Month: December 2015

Life is filled with potential.

That\’s right! I move beyond limited human-mind thinking and align myself with the infinite Divine Mind, where all things are possible

Perceived limitation occurs when we reside in the lower vibrational frequencies such as anger, shame, regret or blame. It\’s hard to see additional possibilities when one is blinded by self-judgment and drama.

Take the time to breathe. Create balance often throughout the day using the tools that you have acquired. Since nothing is static, it\’s empowering to look at a situation with the realization that there are facets waiting to be explored.

Life will always present the ideal situation for your growth. The spiritual student will look at a challenge and ask themselves what there is to be learned. A master will look at the ease and joys of life asking the very same question…
Today, my intention is to be gentle and kind with myself as I grow and change.

Be a conscious creator.

That\’s right! Every change in my life leads me to greater understanding

Our beliefs, thoughts and actions create a flow of energy that shifts everything around us. No matter what you seek, it will be revealed to you. Many people say they want to be happy, but yet they remain caught in thought processes that create suffering somehow thinking that joy will simply come once life straightens itself out.

\”Pain is physical, suffering is mental. Suffering is due entirely to clinging or resisting. It is a sign of our unwillingness to move, to flow with life. Although all life has pain, a wise life is free of suffering. A wise person is friendly with the inevitable and does not suffer. Pain they know but it does not break them. If they can, they do what is possible to restore balance. If not, they let things take their course.\”
~ Nisargadatta ~

No matter what you wish to manifest on your journey of awakening, you will be provided with the opportunities and the means to create it within you. If you seek to cultivate patience, you will provided with myriad opportunities to be patient – people will slow down around you, you\’ll need to wait for an answer you desire or it may feel that nothing is shifting in your world. In these instances, the first reaction may be impatience; however, the soul will begin it\’s work (often with the little things) until patience is a strong aspect of your being. At the core of this transformation is joy – the joy that comes from manifesting new and healthy attributes as well as the knowledge that the Universe is conspiring on your behalf, though at times it may have felt like the opposite was happening.

With this in mind, face challenges with gratitude. They have come into your experience to provide you with the growth that you seek… Be patience with the process and with yourself and relax into the present moment with stillness and compassion.
Today, my intention is to easily flow with new experiences and new opportunities.

Joy is a choice.

That\’s right! I am free to think wonderful thoughts. I am in control of my own mind.

Unconsciousness can be dispelled in a moment. It\’s never too late for understanding and wisdom to emerge. No matter where you are on your journey or how much you may have struggled along the way, you can step into the power of the present moment whenever you are ready.

Freedom and joy are possible in the midst of suffering. And suffering, whether physical, emotional, mental or spiritual, is simply the perception that something is wrong in our experience. Since everything works toward our highest good and every event or lesson is a stepping stone on the pathway of awakening, we can choose to see beyond the physical to the infinite possibilities that await discovery.

Only by courageously turning to face our shadows can we shine the light of consciousness upon them. By facing life with an open heart, we discover freedom.
Today, my intention is to trust the processes of life to bring me my highest good.

Know thyself…

That\’s right! Every experience I have leads me to a greater understanding of my soul\’s mission

It is possible to release yourself from a life of reaction and frustration to live one of peacefulness and wisdom. We can train ourselves to live mindfully and honor our feelings as they arise. When you have reached a point in your life where you truly know and love yourself, nothing can shake your state of grace.

When defensiveness arises (a form of ego), it is typically a response to someone who has voiced negativity or self-judgment that we still carry. The initial reaction is anger or blame which is utilized as a form of resistance; however, mindfulness reminds us to observe this flash of reactivity, and rather than seek validation or retribution outside of ourselves, we choose instead to heal the misguided judgments that we still carry.

When we resist an experience, we become lost in anger, hatred, aggression, fear, judgment and blame. When we seek to evolve through an experience, we move into mindfulness, compassion, strength and fearlessness.

\”True strength meets the vulnerability of life with caring and courage. True strength knows that there are two great powers in this world. The first is those who are unafraid to kill. The other is those who are unafraid to love.\”
~ Jack Kornfield ~

All conflict arises because those involved identify with the ego rather than their own infinite true nature.

That\’s right! All that I need is already within me

As awakening souls, it is our responsibility to see beyond the roles that people play, their stories of the past, judgment and hatred. Love is an amazing healer.

Human nature loves to define itself through the drama of a situation. Spiritual nature seeks to find the gift within all situations. When we begin every interaction with the knowledge that all things work to our highest good, we create a space where we can choose to look at our life situations from a higher vantage point.

When you can calmly turn and face your challenges with an open heart (in spite of the clamoring voice of ego), your loving intention will shine the light of consciousness. Answers may be obvious or subtle, but you will have the ability to sort through myriad possibilities in order to select the one that best facilitates your growth.

You are absolutely capable of handling whatever the present moment has to offer… and beauty awaits.

A gift lies within every challenge.

Things are often quite different than they appear. An obstacle turns your life into a new and vibrant direction. A broken heart sends you on a journey of self-discovery. Rejection from those who you feel should support you allows you to tap into inner strength, self-reliance and a solid knowledge of your own abilities.These situations are gifts from the Divine and those who seek the gift, find it. Those who choose to blame or remain stuck in victimization have the same opportunities. The only difference between the two experiences is one\’s attitude and the willingness to move forward in spite of the challenges that present themselves.

Suffering is the result of insisting that something be other than it is. Don\’t fear discomfort – use it! Know that your life can be transformed and that you hold the key.

Don\’t wait for your life to be \”right\” before you choose to feel good about it.

The paradoxes of life transform every moment into infinite possibilities. No matter what you choose to feel or what you choose to experience, you can create it from what is offered to you.Enlightenment is a cleansing of preconceived beliefs and hard-won wisdom. It frees us to walk free of limitation and fully engaged in life itself. It reminds us that no matter how far we have come, much more awaits discovery.

True happiness is not attached to anything specific. It is the natural state of being and always accessible. No matter what unfolds in your experience, the quiet joy of being resides. When we slow down and pay attention, we discover the beauty and delights that are all around us.

Gratitude is a powerful state of mind. It shifts realities, creates a space for new perceptions and opens us to infinite possibilities through acceptance and surrender to the present moment.

There is nothing more beautiful than someone who shines from within…

That\’s right! I deeply love and accept myself just the way I am

Everyone who has manifested you into their life, has done so because of the unique light and energy that you possess. When you can be yourself, love yourself and occasionally laugh at yourself, you are providing them with the perfect experience.

It\’s that lightness of non-expectation that is so appealing. When you first meet someone, the attraction begins because you are simply being you. When we load ourselves up with the weight of expectation, fear and desire, that beautiful, original and carefree spirit gets buried underneath layers of thought.

Love yourself. Reward yourself with thoughts of praise. Know that others respect you and appreciate all that you do. With our loving attitudes, we help to create a world where it is safe to love one another.
Today, my intention is to good to come to me from everywhere and everyone.

Allow the light of consciousness to shine through you.

That\’s right! I am willing to walk my talk and speak my truth with integrity

It\’s important for each of us to face our own shadows. There are seven different attributes that we select from to facilitate our growth. These are what the ego utilizes to target core fears or insecurities. They are: arrogance, self-deprecation, impatience, martyrdom, greed, self-destruction and stubbornness. No matter what energy repeats in your experience, it\’s important to recognize the beauty that lies within it. On the path of awakening, it\’s important to remember that everything shifts into a positive expression when we raise our consciousness.

• Arrogance – vanity transforms into pride
• Self-deprecation – abasement transforms into humility
• Impatience – intolerance transforms into daring
• Martyrdom – victimization transforms into selflessness
• Greed – voracity transforms into an appetite for life
• Self-destruction – thoughts of suicide transform into sacrifice
• Stubbornness – obstinacy transforms into a healthy life-affirming determination

Strong emotional reactions to a person or situation reflect that there is still something within us that requires healing. Pay attention to your state of consciousness. How often do you feel triggered? How quickly can you move back into balance?

Everything works for the highest good of all involved. With each step toward enlightenment, the love that shines through you benefits all those with whom you come in contact. Light transforms the darkness.

Actions speak louder than words.

That\’s right! When I live authentically, miracles unfold in my life 

The ego loves to seek recognition. This may take the form of name dropping, boasting, speaking in a manner that underscores the listeners lack of knowledge or ensuring that everyone knows about supposed altruistic good deeds or accomplishments. When the ego desires to share an accomplishment for the purpose of feeling fulfilled, simply choose to remain silent. This will shift you into empowerment and greater awareness.Authentic people are quieter. The essence of their soul\’s work comes through in their consistent peaceful attitude. Kindness is their natural response and they do not seek  or need recognition from others in order to know their own value.

Let your life sing the melody of the Divine. Live your passion, follow your bliss and be a light to those who are still finding their way out of the darkness. That may be your purpose. If one life is changed in a positive and life-affirming way because of an interaction with you, you have left the world a better place… and there is no greater joy than that.