Just a little reminder today, in case you need to hear this.

It's OK to feel a little lost. It's OK to need time for yourself. It's OK to not want other people's opinions. It's OK to step away from things.

And it's also OK to ask for help.

Last year, I stepped back from events and from spending time with people. I needed to go deep within, do my own healing, and find new perspectives on my life. Most of the people I love understood. Some weren't very happy about it.

That's part of it. When you choose to follow your own path and really listen to what you need, not everyone will cheer you on.

And that's OK. Others can only see from their own perspective in life. And as much as we care about the people we love, we can't always shape our lives around keeping everyone comfortable. Once you understand that, something softens. You begin to move through your life in the energy flow that you need.

What I've come to know is that no one can do your healing for you. We can have assistance, guidance, an experienced perspective walking beside us. But you're the one who knows what you need.

For some of us, that's quiet. For others, it's reaching out and saying, "I can't do this alone." Everyone is different. There's no right answer except the one that's true for you.

Not the one that keeps everyone happy. Not the one that keeps people from being upset with you. Yours.

This time of year, as the energy of autumn turns inward, it feels like nature is giving us permission to do the same.

And if it feels right, maybe in a quiet moment you'll wonder: What do I need right now? And then simply listen, and see what comes.

Some people will understand. Some won't. Your soul always will.

With so much love,

Dr. Maria

Maybe there's someone in your life who needs to hear this today too?