I was a guest on a podcast called The Conscious Consultant recently
I spoke about my spiritual journey and the forces of adversity that led me to my purpose.
Near the end of our interview, the host asked how I feel about the global challenges we face: climate change, political unrest, endless wars — you name it.
He wanted to know if I feel optimistic or pessimistic.
I told him I’m an optimist. Straight up! That’s my truth and I’m sticking to it.
Of course, the world is in turmoil. But think about it. Was there ever a time in history when the earth was without crisis?
Every spiritual tradition teaches the metaphysical truth that where there is darkness, there must also be light. I believe everything eventually balances out. If there are no challenges, there can be no growth.
During my Ifa divination training, my mentor, the late Afolabi Epega, said we must look for something good in every situation we find ourselves in. “Nothing is perfectly good,” he said, “and nothing is perfectly bad.”
Here’s what I choose to focus on instead:
1. Every day on planet earth, I know some people go out of their way to help others.
2. Every day on planet earth, someone, somewhere experiences some kind of spiritual transformation.
3. Every day on our planet, babies are born, and new poems, songs, dances are created.
4. Every day on our planet, someone, somewhere falls in love.
5. Every day, someone, somewhere wakes up to their own power and decides to take it back.
So, despite the global challenges, I’m looking forward to who I can become and who I can impact. I’m excited. I’m just getting started. I know magical things happen to someone, somewhere every day.
Magical things can happen to you.
Be open to transformation and be open to blessings that are coming your way.
I’ll be checking on you more often. Feel free to reach out anytime.
Looking forward to hearing what your goals are and how you plan to achieve them.
And it doesn’t mean things won’t work out in the end.
Stay on the path; keep taking one step forward every day. Think about how far you’ve come, and what you’ve learned along the way.
I was sharing this wisdom with a client recently, but I also feel inspired to share it with you.
In my client’s case, she’s a bit frustrated because she’s been trying to buy a house for the past year, but she’s been having so many challenges.
“Why do I have to fight for everything that comes to me?” she asked a few weeks ago.
I understand how she feels; I advised her not to take the setbacks personally.
Even though I don’t know exactly what you’re going through, I know this.
1. Most goals take longer than planned. I can’t think of a single goal I’ve achieved that happened in the time frame I envisioned.
2. Everyone is being tested in some way. You might not think others are being tested, but I can assure you they are. Most people will not admit what they are going through and the tremendous pressure they feel.
3. Adversity is necessary for our growth. If things come easily, our soul doesn’t get a chance to grow. We also don’t get a chance to discover our strengths and weaknesses.
I have full confidence my client will be successful buying a home. It’s just a matter of time. In fact, she texted me this morning to say “the bank accepted my original offer. It’s step forward.”
“Beautiful,” I said.
I’m happy for her. I’m also excited to hear what blessings might manifest for you if you stay on your path.
Don’t give up! Don’t get discouraged.
In time I pray the doors will open for you.
I’m here to support you. Feel free to write and I will respond as soon as I can.
That’s the text I received from one of my clients while I was out taking a walk today.
“He’s growing fast. He’s three pounds already. He’s very healthy and active,” said my client who’s seven months pregnant.
I smiled. It’s great news.
It was gratifying for me because I did a spiritual reading for my client about four years ago, and I told her she would be having a baby.
In fact, pregnancy came up for my client in several readings I did for her over the years. Since I started doing readings more than ten years ago, at least 12 women have delivered babies.
I love sharing in the joy of my clients. I also love supporting clients through rocky times.
My client isn’t the only one that’s about to begin a new chapter. My journey has taught me there’s so many chapters ahead of us.
Your soul is eternal. The journey you’re on has no end. So many things are possible for you.
While my client welcomes her newborn baby, who knows, you might receive news of a new job, a new promotion, a new relationship. Maybe a business opportunity will come your way.
Maybe you will have a spiritual transformation, or maybe your marriage will improve for the better. Who knows?
Of course, new chapters come with new challenges.
But guess what, beautiful things can come out of your challenges. Open the door. Don’t be afraid to walk through it.
Your soul is ready for an opportunity to evolve; it can be fun and exciting and terrifying all at the same time. But go for it.
This is all for now.
Would love to hear about any new chapters in your life.
But take a moment to be still. Not just today, but every day.
That’s when the answers you need are most likely to come to you.
That’s what my friend Cheree Hill shared during our FB Live a while ago.
You can listen to a short clip of our talk here.
She’s on a life-long journey of healing.
Cheree is the owner of YESS, a wellness center in San Leandro, California that offers a variety of services including weight and pain management, body sculpting and more.
Her journey into entrepreneurship began when she lost weight and wanted to help others do the same.
Along the way she has become very clear about what her gifts are and how to serve others.
What Cheree says about stillness is important. We can all benefit from this simple wisdom.
The pressures of life often make it difficult for us to hear our inner voice and what our soul needs.
Spirit wants us to thrive, not merely survive.
I hope stillness works for you.
Would love to hear how you’ve been, what you’re going through and what’s working for you.
