Judgment blocks our ability to connect with one another.

Imagine how much energy you’d have available to utilize if there was nothing to change, worry about, strive for or fix. The ego wouldn’t have any problems to focus upon and instead, all your energy and attention would flow into the perfection of the present moment.

Embrace this practice with those who grace your life. Through acceptance, you can create a space where transformation is possible. When their ego feels no need to defend, the walls of resistance begin to weaken and the spirit is set free to discover new aspects of being.

Acceptance and awareness walk hand in hand. They open doors of new perception and spark creativity. Honor the sacredness of the present moment through the realization that everything unfolds in the way that is most beneficial for all involved.

What will we discover together?

Life should be an exploration, a dance of discovery. When we live fully immersed in the present moment, amazing things begin to happen. Coincidences unfold and we draw in the people and circumstances that conspire to move us into new directions. Have faith in this process of awakening and be willing to step out of your comfort zone.

Walking through the unknown awakens all of your senses. There are times when we simply must risk all and accept the gifts that life has to offer.  Allow new friendships to enrich your your experience, teach you how to love and how to let go. Give up the perceived safety of control, expectation and attachment and simply learn how to embrace joy and celebration in the present moment.

Love is discovering who you are in the presence of another.

Unconditional love calls upon us to honor each path as sacred. Regardless of how it appears, life is perfect and facilitates the perfect circumstances for our continued growth. Choose to allow enough space in your relationships for each person to thrive. The awakening soul provides a consistent place of safety and acceptance for the other.

This type of soul-based love has no opposite. It will never get triggered into hate or anger, nor will it become mired in the endless loop of desire. It allows the present moment to be as it is.

See those who grace your life as your teachers. Whether they stay for a moment or for a lifetime, you will be transformed. In the same way, never doubt the impact you have on those whose lives you touch. Be guided by the Celtic Vows of Friendship:

Facing your own darkness is the only way to transform it into light.

Realize that everything you experience is part of your spiritual practice. More than mindfulness, meditation or spiritual studies, your life contains a richness that exceeds imagination. Our interactions often bring neglected energy to the surface of our awareness. From there, we can choose to see more deeply while utilizing the human experience as a powerful aspect of personal growth and evolution.

The awakened heart transforms challenging situations into wisdom. This alchemy of the spirit is powerful. It teaches us to take personal responsibility for our own journey and all that it entails. This moment contains the opportunity for a breakthrough. Embrace what is and the drive for awareness will lead you on an amazing journey.

Everything and everyone in your life has played a specific role in your development.

One of the most beautiful things about aging is the gift of hindsight. Through clear-sighted examination of our life’s journey, we can come to understand the beauty of each person and event that has sparked our awareness. The challenges that once seemed so insurmountable can now be viewed with detachment and grace as we see the value and purpose they have added to our experience.

The threads of coincidence that bind us together have been lifetimes in the making. For years I kept a journal, cataloging simple yet profound things that seemed meaningful at the time. So-and-so suggested a book, which led to another book, which led to meeting a specific person, etc. And while those people no longer grace my life, I’ve come to realize the purposeful gifts that came from these encounters.

Honor the sacredness of your path. Nothing was a waste of time. There are no mistakes. All that you have experienced has brought you here, Now… and you are right where you need to be. Your awakening plays its own part in the unfolding consciousness of those around you. You are a gift.

Shine the light of your consciousness on all that you see.

Live in such a way that you are constantly amazed. This openness will naturally cause you to experience the world with expansiveness, innate peacefulness and laughter. As Rumi once said, “Love is the bridge between you and everything.”

Seek to be a conscious expression of love today. Infuse your work, passion, play and spirituality with kindness and compassion and you will discover the deepest truth of who you are. Your soul will rise above and shine through the illusion.

We are engaged in a dance of form. Enjoy it! Spiritual awakening is a conscious blend of the mundane and the mystical, dark and light, intensity and peace. The contrasts we experience teach us the true nature of balance. There is always something new to discover.

Sometimes we have to be who we aren’t in order to discover who we are.

Everyone faces their own dark night of the soul as part of the quest to awaken. These moments can create feelings of loss and confusion; however, they are a necessary aspect of transformation. The ego will often play a script that says, “If only this person knew [what I’ve seen, been through, done], they’d see me differently.” And thus, we see ourselves as separate from one another because of our perceived deficiencies.

All you experience is part of a loving conversation between you and the Divine.

When life gets overwhelming and you need to recharge, visiting a lake can connect you with the divine feminine and bring nourishment to mind, body and spirit. Water typically symbolizes aspects of healing and mystery, and specifically, lakes awaken creative expression.

If the distance is too great for a physical trip, utilize sound, visualization and meditation to take yourself there. Engages life’s magic. Whether you can see it or not, there is a world of infinite possibility just waiting to amplify your joy, playfulness and positive intention.

You have the power to create your own reality. Observe, listen, receive… messages abound and love rains down upon you from all dimensions.

In stillness, we are transformed.