01/11/2026
π» Monday Blessings with the Angels
Week 15 β Resilience
Hello, beautiful souls. π
Welcome.
There is nowhere else you need to be for these next few moments.
Take only what resonates with your heart, and gently leave the rest behind.
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π Resilience
Following on a little from last week, I have been reminded of my own resilience and the importance of recognising that, although I may not always have all the answers, I do have a toolbox of things I can turn to, time and time again, to help me find my way through life's little bumps and unexpected detours.
Sometimes we simply need to remind ourselves that a difficult moment is just that β a moment. We don't have to stay there.
"This too shall pass" is a beautiful old saying that reminds us that nothing remains quite the same forever. Both the difficult moments and the beautiful ones are part of life's ever-changing journey.
And then the painting Spring Blooms came forward.
I was reminded of how flowers re-emerge after the harshness of winter, or whatever Mother Nature has thrown their way. Year after year, they find their way back, reaching towards the light and blooming in all their beautiful glory.
But flowers also need the right environment to flourish.
Without sufficient sunlight, water and nourishment, they may wilt, droop or struggle to grow. When their needs are tended to, they have the opportunity to regain their strength and flourish once more.
Perhaps we are not so different.
Sometimes we need to pause and reflect on what is happening around us and within us. Are we giving ourselves the nourishment, rest and care we need? Are we allowing enough space for the things that bring us joy?
Perhaps resilience isn't always about being strong enough to weather every storm. Perhaps it is also about recognising when we need a little sunshine, a drink of water, some nourishment and permission to rest.
So, take a moment to consider what might help bring a little balance back into your life.
Bathe in the sunshine. Drink in the water. Enjoy a colourful rainbow of foods. Choose activities that bring you joy. Take time to smell the flowers and listen to the birds.
And remember, you don't have to bloom every single day. Sometimes simply tending to yourself is enough.
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π A Little Toolbox for Resilience
We all have different ways of finding our feet again when life becomes a little challenging. Perhaps some of these gentle reminders might help you discover, or reconnect with, the things that support you.
π Adaptability and Flexibility β Life doesn't always unfold as we expect. Allow yourself to adjust, change direction and find another way forward when circumstances shift.
π Emotional Awareness β Notice what you are feeling without allowing those feelings to take over. Give yourself permission to feel, pause and respond rather than react.
π Recognising Stress β Pay attention to the little signals your body and mind might be sending. When life becomes overwhelming, what could you do to be a little kinder to yourself?
π Your Self-Care Menu β What everyday activities help bring you back to the present moment? Journaling, painting, singing, dancing, walking, yoga or simply sitting quietly with a cup of tea. Create your own collection of things that replenish your energy.
π Healthy Boundaries β Remember that someone else's behaviour does not define your worth. You can care about others without carrying everything for them.
π A Realistic Perspective β Look for opportunities to learn and grow through difficult experiences, while still acknowledging that some things are genuinely hard.
π Your Support Network β Remember those wonderful friends, family members or trusted colleagues you can lean on. We don't have to navigate every challenge alone.
π Acceptance β Allow yourself to acknowledge difficult emotions, disappointment, grief or uncertainty. We don't have to pretend everything is okay when it isn't.
π Comfort with Uncertainty β Not every question needs an immediate answer. Sometimes we can allow things to unfold while trusting ourselves to respond when the time is right.
π Finding Purpose and Meaning β Look for the little things that give your life meaning and help you reconnect with what matters most. Sometimes even the most challenging experiences can offer opportunities for growth and a deeper understanding of ourselves.
And perhaps the most important reminder of all:
Resilience is not about doing everything, carrying everything or being everything to everyone. It is about knowing what helps you return to yourself.
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π» Angel Blessings β Healing Energy
From the Angel Guide Oracle deck by Kyle Gray, card artwork by Jennifer Hawkyard.
Sometimes we need reminding that healing is not always something we have to work hard at. It can begin with allowing ourselves to receive a little gentleness, comfort and support.
The Healing Energy card brings a beautiful reminder that we are not required to carry every worry, hurt or concern on our own.
Imagine yourself surrounded by a soft, peaceful light, allowing its warmth to settle around you. A gentle invitation to release some of the tension you may have been holding, to quieten the busy thoughts and give yourself permission to rest.
Healing can take many forms. It may be physical, emotional, spiritual or simply finding a little more peace within a situation that has been weighing heavily on your heart.
Perhaps there are parts of ourselves that need a little extra love and attention. Perhaps there are old wounds that need acknowledging, or circumstances that we are still trying to make sense of.
This card invites us to be open to the possibility of renewal, to trust that gentle shifts can take place even when we cannot yet see the bigger picture.
We don't need to force the process or have all the answers.
Sometimes the greatest gift we can give ourselves is to become still, allow ourselves to be supported and trust that we can take the next step when we are ready.
May you feel held, comforted and gently reminded that you, too, deserve the same kindness and nurturing that you so freely offer to others.
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π» An Invitation
This coming week, I would love to invite you to take a little time to notice what is happening around you in nature.
Nothing complicated. Nothing that needs to be achieved. Just a few moments to pause and reconnect with the present.
πΏ Stop to smell the flowers or admire their beauty. Perhaps count the petals or notice the different colours.
πΏ Listen to the birds as they call to one another.
πΏ Feel the sunshine on your face. Notice its warmth and the way the light falls around you.
πΏ Feel the wind as it gently moves through your hair.
πΏ Take a moment to notice your breath as it flows in and out of your body.
And perhaps, as another little activity, I would love you to create your own Resilience Toolbox.
Make a list, draw a picture, create a little collage or perhaps even a jar filled with folded pieces of paper.
On each one, write something that helps bring you back to the here and now β something that makes you smile, brings you peace, lifts your spirits or simply helps you feel more like yourself.
Keep it somewhere you can easily reach for it.
Because sometimes, when life gets a little overwhelming, we can forget all the things that usually help us feel grounded.
It is lovely to have a little reminder waiting for us.
And remember, you don't need to do all the things on your list. Simply choose what feels right for you in that moment.
Be gentle with yourself. You are allowed to pause, replenish and bloom in your own time.
π Until next Monday β¦
As always, please take what resonates with your heart and gently leave the rest behind.
May you have a most magnificent day today, and all days this week.
Warmest blessings,
Amanda Berryman
The HeArt is the Key
Guided by Heart, Expressed through Art, Held with Care.