Everything and everyone in your life has played a specific role in your development.

One of the most beautiful things about aging is the gift of hindsight. Through clear-sighted examination of our life’s journey, we can come to understand the beauty of each person and event that has sparked our awareness. The challenges that once seemed so insurmountable can now be viewed with detachment and grace as we see the value and purpose they have added to our experience.

The threads of coincidence that bind us together have been lifetimes in the making. For years I kept a journal, cataloging simple yet profound things that seemed meaningful at the time. So-and-so suggested a book, which led to another book, which led to meeting a specific person, etc. And while those people no longer grace my life, I’ve come to realize the purposeful gifts that came from these encounters.

Honor the sacredness of your path. Nothing was a waste of time. There are no mistakes. All that you have experienced has brought you here, Now… and you are right where you need to be. Your awakening plays its own part in the unfolding consciousness of those around you. You are a gift.

Shine the light of your consciousness on all that you see.

Live in such a way that you are constantly amazed. This openness will naturally cause you to experience the world with expansiveness, innate peacefulness and laughter. As Rumi once said, “Love is the bridge between you and everything.”

Seek to be a conscious expression of love today. Infuse your work, passion, play and spirituality with kindness and compassion and you will discover the deepest truth of who you are. Your soul will rise above and shine through the illusion.

We are engaged in a dance of form. Enjoy it! Spiritual awakening is a conscious blend of the mundane and the mystical, dark and light, intensity and peace. The contrasts we experience teach us the true nature of balance. There is always something new to discover.

Sometimes we have to be who we aren’t in order to discover who we are.

Everyone faces their own dark night of the soul as part of the quest to awaken. These moments can create feelings of loss and confusion; however, they are a necessary aspect of transformation. The ego will often play a script that says, “If only this person knew [what I’ve seen, been through, done], they’d see me differently.” And thus, we see ourselves as separate from one another because of our perceived deficiencies.

All you experience is part of a loving conversation between you and the Divine.

When life gets overwhelming and you need to recharge, visiting a lake can connect you with the divine feminine and bring nourishment to mind, body and spirit. Water typically symbolizes aspects of healing and mystery, and specifically, lakes awaken creative expression.

If the distance is too great for a physical trip, utilize sound, visualization and meditation to take yourself there. Engages life’s magic. Whether you can see it or not, there is a world of infinite possibility just waiting to amplify your joy, playfulness and positive intention.

You have the power to create your own reality. Observe, listen, receive… messages abound and love rains down upon you from all dimensions.

In stillness, we are transformed.

Awareness is the first phase of transformation.

Observe yourself without judgment. Beyond preferences, stories of the past, future aspirations and limiting beliefs lies a field of awareness. You are far greater than the role you play in this life.

Should you notice something that you would like to heal or release, begin by simply seeing yourself clearly. Without criticism, express gratitude for the lesson the energy has brought into your experience. You may say something like, “Even though I may not be completely aware of its purpose in my growth, I am grateful for ____. Thank you for the role you have played in my development. I release you with love.”

The technique of using awareness, gratitude and love creates space for a transformation to occur. It turns emotional and spiritual healing from a human, ego-based struggle into a conscious, loving process. When your precious energy is no longer tied up in perceptions that reinforce limitation or lack, all that remains is an infinite field of pure potential.

Seek the gift within the challenge.

You have many gifts to offer.

“True happiness has no cause. it is the natural state of our being, when unobstructed.”  

~Ezra Bayda~   

There is no one in the world like you. Your unique insight, history, passion and talents are meant to be expressed. The journey of your soul can inspire others in ways that you cannot imagine.

In a world of limitless possibility, there is great joy in exploration. New experiences can awaken facets of your spirit that are ready to shine. When we choose to share our gifts with others, we are transformed.

Never stop learning for there is always something new to discover. When we approach life with childlike innocence and wonder, we are able to play in the world of form with an open heart, full of infinite potential.

When we immerse ourselves in the present moment with all that we have, the ego-driven self disappears and, in our presence, we experience the Now fully.

During the intense moments of life such as dealing with the threat of imminent death, getting caught up in the passionate expression of art, falling deeply in love or experiencing a burst of energy that breaks you free from outmoded ways of living, we briefly become free of the ego. All our energy is focused on one thing: the present moment… and this focus becomes a flame that burns away false personality.

Spiritual practice cannot be lukewarm. In order to create distance between the mundane and the sacred, we must be willing to immerse ourselves in whatever is prompting an awaking of the soul.

Give with totality, hold nothing back. Honor the sacredness of your life by being fully present. This is the liberating beauty of a sunset that temporarily holds you in awe, the power of music that commands you to stop, listen and feel, the art that captivates. Notice these moments when they arrive. Observe what awakens within you.