Action is showing up to life. Action moves us into the flow of life, bringing us to serendipitous moments. Those chance moments. The synchronic moments. Actions is the thread connecting us to all that is. With action we are guided to the next part of the Journey. Action we are propelled in the direction of our dreams. And more...
Read More“Why would anyone want to live in community?” some of you may be thinking. “Seems kind of hippy dippy.” others may be thinking. Do I think community is beneficial for everyone? Yes. Do I think it’s challenging? Yes. Most importantly living in community is a spiritual gym. How compassionate can we be when someone eats our last banana? Community is the perfect barometer to measure where we are on the spiritual journey. It provides us with the perfect container to continue to grow and evolve into our brightest selves.
Read MoreWhat is enlightenment? How do you define it? How do we get there? Buddha and Jesus come to mind when I think of enlightenment. To me, they represent the embodiment of love. To me, enlightenment is loving unconditionally no matter what is happening. Enlightenment is seeing the perfection, beauty and love in all beings and things. Enlightenment doesn't happen in an instant. It's a gradual process of awakening... What is enlightenment to you?
Read MoreThis is a message from the divine cosmic mother, the mother of all things. The revolution of humanity is upon us. You are being called to awaken, to pray, to act. The time is now. Please share this message with peace and love. The world is in your hands.
Read MoreDisclaimer: This post is based on my experience. It may seem crazy or unbelievable but it happened.
I stared into the glass spheres filled with multi-colored liquids conversing with beings from the stars. As they began to advise me to be more authentic and share my mystical side with the world, I couldn’t help but think, “But everyone is going to think I am crazy.”
Read MoreLife is a journey. We are forever becoming. There is no destination. We have arrived. We work towards the dream, feeling incomplete because we have not achieved it yet. How many of our dreams have already come true? With every experience, every moment, every breath, we are evolving. The realization that we are forever becoming and that there is no destination, gave me permission to live out loud and really live in the moment. I opened my heart to rise in love with all of life...
Read MoreI am a Love Ambassador. Not because I am the perfect example of love in every moment. Rather, because I am committed to a life filled with love. I am human. I make mistakes. I am willing to work through the challenges and rise in love. I am willing to take responsibility and see how I can choose more love next time. It begins with compassion–the greatest love of all...
Read MoreOne of our superpowers as humans is that we have the power to heal ourselves. Each one of us is a healer. Each one of us experiences the pain and challenges of the human experience and we have the power to heal ourselves. The interesting thing is that it is quite easy to activate the healer within as long as we decide to embark on the journey with dedication and purity of heart.
Read MoreRemembering is a never ending process. There are so many layers of ourselves to be discovered and excavated from the depths of our souls. Awakening to our magic can happen in stages or suddenly. Wherever you are in this moment is perfect. But there is more–if you so choose to explore. You are special. You are unique–with a very specific gift and superpower to share with the world. It’s time to remember your magic.
Read MoreThe struggle is a part of the journey. The greatest stories of all time involve a major struggle to overcome. Don't worry, you're not alone! We will all face struggle–it’s a natural part of life. We need to experience struggle in order to experience joy. Check out three essential elements in overcoming struggle.
Read MoreAs you may have already guessed, the true meaning of Christmas is far from the consumerist reality so prevalent in today’s society. Nor is it a religious celebration. Christmas is really about the celebration of Christ Consciousness, the embodiment of unconditional love and compassion. And it is accessible to everyone.
Read MoreThis gratitude practice can change your life. It changed mine. And the lives of those I work with. And as I attract even more beautiful souls into my life, it turns out they are using it too! Is gratitude that powerful? Yes. So powerful that it can elevate life to a whole new level? Yes. Counting our blessings allows us to feel good and attract even more goodness into our lives. What better time to begin than today. Happy Thanksgiving!
Read More“I feel so much more love and compassion.” I sobbed through tears as Noble Silence completed on the 10th day. “I’m releasing something.” I said to Samia, the French Moroccan woman who had been sleeping in the room across from mine. “Breathe it out.” said Samia in her beautiful accent. “This is strong medicine.” “She’s right.” I thought to myself. I never considered Vipassana to be medicine, but it is just that.
Read MoreAs I shifted to a mind, body, spirit human perspective, I realized true health care is really life care. And to live an amazing life, it’s about optimizing. Enhancing our being in mind, body, and spirit is how to invite longevity, happiness, and love into our lives. So where do we go for life care and optimization?
Read MoreAs I recently shared with you in my Burning Man post, I have discovered the power of community and connection in a whole new light. Community, and the deep connections within them, are reminders of who we are. Choose to be around those who truly see who you are. Those who smile to see you blossom. Those who inspire new ideas and endeavors, painting your life with more color and excitement. Let’s elaborate a bit more on why connection with another human is so important...
Read MoreThere are a lot of Burning Man judgers and haters as with anything that makes an impact in the world. Ultimately I feel Burning Man is a beautiful thing and the world can know more peace, love and harmony if even a few of the 10 guiding principles were infused into our society. This week I share this year's experience–lessons on life and love. Enjoy!
Read MoreThere is an epidemic happening in our society where people are numbing out on prescription medications, alcohol, drugs, and sex to not feel the pain of sadness or depression. As children we are taught not to cry and not to express this other side of our being. This life is both light and dark. Is running from or suppressing these feelings the answer?
Read MoreI chose to spend my 30th birthday facilitating my own personal vision quest. Most notably, this time was spent in nature–in silence and solitude. I quieted my being to listen to the wisdom of the universe and the messages were bountiful. These 12 insights have shifted my perspective on life, creating more peace, love, and surrender in the process. Which of these 12 insights most resonates in your life? #12 was the biggest for me!
Read MoreTo create even more peace and harmony with ourselves and others, we can choose to operate from a place of observation with love and compassion, instead of jugment. This is best serving for all, regardless of the circumstances. So how do we distinguish judgement from observation? How do we shift into a space of compassionate observer?
Read MoreSometimes I feel amazement when I examine my life and I wonder, “How did I get here?” I’ve come to realize that all of my major life changing decisions happened while I was retreating. I can vividly remember the exact moment I chose to leave western medicine. It was on a vacation during my first year of residency. I was sitting on the beach, retreating at an Ashram in the Bahamas. Crystal blue waters sparkled in front of me as I looked out to the sea beyond my happy, sand covered toes. I felt at peace with a journal, pen in hand, and I vividly saw my future unfolding before me.
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