Who am I….really?

Did you ever ask yourself this question?  I have.  When we were children, our beliefs were formulated by our parents, teachers, and religious doctrines.  We wanted to fit in and be accepted and loved, so we started to create a false persona to get the approval that we needed.  We desperately wanted to be the “special” one.

Some of us succeeded in creating an idealized or imaginary self, that gets love and approval, while others outwardly rebelled, rejecting society’s systems…..ironically, both of these survival techniques are the same.  No one is actually being true to their real self; our defenses constantly…

 Spring Cleaning….in more ways than one!

Today is the first day of spring and a very powerful day. On this special day, we can look into our own lives and clean out what is no longer necessary. The recent flooding is a good opportunity to throw things out that no longer serves us anymore; this includes both the material, as well as emotional debris that we carry within ourselves.  Make this a joyful celebration of “LETTING GO.”

As buds and seeds start to sprout, it’s an opportunity to start preparing the ground work for creating what you want in your life…….unfortunately, most of us spend time focusing…

 2012….the end or the beginning!

Everyday, I have clients ask me what I think will happen in 2012.  The media has certainly created doom and fear, while the latest Hollywood film “2012″ simply ignites the terrors that are held in popular belief.  Recent earthquakes and violent weather patterns seem to support this doomsday mentality.  Some of the contributing factors for this fear include  the end of the Mayan calendar in the year 2012 and the media’s depiction of Nostradamus’ dark predications on the History channel and the Book of Revelations that depicts an apocalypse ending for all of us sinners.

I see things differently.  With my…

 Learning to Love

There are very few who truly know how to love.  Most of us are operating on an ego based personality, looking towards another human being to fill the cracked holes within ourselves.  Early in a relationship, our hearts and minds are filled with euphoria and happiness, like a box of chocolates.  This tastes so good.  We start to associate that the other person is making us feel this way.  Then reality sets in like a dark cloud and the ‘blame game’ begins.  You begin to say “you don’t bring me flowers anymore; you did this to me;  you make me feel…

 Manifesting Money

It’s easy in today’s economy to get swept up in the tidal wave of mass belief of lack.  People losing jobs and their homes sends aftershocks into the vibrational field of energy that surrounds us.  This fear spreads like a virus among all of us.  Beliefs have a strong impact on creating our reality.  Yes, you create your own reality.  The moment you decide to be self responsible, everything in your life will change. Thoughts are energy and so is money.  A dear friend of mine Dr. Bhutti, a Tibetan physician, once said to my husband, “All this stress over…

 Complaining…..it holds you back!

You’re complaining…it’s raining or what else is bothering you?  Did you ever stop and LISTEN to all the whining and complaining?  It will wear you out.  I stopped in my local coffee shop for my daily cup of coffee and listened while the owner complained to every customer.  She complained that her help never shows up.  She complained about customers complaining and today was the day she was going to call up an interested buyer to buy the shop.  Then my twenty one year old daughter came home from a long day.  She complained about school and her job. Be more…

 Lady in Red…..STOP forcing pain in your life!

The real question is why are we creating so much pain in our life?   Our whole society is addicted to pain and the only way out for most of us is drugs and alcohol.  We want a quick fix.  What can we do differently?  First a quick story…..

 Saturdays in the afternoon you can find me dressing women in my daughter’s boutique “Twilight.”  I have always had a passion for fashion since childhood and it really balances out the inner work I do with clients Monday thru Friday. Saturday is for feeling good on the outside.  A couple of weeks ago…

 Tiger Woods ~ Judgment Day!

Judgment is truly low energy and something that keeps us from reaching our true spiritual potential as human beings.  The media once again is in a feeding frenzy over the Tiger Woods’ situation. Television and radio talk hosts are debating the character of Tiger Woods.  I don’t know about all of you but I am tired of this. Gossip serves the lower aspects of our souls because we delight in the fall of grace of a wealthy, public figure. It makes us feel good that someone so successful has screwed up.

The most famous spiritual teacher, Jesus said: “He who has…

 Cherish or Perish ~ Balloon Boy, Jon & Kate, Michael Jackson

CHERISH…..what a lovely word.  Our children need to be cherished. Society says that children are our national treasure, but our actions say otherwise.  The recent balloon boy incident is clearly a demonstration of using children for the parents’ own self-interest.  The poor child spoke the truth and seconds later, vomited in fear of his father’s wrath. Michael Jackson is another example of a child used for his Father’s ambitions;  he  craved for his childhood to be returned to him by creating his Neverland ranch.  Clearly Michael never healed from being forced into the spotlight and abuse. Fame and fortune never…

 Will they put ‘How much I Weigh’ on my Gravestone?

Women’s daily obsession with their weight got me to ask this question. I have to admit that I weigh myself on a daily basis. It started during my teen age years. I was always very slim.  Criticism from my mother and her fears about me getting fat like her Mother, planted negative thought forms about weight.

Bridget Jones, the beloved character of books and movies depicts how most of us are riding the wave of weight gain fear. Our whole sense of our self seems to weigh-in on what the number on the scale says. WOW! Is this how we want…

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #7 Game Day(…my husband’s term)!

Golden Rule #7 - Game Day!

You have been studying the Golden Rules and it’s time for Game Day (OK…… I compromised on this term with my husband)!  Preparing yourself for motherhood is the most important thing you can do in your life. We spend time preparing for exams, events, and many other outside activities, but we give little thought to this most sacred happening.

We all know by now, that the stork doesn’t drop off a baby in a bundle to earth. The sexual act creates life. Many couples come to a point where they decide to get pregnant and suddenly,…

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #6 Find Fulfillment within Yourself!

Golden Rule #6 - Find fulfillment within yourself!

I have often heard excited new mothers stating that they felt complete after giving birth. It is wonderful to feel complete with a new baby, but really believing your words can ultimately lead you down a difficult road with your relationship with your child.  No one here on earth is here to complete you. This is your job. Wholeness comes from within.  The more you accept this as a truth, you will not be placing unrealistic expectations on your child. How many people have you witnessed that are living through their children?

What to…

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #5 Heal your Physical Body!

Golden Rule #5 - Heal your Physical Body! 

A  V.I P. is coming to your home for dinner (possibly President Obama or the Dali Lama).  What would you do? You would probably clean your house; dress in your finest clothing and prepare a glorious feast. Your upcoming pregnancy needs to be viewed with the same perspective…. an important guest is arriving soon. Your body is the temple which will be hosting this great guest. What will you do to prepare? 

What to do / action steps: 

1. Clean and detoxify your body of any bad habits such as smoking, drugs, and excessive drinking and eating.…

 Healing Practice

 Magic-Wand Healing

……the power is within you!  

The breakthrough techniques that I use in Magic-Wand Healing  help my clients truly awaken their inner powers to achieve health, wealth and happy relationships.  The symbolism of the Magic Wand is important and represents that the power to change is within you, when you tap into the right source and approach.   My goal, with you, is to breakthrough your major challenges by bringing awareness to why they are happening and creating an integrated plan to eliminate these destructive behaviors from your life.   We start with an initial consultation for two (2) hours, in person or over the telephone, where we will focus…

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #4 Reconnect with your Soul!

Golden Rule # 4 - Reconnect with your Soul! 

How often do you think about your soul or spiritual self?  We spend so much time thinking about our physical being, but sparing moments contemplating our own soul. The soul is everlasting but our bodies are mortal. Get in touch with your spirituality …whatever that means to you. 

Our spiritual nature needs to be a daily happening. The more you get in touch with your true spiritual nature, the more positive influence you’ll be for your unborn child.  Bliss and beauty are eternal principles available to all, but it comes from an “internal”…

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #3 Heal your own Birth Experience!

Golden Rule #3 - Heal your own Birth Experience……..“Ludicrous” was my reaction to a friend twenty years ago, when she shared her rebirthing healing session with me. What a bunch of new age nonsense, I arrogantly thought. I felt that people were just addicted to healing and searching for another reason to why they were so unhappy. I don’t have any birth trauma…..…boy was I wrong!

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #2 Heal the relationship with your Birth Parents!

Golden Rule #2 - Heal the relationship with your Birth parents

  Whether you’re conscious of it or not, most of us are carrying in our subconscious minds issues with our birth parents. Most of us did not live in a television sitcom as pure as “Happy Days.”  Dysfunction exists in ALL families one way or another. How we relate to others is interconnected from our conception and early childhood experiences.

 The ideal situation is to start doing some inner housecleaning before you get pregnant. The more you sweep away the hurts and resentments towards your parents, the more it will enhance the…

 Shaman Mother’s “7″ Golden Rules before you get pregnant - #1 Strengthen the relationship with your Partner!

Golden Rule #1 - Strengthen the relationship with your Partner

 This should be your main priority. Personal relationships are key to your spiritual growth.  We walk on sunshine early in our relationship and then as time marches on. the dark, shadowy clouds descend. “He doesn’t bring me flowers anymore.” “She never wants to have sex.” “He’s never home.” “All she does is nag!” “He’s a slob.” Does any of this sound familiar? BLAME, BLAME, BLAME!!! It is always someone else’s fault that you are unhappy. Here lies your first mistake.  IT IS YOUR JOB TO MAKE YOU HAPPY! This is no one…

 Autobiography Excerpts

My Autobiography - The Shaman with the Kate Spade Handbag - will be ready for a Book launch later this year.  I am honored to share pieces of my journey with you, with the hope that it inspires you in some small way……remember the magic is in you!

‘The Shaman with the Kate Spade Handbag’

Table of Contents - Sample Chapters

>  Synopsis

>  Introduction

>  Chapter Twenty-One ∞ Shamanism

> Chapter Twenty-Six ∞ Seeing my Future Self

>  Chapter Twenty-Nine ∞ My soul connection to Avalon & the Lady of the Lake

>  Chapter Thirty-Two ∞ Mexico & the Ring of Solomon

>  Chapter Thirty-Three ∞ The Goddess Quan Yin…

 Women - it’s not what you eat….it’s what’s eating you!

In my twenty-plus years of work as a Shamanic Healer, I’ve helped many women with weight problems. It’s easy to use excuses like having children and our genetic makeup for this critical challenge.    Based on observation and my experience, I’ve come to believe that extra weight is the physical armor we put on ourselves when we feel emotionally vulnerable. To lose weight - and keep it off — requires a combination of deliberate thoughts, self-love, and action.

For many overweight women, the problems begin during childhood. When I was a little girl, I was punished every night for not eating all…

 About Me

Cynthia Barnard is a Shaman Healer, Author, Teacher/Lecturer, Screenplay Writer and Mother of 4 children (2 Boys & 2 Girls!) that has been