Our culturally perverse notion that “doing, doing, doing” is the correct use of time, and that “doing nothing” is a complete waste of time, has indeed made us a sick society. Your overwhelming desire to back off from this whirlwind of activity and take a break—even throw in the towel altogether—isn’t crazy or unrealistic. It’s a direct summons from the Holy Spirit to withdraw your attention from the outer world and reconnect with your soul. Your life is not to be frittered away in meaningless and unexamined activity. You came in with a purpose, and specific soul intentions that are being neglected. They’re now knocking at the door of your attention, reminding you that you have commitments to keep. If you don’t heed this call and begin to self-examine, you may even enter a dark night of the soul, a time where nothing feels meaningful.

Listen to the Holy Spirit and open your heart to its direction. Take lots of time to be alone, and get in touch with your soul. Write in a journal, seek counseling, and pray. Allow yourself to be in direct contact with the guiding wisdom of the Holy Spirit on a daily basis. Withdrawing from the world—whether through contemplation, meditation, or even a sabbatical—is the most powerful way to use your time right now. The Holy Spirit is guiding you in your quiet moments. Its message: “Make time for yourself.”

As hard as this may be to admit, it’s time to give up on your present efforts and walk away from a situation that has no more life in it. Whether it is a dead-end job, a relationship that has run its course, or a pattern of behavior in you that’s no longer getting you what you want, recognize what isn’t working anymore. There are times in life when things or circumstances come to a natural end, some of which may seem beyond your control—this is one of those times. Your Guardian Angels are surrounding you as the reality of this dead-end situation settles in. They comfort you at a time when it appears as though all is lost.

Although you’re not experiencing a physical death, your angels indicate that something has indeed died: that which has been harming your spirit. The good news is that the worst has already occurred—it will not get any worse than this—and soon, a new day will dawn. As hard as it can be to admit, accept that defeat (or dead end) because the sooner you do, the sooner the real gifts you seek will appear from the right resources.

This is not an easy time, for you, but it will become easier if you let go. Your Guardian Angels’ message: “Let go and let God take over. And move on.”

You’re entering a period of great expansion and celebration. Your Joy Guides are at hand, ushering you into a season of abundance, celebration, and hospitality. You’re loved, accepted, and trusted by those around you. This is a time when life gives back to you. You may become engaged, get married, receive a promotion, land a deal, or just get a long-awaited lucky break. Whatever you desire, your Joy Guides are urging you to prepare for, because it’s surely coming.

Realize that as life’s tides turn your way, the soon-to-become-realized positive flow of events isn’t just a fluke or an accident or just the luck of the draw. Rather, it’s the natural outcome of your unwavering efforts, and commitment to your dreams and goals. Your Joy Guides’ message: “Plan for the party.” You’ll soon have reason to celebrate.