You have the capacity to transform any situation.

That’s right! Every moment provides an opportunity to discover new aspects of myself

See life as possibility. Instead of expecting a particular outcome, open to each moment with acceptance and an authentic belief in your inner strength. Our experience of the world is a reflection of our thoughts and beliefs; therefore, see how you can consciously interact with the present moment without self-imposed restrictions.

What do you wish to create in your life? Do your words and actions support your goals or do they keep you trapped in limitation? No matter what you discover, this is the moment of transformation. As you approach your life situation with clarity and courage, subtle shifts immediately begin to occur. You may notice that conversations flow better, coincidences start to unfold and you are able to see multiple possibilities that are available for you. All these positive shifts are a response to your passion and optimism.

Accept the gift of joy. Share kindness. Live in gratitude… and be willing to accept a miracle.

Discovering the limitless facets of connection is what makes being human such a glorious experience.

That’s right! I am willing to love unconditionally

Love brings a spectrum of emotion – joy, anticipation, excitement, compassion and everything in between. As divine, infinite beings, we chose the human experience specifically to learn how to open our hearts to one another.

First and foremost, let your love be a passionate love of life itself. Fall deeply in love with each incredible new day. Allow yourself to feel pain whenever it arises, for it is heart-felt compassion that teaches us the art of connection. It creates movement, sparks new ideas and creates the space in which a transformation can occur.

Seek to create your own melody. You can allow your heart to sing through the depths of your emotions and feel the healing energy flow outward throughout the Universe.

Beauty shines from within.

That’s right! I deeply and completely love and accept myself just the way I am

Those who have drawn you into their lives seek only to experience your unique energy. Though it may seem that others attempt to change you, their true purpose is to make you aware of your strength and passion.

Honor all paths as sacred. Choose to see the beauty in others and take the time to listen. The grace that waits to be discovered within our experiences is dependent upon our ability to have authentic interactions.

Your purpose is to awaken, and every moment provides the opportunity to do so. See through the mechanisms of the ego to the divine source of light, love and laughter which resides within.

Energy flows where your attention goes.

That’s right! The love from my heart flows joyously through my body

When you live in balance with your true nature, grace moves throughout your life. The awakened spirit lives the message rather than preaching it, and how we live determines what we attract.

Spiritual awareness allows us to function well in the world while remaining balanced and aligned with the Divine. We draw upon our resources and wisdom to find new ways in which to interact with others. This is the law of attraction in action – whatever you give out returns to you. Everything is energy – love, compassion, money, gifts – and energy is always in motion.

When we give love, we increase our capacity for love. When we share our gifts, we discover new nuances of our abilities… and this is how we teach. Let your life be your message.

Let your dreams expand into new dimensions.

That’s right! I give myself permission to discover the very best in myself

Past achievements, titles, relationships, challenges and experiences have all contributed to the person you are today. When you choose to view your history as a series of stepping stones without being attached to the history, recognition or stories, you will see the purpose each has played in your growth.

Keep moving forward. Embrace who you are now – a master in the process of awakening – and allow joy and passion to lead you onward. Empowerment is taking full responsibility for every aspect of your life.

Likewise, observe those who grace your life. Encourage them to rise a little farther. Help them to recognize the beauty of their journey and all that waits discovery. The greatest gift that you can give another is the space in which a transformation can occur.

Life is filled with potential.

That’s right! I move beyond limited human-mind thinking and align myself with the infinite Divine Mind, where all things are possible

Perceived limitation occurs when we reside in the lower vibrational frequencies such as anger, shame, regret or blame. It’s hard to see additional possibilities when one is blinded by self-judgment and drama.

Take the time to breathe. Create balance often throughout the day using the tools that you have acquired. Since nothing is static, it’s empowering to look at a situation with the realization that there are facets waiting to be explored.

Life will always present the ideal situation for your growth. The spiritual student will look at a challenge and ask themselves what there is to be learned. A master will look at the ease and joys of life asking the very same question…
Today, my intention is to be gentle and kind with myself as I grow and change.

Be a conscious creator.

That’s right! Every change in my life leads me to greater understanding

Our beliefs, thoughts and actions create a flow of energy that shifts everything around us. No matter what you seek, it will be revealed to you. Many people say they want to be happy, but yet they remain caught in thought processes that create suffering somehow thinking that joy will simply come once life straightens itself out.

“Pain is physical, suffering is mental. Suffering is due entirely to clinging or resisting. It is a sign of our unwillingness to move, to flow with life. Although all life has pain, a wise life is free of suffering. A wise person is friendly with the inevitable and does not suffer. Pain they know but it does not break them. If they can, they do what is possible to restore balance. If not, they let things take their course.”
~ Nisargadatta ~

No matter what you wish to manifest on your journey of awakening, you will be provided with the opportunities and the means to create it within you. If you seek to cultivate patience, you will provided with myriad opportunities to be patient – people will slow down around you, you’ll need to wait for an answer you desire or it may feel that nothing is shifting in your world. In these instances, the first reaction may be impatience; however, the soul will begin it’s work (often with the little things) until patience is a strong aspect of your being. At the core of this transformation is joy – the joy that comes from manifesting new and healthy attributes as well as the knowledge that the Universe is conspiring on your behalf, though at times it may have felt like the opposite was happening.

With this in mind, face challenges with gratitude. They have come into your experience to provide you with the growth that you seek… Be patience with the process and with yourself and relax into the present moment with stillness and compassion.
Today, my intention is to easily flow with new experiences and new opportunities.

Joy is a choice.

That’s right! I am free to think wonderful thoughts. I am in control of my own mind.

Unconsciousness can be dispelled in a moment. It’s never too late for understanding and wisdom to emerge. No matter where you are on your journey or how much you may have struggled along the way, you can step into the power of the present moment whenever you are ready.

Freedom and joy are possible in the midst of suffering. And suffering, whether physical, emotional, mental or spiritual, is simply the perception that something is wrong in our experience. Since everything works toward our highest good and every event or lesson is a stepping stone on the pathway of awakening, we can choose to see beyond the physical to the infinite possibilities that await discovery.

Only by courageously turning to face our shadows can we shine the light of consciousness upon them. By facing life with an open heart, we discover freedom.
Today, my intention is to trust the processes of life to bring me my highest good.

Know thyself…

That’s right! Every experience I have leads me to a greater understanding of my soul’s mission

It is possible to release yourself from a life of reaction and frustration to live one of peacefulness and wisdom. We can train ourselves to live mindfully and honor our feelings as they arise. When you have reached a point in your life where you truly know and love yourself, nothing can shake your state of grace.

When defensiveness arises (a form of ego), it is typically a response to someone who has voiced negativity or self-judgment that we still carry. The initial reaction is anger or blame which is utilized as a form of resistance; however, mindfulness reminds us to observe this flash of reactivity, and rather than seek validation or retribution outside of ourselves, we choose instead to heal the misguided judgments that we still carry.

When we resist an experience, we become lost in anger, hatred, aggression, fear, judgment and blame. When we seek to evolve through an experience, we move into mindfulness, compassion, strength and fearlessness.

“True strength meets the vulnerability of life with caring and courage. True strength knows that there are two great powers in this world. The first is those who are unafraid to kill. The other is those who are unafraid to love.”
~ Jack Kornfield ~

All conflict arises because those involved identify with the ego rather than their own infinite true nature.

That’s right! All that I need is already within me

As awakening souls, it is our responsibility to see beyond the roles that people play, their stories of the past, judgment and hatred. Love is an amazing healer.

Human nature loves to define itself through the drama of a situation. Spiritual nature seeks to find the gift within all situations. When we begin every interaction with the knowledge that all things work to our highest good, we create a space where we can choose to look at our life situations from a higher vantage point.

When you can calmly turn and face your challenges with an open heart (in spite of the clamoring voice of ego), your loving intention will shine the light of consciousness. Answers may be obvious or subtle, but you will have the ability to sort through myriad possibilities in order to select the one that best facilitates your growth.

You are absolutely capable of handling whatever the present moment has to offer… and beauty awaits.