Unconditional love – for oneself and for others – once discovered, is something that no one can take from you. How empowering it is to find a way to love even those in your experience who may have caused harm! Great freedom awaits those who seek this high level of consciousness.

You are always in control of how you respond to life. Your will is capable of directing your thoughts, emotions and actions. You are responsible for your responses and reactions to people, experiences and events.

To take responsibility for one’s own joy is to simply respond appropriately to the present moment. This may prompt you to persevere or move into acceptance in a given situation. As long as you act from inner integrity and faith, you create a space in which a transformation can occur.

On occasion, I hear people lament that life was easier before they embarked upon the path of awakening. It seems that once things are seen from a different viewpoint, that one cannot simply go back to sleep. The ego tries to plant a seed of dissatisfaction with the process and promotes the belief that raising one’s consciousness is hard work.

In truth, the higher your consciousness, the simpler things become. When you begin from a space of willingness, allowing the Divine to direct the flow of life rather than fighting against what is, you open yourself to the miraculous. Taking responsibility for one’s own state of consciousness is empowerment – the only thing over which we have any control is how we choose to experience the Now.

Consciousness (mindfulness) is something that must constantly be put into practice. It goes beyond workshops and reading books and becomes stronger only through practical application. It’s time for you to experience life’s magic by changing the rules you’ve always lived by and discovering the highest potential of yourself.

Opening to another calls upon us to be vulnerable, authentic, peaceful, accepting, empathetic and willing to explore our own emotional wounds and limiting beliefs.

The root cause of problems in all relationships is the fact that we desire someone to be a certain way. Whether engaging with lovers, friends, family members or those with whom we work, it’s important to remember that while we might prefer them to be a particular way, it is our misguided requirement that they be this way that actually stops real love from flowing. Give up your requirements and live in acceptance – this is how two souls connect without any barriers in between.

Love is the true nature of your being. Relationships often bring out the most unhealed and painful aspects of our life and that is why they motivate us to awaken. Each soul in your life is playing a unique role in your soul’s development. Bless them by working on yourself.

The willingness to be grateful is the gateway to higher levels of consciousness. When one is open to the premise that there is a purpose to life’s challenges, that wisdom is a gift and all situations add to the growth of all involved, it implies that resistance has been overcome.

This allows us to fully participate in life. Fear dissipates and the spiritual seeker becomes a conduit for love and kindness. Gratitude allows us to learn from our experiences in a way that contributes to the awakening consciousness of the planet.

Without resistance, less effort is required to function in the world. Enjoyment, motivation and supportive energy creates a win-win flow of experience for all involved.

Be willing to say “thank you” for whatever unfolds today. Observe when this is easy and when it takes effort and notice what flows through your experiences as a result. Simply put, your gratitude creates an positive attitude toward the process of learning itself and allows you to live in harmony with life.

Pay attention to what you are creating in your experience this moment. Self-observation is simply noticing what is occurring, our behaviors and triggers, what we think and how we act without judgement. The light of awareness has the power to transform every situation.

When we see ourselves objectively, we begin to see through the layers of false beliefs and old wounds that have silently been running our lives. There is nothing more important than your state of consciousness.

And so, we focus on the Now – this observation, this response, this breath and seek to bring the best version of ourselves to the present moment.

You are right where you need to be. This moment, and the inspiration, insight, joys and challenges it contains, has been woven from the tapestry of our collective experience. As the various facets of your unique reflection of it begin to shine, love yourself enough to explore the possibilities around you.

Simply begin from where you are with what you have. The momentum will open doors of opportunity and draw in whatever is required for your souls growth. You have the ability to choose how you wish to experience this moment and can walk forward with the knowledge that you are Divinely guided and inspired.

As you do your part, life will rise up to greet you – often in surprising and magical ways.

Awakened souls view the world from a higher perspective. They seek to reside in a space of love rather than fear and base their choices accordingly. Be proud to stand alone and discover empowerment through your unique and authentic approach to life.