There are many ways that we tie ourselves to safe routines and block spontaneity from entering our experience. Life is a mystery to be lived and traveling through uncharted waters can teach us wondrous and amazing things.

Notice when you fall into old patterns of behavior. Whether productive or destructive, they are still patterns that you have already perfected. It’s time to discover new aspects of your personality that are ready to shine.

In every situation you have a choice – you can resist or accept, remain stagnant or grow, take a risk or play it safe. Be courageous enough to explore and discover your potential. It’s true that nothing is guaranteed… We live in a free will Universe and the beauty of it all is that we are in a constant process of creation, communion and Oneness. Love is based in freedom, not expectation or need. The movement toward joy will always lead you in the right direction.

Today my intention is to recognize that every moment provides me an opportunity to become more of who I am.

It can be difficult to see the perfection which is inherent within all situations while you are still immersed within them. However, if you choose to operate from this premise and hold the energy of Willingness, the movement towards understanding becomes quicker as you progress along the Path of Transformation.

Divine Love is always in control. Humankind has built up layers of false belief, emotional and psychological triggers and judgments that need to be cleared. We first work on clearing our own energetic field through personal experience. From there, we tackle more collective issues – male/female, ancestral, cultural, global and planetary. As your vision expands into the concept of Oneness, this natural progression of healing occurs on multiple levels.

Never underestimate the value of the spiritual work you are doing. Even when things seem stagnant or you feel that you struggle within a limiting pattern of expression, the breakthrough of understanding can happen in any moment. One day, clarity ensures and an “aha” moment can clear away years of old energy.

We are all in the process of change. Anyone can shift at any moment, and the most loving thing that one can do is to create a space in which transformation can occur. This is done through taking personal responsibility, releasing blame, finding your own integrity and holding the space of love for those with whom we come in contact.

Open your consciousness to the expansion of life. There is plenty of room to grow and change, and regardless of how it looks, we are all doing the same work.

Today my intention is to be grateful for all that has brought me here, Now.

How do you replenish your spirit? As energetic, spiritual beings, we process incredible amounts of energy and information every day. Some gets absorbed into your personal energetic field, some accumulates in the home or work space or is stored in the subconscious mind. It goes without saying that one can quickly become overwhelmed and it’s vitally important to have the tools which will realign your balance.

It’s empowering to know the things that can quickly realign you and a demonstration of love to take the time to nurture yourself. The ego, as your teacher, will often plant the idea that putting yourself first is selfish. People have a tendency to give and give until they are depleted – and all in the name of love. And yet, in that depleted state, we become impatient, frustrated, sick or drained and events typically force us to rest until we are once again ready to move forward.

The most loving thing that you can do is take time throughout the day to tend to your own energetic balance. Take frequent pauses to breathe and draw your attention to the present moment. Purposefully step away from your work or interactions and take a walk outside. Quiet the mind and move the body. Listen to music that soothes or uplifts. Visit places that realign your energy or hug a tree. Speaking with members of your soul’s support group can also bring you into balance, as can energy work, body work, meditation or taking a shower with the conscious intent of cleansing yourself on all levels – mind, body and spirit.

No matter how you choose to replenish your spirit, you’ll feel the effects immediately. Periodically take stock of yourself. The more quickly you notice the imbalance, the easier it will be to correct its effect within your energetic field. Mindfulness and awareness are powerful healers.

Today my intention is to listen to the voices of nature… to recharge, realign and draw upon the power of the mountains who serve to remind me that there is enough time for anything.

Spiritual maturity allows the freedom of unlimited movement. One is no longer controlled by external events but by an inner stillness which offers a sense of peace and connection. This moment carries a gift – consider the energetic base you are creating and realize that the joy you feel is merely another aspect of your growth. Each of us walks the Path of Transformation, and no matter where you are on your journey, the light of love is leading you onward.

Find the reflection of yourself in all the beauty that you witness… The Divine sparkles in the morning dew. It vibrates within every sound you hear and resides in the core of your being. Find the infinite within nature, art, inventions, exploration and dance. Experience the feeling of wonder itself in communion with all that surrounds you.

When we recognize that we are One, how can we harm another or the world around us? How can we harm ourselves? Life has many secrets to share when we become willing to listen. This is the opportunity to expand your perception and hear the voice of the Divine which is calling you home… and how beautiful is the discovery that home is already within you?

Give up the illusion of control by allowing spontaneity, openness and vulnerability into your experience. Pay attention to the messages of your body – stress indicates that you are forcing something, while ease and joy are your true birthright.

Today my intention is to accept myself completely and create peace and love in my heart.

When you wish to manifest positive changes in your life, it’s important to ensure that your thoughts, words and actions are in alignment with your end goal. It can be debilitating to work hard to create transformation and then hear yourself saying things like, “…but it probably won’t work…”

Visualization should take no more than 4-5 minutes a day. It’s important to remain conscious and present in the Now and excessive daydreaming about a possible future is ego-based. A powerful way to shift your energy into high gear is to state your intention, focus on the end result for a few minutes, feel the emotions associated with joy and empowerment and then take action.

This sets the wheels in motion. The Divine will greet you with surprises, chance encounters and help along the way. Worrying about the “hows” or “shoulds” has no place in manifestation. Know that you can create a life that is filled with happiness and fulfillment because you are a child of light in an abundant, infinite Universe. Change begins by choosing to be happy in the present moment while taking one conscious step forward in the direction of your dreams.

Gratitude opens your energy to receive more things for which you can be grateful. It is the high frequency component of an empowered life.

Today my intention is to celebrate the journey.

As we change, the world around us is transformed. Each and every thought, word and act sends energy outward affecting things both near and far. It might be difficult to see how relationship drama has an affect around the world; however, our beliefs are consistently presented to us in different forms. Any inner conflict is played out in interpersonal relationships, we attract those who are working through similar lessons, and ultimately, the inner conflict of a nation is witnessed through it’s interactions with other nations.

This simple evidence of projection and the various filters through which we experience life provides insight into the transformation in which we are collectively involved.

Focus now more on allowing, flowing, surrendering and participating with the flow of events rather than the limiting culture of forcing, struggle and protection and fear.

No matter what you wish to create in your life, begin by cultivating it within yourself. Gratitude in the present moment creates more and more things for which to be grateful. If your thoughts, beliefs and emotional patterns do not support the joy you desire on the Path of Transformation you can shift the energy through chanting, music or movement. Dance in communion with the Divine and feel the love available to you in the present moment.

As your vibration increases you may find yourself breaking out of a rut, dropping old ways of being and beginning new aspects of your journey. You don’t have to make dramatic changes to have dramatic effect – choosing to smile more, to be gentler with yourself and others is a great place to start.

Remember, we are all affecting the world every moment, whether we mean to or not. Our actions and states of mind matter, because we’re so deeply interconnected with one another. Working on our own consciousness is the most important thing that we are doing at any moment and being love is the supreme creative act.          ~ Ram Dass

Today my intention is to be the change I wish to see in the world.

Every thought, word and action sends ripples of energy across the Universe which returns to us in miraculous and unexpected ways. Our ability to understand the perfection within the nuances of life is limited at best; therefore, never underestimate the value of sharing your gifts and unique perception. Realize that life is rarely as serious as our minds would like us to believe… as we learn this, we find more opportunities to play.

Something wonderful awaits. It’s up to you to welcome it with open arms and joyful innocence. You can release the burdens of your heart. In the presence of infinite love, limitless possibility and Divine grace, it’s impossible to be weighed down by fear.

Look beyond the external form to the eternal truth within you. The rising sun of awareness shines through and opens up new dimensions of stillness. In that space of awakening, we find that we can drop judgment, limiting patterns and the illusions which trap us in the mind and move ever more deeply into the truth of who we truly are.

Today my intention is to act with integrity, do my best and accept what is knowing that the best is yet to come.

A world of possibility is open to you. As a spiritual being who longed for the human experience, you are now in the process of discovering that limitation can be released. There is no need to fight when you can simply rise above the blockages created by the mind into the realm of infinite possibility. The more loving you are to yourself, the easier it is to interact with others. It’s time to celebrate the wonders of your life.

This moment is all there is. The transformation that is happening within you opens dimensions of energy in which to play. All the events of your life are meant to bring you more clarity, awaken your divinity and allow your consciousness to expand in new directions. There is nothing more important than your state of consciousness in this moment – what are you choosing to experience?

Freedom is found when we release all judgment and attachment; therefore, learn to accept whatever unfolds in the Now as a blessing. In every moment, we are learning, sharing, healing, celebrating, releasing and becoming more aware of our true connection to the Divine. We are spiritual beings who chose to have a human experience in order to discover the infinite nature of love.

Today my intention is to remember that every moment is a new beginning filled with limitless possibility. I am not defined by past experiences or perceptions and, knowing this, I consciously take one joyful step forward.

Life was meant to be an adventure, a thrill ride of discovery. We utilize karmic contracts to teach us Oneness through the perception of separation and ultimately, each of us arranges the lessons we want to explore in each lifetime. Karma is often misunderstood, seen as good or bad or even reparation for negative choices; however, love lies at the core of every interaction, regardless of how it appears.

Ask your higher guidance for the message that you need to hear most right now. Whether through prayer, gratitude, mediation or stillness, the first thought that comes to mind is the one that needs to be explored. The beliefs that you hold most dear must be open to that exploration as well, changing as you evolve and raise your vibrational frequency and perception. Every moment contains layers of information that will make itself known to you when you are ready to receive.

Be aware that what you do not want to change is likely the thing that you need to change the most. Resistance is only an indicator that you are getting close to the inspiration and breakthrough that awaits you. Never stop seeking to live life with passion and grace for the more balance you create in your inner experience, the more you’ll find it reflected back to you from the world of form.

Today my intention is to take full responsibility for every aspect of my life.

Within the role that you chose to play in this lifetime resides a being of infinite light, love and laughter. Your divine birthright is to awaken to the beauty of who you truly are and share that light with the world. As you access this inner grace, your creative abilities rise to new levels. Your vibration increases and your words and intentions become more powerful. With wisdom and creativity, it’s time to fill all your desires, projects and relationships with this divine beauty.

As your soul begins to grow spiritually, inspiration infuses each and every area of your life. Drama seems tiring and unimportant, the voice of ego merely background noise, and you recognize the present moment for the miracle it is. You have an opportunity to be an active healing force in the world. The way to create balance in your life is to ensure that every thought, word and action is aligned with the truth of who you are. Trust in the process of your awakening and allow your heart to be inspired by compassion.

Sometimes the ego will plant doubts and fear about your abilities, worthiness or mission on this planet. Now is the time to recognize the beauty of your soul, release those things which do not serve your joy and allow the light of your true nature to shine through. The act of taking one conscious step forward will move you forward through the fog created by the mind into the clarity of truth and wisdom.

Today my intention is to create a space in which transformation can occur. I am willing to accept a miracle.