Un-Father's Day ~ 

Unfortunately, not all fathers are kindly, loving souls we all grew up willing to obey and embrace.  Those who grew up with abuse, have a hard time celebrating occasions such as Father's Day, for obvious reasons.

Perhaps the families in your neighborhood seemed to have "normal lives", but did anyone but the children know what went on behind closed doors?

Not all fathers are kind, trustworthy people their children would hope to emulate. 

What We Can Do

Chances are that if you are reading this article you have an interest in matters otherworldly. That is a good sign, because it means that you have an interest in expanding yourself, spiritually. When we chose to do so, with good intent, we open the doorway to helping others. 

Forgiveness is Key

Forgiveness is key, albeit difficult for those not knowing a wholesome relationship with their father.  

Honor

After forgiveness, can honor follow?  We can honor the fact that we were born and perhaps given material things.  Nevertheless, honor denotes integrity.  When irreverence does not warrant honor, where does that leave victims of abuse, spiritually, on days like today?  

Those adversely affected, must forgive, try to forget, and move on... 

Out of the Closet

Most of us have heard the term "out of the closet". However, few may realize or admit that there are all kinds of closets in which human beings can hide. 

Hiding one's experiences can include hiding one's honed spiritual gifts.

It is important not to ignore Divine signs and messages given us from our Guardian Angels, Archangels, and Spirit guides, when we are under duress. In some cases, these are important messages meant for us to share. These messages can come to us in words, thoughts, visions, feelings, and dreams. 

The Price 

Those who suffered abuse, or grew up as children of alcoholics, in this life, know what it's like to be left out of otherwise joyful family celebrations.

Some of the most talented, gifted individuals on the planet suffered disfynctional, unhappy childhoods.

Fear ultimately prevents us from finding like-minded others who walk the path with us. When we join forces with kindred folk, we strengthen the communication between the higher realms and ourselves.

Religious persecution and persecution for one's uniqueness is nothing new, and it is perhaps the worst kind persecution that put some of us in the closet, in the first place.  

Sharing  Experiences ~ Gaining Trust 

Being afraid or embarrassed over sharing one's past keeps us in the closet, preventing us from expressing our Divine gifts and talents. Quite plainly, we get in our own way, and block the Divine guidance lovingly sent to and through us.

What do you hide in your closet?

What kinds of gifts and helpful information is there for you to share?

Perhaps you hide your healing energy of touch, as in Reiki, or the gift of music that can calm, awaken, and portend enlightening messages.  Perhaps you might counsel others feeling similar pain.

Intent is everything!

No matter how vast or small, if the source of your sharing is LOVE, you have much to give that will better this world!  Every spark of love adds to the eternal flame of realization. A little light can illuminate the darkest corners.

It is lonely in the closet!

Come out and play!

The choirs of angels and symphony of kindred others will join you readily to help heal all sadness, disppointment and misunderstanding across our planet!

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Credits and References:

The above article bases some of its information on a previous article by Xyra called "The Spiritual Closet", published on the Washington DC side of the house, under the DC Metaphysical Examiner title. 

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Doreen Virtue describes what it was like to emerge from, re-enter, and finally abandon her spiritual closet. In her Angel Therapy.com article "Finding Your Inner Peace...Coming Out of the Spiritual Closet", she explains concisely how she overcame self-doubt, and accepted her calling.

Published by Hay House, Doreen has achieved great success as an author, teacher, healer, and renowned expert on the angelic realms. She conducts classes worldwide, and joins career coaches and other psychics on Hay House Radio, where one can call in for live readings from those specializing in various forms of metaphysical teaching.

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