When it comes to writing, I don’t just sit down and type. For me, writing is a sacred process, deeply tied to intention and guidance. It’s not something I can force or approach casually. Before I start, I always create an intention, asking for guidance beyond the limits of my own ego. I’ve found this step essential for staying aligned with the deeper meaning of my work. To help me focus and stay connected to this intention, I often create a special altar for the book I’m working on.
I felt blocked while writing my book, Loving the Unlovable: Relationship, Shadow, and the Enneagram. The words just haven’t been flowing, and I’ve felt stuck, like there’s a wall between me and what I want to express. When this happens, I know it’s time to shift something energetically. That’s when I make the trip out to visit my wonderful friends, Ra Moonhawk and Sonya Begonia. They have a special way of helping me reconnect with the magic I need.
Ra and Sonya create beautiful, powerful wands using crystals and natural elements. These wands aren’t just decorative; each one holds deep meaning and purpose. When I visit, I don’t go looking for a specific wand. Instead, the right wand always finds me. It’s a magical process in itself, and each time, the wand that finds me holds the exact energy I need for the work I’m doing.
This time, the wand that chose me was truly special: it featured a crystal heart and moonstone, with an alabaster head emerging from its body. The symbolism was clear and powerful, and it felt like the perfect addition to my altar. I also picked up a rose quartz pyramid, known as the stone of love. It wasn’t until I had these pieces in front of me that I remembered what this book is really about—finding our way back to love.
I had become so focused on the struggle and resistance I was feeling that I lost sight of the core theme of the book. The rose quartz reminded me that love is at the center of this work. It was a simple but profound realization, and I felt like these new additions to my altar were going to help me break through the resistance I’ve been facing, lovingly and gently.
Of course, creating the altar and bringing in these magical tools doesn’t automatically solve the problem. It doesn’t erase the block or instantly provide the words I need. But it does help me reflect more deeply on what’s going on. It reminds me to look beyond the surface of the obstacle and ask myself what it’s really about. What am I resisting? What am I afraid of? Often, the answers to those questions hold the key to moving forward.
I sense that these new tools, with their energy of love and clarity, are going to help me work through this block. It might take time, but I’m trusting the process. After all, writing—like life—isn’t always easy, but when you approach it with intention and an open heart, the path forward always reveals itself.
