Awakening – My Journey to Love, Light & Purpose

By Carmela Ruggiero

I have been planning to post a blog for a while, but something kept coming up, and I just didn’t manage.

Today, I’m challenging myself and trusting that I’ve made the right decision.

I’ve seen and heard so much about spirituality lately that I believe this is a special opportunity to share my truth with the world - and to let you know a little more about me and my story.

I am a spiritual artist and a healing medium. For a long time, I struggled to accept my gift. I wore a mask to fit in, hiding behind fear, and pretending to be someone else just to please others.

But today, I want to share something truly special with you—something that has been a deep, personal project: “THE TWELVE”, an Oracle card deck of love and light.

It’s been a dream in the making, and honestly, I felt so vulnerable about it that I didn’t even talk about it with close friends or family… until now.

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Some of you - whom I’ve had the pleasure of meeting, supporting, and collaborating with—have truly inspired me. Your excitement gave me the confidence to keep going. This journey has been deeply emotional and transformational.

Over the past few years, I’ve been on a healing path, learning to forgive, practising meditation, and embracing self-healing. My Oracle deck is a reflection of that—it’s all about love: how to love yourself, how to heal through love, and how to reconnect with the divine within us—our soul.

During lockdown, life became very challenging. I had no choice but to surrender. I slowed down, focused on family, and began to look inward. That space led me to a powerful moment: I shared my story publicly for the first time.

Last year, I took a leap and joined a group of incredible women to co-author the book “Beyond the Ordinary”. My chapter is called “The Spiritual Awakening”, where I share my experience during lockdown—my emotional and spiritual rebirth. I wrote it with the hope of helping others overcome their own challenges and see the light beyond the storm.

The book became a #1 bestseller on Amazon, and you can now listen to my chapter on all major podcast platforms.

Here’s a short extract from The Spiritual Awakening:

“One day, I found some old paper and gel pens and started drawing. I didn’t plan it. I just needed a way to let my feelings out. Life felt heavy—between the lockdown, family struggles, and feeling lost. But through those drawings, something changed. I began to feel lighter. It was like my soul was waking up.”

Since then, it’s been a mix of highs and lows. That’s life, I guess—nothing is guaranteed.

One thing I’ve committed to is self-care, even in small, simple ways. Whether it's art, journaling, colouring, or just spending time with people who lift me up, these things have become essential to my well-being.

Last year was intense. I rebranded my business, which was both exhausting and scary—but also empowering. Revealing the new name and embracing my authentic self-felt like a bold step forward. I stopped hiding. I claimed my space. I began focusing on what I truly want to achieve and how many lives I hope to touch through this work.

I also travelled again for the first time since before the lockdown—something I’m so grateful for. A big highlight was presenting my work at a spiritual conference in New York. I also took my daughter to Venice for her milestone birthday. These moments reminded me how much the world has to offer.

Through those travels, I met incredible souls with powerful stories. Hearing about their journeys opened my eyes—and reminded me that even when we think we’re struggling, we’re still blessed. Those experiences changed me.

I’ve always loved the artist within me because she gives me freedom. Now, combining that creativity with spiritual connection has completely transformed my life.

So, here’s a heartfelt thank you to those of you who have supported me in my business, in my healing, and in simply being me. Your belief in me has made you family.

Am I ready? I’m not sure we ever really feel ready. There’s always that little voice of doubt.

But I trust in what I’ve created. I’ve manifested so much this past year—and I’m incredibly grateful.

If I can grow, heal, and rediscover myself—you can too!

One thing you can start today: Take five minutes to connect with your soul.

Whether it's journaling, pulling a card from an oracle deck, sitting in silence, or simply taking a deep breath with your hand on your heart—this small moment can be the beginning of a deeper connection with yourself.

Thank you for reading. With all my love,

Carmela xx

🎧 Want to hear the full story?

Listen to My Spiritual Awakening on the podcast and join me on this journey of healing and self-discovery. Listen to the podcast link here

Chapter 15: My Spiritual Awakening

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