Awakening Your Inner Spirit

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Your spiritual journey to personal freedom reignites your confidence in yourself to rise to the occasion, to be courageous, and to have hope for yourself and life. Remember to focus on the present moment, let go of what no longer serves you, and embrace your authentic self to live a fulfilling life. 

Life is a canvas, and you are the artist. Choose your colors, create your masterpiece, and embrace the beauty of your unique journey. Let love be your foundation, and joy be your reward.  

The spiritual journey is primarily about being more, not having more. Spirituality is independent of any religion and relates to the development of the inner qualities known as the fruit of the Spirit, which is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Well-being relates to your mind, soul, and body being in sync, that is, gathering your fragmented pieces of self into a harmonious whole; nobody can do that for you, only you, through self-care can bring about this alignment.  

Enjoy emotional freedom by actively syncing with your inner being whilst watching and waiting to do the necessary as guided by your higher self.  The key to finding your own awakening is to develop a strong sense of self. Quietude allows you to go within and connect with the sacred that gifts you the intuitive comprehension that worrying offers no solution and just sickens your body, mind, and soul.  

The spiritual journey is not always easy, and it can be easy to get discouraged or impatient along the way. However, cultivating patience and fortitude is essential in developing a sense of responsibility to overcome obstacles and reach your goals. Start by setting realistic expectations for yourself and your journey. Recognize that change takes time and effort and be patient with yourself as you navigate the ups and downs of the process. 

Another way to cultivate patience and fortitude is to focus on the bigger picture. Remember why you started on this journey in the first place and what you hope to achieve. This will help you stay motivated and focused on your goals, even when things get challenging. 

Finally, practice self-care and self-compassion. Take time to rest and recharge when you need it and be kind to yourself when you make mistakes or encounter setbacks. Remember that the journey is just as important as the destination, and every step forward is a step in the right direction. Do not shrink in fear but let your inner warrior blaze forth and shine your light fearlessly. Once you understand that you are all possibilities you will not allow yourself to be boxed and labelled according to others' expectations.  

 Consciously choosing to manifest love in all situations helps you to let the energy of love guide you to reclaim your life. It requires finding your own path and following the journey wherever it leads. By learning about yourself, you can reclaim your sovereignty and prevent negative influences from interfering with your ability to reach your goals and capitalize on your innate talents. Stay rooted in love and let your heart guide you to make decisions that will shape your story into something beautiful.  

May you find inspiration in these quotes to align with your soul and choose the path that feeds it. 

 “All our souls touch others in different ways. An open heart and mind are helpful in this journey through life.” ― Phillip B. Chute  

“All our souls touch others in different ways. An open heart and mind are helpful in this journey through life.” ― Phillip B. Chute 

Each of us possesses the power to bring peace or war to another, as our behaviour can either soothe or enrage another soul. Spending time with positive people helps you to elevate your energy. Cherish the people that uplift, support, and accept you. Recognize that your legacy is largely based on how you made others feel. Leave others in a better Mindspace than how you found them, as the memory of emotional imprints you evoke in another are forever, thus be mindful and aware of the energy you bring to another. Know that People are gifts that God places along your path to help you find yourself. No one enters your life by accident. Being in need serves a purpose as it allows another to step up and be of service, exactly like God intended. Remember, compassion is the gateway to the sacred. When you look with your heart the sacred within you will recognize and appreciate the beauty in the world, for the Divine’s essence permeates everything. Through interaction with another, you get to know yourself. The Proverb “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another, "affirms that there is mutual benefit to be had through fellowship. Connect with yourself through others. It is only through stripping the self of the protective barriers that you built against life and love that you experience the wondrous essence of creation. 

“The power to your inner growth is in your own hands.” - Etheria Divine  

 

“The power to your inner growth is in your own hands.” - Etheria Divine 

Unveil the magic in you; remove the social mask and embrace your personal truth, unapologetically. Growth doesn't happen magically but through planting seeds. What seeds are you planting? Only you can take yourself from where you are to where you want to be. Reflect on what you are feeling and decide whether it is serving you. Recognize that thoughts are seeds that generate actions, let your thoughts help you to grow into who you are meant to be. Tap into your innate magic; Know and accept yourself. Being authentic allows you to walk by the beat of your own drum as love demands you to live and speak your truth, actualizing a higher sense of Self. Life schools you into becoming the best YOU. Everything that happens in your life is to Re-orient yourself towards the Divine by awakening you to the sacred, your truth, which you discover when you journey within. Remove the social mask and embrace your personal truth, showing the world all your colours, proudly. Doing you is the unwrapping and stripping away of all that is not you to awaken your truth so that you accept the love that returns you back to yourself so that you understand your truth. This metamorphosis allows you to connect with the sacred and revel in the vibrant exuberance of Being. 

"Awakening is not changing who you are, but discarding who you are not." – Deepak Chopra  

 

 

"Awakening is not changing who you are, but discarding who you are not." – Deepak Chopra 

Allow yourself the luxury of expanding and growing according to your inner knowing. Divesting yourself of all that does not resonate with your truth, allows you to discover and express the beauty and divinity of your soul. You are a cosmic spark of perfection, all you need is within you, so let’s do this, ignite your innate power, and let your brilliance shine. Be your own guru. Recognize that Self-love and awareness facilitate self-knowledge which is a catalyst for conscious growth. You tap into the Sacred, your innate magic, when you stay true to yourself as being authentic allows you to walk by the beat of your own drum as you have the inner strength and courage to speak and live by your convictions.  

 

"The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you really are." – Carl Jung  

 

"The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you really are." – Carl Jung 

Honouring yourself is to be committed to your right to exist. Discover your truth by becoming still and going within to explore the depths of your very being. Connecting with your heart helps you to divest yourself of the things that do not resonate with your true nature. You have greatness and unlimited potential in you. You just must remember that. Make time to discover your truth by becoming still and going within to explore the depth of your being. Connecting with your heart will help you to divest yourself of the things that do not resonate with your true nature. Release the outside voices of critics. Don't allow them to shift your good opinion of yourself. Zoom out, and don't allow the negative energies of others to penetrate you. Be ok with stepping into the unknown. You have everything that it takes to move forward. To be your most truthful self is to release yourself from other peoples’ expectations and definitions; to live your truth and own it. Remove the social mask and embrace your truth which will lessen your vulnerability. 

 

"Spirituality: the art of keeping your internal fire alive." – Maxime Lagacé  

"Spirituality: the art of keeping your internal fire alive." – Maxime Lagacé 

Harness the higher power that lies within you and use it to guide you. Know that you have innate value, don't let others take away from your value and energy. It is time for you to step out of negativity to live your life to the fullest. 

When you start to live from a place of love you soften into a new way of being, recognizing more about your true nature which helps you to live in a higher vibrational state. Life demands you to live your truth, actualizing a higher sense of Self. This encompasses embodying the sacred. Recognize that voicing your truth is reflective of living with purpose and passion which culminates in living in an empowering way. Don't dim your light to fit in. Share your voice to inspire and uplift others which are a source of happiness for oneself and for others, and be a pillar of light. 

 

“At any moment, you have a choice, that either leads you closer to your spirit or further away from it.” – Thich Nhat Hanh  

 

 

“At any moment, you have a choice, that either leads you closer to your spirit or further away from it.” – Thich Nhat Hanh 

Everything that happens in your life is to Re-orient you towards the Divine by awakening you to the sacred, your truth so that you can return to the path that leads to personal purpose and fulfilment. Recognize that comfort zones enfold you in a conformist lethargy that's the death knell to living authentically. Awaken to the sacred to release and unleash your truth. Reframing your thoughts to adopt a more positive stance enhances your ability to enjoy a happy and successful life. Shut out the negativity of others. Do not allow them to dim your brilliance. Listen to your spirit. Know that things will change for the better. Recognize that mind-made narratives about your life just disempower you. Instead release your insecurities and frustrations as it just takes you out of the universal flow, bringing blockages and distress. Kickstart your healing journey back to yourself by Knowing and Owning your shadows as doing this leads to healing, as you take charge, no longer at the mercy of these destructive forces but able to transform and integrate it for your highest good. You become empowered when you identify, accept and integrate your shadow aspects, to become whole, no longer hiding and ignoring the less stellar aspects of Self. This self-knowledge allows you to harness the totality of who you are which ultimately leads to fulfilment. 

“Hope is some extraordinary spiritual grace that God gives us to control our fears, not to oust them.” – Vincent McNabb  

 

“Hope is some extraordinary spiritual grace that God gives us to control our fears, not to oust them.” – Vincent McNabb 

One tends to rob oneself of inner peace with useless worry and fear. Enough. Better to listen to your heart and follow your intuition to sustain and nurture love, faith and peace in your life. Do not allow yourself to be engulfed and drowned by hopelessness or allow challenges to sink you into the depths of despair. Recognize that you are not alone in your struggles, the Divine always provides a way out. So be still so that you can recognize the opportunity in the chaos. Let your inner light shine to guide you out of turmoil. Hope restores and grows your trust in yourself, life and the Divine. It is tapping into your intuitive understanding that stems from the sacred self that gives you the knowledge of right action and divine timing, what to do and when to do it. Hope for a better future is what inspires confidence as it affirms your self-belief that you are worthy of living a good life, motivating you to stand firm amidst the chaos. Hope is like a beacon that shines in dark times, coming forth in your darkest hour, encouraging one to hold on, strengthening you not to give up when things appear hopeless, but to have faith that everything will be ok.

Adopting a hopeful stance is a quick way to inject positivity in situations in which fear seems overwhelming, which acts like a scattering of breadcrumbs that show you the way out of the forest of fear. Know that the magic you seek is inside of you, unleash it by removing the barriers of doubt Preventing you from living fully.  Transcend fear to Seize opportunities that speak to your soul. Don't let anyone dull your shine. Recognize that hope inspires you to declare “No, I deserve better than this!” It Is hope that strengthens you to get up, again and again, to keep going despite and in spite of challenging times. Hope inspires you not to quit but to start afresh, no matter how many times you fail. 

“The spiritual life does not remove us from the world but leads us deeper into it.” – Henri J.M. Nouwen  

“The spiritual life does not remove us from the world but leads us deeper into it.” – Henri J.M. Nouwen 

Recognize that the ebb and flow of your life is for your dynamic growth. The unceasing rhythm emulates the shifting patterns of your life as there is a constant interplay between what life gives you and what life takes away from you. Everything that happens in your life is to Re-orient yourself towards the Divine by awakening you to the sacred, your truth, which you discover when you journey within. Know that evolving is a life-long process. Life challenges you not to diminish yourself but to familiarize you with the deep truth that love is key in bringing you to wholeness within yourself. Be aware of the inner realm of your life to harvest spiritual insight. Your inner wisdom will help you to awaken to the truth of who you are. Remember you're never truly alone. The Divine has placed people on your path at strategic points to be there when you need a helping hand, a word of comfort, or an understanding ear to guide you back to your truth. Ask for help and learn to accept help with grace. Your soul attracts the people, places and things that will help your elevation to your truth. Choose the path that feeds your soul, always and seize the gift of each new day to continue the exciting journey of becoming. 


“Big-heartedness is the most essential virtue on the spiritual journey.” – Matthew Fox  

“Big-heartedness is the most essential virtue on the spiritual journey.” – Matthew Fox 

Big-hearted people create a warm, relaxed atmosphere of welcome and understanding around them promoting peace and harmony. Take a moment daily to Tune into the vibrational frequency of gratitude which are a source of happiness for oneself and for others.  Learn to let go of drama to curtail the intricacies of life from imprinting on your life negatively. This will free you to focus on better ways of being. When you identify from your soul you live and move in love and your awareness allows you to consider the needs of the collective and be of service to others. Know for sure that being big-hearted is being kind, peaceful, and gentle, while still being very powerful. Everything in your life works better when you live from your soul rather than your ego as it transcends all barriers honouring our interconnectedness first and foremost and Not kowtowing to divisive customs. Big-heartedness is a source of happiness for oneself and for others, of care and interest that signifies our oneness. Recognize that You can and should make a difference. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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