Mindset Shifts with Debbie

In this episode I discuss 6 reasons why your affirmations may not be working, and why one popular word in manifestation circles may be bringing you more of what you don't want.

When we desire to manifest something or have something happen in our lives, it's equivalent to placing an order with The Most High or with the Universe. Once we place our order we have to trust that there is movement, the same way we trust an online retailer, a restaurant, or a fast food chain. We also have to be clear and specific so that we receive exactly what we want.

"Be yourself, everyone else is already taken." - Oscar Wilde It's important that we embrace our true and authentic selves - our personality, our belief systems, our race, spiritual views, etc. Instead of trying to fit in, stand out and stand up for what you believe in. Be you and fully accept yourself. Also, accept others as they are.

Your intuition is the blueprint for your most fulfilled and successful life. It's my personal belief that your intuition is the part of the God-consciousness that is the still, small voice. This is why it's never wrong. Instead of listening to so-called "experts" and "gurus" follow your own intuitive instincts.

Whatever we focus on the most, whatever our most dominant thoughts are, is what manifest in our lives. That's why we must be cognizant and intentional about what we watch and listen to, and how we spend our time. It's crucial particularly in the mornings because it sets the tone for our day. Also at night because our subconscious mind is in complete control during sleep, carrying out all the things we've intentionally or unintentionally fed it. Shift your focus so that your desired reality is what comes to fruition.

The purpose of praying without ceasing is to shift the atmosphere. We shouldn't wait until tragedy strikes before we pray. Prayer should serve as a preventive measure not a life raft. Even when things are going well we should always be in an attitude of prayer and thanksgiving. We don't need to seek opportunities to pray because the opportunities never cease to exist.

"Faith is not abstract or a concept, it's a substance. And it's a confident knowing that substance already exists." -Debbie McKiver. I personally believe that our faith is always in the process of being developed and strengthened. Even when we are spiritually mature our faith is tested. Though we may not react in a manner that we would have in the past (which is a sign of spiritual growth), doubt may still attempt to creep in. Like the father of the possessed child in Christ's day, we may need to ask God to help us with any mental blocks otherwise known as subconscious unbelief.

"Let your workings remain a mystery. Just show people the results." -Lao-tzu Just like in the game of chess we must learn that it's not necessary to announce our next move. Simply yell "checkmate." As it states in Scripture when we operate in private, the Most High rewards us openly. It's not necessary that everyone know everything and it's better if they didn't. Just show your work!

Most of the time when we're in expectation of something great or a need to be met, it seems to come at the very last minute. The goal is to get to the point where what we consider to be "miracles" become a normal occurrence in our lives. Literally walking in the miraculous.

The only time that exist is NOW! When we're attempting to fast forward to the future or dwelling on the regrets of the past, we miss the present moment. Being at the end of the current calendar year does not indicate that we need to jump into planning for the next year and forget that there's still more time accomplish goals in the current year. The focus should be on finishing 2021 (or whatever the current year is) strong and crossing the bridge of 2022 (or whatever the next year is) when we get there. At the time of this recording there are 11 full days left in 2021 and that's more than enough time for life-changing events to happen that can change our lives for the better. Our lives can change for the better literally in an instant, but we have to slow down and stay present.

The New Testament of the Bible discusses that we shouldn't worry about provision because in the same way the Most High provides for the birds of the air and lollies of the field, we'll be provided for also. There's no greater way to experience this lesson than to take time to sit, observe, and connect with Nature as often as possible. All of Creation (with the exception of human beings) are in complete submission to the Divine Design. The trees, Sun, Moon, stars, animals, ocean, clouds, all of it. They all live and act in complete flow, worry free. There's a lot to be learned from allowing ourselves to follow this natural way of being.

"LoDebar" is an allegory for an individual who has a poor self image or low self worth. In order to arise from LoDebar you have to decide that you want to see yourself differently, then decide who it is you wish to be. Once you make the decision, become that person first in imagination. Then bring it to life in your physical reality.

A vital step in hearing intuitively is getting still, quiet, and being in peace. When we make decisions from an emotional standpoint we often end up regretting it. Take a listen to my latest episode and don't forget to SHARE!🤗

Although for a lot of people it's their favorite time of the year, for some it's the most dreaded season. Some are depressed or stressed and others are coping with the loss of loved ones. Also, people have different beliefs. Let's remember to be kind, compassionate, loving, and non-judgmental. Most of all, remember to have an open mind. Part of having an open mind is being receptive of others thinking and behaving differently than us. There's always the chance that what you believe could be wrong.

It's dangerous to believe everything you see on a social media platform. Things are not always as they appear, so be careful not to compare or become disjointed over what you perceive to be true. You could be jealous or angry over what's really a myth.

Jealousy and envy are comparable to a slow, venemous poison. It stifles our minds, clouds our judgment, and causes us to become bitter. It stems from self-hatred and has to be dealt with from a mental perspective. We must shift our mindsets so that we change the way that we think about ourselves first, then we can be happy for others and celebrate their successes and good fortune.

One of the hardest things in life to do is let go of people, places, or things that no longer serve us. But by not letting go we place ourselves in a position of misery. We feel stuck. We also find that we can no longer think clearly, our creativity is blocked, and we delay our blessings. Fear, lack of courage, and obligation are three of the biggest culprits of our inability to let go and allow new things to flow into our lives.

Self-love is a state of mind; a mindset. You must condition your mind to believe that you deserve unconditional love not only from others, but from yourself. It's not selfish to prioritize yourself in your quest serve and love others. This requires a healthy balance. You must also train your mind to think of yourself differently. Know that you are worthy, amazing, and limitless. Never shrink back or dim your own light to make others feel more comfortable.

In order to successfully manifest our desires, we must let go of attaching ourselves to a specific outcome. When we try to make it happen in our own way or in our own timing, we create resistance and instead of attracting what we want, we resist it. There are 3 steps to effortless manifesting: Decide, Believe, and Surrender. When we naturally allow this process to occur we’re able to manifest our desires with ease and flow.

When your mind is healthy it fosters an abundant and healthy life. While it's great to be physically healthy and have a beautiful external appearance, poor mental health will attract the wrong things to us and potentially destroy us.

In order to successfully shift your mindset and change your physical circumstances, you must first bring something new into your awareness. In this episode I discuss how you can do this by using just one word.

Shifting our mindsets is not about "having it all together" or experiencing a picture-perfect life. It's about perfectly progressing or being better than we were previously. It's okay to experience different emotions as long as we don't dwell there. The battle of the mind is real, therefore it's important to intentionally renew our minds on a daily basis.

Mindsets are developed. As new born babies our minds are innocent, open, and limitless. As we get older and become influenced by our environments, the people in our environment and other external circumstances. As this happens our mindsets begins to change. We become imitators of what we see and are exposed to. Closed minds and negative mindsets are learned behaviors, not something that one is born with.
We become conditioned by what we hear and see and develop these things as a belief system.