Endlessly seeking to be perfect reaffirms the limiting perception that we are somehow less than perfect. High ideals can be a distraction on the Path of Transformation. When we week instead to raise our vibration, thus providing ourselves a higher perception and broader viewpoint, we discover additional ways to be in the world and have a greater chance of choosing attitudes and responses that align us with joy.

Can you simply observe yourself and others without judgment or analyzing? There is great beauty in recognizing the incredible potential to which we bear witness. Imperfection is perfect. The unfolding journey is perfect. The act of learning and awakening is the goal. How can we do anything else but cheer one another on?

Weave the intricate tapestry of your future by expanding yourself in love today. You will draw in that which is needed for your souls growth… recognizing the opportunities, teachers, circumstances and laughter that will light your way. Consciousness requires nothing less than a constant state of awareness and intention. Bring your vibration to a level where you are willing to receive and you’ll discover that joy is a magnet.

Today my intention is to be a loving reflection of the peace and Presence in others. As I discover my own potential, I see it awakening all around me.

People who long to play it safe or attempt to control the outcomes of  live events carry a great deal of turmoil deep within. This nervousness penetrates their facade of joy because the ego knows that it cannot let up its rigid approach; however, sometimes the freedom of spontaneity and vulnerability is just what is required to break free of old patterns.

It’s amazing how difficult it is for many to learn how to go with the flow. We’re taught that struggle and hard work bring success (and granted, what you send out into the Universe through conscious actions and decisions certainly will return) but somewhere down the line, that determination clouded the ease and grace that can easily be embraced.

When we release our attachment to expected outcomes, nervousness disappears, there is nothing to fear and we are able to experience life with an open heart… learning, expanding, opening to infinite possibilities. When we plan too much, we set limitations. Seek higher expression of your heart’s delight, dear one. There are new concepts to explore, friendships to be made and healing to be experienced.

Wholeness brings the possibility of unlimited movement. No matter what direction we choose to go, joy and spiritual maturity create the foundation of our journey.

Today my intention is to honor the energy of hummingbird by drinking the nectar of life and allowing joy to guide me.

This too shall pass… whether you are enjoying expansion and joyous transition or facing significant challenges, this truth remains. It’s a delight to fully celebrate moments of breakthrough while riding the waves of positive energy; however, it’s also important to understand that everything is cyclical. Beyond the perception of good and bad, there is simply experience.

Share your joy with others and participate fully in whatever the present moment requires. Too often we try to hold on to that which is fluid instead of experiencing what is. Whether we are celebrating or learning, this too shall pass.

The only constant in life is change. We live magnificently within the flow of experience – living, dying, rebirth, expansion. All contrasts and apparent opposites have their part to play and it can be exceedingly helpful to observe the patterns we encounter. Learn to flow with what is without clinging and embrace the transformation.

The quiet pauses allow us to gather our energy for the next moment of movement. Much like the tidal flow of the ocean, the power and healing lies in movement – the highs and the lows blend together to form a natural, mysterious playground of life.

Today my intention is to approach each moment with appreciation and gratitude.

The Divine plan is unfolding throughout your life, though it isn’t always predictable. Where would the fun in that be?? Even when clarity eludes you, know that you are being guided in the right direction. in the moment when our plan crumble and we find ourselves practicing and perfecting the art of surrender, know that what remains is more than enough.

Sometimes the events of our lives take us in a direction that seems the opposite of what we desire. Seeing beyond the stories of the ego will open you to the process of faith. With patience and experience we discover that the Universe had a plan that offered greater rewards and joy than we ever expected – the key is getting ourselves out of the way.

The art of acceptance teaches us to trust the processes of our awakening and enables us to walk forward with the least amount of struggle. Allow the circumstances of your life to unfold and seek the blessings that are available for you Now.

Today my intention is to seek to experience life with grace and ease knowing that I am safe and that I am loved, directed and supported each step of the way.

What kind of gifts will you allow yourself to receive now? Examine the coincidences and synchronicities of your life and view it from the highest possible vantage point. When we take the time to step, breathe and observe, we provide ourselves the space in which a transformation can occur. Those “aha” moments become the gifts of our lives – we have a breakthrough, release something that no longer serves us or simply find our way back into joy.

Remember that there is no such thing as an accident. Life provides the necessary experiences for our growth and every moment has something of value to teach. We are constantly in the space of self-discovery.

With each conscious step forward, you’ll find that your thoughts, words and actions have more power than ever before. For this reason, it’s important that we learn to take responsibility for what we create as we send our unique expression of energy out into the Universe.

Know that each step on the Path of Transformation has purpose. Even though we may not always see clearly, strength lies in the ability to know that all things work to the highest good for all involved.

Act with integrity, do your best, accept what is. Everything else will fall into place as it should.

Today my intention is to align myself with the light, love and laughter of the Universe.

There is nothing more important than your state of consciousness Now and nothing is more important than your joy. In these meditative moments we have an opportunity to set our intention and expectations for the day. The more aware you become of the energy you share with the world, the more personal strength and power you have the ability to access.

If there is unhealed anger within you, realize that you have the capacity for great gentleness. Spiritual growth is an alchemical process – energies are transformed into consciousness and the expression of your choosing.

Notice how the “normal” expectation of life can often be expressed as justifiable anger – advertising wants you to be angry with your body image, home or car so that you’ll constantly feel compelled to fix or change them, politicians want you to be anger with their opponent so they can stay in or take control, humans love to justify war, causes and judgment. So much energy gets wasted by the mechanisms of the mind. It’s easy to become distracted from a higher state of consciousness without consistent spiritual practice.

Find your own way to step outside of limiting expectations. Embrace the power of love which longs to flow through you into every experience. Whether you create sacred space through gratitude, meditation or conscious breathing, know that you inner growth and transformation extends outward and changes the world around you. Such a big concept – that’s why we begin within. Notice your state of consciousness Now and do all that you can to align yourself with joy.

Today my intention is to celebrate love and friendship.

Your energy adds something unique and powerful to the whole. Even though we each walk our own path, there are many who play their roles to perfection in order to help us grow. Everyone has a part to play.

Because of our interconnectedness, there is a spiral of support which flows throughout our lives and in our acceptance of kindness and assistance, we are also helping others. Many believe that one aspect of spiritual growth is to manifest everything on their own; however, older souls realize the value in knowing when to ask for help or provide it understanding that the Universe can work miracles through anyone or anything.

See yourself as Divine light. If there is still any self-judgment, observe it, look past the story and bring yourself back (again and again, if necessary) to acceptance. Grace is yours; however, you must be willing to receive it.

The only difference between a murderer and a master is that they are in different stages of their souls evolution. With greater awareness, we command greater self-responsibility. We learn to see without judgment, walk without being paralyzed by fear and stand in our integrity.

See yourself through the filter of limitless possibility. Imagine each through, word and action flowing out into the Universe with incredible force – only to return ten-fold. It’s time to drop any fear and reach out in love toward one another.

Today my intention is to be willing to receive.

Each of us is responsible for our own joy. It’s not the obligation of our partners, parents, children, boss or life circumstance to “make” us happy and fulfilled. Rather, happiness comes from developing our own inner richness and spiritual maturity. This infinite wellspring of energy, once discovered, will flow through you and change the way you receive the gifts that life has to offer.

Relationships provide us with the tools and experiences we need to release old patterns and programming. The more clear you become, the less intense your emotional reactions will be. This peacefulness then becomes a way of life. We view circumstances from a higher perception and share this new way of being with the world.

Periodically, a spiritual breakthrough of shift in energy may result in some clearing being done by the body. This is to release any toxic energy that may have been held in your energetic field. Other times, the intention and focus on healing a specific area of your life may briefly cause that issue to come to the forefront. Approach either of these circumstances with the knowledge that you are in the process of releasing things which no longer serve you. Once it rises to the surface, it’s easier to observe and consciously free yourself.

When we no longer feel the need to hide from ourselves or others, we enter a state of acceptance and openness – freedom. This wholeness will set you free.

Today my intention is to celebrate those who grace my life with their presence. I am grateful for the love, the lessons and the gifts that have awakened true joy within me.

Don’t try to change, simply be aware… awareness heals. Spiritual practice is often a blend of paradox – confusion and clarity, separation and wholeness, detachment and presence. The word paradox itself comes from the Greek para dokien which means beyond thought. See yourself as a physical expression of the Divine who wishes to experience life in all it’s forms. Allow yourself to look through the illusion yet act consciously within the present moment. Eventually the illusion will become easier to see through as we remember our true nature and mission. We are one and on a journey of wholeness.

So many suffer, lost within the “why’s” and entrapped by the mind. The same energy, knowledge and peace discovered by all the masters who have walked the Path of Transformation awaits you within the openness of your own heart. For all our searching, the answers lie within.

It can take great courage to learn to trust your inner wisdom. Teachers, circumstances and guides are all there to point to the inner awareness, but until one is willing to see, there it waits. Trust yourself, be gentle with yourself and open to the potential that joy brings. No matter what teachings you encounter, trust your own divine nature in order to align with your truth and integrity. Give yourself permission to live consciously within the paradox, without dissecting or analyzing it.

Our household recently lost a furry loved one. My patient and loving kitty, Jacques, died in a mysterious way and within the surprise and sadness of losing a wonderful friend, I found myself flowing quickly to acceptance instead of getting lost within the why. Conscious spiritual practice allows the events we experience to simply be a celebration. We learn to live joyfully within the paradox and celebrate the years of closeness – all the while grateful for the love, lessons, laughter and the purr sessions.

Today my intention is to trust myself spiritually more than ever before, to honor the processes of my awakening and take one more conscious step forward.

This lifetime is the culmination of all the experience and knowledge you have gathered so far throughout your incarnations on this planet. The higher self likes to integrate the wisdom it has accumulated and thus you will attract the teachers and circumstances which allow you to do so. You may feel drawn to the teachings of different time periods or find familiarity in the rituals and traditions of other cultures.

Be patient, open and trusting within these aspects of your journey. With integration, you may also find that other things no longer serve your awakening. This time of spiritual growth will allow you to discover strengths and knowledge lifetimes in the making.

Our sojourn here is a continuing exploration into the expansion of the heart chakra – expansion which leads to greater compassion, more peace and infinite possibilities. Ultimately, it is up to you to trust the process of your awakening – to honor, forgive, accept and love all that you have ever been.

One of my favorite ways to nurture the seeds of growth is to light a candle. Sit a few moments contemplating the flame, perhaps even losing yourself in the flickering light. Then, draw the energy from the flame into your heart chakra and visualize your soul light expanding outward. Touch the world in love and send light to those who have walked the journey with you.

Today my intention is to integrate the wisdom which is ready to be expressed within my life. I celebrate the dance of awakening.