Awakening Self

What is Awakening?

by Connie Habash | Jan 31, 2021 | awakening, Awareness, Consciousness, Enlightenment, Higher Self, Spirituality

You may have heard the term “awakening” used before you found this blog, in reference to personal or spiritual transformation. But what exactly does awakening mean?

Of course, that’s really a subjective answer, but I’ll share with you my perspective on awakening and why I use that word for the name of this website and my book, Awakening from Anxiety. It’s a word that speaks deeply to me. Yes, it is a spiritual process, but also a psychological one as well.

Fire by Friction: the Legacy of 2020

by Connie Habash | Jan 7, 2021 | awakening, Challenges, Change, Clarity, Darkness, Energy, Fear, Inspiration, Light, Motivation, Transformation, Truth

[based on my talk from New Year’s Eve 2021: A New Beginning] No one needs to be told that 2020 was a difficult year. We all know the reasons why. But we may not realize that there is a gift in all that challenge: fire by friction. Have you ever started a fire?...

Resources

A selection of books, CDs, and websites that Connie recommends for your continued awakening.

Testimonials

I am not exaggerating

I am not exaggerating when I say that the group has truly and deeply changed my life. I have never felt more content and at peace, and it is amazing.… Read more “I am not exaggerating”

Always Inspired

Connie’s website, AwakeningSelf.com is aptly named. Of the many gifts I’ve received as a student and mentee of Connie’s, the most profound has been greater ability to go within. Erika… Read more “Always Inspired”

One of Precious Few

Connie is one of those precious few who are able bring much insight, flexibility and heart to human concerns. She is someone who I admire and who I would recommend.… Read more “One of Precious Few”

What a Wonderful Gift You Have

Dear Connie – Unfortunately I live too far to enjoy your classes but I sure do look forward to your monthly newsletter “Awakening Self”. Mary Anna Jansen, Brentwood, CA

You Have Shown Me The Light

Your classes have literally “awakened” in me the ability to view myself and the world in a more compassionate way. I have taken this new awareness into my very soul.… Read more “You Have Shown Me The Light”

Weaves a Philosophical and Spiritual Message

Connie is a gem. Connie’s vast experiences and wisdom are clearly evident in her teaching and counseling. Lynn Cheng Kaylor, Fremont, CA

A Powerful and Loving Force

You are a powerful and loving force Connie… I wanted to let you know how much your presence and your class touched me to the core. Clarice Hirata, Mountain View,… Read more “A Powerful and Loving Force”

One of the Best Experiences of My Life

Connie is absolutely one of the most intuitive, insightful, kind, nurturing, intelligent, and resourceful people I know. She has given me practical and meaningful tools to use every day. TL,… Read more “One of the Best Experiences of My Life”

Truly Powerful and Meaningful

I have to say this was a truly powerful and meaningful retreat for me, Connie. I am deeply grateful. Beth Hughes

Counting My Blessings

I woke this morning counting my blessings, feeling receptive, grounded and ready to share the energy we cultivated yesterday in all my interactions today. Lynn Heinrichs

It was very profound for me

Loved how heartfelt it was and how you created so much love and safety in this group – it was very profound for me. Renee Miller, Fremont, CA

Everything was wonderful

Everything was wonderful. It came from heart and therefore it was accepted and received by heart… Deeply grateful for this wonderful experience and looking forward to future retreats. Bibi Sharma,… Read more “Everything was wonderful”

What was shared had a true resonance

I loved being out in nature and so much appreciated how open everyone was. So much of what was shared had a true resonance to experiences in my own life.… Read more “What was shared had a true resonance”

I applaud you

From the deepest part of my heart, thank you for the website and content. I want you to know that each post on your blog is refreshing. E. Cormier, Louisiana

Connie’s wisdom is healing

Connie’s wisdom is healing. The tools in her book are life enhancing, practical and grounded in love. The deep care she has for everyone is evident. Leyla Zabih, MS, CLPF

I enjoyed my Sacred Path of Aging

I thoroughly enjoyed my Sacred Path of Aging as I gracefully learned to not fear, but accept aging is the process of life. Connie Habash is a strong and skilled… Read more “I enjoyed my Sacred Path of Aging”

Every experience has blessed me

Every experience of Connie’s spiritual leadership has blessed me, from personal connections to Ecotherapy training to her Spirituality of Aging workshop for the School for Contemplative Living. Connie will bless… Read more “Every experience has blessed me”