Jump into the ocean. Why are you swimming in the ocean? What does it do for you? Experience the feeling of water on your skin. Notice the increase of pressure upon your body. What is your intention? To cool yourself off? As you descend beneath the waves, can you think of anything but pure awareness and a deep, fulfilling connection with the flow of life-giving waters and movement of the ocean and its creatures? In everything you do, be present. Have fun with the question. It doesn’t have to be so serious. It’s not the doing or the action in our lives, but how we feel during that action.
My friend and I were having a chat one day. We were sitting in the Sedona dirt on the property where I lived. There was a sacred, spiral wheel made of stones, in front of us. My friend shared “I feel like there’s something that I am going to be doing for humanity. Something profound. But, I’m just not sure what that is.” We realized that if you want to do something for humanity, there is only one place to go. Your heart is the place. Pray not for others. There is not a problem out there. Pray to get yourself out of the way.
If you are being inspired, creating, intending from your heart with love and passion…and you are sitting in the dirt, you are doing more than millions of “volunteers” who are acting out of obligation or guilt. This is the secret to manifesting joy and abundance: Live from love. So, sit in the Earth, envision, create in your heart, open to all that is and know that this is all that is required for your place in the galaxies.
It’s all about energy or intention. We are energy. It’s not the object. It’s the intention put into the object that gives the object power. If you are clear that there is no need to fix or change any situation and there is only joy in what you are doing, then do it. Do it with your greatest passion! But, do not be attached to the outcome or how your gift is received. So, choose now to manifest a life greater than you could ever imagine. You don’t need to be an activist or do anything. But, it’s never too late to wake up. It’s never too late to love and accept everything about yourself. Which life will you choose to be truly happy in? This one? You deserve happiness. No one gives this to you or takes it away. Demand your happiness from yourself!
What if we want to be a good parent to our children? Because my father passed away when I was twelve and I felt he was such a loving father to me, I wanted to be sure to emulate that with my kids. But, what happened in my then unaware mind was this. I was sure to be the greatest Dad and then feel like I deserved something for myself because of it. I thought that I was being fully engaged. Actually, I wasn’t. Instead of being the finest example of an awake human being filled with light, I also justified sacrifice for my kids, teaching them to sacrifice your livelihood, your joy and happiness. I was doing what I knew how to do, by osmosis from society. I know this sounds harsh or demented or crazy…do not focus on becoming a good parent. Your children are also divine beings, in a smaller body, and amazingly capable. Do not get caught up in directing them too closely into the illusion. Let them express themselves. They have had a shorter pause between this reality and All-That-Is. Honor this. By awakening to your truth and the fullness of who you really are, your role as a good parent will be the best. The best thing that you can do for your kids is to uncover yourself, to heal your traumas and understand your emotions and to realize who you really are. Teach them the “Art of Allowing”. Let them know that well-being is waiting to flow directly to them, once they allow it. Practicing good thoughts and appreciation will attract more well-being. Imagine that! Imagine that kind of lesson for your children. Try to imagine that display of love. Your kids will learn to do the same thing.
I was remembering this thought about having intention, while I was riding my BMW motorcycle over the pass of Mt. Hood. I had three layers of clothes on. I even had boot covers to keep my feet warm. Still, at 2 degrees Celsius, it was cold. As I stopped to get gas, the snow started. It was then, as I wiped the new snow from the face shield of my helmet, that I remembered my intention…to serve humanity and have an adventure doing it. I had faith that I would have the most exciting adventure possible and still be safe. It’s funny, I don’t really have a fear of dying. Though, I don’t like the idea of being injured. Maybe I’ll even heal that thought, someday…