I have another confession … I have been doing these weekly collective readings and to be honest, I am just not feeling them the way that I thought I would.

I felt confused and bothered by the lack of resonance. So I sat with this, at my altar, with my Higher Self. And I realized that this regular collective focus I have been offering should instead be geared towards those going through the Dark Night of the Soul, people feeling disconnected from their Higher Self, or waiting in the uncomfortable void space.

As soon as I was given that message, everything clicked and felt right again. That is, after all, what so much of my craft is about. My offerings and my life experience are based on my journey through multiple dark nights, a perceived separation from the Higher Self and trying to navigate with my sanity intact while lingering in the void between these dark nights.

Chances are, if you are reading this or following my page, then this also applies to you. To the people who may be struggling on an internal level that is not obvious for everyone around us. To the people who may be opening up to their intuition, their gifts or more of their true selves. To those who desperately want to feel their souls again, to feel their spark and flame, to feel anything other than what they may currently be experiencing. And to those who want to feel back in their power, embodying the version of themselves they truly are meant to exist as.

So what good is a confession if I don’t follow through with what feels right to me?

This week, you may be feeling buried under the shadows of the Dark Night, feeling the sting of the cold as you wait for the warm embrace of reassurance.

“This is temporary.” You need to hear it, to know it, to feel it. To believe it. The way you are feeling internally can not last forever, or else you feel as though you may not make it.

This. Is. Temporary.

You need that reminder, that validation.

To hear the words, “I see you.”

I see you.

You are not invisible, or a ghost. You are real, you are here and you will be okay. In fact, it probably doesn’t feel like it, but you ARE okay.

You may be feeling full of disappointment, as though you are fighting uphill battles and when you finally have a victory, it doesn't feel nearly as good as you thought it would. Not much seems to have changed. All of that work and for what?

Fret not. I promise, you made progress. You did good!

Our healing process is very layered and complex at times. A mentor of mine once showed me that my healing through the Dark Night is akin to a spiral or a spire atop a church. And as the spiral turns like a corkscrew you come out further than you were before, and then it feels as though you drop back a little yet better than you were. Then it cycles through again, and each time you come out more on top than you were previously.

A small church with a brown tall pointed spire top

During some of my darkest days, my Higher Self reminded me to really enjoy the good moments and to use that as a reminder that harder times are still met with beautiful times once they pass.

You may be so clouded by veils of wounds you accumulated throughout your life, false beliefs, ancestral trauma and more that sometimes it is hard to see just how far you have come. You may fail to recognize right away just how less buried you actually are.

It’s okay. I promise.

Some of my darkest days had me needing to hear that everything was okay from others, especially intuitive friends. The sound of those two words were one of the few things that kept me going, kept me striving for the light at the end of the tunnel. And I am telling you now, you will be okay.

Dawn sitting with her back against a tree wearing a coat and scarf and smiling

I sat outside with my back against the beautiful tree in our front lawn and pulled some cards for you this afternoon. It is pretty cold here in Scranton, Pennsylvania, but the tree at my back and the ground below me felt safe and inviting.

The Emperor tarot card came through today with guidance for you. And as I pulled this card out, the Three of Cups flew out and danced across the lawn in the wind to complement the Emperor.

The tarot cards, the emperor and the three of cups

Starting with the message from The Emperor, a card of the number four, you are encouraged to do things this week that bring you structure and stability. Do the things that help you feel in your power, strong in your throne or your seat of “knowing.” Connect to the internal fire that burns bright and guides you, allowing you to feel supported and safe.

Ask yourself, “How can I build a solid foundation under myself this week so I can focus on my passion without fear?”

In doing so, you will start to actually feel that yes, you have made progress.

And then what? And then, per the Three of Cups, you celebrate it!!

Celebrate that you really have come so far. Find joy and celebrate both the small and large steps you have taken, the ways in which you have grown or stood fearless even when you feel so disconnected from your Higher Self that you question the very fabric of your reality (am I really here?).

Celebrate! Find joy this week!

Dare you even find friends to jump and dance around with this week? Spirit is encouraging more social interaction and lots of “feel good” moments right now.

I have also been given the message for you to sooth your nervous system with lemon balm tea or by diffusing the oil.

Nourish yourself with vitamins and the sun, and be mindful to protect the energy of your Crown Chakra at this time.

Stand in your authority this week and recognize you for all that you truly are.

The crystal I was guided to work with and channel messages from is Tree Agate.

A white tree agate crystal with green splotches and a brown top sitting in grass and brown leaves

There was something significant about connecting to Tree Agate while sitting under a tree. My Inner Child showed up for the entire reading and really enjoyed the elements.

As I tapped in, the crystal spirit told me that you may sit under a tree yourself.

She continued, “Know that roots run much deeper than you think. Find what nourishes you and makes you feel strong in any way, shape or form.”

“The focus should be on yourself and going within. Do not distract yourself with the judgements others may cast upon you. Do what makes your heart and Inner Child sing. Let everything else rest as you embrace the areas of neglect that need you most.

Calm yourself with your breath in time with the breeze outside. Align to the heartbeat and soul of nature all around you.”

“Think - ‘when did I last feel so free?’

Remember you as a child, playing, running, laughing, not a worry in the world.

Let that feeling wash over you and sink deeply into you.

Feel the safety. Feel the laughter. Sway with the breeze and spread your arms wide.

‘I am free.’

Find your roots, your strength, ground as you soothe your nervous system.” - Tree Agate

At this point, my Fairy family popped in to close out the message to you. “Spread some magic and sprinkle a little fairy dust as you go through the week.”

Cartoon image of fairies with pink wings outside of a small fairy home with two snails and a pink and black background

So, my friends, as you continue to walk this journey know that there is always support, hope and guidance along the path.

If you are going through the Dark Night of the Soul and would like some support, please visit HealByDawn.com for session information.

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Fun fact: This blog has been infused with energy from the Tree Agate Crystal.

Calling all Mediums! The next Mediumship Practice Circle is Thursday, March 6th at 7:30pm EST. Beginners are welcome and encouraged! Last month we had a special visit from Archangel Michael.

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