainly has a profound effect. On June 14, 1983 I began working as a psychotherapist. For the 37 years that have passed, deep listening with compassion has become my deepest and most regular practice.

I have learned from each and everyone of my clients. I have grown and evolved into a broader and more expansive understanding of humanity. I follow in the footsteps of my teachers, mentors, and therapists. And I continue, in their stead.

What has been your most regular practice? How has your work benefited you? Ki to Happiness embraces right livelihood.

Today, we memorialize this Saint who is responsible for finding so many lost objects and entities. “Tony, Tony, look around, something’s lost and can’t be found”. This small prayer recited while turning around 3x invokes him, and asks him to direct you to locate that which you wish to find.

Car keys, a missing a cell phone, a lost soul all are under his willing assistance. If you’ve lost your way, your temper, if someone has lost their mind, or if it’s that special pair of earrings, petition him and then follow his guidance. Move, look or search in the direction that you are guided. Voilà!

What have you been looking for? Are you willing to open up to this assistance? Ki to Happiness petitions Saint Anthony of Padua to help to retrieve that which has been lost on any level.

As the “safe start”continues in the state of Washington, so do the demonstrations. The combination is confusing, conflicted, and potentially catastrophic. From a distance, in another state, polarities persist. From my vantage point, rooted in my practices, I witness the necessary upheaval for a greater union to occur in the States, and the state of humankind. I do so wearing pajamas, which I once wore in the woods. I got lost off the trail, and bushwhacked my way back home, full of burrs. My mother removed each one with the most prolonged tenderness. It seems that is exactly what is required for our personal, political, and planetary issues.

What good has upheaval done in your life?Who has shown you tenderness? Ki to Happiness offers this to humankind, having received it.

In traveling, I am often guided by little nudges. Intuition indicates the direction, and the timing of my actions. Without the structure of daily life, there is room for me to receive feedback from the universe in the appearance of coincidences.

These guideposts seem to say “ This way“. “Now“. “Wait“. Or whatever it is that I need to hear. The more I act on this feedback, the more frequent the guidance.

How are you guided? What coincidences are you experiencing? Ki to Happiness delights in the synchronicities.

Departing from the Pacific Northwest, and our “safe start” program, I have experienced other places now. The airports have their own programs. And different parts of the country have their own guidelines. Being a good traveler or guest means abiding by local authorities.

Being in a large group of people for the first time in months increases my compassion. Recognizing in other travelers that they are also trying to find a way to adapt and adjust. Once on board the flight, it becomes clear that we truly are in this together.

How does travel affect you? Are you a good guest? Ki to Happiness knows we are all travelers here…

I am about to get on an airplane. I have done so many times. And yet I’m aware this will be very different. looking forward to our family reunion.

Masks, social distancing, and limited available creature comforts are expected. Unexpected other issues easily may arise. My solution, is to fly as light as possible, and do so grateful for the opportunity. This trip had been scheduled for the day our State began sequestration, nearly 3 months ago.

Have you traveled in this social environment?Are you happy traveler? Ki to Happiness invokes the travel Saints- archangel Raphael, Saint Christopher, and Saint Anthony, to open the way…

Continuing with our “safe start” program, we have a fresh week ahead. My county has entered into phase 1.5 of re-opening. With it, the frame shop and the retail costume shop re-opened on my block. Soon, Hatha Yoga Center will offer outdoor classes to groups of 5 or less students.

I went in to the tea shop. It has been open for takeout. It’s been my one source of the loose tea that I prefer. During this three month hiatus, I’ve been in several times as the only customer. Others entered while I was there! Amazing! Seattle is notorious for many things, including its “chill” vibe. Wonderful to have that warmed up a bit, with friendliness all around.

What are you seeing with fresh eyes? How can you best make use of your safe start? Ki to Happiness sees people, all finding their way.

In our “safe start” program, this is the last Sunday of sequestration. Joyous seeing barbershops and hair salons open. Protestors paraded by with signs, chanting. No violence or destruction.

We begin making plans to offer Phase 1.5 outdoor yoga classes. Efforts continue to be made to improve our Wi-Fi. Our method of instructing will forever be changed. Happily including the remote participants, I also, enjoy private work at a distance.

What “forever changes”are you experiencing? And what remains the same?Ki to Happiness lets go in to the awareness that the only constant is change.

As the full moon continues bestowing upon us the reflection of how we have utilized the energies in the last couple of weeks, it is a perfect time for making offerings. Scent and light draw and feed benevolent entities. Lighting a candle and some incense, write down your particular needs, offering all to those Helpers of the angelic, and spiritual realm.

Commune a while with Them, in gratitude for their presence in your life. Envision your needs being met fully! And go about your day as if it has already occurred. Take action supporting your new reality.

What are your needs? How will you feel when those needs are met? Ki to Happiness needs you to know how delightful it feels to live life as an offering.