Walking with Grace: A New Way of Being

Where I Found Grace in Myself
by Stacie Wyatt

There was a time I searched for grace in all the external places—
in the approval of others, in the beauty of a sunrise,
in the whisper of prayer or the stillness after yoga.

But I’ve learned, slowly and sacredly,
that the deepest grace is the one I extend inward.

I found grace in the moments I couldn’t meet my own expectations—
when my body needed rest instead of rigor,
when healing looked like stillness, not progress,
and when my heart longed for softness, not striving.

I found grace when I forgave myself
for believing I had to do it all, be it all, hold it all.
When I whispered “it’s okay” into the parts of me still trembling.

Grace met me in the quiet sighs of surrender,
in the mornings I didn’t want to rise but did,
in the days I didn’t, and let that be enough too.

It wasn’t dramatic. It was ordinary.
Like folding laundry while crying.
Or smiling at my reflection after months of not looking.
Or making a cup of tea and choosing to stay.

This is where grace lives for me now—
not as something to earn or chase,
but as a presence I return to, again and again.
The tender arms of my own becoming.
The soft exhale that says:

You are still good. Even now. Especially now.

As pain has become a more persistent companion,
I’ve had to shift the way I experience joy.
What used to be miles of long, soul-filling hikes
has become short walks with a cane—each step its own kind of prayer.

Where I once taught over 30 yoga classes a week,
my energy now flows into writing, quiet reflection,
and creating offerings that ripple outward in different ways.
The pace has slowed, but the depth has deepened.

Grace has asked me to stay in relationship with myself,
even as the landscape changes.
And maybe that’s the truest kind of strength—
not in holding onto what once was,
but in gently embracing what is.


A Gentle Invitation

If you’re in a season of shifting, of slowing,
of learning to meet yourself where you are—
I invite you to pause and ask:

Where have I found grace in myself lately?

Let that question be a doorway.
To reflection. To self-compassion.
To honoring the quiet ways you’re still showing up.

And if today that simply means breathing and being—
that is more than enough.

Manifest Blend

Did you know that essential oils and thinking in terms of attracting goodness go hand in hand? Essential oils are great for boosting moods and improving overall well-being. The oils are effective for so many different situations from relieving the pain of a minor burn to cleaning your home. Learning about essential oils, their properties and ways to use them can actually help you maintain a positive vibration and help you focus on taking action with your goals. When we learn and get our brains working, we actually can increase our mindset and that brings us closer to our goals and desires.

Let’s face it, we are over two weeks into this year and for most people I talk to, it is proving to be a challenging repeat of the last couple years. The ideas and goals that most of us had for the New Year are already a fading memory as we dig deep in just getting through the long days. I may have a simple remedy that will get you back into the high vibes of focusing on attracting good things into your life. I mean we cannot change the crazy, but we can change where we focus our attention.

Having a routine

Whenever I start to feel “stuck” or that I keep experiencing not so great things, I pull out this blend and work with it to get out of my negative head space. My routine is actually pretty simple–I drink my coffee and write out a long list of gratitudes, and why these people and experiences inspire me, and then I apply this to my hands and cup my hands over my nose and take five intentional breaths. A gratitude practice by the way is one of the easiest ways to get out of bad funk. With consistency you can truly change your life just by being authentically grateful. After I spend time acknowledging all that is good, I focus on what I want in my life and sit with imagining how it is going to feel when I experience that which I desire.

Manifest Blend

  • Litsea: Litsea is a powerful mobilizer of the will. As the Oil of Manifestation it is especially helpful in encouraging us to follow through on the inspiration. Litsea invites individuals to have the confidence to act and to trust. This oil also teaches us that we must learn to listen to our inner voice.
  • Ginger: Ginger holds no reservations. This oil has a purpose and will fulfill it! Being the Oil of Empowerment ginger powerfully persuades us to be fully present and participate in our life. Ginger empowers us to complete personal responsibility for our own life and lose the victim mentality.
  • Wild Orange: Wild Orange addresses a wide variety of emotional issues. This Oil of Abundance fosters creativity and inspires feelings of abundance. At its core wild orange really helps us to remember the true essence of abundance.
  • Frankincense: Frankincense invites us to let go of some of the lower vibrations and negativity that we can feel. Frankincense helps us to recall memory of spiritual understanding. This oil is known as the Oil of Truth and helps us to feel the love of the Divine.
  • Arborvitae: Arborvitae helps us to live with peace and joy by trusting the abundant flow of divine grace. This one is a grounding oil that teaches the concept that divinity is all around us. As we surrender into what is, our mind relaxes and the soul experiences harmony and peace.
  • Patchouli: This gorgeous essential oil helps us to become fully present in our body. When we consistently use patchouli we can feel more grounded and fluid. As the oil of physicality this one calms fear and nervous tension.
  • Clary Sage: Clary Sage helps us with changing our perceptions. One of the finest oils for helping us to see our limiting beliefs. This is known as the oil of clarity and vision. It helps the spirit to use the divinely given gifts and bring clarity in the spiritual vision.
  • Citrine Crystal: Citrine is a beautiful type of quartz stone that welcomes abundance, prosperity, and positivity. Citrine is a yellow quartz stone that’s been around for thousands of years for many purposes. Citrine can strengthen self esteem and bring about a positive outlook on life. It also attracts a vibrant flow of energy in and around the body.

The benefits

This blend can help you to feel more positive. When used deliberately it can assist in chasing your greatest dreams and aspirations. And, you will smell delightful and I wouldn’t be surprised if you get compliments on how wonderful the aroma is. Plus it is such a gorgeous blend to look at.

This great ebook is an awesome resource for learning more about the variety of uses for essential oils. You can grab all of the oils for this blend (except the very rare and special Litsea). I will share with you MANY ways you can use these oils in your home for cleaning, aches and pains, detox, mood, belly aches and so much more.

Disclaimer: The statements in this post about essential oils have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and methods recommended are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information provided here is in no way intended to replace proper medical advice or treatment. These statements are based on my own personal experience.