“Enlightenment is a destructive process. It has nothing to do with becoming better or being happier. Enlightenment is the crumbling away of untruth. It\’s seeing through the facade of pretense. It\’s the complete eradication of everything we imagined to be true.” ~Adyashanti~ We use the term awakening to indicate seeing through the illusions of this […]
\”Enlightenment is not about becoming divine. Instead it’s about becoming more fully human. . . . It is the end of ignorance.\” ~Lama Surya Das~ Enlightenment is a slow, transformative process. The journey inward hesitantly begins with many starts and stops. The heart feels pulled to engage the mystery and we begin the fumbling movement
“Your own Self-Realization is the greatest service you can render the world.” ~Ramana Maharshi~ One challenge that many spiritual seekers encounter is opposition from those around them. The ego may, for a time, flame the inner struggle between the human desire to be accepted and the souls desire to live in ones truth. Those who
Something beautiful happens when we embark upon the winds of change. Fresh experiences require greater attention and awareness and break us free from habitual patterns. In the process of discovery, we can explore the magic of new beginnings. It\’s helpful to have a blend of consistent practice and mindful exploration. As you cultivate the understanding
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“Enlightenment is understanding that there is nowhere to go, nothing to do, and nobody you have to be except exactly who you\’re being right now.” ~Neale Donald Walsch~ Our infinite Universe has a limitless supply of all that you desire. There is enough love, abundance, joy, health, radiance and fulfillment for each and every being
“Don\’t be satisfied with stories, how things have gone with others. Unfold your own myth.” ~Rumi~ Enlightenment is taking responsibility for your own state of consciousness in the present moment. Cultivate the courage to see yourself clearly. Blame and judgment send attention and energy outward rather than inward where true healing is possible. The shadows
“The seeker embarks on a journey to find what he wants and discovers, along the way, what he needs.” ~Wally Lamb~ Be drawn by a sense of wonder into the unknown. When you learn to trust the processes of your awakening, it becomes easier to experience life as an adventure. Leaving behind the need for
“The way of the miracle-worker is to see all human behavior as one of two things: either love, or a call for love.” ~Marianne Williamson~ There is no “other” – no enemies or evil to fight against. There is only awakening. Though we experience life from varying levels of consciousness we share the same journey,
\”I don\’t mind what happens. That is the essence of inner freedom. It is a timeless spiritual truth: release attachment to outcomes, deep inside yourself, you\’ll feel good no matter what.\” ~Jiddu Krishnamurti~ When you choose to approach the Now with a sense of peacefulness and an inner knowledge that nothing is lacking, you will
“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” ~Carl Gustav Jung~ The ego creates traps through anxiety and doubt… worrying what others may think, wondering how to please, get noticed or leave an impression. Many people struggle with indecision, trying to determine what is the “right” thing to do in a
