Lenses for Life, Ann Albers, 18 June 2025

​Hi All,

Today, the angels remind us that when we view our lives through the larger lens of eternity, our problems become small and manageable. I'll share my thoughts on when to use the close-up lens versus the wide-angle one—and how seeing through the eyes of the angels and the Divine can bring us perspective, peace, and the power to navigate life's challenges.

Have a blessed & beautiful week :)
♥ Ann

Message from the Angels
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My dear friends, we love you so very much,

Next time you go outside, root your feet firmly upon the Earth. Look up at the sky. Consider the fact that you are standing on a beautiful spinning orb in the midst of space—a planet teeming with life, evolving through time. Every day, you wake up and walk upon your Earth, rarely thinking about the beautiful and adoring spirit that lives within her. She loves you. You are her children—her flesh and blood. She offers you an abundance of resources that, when managed wisely, can easily meet all your needs. She knows you are all connected in an immense field of Love far beyond human comprehension.

Take a moment now and see if you can imagine the vastness of space and then the majesty and magnitude of your dear Mother Earth.

Now, think of one problem or situation that concerns you. Does it seem smaller after you've considered the immensity of your world and the space beyond? Or does it feel even more overwhelming, pulling your focus away from the bigger picture?

If you could see your lives through our eyes, you'd know how deeply important you are—even though, in the grand scheme of eternity, your time on Earth is short. Your love has a large impact on creation, even though your physical form seems so small. Your desires call forth the invisible into form. You are part of ongoing creation! And your problems, though they may feel huge, are blips on the screen of eternity. They will always, eventually, give way to greater love.

You need not be concerned for your Earth, your nation, or the future. You only need to be concerned with this moment—right here and now. Ask yourself, "How can I experience more of creation's love for me right now?"  "In this moment, how can I add more love to life?"

Even as you read this, you can send out one heartfelt, positive wish into the universe that will echo through creation for all eternity. You are that powerful. You are that important.

So, while you look at your world and witness chaos, wars, and wild characters, remember: Life is about living as authentically and fully as you can in this moment. If a nap is the only solution to a current problem, take a nap. If seeking the solace of a good friend is the next authentic move toward love, do it. If you're stuck sitting and stewing over a problem, remind yourself, "Things I agonized about in the past have passed. The problems in my present will pass." Right now, they seem large. To the Divine, who lives within and beyond all creation, they are small.

As you relax into the greater truth—that you are a beloved and integral part of creation, that you are cared for and guided, that you are never alone—you will be transported into the peace that surpasses all understanding. Elegant solutions will arise. Help will come "out of the blue." Resources will appear in ways you couldn't have imagined. Your concerns will be soothed. Your problems, solved.

The power that sources Creation is so much bigger than any challenge, and while all souls are granted free will, solutions can come in ways that don't require changing one another. Instead, you'll be naturally and organically drawn to those who resonate in harmony with your spirit.

Your soul is a wave within the greater Sea of the Divine. It exists within the field of the Infinite. Your body is small compared to the vastness of creation. Your personality is just one perspective of the All-That-Is. Your time on Earth is brief, but your soul eternal, and all your challenges—no matter how insurmountable they might seem—do have solutions when you remember the magnitude of love available to you at all times.


Dear ones, give your problems to Heaven. See them in the light of the vast power and love that surrounds you. Then relax, knowing that truly, "Nothing is impossible with God."

God Bless You! We love you so very much.
-- The Angels

Message from Ann...

Hi Everyone,

I often think of the metaphor of a camera lens when considering how I look at life. Sometimes, I have the macro lens out. I see the tiniest details in front of me with minute precision. When I'm cooking a recipe, creating a design, or diving into a new project, this kind of focus is valuable. When I give laser-like attention to the person in front of me, I become a great listener. The macro lens absolutely has its place in life.

Then there's the wide-angle lens, which allows me to back up and take in the bigger picture. Instead of seeing weeds in the garden, I see the plants bursting with life and their delicious offerings. Instead of noticing the carpet that needs vacuuming, I see a home I love and adore. Instead of fixating on the intense, negative behavior of someone I care about, I remember who they truly are in the broader context of their soul's journey.

We switch between these two lenses—many times a day. Someone says something that rubs us the wrong way, and our first reaction might be to take out the macro lens, analyzing every word for meaning that may or may not have been there. In those moments, it's better to back up, take out the wide-angle lens, and ask to see through the eyes of the Divine. From this broader perspective, you may suddenly realize the person had a bad day... or a hard childhood. A shift in perspective inspires compassion instead of defense.

Think about times when you got stuck in traffic and worried about being late. Five or ten minutes is nothing in the greater scheme of eternity, but when our sense of self and "being on time" feels threatened, the macro lens magnifies these moments into huge irritations.

Likewise, when a world event triggers a steep drop in the stock market, millions of people take out the macro lens—panic, sell, and fall into fear. Those with the wide-angle lens—a broader and more long-term view—often come out ahead. Some even made fortunes during the Great Depression.

It's not better or worse to use one lens or another. Each has its purpose. The angels like to say, "Adopt the perspective that makes you feel better."

If looking at something up close soothes you or brings satisfaction, do that. I personally like to balance my bank account each week. Some people let the computer manage it and only check occasionally.

I love to admire the beauty right in front of me most days. But when I'm going through something hard, I prefer the broader perspective.

Choose the lens that works for you.

Here are a few tips to help you see through the most empowering lens:

1.  When one focus doesn't make you feel good, try the other.

When you worry too much about the future, shift your focus to something beautiful here and now. This opens you to a kinder future.

When you're haunted by pain from the past, remind yourself, "No one is hurting me now." This opens you to more loving interactions.

When you're stressed about paying the bills, zoom out and remember you've made it this far. This alllows you to receive more abundance.

When you lose someone you love, instead of reliving the last conversation or the challenges they faced before their transition—look at the bigger picture of their life's journey. Savor all that was loving and beautiful in your relationship. 
This allows you to connect with your dear one more easily in their new, expanded reality.

Choosing the lens that soothes, supports, or uplifts you is a powerful way to align with the Divine. It allows you to see through the loving eyes of your angels, who will help you appreciate both the beauty in each moment and the temporary nature of the challenges in our soul's eternal journey.

2. Ask to see through the eyes of the Divine.

In so many readings over the years, I could not have offered someone an elegant solution from my human point of view, but as I surrendered to the perspective of the angels—who are always aligned with Divine Love—deeper wisdom flows. 

I see a person who has gone through unthinkable abuse. The Divine sees a strong, powerful soul with a tenacious spirit—alive, still growing, and still seeking the freedom their soul desires.

I see a person who's been lied to or cheated. The Divine sees someone who is resilient, capable, and who, in connection with Source, can call forth all that was lost and more... in the most beautiful ways.

We see horrific things on the news. The Divine sees innocent, frightened children in adult bodies who are trying to control their world, matching vibrations with others who have chosen growth through challenge. Everyone is guided—always—toward a kinder reality if they're willing to listen.

We see death as a terrible loss. The Divine compassionately beckons us to evolve with our loved ones in spirit—to relate to them as they are now rather than as they were on earth. Through the wide-angel lens of eternity, our relationships never end. We continue our journey together.

As we ask to see things through the eyes of the Divine, we start to see, feel, and experience the Love that never leaves us.  

"Let me see through your eyes." Pray it sincerely and often, and it will change your perspective and your life.

3. See Yourself Through the Eyes of the Divine

We're conditioned to criticize ourselves and others. It never feels good. It wobbles us from our spiritual center, blocks our life force, and can lead to discomfort or disease.

But when we practice seeing through the eyes of love, we see truth. We see our innocence and goodness. We see all we've done well. We see our sincere quest for love, our good intentions, and even our "mistakes" as growth.

In that more accurate view of ourselves, compassion for others comes more naturally. We see their pain, their motives, their longing for love—just like ours. We begin to see through Divine eyes.

I often think about eternity. It's hard to wrap the human mind around something so vast. But in stillness, I feel it. I sense the "I-Ann" as part of "I-Am"—always evolving, shifting forms, having new adventures, yet always part of the eternal stream of unending love. Life on Earth becomes an adventure, not a race or a series of tests to pass. Urgency fades. Humor bubbles up more easily.

So next time you feel worked up or let down, try asking to see through the eyes of the angels or the Divine. Let yourself be guided into a new, more expanded—or sometimes more precise—perspective.

This week, may you see yourself as the Divine does:—Perfect as is... even as you evolve into more.

Have a blessed week,

Love,

Ann

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