Personal, Collective, and Global Darkness Under the Light

"Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you,

they're supposed to help you discover who you are."

Bernice Johnson Reagon

It takes courage to stand in the light and truly see our misconceptions and tainted perceptions.  After cultivating the strength to be present in the light, one slowly discovers what lingers in the darkness.

The goal to fully embrace light, to be light, and to beam our light out into the world, is only the first layer.  When we have learned to be in alignment with light, then we are called to turn and truly see what lurks in the shadows both internally and externally.

As we explore the ever present darkness, we begin to realize there are numerous layers to healing. When we unearth and shed our own discoveries, we become aware of similar patterns waiting to be released collectively and globally.  

Never Ending

"Life's challenges are not suppose to paralyze you,

they're supposed to help you discover who you are."

Bernice Johnson Reagon

In time, we learn that sustained development does not protect us from upheaval.  There seems to be only 'in the moment' strength to help us face unexpected experiences.  Ideally, we have learned to stand in pain, while gathering fortitude to discover higher ground.

Whether mentally overcome with emotions or physically overwhelmed by the threat of  harm, we frequently may feel paralyzed by fear.  Trapped in the suspended moment, alignment seems very far away.

When reality sinks in and we prepare for a new journey, it is helpful to remember accomplishments from the past.  Strength is gathered as we feel the light within which we are able to carry into any darkness.  Life is the never ending process.