We are so used to having thoughts, emotions, and the physical sensations of our body, that we believe that is who we are. From our childhood we have been conditioned to identify ourselves with this bundle of quirky beliefs, fears, hang-ups, and feelings. We have psychologically inherited the out-dated patterns of our parents. Our education and upbringing has mostly reinforced our self-insecurities and fears. We have got so used to all that crap, that we forget who we truly are. Today I want to remind you that you are not your thoughts. You are not your emotions. You are not…
Unhappiness arises as a result of not being aligned with your authentic self. If you started this week feeling unhappy or fed up, I would bet that it is almost certainly because there are things/people/situations in your life which are not in line with who you truly are. When you accept into your life those things which make you unhappy, you are not being true to yourself. Fear, lack of courage, negative beliefs, a tendency to be a “people pleaser”… these are examples of the kind of patterns which prevent you from being your true authentic self. And the inner…
When I was a monk I had to live by the vow of poverty. Basically that meant I had to live with only the essential things I needed. You could say it was a vow of simplicity. As a monk I considered myself to be wealthy with the things I had… food, shelter, laughter, and divine love. That is all I needed for a happy and fulfilling life. Since I’ve been living in the outside world my life has slowly become more complicated, with possessions, technology, and relationships that aren’t always in alignment with my spirit. I’ve realised that it…
Have you noticed how important it is to start your day well? Those first moments when you wake up in the morning can determine whether or not you have a good day. This may sound a bit too simple to be true but I promise you it works! I have never ever had a bad day when I have started my day with the simple routine that makes me feel good. Conversely if I ever skipped my morning routine, or overslept and got up in a rush, then I rarely had a fantastic day. After you wake up do something…
Today, of all the things you have to do or want to do, there is one thing you should give priority… Let your unique light shine in the world. Consider that you are the only you on this Earth. You may not be perfect but you have special qualities and gifts to share, that no other person in the world can offer. If you were not alive, then the world would be incomplete… it would be missing your special, unique contribution. Today, be yourself. Share your gift. Bring your unique light to those around you. That is truly your Life Purpose.…
As you start another week I just wanted to remind you that you are strong and powerful… more than you probably realise! The negativity of other people and life events only affects you if you allow it to. Remember who you truly are. Connect with your inner power, the peace and stillness that is at the centre of your being. That stillness cannot be affected by anything. Nothing can touch you when you remember that is who you are. You are the infinite Self… unchanging, unaffected, and undying. As it is said in the Bhagavad Gita, your true essence is…