Compassion Awakens Love

“Everything you judge you fear. Think about it. Ask yourself what you judge, and then ask yourself why you fear, and you will know this in your heart once and for all.” –Paul Selig, Book of Love and Creation

It is very popular to play the blame game in today’s society. We often look a scapegoat, someone to blame for the problems of the world. We blame the government, stock market, banks, wealthy people, poor people, big business, other countries and our parents for the pain and suffering of today’s world. We point fingers and worry about what others are doing or not doing. When we do that, we are simply  spreading fear.

It’s so easy to judge what others are doing and give advice to how they should change their behavior. Actually it is a way to avoid looking at our own limiting beliefs and fear-based thoughts. An important step on our spiritual journey is to take responsibility and pay attention to what we are doing, thinking and saying. 

Responsibility is not about blaming ourselves. Responsibility is the ability to respond. It is the freedom to take action. It is the power to change. When we take responsibility, we face our fears and take steps to move past them.

Practice looking at what you want instead of what you don’t want. Ask each day “What is mine to do to make the world a better place?” Release judgment and anger and send love instead. When we send love we raise the vibration for everyone.

Be gentle. Practice compassion. Having compassion for ourselves and others opens us to love and to be loved. Compassion awakens love in us. Love is the healing power beyond judgment and blame. There is always a choice.

Know that you are loved.

Celebrate Being You

“Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” — Lucille Ball

The swirling, chaotic energy and shocking events in the world right now can take our breath away. It is easy to become overwhelmed and dismayed. If we allow it, we neglect our true sense of self and fall into an abyss of despair.

Instead, it is in our best interest to refocus on ourselves. Yes, ourselves! That seems contrary to what is happening in the world. “I can’t think about myself because there is so much suffering.” “I don’t have the energy to focus on my needs.” “I feel alone and don’t know what to think.”

When we recognize our emotions, we pay attention to our thoughts and words, make our health and well-being a priority, we are doing the most important work in the world. It is so essential in times of confusion to stay strong, flexible, aware, and conscious. It is imperative to stay healthy with a clear mind and intentions. It is vital to maintain a sense of worthiness. As we do this for ourselves, we are adding to the vibration of love for all humanity.

Recognizing our worthiness is an internal journey and requires a conscious acknowledgment that we are extensions of the vibrant, creative, loving energy that permeates existence. Embracing this truth fosters deep self-care and cultivates a profound sense of well-being. 

Worthiness embodies an acceptance of ourselves—our spirit, mind, body, and emotions—as interconnected facets of our greater wholeness. Marianne Williamson beautifully expresses this in her renowned quote: “As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.” By nurturing our sense of self-worth, we invite others to recognize and celebrate their own.

When we align our worthiness with a genuine sense of well-being, we elevate ourselves to a place of love and appreciation. This powerful presence invites us to connect with Infinite Wisdom that is available to us at every moment. This Divine Wisdom acts as a guiding light, bringing forth inspiration, clarity, and support when we need it most. It serves us individually and collectively. As we lift ourselves up in love and worthiness, we extend that vibration to others.

There are those days when the connection to our worthiness may feel just out of reach. It requires intention to pause, to listen, and to nurture ourselves deeply. As we navigate through busy schedules and commitments, it becomes vital to carve out sacred time for self-care and renewal.

Take a moment to disconnect from the noise of modern life. Step away from your calendar, your computer, and your endless responsibilities. Schedule a dedicated space where you can focus on replenishing your spirit. Engage in practices that celebrate your own sacredness and honor your connection to the Divine. Nurturing your self-worth isn’t just about personal growth; it’s a conscious act of self-love that allows you to shine your light in the world, encouraging others to do the same.

Our worthiness is not defined by external criteria but is an intrinsic quality that flourishes through self-care and acceptance. Embrace your unique light, and allow your journey toward worthiness to be an act of love—both for yourself and for those around you. Then listen to that still small voice within–you will be guided how to share your light with the world and to serve from a place of love.

Affirm: I embrace myself with love and compassion. I am free to be me.

Be A Blessing

“If you can’t do something about the situation in your life, go be a blessing to someone else.” Joyce Meyer

We spend so much time worrying about things we often can’t do anything about. We obsess about family and friends and wish they would change. We wake up stressing about things that haven’t happened yet. We worry for the state of our country, the world, for the planet, for our children.

Something powerful happens when we move from the place of needing to get something to being willing to give. The best place to start is being willing to listen. Listen to the experiences of others. Listen to their stories, their pain, their process.   Listen without attachment to an outcome. Practice compassion and patience.

Then when you are ready to move outside your comfort zone, a good question to ask yourself is: “How can I be of service for the highest good today? Please guide me to think the thoughts, speak the words and take the actions that will allow me to be love, and to bring that love into service.” Then observe everything from that moment forward as a sign responding to that question.

When we give in service, we give in love. And love lifts us out of fear. In his book, The Kingdom, Paul Selig shares, “Any encounter with fear can become an opportunity to say “Thank you, no. This is not a requirement for me. This is not the dance I wish to partake in.” Any encounter with love becomes the opportunity to re-know each other, re-know any possibility in a higher way. When you are in a dance with love, you are in an encounter with God.”

You are needed during this very important time. Some are needed to be in prayer and meditation, others are needed to give hugs or to hold signs, others are needed to serve in positions of influence. Some are needed to raise a family, to care for others, or to stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves.

You are needed. Your gifts are needed. Your presence is needed. Your love and peace are needed. Ask yourself, “Where can I be a blessing today?”

Sugar and Spice Evolution

“We can stop trying to hard to win love and power and influence because on some days we will have those things and on other days we won’t.” – Marianne Williamson, A Woman’s Worth

As I approached seat 6D on my flight, I smiled and told the gentleman he was sitting in my assigned window seat. He smiled back and said he was sure he was in his assigned seat. I looked again at the diagram on the overhead bin and yes, 6D was the window seat, and it was the one listed on my boarding pass. He started looking for his boarding pass. “Do you mean they gave us the same seat?” he mumbled, as he searched for his boarding pass. I did not want to hold up the long line of passengers and quickly said, “You know what, it doesn’t matter.” I hastily stowed my luggage under the aisle seat and let the line move forward. It was no big deal. 

Or was it? Was I just conned into giving away my window seat? Why was I in such a hurry to give it up? I reflected on how many times I didn’t speak up when someone got in front of me in line or ignored my request. I remembered times I felt invisible to those around me. One part of me felt that giving up my seat wasn’t an issue. It was a short flight, and I had a book to read. Another part of me was livid because I felt manipulated, controlled, disrespected. Was I just trying to be nice?

We all want to be liked, accepted, and included. As a result, we don’t always say what we’re thinking. We often hold back from telling the whole truth so we don’t hurt someone’s feelings. We go out of our way to do things for others so they will approve of us. We suppress what we really think. We hold our tongues. We were taught: Little girls are made of sugar and spice and everything nice. We are told to be seen and not heard. Don’t argue. Don’t yell. Don’t jump around so much. Don’t talk back. Don’t be greedy. Don’t get dirty. For goodness sake, just be nice!

We can learn to set boundaries and not be in such a hurry to give up our own good for the sake of others. It takes patience, as we learn to speak up for ourselves. The passenger in 6D was not the cause of my pain. If I felt empowered, I would be free to speak up and hold my ground knowing that was my seat. I would speak my truth rather than silence myself.

Instead of trying so hard to be good, why not focus on being authentic by asking for what we want, by taking care of ourselves, by standing up and speaking up. When we are authentic, we are empowered. We set an example for those around us. We step out as leaders.

It is in our feminine nature to receive, and we can begin by being willing. As Buddha said, “You yourself, as much as anyone in the entire universe, deserve your affection and love.”

Be good to yourself. You are worth it.

Affirm: I freely and joyfully ask for what I want.

Excerpt from Conscious Choices: A Women’s Guide to Clarity, Courage and Connection

Worthiness, Well-being and Wisdom

“You alone are the judge of your worth and your goal is to discover infinite worth in yourself, no matter what anyone else thinks.” –Depak Chopra

After completing the eighth grade at the Catholic school I attended, I transferred to the local junior high. I had been with the same group of students since kindergarten and it was overwhelming to go to a new school. I was excited to meet a new friend there, but was so afraid she was repulsed by my mouthful of metal braces. I remember I tried to reassure her by declaring, ” I am sure you will like me better next week when my braces are off.” Ouch!

Have you noticed that those childhood insecurities seem to follow us along throughout life? That nagging voice in the back of the mind that constantly worries and stress– Am I good enough? Will I be liked? Am I okay?

Our worthiness may seem elusive if we look for validation from the outside world. Worthiness is not based on your financial portfolio, career achievement, or the car you drive. Worthiness is an inside job and a conscious connection we make knowing we are an extension of the creative energy of life itself. We are loved unconditionally just as we are.

Recognizing our worthiness lifts us into a sense of well-being. We have an inner knowing that each aspect of self— spirit, mind, body and emotions— is an intricate part of our wholeness. We experience an appreciation of this holistic nature and how it all works together for our highest good.

This sense of gratitude and appreciation expands into a powerful presence of love. Love opens us to Infinite Wisdom available to us at every moment. Wisdom is the creative spark, inspiration, and illumination that shows up just when we need it. It can appear as needed information, project support revealed or simply a connection from a friend. Wisdom is inner knowing that all is well.

Yet this can all feel elusive when we are stressed, worried and hurried in life’s busy world. It takes conscious effort to stop, listen, and allow ourselves to be nurtured and nourished.

Take time to step away from your calendar, computer and commitments. Schedule a time and place where you can renew and replenish. Hone your spiritual practice in on your sacredness. Celebrate your Oneness with the Divine. And when that nagging voice pipes up to criticize, simply reply, “STOP IT! Go Away! I choose only high vibration thoughts today.”

You are beautiful just as you are. You are worthy and powerful. You are amazing.

You are loved.