The mind makes things difficult, but the heart creates space for ease, grace, growth and transformation.

Bravery is the willingness to face your own shadows. The willingness to consciously open yourself to life’s difficulties does not depend upon you liking them; however, the knowledge that you seek to be free opens the door to freedom and healing.

Look at your life circumstances and ask yourself “What is happening for me right now?” and “What is my spiritual practice in this situation?” No matter what arises in your experience, know that it is offering you an opportunity to embrace new ways of being and cultivate your evolving tools of consciousness.

The world in which you live is one of your own creation. You project your thoughts and beliefs onto every situation and each person that you meet. Bring yourself fully present. This moment has something amazing to offer. Discover it, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Now.

The paradox of the human experience: We are infinite spirits experiencing limitless aspects of the Divine through the perception of limitation.

When we learn to see beyond the limitations of the ego, we begin to remember who we are and from where we come. The spiritual seeker desires to bring consciousness to each and every situation. The key is to be present and focused in the physical reality while simultaneously being aware of others planes of consciousness.

Being awake means having a wider and deeper perception of your own actions and the actions of others. This allows you to be more tolerant and compassionate, seeing each persons lessons and goals as appropriate for their life’s journey.

The key is to integrate your true essence with the role that you play in this lifetime and purposely open to the light of the Divine as it shines through you. This will allow you to take full responsibility for your life while making decisions as a conscious creator.

Honor your own path as sacred.

Peace begins with me. When I first discovered my life’s passion as a spiritual teacher, I realized that upon emerging myself in higher consciousness, that it must consistently touch every aspect of my experience.

All transformation begins within. I began by healing my relationship to my self. Then I witnessed how my interpersonal relationships begin to change – with family, co-workers (and later clients), strangers and even with the planet itself.

Compassion and kindness began to be the starting points for every interaction and acceptance of all paths as sacred became easier… mostly because I was living the life that called to me without reservation.

No matter what you feel called to do, live it fully. When you are aligned with your true nature, it’s easier to experience a deepening connection with the Divine. Distractions become less intrusive and you will discover that love and guidance are all around you.

Live in harmony.

All too often people shortchange themselves. They live feeling deprived of the things that truly matter – peace, balance, joy, love, wisdom and a deep feeling of inner purpose.

To find your way to happiness, it’s important to know that you wish to create it in your experience. Then, believe it, take action without being attached to the outcomes and know that you are a conscious creator.

One of the most powerful aspects of creating a fulfilling life is Acceptance. Even with things you wish to change, acceptance of how things are is the starting place. From there you have greater clarity and insight regarding the next steps you will take on your journey.

Finally, let all your choices be led by love. To be a loving person is to live in harmony with life – no matter what it offers. There is limitless potential all around, and love will help you to see it more clearly.

The spaces in between hold infinite potential.

When your consciousness is no longer completely absorbed by thought, it is possible to open completely to the Now. Without preconceived thoughts, expectation, judgment or demands, you can step into the role of observer.

This spacious consciousness is freedom. In this higher state of awareness we set ourselves free from enslavement by the world of form. The expression of inner peace guides us throughout our lives, influencing our decisions and inspiring our actions.

Spiritual awareness allows you to enjoy the unfoldment of your destiny with passion and joy. Once you no longer seek satisfaction from outside of yourself, you create space around the emotional highs and lows of your experience – and that space is peace.

That’s Right! I trust the processes of my awakening

“Hope and fear are both phantoms that arise from thinking of the self. When we don’t see the self as self, what do we have to fear?”  ~ Lao Tzu

The self (with a small ‘s’) indicates what is often called the little mind. When we forget our divinity and see only this human form and all it’s foibles, it’s easy to get lost in the stories of the ego. Fear is debilitating energy. It stops us in our tracks, blocks us from receiving love and tells us that we are not strong enough to overcome our challenges.

Lao Tzu is asking us to see ourselves as more than human, and to bring that knowledge of ‘moreness’ into our daily experiences. To function as awakened consciousness living an ordinary life is an expression of divinity. This is the pathway to discovery. When we live with care and kindness and strive to bring peacefulness into each and every interaction, all that we need to know will be revealed.

Problems are merely a product of an overactive mind. In order to break free of the cycle, we must have a desire to create peace in our experience. From there, the discipline must consistently extend to every aspect of our lives (including our own thoughts). At first, we may encounter resistance, both internal and external, but then the process becomes easier and the end result is the knowledge that we are safe, love, guided and supported each and every step of the way.

You are a work in progress.

That’s Right! All that I need to know will be revealed in the perfect time in the perfect way

If you have reached an impasse in your life, if you don’t know which way to go, where to direct your energy or how to step into the next phase of your destiny, don’t despair. Begin from where you are with what you have – the knowledge that what has worked for you in the past may no longer be appropriate for your journey.

The ego will attempt to create a sense of dissatisfaction, depression and loss. It will tell you that you cannot be happy until you have the answers you seek; however, nothing could be further from the truth. Faith is learning to be joyful in the face of the unknown. In order to manifest change, we must work from the end result (happiness and fulfillment) in order to bring the new into our experience. Nothing is more important than your state of consciousness. In this moment, do not choose misery over joy. It simply does not lead to change and you will remain stuck in repeating patterns.

If the answers elude you at the moment, it simply indicates that the next phase of your growth requires the courage to walk forward without a plan. Let all your choices be led by joy rather than fear. Love, balance, faith, compassion and kindness will never fail you.

Put down the burdens that you carry.

That’s Right! I am willing to love unconditionally

The journey that you have traveled has provided countless opportunities for growth and transformation. Everyone has a history, and each piece of that unique history has contributed to the person you are today.

When you can talk about your past without excessive emotion, drama or triggers affecting the present moment, it is likely that you have assimilated the lessons and balanced the karma. If you find yourself falling into limiting patterns of pain or blame as you discuss old stories, there are still levels of healing to explore.

To reside in a state of inner peace means that you have released the pain of the past. You are free.

Freedom and awakening are here Now.

That’s Right! I am perfect in my imperfection. Beautiful each step of the way, yet knowing there is always room for growth.

Treat yourself with the same compassion, kindness and consideration that you so willingly give to those you love. Know that in order to truly commune with the Divine, we must choose to find and experience it within every moment we experience and every person with whom we interact.

You are always immersed within the perfect situation required for your spiritual growth. Even the simplest of interactions has infinite messages layered within it. Find enlightenment doing the laundry, being with your children, or in the smile of a dog. You are surrounded by love. When you embody this wholeness into your life, you are well on your way to new levels of understanding.

Allow your spiritual awareness to extend throughout every aspect of your experience. Bring a higher awareness to each situation with the intention of using it as part of your personal journey of awakening. With the awakening of wisdom, the heart expands to encompass everything as Divine.

Choose joy.

That’s Right! This is the moment of transformation

The ebb and flow of life has much to offer. Within the moments of fear and fulfillment lies the possibility of discovery. No matter what has unfolded in your experience, you can choose to face it with a peaceful heart and mind.

You are stronger than you know. Your Divine spirit is resilient as it walks the journey of awakening… and it is in the midst of loving kindness that we truly find ourselves.

Be love. Offer the very best of yourself in each and every moment. Allow life to unfold without without desire to control. Your greatest power lies in acceptance – acceptance of what is, where you are on the journey and being at ease with the unknown.