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SPIRIT PRIMARY NUTRIONAL NEEDS
What I call spirit’s primary nutritional needs are truly the foundation of our health habits and dietary choices. The food we consume creates our cells, tissues, blood, organs, skin, hair, thoughts, actions, feelings—our entire being—as well as the future self we are continuously shaping. It is essential to recognize that everything we take in, down to the molecular level, contributes to who we are. Equally important, if not more so, is our inner health—embracing love, living our purpose, fulfilling our meaning, practicing faith, connecting, healing, and moving our body and mind in rhythm with the abundant flow of universal energy. Playing, cultivating curiosity, and nurturing our inner child are also essential. These are the elements that nourish the spirit, bringing awareness to emotional eating behaviors, where the root of unhealthy habits often lies.
We are spiritual beings navigating a material world. The more alignment we have between our true selves and how we express and live our purpose, the more likely we are to achieve the meaningful outcomes we are here to fulfill. Spiritual practice has the power to strengthen and comfort us on a much deeper level than anything external ever could. It brings clarity, mindfulness, and momentum, propelling us toward our aspirations with a profound appreciation for life itself. This heightened awareness makes it second nature to make more conscious daily dietary choices—ones that honor our body as a sacred temple, a once-in-a-lifetime vehicle for our soul’s journey. Whether you identify as spiritual, religious, or even atheist, the root remains the same—love. Those who don’t believe in a universal power can still find renewal and self-connection through nature, through gratitude for the fleeting gift of life, or in whatever space brings them depth and strength.
Genetically and divinely speaking, within each of us exists an empathetic listener—one capable of drawing out the pain and confusion within our soul. More often than not, we seek to express our deepest struggles rather than having them fixed. Consciously or unconsciously, we are always searching for ways to ease our sorrows. A wiser, more effective way to break unhealthy habits is to create an environment where we feel safe enough to be vulnerable—where we can voice our pain fully and authentically rather than masking it with temporary fixes and quick gratifications. These fleeting distractions serve only as painkillers, never as true medicine for healing.
The way the brain processes healing is profound. When we release pain, our neural connections intertwine emotions, experiences, traumas, and past hardships, weaving them into a grand interconnectivity. This process allows the negative energy that was once trapped to dissipate into a moment that no longer defines or limits us. The only requirement for true healing is the presence of love and acceptance, free of judgment. While it is a blessing to have a loyal friend, a loving partner, a family member, a coach, or a therapist to turn to, we do not need to wait for another person to begin the healing process. We can be our own listener, our own healer, as long as we hold ourselves in love and non-judgment. Observing without judgment is one of the highest forms of divine intelligence. Ask yourself the deep, meaningful questions. Sit in silence and wait. What you will find is that pure healing will unfold. The momentum to break free from limitations—whatever they may be—will be released, and with it, so will you and your habitual negative patterns.
When we open our hearts with gentle love and graceful acceptance, judgment fades away. In this space, we can release the past, forgive ourselves, and naturally extend that forgiveness to others. This profound shift resets our foundation from unstable and rocky to strong and sustainable, elevating us to a state of harmony. In this homeostasis, we free ourselves from the past, unlocking the power to create our future and carve out our divine destiny.
I wish for you to give yourself all the nourishment your spirit desires—to heal, to thrive, and to embrace your truest, most radiant self.
All my love, all my light, all my life.
With Gratitude,
Ana Vera
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MANIFEST YOUR WILDNEST DREAMS
You are a powerful creator, and you can create your dreams by mapping out a vision for your life and deliberately choosing beliefs, feelings, and actions that support that vision. If you need some inspiration, here are a few ways to manifest your desired outcome.
Adopt an Attitude of Gratitude
When you live in a state of gratitude and appreciation for all the blessings in your life, you send a clear signal to the Universe that you have everything you desire. In turn, this will attract even more of your desires into your life because the world is a reflection of you.
Visualize Living Your Dreams with Feeling
Spend five minutes a day visualizing yourself living your dream life in as much detail as possible. Where are you? Who are you with? What are you doing? What can you see, smell, hear, taste, and touch? Focus on the sensations and emotions, making them as real as possible.
Ask for Divine Guidance
Your soul, or higher self, can see beyond what your physical self and rational mind can perceive. Surrender control and begin to pray, asking for daily guidance to move you in the direction of your goals and dreams.
Follow Your Intuition
Whenever you get an intuitive nudge to start a new project, visit the beach, call a friend, or attend an event, trust that guidance and take action. Manifesting your dreams requires meeting the Universe halfway by taking steps toward them.
Use Affirmations with Feeling
Affirmations are a powerful tool for reprogramming your subconscious mind. Write a list of empowering beliefs that support your goals and dreams, such as:
"I am enough. I am powerful. I am loved. I am financially secure. I am divinely guided and inspired. I am complete and beautiful exactly as I am."
Make sure you feel these affirmations as you say them—the feeling is the secret ingredient.
CREATE A DESIRE MAP
Your desire list is made up of your ultimate dreams and aspirations, so go wild! Tap into your ambitions, whether they relate to relationships, finances, travel—anything goes. Start writing down your desires. Begin simply, and soon the ideas will start flowing.
Use strong, affirmative language such as “I will…” “I desire…” or “I envision…”
Example: I want to drive across the USA.
When you fulfill a desire, check it off and write a thank-you note to yourself and anyone who helped bring it to life.
Example: Thank you, inner light, for allowing Mom and Dad to be part of this dream come true.
Put your list somewhere visible, like on your refrigerator or vision board, and add to it as new desires arise. Extra credit: Mount a large dry erase board where you can see your desires daily. Acknowledge that it may take time to complete your list. Enjoy the process of fulfilling your goals and dreams! Once you’re clear about what you want, it will come to fruition.
YOUR IDEAL MAP
This tool helps you create a clear vision of what you truly want in different areas of life—whether it’s an apartment, job, relationship, or routine.
- Write down what you want to manifest at the top of a sheet of paper.
Example: My ideal apartment. - List all the must-haves.
Example: Large bathtub, full-size refrigerator, air conditioning, three blocks from the beach. - List the features you’d prefer.
Example: Dishwasher, washing machine, home office, wood floors, garden.
The more specific and intentional you are, the clearer your vision will be.
LIVE YOUR DREAMS TODAY
The more you embody the feeling of your dreams in the present moment, the faster they will manifest in your life. Start small:
- If you dream of finding love, take yourself on solo dates and share kindness with others.
- If you dream of financial abundance, dress your best and take care of your belongings with gratitude.
- If you dream of traveling, explore your own city and try new experiences.
Each small action creates an internal shift that attracts opportunities and synchronicities, bringing you closer to your dreams.
May the manifestation begin.
All my love, all my light, all my life.
With gratitude,
Namaste,
Ana V.