It’s A New Year Around the Earth
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Today, I want to talk about celebrating a new year. No, it’s not January, it is my birthday month. I took off last Tuesday because it was that special day for me. I look at my birthday, any birthday, as New Year Day. A time to reflect on the past year and look forward to another year earthbound. I think about the victories and challenges I have faced from August 2024 until August 2025. All the clients I have met along the way, the places I have been and wonder what this year will bring.
I think about when I was a child, and birthdays were so exciting. It was the best day ever. I was growing up and the world was filled with opportunities that seemed so large but available to me. Now that I’m older and have tipped a little past 60, I look at the quote, “Aging is a privilege to many, so cherish each birthday as a gift from the universe”. It is more of a privilege than a celebration for me now. And then my mind goes to another birthday with those who have gone onto the other side before me. The ones no longer here to celebrate with me.
As I have aged, I’ve started looking at life in an entirely different way. Maybe it is because I’m constantly surrounded by grieving clients, maybe it’s because I’ve personally lost close friends and family members or maybe it is because I have evolved into looking at life and death in a different way. Death no longer seems final. I believe we continue to exist in the spiritual realm continuing our spiritual mission we are on. But I don’t want to dwell on what happens when I do finally leave this earth. I want to concentrate on what I can add to the world we live in while I am still here. I don’t want to lose track of that little girl inside of me and I don’t want to overlook the wisdom that my age has offered to me as well. It is finding the balance of what I want to keep in my journey. I want to serve with a gracious heart and know that Source loves me and will guide me where I need to go and what I need to do. I never want to lose focus on gratitude, service, and grace.
Because I have turned 61, I look for a deeper meaning. Let’s look at numerology as a preview of what is to come. Numerology says to add these numbers together 6 + 1 = 7. Seven represents a connection to the divine. (Check.) Since I will be carrying this number for a year it is a daily reminder, seven. When you see the number repeatedly, it’s believed to be a sign from the universe that you’re on the right path towards enlightenment. (check). It is a telltale sign to cultivate mindfulness and focus on the present moment and being aware of my thoughts and feelings. An exercise to better understand myself and my place in this world. (check). Seven is a reminder to trust my intuition. It encourages me to listen to my inner voice and follow those instincts. It suggests working on manifestation techniques. To use the power of visualizing what needs amplified in life. (check). What a great thing to ponder that comes with turning 61. In thinking about this, I am excited to see what this year manifests into reality.
Spiritually, why is it important to celebrate birthdays? Birthdays symbolize personal renewal and spiritual growth; it offers a chance to reflect on life’s journey and purpose. It is a milestone of life. It marks the passage of time to appreciate my existence and experiences. Biblically, it reflects on the life choices and lessons and seeing the victorious outcomes or unfortunate consequences. It is a time to let go of past patterns to make room for new beginnings. And above all, it is a celebration of life that birthdays bring profound spiritual message that enhance insight. A time for introspection, gratitude and spiritual growth.
With all of this in mind, why would we not want to celebrate our birthdays as a personal holiday. After all we have accomplished, learned, experienced. This is a new year to welcome in. After all, I do not know how many more birthdays I may have to hug my kids and grandkids and husband or laugh till I cry. I don’t know who I will meet or what books I will read. What thoughts will be shared, the songs I will dance to. I look forward to what 61 will bring as I hope I am able to help each of you to enjoy the time we spend together.
And today, as quoted by the Mad Hatter, I celebrate with all of you a very happy unbirthday. To celebrate each day as a spontaneous celebration that turns a regular day into something extraordinary. After all, we get to have 364 unbirthdays each year.
“Aging is a privilege to many, so cherish each birthday as a gift from the universe.”
I pray that you live the life you love and love the life you live.
Happy birthday or unbirthday make it an extraordinary day. After all, it is a gift from the universe.
Blessings
Stacey
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