Birthing Pains

I don't need to tell you about the massive challenges and changes going on around the world. The headlines are full of natural disasters, wars, economic roller coasters, a growing gap between the rich and the poor--you name it. And while it can seem like things are as bad as they can get, I think they are going to get much worse before they get better. I don’t say this to stir up fear. There is nothing to be afraid of. As the labor pains of childbirth can be painful and continue to intensify, so too are we in a time of intensification that can feel scary and be painful. Yet the beauty of new life—a true miracle—is waiting to emerge. It is a natural process...one we don't have to be afraid of.

This is true for each of us, and for our whole planet. With the end of the Mayan calendar, we are moving into a new Age of great possibility--one of greater wisdom, collaboration and respect for each other and the Earth. However, the old ways are still crumbling, and it is up to us to co-create a new reality on our planet. We are being called to release our clinging to external forms of guidance and support and strengthen our connection to the wisdom, intuition and spiritual guidance that comes from within.

To the extent that we choose to release our fearful and egoic tendencies to stay comfortable and maintain the status quo, it will be a painful process. Resisting the contractions of childbirth only only intensify the pain and difficulty of the process. Instead, learning to BE and flow with the changes, staying connected to our hearts, and making choices in alignment with our authentic self and guidance from Spirit will allow us to move more quickly and easily through this time of transition.

Here's to a more awake, conscious, authentic, respectful and loving society where we ALL are valued and supported to contribute our unique gifts, and live in harmony with ourselves, each other, and the planet...for the sake of the generations to come. I am excited to be creating such a reality with you, in service to the Oneness that is in and through us all.