Angel Messages - Raphael

Some of you have made read in last week’s blog that I have been dealing with a few health challenges recently, so I had to laugh out loud when I drew the Angel card for today's

message. It seems that spirit is definitely trying to be clear in what they're telling me. In fact, when I opened the deck to draw today's card, the same card was sitting face up from a draw I had made for myself a week or so ago after spirit had given me a so-called “break.” (For more details on that I'll direct you to last week's blog entitled “Your Body is Talking - Are You Listening?) So, I then diligently shuffled the deck, but this card persisted in presenting itself again! Hence, my hearty laugh when I saw it and my surrender to the messages that it brings forward. I am sure they are not only for me - but I am also sure they will resonate with many of you as well. The card is from a new deck I have acquired recently. Created by Kyle Gray, the deck is called The 22 Archangels Oracle and today's card is Raphael referring to the well-known Archangel of Healing.

My Messages

Healing Whatever Ails Us

As many of you know Archangel Raphael assists with the healing of the body, mind, and soul. He is said to oversee “legions” of healing angels who help us heal from “whatever ails us.” He also helps to heal relationships and even issues and concerns carried forward from past lives. He assists us in removing negative energetic blocks that keep us from love, joy, health, and happiness. His healing also extends towards animals. So, he is definitely the Archangel to be working with as we strive to heal any trauma that is holding us back in our spiritual growth and transformation. Whether you were reeling from the impact of global chaos and trauma or experiencing challenges at a personal level, Archangel Raphael is reminding us today that he is here to help us. He and the healing angels are present to help us remember how we can heal ourselves.

The image of Archangel Raphael on the card presents a calm, soothing energy. He is looking straight at us and seems to be saying “Take a breath and go within.” That is where we will find the secrets to our own healing. When we reconnect with who we truly are we can release the trauma that has come forward as negative thoughts, unwanted or unpleasant emotions, and physical injury or illness. We can release any energetic blocks that we are experiencing, and we can release all challenges whether they arise from this life or past ones. All of these are indications that we have a spiritual need to become more aligned with our true purpose. They all represent lessons to be learned as part of our spiritual growth.

Changing Perspective to Heal

Today Archangel Raphael's green healing energy is speaking to us of “Clarity of vision.” He tells us “Be willing to see things differently to initiate healing and experience wholeness.” He is telling us that when we change our perspective of the trauma, we will see a clear path towards healing. But how do we change our perspective? One of the first suggestions from spirit is to not see ourselves as a victim but rather that any trauma is presenting us with an opportunity to learn. When we see ourselves as a victim we're looking for answers external to ourselves. To come out of victim mode we must truly understand that we are the only ones responsible for our lives and for our own well-being. We have chosen this path and all of the challenges that we're encountering. We need to remember and trust that everything is as Divine intended. We have free will and so we can choose how we respond to each challenge. Being responsible means, we acknowledge that we have the answers within ourselves and have the power to find those answers and heal. Where do you look for your answers?

A Clear Vision for Healing

Next is to find and release the underlying fear that is giving rise to your challenge. For example, when we have troubling negative thoughts, disturbing dreams, or unsettling emotions it is an invitation to look at the fear they are stemming from. What fear do we need to release? I used the word “release” versus “overcome.” Overcome implies conflict and focusing on something that we are in battle with giving that fear/negativity more energy and keeping it in our thoughts. Releasing is first understanding the fear. What are we afraid of? Sometimes, but not always, it is also helpful to discover where the fear came from. You may need to dig deep asking yourself “why” several times before you get to that foundational fear. Once you can recognize the fear, you can name the positive opposite of it. For example, if you have a fear of abandonment, you can replace that fear with a positive thought such as “I am surrounded by loving family, friends, and spirit.” You have just taken your focus away from the negative fear and have allowed yourself to focus on a much more positive outcome. Focusing on that positive means getting rid of all the “buts” and "what ifs’.” So, do you have a fear that is coming forward to be released? Ask Archangel Raphael and his healing angels to help you change your perspective, releasing fear and creating a clear positive vision to focus on.

Once you are able to create that clear vision of what you do want versus what you don't want, you will heal quickly. You will activate your innate ability to self heal. Working with Archangel Raphael supports you in your power of self healing. As I have been reminded repeatedly recently by spirit, that clear vision not only applies to emotional and cognitive healing but also to physical healing. Once we listen to our body and understand the root cause of our illness or injury, we are able to address that lesson and facilitate physical healing. Archangel Raphael and the healing angels can assist us further by helping us to visualize, to see a clear vision of what the healed body will look like. By holding that vision we support our body in self healing. Remember, everything is energy, and our thoughts and feelings create our reality. Why not hold a clear vision and create a healthy body?

Guidebook Messages

“Raphael's name means “God Heals” and he is the Archangel who is associated with health and healing. The book of Tobit relates that he once disguised himself as a human in a congregation and was able to heal a man on the side of the road from sickness and blindness. The “sickness and blindness” are considered to be metaphorical, referring to the idea that Raphael healed how the man felt about a particular situation and shifted his perspective. It's for this reason that he is looked upon as a guide to help us heal on all levels physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

Your Message

Spiritual vision isn't only about developing the ability to see spiritual beings or energies, it's also about developing the openness to see things from a higher perspective. With this card, you are being encouraged to see your current situation differently. This isn't about right or wrong, it's about developing the compassion and composure to pay attention to the experiences and input of those around you and see things from a different point of view.

Right now, angels of light are flying above you, inviting you to look at your world through

their eyes. Be open to the idea that even if there's a part of your life that doesn't make sense currently, there are greater workings in place that will lead to understanding and contentment. If you're feeling unsettled about a situation you care deeply about, realize that the real work begins when you move beyond the limitations of your instincts and trust in the Divine plan that is unfolding before you. If you have health concerns at this time, the angels are guiding you to be more open to information, feedback, and support.”

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Sending love and light,

Marilyn

Resources

If you would like to learn more about the archangels here are a few resources I have found helpful:

Authors:

The 22 Archangel Oracle by Kyle Gray

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