I’m reading more this year than I have in the past 20 years. Which, doesn’t actually mean I’ve read that much. Most of what I’m reading is on my new favorite topic, enlightenment. As in, “how to be” or, as in, “being fully self-realized.” Enlightenment, I’m now sure, is several levels above awakening. A level in which one truly, moment by moment, sees through the illusions that have otherwise captivated us, living a supernatural life of grace, abundance, and ease. Clearly, a state worth attaining.
Again and again, a few recurring themes keep showing up that help me to self-check my priorities and refresh my take on this wild year of all years, 2020.
First is, how utterly unimportant most things are that, heretofore, we (I) had often thought were very important. Like getting more done, making more money, being appreciated, and innovating. All of which are quite cool, they’re just not nearly as important as we (I) tend to think.
Second, being fully awakened is ultimately achieved through heart-centered living, and is our natural state. While living as we (I) tend to, achieved through intellectual thoughtfulness, is deeply problematic and far more difficult. Not that being head smart can’t pay massive dividends, too. But when used to complement our feelings, instead of deny them… magic follows.
By combining these two ah-has, I’m blessing 2020 as the year I’ve begun raising my own estimations of play, simplicity, and serving, as I finally get out of my own way, moment by moment, tuning into what my heart is feeling.
Happy October (and Happy Halloween)! 🎃
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