Month: April 2021

“Even the most loving and compassionate people have their limits.

It’s called boundaries.”

Love, Wendy

Indeed, I was a victim of circumstances.

Those same circumstances which leveled my spirit are also the same circumstances that allowed me to build a spiritual foundation which nourishes my entire being.

With each new brick of faith and wellness, my structure becomes even more resilient. I weather each storm. I embrace the lessons. I re-emerge even stronger and standing more deeply in my faith… and in my power.

“Like a rock, standing arrow straight, charging from the gate, carrying the weight…

I see myself again”

Like a rock.”

Love and blessings,

Wendy

“It’s all in the effort and in the tone. If you’re connecting with someone, put forth effort, personality and excitement!

Best self front and center!

Your energy is contagious…either way…and it sets the tone for connection!

Good morning, sunshine!”

Love, Wendy

Please join me for my very first “Chapter Discussion” from my upcoming book,

“Write Pray Recover:A Journey to Wellness through Spiritual Solutions and Self Care!” on June 8, 2021 from 7-8pm via Zoom through the Orangeburg Library.

Registration will be open shortly at www.orangeburglibrary.org.

The chapter that I have chosen for this discussion is entitled, “Awareness of Self, Others, and Spirit.” Here is an excerpt from that chapter:

“I can recall on the morning before I asked for help Spirit speaking to me through a moderator on the morning NBC newscast. I remember it so vividly and knew that the Universe/God/Spirit was speaking directly to me. I was completely awake, and aware of an intense spiritual awakening happening for me. The newscaster at that time, Matt L., began talking about prescription drug addiction and the seriousness of the way it had been on the rise, and the loss of life related to addiction. He went on further to say that there was help available and offered resources. I remember this newscaster looking directly into the camera and saying, “There is help available.” I got a visceral feeling in the pit of my stomach. I knew he was speaking to me on behalf of the Universe/God/Spirit. I immediately began sobbing and saying, “Thank you,” to God for this reassurance. Being so self-aware of my truth and of my deeply rooted spiritual connection allowed me to finally speak my truth to my primary care physician, Dr. Bruce Levitt. Dr. Levitt sent me to the emergency room at our local hospital, and after 24 hours post medical stabilization, I was transferred to the detox and recovery unit. After five days, I left for California to visit my 100-year-old grandmother who was my loving lifeline throughout my life, where I thought I would rest and recover on my own terms. However, after just 48 hours, I became aware of just how physically and mentally ill I was by the grace of God’s profound presence. I was going through a severe withdrawal from having no pills for about a week. I was experiencing flu-like symptoms that were crippling. I was experiencing severe cardiac symptoms, gastrointestinal symptoms, and irritability that I could not calm. I was experiencing delusions where I began seeing things and hearing things that nobody else heard or saw. I was painfully aware that I needed intensive treatment, inpatient care, and medical supervision.

As alone as I felt in my mental and physical pain, I was so cognizant of my Spiritual connection and felt loved and supported. I never felt judged. I had a distinct “knowing” that the moment I would be ready to ask for this next stage of care, the Universe would guide me to safety through Spirit. Once I spoke my truth, out loud, and asked God to “show me the way out of this hopelessness, helplessness, and disease,” I was led directly and immediately to the people who could provide me with the care that I needed and the tools to begin my recovery. I picked up the phone and called a facility in Costa Mesa, California. One of the substance abuse counselors that I met at the hospital during my five-day detox in New York had provided me with this contact information when I left the hospital in case I decided to ask for further intensive care in the future. This was Divine intervention lovingly guiding me, and I was so aware of God’s plan. All I had to do was ask, and I would be guided. I asked, and I received. 

I began my recovery, and sustain and thrive throughout each day by practicing a holistic lifestyle with natural and organic solutions, body, mind, and spirit. I am a lifelong spiritual student, open and willing to continue to learn, grow, and evolve through self-awareness, self-reflection, healthy practices, and a spiritual foundation and connection that is present in every moment. All we need is to be aware of the Universe/God/Spirit’s loving presence, and recognize the person or people who are placed upon our path as our Divine helpers. 

Although I have unhealthy thoughts from time to time, they make sense to me. These thoughts are the product of a memory that is so familiar, which has been buried deep within my cellular structure from my past, unhealed trauma. When a similar situation occurs, my cellular memory is triggered by a past experience. 

We use that information in our current situation as it is what is stored in our memory.”

Please join me to hear the rest, and to partake in our interactive discussion!

Love and blessings,

Wendy

“My emotions and feelings connect me to my truth. I allow myself to feel each one, to give it a name as I identify what I know each one is connected to, and to allow for as much time as I need to heal.

I go within to ask myself what it is that I specifically need in this moment to comfort me, to bring me peace, and to help me to sift through it all in a constructive manner.

I ask Spirit for strength as I navigate. I practice self care to the fullest. I never limit my time. Inherently, I will know when I am ready to take another step forward.

I have everything that I will need to successfully work through my inner most emotions and feelings, and these healthy practices will promote my wellness on a cellular level.”

Please reach out to me if you need support or suggestions at wendyblanchard044@gmail.com.

Love and blessings,

Wendy

“It’s all in the details, in the alignment of ones words and actions, and the consistency of one’s interest and behavior with another, most especially when nobody else is around.

Integrity…”

Love and blessings,

Wendy

“I used to think that being in recovery was going to be a detriment to my finding the right life partner. I used to feel anxiety that my past disorder would limit me as to who would accept me…all of me… I used to believe that it was going to work against me when it came time to disclose that I am in recovery from substance use disorder.

I have since learned that is actually an asset to any relationship that I engage in as I am thriving in wellness and others are eager to learn how I have arrived here! I have met many potential life partners recently who are so supportive of my journey, and “proud” to be connected! I am completely blown away by the positivity and eagerness of others to align with me, and with my lifestyle!

The ones that choose not to remain in my circle, are not meant to be there, and quite possibly are experiencing their own fear, their own challenges and possibly their own disorders that may be triggered by my story which has absolutely nothing to do with my journey, but with something unhealed inside of themselves. I never take anyone else’s decision to engage, or not to engage personally. I focus on my side of the street and I welcome anyone onto my path who is like-minded, open minded and ready for a meaningful and fun adventure!

I am incredibly proud and humbled by all that I have accomplished in my wellness approach to recovery now in my 9th year, and so deeply grateful to be able to serve others in this capacity. I do feel very blessed.

My story is not a limitation to the right relationship. It is a blessing and an asset. I proudly, and with humility stand in my power, and everyone wants to be “powerful!”

God is so amazing. He has provided me with all that I need and desire, and calls upon me to serve Him.

Every morning in meditation and prayer I ask Him to “please show me where to go, who to see you, what to say and to whom today, to help another person.“ He always delivers.

I am living the life I have prayed for filled with wellness, love, peace, prosperity and the gift of the opportunity to serve others through Divine guidance.”

Love and blessings,

Wendy

“I am always present. I am always here. I am always forgiving. I am always filled with compassion. I am always willing to hear your perspective. I am always willing to offer mine.

I am always guided by the loving Energy of Spirit.”

Love, Wendy

“As I meet new people for potential relationships and friendships, I am excited about the majority of people who are eager to learn, experience and practice wellness!

As I share my journey with more and more people, so many blessings arise from our conversations. We offer each other a safe space without judgement, empathy for each other’s journey, new perspectives, patience, and in the authenticity of speaking our truth, we sometimes find a spiritual connection.

I take deep pride in my wellness approach to recovery, and it is through my story of recovery, rebirth and releasing of old patterns and behaviors where I impart the lessons, and impact others searching for solutions.

My greatest gift, blessing and passion is in serving others through the guidance of Spirit.”

Love, Wendy