From the Mud of Self-Doubt to Manifesting the Life of My Dreams

Dawn Gaden

I realized my calling early in life to help people live more vibrant lives. Maybe it was the codependent mother/daughter relationship, or growing up in a family of addiction. Seeing firsthand the soul-sucking existence of dreams unfulfilled, drove me to find answers to why people simply exist rather than live vibrant lives. Overcoming anxiety and panic attacks, I completed graduate school, created a family, and started my own business.

This journey was not devoid of turbulence. Miscarriages, job loss, depression, and cancer were just part of the journey. Like the lotus flower, my transformation came from the mud. When I was ready to rise, I learned how to calm the chaos in my mind, open my heart, and consciously create my life.

We don’t always know when we’re ready to show up for ourselves. We aren’t always aware of when the veil of self-doubt and uncertainty will be lifted. But if we continue the path of awareness and self-evolution, we will continue to receive glimpses of insight, a path unfolds, and then it is up to us to take the first step. It’s like the lotus flower that blooms from the mud. Keep moving through, reaching for the light, you will get there. You will see clearly, and oh, you will shine so bright!

During my journey through the mud of self-discovery, I created I.V.E.A., a guide to tune into your deepest desires and amplify your energy for more joy, abundance, and ease in your life. This is the foundation of The Image Shift Coaching Program - a 7-month transformation through the chakras and creating a powerful positive self-image. I invite you to take a look at each practice and begin using them as a form of ‘movement’ through whatever mud you find yourself in.

I ~ Intuition is your loyal guide. You have an inner compass leading you to serve and live in the energy of love and abundance. Pay attention and listen for its guidance.

V ~ Visualize with your mind's eye, and get a clear image of what your soul desires. Hold the image in your mind as your truth.

E ~ Emotions fuel your vision with love, joy, and enthusiasm as if it is already done. Feelings come first, and action follows. Fuel everything you think and do with positive emotions.

A ~ Action that is inspired is required! Action from a state of chaos, overwhelm, or fear only breeds more of the same. Take steps from a state that you want to create.

We are spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical beings. The body is the vehicle for the mind, and the mind is fueled by our spiritual guidance and emotional vibration. Vibrant living is aligning with the frequencies of joy, abundance, and happiness. It’s important to remember that we are also here to have fun!

The following is an excerpt from my YES! YES! Journal ~ 33 days at a time to get into alignment with your best self. I encourage you to give it a try. In your journal, complete these statements every day:

#1 Yes! to your desires: I am so happy and grateful now that… (Say yes to your desires and dreams, and remember to dream big. Make this fun. Here is an example of how to write your #1 yes to your desire: I am so happy and grateful now that I Travel the world and serve in the best way possible.)

#2 Yes! to what inspired action I will take today: Daily action is required in order to create the life that you desire. Small steps, big steps, it doesn’t matter! Every day take a step in the direction of your dreams and have fun! Remember to fuel it with high vibes - this will keep you connected to your vision! Connect with Dawn Gaden Dawn Gaden - The Image Shift https://createconsciousliving.com/ https://createconsciousliving.com/page/self-image-coaching facebook.com/dawn.gaden.3 @misfit_wanders