Discernment within relationships is a sacred practice, one that gently calls us into presence with whatever is unfolding before us. When presence fades, reaction rises. Reaction moves quickly, shaped by past experiences and old patterns that once protected us. It seeks to resolve, defend, or restore balance, yet often pulls us away from what is […]
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Bless those who grace your life and play a role in your awakening. Relationships illuminate the places within us that still ache, react, or hide. They draw our shadows into the light. Few of us would consciously choose a teacher who unsettles us, yet deep connection carries its own wisdom. We seek comfort, validation, harmony
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”[Relationships] provide you with the best opportunity to experience karma and then to resolve it. That is their sole purpose, to assist you in your journey back to the Tao by helping you to become unconditionally accepting of yourself and others.” ~Jose Stevens~ Karmic relationships provide an opportunity to experience and examine both
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“We often look to our relationships to mask an anxious quiver of being that cries out for relief. Yet another person can never heal our anxiety; we can only do that for ourselves. But that doesn’t keep us from asking others to do it.” ~Ezra Bayda~ Some relationships seem to cause a lot of pain
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“Detachment does not mean non-involvement. You can be deeply involved but not entangled.” ~Jaggi Vasudev~ True love, whether expressed through romance, friendship, our relationship to the planet or to ourselves, requires the gift of space. When we drop expectation and neediness, what remains is authentic compassion and kindness. We learn to honor one another’s paths,
\”Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.” ~Roy T. Bennett~ As we explore various lessons it’s important to remember that the situations that set them in motion will stay in
The foundation of love is acceptance. Judgement is ego-driven, saying \”You must change because I am uncomfortable.\” Spiritual seekers transform discomfort or fear by working with the imbalance on the inner plane rather than immediately projecting outward. Once the imbalance is cleared, the other’s behavior may lessen or it will no longer elicit a reactive
When entering into relationship with a lover, child, friend, business partner or pet, remember not to collapse yourself into that union. Leave enough room for each of you to be separate and whole so that you retain your unique authenticity. This freedom creates room for growth and discovery. Allow the winds of heaven to dance
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When you begin to make substantial progress in your own spiritual growth, you may encounter resistance from the people around you. It can be surprising to witness push-back from those who will benefit the most from your increasing awareness; however, it’s also the best proof that you are indeed evolving to new levels. As we
“You must love in such a way that the person you love feels free.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh~ Relationships offer fertile ground for spiritual practice. When in doubt as to the appropriate action or response, utilize the Celtic vows of friendship. Ask yourself, “Am I honoring his or her path as sacred?” Often we try to
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