Our society places a lot of importance on multitasking. People seem to feel that there is great value in juggling a multitude of tasks and getting a lot of work done; but in doing so, we’re losing our sacred connection to the present moment. Stress diminishes both the quality and the effectiveness of what we do.

The infinite source of all life flows through each one of us. With that in mind, we can honor all things as sacred and give them our full attention. In every interaction, our role is to be there as a field of conscious presence. In this state of awareness, you’ll find it easier to operate from the frequency of acceptance, enjoyment or enthusiasm. Anything else means your focus is elsewhere and  that you should stop and bring yourself back into the present moment.

Presence is achieved by going inward and accessing grace. The ego disappears, the roles and life situations become transparent and only empowered silence remains. When you begin to realize that you are much, much more than the stories of the mind, you have planted the seeds of your own spiritual maturity.

The new moon is a powerful time when the stars alone rule the night sky and we pause, expectant, to see what this phase of beginnings will bring. Your state of consciousness will dictate how you experience the energy of this cycle. If needed, consciously re-frame any negative or limiting beliefs into ones of empowerment, joy and gratitude.

Make friends with the darkness, recognize the need for the contrast, embrace the flow of cycles and understand that everything has a purpose in the tapestry of existence. What happens when you venture into the unknown? Your soul begins to shine with an inner light as you discover aspects of yourself that have long laid dormant and now seek expression.

This is a wonderful time to cleanse your Sacred Space, rearrange a room in your home, create a new vision board, reach out a hand in friendship or perform any activity that sets the stage for new beginnings. Treasure each moment of your experience, for something sacred is about to be born.

When the eternal and the human meet, that’s where love is born — not through escaping our humanity or trying to disappear into transcendence, but through finding that place where they come into union.
~Adyashanti~

I awoke today wondering “what shall I write?”

The answer quietly came… “Be at peace with the not knowing.” And so, I began to type, understanding that my intellect really has nothing to do with inspiration. I don’t need to try to be witty or brilliant or even inspirational – only allow the purity of love to flow through me in whatever way that it can.

For many years, I’ve used this statement as one of my daily affirmations: Today let me be an authentic expression of kindness and unconditional love. I am an ever-evolving channel for the love, light and laughter of the Universe.

Like everyone, it’s important for me to constantly work to release egoic attachment so that it doesn’t distract or diffuse the healing energy which is available to us all. To be at peace with the not knowing is an indicator that I am learning how to move forward with faith and allow the healing to occur in whatever way is most appropriate in the present moment.

The key to empowered movement forward is to be fully conscious within the present moment. Hind sight provides the ability to review our history and recognize the loving hand of the Divine at work. Coincidences, inspiration, action and faith blend together to create opportunity.

View the wisdom of your soul as a brilliant navigational system. You provide the end result you desire (awakening, happiness and peace) and as you travel, it adjusts and provides new routes that you can utilize to reach your destination. You can move quickly or take the long way, it doesn’t matter. The system will simply readjust, even if you should decide to take a detour. However, the most important aspect of the journey is this – you must start and keep moving in order to reach your destination.

Begin the next phase of your journey and allow for adjustments, perhaps choosing to view them as mini-adventures. When traveling in unfamiliar cities, we put a lot of faith in our navigational systems and often don’t know with certainty that we are on the right track until the moment we reach our destination. Have faith in your inner wisdom and trust that all will ultimately unfold in the perfect way at the perfect time for your growth.

The present moment is a doorway which can allow us to discover an inner quality of relaxation and acceptance. The stars, the rocks, the trees, the flowers, birds and insects are our brothers and sisters in this dance of existence. Watch the day awaken and consciously witness the blend of all that creates the unique tapestry of your life.

Many times we can forget that it’s not what we do, but how we do it that’s important. Taking one step through life at a time, giving each task and each step your complete attention and energy can bring a powerful new vitality and creativity to all that you do. This is one of the greatest gifts that you can give yourself.

Walk in alignment with your inner wisdom and you will find that existence provides exactly what is needed for your awakening. The more you love yourself, the more easily you’ll be able to recognize the possibilities that are all around you.

When we choose to share our energy with others, we create a flow of abundance that enriches both our lives and the lives of those with whom we come into contact. Consider bringing each person with whom you interact a gift day. It may be as simple as a compliment, a shared moment, a stone from your sacred space or a flower – but the joy that comes from sharing will certainly open a world of new possibility.

Everyone in your life is there for a purpose and contributes to your spiritual awakening. Giving is a wonderful way to say “thank you” to those who grace our lives. Each conscious act adds to the beauty in the world.

When we give love, we improve our own mind/body/spirit connection and radiate the frequency of bliss to everyone around us. It’s time to try something new, offer kindness and make this journey of life the absolute best it can be.

Everyone desires the same end result in their lives – joy. We want to achieve particular goals, participate in healthy relationships, love what we do for work and greet each day with delight. The challenge is that the human condition typically projects happiness somewhere out into the future by attaching it to the outcome of manifesting what we desire.

It’s easy, then, for many to get caught in a paradoxical cycle of a never-ending search that becomes frustrating or disheartening as happiness continues to elude one level or another, and nothing ever seems to be quite right.

Joy is a powerful emotion that ignites magnetism and movement. The fastest way to create the life of your dreams is to focus upon joy, gratitude and happiness in whatever way you can. Acceptance combined with intention and conscious action is a powerful aspect of spiritual growth. Make this your daily practice and allow the Universe to surprise you in unexpected and amazing ways.

Prior to writing, I stepped outside to enjoy a moment of gratitude in the misty moonlight. As is the norm, I was followed by my animals who set off in all four directions to explore. In the stillness it seemed that time stopped, I walked in mystery between the worlds and felt renewed.

Animals have no opinions, no judgments, no thought… instead they take the time to stretch out in the sunlight, to purr in absolute bliss, to snuggle with reckless abandon and delight in showing us the way out of the prison of our minds. They are our guardians of being and serve as reminders to be fully present while reminding us what is important.

It seems that each action says life is good without creating a story about why it is good – it simply is.

Consider allowing yourself to be observant today. Notice the messages of love that are all around you and discover what the small, mundane things of life have to teach. A solitary flower courageously growing and opening to the light of day can be transformative when we allow it to be.

I am grateful for the gentle reminders to be joyful, to show unconditional love, to be still.

There is nothing more beautiful than allowing someone the space to awaken. When others attempt to draw us into some type of conflict or drama, we have the opportunity to observe our own defensiveness, views or opinions and can use this awareness as part of our spiritual growth.

The act of observation creates space in which transformation can occur – both within ourselves and in others. Accusations, defense, the need to be right, criticizing and blaming are all designed to strengthen the ego, and as we learn the art of non-reaction, the ego has no energy to feed upon.

It takes practice, but there is great power to be accessed in loving, non judgmental silence. When we make the choice to be neutral – allowing the other person to have a differing opinion or to process through a negative outburst at their own pace, we set ourselves free from identification with the ego.

If you need to say “No” or take action, it will come from a place of consciousness instead of reactivity, and you will feel at ease within the present moment.