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The Power to Choose and Create

Free Will: The Power to Choose and Create

Have you ever paused to wonder how much of your life is shaped by destiny—and how much by your own choices? This question lies at the heart of one of the most profound concepts in the human experience: free will.

Free will is the ability to choose your thoughts, words, and actions without being entirely controlled by fate, conditioning, or external forces. It is a gift, a responsibility and a cornerstone of human spirituality and growth.

What Is Free Will?

At its core, free will is the power to choose. It’s the internal compass that allows you to navigate life and create karma on your own terms. While external circumstances might limit your options, your inner choice—how you respond, what meaning you give to experiences, and how you show up—remains your own.

Philosophers have debated free will for centuries. Scientists study it in terms of the brain and behavior. Spiritual seekers explore it as a soul-level truth: the divine spark within each of us that allows us to co-create our lives in partnership with the Universe.

Free Will and Spirituality

In many spiritual traditions, free will is seen as a sacred right. You are not a puppet of the cosmos, but a creator in your own right. Yes, there may be soul contracts, divine timing, or karmic lessons—but within those frameworks, your choices still matter deeply.

You get to choose:

  • Whether to pay attention to something or not.
  • Whether to forgive or to hold onto resentment.
  • ​Whether to follow your intuition or ignore it.
  • Whether to live from fear or from love.

These choices ripple through your energy, your relationships, your future—and even your legacy.

Free Will and Healing

One of the most empowering aspects of free will is the ability to change your story. You are not your past. You are not your conditioning. Through conscious choice, you can begin to heal and reshape your life.

For example:

  • Choosing to go to therapy or join a healing circle.
  • Choosing to set boundaries, even if it’s uncomfortable.
  • ​Choosing to believe in your worthiness.
  • Choosing to see abundance in your every day life.

Each choice becomes an act of liberation.

Free Will vs. Fate: Do They Coexist?

A common question is: If everything happens for a reason, does free will really exist?

Here’s a powerful perspective: Fate may set the stage, but free will writes the script. The people, challenges, and opportunities you encounter may be part of your soul’s journey—but how you respond to them is entirely up to you.

You are the artist. Life is the canvas. Destiny may hand you the brush—but only you can paint the picture.  

Everyday Free Will

You don’t have to make monumental life changes to exercise free will. In fact, it shows up in the quiet, simple moments:

  • Choosing to breathe deeply instead of snapping in anger.
  • Choosing to speak kindly to yourself when the inner critic appears.
  • ​Choosing to trust the process even when the path is uncertain.
  • Choosing to see the good in every situation no matter how bad.

The Freedom to Choose Love

Ultimately, free will gives you the sacred power to choose love—again and again.  

To choose compassion over judgment.  

Presence over distraction.  

Growth over fear.

In a world filled with uncertainty, that’s where your true power lies. Not in controlling outcomes, but in choosing how you show up—in each moment, with an open heart, a clear mind, and the courage to live on purpose.

See below for Upcoming Classes & Events, and a Crystal Quote.

Upcoming Classes & Events

Manifesting with the Moon

The moon has been a guiding force for humanity for centuries, influencing nature, emotions, and manifestation.

In this class you’ll learn the moon phases and how to work with them, how each moon can be used for manifesting, the astrological influences and powerful rituals and tools. Whether you’re new to moon magic or looking to deepen your connection, this class will provide practical techniques and spiritual insights to help you manifest with confidence.

Manifesting with the Universal Laws

Are you ready to unlock your manifestation power by aligning with the true rules of the Universe?

Join me for a transformational journey through the 12 Universal Laws — timeless spiritual principles that can shift your vibration, align your energy and manifest with the true rules of the Universe. We’ll dive into each Universal Law with guided practices, meditations, energy work, and tools to live each law.

Let’s align with the laws of the Universe and co-create the life you’re meant to live.

Call The Dragon & The Rose at (714) 569-0100 to reserve your spot

Reiki Share

Welcoming all who would like to give and receive beautiful healing energy.

This gathering of Reiki Practitioners and attendees will share Reiki with each other in an atmosphere of positive energy and healing.

All are welcome, regardless if you are Reiki attuned or not!


Call The Indigo Collective to reserve your spot at (626) 796-2100

Reiki 1 Certification & Attunement

Become a Certified Reiki 1 Practitioner!

In this hands on class, you will learn the history and traditions of Reiki, the Reiki 1 Symbol, be attuned to Reiki 1, Self-Healings, get hands on session practice with your new Reiki energy, and more! 

Call The Dragon & The Rose at 
(714) 569-0100 to reserve your spot

Mastering Mercury Retrograde

In this class, you'll learn how Mercury greatly impacts your every day life for the 3 week retrograde and how you can work productively with this energy!

We'll explore how Mercury influences your journey, techniques to use Mercury's Retrograde energy for personal growth, and how to embrace the potential for positive change and transformation to propel your life forward. You'll leave this class feeling prepared during Mercury's Retrograde.

Reiki 2

Become a Certified Reiki 2 Practitioner!

In this hands on class, you will learn the Reiki 2 symbols, long distance Reiki, programming future healings, chair treatments, receive your Reiki 2 attunement, practice sessions with your new symbols and more!

Call The Indigo Collective to reserve your spot at (626) 796-2100

Connecting with Crystals

Have you ever wondered what crystals do and what they can be used for?

In this interactive class, you'll learn how crystals work and can influence your well-being, feel confident choosing the right crystal for you, learn to program your crystals, be able to clear your crystals, and become knowledgable on the most popular crystals available!

Call The Indigo Collective to reserve your spot at (626) 796-2100

Magic with the Chinese Elements

Did you know that your energy is deeply connected to one of the Five Chinese Elements - Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal or Water?

In this magical class, we'll explore how these element influence your energy, preferences, emotions, character and everyday experiences. You'll learn how to identify your personal element (and others), what it reveals about your nature, and ways to bring elemental balance into your daily life, home and work for increased harmony, focus, and vitality.

Call The Dragon & The Rose at (714) 569-0100 to reserve your spot

Crystal Quote

“Do not rely on the outer world as your measuring stick for your own spiritual growth, rely on your response to the outer world to determine how much you have grown.”

Bashar

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Reiki, Karuna Reiki®, Soul Realignment, NLP, Hypnosis, Spiritual Teacher & Best Selling Author

ABOUT THE FOUNDER, CHARLOTTE L. HOLMES, MNLP, MHT, MSC.D

Charlotte is a best selling author and experienced healer who is passionate about guiding people to realign to their true selves. With a profound understanding of many healing practices and metaphysical disciplines, Charlotte guides individuals towards incredible physical, emotional, mental and spiritual transformation. 

Charlotte has a Doctorate in Metaphysics and is an Usui and Karuna Reiki® Master Teacher, Oncology Reiki Master, NLP Master Practitioner, and Certified Soul Realignment® Practitioner. Through her years of experience, study and teaching, Charlotte has developed an integrative approach to healing, combining elements of these modalities to allow her clients find balance and wellness.  

Charlotte believes in the power of the individual and that each person has the ability to heal themselves. She empowers her clients to overcome obstacles, reducing stress and promoting wellbeing, relaxation and healing. Charlotte is dedicated to guiding people to reach their highest potential and a state of inner peace through her integrative approach to healing.

Author

  • #1 Best-Selling Book: All the Answers Are Within

Certifications and Credentials

  • Msc.d in Metaphysics
  • ​Eden Energy Medicine: Level 1 Fundamentals
  • ​Karuna Reiki® Master Teacher, ICRT Registration #088089
  • ​Oncology Reiki Master Teacher
  • Usui Reiki Master Teacher
  • ​Kundalini Reiki Master Teacher
  • ​​Soul Realignment® Practitioner
  • ​Certified Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) Master Practitioner
  • ​Certified TIME Techniques® Master Practitioner
  • Certified Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Practitioner
  • ​Certified Master Hypnotherapist
  • ​Certified Master Life & Success Coach
  • ​Sai Maa Diksha Practitioner/Teacher
  • ​DivinePeaceHealing® Practitioner

Associations & Certified Through

IARP 2025 Certified Reiki Master
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Certified IICT Member 2025
Impart Certified Healer