Walk Gently

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 “The most courageous thing we will ever do is to bear humbly the mystery of our own reality.”  
~Richard Rohr~

Your journey of consciousness can help you to reconnect with the healing energy of mother earth. There are minor chakras located on the soles of the feet. Each morning, visualize them opening to receive grace, direction, support and balance as you go about your day. As a child of light, know that you are loved, guided and protected each and every step of the way.

Experiences awaken our ability to discover the multi-layered facets of existence. Each is a stepping stone to be utilized while creating a joyful, empowered life. The expansion of awareness begins with gratitude and gentleness. All that you see is a spark of the Divine expressing itself in physical form. Recognizing and honoring the sacredness of all life awakens the sacredness within you.

Conscious spiritual practice is to bring a sense of peace and inner purpose to your daily journey as best as you can, from where you are with what you have. As we awaken, we naturally cultivate more tools and a greater ability to navigate through the challenges and beauty we encounter.

Choose Happiness

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 “In the infinity of life where I am, all is perfect, whole and complete. I am always Divinely protected and guided. It is safe for me to look within myself. It is safe for me to enlarge my viewpoint of life. I am far more than my personality – past, present or future. I now choose to rise above my personality problems to recognize the magnificence of my being. I am totally willing to learn to love myself. All is well in my world.”  
~Louise Hay~

Happiness is a choice. So is misery.

Each of us is responsible for our own joy; therefore, change begins with consciously changing our thoughts – choosing happiness again and again until it becomes our natural response to daily events. All transformation begins within.

Life will provide ample opportunities to practice acceptance, forgiveness and compassion. The process of growth is both deeply personal and collective. Your unique journey is one of learning mastery and those who grace your life play the roles required for your awakening.

When you choose thoughts that create empowerment and peacefulness, nothing has the power to take your happiness away. Even in the midst of tremendous challenge, there will be a groundedness of spirit that is unshakable.

Mastery is choosing to respond to life rather than being reactive to it. Observe your thoughts. Make choices that support your joy and share your light whenever possible. It is always possible.

Be in the world, but not of it

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“Our distress which seems like a very real barrier, is just an artificial prop, which we use to create the story of ‘me’.” 
~Ezra Bayda~ 

Make a commitment to yourself to be a source of peace and compassion. It’s interesting to watch our collective exploration into the dark tunnels of ego and opinion. With every interaction, purchase, news story or rumor, many feel the need to participate in voicing their perception, ultimately seeking others who will validate their point of view.

Clashing viewpoints lead to escalation when those involved insist that their interpretation is accurate. Throughout combative interactions, the ego generates negative energy to feed upon until the personality is taken over by the pain-body. All conflict in the world is the result of individual unconsciousness that becomes collective.

Spiritual seekers must guard against getting pulled into situations that lower their vibration. Only share your viewpoint when it can be expressed without judgment or blame and you have absolutely no attachment to the outcome.

When we interact with love, compassion, detachment and kindness, we have an opportunity to plant seeds that may grow. Your loving presence may create a space in which a transformation can occur.

Soul Awakening

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“The voice of the sea speaks to the soul. The touch of the sea is sensuous, enfolding the body it its soft, close embrace.”
~Kate Chopin~
Spiritual practice is not about finding the perfect way to meditate or how to manifest the ideal mate, career, living situation or health. It’s about bringing a higher awareness to your experience.
Life is filled with contrasts. There is always something new to discover and unfamiliar corners to explore. Everything in your experience plays a part in your soul’s growth. You can spark awareness just as easily at a traffic light as you can upon a mountaintop in Nepal.
Nothing is more important than how you choose to experience the present moment. Practice kindness, patience, acceptance and notice how well you do. There will be times when you miss the mark and others when your light shines in amazing ways. That’s part of the process of awakening.
Live simply. There’s no one special you need to be. In fact, when you see yourself clearly, you’ll discover that you are a multifaceted work of art, expressing exquisite beauty just as you are. Life’s wonder and mystery is a reflection of you. Allow yourself to be amazed.

One With Life

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“My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.”
~Dalai Lama~
When we embrace one another in love, something powerful happens. A synergy awakens and the collective energy expands, bringing an entirely new vibration into being. When you approach a situation, ask “What do I have to offer?” Give of your kindness, time and attention with the selflessness born of a awakened heart. There is no limit to what we can do together.
No matter what you choose to do, be there fully. Experience it with every cell of the body. Immerse yourself within the present moment and allow life to take care of itself. When you bring your awareness into the Now, a sense of Oneness and completion moves throughout your experience as you discover the joy of being.
To awaken is to discover Oneness in a world of difference. The same life-force and energy flows through us all. Imagine how our interactions would change if we focused upon that truth rather than one the various roles we play as part of our human experience.

Limitless Possibility

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“Every moment is a new beginning filled with limitless possibility. You are not defined by past experiences or perceptions and, knowing this, you can consciously take one joyful step forward.”
~Krystina Morgainne~

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.

This is the Moment of Transformation

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“Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.”
~George Bernard Shaw~
Contrast helps us to create change in our experience. It’s important to recognize the value of accepting things that we traditionally avoid. Lack can bring greater abundance. Illness can prompt us into healthier choices. Hatred teaches the power of love. The nuances of life can only be seen and appreciated through acceptance; therefore, acceptance is the key component to conscious transformation.

No matter what changes you wish to see your experience, recognize that all transformation begins in the mind. The process is this:

Acceptance
Ownership
Intention
Action

Become a loving witness and cultivate the art of living without attachment. Empowerment is possible when we can be objective and make choices that support healthy transformation. Many times this is simply achieved by releasing things that no longer serve you.
Do your choices create a joyful way of living? If not, it’s time to try something new. Embark upon new adventures and let your conscious choices spark a world of unlimited possibility.
From this space of acceptance, awakened consciousness and positive intention, any actions you choose to take will be consistent, inspired and empowered. Be willing to walk new paths and leave old patterns behind. This is the moment of transformation.

Contentment

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“To be a happy person, one has to drop all comparison. Drop all these stupid ideas of being superior or inferior. You are neither superior nor inferior. You are simply yourself! There exists no one like you, no one with whom you can be compared. Then suddenly, you are at home.” 
~Osho~ 
Contentment is a byproduct of being at ease where you are. All those years of self-criticism did not bring happiness. Striving did not bring happiness. Only acceptance sets you free to embrace your journey.
No matter what unfolds in your experience, your consciousness determines how you will interpret and respond. Imagine yourself as empowered, kind, peaceful, open, expressive, creative and joyful. Can you see it? If you can see it, you can create it.
The task may appear daunting to those who are still deeply caught in distress. The way to begin is to observe, take ownership, change what you can and place your attention on the only thing that truly matters – your state of consciousness in this moment.
The ego says, “When my life falls into place, then I will be happy.” However, the converse is true. When you take yourself higher, life will meet you there.

You are the Light

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“The more light you allow within you the brighter the world you live in will be.”
~Shakti Gawain~

The awakened soul sees life differently. One wonderful indicator of personal growth is resistance from those around you. As we change, the world around us is transformed, and often, close family and friends will unknowingly attempt to keep the status quo because they may not be ready for their own changes.

Be patient with those who grace your life. Gentle reminders, detached compassion and love without expectation are new ways to respond to existing repetitive patterns. You make a difference as consistent awakened behavior becomes your new baseline.

Even as the darkest room is completely transformed by the light of a candle, the world around you is transformed by the light you shine upon it. As you grow more in your spiritual practice, you’ll have more resources, more experience and more insight from which to draw.

Your intentions will manifest – often in unforeseen and miraculous ways. In the meantime, choose to live with laughter and joyful expectation. No matter where you have been or what situations have played a part in your awakening, you have the ability to transform your experience. The light of consciousness changes everything.
 

The Joy is in the Journey

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Any gesture of kindness toward yourself, will affect how you experience your world.
~Pema Chodron~

Life, by its very nature, offers no guarantees. Ultimately we walk our Path of Transformation alone – our journey is unique and each of us has our own lessons and destiny. Once you accept this fact, you may be surprised by the beauty in it, by the joy in it. Rejoice in the freedom of your soul’s expression. Seek the adventure which comes from living aligned with your truth.

Observe those to whom you feel drawn. Celebrate the friendships and connections that bring you joy for as long as your paths conjoin. When necessary, send each traveler on their way with gifts and memories knowing that you’ll ultimately arrive at the same destination with incredible stories to share.

With each new cycle, release the things, people and circumstances that no longer serve your growth. Put down your burdens and take only what is needed for a safe and joyful journey. All the experiences, mistakes, adventures and successes of your past have given you plenty of wisdom to draw upon when needed. Remember that the thoughts, words and actions of today set the stage for your experiences tomorrow.

Sometimes new places, experiences or exploring the unknown can create anxiety within the personality. Recognize how far you have come, believe in the wisdom of your soul and honor your path by walking it consciously. There are infinite joys waiting to be discovered.