Katie Queue Magazine: Issue January 2023 by KatieQueue

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Finding The Real You

Why I am Single & Loving it.

FROM MADNESS TO MAGIC

Find happiness and acceptance in your single status this year!

Author Melissa Devine talks about her personal journey to happiness.

FRESH STARTS

Feng Shui Discover all you need to know about Feng Shui from expert Alejandra Brady.

PLAN TO LIVE FOR 2023

JANUARY 2023

All you ready to make a fresh start in 2023?

HAPPY NEW YEAR CELEBRATE 2023 with articles to help your income, business, relationships, self-worth and so much more!

Discover what goals you should be setting this new year

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10 Compliments a Day Challenge Welcome by Katie Queue Feng Shui: What You Need to Know From Madness to Magic 2022: My Reflections by Katie Queue How Small Businesses Can Thrive This Year

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How Yoga Transformed Me Healthy People, Healthy Planet What to Look Out for in the Year Ahead Four Tips for Making Realistic Goals Do You Have a Financial Plan for 2023? Katie Recommends

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Why I am Single and Loving It How to Benefit From the Energy of a New Year The Rebirth of My Spirit Moving On: What is MultiGenerational Trauma? Instagram Influencers Will Your Socials Trend in 2023?

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How Can Tarot Cards Guide You Through a New Year? Tarot Card of the Month Crystal of the Month Plan to Live for 2023 My Journey to Happiness Katie Queue Services

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"In this issue we explore fresh starts and new goals for 2023. Everything you need to start the new year off right."

HELLO & WELCOME Happy New Year everyone, I hope you had some time off and were able to re-align with who you are! In this month's magazine, we have advice from the most amazing people. From yoga teachers inspiring you about inner calm, to accountants guiding you along the financial path and wellbeing, career and more coaches here to offer advice, guidance and support. We have really focused on fresh starts and goals this month and how we can turn struggle into triumph, endings into the most fantastic new beginnings. We have cherry picked the best talent out there to be able to guide you on your path to success. There is nothing better than clear cut advice from people who have actually done it, with strategic steps and a great attitude, so here is a big thank you to you, the reader and to you, the writer. We are family and we want you to be the happiest you've ever been. In this edition of the magazine series, we support and love you as always. I love you, Click to follow

FENG SHUI WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Introducing Alejandra Brady, a unique and wonderfully intelligent woman who will show you the importance of introducing Feng Shui into your home. Feng Shui allows you to bring in Health, Wealth and Happiness through the ancient art of Energy placementlet's find out more… Katie x I’m Alejandra Brady. I’m the creator of the “What Should I Feng Shui Today?” Oracle card deck and the author of the best selling book, “I Just Can’t Make This Sh!t Up.” After 15 years designing the interiors of beautiful homes and offices, I found myself missing something, so five years ago, while recovering from an unexpected cervical fusion, I took a break from my design business to focus on my most important client –

"FENG SHUI IS AN ANCIENT PRACTICE THAT ORIGINATED IN CHINA THOUSANDS OF YEARS AGO." Me. My mental, emotional and physical interior needed a reboot, and I found that in Feng Shui. After I began to implement Feng Shui principles to my own home, I chose to become a certified practitioner. I accomplished this by studying under a Feng Shui master. Delving into Feng Shui unlocked a new world for me and this became the start of my spiritual journey.

Changing the energy in our home opened the door to my curiosity about other modalities. I started looking into meditation, crystal healing, astrology and was amazed at how they all seemed to compliment each other. I chose to focus on Feng Shui because the benefits were undeniable and made sense to me given my design background. The energy shift in our home over the course of a month led to my husband encouraging me to make more changes and that was all the proof I needed! So, the first question I always get asked is, “What exactly is Feng Shui?” Feng Shui is an ancient practice that originated in China thousands of

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So here is my pro tip for you, just in time for the New Year:

Feng Shui works with your surroundings, both invisible (Feng translates to Wind) and visible (Shui translates to Water). The question always is: What can be done to create the perfect environment for one to thrive in? When I work with my clients, I am always striving to create a balanced, beautiful and harmonious space. The goal is to create a sanctuary for my clients, whether it is their home or their office environment.

The second most asked question is: "What can I do to start to invite good energy in to my home today?"

Look at your front door. Your front door is the Mouth of Chi. It works the same way your mouth works, by allowing energy and fresh air into your home. Wipe down your door, check the hardware. You don’t want to be broken or stuck. Check for burned out lightbulbs, dead plants, faded flowers and a worn out doormat. Replace everything that needs replacing with the intention of welcoming new and vibrant energy

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into your space. Bonus: If you are having a hard time thinking clearly or making decisions, clean your windows. Your home’s windows are the eyes of the home, so cleaning them will help you “see clearly!” I hope these quick tips peak your interest. I have hundreds of educational posts like this on my Instagram, so come find me and take the journey into the magical world of Feng Shui with me! Written By: Alejandra Brady

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FROM MADNESS TO MAGIC

STARTING SOMETHING NEW BEGINS WITH FINDING THE MAGICAL GUIDE WITHIN. Introducing the intelligent Melissa Devine; a Healer and Spiritualist who has recently released a book highlighting ways to get out of the darkness and into the light. Katie x Have you been stuck? Lost? Motivated to change but don’t know where to start? Do you lean into the spiritual world but just not understand how all these “gurus” decipher the messages they are receiving? I’m Melissa Devine and if you answered yes to just one of these questions, I understand you. If you’re reading this, you’re probably an empath. You’re in good company, me too. As a child we are often told we are too sensitive. When we see magical guideposts and think to follow them, the world shuts us down. Tells us to be logical and slowly the connection we were born with disappears and is covered in fear. We become covered in fear. At the age of twenty-four I had begun to read a book on the law of attraction. The law of attraction is the theory and practice most commonly referred to as manifesting.

Manifesting is understanding that everything is energy and like energy attracts like energy. In other words, positive energy will attract positive people, opportunities, and circumstances and the same goes for negative energy. Once you decide what you want to manifest you begin to align with that energy. You must not block the manifestation with disbelief and you must become a vibrational match to what it is you want. Now, this all sounds easy. Just like any concept is understood, there are many nuances to putting this into practice. This is why manifesting is more than wishful thinking. At 24 a book on the law of attraction found me, but before I could finish the book, I survived a violent crime and my world turned to darkness. Trapped in a world of suicide attempts and addiction. Then one day, seven years later, I woke up. Whether your story is filled with darkness or not, most of us all have moments in life where we “wake up.” We just decide “I will never live like this again.” That is where the magic happens. So, I woke up. As soon as I did, the universe appeared. I turned on my TV and on my Netflix home

"WHETHER YOUR STORY IS FILLED WITH DARKNESS OR NOT, MOST OF US ALL HAVE MOMENTS IN LIFE WHERE WE “WAKE UP.” WE JUST DECIDE “I WILL NEVER LIVE LIKE THIS AGAIN.” THAT IS WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS." screen, there was the book I had started all those years before, now made into a documentary. There was the loudest message of all. When something is meant for you, you cannot miss it. You can get derailed for seven years and then, there it is, once again. I began to study the law of attraction. I didn’t just use it as a magic wand to manifest my desires, although that was fun too. I used it to heal myself.

"JUST LIKE JOAN OF ARC, SHE RAISED HER SWORD AND SAID I AM NOT AFRAID, I WAS BORN TO DO THIS.”" In this new life, the spiritual realm began to communicate and I followed every message. The more I followed, the faster the magic appeared. It wasn’t all magical though. It isn’t meant to be. I had healed with a high vibe hell yeah attitude and it worked for a long time. Then, I met a soulmate who reflected everything I used to be. How had I done all this work and ended up back at the very beginning? I had healed what I needed to heal at that time. Now, it was time to dive deeper. Once I understood that, I understood how to lead others on their own healing journey. Magical messages kept floating in and one leap of faith after another was taken. Months later, the synchronicities would lead me to a moment of 'aha'. It was this sentence, “Just like Joan of Arc, she raised her sword and said I am not afraid, I was born to do this.” I opened my computer and I wrote a heart wrenching vulnerable account of the trauma and the revival. “From Madness to Magic” was written. It poured out of my soul. It starts as a true crime and turns into a step-by-step guide to healing trauma on any level and an introduction into the magical realm that is around each of us. A guide to the guide above. I wrote my book for four reasons.

To reach people who are, or were, where I was. To lead people through a magical journey that will help start or broaden the vision of how magic is showing up in their life to direct their path. To give to charities with a portion of the profits and to release my story, because like so many of us, I needed to be seen and heard. You, reading this, are why I wrote this book. Just like the book I was drawn to at the age of twenty-four. This book will show up for those who are ready for it and will show up for those again, if they miss it the first time. That is how magic works. This is the beginning of starting something new. I wish you all the magic! Courses found in my memoir include: Empath Child, Physic Readings, Energy Healing, Animal Totems, Law of Attraction, Boundaries, Mantras, Buddhism, Angel Numbers, Past Lives, Soulmates, Manifesting a Law of Attraction Shitstorm and Oracle Cards. Written by: Melissa Devine To purchase “From Madness to Magic”, visit my website melissadevine.net

"When your connection to yourself is healthy, you're more likely to have an abundance of energy." Lydia Kimmerling

2022 was a hard year for everyone. Pretty much every single person I spoke to seemed to be coming head to head with a very negative, dark energy person who seemed content with triggering them into fighting for their self-esteem. It was a year of endings you see. So what happens there is that child wound you have, that one piece of low self-esteem and low self-worth still hanging around, popped up in so many different people so that you could finally put that to bed.

We hear all the time about fighting our demons. What does that even mean? Well in 2022 it was all about that one wound you didn’t want to look at. That last piece of the puzzle. That one situation that changed the course of your entire life, and since then you’ve settled for that kind of relationship which didn’t serve you. The way you spoke to yourself and behaved, it all just stems from that one thing that happened when you were younger. Well, it had to go to my friends. So what happens is, we could have picked up a message that perhaps we have to earn love, or that love isn’t available to us, or that life is hard. So from that moment on, we choose jobs where we work hard, we choose relationships that don’t come easy and we choose love that isn’t available and only offers us crumbs. 2022 was about tackling that one message that changed our entire lives. It was about choosing ‘Us’, finally. It was about really destroying a lot of relationships and patterns that brought us nothing but a narrow and slow existence. Well done. It was a tough year but you did it. You chose you. I love you,

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HOW SMALL BUSINESSES CAN THRIVE THIS YEAR. Surrey Accountancy Limited is our regular financial feature. This issue the team is talking you through how to become your own boss and make sure your business thrives in this new year. Katie x You may be wondering how you can make your small business thrive this year. There are many ways that you can help boost your business this year; and propel you to where you want to be in the business world. At Surrey Accountancy Limited we are really fortunate to be based in Epsom, Surrey; full of amazing small businesses, making the local area a small business hub. Here are our go-to tips for keeping your businesses booming in the new year ahead… Stay focused on your niche and/or market

"AS YOU BUSINESS GROWS LISTEN TO FEEDBACK FROM YOUR CUSTOMERS." You know your business better than anyone and what you want to achieve with it. Don’t get overexcited and try to get involved in different markets. This doesn’t mean that your business can’t branch into different areas or that you as an entrepreneur can’t have different businesses in differing markets but specialising with a clear audience in mind will make networking, marketing and planning a lot easier and targeted. Organise your accounts This is so important! You need to make sure you have a budget for

what your business can achieve and stick to it. If you do not manage your books efficiently, and do not have an accountant to help, you can find yourself with cashflow issues early on, and unsure of how to recover. This year make your business thrive by keeping your books organised and profitable. No matter what business you run, bookkeeping is a critical part of it. Accurate bookkeeping is the only way to be in control of your business financially, and it is essential that your bookkeeping is organised. Learn from your customers As your business grows, listen to feedback you may get from your customers. Whether it’s good feedback or constructive criticism, you can learn from it and push yourself and your business

onwards and upwards. Jason Boyce (CEO of Dazadi) said:

"In this day and age you cannot spend enough time reading your own product reviews and improving your product based on that ‘boots on the ground’ feedback. Listen to the customer and improve your products so that your products and sales improve"

Do you have a lot of administrative work you don’t have time for? Maybe hire a Virtual Assistant to assist with these tasks. Are you spending too much time on your bookkeeping? Outsource to a qualified bookkeeper, such as our team at Surrey Accountancy Limited.

Build and develop a team As a small business owner you will never have enough time for everything you need to do, there’s just never enough hours in the day! Building a team will not only give you support and improve the service you provide, but it will also help to grow your business and help you thrive. Think about what you can outsource to other small businesses, giving you more time to focus on key parts of your business, such as growth.

Do you dread your Tax Return or are constantly struggling to find the time to file it? Outsource to an accountant, such as our team at Surrey Accountancy Limited. This is helping you and helping other small businesses. Be Passionate Finally, one of our biggest tips for thriving this year is to remain passionate about your business. It can be easy to lose focus and forget why you started your business but when you are

passionate about what you do, the products you sell, and the customers you do business with, you will give your business purpose and growth. Make 2023 your year and make your business thrive! For more information and to start your journey with us at Surrey Accountancy Limited, please contact us.

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HOW YOGA TRANSFORMED ME. BY BALJIT KHANKE At that time I was required to stop any strenuous exercise or there would be serious life altering implications.

Introducing the beautiful Yoga teacher Baljit Khanke. Baljit talks openly about her own struggles and what lead her into trying yoga to stabilise her own emotions and burnout and why she became a teacher. Katie x I was born and raised in London and graduated in 2015. My yoga journey began in 2016 as a way to supplement my mental health. I came from a very fast paced personal life and career. Due to the fast moving lifestyle I lived, there were increased pressures to be filled. After living the way I did, my immune health suffered and doctors diagnosed me with burnout...

I decided to take action and immersed myself in yoga and self help books. I loved the transformation I began to see. I felt stronger and more centred than ever before. My awareness and mindfulness improved as I got deeper in my yoga journey. I began to live a more fulfilled life. My immune health recovered and for the very first time, I started to read up and care about what exactly was going into my body, mind and soul. I decided to only surround myself with people who were good for my soul and mental health. In 2019, I enrolled on a yoga teaching diploma and qualified in 2021. One of my greatest achievements is to pass on and teach others to connect with their inner self and experience being in the here and now. Yoga is a spiritual practice that reminds us that everything is connected so we must live, act and breathe with awareness, which many have lost in the current times.

For me I had to reach burnout to be reminded to slow down and crystallise a more positive, authentic way to live my life. For other students in my classes, it may be to escape reality, depression, anxiety, poor health, hormonal imbalances and so on. To instill self love, compassion and undo any childhood or adulthood trauma. Whatever the reason may be, practicing yoga improves your self-worth, mental health, boost mindfulness, lifts your mood, helps build muscle and flexibility leading to weight loss. As yoga develops inner awareness as well as physical appearance, this is a complete workout for both the mind and body. Regular yoga practice will enhance your inner awareness, create mental clarity and calmness. You will begin to feel centred, relaxed and relieved from chronic stress. The benefits will continue to extend beyond your mat. I myself have experienced yoga’s healing power in a very real way and transformed my life. Written by: Baljit Khanke For questions and queries about classes and private lessons you can email me at B_04@hotmail.co.uk

HEALTHY PEOPLE, HEALTHY PLANET Introducing the incredible Christian Van Camp and his wonderful way of living. Christian opens up about how to increase your happy hormones whilst giving you all the information you need to take back control of your diet and life. Katie x

We get caught up in the act and forget the power of our choices, decisions and reactions. Charles R. Swindoll had a great quote about attitude and to paraphrase part of his quote, “Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it.”

Every time you make a choice, you are turning the central part of you, the part of you that chooses, into something a little different than it was before. And taking your life as a whole, with all your innumerable choices, all your life long you are slowly turning this central thing into a heavenly creature or a hellish creature: either into a creature that is in harmony with God, and with other creatures, and with itself, or else into one that is in a state of war and hatred with God, and with its fellow creatures, and with itself. - C.S. Lewis

Ain't that the truth? Life is all about reactions. What choice do we make when something happens to us? Or perhaps nothing happens to us and we simply just make a choice. This brings up the power of choice regarding consumerism. More specifically, consumerism in the food industry.

Every moment you have a choice, and every choice dictates your destiny on this planet. Do you make the choice briskly without any genuine forethought? Or do you take time to ponder how this decision will impact you and the greater good? Most of us push these critical questions aside and take the spontaneous route out of mere selfishness.

Are you putting your righteous dollar bills towards foods that nourish you and the planet? Yes, some ‘food-like products’ out there taste damn delicious and are much more ‘affordable’ for your wallet than organic produce, health supplements, etc... but are they really affordable? Most of the foods on the shelves in grocery stores, fast-food menus and gas stations are actually quite expensive – They are expensive for your health AND the planet’s. A simple scenario of you waltzing into the grocery store and placing the diverse array of goodies in your cart plays a bigger role in life on earth than you may realize. For instance, you could opt for the dirt cheap, inflammatory deli meat instead of the healthier organic grass-fed beef or pastureraised eggs. You save a couple bucks and you go on your way. Great! But it's not that simple. That same transaction of processed foods week after week not only begins to disrupt your health and your family’s, it transcends to the macrocosm. Without notice, you are affecting the entirety of the planet and all life on earth. The micro becomes the macro; the pieces create the whole. That deli meat wrapped in that plastic packaging came from a distressed cow, turkey, chicken or pig that lived its short life in closed cages, clambering over others, breathing rancid air, sleeping in feces and fed inflammatory chow that isn’t designed for their physiology (i.e. soy for cows even though they’re innately grass-eaters).

When these factory-farmed creatures were alive, they emitted an incomprehensible amount of greenhouse gasses like methane into the atmosphere. Greenhouse gasses absorb infrared radiation and cause the greenhouse effect, which warms the Earth. I could go on and on about the wrong-doings in the produce industry as well with pesticides and tilling of the soil, but I'll spare you from the negativity. Let's talk about what you can do to radiate positivity and promote healthfulness on earth! To keep it simple and straightforward, here is a valuable bulletproof list of things you can begin utilizing today to make your healthy mark on the planet: Compost your food scraps Microbiology thrives on peels, skins, eggshells, coffee grounds, etc. However, this microbiology cannot access these precious nutrientdense compounds to make nutrientdense soil without oxygen and a suitable climate. When we throw our banana peels in the trash to be bagged up and picked up by the dumpster, they are piled under TONS and TONS of layers of garbage that can’t be decomposed. Therefore, they create a ton of methane and other harmful greenhouse gasses that slowly harm the planet, one peel at a time.

Compost your food scraps with a cheap stainless steel bin like one I have on my countertop, and dump it outside with soil and moisture (a place where nature can play its part). Use Reusable Bags Grocery Shopping The more paper or plastic bags you don't jumble up and throw in other plastic trash bags, the healthier you will make the planet and your psyche. Seriously, about ONE TRILLION single-use plastic bags are used annually across the globe. That’s nearly 2 million every minute! Buy Organic Organic, 100% grass-fed meat and plant farming is better for the environment. If you want to reduce pollution and soil erosion, use less water and energy, and increase soil biology then choosing organic is for you! That is why I love permaculture and regenerative farming – it’s what Mother Nature created before the industrial unethical factory farming and cash crop industry exploded. Organic also steers clear from toxic pesticides which kill all the adorable birds, bees and rodent animals nearby. Organic, pasture-raised, wild-caught and grass-fed meats are also suitable for your health. They do not contain harmful antibiotic pumps, growth hormones and sadness in their genes from a crammed, despair-filled life

like their non-organic animal friends. Organic is free from pesticides that wreck our microbiome and cause cancer (look into 'Glyphosate’). Eat Whole Foods (Avoid Ultraprocessed ‘Frankenfoods’!) This one is obvious, and I know that you know this! The more money you put towards the colorfully packaged ‘food-like’ products (you know you shouldn't spend your good-earned money on) the better YOU will feel and the better the PLANET will feel. Vote with your dollar! Live Eco-Conscious When we are sick or ill or feeling under the weather, we tend to make selfish decisions without knowing it, right? I know when I’m feeling rundown, I could care less about the gum (that takes hundreds of years to degrade) I throw out the window. But if I am feeling vibrant and healthy from my workout, my whole-foods smoothie, the sunshine I took advantage of in nature – then I more than likely will not litter. As you can tell, I am extremely passionate about holistic health and wellness. Hope you received some benefit and inspiration! Healthy People, Healthy Planet. Written by: Christian Van Camp Men’s Holistic Lifestyle Coach

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WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR IN THE YEAR AHEAD - 2023 I always felt that 2022 was about completion. It was about loving yourself, learning your boundaries and seeing the inner charm. It was about identifying with yourself what and who you want in it, so it was a year of execution and endings. In 2023, I feel it’s more about intimacy with yourself and the friendships and relationships that survived 2022. It’s about depth and nurture. In 2023 I would expect you to be feeling safer, more optimistic and braver. It’s a year where you really start to practise what you preached in 2022 and really step out of your comfort zone to pursue everything you always felt was true. I suspect this is the year where you become

bold, you exercise what is in your heart and it's about building anew. With 2022 being such a final year, 2023 will be about redecorating your life. So many of my clients were all going through the same thing in 2022. They were really putting their foot down and ending relationships that they had been in for such a long time. All of a sudden they just weren’t taking the hot and cold behaviour anymore, or they were seeing that this long-term relationship that never really offered much wasn’t right anymore and more importantly, they were really willing to fight for themselves in all of that. They were cutting cords and re-evaluating who and what

was in their life. I always see years like that as time where you redecorate. If you think about when you redecorate your home, you get rid of the old furniture before you buy the new furniture right, otherwise there’s no where to put it. So this year, expect new furniture. Expect new people and relationships that resonate with your new found love of self, and expect opportunities and jobs or projects to just really resonate with you. Expect to sing! I love you,

"Use all of that highenergy to really start to support you and bring it into your experience."

The Four Tips Here are my top 4 tips for making realistic goals to focus on for 2023:

1) List your goals. Prepare a list of simple and achievable goals. 2) List the reasons behind each plan. Understanding why you are hoping to achieve these goals can help with motivation and recognising your unconscious drive based on your beliefs and values. 3) Give yourself a deadline. Put a time frame in place for each goal by putting an exact date that you would like to achieve the goal next to each target. 4) Track your progress. Revise your goals routinely, even every week if you can, and measure the achievement. Goal setting to live the life you've dreamed of can be hard work and requires constant attention, but by having the right strategies and putting in the effort, you will reach every goal! Do not forget to enjoy the journey, and that's what matters! Written by: Tiba Al-Khalidy

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DO YOU HAVE A FINANCIAL PLAN FOR 2023? Welcome back the astute and caring Independent Financial Advisor Michael Bower from Aspen Financial Services, who is giving you tips on how to budget and understand your finances so they work for you! Do you have a financial plan for 2023? Michael is here to help you invest, budget, save and more… Katie x The past two and a half years have been extraordinary, and it does feel like the world has and is changing under our feet. During times like these, it’s important to zoom out, especially when our thought process becomes more tuned to what is happening in the immediate. In my experience, New Year's Resolutions don’t work. Setting a structured and believable plan is more likely to stick and understanding why you are doing it, and the outcome it leads to, is the driver you need. It took me a number of years to understand the power of Outcome. Rather than thinking I want to save more, I now start with what those savings will provide for me, how

much better my life will be, how financial stress will be reduced, the beaches I will walk on. Whatever you need to see, feel and own, starts with the outcome and then begins with a plan. Just remember, no one buys a drill because they want a drill, what they want is a hole in a wall. The outcome drives the action. Understanding your income Firstly, make sure you know your average monthly income. This is important in understanding your monthly cash flow, to avoid running out of money before you run out of month. If you’re self-employed, work on a conservative average, rather than good months. Fixed Expenses These are the important ones, as they represent basic needs, (rent or mortgage, utilities, broadband, phones, insurance and debt payments). Variable Expenses These will include discretionary

expenses such as entertainment, eating out, shopping, travel etc. To work these out, you have to be honest with yourself and go back through old cards and bank statements. This is the important part, because these are often the ones that get put on credit cards and the ones that you can (should) cut back if times get harder. Emergency fund We all like holidays, presents and days out. We don’t often plan for these, so will either be paid via some form of credit. An emergency fund can help you to avoid selling assets at potentially depressed times and prices, as well as keeping you financially afloat in unforeseen life circumstances, such as a change in your or a loved one’s employment situation. A general rule-of-thumb for an emergency fund is saving three to six months’ worth of living expenses in a safe, liquid account. Doing the sums Time to be honest, if you start with a budget as close to reality as possible, this will help to avoid those credit cards growing rather than falling.

"TACKLING DEBT IS A SKILL WORTH LEARNING. EACH TIME YOU USE CREDIT, YOU REDUCE YOUR FOLLOWING MONTH’S AVAILABLE INCOME." In business, there are 2 important adages; Lack of profit destroys you slowly, Lack of cash flow destroys you instantly. If you treat your finances the same, it will get you in a much stricter and focused mindset. If you have very little left over each month, that’s not a problem in the short-term, but putting things on credit before payday is a downward spiral. Tackling debt Tackling debt is a skill worth learning. Each time you use credit, you reduce your following month’s available income. Even if you’re already good about managing debt, consider taking steps to help reduce it further, such as using raises or year-end bonuses to reduce balances with high interest rates. Think about consolidating any remaining debt, which may help you swap varying interest rates on multiple loans, credit lines or cards,

for a potentially lower rate on a single loan. Reducing the number of loans you carry can also help simplify your financial life and ease money stress, just watch for the charges, as low interest rates sometimes hide high charges. Prioritise and review Stopping to check progress is important, just make sure it is a relevant timescale to avoid thinking you are not moving forward: *Monthly for a brief update and reset if required. *6-monthly for a more in-depth check-up. These do not have to be on your own, use an accountant or financial adviser. The most successful people work with advisers, coaches and joint ventures all the time. Taking advice is one of the most important things to do, and it can also be the most challenging, as it will mean working out your goals, setting them and working towards them.

Look further ahead The most important aspect of longer term planning is retirement. For me, this means the point at which I can rely on savings or investments to provide income, so I am not 100% reliant on a job. Retirement is about options and giving your ‘future self’ those options, means planning. The main sources tend to be building a rental property portfolio and investment portfolios. Other longerterm planning can also include deposit for buying a home or building a fund for children (education or their own home). Wellbeing (personal and financial) These two are often intrinsically linked, most of my work over the last 26 years has been helping people unravel previous financial decisions and helping clients to make new ones. The new year can be an opportunity to continue prioritising your

personal and financial wellness. Consider taking advantage of any employer wellness resources for physical, mental or financial health. Many companies offer financialeducation programs and digital learning tools, which can supplement the advice you receive from a Financial Advisor. If you are a small business owner, I recommend networking or coworking events, as these put you in touch with other business owners. During tough times, shared experiences and solutions are much easier to see, when you change your environment. Make it matter to you We tend to be more successful with decisions and goal setting, when it aligns with your values and beliefs. Whether you’re interested in enhancing diversity at companies, tackling climate change, helping to alleviate poverty or pursuing other causes, you can build a portfolio that adds impact to your investments while also potentially generating positive financial returns.

Finally, my view of the world Annually we set out our thoughts and expectations for the future, which we share with clients to help them build their plans and understand the world in which they are making those financial plans.

"DURING TOUGH TIMES, SHARED EXPERIENCES AND SOLUTIONS ARE MUCH EASIER TO SEE, WHEN YOU CHANGE YOUR ENVIRONMENT." Here are some snippets for 2023, which I feel we all need to take into account: Demographics are changing, our prior young world will evolve into an aging, urban world, where inequality within countries may increasingly challenge the social fabric.

The march of urbanisation has led to an additional two billion people living in cities, meaning city dwellers outnumber those living in rural areas (56% of the global population is urban). The world is ageing as never before as a result of declining fertility and rising life expectancy. Globally, the world has reached the plateau of “peak child”, it is unlikely that there will ever be many more under-fives alive than there are today. Africa, conversely, will be the source of more than half of global population growth in the coming decades. By the early 2030s, the continent is expected to have a larger working-age population than China or India. The world will continue to urbanise. In 2021, the world hit “peak rural”—all future population growth is projected to come from urban centres, as rural populations decline. North America is projected to gain 13 large cities by 2035, Africa and Asia are expected to gain about 50 and 100, respectively. The world changes and so does investment opportunities. Global needs often mean new industries, new skills and ultimately new ways to create wealth and stability. Transversal technologies, such as applied AI (Artificial Intelligence), bioengineering, and immersivereality technologies, are attracting tens and hundreds of billions of dollars of annual investment. In the digitally saturated world, frontier technologies such as the metaverse will begin to enter the mainstream. AI in particular, has a wide range of potential applications, which some claim will underpin a Fourth Industrial Revolution. AI innovation, as

measured by AI-based patent applications, grew at a rate of more than 75 percent a year between 2015 and 2022. Spending on renewables will need to ramp up at four times the 2015–22 rate to be on the path to net zero. Oil drilling has not responded to recent high prices as markedly as in the past, likely due to concerns about fossil fuel investment. Looking for a source of optimism is that many breakthrough technologies are moving from science fiction to reality, there is the building of small modular nuclear reactors; the first US final certification of such a design is likely to be issued this year.

"THE WORLD CHANGES AND SO DOES INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES. GLOBAL NEEDS OFTEN MEAN NEW INDUSTRIES, NEW SKILLS AND ULTIMATELY NEW WAYS TO CREATE WEALTH AND STABILITY." -MICHAEL BOWER

The CRISPR gene editing tool is migrating from lab bench to bedside in order to tackle cancer and genetic disorders such as sickle cell anaemia and thalassemia. The Netherlands has developed an effective nurse-led model of holistic, continuous care for the elderly, a sector that is becoming more critical in all nations. You can find out more information on how to manage and invest your finances in 2023 and beyond, with us at Aspen Financial Services. Contact us today for more information and to start your journey. Written by: Michael Bower Aspen Financial Services

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Katie Recommends... MUST READS... If you know me, you'll know I am constantly reading. I love reading for work and pleasure; educating myself or disappearing into a different world. Personally and professionally, growing with every word. Here are this issues must-reads: my personal reading recommendations...

The Bewitching By Jill Dawson "Drawing on the 16th-century case of the witches of Warboys, this is a novel of searing imagination that vividly conveys the way fear can turn into paranoia and victims be made to believe in their own wickedness, especially when those in power hold all the cards." waterstones.com

The Anatomy of Anxiety By Ellen Vora At a time when anxiety seems to be at an all time high, this book is well overdue. Dr. Ellen Vora is a psychiatrist who discusses everything you need to know about anxiety and how to overcome it. From why it occurs, triggers and how your body responds. A must-read for anyone battling anxiety.

A Little bit of Faith By Katie Piper This little book of positivity is your best friend. 365 bite-sized affirmations to fill every day of a year, alongside Katie's own experiences. Katie truly demonstrates how hardship and heartbreak can fuel your fight and ignite the very best chapters of your life to come.

WHY I AM SINGLE AND LOVING IT. Introducing the masterful Claire Duncan, who takes you through the benefits of being single. It's a great angle on why you should be taking time off from the dating arena and focusing on your independent happiness. Katie x ‘Single and Loving it’ or left on the shelf, an old maid or spinster! The latter are all societal labels that for years have been attached to women not in a relationship, suggesting it’s not a choice or desire that anyone would want rather than something we can embrace. However, with 40% of the adult population in the UK now being single you’ll find more like myself have chosen to be single and are truly loving the single life plus the benefits it brings.

"Left my long-term partner in 2009, I see men from time to time, but I’ve lived alone ever since and I love every bit of it. Initially I took a lot of shit about it from friends, saying that I should be settled down. Now most of them want to swap shoes with me.” With divorce rates having increased from 27% in 1963, to 42% in 2022, singledom is here to stay, so whether you choose to date again or not, embracing the time that you are single and ensuring you are happy is essential. So, what are the benefits of being single? Apart from the obvious… toilet seat down, control over

I have been single for 4 years and personally loving it… but am I in the minority? I decided to find out, so I asked several of my single female friends how they felt. Here are some of the responses I got. “49 and living my best life…single!!” “I am open to dating but I don’t care if it happens, I am completely content in life just how it is.” “Being single has allowed me the time to truly explore who I really am and what I want from life. There will always be compromise but knowing my heart's desires I am in a much better place to create the life I deserve.” “Girl, yes. Took me about 18 months but I’m loving it.”

the remote etc. The ability to ‘live your life without compromise’ must be high on the list. Personally, I find that with this comes the freedom to decide who I want to be, what I truly want in life and the ability to do it. I get to choose how I can reach the full potential life has to offer, how I spend my time, who I spend it with, how I feel and so much more. One of the most positive aspects of being single is the relationship I have built with myself. The one person you are guaranteed to spend your whole life with…is yourself. I wanted to get to know myself better, I questioned what I really desired from life, created vision boards and action plans, worked on my mindset, self-worth and values so that I can truly thrive in the life I have. I’ve learnt how to look inside myself, encourage and lift my mood when needed, compliment and love myself exactly the way I am. Treating myself is also such an important aspect too. Whether it’s buying myself a bunch of flowers, lighting candles and filling the tub with luxurious bubbles for a long soak with a good book and a glass of wine, getting dressed up for a lazy lunch in a café flicking through some magazines, going to see the latest movie (you get to eat all the popcorn), a girl’s night out, being single doesn’t need to be boring or lonely. It’s a time to do all the things YOU want to do. Strong friendships are incredibly important to me, and I find they enrich my life in so many ways. I now get to spend more quality time with the people who really matter to me and I’m not afraid to step away from friendships that no longer serve or bring me joy. I’ve found new friends with shared interests such as my Sunday walking group – who knew a long walk in the rain talking about everything and anything and a nice coffee along

"I WANTED TO CREATE A FUN AND FRIENDLY COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE OTHER WOMEN IN THEIR SINGLE LIVES." the way could be so therapeutic and good for the soul. It was through conversations with friends and my desire to push my entrepreneurial side that I decided to create “Single & Loving It.” Initially I wanted to create a fun and friendly community to support and encourage other women in their single lives. I created an online Facebook group where single women can freely share their experiences, general chat, exchange thoughts and ideas, ask questions or advice over their concerns in a safe and friendly space. From this and the conversations around treating ourselves came my idea to create a subscription box for single women full of those gifts, goodies and treats we deserve but so often don’t indulge, delivered to the door on a monthly basis. My vision for the future is to build this side hustle into a profitable business and build on the fantastic community for like-minded women where we can thrive in life and create our own happiness and love as a singleton. Whether you are single, want to be single, stay single or want to find a relationship, learning to realise your potential, becoming the best version of yourself, strengthening your self-worth, and getting clear on what it is you really want from life is key and will then ripple into all areas of your life. Relationships are great but there is nothing better than the relationship you have with yourself, so take yourself out, enjoy your own company, treat yourself and love who YOU are. Have a great 2023. Written by: Claire Duncan

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HOW TO BENEFIT FROM THE ENERGY OF A NEW YEAR BY KATIE QUEUE

A new year is a new start and a great excuse to start something new. No one's going to question it or be shocked by your new dedication, because let’s face it, ‘It’s a new year’. So jump on it! That drink you wanted to give up on, that self-care routine you wanted to commit to and that workout regime you’ve been meaning to slot into your daily routine? Stick it in and use the New Year as something to be accountable for. New energy is also at play here. As a collective consciousness, us humans are pretty much all on the same page, so expectations and projections are far and wide. So use all of that high-energy to really start to support you and bring it into your experience. How you do that is routine and commitment. The fresh month, the fresh year and the fresh expectations have all built quite a lovely momentum, so be sure to tune in, turn it up and lock into it.

"AS A COLLECTIVE CONSCIOUSNESS, US HUMANS ARE PRETTY MUCH ALL ON THE SAME PAGE, SO EXPECTATIONS AND PROJECTIONS ARE FAR AND WIDE. SO USE ALL OF THAT HIGH-ENERGY TO REALLY START TO SUPPORT YOU AND BRING IT INTO YOUR EXPERIENCE." Whenever there is a new season, there is a new reason. It’s a fresh energy, a fresh perspective and a fresh desire. Seasons bring reasons and reasons bring results. I love you,

THE REBIRTH OF MY SPIRIT Introducing the remarkable Lynea Houston, who went from strength to strength and took her life back via fitness. She opens up about her struggles and shows you how to get back on your feet. Katie x I always wanted to have a career in the fitness world, ever since I joined an all-women's gym back in 2009. I also wanted to become an author, writing about the chronicles of raising a child on the autism spectrum. For 13 years I struggled, raising 3 children now teenagers, jumping from job to job, car repos, trying to maintain some sort of normalcy in my life being a single mother. I started doing things to my body that no woman should ever have to, to make ends meet. I had little to no hope in pursuing my goals and dreams of becoming a fitness trainer and author. I wanted to be to others what my trainers were to me, a place of acceptance and being comfortable in their skin.

The more that I struggled, the more those goals and dreams started to fade in the background.

Considering all the circumstances I had experienced up until this point in my life, I still thanked God that I did not look like what I had been through or was going through during those hard times. By this time, I had been evicted several times, in and out of toxic relationships, served 30 days in county jail, and living wherever we could lay our heads. I was still in the race, fighting the good fight with God on my side.

In 2018 I was clinically diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and bi-polar depression (BPD). Immediately, I put myself in the category of being labeled ‘crazy’ because after all, the stereotype is anyone with bipolarism was considered just that. My diagnosis was no surprise. I had experienced a childhood trauma that left me feeling hopeless about life, but also gave me insight on the decisions I had made over time.

By March 2022, I started back at the gym and working out at home to help combat my diagnoses and the feeling of depression and anxiety. I learned through prayer groups, and independent Bible studies, all the negative thoughts that entered my head telling me that I was not good enough or worthy of pursuing and obtaining my fitness certification were only the enemy. God spoke to me and said, “Why NOT you?” I am a child of God and had every right and

"I STARTED DOING THINGS TO MY BODY THAT NO WOMAN SHOULD EVER HAVE TO..."

opportunity to go after the desires of my heart. But first I had to give up some things in the process. I made a conscious decision to fast from dating because that seemed to be one of many common denominators in my life. I quit smoking and started to get on One Accord with God, acknowledging His son, Christ Jesus as my Lord, and Savior. In June 2022, I released my first book, an anthology, “I Am Stronger Than the Storm” becoming an international best-selling author in the US and in the UK, with a group of women who some have become more like big sisters. That caused a little turmoil amongst those close to me, but I stood my ground and persevered through that storm. ‘No longer will I live in silent’ is the movement I created for myself to get me through.

aloud to manifest greatness even amidst a storm. By God’s Grace and Mercy, He continues to keep me, blessing me with everything that I once buried and replanting them in a more beautiful garden in His Kingdom for His glory and on purpose. One of my favorite mottos is, “Have a great day on purpose, with purpose for God's purpose.” I think because I’ve said it so much in my social media posts, people are starting to catch on. They’re not just words, but an affirmation to live every day on purpose according to God's will.

I took a chance on me and enrolled in an online fitness program working towards obtaining my certification to be a fitness trainer. Working out was always therapeutic for me, in addition to seeing my therapist whom I started seeing in 2018. I desire to September 18th, 2022, I minister to women everywhere experienced the rebirth of my through fitness. With my very soul, no longer diluting my bubbly personality, and being goals and prayer requests. I outgoing, what better platform was Baptized, in the name of and atmosphere to reach God's the Father, the Son and of the children doing what I love. Holy Spirit. For years I had been waiting to fall in love with If I knew then what I know myself and not the things of now, I wouldn’t be the strong this world. It was on that day I woman that I am today. The discovered all that God wants outcome of my life is nobody's from me is to love my life for fault, and I do know that with what it is, even in my God as the head and leader of circumstances. I started my life, all things work manifesting my goals, hopes together for the good of those and dreams through Scripture who love the Lord. Greater is and Song. Joining women He that is in me than he that is ministries, welcoming likein the world. It’s an honoring minded women from all walks and humbling experience to be of life, and different journeys, a conduit of God. Once a lost who didn’t pass judgment. I sheep, now found to serve Him welcomed that spiritual diet and share His marvelous with open arms. wonders with others. My faith is what has gotten me through I began getting more involved the toughest of times in life. in my independent Bible He’s an on time God. studies, reading Scripture Written By: Lynea Houston

MOVING ON: WHAT IS MULTIGENERATIONAL TRAUMA?

Multi-generational trauma might be something that you have heard of before or seen mentioned in an article, but what does it mean for you wanting to start the new year afresh?

"IF YOU HAVE NOTICED IN YOURSELF THAT YOU ARE REPEATING PATTERNS OR BEHAVIOURS THAT HAVE BEEN LEARNT FROM YOUR PARENTS OR GRANDPARENTS, THEN IT IS TIME TO BREAK THE CYCLE."

If you have ever wondered why there are certain beliefs that you have or repeating behaviours, it can be down to multigenerational trauma. If you were to look back further into our upbringing and then even past

that, to our parents and grandparents, we can often see why. Multi-generational trauma can stem from grandparents but it can go much further back than that.

We welcome back Jess from The Wellbeing Hut, the place of calm and support where you can unpack your trauma and find the information and tools you need to get back on your feet. Here we find out what Multi-Generational Trauma really is and how we can move on from it. Katie x

Multi-Generational Trauma and You As an example, you might know that one of your greatgrandparents had a difficult relationship. There could have been affairs and alcohol misuse involved. The child in this relationship, your grandparent, will have been witness to this and seen and felt it. They will also see the impact that this can have between their parents, as well as their own relationship with their parents. Growing up, this could have then impacted them in a negative way, affecting their relationships as they grew up, as well as how they get on with family and siblings; that is just the start. The child, your grandparent, then

"IT IS THEN ABOUT BREAKING DOWN THE EXPECTATIONS AND BARRIERS IN ORDER TO GET TO THE TRUE YOU." went on to get married, and it happened to be to someone who had also grown up with a similar situation. Subconsciously, this could mean that they replay their experiences as it has been a learned behaviour. Then any children born to this couple, one of your parents, will have a similar experience, or perhaps a slightly different one. Your grandparents could have been feeling insecure about each other, one may be more controlling than the other, and one might belittle the other in front of other people. If your grandparents then went through a tricky divorce, then this is all something that your now teenage parent would have witnessed. They might get into a relationship that isn’t a good fit but they feel that is just what relationships are like as that is

what they have witnessed. If the parent then felt that there was too much anxiety or high expectations placed on them to be perfect or for the other person to be, it has a knockon impact for future relationships. Moving Forward From the Impact of Multi-Generational Trauma If you have noticed in yourself that you are repeating patterns or behaviours that have been learnt from your parents or grandparents, then it is time to break the cycle. A new year can bring the change and chance for a fresh start, working to move away from the trauma that you may have experienced, physical or psychological. If you are looking to break the cycle, then you might decide to go to

therapy as it is more available and less stigmatised compared to what it once was. It then becomes not just one story but can be so many more. It is then about breaking down the expectations and barriers in order to get to the true you. To then look at how it's affecting you in your everyday life; how to go through what serves you and doesn't. Learning to let go of what doesn't work for you and then keeping what does. Multi-generational trauma doesn’t have to define you. You can make changes and adjust what you want to do with your life. You just need to make the first step into making a change, and then you will be moving forward with positivity, for those in your family and those around you. Written By: Jess Farazmand

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WILL YOUR SOCIALS TREND IN 2023? BY SOPHIE EASTOP-SCOPES Our features editor Sophie EastopScopes runs through the importance of getting it right on social media in 2023 and offers insightful information on the advantages of making sure you are visible in the year ahead. Katie x The digital world, and social media, is constantly updating, changing and progressing; but are you? One of the main reasons we get businesses outsourcing their social media to us is because we stay up to date with the trends, changes and expectations different social media platforms have; ensuring our clients content is always as preferred. With 2023 here, it's a great time to check how you are using your social media, and making sure your plan of action for the year

"MAKE A CONSISTENT POSTING SCHEDULE FIT INTO WHAT YOU CAN DO..." ahead is one that supports you and your business; making it worth the time and effort. Here are our top 5 trends for 2023 to keep an eye on when creating social media content (as of January 2023). Authenticity I see so many companies’ posting for the sake of posting. We all know consistency is key, but how many posts you write should be

dependent on the content you have available and your daily routine. Make a consistent posting schedule fit into what you can do, so that you are not racking your brains for random posts just so that you can post every day. Creating authentic content is key for making your socials successful in 2023. Unauthentic, brandridden, link busy content is outdated and will never lead to conversion. Make sure your content shows who you are, what you do and, most importantly, why you do it. Your business means something; to you, your clients and your community- so make sure everyone knows it! Inclusivity and Values A great way to create authentic content is to focus on what matters to you. Now more than

ever before, social audiences are calling for sustainable, inclusive and socially aware businesses to practice what they preach. If you are banging on about how important your local community is, but you are doing nothing to show this, your credibility is going to take a nose-dive. Use your socials to demonstrate your values, morals and beliefs. Positivity Ok, so the past few years have been challenging to say the least, and whilst humans connect with human emotion, let’s remember the benefits of being positive in our approach. Mentioning hardships is absolutely fine (and authentic) but don't forget to shout about the positives, successes, opportunities and strengths. Positivity breeds positivity and your online experience will hugely benefit from an upbeat take on what lies ahead. The same principle applies to connecting with the audience you wish to encourage contact with. Are your socials chaotic? Is your message inconsistent? Is every day a stress? You are likely to encourage

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algorithm and influencing many platforms. Camera shy? Don't worry, you can still make algorithm-loving video content with images. Remember, if you need help creating video content you can contact us; we can transform your static content into video; or teach you how to do it yourself with training sessions. Target Do you know your audience? It's all good and well spending time on creating content you enjoy and like, but does it resonate with your social audience? Market research (contact us if you need help with this) can help you create engaging content; as can polls, questionnaires and newsletters; all fantastic ways to get an insight into what your audience actually wants to see. You can then produce relevant recommendations, tips and offers; building authentic engagement, reach and credibility. So there are our top 5 things to look out for when creating content for 2023. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead. Written By: Sophie EastopScopes Eastop-Scopes Virtual Assistants info@es-va.co.uk

"I always say with Tarot cards that it's ok to have your own meaning and relationship with them, so don’t struggle in learning every single detail."

HOW CAN TAROT CARDS GUIDE YOU THROUGH A NEW YEAR Tarot cards are a metaphor. An endless statuesque picture of so many messages. A tool which dictates where the message lies and what direction you should take. It's a storyboard of hidden epiphanies. Having a tarot deck can really help you understand the underbelly of what you are experiencing. They help draw a greater picture of the emotions or behaviour at large and it helps solidify any wandering doubts. I always say with Tarot cards that it's ok to have your own meaning and relationship with them, so don’t struggle in learning every single detail if the relationship you have with your deck isn’t that granular.

"Tarot and Spirituality is personal to you and it is a tool. So what’s the harm of having one more tool in your toolkit?"

Tarot and Spirituality is personal to you and it is a tool. So what’s the harm of having one more tool in your toolkit? Tradition has it though, you mustn't buy your own Tarot cards, so ask a loved one to buy a deck for you… superstition or Spiritual command? I’ll let you decide. I love you,

I know some Readers who know their Major Arcana and messaging down to a fine detail and some readers who have such a personal relationship with their own deck, that when a specific card shows up they know exactly what it means without having the reference points in place.

TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH WHAT COULD THE FUTURE HOLD FOR YOU?

MOON CARD The Moon - a card that is about intuition, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, anxiety and insecurity. It asks for you to take a step back and listen to your gut instincts and is the perfect card for fresh starts and new beginnings. I love you,

UPRIGHT: Illusion, fear, anxiety, subconscious, intuition REVERSED: Release of fear, repressed emotion, inner confusion Source: https://www.biddytarot.com/tarot-card-meanings/major-arcana/moon/

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CRYSTAL OF THE MONTH WHAT CRYSTAL DO YOU NEED THIS MONTH?

CLEAR QUARTZ The clear quartz, is a crystal that purifies and absorbs negative energy, its a crystal that is ideal next to a computer and your bed, to absorb all of the demands around you I love you,

"While Clear Quartz buzzes in the emotional and spiritual space, it also brings a whole host of health benefits to those craving some physical healing. The clear-eyed stone stimulates the immune system, kickstarts your metabolism and even helping in matters of weight loss." Source: https://tinyrituals.co/blogs/tiny-rituals/clear-quartz-meaning-healing-properties-uses Do you need to know how to use your crystals effectively? Book a 60 minute tarot card reading with me to go through what crystals will improve your wellbeing, and how to use them. Simply note on your booking that you would like a crystal tutorial when booking. Book your reading here

PLAN TO LIVE FOR 2023 A GUIDE ON CRUSHING YOUR GOALS WITH ADAPTABLE LIFE STRATEGIES Introducing the wonderfully vibrant Tiba Al-Khalidy, who shows you how to set your goals and crush them; breathing life into your visions for 2023. Katie x There has never been a manual on achieving your goals from experience working with my clients for the last five years, planning out strategies for the various areas of their life that significantly impact their overall personal achievement. These areas can be different for everyone as they change for each individual and their life season. For this blog, I will cover a few main areas. Now let's start with the essential aspect of your life.

"WHEN YOU BEGIN TO ACHIEVE THESE MINI GOALS, YOU WILL HAVE A MASSIVE DRIVE TO PUSH YOU TO ACHIEVE MORE."

overwhelming yourself with big goals but break the big goal into small, mini goals. When you begin to achieve these mini goals, you will have a massive drive to push you to achieve more. When I started implementing meditation in my daily routine, I started with 2 minutes, and even these 2 minutes were too long for me then. Now I can meditate for half an hour or even more.

Mental, Emotional, and Physical Health Massive, life-changing goals can take a long time to achieve and often crushes your motivation to continue when you are still looking for the desired results. When it comes to your mental wellness, avoid

Career Mapping your career progress is very important. Look at where you are now and where you want to be in 12 months. For example, while you are mapping your career, you find that you are missing a specific skill, so the next step you would take is the

training to help you gain that skill. Whether it be a promotion, a raise, or even a career change, set small and MEASURABLE goals for yourself and keep an accurate record of your accomplishments. Business Reviewing the business plan every 12 months is the essence of business success. Get your management account, which gives you many indications of what's happened in your business; numbers never lie. Be curious about each number and find the why behind each figure. For example, your turnover is less than the projection figure, which could be for many reasons. It could be a marketing issue or customer satisfaction. And then implement the solution. Finances With the economy being harsh right now, many people are looking for a way to save money

"SET SMALL AND MEASURABLE GOALS FOR YOURSELF AND KEEP AN ACCURATE RECORD OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS." toward a specific goal of buying a house, saving for retirement, or just being able to pay their monthly bills and cover unexpected expenses. However, with many people struggling to make ends meet monthly, how can you achieve your financial goals? The answer – is a little bit at a time. Go through your monthly expenses and look at where your money goes every month. Find ways to make financial edits. That doesn't mean you have to remove the things that bring you joy or not treat yourself, but finding ways to reduce other expenditures can help you reach your financial goals.

Consider taking on some jobs; freelancing, or doing something you enjoy that can also bring income. Living the same way but adding in the extra income can multiply your efforts toward your financial goals. Since financial goals are longterm, and many lose patience with the lack of quick results, consider printing out your savings account balance every month and putting it on the fridge as a constant reminder of how far you've come. Written by: Tiba Al-Khalidy

MY JOURNEY TO HAPPINESS Introducing the stunning Tamara Perry-Vance, who shows you how to turn your life around by opening up about her own struggles and strategies. Katie x Happy New Year beautiful people! Looking back over the last few years, I can say that I have been changed. Most people complained about COVID and what happened in the Pandemic. For me, the pandemic is where I found my fire! My fire to be different, to be the difference and to serve more, in order to help people become the difference. Tambra’s Tea: I wasn’t always this light bright burst of energy. My back story is addiction, low self-esteem, off and on depression, like a bad relationship and anxiety as high as Mount Everest! I was even hit by an SUV, which left me with chronic pain and pins in my ankles, which brought my stiletto strut to a screeching halt! Being mostly confined to my home and more specifically, my bed, for two years, I restarted my life. I started reading up on me, learning me, and studying me. I would stare at the person in the mirror and question her thoughts about herself and then question the validity of those thoughts. I was on a mission to be the REAL me.

"I WAS SAD, MY ENERGY WAS LOW AND THE THOUGHT OF PUTTING IN ANY "EXTRA" EFFORT, JUST DIDN’T EXCITE ME, BUT I UNDERSTOOD THAT WITHOUT IT, I WOULD NEVER BE ME." I did this so I could stop blaming others and stop carrying around a big imaginary violin that played to the tune of my sorrows. I was sad, my energy was low and the thought of putting in any "extra" effort, just didn’t excite me, BUT I understood that without it, I would never be ME. I had so many well dressed excuses, I just knew I was part of a 24 hour fashion show- I had "Super Model '' excuses.

pronunciation of my name by my late grandmother, which I have now adopted as my Warrior Princess name). I decided, if I could work on myself, then I could serve others in my current capacity. I discovered that serving others, in order to help them become the best things in their world, gets me excited! The joy that I witness in others, when they tell me their stories, lights me up!

I wasn’t tired, I was EXHAUSTED with Tambra (the affectionate

During the pandemic I started doing "LIVES" (going live) on

Facebook. It encouragingly became a hit. I have the gift of the gab and my years of school teaching and Church ushering was now the ticket to helping me tap into any and every listening ear. It was an awesome experience because I could do it my way. I could give the words of encouragement mixed with "Tambra’s Tea", those intimate tidbits that make me the woman you see today mixed with a whole lot of Krazyness (K for the Kingdom of God).

"I PLAN TO LEAVE A LEGACY FOR SOMEONE THAT CAN SEE IT’S NOT THE OUTSIDE THAT MAKES YOU BEAUTIFUL, BUT THE HAPPINESS ON THE INSIDE." I’m definitely on a roll with my journey. I plan to leave a legacy for someone that can see it’s not the outside that makes you beautiful, but the happiness on the inside. I believe it is all mental. I teach people to do the "Work!'' There is no way around it. Sometimes the work is ugly, sometimes the work is hard, and sometimes the work is easy but it’s all in what cup of tea you’re sipping from.

Again, it’s a journey. It’s this destination that's never to be reached. It just keeps being before you, just within reach but not completely reachable. The thrill and exhilaration of the chase! The adventure is selective and only made for that one person, the individual that embarks upon it. When I accepted that everyone is different in some way, shape, or form, then that made me truly

believe in the power of God, the power of change, and the power of inner beauty awaiting someone ready to walk into it on this day, this year, at this moment! Your Servant Leader, Tambra (Princess Warrior) Email: tadesa75@gmail.com

Written by: Tamara Perry-Vance

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." Lao Tzu

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