Remember that change is not necessarily something that gets imposed on you, but is something you have the power to create.
~Ainslie MacLeod’s Spirit Guides
Change is inevitable. We all know that. But what we often forget is how much power we have to create the change we want.
In the days following the result of the 2016 presidential election, many old souls are appalled by the changes they see coming. A Trump administration, packed full of young souls, has the potential to create lasting damage to the people, the economy, and the environment.
As I pointed out in my book, The Instruction, young souls don’t want to govern, they want to rule.
Faced with this, a lot of older souls feel a deep sense of disempowerment right now. They talk about leaving the country, or how depressed they are. And they have every right to feel that way. It’s all part of a process that leads to change.
But there’s also a past-life element in all of this. Sadly, it affects older souls more than younger, less spiritually-connected souls.
Older souls often have many lives of disempowerment in their soul’s past.
We’ve all been slaves, prisoners, or have been trapped by financial restrictions or social expectations. Soul-level memories of these past lives have been triggered by recent events, and have caused many of us to feel helpless in the face of something so much bigger than ourselves.
It’s perfectly natural to go into a place of powerlessness.
But what’s important is to get out of there as quickly as possible–to flip from a place of disempowerment to one in which you feel empowered. Instead of staying stuck and internalizing your emotions, channel them outwardly.
Use that energy to stand up to those younger souls, and show them a better way of behaving.
Under a Trump administration, many people’s rights and even lives will be at risk. The way to go to a place of empowerment is to get involved, stand up for those who lack a voice, and be a force for positive change.
As an old soul, it’s incumbent upon you to help others.
When you were a persecuted minority several lifetimes ago, what would you have wanted? To be supported and protected. This is your opportunity to be the advocate or protector you wish you’d had in your life back then.
When you’re done mourning over this sad state of affairs we find ourselves in, lick your wounds of disappointment and get to work.
Join the ACLU, become an ally for LGBTQ rights, or speak out against injustice in whatever way that calls to you.
Use the power you have to be a force for positive change in the world.
Over the next few weeks I’ll be sharing what I’m doing to help impact change, and how you can join me. I’m really fired up about this, and think you will be too! Stay tuned…
Thank you Ainslie! We, as old souls, will benefit from working together as a team. I look forward to what you’ll share with all of us.
Thank you Kelly!
I just received a sigh of relief! I am looking forward to working with you in any way I can! Thank you!
Thanks Marie! I’ll be announcing something very soon.
Thank you Ainslie !
I was raised by such dominant young soul parents,and I’m sure past life fears of imprisonment for speaking my truth,my approach of the past 30years has been one of leading by example..it is past time for me to do something more!
Kathryn
Sounds good Kathryn!
Well said! I totally agree it’s time to be the loyal opposition, spreading as much love and light as we can through practical ways in our society and world. Can’t wait to see what ideas you have in store for us, you old soul!
Thank you Bridgette!
Even here in the Netherlands we are truly baffled and shocked by Trump’s ‘victory’. Your article is what we need in these times. Hopefully I too can contribute in helping. My thoughts go out to you.
Thank you Femke
Is it possible with our vastly growing population there are far more young souls than old souls and it’s simply the numbers of them outweighing and taking control of the progress of the older souls?
Old souls split off to be in multiple incarnations to keep the balance. You may be in three or four places right now, Sherri.
I have read your book and agree that the young souls want to rule… I am currently reading a book called :Fractals of God” by Kathy Forti, PhD
She is saying that we humans are in a dimensional realm where access to spiritual things, that have been hidden from us for many, many years, are now opening up to us…and opening very rapidly.
If this is in fact the case, why are the younger souls getting so much power? I would think that those of us older souls would be the ones taking over or at least having the upper hand?
Just another bit for your to chew on. I would love to hear your opinion on this “opening” that is taking place.
I’d recommend my book The Transformation, Gladys. It explains the shift in consciousness from my Spirit Guides’ perspective.
Thank you, Ainslie, this is so needed at this time!
Thank you, Carol.
Thank you so very much, Ainslie, for your comments and insights-they are so truly helpful and needed. I feel very grateful for your support at this time. I, too, look forward to your ideas on how you will be impacting change. Now, I am grieving and trying to make sense of it all. I do think it is important for us all to look for support and I thank you again for that. I look forward to moving ahead and being part of positive change.
Being a part of the positive change is the Transformation in action, Betsy. Your involvement is extremely important.
Count me in. This is definitely not the time to lay down and wait for this to be over. I have been pondering on what to do…how to create a positive impact, a higer good than currently being felt…
I agree, Mei. It’s a time for old souls to join together for progress.
Thank you Ainslie! You are 100% on target as usual. I will be joining you in your efforts to impact change and eagerly await your ideas. Thanks for writing this, I feel a little spark now to get up and get on with it <3
Great, Carrie! That spark will keep growing.
Thanks for the positive inspiration. Still in shock.
I hear you, Susan. We need to turn the strong emotions into action.
Looking at events in the USA from the UK, there are shadows of our recent Brexit fiasco, when the pedlars of fear, hatred, division, self interest and ignorance appeared to win the day. The UKIP politician, Nigel Farage even went to America to voice support for Trump.
But we can’t overcome fear and hatred by using those same emotions. We have to employ the most powerful force in the Universe – LOVE. Love for humanity, love for all creation. There is no room for fear in Love. Love will find a way – and we as indiividuals will find our way to work with that – no matter how small, we can all do something to turn this tide.
I totally agree, Fiona. Love is the most powerful force and we need to channel it into positive change.
Thank you for your wisdom! I believe we do all need to be involved, whether it is in our immediate community or family- or if one is able, by being involved in an organization. It seems each generation is trying to learn the same lessons over and over- we go forward and then slip back-I am not sure where it all leads?! To me , we are all meant to love and be kind to all , live in simplicity— but how?
Thanks Helen. We’re on the cusp of the Transformation. It’s time to make a big leap forward.
Love is light and light disperses the dark. Your earlier email about being a feisty old soul resonated and I went to work the next day feeling so much more positive and ready for action. I signed 2 petitions today: 1 for the electoral college to elect Hillary and another to change/abolish the electoral college and have each vote count. I welcome your suggestions, Ainslie.
Keep up the good work, Sarah!
Ainslie,
Your reassuring voice of wisdom resonates deeply within me. Thank you for helping me to recenter myself after what has just transpired. Whenever I feel depressed and anxious, I remind myself that action is the antidote for despair. I’m going to recommit myself to all the worthy causes that are calling for my help.
Action truly is the antidote to despair, Mark. I’m recommitting, too.
Thank you so very much for this post!
You’re very welcome, Amanda.
We as Americans have been lazy. We take our freedoms for granted and our children no longer even learn civics in school. Our Constitution was written so that we would have a large voice in the running of our government. We must put down our entertainments that numbs our minds and pay attention. We get the politicians we deserve in a democracy. A government by the people for the people. All people. With technology it is easier than ever to know how your representatives vote. Pay attention to the issues and let them know you are watching whose interest they have at heart. Yours or Wall Street or the insurance companies or Pharma. When they vote against the interests of the constituents, they are hoping that you aren’t paying attention. Most people aren’t. Please do because that is what can “Make American Great” Not a president that just wants you to “trust me” We could have had Bernie but a disinterest and uninformed electorate isn’t ready for a leader like. God help us and give us the strength & wisdom to give our children a better country .
Thanks Anne, I totally agree that we all need to pay attention to the issues.
This weekend I’m at the non-profit National Clean Water Action board meeting where I’m a volunteer board member. On my flight to D.C. was our fine MInnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, then I sat next to a man who works at the Canadian consulate, then when I arrived ran into former colleagues at several progressive non-profits. Here are some comforting thoughts from all of them: the governmental agencies are chock full of Obama appointees. Trump has never worked within a bureaucracy before. So much of the good work that is done within Health and Human Services or the Environmental Protection Agency goes on below the radar with people who are committed to helping other people and making government work better. In particular, Clean Water Action will publicly fight any efforts to gut existing clean water protections and will also work behind the scenes to ensure progress is made on infrastructure (protecting source water and working to replace lead pipes, etc.) Please give of your time, money, and energy to causes you care about. If preserving and protecting clean water is your thing, please check out: http://www.cleanwateraction.org/ I’ve been grief-stricken this week, but am starting to feel better. The work will go on! Best wishes, Elizabeth Dickinson http://www.pursueyourpath.com
Thanks, Elizabeth. When I asked my Spirit Guides once what they saw as the biggest issue facing humanity they said, “Water, water, water.”
I don’t know if I am an old soul or not but I think what is missing is a relationship to the Light, God, Higher Power or whatever you want to call the One Source of all and All of which we are only an apparent modification
Thanks, Jacquie. Important to remember we’re all connected.
Thaks so much, Ainslie! I also feel this background naseau. I totally agree with your advice to take action to clearly link up with those that could be targeted, etc. Perhaps this event will make some like minded folks cross party , racial or life style lines to work together now that there is a larger threat. And also get the younger kids involved, as we see that now happening.
I read today of a joint appeal to the trump team from Arabs and Jews.
I’m a 65 year old white American, and this is the first time I was ever worried and praying about an election.
Thanks so much for addressing this issue that so many of us are sick about. Altho I think it may contain some hidden gifts (like previous enemies learning to work together, etc.).
Thank you so much, Ainslie, Im sorry this is so rambling.
I agree James. I sincerely hope this event will result in greater unity.