Discovering Our Authentic Self
Seeing our true potential is no easy task. It requires us to take responsibility for where we are, to be vulnerable with our desires and fears, and to seek guidance from our elders. Our inner world is often masked by layers of conditioningâlike digital filters that alter a selfieâmaking it difficult to see our unfiltered truth.
Confronting Vulnerability and Self-Judgment
We all have parts of ourselves that are hard to face, aspects longing to be loved and nurtured. Instead of blaming our parents, society, or even God, the real challenge is to own our present state and take steps toward a life that resonates with our true nature. It is in this acceptance of vulnerability that we find the courage to actualize our dreams.
Life as a Journey of Resilience
Life is not without struggle. We carry stories, burdens, and regrets. Yet, as Cheech Marinâs character in The Long Game reminds us, âLife is like the game of golf. It does not matter where or what you are inâyou play it as it lies, look for the flag, and do your best to stay on track.â Our journey often resembles Groundhog Day, with repeated patterns that continue until weâre ready to evolve.
Embracing the Power of Choice
Much like Neo in The Matrix, we face choices that can be daunting. Trusting ourselves enough to break free from the habitual blame game requires taking a leap of faith. This leap is not solitary; it is part of a larger shift in dimensional awareness that connects us all.
Tapping into Collective Wisdom
We are entering a time when ancient propheciesâsuch as the Eagle and Condor and the Hopi Rainbow Tribeâremind us that we are more than our divisions. We are all interconnected, animated by the divine pulse of life. In the wisdom of Ayurveda, we learn that just as you cannot accurately take your own pulse, you need the reflection and guidance of others to truly understand your state.
Transforming Obstacles into Opportunities
Trust is the cornerstone of transformation. It calls on us to embrace the archetypal Foolâthe first card in the Tarotâbefore we take flight. When we humble ourselves before the wisdom of our elders, we find that every sand trap and water hazard in life can be reimagined as a sacred space for grounding, relaxation, and growth.
Learning from the Elders
A teacher once said, âCreator God is not going to give you the teachings directly if they have already manifested in the physical.â Our elders are here for us to learn from. Through their wisdom, combined with our own experiences and the light within our hearts, we navigate our journey toward our truest selves.
Embracing the Journey Ahead
No matter the obstacles, life continually guides us home. As my brother and elder Brian Gibson reminds us, âIt is up to us to listen, soften, open up, and let the love of Creator into our hearts as the guiding light.â The path is before us, and the choice to embrace our true potential is ours alone.