THE DREAM ZONE |
with Lauri Quinn Loewenberg
I dreamed that I was being raped. I fought him and tried to disfigure his face. After he disappeared I called 911, saying: "I have been assaulted." I began vomiting and crying. Once at the hospital, there was no one around to help me. The dream ended and I woke up.
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I am 25 and live on the East Coast. I've had a career in the travel industry for over five years and feel a serious change is necessary, but I lack some serious direction. I've considered returning to school, but formal education doesn't interest me. And the East Coast is losing its appeal. How do you feel about it?
Dear Autopilot,
I don't see you going back to school unless it's to support the expansion of your creative side. I see you living your potential by May 2005. The 10 months are about you expanding your talents and you'll be involved in something totally different by this time next year.
You're good at so many things that it's hard to focus on a specific direction. Of the many things I see you exploring are acting, gourmet chef, motivational speaker and public relations. I keep getting that you're supposed to prepare for success and it involves acting as an expert in front of a group. Prepare yourself by becoming comfortable speaking in front of people. (Toastmasters, or perhaps a communications class at the community college.) We haven't heard the last of you!
I had my second child 15 months ago and started to get sick. I lost my pregnancy weight and an extra 20 pounds. Eating made me nauseous. I was dizzy. My doctor thought I had postpartum depression and put me on medication. It worked, but I still had attacks, just not as bad or as often. I never felt depressed, just sick, which made me worry that I was dying of some horrible disease. A therapist said I have a panic disorder and my medication works well. I've gained weight. I always wanted three kids; I have two now, but don't think I could handle pregnancy again. What do the cards say for me?
Dear JH,
Many people love you and care about your well-being. Please follow your doctor's advice about your health. I see that you'll be off medication within two years and back to your normal self. I don't see another pregnancy, and that (after some emotional release) you'll feel a huge weight off your shoulders. It's not your idea to have three kids, but was impressed upon you either by family or your religious background. Your two children will need much attention in their first six years to really prosper. One will be very good with money, the other more scholastic.
I picked up from your question that you decide things for yourself by bouncing thoughts off several people. It would be helpful to simply decide and then do whatever the decision is. You've had people tell you what's right in your life, but your spirit is teaching that you have to decide that for yourself.
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I've been tired and bored with everything lately. I used to be very energetic. Now I just want to watch TV and nap. I have a 5-year old boy who doesn't understand what's going on with me. I have a nice boyfriend who does everything for me. I tell him to make me get up. Am I just burned out on my life? My mother thinks it might be medical reasons. Please help.
Dear Lazy L,
I see you getting your energy back in August. It's time to end this life without passion. Exploring your potential with a therapist is the best thing you can do. You're dealing with depression and boredom. Your son is watching and learning it's OK to give up on life. Is that what you want him to learn?
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Mona Van Joseph is a licensed professional in the psychic arts. E-mail questions to [email protected].