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Month: May 2019

  • Cosmic humor

    Learn to laugh at yourself and you will never cease to be amused…

    \”The blessed fool is the greatest possibility of understanding  because the blessed fool has come to know that knowledge is futile. His mind is no longer cluttered with junk; his mind is no longer cluttered with borrowed knowledge. He is simply aware. He is a flame of awareness.\”    
    ~Osho~ 
    See if you can take yourself a little less seriously. Become a loving witness to all that unfolds and release attachment each time you notice it making an appearance. When you can move through your experiences with awareness, greater possibilities become available to you.

    The ego gets highly offended when lightheartedness is suggested. It demands to be seen as important – more important than joy, forgiveness or awakening – and will hold on to whatever story will keep itself active in your experience. Laughter can help you to break through this energy.

    This is why naming the ego can be a helpful tool. I call my ego \’Moe\” because he is stupid like a stooge. Then, when unhelpful thoughts run amok, I can say, \”Moe is frustrated!\” or \”Look, Moe\’s in fear mode!\” Calling out the ego and speaking about it as a separate entity reminds us that we are not the ego. It pulls us into the role of observer and usually, we will find its antics ridiculous and amusing.

    The ego is too serious and perhaps laughter too light; however, in that pendulum swing of emotion lies the blend of truth. You are more than your mind.  This moment is your teacher. And most importantly, your willingness to observe yourself with love paves the way for transformation.

  • Intuition

    Intuition is like a muscle. The more you use it, the stronger it becomes.

    \”We unnecessarily go on seeking advice from the outside when existence is ready to speak to us from the innermost core of our being. It is already there but we never listen to that still, small voice.\”    
    ~Osho~ 

    In a world filled with overwhelming sensations and distractions, the ego-mind has cultivated a collective script that results in continued conflict and dysfunction. As we awaken, we begin to break free from the overwhelming cacophony to once again enter the stillness of being.

    In that space of stillness, we can access our inner wisdom. Rather than being reactive, we are able to consciously respond to life from a higher level of consciousness. Our ability to slow down and go within creates a secure foundation which supports our journey of awakening.

    Strengthen the intuitive aspect of your experience by trusting your instincts. When the voice of ego begins its repetitive mantra of fearful \”what ifs?\” simply recognize it, observe it and slow down. Ask how you can bring light, kindness or compassion to the situation. Most often you\’ll discover that the voice of your heart directs you to do the exact opposite of what the ego insists is the right course of action. Acting on your instincts builds a pathway of energy that grows stronger over time.

    The great miracle of awareness is that it transforms the mundane into the sacred. There is much more to life than meets the eye.

  • Know thyself

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    Act with integrity, do your best, accept what is.

    \”Stop playing it safe by trying to avoid adversity. Act from the heart and let circumstances unfold as they will.\”    
    ~Ezra Bayda~ 
    You have something unique to offer the world. As you rise above fear, your choices will reflect your passion, joy and kindness. The divine seeks to express itself through you; therefore, your creative energy will open doors of opportunity and understanding.

    By being your authentic self, you create a space where others can also discover their authenticity. Imagine a life experience that is constantly evolving and expanding. This is our birthright. We are here to help one another on the journey of awakening, and this is most easily done through compassion and acceptance.

    Learn how to surrender to what is. Significant changes often enter our experience quietly, perhaps as an idea that is ready to take form. By being present, we can hear these messages of the heart and trust that love is ready to work through us in miraculous ways.

  • Infinite ways to grow

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    This moment is filled with infinite possibility.

    \”What happens when we slow down and pay attention? Everything! innumerable delights are right at hand.\”    
    ~Ezra Bayda~ 
    No matter how far we have already come, no matter how much we have learned, remember that we have barely scratched the surface of what is possible. The ways to interact with one another are limitless and there is always something new to discover.

    Rather than coasting on auto pilot, simply practice bringing unshakable balance and conscious attention to all that you experience. From this grounded space of awareness, you\’ll feel safe in your interactions. When we choose to see everyone with whom we interact as a teacher, our experiences take on a deeper, more profound meaning.

    So, as you begin your day, utilize stillness and gratitude to create a clear space. The clarity of your gentle awareness can illuminate the world. There is a hidden harmony to life, a delicate dance of light and dark. We are integral parts of this beautiful process of awakening.

  • Transformative right action

    It\’s time to put down all that doesn\’t serve you.

    \”We cling to our beliefs, even when we know they cause us suffering. We maintain our illusions, even when they make us miserable. We know this, but we refuse to act on it.\”    
    ~Ezra Bayda~ 

    There is no need to struggle. As you move to higher levels of consciousness, you\’ll naturally learn to find the flow of life and move into it rather than fight against it. The human tendency is to create stress. Anxiety, tension, fear and worry are so commonplace that many have come to believe that dysfunctional states are natural and unavoidable.

    The process of awakening is not about change. It is the incremental release of everything that weighs us down. Layer by layer we let go of old patterns, beliefs, conditioning, expectations, resentments and ego-created stories until there is nothing left. In that space of no-thingness, we learn to love and experience things as they are. We become the space in which transformation occurs.

    Imagine how much energy you\’d have to utilize in the present moment if you were completely clear of unnecessary baggage. The gifts of transformation are already within you, waiting to be discovered. Enlightenment is a process rather than a destination.

  • Thrive, participate, awaken

    You bring something beautiful to the world that will never be seen again.

    \”My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.\”    
    ~Maya Angelou~ 

    When you are able to share your gifts with the world, something amazing happens. People respond to your authenticity. They seek to interact because your energy uplifts them and together, you become part of the dance of awakening.

    In every moment we have a choice: to participate or to be the observer. Participation allows you to discover the various nuances of life in a way that observation cannot. Taste, see, touch, feel, hear. Immerse yourself in the beautiful experience of rising consciousness. Your loving energy is an integral aspect to our collective awakening.

    There will be moments when you choose to rest in the stillness of infinite possibility. These pauses are also necessary and help to keep you balanced. Peacefulness, when combined with a sense of adventure and humor, provides the foundation for your spirit to thrive throughout your human experience.

  • Detachment

    Enjoy the experience of being a physical being.

    \”True detachment isn’t separation from life but the absolute freedom within your mind to explore living.\”    
    ~Ron. W. Rathbun~ 

    Detachment is worlds away from apathy. It allows us to explore friendships, experience the joy of work, study new belief systems, learn from other cultures, feel the thrill of a roller coaster, enjoy great food and music or be one with nature.

    Sometimes in the midst of our practice, we often create stress by resisting the changes that life brings. Instead of a free-flow of experience, we attach to certain ideas of how life is supposed to unfold and lose the joy of adventure.

    Everything ebbs and flows. Happiness within the human experience comes from releasing our attachment to things, people, goals or desires. As we learn to allow the present moment to unfold without resistance, we come to discover that life does not have to be a struggle.

    There is nothing wrong with having preferences; however, do not choose to suffer when things don\’t unfold in the way you expect. Instead, seek only the fullness of experience. Continue to expand your outlook as a spiritual explorer. There is always something new to discover.

  • Life responds

    You are more powerful than you realize.

    \”The big question is whether you\’re going to be able to say a hearty yet to your adventure.\”    
    ~Joseph Campbell~ 

    Empowerment means that we take full responsibility for how our life experience unfolds. Even seemingly random events or coincidences have their beginnings in the workings of the subconscious. We constantly see our most deeply held beliefs played out in the world of form.

    Pay attention to the repetitive occurrences that have plagued your life. They are a great way to witness yourself breaking free from old ways of being. As you awaken, you\’ll see a reflection of higher levels of consciousness in your experiences until you notice, finally, that the old pattern dissolves.

    Create a space in which a transformation can occur. Rather than reacting in the same old manner, decide to be a pioneer of spirit. Focus your thoughts and intention, drop the need for conflict and joyfully watch as the energy you send out into the world returns in amazing ways.

  • Be still

    You are the stillness in which life happens.

    \”One of the most powerful tools for awakening truth in the midst of your chaotic daily life is to take frequent pauses. Simply stop for a moment and feel what your life is right now. Right now: stop reading and simply experience what this moment feels like.\”   
    ~Ezra Bayda~ 

    In the stillness we can begin to sense the infinite. As a spiritual seeker, it\’s important to learn how to quiet the mind. In this space, the quiet truth of your inner wisdom can make itself known.

    The mind seeks to create a constant flow of thoughts, ideas and opinions. It fears the silence and fills that space with meaningless garble as a distraction. You are much more than your thoughts. You are a spark of the Divine which desires only to awaken to its infinite nature through the momentary illusion of human experience. As you learn to rise above thought, you will discover a lightheartedness and freedom that is astounding.

    Enlightenment is learning to reside in the present moment as it is. Be still and listen to the wisdom of your soul.

  • Transforming consciousness

    Be the love you wish to see in the world.

    \”The modalities of awakened doing are acceptance, enjoyment or enthusiasm. each one represents a certain vibrational frequency of consciousness. You need to be vigilant to make sure that one of them operates whenever you are engaged in doing anything at all – from the most simple task to the most complex. If you are not in the state of either acceptance, enjoyment or enthusiasm, look closely and you rill find that you are creating suffering your yourself and others.\”   
    ~Eckhart Tolle~ 
    The only thing over which you have control is your own state of consciousness. Each of us, as awakening masters, must learn to bring a higher state of awareness into our life experience. With each conscious choice, we begin to break free from old patterns of conditioning.

    There are countless people on the planet who are operating from this new level of awareness. Each of us creates a wave of energy that goes out into the universe. What we send out will return; therefore, it\’s important to choose wisely.

    Your state of consciousness determines how you interpret life, interact with others or respond to challenges. Higher frequencies such as acceptance, neutrality, willingness and love create a flow that brings ease and grace to your experience. Lower frequencies such as fear, anger, shame or pride will trigger others\’ low frequencies, thus, compounding the unconsciousness and adding layers of \’problems\’ to address.

    You have chosen to be here Now for a specific purpose. Be led by the light of your heart, knowing that your presence impacts those around you. Utilize self-awareness as you explore this marvelous world and be open. The foundation of an awakened life experience begins within you.