“The first rule is to keep an untroubled spirit. The second is to look things in the face and know them for what they are.” ~Marcus Aurelius~ When you can see beyond the mechanisms of the ego, you are well on your way to a life unencumbered by drama. The actions of others always demonstrate […]
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\”The key to growth is the introduction of higher dimensions of consciousness into our awareness.\” ~Lao Tzu~ Challenges arise to assist us in our spiritual growth. They originate from limiting thought patterns, judgment, fear or anger – often growing larger due to others who are willing to participate in the drama. It is often from
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“Looking with a mind that’s awake reveals the shimmering pulse of life. Looking with a mind full of thoughts reveals only your thoughts. ” ~Ezra Bayda~ When you notice yourself speaking often of the past, make a conscious effort to bring yourself fully into the present moment. Spiritual maturity has little to do with past
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“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson~ Our cultural imprinting teaches that something is missing. Many feel pressured to look or be a certain way, and indeed we have entire industries dedicated to ensuring a subconscious (or not so subconscious)
“Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.” ~Socrates~ As awareness increases, our ability to participate in the miraculous grows sharper. We become a loving bridge between the mystical and the mundane. Consider the difference in viewpoint between someone who continually gazes down at their phone or is lost in thought, and one who, deeply immersed in
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“You rarely have time for everything you want in this life, so you need to make choices. And hopefully your choices can come from a deep sense of who you are.” ~Mister Rogers~ Our actions have greater meaning when they are aligned with our true nature. The dance of awakening calls upon us to explore
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“The more you know yourself, the more clarity there is. Self-knowledge has no end – you don’t come to an achievement, you don’t come to a conclusion. It is an endless river.” ~Jiddu Krishnamurti~ In every generation there are new distractions to occupy the mind. Our role, as awakening beings, is to retrain habitual patterns
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\”And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.\” ~Kahlil Gibran~ For me, there is nothing more beautiful than beginning a new day. Gratitude upon awakening, walking the doggies as the world slowly awakens, celebrating birdsong, receiving the gifts of springtime… Each morning
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Those who are unwilling to change demand that everyone around them change. This is to avoid triggers or the need to self-assess and is deeply rooted in ego. Often they feel enslaved by anxiety and therefore, want to avoid conflict and discomfort at all costs. Those who are awakened understand that empowerment and freedom come
“If you propose to speak, always ask yourself, is it true, is it necessary, is it kind?” ~Buddha~ Observe how the ego reacts when you find yourself immersed in a story that is unfolding. Likely, the voice of ego will be clamoring to share it with someone. Why? It’s interesting to watch how the mind
