2009 Platform
I finally got my platform from Troy! This is what I got:
INTRO: When we share a Platform for a given period time, we are speaking about the higher perspective of patterns that are contributing to an intention of Essence. Often the Personality does not participate in, or contribute to, the Platform that Essence sees as interesting for exploration, and that is a valid choice; however, if Personality would like to manifest Essence and bring more consciousness into the patterns of a year, and into the awareness raised during important choice-making processes, having a general idea about the Platform can help. Think of the Platform as the interests of Essence for sight-seeing along your adventures. The Platform is not intended to, and cannot, interfere with the journey that is the result of the choices made by Personality, and Essence can still collect a great deal of input, even if Personality decides to simply "drive by" the elements that contribute to the Platform. If Personality chooses to be on board with the Platform of Essence, then the journey can often be even more interesting, fulfilling, and inspiring.
YOUR PLATFORM for 2009 - 2010: PREMIER
We would describe your Platform as "Premier" at this point because it appears that the cycle ahead of interest to Essence is to be pivotal, moving your experiences in directions that might feel as if eventually preparing for a "red carpet event." In fact, we would not be surprised if invitations for outings, openings, and events are key points in the cycle ahead.
By "Premier" we mean it in the literal sense of "first to arrive, or be presented," and we choose this word carefully as it captures the overall theme of patterns in the cycle ahead. It might be of some help to realize that there may be several instances where you may feel exposed and sometimes showcased, as you implement courage on a new level for stepping outside of comfort zones. Passing the playful imagery of stepping out and into a Premier might take the sense of exposure off you and put you into the seat of excitement and fun. Treating every instance of exposure as merely a short walk on the red carpet into a new event could bring a great amount of levity.
In fact, it might do you well to presume that your sense of exposure is due to "paparazzi" seeking candid shots of you, with your movie star hand blocking the flashes. This playful, inner gesture might lift any moods that could throw you off and help to diffuse any melodrama that may be otherwise easily generated.
Your Platform may start to funnel into your more intimate social circle a small group of Sages who have already begun working out Agreements with you for playtime for you, in exchange for your sharing enlightening perspectives.
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Well! I was kinda hoping it would be something like "Self-Improvement", 'cause I've been trying to do that kind of stuff lately: exercising more, watching (sorta) what I'm eating, trying to stand straight, etc. When I first read this platform, I thought "This can't be for me! It's so not my life!" I even wrote to Troy to tell him this. He said I should probably wait and see, maybe something will come up later, more towards summer. And I thought about it, and I agree; maybe my life will change or something later on. I am turning 30 this year after all! (Yikes!) And there is more stuff happening in the summer: there's my birthday, of course; Tori Amos starts her tour this year in Seattle in July, so I'm thinking of going to that; Emily's wedding is in August. So there's gonna be stuff going on. So we'll just have to see! (exciting!) And all this stuff I'm doing now, maybe that's like preparation, eh?
In other news, the weather today was wonderful! I laid out in the sun for the first time this year! I love doing that. I know it's probably not the best thing for my skin (not that I ever get REALLY tan, just a little), but it's a great way to meditate. In fact, that's really the only time I do meditate.
I saw a hummingbird today! :-)
Mom and dad come back from CA tomorrow, so vacation's over. I'll miss running this house. But I am kinda sorta starting to get bored, so maybe it'll be good that they'll be here. I'm even missing the dog! (kinda)
INTRO: When we share a Platform for a given period time, we are speaking about the higher perspective of patterns that are contributing to an intention of Essence. Often the Personality does not participate in, or contribute to, the Platform that Essence sees as interesting for exploration, and that is a valid choice; however, if Personality would like to manifest Essence and bring more consciousness into the patterns of a year, and into the awareness raised during important choice-making processes, having a general idea about the Platform can help. Think of the Platform as the interests of Essence for sight-seeing along your adventures. The Platform is not intended to, and cannot, interfere with the journey that is the result of the choices made by Personality, and Essence can still collect a great deal of input, even if Personality decides to simply "drive by" the elements that contribute to the Platform. If Personality chooses to be on board with the Platform of Essence, then the journey can often be even more interesting, fulfilling, and inspiring.
YOUR PLATFORM for 2009 - 2010: PREMIER
We would describe your Platform as "Premier" at this point because it appears that the cycle ahead of interest to Essence is to be pivotal, moving your experiences in directions that might feel as if eventually preparing for a "red carpet event." In fact, we would not be surprised if invitations for outings, openings, and events are key points in the cycle ahead.
By "Premier" we mean it in the literal sense of "first to arrive, or be presented," and we choose this word carefully as it captures the overall theme of patterns in the cycle ahead. It might be of some help to realize that there may be several instances where you may feel exposed and sometimes showcased, as you implement courage on a new level for stepping outside of comfort zones. Passing the playful imagery of stepping out and into a Premier might take the sense of exposure off you and put you into the seat of excitement and fun. Treating every instance of exposure as merely a short walk on the red carpet into a new event could bring a great amount of levity.
In fact, it might do you well to presume that your sense of exposure is due to "paparazzi" seeking candid shots of you, with your movie star hand blocking the flashes. This playful, inner gesture might lift any moods that could throw you off and help to diffuse any melodrama that may be otherwise easily generated.
Your Platform may start to funnel into your more intimate social circle a small group of Sages who have already begun working out Agreements with you for playtime for you, in exchange for your sharing enlightening perspectives.
END
Well! I was kinda hoping it would be something like "Self-Improvement", 'cause I've been trying to do that kind of stuff lately: exercising more, watching (sorta) what I'm eating, trying to stand straight, etc. When I first read this platform, I thought "This can't be for me! It's so not my life!" I even wrote to Troy to tell him this. He said I should probably wait and see, maybe something will come up later, more towards summer. And I thought about it, and I agree; maybe my life will change or something later on. I am turning 30 this year after all! (Yikes!) And there is more stuff happening in the summer: there's my birthday, of course; Tori Amos starts her tour this year in Seattle in July, so I'm thinking of going to that; Emily's wedding is in August. So there's gonna be stuff going on. So we'll just have to see! (exciting!) And all this stuff I'm doing now, maybe that's like preparation, eh?
In other news, the weather today was wonderful! I laid out in the sun for the first time this year! I love doing that. I know it's probably not the best thing for my skin (not that I ever get REALLY tan, just a little), but it's a great way to meditate. In fact, that's really the only time I do meditate.
I saw a hummingbird today! :-)
Mom and dad come back from CA tomorrow, so vacation's over. I'll miss running this house. But I am kinda sorta starting to get bored, so maybe it'll be good that they'll be here. I'm even missing the dog! (kinda)