Lessons from the Wobble: Persevering to Find Stability Amid Uncertainty

Today, my yoga practice focused on maintaining balance amid losing our ground. We explored balancing our bodies along different edges of our bodies - from laying on our backs to getting on hands knees and toes, to Downward Dog and Three-Legged Downward Dog, and finally, one-legged balances and flow.

This practice awakened a keen sense of curiosity in me. I was mindful, and observant of how my body felt throughout the flow. However, I also noticed moments of irritation when I would wobble through my balance.

But, this is what the practice was all about - it encouraged the wobble. Life is full of moments where we tread new ground. How can we expect to navigate unfamiliar paths when we aren’t yet aware of the terrain? When we haven’t developed the necessary skills, it’s only natural to take our time to find steadiness and maintain balance.

I needed this lesson. Sometimes I wish I could bypass some experiences to quickly leap into the good times. Or, I wonder why things aren't taking shape despite my efforts. Perhaps the struggles themselves are necessary—our balance emerges through them. By surrendering to these unknown terrains, we allow ourselves to learn and adapt, naturally finding our way through them.

We just need to be willing to get lost for a while.

Everything is Energy

Everything is energy. Life is a process of continuous transformation. When we rely solely on mental ideals—linear, analytical thinking—we limit ourselves to the constructs of the mind. However, when we attune to the energetic frequencies of our vision, we open ourselves to new possibilities. It’s about showing up unapologetically and fully participating in the reality we want to create.

The intention and presence with which we show up is also energy—a form of potential energy. This intangible force shapes how we interact with the world, influencing the outcomes we experience. Transformation occurs when a unit of energy is moulded or alchemized into something new.

The key to understanding this lies in how we feel. When you think about your vision, does it inspire you to take meaningful steps forward? Or does it drain you with the weight of endless, “realistic” to-dos? Let your feelings guide your measure of progress.

Take health as an example. Instead of fixating on rigid steps or numbers, focus on how you want to feel—stronger, energetic, and enduring. Your measure of health becomes the feeling itself. How do you feel when you nourish your body with wholesome, fibre-rich, nutrient-dense food? How does it feel to be mindful, rather than obsessive, about what you consume? When your focus shifts to these feelings, your approach to health and exercise transforms naturally.

I often draw inspiration from activities that leave me feeling uplifted and hopeful. It could be a melody that moves me, a workout that invigorates me, or the sheer excitement of an inspired vision. These experiences propel me forward, creating a momentum that feels both meaningful and sustainable.

Another key to transformation is deciding how we feel about something. Often, we get stuck in habitual responses to circumstances. Change begins with a shift—a decision to reinterpret what a situation means to us. This internal decision sets a clear intention: This is how it’s going to be from now on. Once we commit to this shift, our internal system adapts, aligning with our new direction.

Ultimately, we experience life through our inner feelings. These feelings shape how we perceive ourselves and how we respond to the world. When we draw our actions from the feelings that inspire us, they encourage us to act with greater intention and purpose. In this way, every action becomes a ripple of change, leading us toward a more intentional, aligned life.

Meditation; and Revelations

Today, after a long while, I returned to my longer meditations. I felt it was time to reconnect with myself. My intention for today's practice was simple: to notice my breathing. I didn't expect too much from it; I just wanted to experience my inner state for about half an hour to begin my day.

As I settled into the practice, a few insights emerged. I noticed that when we immerse ourselves in stillness, we can see our circumstances beyond the veil of interpretation. Layers unfold, revealing depth far beyond what is easily seen.

Today's practice revealed that even my deepest thoughts exist at the superficial level. Meditation asks us to delve into our being, a place where there is no escape. It is a space where we must meet ourselves fully, without pretence or avoidance.

In this space, I discovered a lesson: meditation teaches us to embody our essence and our true nature. Who we truly are, exists in our depth—undefinable, unknowable, and always in transition. We are not the identities we’ve constructed or what we’ve been taught to believe about ourselves.

What surprised me most was the clarity that emerged. The answers I had been pondering surfaced effortlessly. Even though I hadn’t begun the practice intending to seek them. Meditation is not about seeking—it is about being. In that state of being, everything we need is revealed, one layer at a time.

Meditation is a practice of meeting ourselves without running away. It reminds us that we are far more than the labels and definitions placed upon us. Yet, it also shows us that clarity is within reach when we allow ourselves to simply be. This process bridges the gap between the mind and the divine, connecting us to the vastness of the universe within.

Our bodies and minds are vessels of the universe, and meditation is the bridge that connects us to divine insight. It invites us to embody our being, and our depths, and to trust that our thoughts alone can never take us far enough.

I feel curious to see what meditation holds for me moving forward. It feels like an endless journey inward, filled with revelations and newfound possibilities.

Rooted in Transience

Everything is fleeting. Each of us has a unique purpose that propels us forward on our paths. Our beliefs that we had once held on to so tight, can no longer serve our next phase. In fact, there comes a point where our long-held beliefs can sabotage us if we don't keep the courage to relieve them from our experience.

Our minds often trick us into thinking that life is stagnant. Yet, when we document our days, we see how much we've changed in a year—or even more so over the past few years. This illusion of constancy arises because our minds are wired to exist in the present moment, making this moment feel eternal and unchanging.

We base our routines around this perceived mundanity, unaware of how easily things can shift. The truth is, there’s nothing permanent to hold onto. The foundations we’ve meticulously constructed, often rooted in fear, can topple at any moment. In our attempts to control what feels uncontrollable, we restrain ourselves in need of stability.

But the quicker we accept life’s inherent impermanence, the sooner we can reconnect with ourselves. By embracing this transience, we allow ourselves to create a life aligned with our inner truths. When we adopt a mindset of adaptability, we train our thoughts to flow with ever-changing circumstances, instead of resisting them.

The ultimate strength lies not in building rigid foundations but in creating one that thrives amidst change. When we root ourselves in the knowledge that life is transient, we cultivate resilience and a sense of ease. This perspective shifts us from fearing change to welcoming it as a natural part of growth.

We can then embrace the fleeting nature of life—not as a limitation but as a gift. For in this constant motion, we find the essence of what it means to truly be alive.

Reflecting on the Fleeting Nature of Time

 Time is of the essence. Strike when the iron is hot. Every flower blooms in its own time.

There are many quotes about time, yet the underlying lesson remains the same: Time is fleeting, and it waits for no one. Even the greatest minds are humbled by its changes, for they can't control it.

We can never predict the changes time may bring. For, anything can happen at any moment.

We all change with time, as do seasons, and circumstances. No phases of life remain the same. A pure childhood changes into confused adolescence, and into a reflective adulthood soaked in nostalgia.

Our mind can trick us into believing that we are stagnant in the here, and now. Yet, every moment causes subtle shifts. We gain new realizations or adopt new habits, and we can notice our thought processes evolve. Sometimes, when someone from the past reappears unexpectedly, it brings our perception back to the present.

Suddenly, we may begin viewing the world through someone else's lens, grasping perspectives we couldn't before. Our worldviews shift.

The things we hold on to - the memories, the assumptions, the routines, the expectations or the people - can shift with no warning. In a way, we are living by a thread, one that could snap at any time. The present is all we truly have.

Now is all we have. For later, may never arrive. 

When Hope Is Small and Quiet

Once we become attuned to our day-to-day ways of being, it becomes easier to notice where our actions stem from—whether they arise from a place of inspiration or from a sense of obligation, and whether we are moving towards things or avoiding them.

I noticed that sometimes, I unconsciously retreat from the things I want to face. This avoidance manifests as procrastination, dismissal of thoughts or external opinions without reflection, steering clear of certain conversations, or even freezing up when it's time to act.

We often run away from what we need to do because we aren't willing to face the work it requires - or the unknown consequences that lay on the other side. Our minds can amplify these fears, turning small inconveniences into insurmountable challenges. This perceived "bigness" can sometimes leave us feeling debilitated.

While these moments can feel heavy, the best way to move ahead is to take whatever seems the smallest step. It could be something like getting out of bed or sipping some water. Maybe even combing your hair. These actions can seem significant when it feels like the struggle is all there is. Each one is a quiet, and powerful message to your psyche: I feel hopeful. I care to move forward. I will not allow this debilitation to stop me.

When we focus on accomplishing these tasks, we begin to shift our momentum. These steps, no matter how seemingly tiny, can create space for courage, resilience and progress.

Moving forward doesn't need to be a grand gesture or the correct solution. Sometimes, it's simply showing up for yourself in the ways that matter to you in the moment. Sometimes, just by acknowledging you can't do something, you extend the most loving expression of compassion to yourself.

Edging Toward Clarity

Clarity is a profound sense of knowing or a clear direction. It is intuitive. It is a sudden realization; unexpecting, and can catch us off guard. It is the result of intentionally exploring your curiosity, and keeping your heart open despite the uncertainty of what could be revealed from it.

Receiving clarity on any aspect of your life requires you to deep dive into your daily choices. It is the product of deliberate thinking, wondering and connecting the dots. It asks you to reflect time and again, so through this process, what is important to you is revealed.

Clarity can often arise through confusion. It requires us to master the skills of stillness, curiosity, observation and openness. Most times, it also requires us to keep calm in the chaos and be patient while everything unfolds in its time. It teaches us to manage our emotions, so they don't hinder the traction moving us through.

This isn't an easy journey. It requires one to meet their truth, which can feel intimidating when they are not ready to see it. It can be painful, traumatic even. One can receive clarity, only when they are ready to face this confusion. It can feel heartbreaking most days and shatter the world as we know it. With this loss, it asks you to get up once again. This time moving with the resolve of what truly matters.

On Freedom: A Personal Perspective

Whether they realize it or not, freedom means different things to different people. Many of us feel constrained in our daily lives, bound by structures we can’t seem to break free from. These rigid structures might include routines, conditioning, current systematic, political and behavioural environments, or the beliefs that arise from them, often creating an undercurrent of fear.

When fear takes hold, our instinct is often to rush forward and fix our circumstances. However, this fear is usually mind-made—a thought we’ve chosen to believe. Until we allow ourselves to fully experience this fear in our bodies, it governs us. Our life choices and next steps are often based on these fears, leading us to be driven by a mindset that keeps us stuck.

When we explore what freedom looks like for different people, it reveals their deepest longings. For some, freedom might mean living a safe and secure life—something their parents may not have been able to provide. For others, it might mean expressing themselves freely, without judgment or restriction. For many, freedom is about escaping circumstantial burdens to live a life where they can breathe easily and exist comfortably.

For me, freedom means a life where I am no longer restrained by my past or lingering fears. It’s about transcending the limits set by my beliefs and allowing my imagination to blur the constraints of my present capacity. This perspective empowers me to show up fiercely in life, ready to confront anything that holds me back. Freedom, for me, also means giving myself permission to rest, free from the constant expectation to perform. It’s about taking a break when I need it, for as long as I need it.

It’s unfair to define freedom collectively or to portray it as a one-size-fits-all concept, as we often see on social media. Our experiences differ in ways that are deeply personal and sometimes inexplicable. Remembering that everyone is doing their best within the context of their unique lives is essential—and commendable.

Freedom is not a universal standard; it is an intimate reflection of who we are and what we long for most. By honouring this individuality, we can embrace both our own journeys and those of others with empathy and consideration.

On Receiving: A Reflection on What We Accept

Many times, we focus on what we don’t have. When this happens, it’s easy to feel despair, complain, or wonder if something is wrong with us or the world. What we might not realize is that in these moments, we are receiving exactly what we notice: lack, frustration, and discontentment.

But what happens when, despite our circumstances, we start noticing what we already have? When we shift our attention to what works effectively in our lives—however small— creates a ripple effect. We begin to see more of these qualities - the resources, opportunities, and a mindset shift. Even challenging circumstances can become resources for growth and creation when viewed through this lens.

When we consciously focus on what we already have, it transforms our perception. With this, our mind functions through the lens of abundance and gratitude. We not only see what is present, but also the potential all around us. This energy allows us to engage fully, to create consciously, and to bring our visions and ideas to fruition.

Human Relationships: Boundaries and Interactions:

Boundaries are crucial in relationships. People treat us to the level we treat ourselves. If we’re not mindful of what we tolerate from others—even something as seemingly small as a snarky comment—it can set up an environment for future disrespect.

When we uphold our boundaries and clarify what behaviours are acceptable, we teach others to interact with us. Many of us are taught to prioritize others, often at the cost of our well-being. But putting others first without considering our needs tends to set us back.

Instead, when we meet others at the level we meet ourselves—with honesty and respect—we set a valuable standard for how we want to be treated. Being upfront about our capacities and communicating our needs makes it easier for others to understand this to reciprocate.

However, if despite clear and persistent communication, someone refuses to respect your boundaries, it’s important to re-evaluate how you engage with them.

Shifting Perspectives:

The next time you feel unhappy with your circumstances, ask yourself: What am I accepting? This question can illuminate where a shift is needed—whether in your perspective, your actions, or your boundaries.

When you are mindful of what you accept, whether from yourself, your circumstances, or others, you set a stage for what you're ready to receive. This is YOUR step toward creating the life and relationships you truly desire.

Embracing the Unknown: Freeing the Illusion of Control

The unknown feels incredibly normal to me now. A space in time that once sent me into a frenzy has become a place I tread daily. I’ve come to realize I’ve lost so much in life—not in terms of tangible possessions, but the mind-made ideals, expectations, and conditioning that once defined me. There is far less of the person I used to be. This extraordinary unknown has taken over my life.

You'll know what to do. Trust yourself :)

Perhaps I’ve realized the unknown is no longer dangerous. Instead, it has become a space where I no longer expect anything. It is a realm of no expectations.

The world, as I understand it now, is not outside of me—it never was. The true universe lies within my body, within my experience. Connecting to calm cannot come from any external source. It is only when we take the time to connect with the energy within ourselves that we discover the chaos leading us to calm.

The unknown is not an external realm; it exists within. The respite we seek also lies there. This is why becoming conscious of our needs is essential—it allows us to care for ourselves, even in the smallest ways. Connecting with ourselves reveals parts of us we never knew existed. It allows us to take chances in those aspects that we originally wouldn't have.

We also come to understand that these qualities are not permanent. They are in a constant state of transition. My identity, preferences, and thought processes are likely to shift at any moment.

Connecting with the unknown frees us from the illusion of control. It allows us to focus solely on our efforts, rather than the outcome. 

Switching Up Routines to Enhance Creativity and Occupy the Present Moment

Intentional progress in our lives is often reflected through a carefully curated routine. These routines help refine our intuition and guide us in considering our next steps.

However, if our routines become too rigid, they can feel restrictive and monotonous. While our brains thrive on routines, they can also shift into autopilot mode, leaving little room for growth, creativity, or improvement—just repetitive habits.

I curate my routines to include variety. While many aspects of life don’t always allow for this, I make it a point to incorporate flexibility wherever possible.

I enjoy having a routine I can return to daily, but one that also allows play. This balance has enhanced my creativity, nurtured my sense of exploration, kept me consistent with my goals, and helped realign me with my purpose during difficult times.

Here are some ways that one can intentionally switch up their routines once in a while:

• Make Space for Different Components on Different Days: You don’t have to force yourself to do everything in one day. Spread out your productive activities throughout the week. For example, if you want to focus on meditation, yoga, and strength training, you can schedule them for different days instead of cramming them into one. After all, what's the point if you can't savour the benefits of each one individually?

• The Art of Noticing: This is especially useful for activities that require rigidity. When these tasks start feeling predictable, take a moment to notice something new. Pay attention to the small details around you. For instance, notice your hands—perhaps you need to moisturize them more frequently now that winter is approaching. Or observe something outside—has the weather shifted, or has the sun's warmth toned down today? This practice creates space for curiosity and allows you to engage with the present moment.

• Attune to Your Moods: We don’t feel the same way every day, or all the time. And that’s okay. On days when you feel good, embrace the energy—dress up, dance, or initiate conversations. On days when you're not feeling as lively, give yourself permission to brood and move at your own pace. Your inner self will thank you for this kind consideration.

• Switch Up Your Activities: Routine activities, like commuting, can feel mundane over time. To make this experience fun, try switching things up. Listen to music or a podcast you’ve been meaning to catch up on. Read a light book that doesn’t require too much commitment, or use the time to reflect on your thoughts. If you are someone who tends to observe, you can jot down ideas or journal during your commute. This small change can make even the most repetitive tasks feel more engaging.

• Simply Get Curious: Return to your list of unfinished tasks. Is there an article or book you’ve been meaning to read? A word whose meaning you’ve wanted to understand? Or a topic you’ve been curious about? Take the time to explore these things. Curiosity fills your mind with interesting thoughts, keeping your days from feeling stagnant.

We shouldn’t fear boredom. In our stillness, we can often encounter the aspects of ourselves that we fear the most. Boredom can become a doorway to curiosity, teaching us how to engage with our time intentionally. Instead of avoiding it, we can use it to fuel creativity and self-reflection.

Ultimately, your attitude shapes your mindset in every moment. Life will often feel the same every day, but when you incorporate these practices into your routine, you invite growth, discovery, and a deeper connection to the present moment. By embracing structure and spontaneity, you create a personalized routine that supports progress, fosters creativity, and aligns with your purpose.

On Transcension: Surrendering To Our Essence

Ever since my journey of personal development began, I’ve wanted to become someone beyond what I was. This aspiration has driven me to pursue bigger goals, and along the way, I aligned my qualities to meet these ambitions. However, somewhere along this path, I realized I was always in pursuit of “more”—and this “more” never seemed to be enough.

Throughout this process, I had to let go of many deeply rooted beliefs, to the point where I often felt alone. I understood that nothing truly makes sense unless we give it meaning. Everything in this physical world is, in a way, constructed—except for human connection, creativity, innovation, and our routines. Unlearning the familiar pushed me into the unknown, yet it built a strong foundation within me. Now, I feel I can express myself in the truest sense. There are still miles to go, but for the first time in a long time, it feels like things are finally coming together.

My point is that we often believe we need to transcend ourselves, to go beyond everything we’ve ever imagined we could be. However, all we are, at our core, is human. And despite our limitations, there is so much we can do. It begins with setting out to achieve goals that truly align with our deepest sense of self.

This journey of "transcendence" was never about leaving ourselves behind; it was about meeting ourselves where we are. This is, above all, a lesson in self-acceptance and accountability. We can only move forward when we embrace our current reality. When we boldly set our truth free—regardless of its form and despite the fears we conjure in our minds—we surrender to the unknown, where possibilities become endless.

By allowing ourselves to fall, we trust to find the strength to rise again. In this process, we learn that growth isn’t about constantly reaching for more but about finding fullness in who we already are.

Listening to Anxiety, as a Messenger

Anxiety can be disruptive if we allow its magnitude to take over us. Like our other emotions, anxiety is a messenger—a signal inviting us to get curious about why we feel restless or uneasy about certain aspects of our lives.

A reminder I can easily come back to 

Sometimes, anxiety catches us off guard. Its impact can vary widely, with some experiencing mild discomfort and others facing more intense incapacitation. At this phase of my life, anxiety is present, but I'm also choosing to lean into the discomfort, exploring how I can expand my capacity to be present with it in all its varying forms.

Change often requires shedding—letting go of old thought patterns, ingrained sensations, and habitual responses. This is a process of seeking a renewed way of being. While our minds are comforted by routine, it’s essential to embrace change slowly and intentionally. Some changes come abruptly, forcing us to adapt, while others are more deliberate shifts, made consciously as we transform ourselves one day at a time.

In my experience, anxiety tends to ease when I take steps, no matter how small, toward progress. Anxiety may sometimes feel overwhelming, catching us by surprise, and in these moments, it's crucial to be kind to ourselves.

Celebrating our small wins is vital. If we take these small steps for granted, then even our bigger achievements may feel empty. I’ve come to realize this could be why I sometimes feel low despite my efforts; perhaps I haven’t valued these small successes enough.

Addressing the root cause of anxiety is a meaningful step toward relief. It’s all about moving forward and making tiny, incremental progress. This enables us to move cautiously, yet daringly through the unknown. 

The Freedom of Wholeness: How Embracing Our Darkness Liberates Us

Psychologically, our "darkness" refers to those aspects of our lives that we haven’t yet explored or have consciously decided to neglect. These are qualities that society has often labelled as unacceptable, and we have, in turn, avoided engaging with them. In fact, we have villainized them. We’ve been conditioned to fear these qualities, pushing them aside instead of listening to where these stories originate.

Some of these qualities include failure, rejection, feeling like an outcast, self-doubt, and any form of resistance. These are the things we’ve learned to fear and, in doing so, we avoid confronting them. But when we begin to engage with our darkness directly, these qualities are no longer exiled. Instead, they reveal their patterns and their purpose for existence.

The more we accept these traits, we learn to cultivate compassion within ourselves. Of course, there will be days when it’s difficult to accept certain aspects. But when we allow ourselves to be open and experience difficult emotions, we begin to relate to these qualities differently. We become more welcoming of them as part of who we are.

This is what it means to be whole: accepting the parts of us that society and culture deem unacceptable. When we accept these traits, we become confident in our sense of being. Because despite their existence, we hold these parts with us, carrying them as sources of strength and determination that propel us forward.

Lately, my life experiences have been urging me to confront the parts of myself that I have been resisting. Some days, it feels as though I have curated my life to avoid certain things. But the more I avoid them, the greater the sense of resentment I build toward myself. This has led me to reflect deeply on my needs and take the necessary actions. In doing so, I’ve been led to meet the parts of myself I’ve resisted.

While it’s difficult on some days when I face these parts, I feel a sense of invigoration—as if a new aspect of myself has been revealed, and it is here to stay. I also feel a renewed sense of compassion toward my past selves. This compassion is forgiving, loving, and supportive, holding me through my grief and remorse.

At times, it truly feels as if the ultimate, infinite source of love comes through me. Our challenge is simply to open ourselves up to it.

Centering through Complexity: Embracing Life’s Contradictions, While Staying True to Our Sense of Being

Life is a contrast. You can never know how the beliefs you've held on to can challenge your faith in them. Maybe the whole point of existing here is learning that nothing stays. It's a lesson in letting go, as many times as we need to.

As move through life and practice connecting with others at varying levels, we realize that the truth of all our experiences is real, no matter their unexpectedness and randomness. When our subjective (and visceral) worlds meet others, it is a reminder that their experiences are those that we may never fathom, but simply seek to witness.

Life exists with a range of complexities. Having said this, it is important to attune to your sense of being. Your rootedness emerges from the depth with which you are willing to connect to yourself. This anchor, like a compass, leads us through uncertainty.

When life leads us through these uncertainties, we meet multiple truths, though not our own, still real within their own rights. We may get swayed in these storms and inherit beliefs that aren't a reflection of our core/ source.

Hence it is important to learn to attune with our bodies, as they provide us insights and guidance based on our true selves, our tender longing. At such times, it is also crucial to cultivate a sense of safety in our bodies amid the uncertainty. When we ground with trust, our body follows this instinct. This groundedness keeps you firm and steady while you experience the full spectrum of what life has to offer, without collapsing to any truth that isn't yours to embody.

It allows you to experience and respect the many, many truths of the outside world while honouring your own.

The point of these nuances is to not allow them to break you down. Rather give you space to position yourself back into your true sense of being, once this storm passes. This allows our bodies and minds to stay centred on ourselves while experiencing the full range of what it means to be human.

This practice allows us to not only reflect on objectivity but also makes space to honour, embolden and express our subjective truths. It enables us to fully experience and live out our longing, without diminishing its intensity.

The only way forward is to constantly surrender oneself to these cycles of psychological deaths and rebirths. Each time we let go of something, we make space for something new to take its place.

On Experiencing Psychological Deprivation and Supporting Yourself Through It

One day, I realized that so much of life comes down to how we respond to deprivation. Deprivation is often a mindset—a belief that we lack essential resources or qualities. It’s the sense that we’re lingering on the edge of survival, with nothing beyond it.

Deprivation can manifest in both tangible and psychological forms. While tangible deprivation, such as poverty or lack of basic resources, is undeniable and urgent, this article will focus on the psychological aspect, where my experience and insights lie.

Through this lens, I hope to raise awareness of how psychological deprivation affects us, approaching this complex subject with compassion and offering insights for those navigating emotional or mental challenges.

In my experience, every time I felt as if everything was about to end, it turned out to be another emotional state—a place from which I simply had to gather myself and move forward. Over time, we learn to live with the loss.

When I understood that every ideal or quality I held in my mind was a construct, I also realized that deprivation is, too. It’s simply another story we tell ourselves. So, I decided to observe, unpack, explore, and ultimately reframe my experience with deprivation.

Deprivation, like other ideals, can also be psychological. In fact, we often create this sense of lack and structure our lives around the fear of approaching its edge. We dread facing our failures and lows. Yet, when we allow ourselves to fully experience these fears, we become unbreakable. In doing so, we confront the worst that could happen—and discover that we can endure it.

Accepting my deprivation felt like diving headfirst into my defeat. I surrendered to my failure, prepared to embrace everything it would bring. We fear this, as it seems to signal an end—much like death itself. In essence, fearing deprivation is akin to fearing a psychological death.

When we confront the reality of our deprivation, we discover the power to create and reinvent a new source of life. This becomes the foundation of our abundance, as we are, in a sense, building a new life from the ashes of the old.

When you fully accept your deprivation, you take accountability for it. You focus on unlearning the systems that no longer serve you, gaining insights and direction for your next journey, and learning to trust what lies ahead. Why? Because from this point onward, there is nothing left to fall back on.

Deprivation pushes you to hit your lowest point, only to rise again as your best self. The true gift lies in the experiences along the journey, for they will teach you everything you need to instinctively know to move forward.

Honouring Our Intuition: Rest and Recovery

Lately, every few weeks, I experience a kind of fatigue - physical exhaustion accompanying the mental. As if this period is inviting me to take a break. Ever since I began my creative work and became more attuned to the nuances in my body, this feeling has intensified.

Sometimes, I experience a mild lethargy even in the middle of the day. At such times, I nap or take a break from whatever I am working on. I noticed when I intentionally pursue the break, it rejuvenates me fully, and I can easily get back on track with my work.

The wonderful thing about these recovery processes is that my body actively calls for them. It gently winds down everything I’m doing, making it impossible to continue working until I’ve honoured my need for a break. This goes for everything that forms a part of my day-to-day rituals.

This winding down allows me to nourish, relax and fully rest without the need to get back to my work. Until, once again I am invited to finish my break and continue my work. Since becoming sensitive to this process, I’ve found that my discipline is now guided by intuition.

This practice encourages me to approach discipline with flexibility, free from rigid schedules. It allows me to move naturally with the flow of each day, rather than feeling bound by a strict structure that might stress or guilt me.

This practice has cultivated immense self-trust. I no longer feel drawn to distractions, and it’s easier to focus in regular, smaller bursts rather than keeping myself busy for hours on end. It creates a harmonious balance between work, play, and curiosity.

When we value our rest as much as our work, stress naturally begins to fade away. For now, we can look forward to our rest periods.

Embracing Human Limitations: The Role of Presence, Purpose and Collective Interdependence

To be human is to be limited. As Rumi said, we are the universe in ecstatic motion. Yet, sometimes we get too caught up in trying to bring about change in the world.

As humans, there is only so much we can intentionally share with the world—our empathy, compassion, and ability to comprehend the experiences of others.

Eventually, we come to realize that, despite each person's reality existing in its own right, we also want to be present with our own. At this point, the energy of contradiction flowing through us can feel overwhelming. Rather than fearing it, we can practice being present with its magnitude.

We begin to crave and grow curious about our own existence and experiences. This curiosity calls for a deep commitment to living out our purpose.

Our purpose serves as a channel that invites us to express ourselves fully, as the person we are meant to be. This requires us to release conditioned ideas about our purpose and to fully embody its depths, creating space for its expansion.

This limitation is a humbling reminder that there is only so much we can truly be a part of. This is why cultivating interdependency at a collective level is essential—these systems work together toward a long-term vision.

Surfing the Waves of Change; In Life

Life is transient. No matter how much we’d like to believe otherwise, things rarely align the way we plan. We make our plans, and life disrupts them in ways we couldn't even think possible. Our objective of control keeps us stressed and anxious because we run out of ideas. We can't control what we don't know.

When we reign control of our emotions and responses in the face of change, we learn to interact with transitions from a place of focus and intention, rather than from a place of fear of change. A sense of groundedness is created when you respond in the present moment, which is your place of power.

Often, the foundations of everything we once knew are uprooted, leaving us to start from scratch. By learning to respond with a focus on what needs to be done moving forward, clarity and priorities can emerge from even the most challenging circumstances.

Life has ways that shake us awake from what we thought we wanted to become the person we are meant to be. This requires us to willingly leave behind everything we thought we were. This is a practice in shedding. At every point, we face grief, remorse, sorrow, sadness and disappointment - all, natural internal responses to this shift.

We must move through these experiences as our false foundation falls apart, and we create our new life with our renowned selves. Our foundation is now anchored in our true sense of being. Once we are rooted in ourselves, these changes become easy to navigate. Especially those instances where the unknown is looming ahead.

Change is the only constant. Our purpose is to adapt to them.

Pursuing Life as a Body-Based Experience

Our life experiences are body-based. The quality of our life experiences depends on what our nervous system perceives as difficult, easy, fearful, or touched with lightness. It's crucial to move through our frozen phases towards our flow state.

The frozen tension that keeps us from living our fullest selves is wound into our cells; our muscles. This shows up psychologically in our behaviours, actions and attitudes. Once we recognize the traits that keep us stuck in our way, we can learn to move through them.

We don't create abundance. Abundance is always present. We create limitations

A Practice to Move Through Our Limitations:

Tune into yourself, and notice the energy in your body. Simply observe for a while until you feel fully connected to your internal energy as if you are one with it. Notice the flows, the blocks, the stillness and anything that comes up with this observation.

Take a few breaths to prepare yourself to move to the next phase of this practice.

Now, notice the energetic blocks that keep you stuck in your life. Here, we consciously call in the energetic experience that keeps us dwelling on our past suffering.

It could be any kind of lack, stickiness, discomfort, and not feeling good about oneself. When you notice this, you might feel claustrophobic. At this point, remind yourself that this is a body experience. Focus on breathing comfortably for a few more minutes, through the discomfort.

Here, we embrace the specificity of our frozen tension. Rather than escaping the pain, we choose to confront it directly. The choice to experience this is not an easy one. It requires an internal willingness to face the discomfort, pain and loss that accompanies it. In fact, many repressed feelings can also show up. And, honestly, it requires courage to experience this shattering.

Allow everything that comes up - the sadness, grief, remorse, judgements, confusion, the disappointment, without assigning them an elaborate meaning.

The pain can feel inconsolable and torturous. But once the storm of your emotions perishes, frees you from your emotional bondage. From all the limitations that weren't even yours to begin with. 

Rediscovering the Fullness of Love as an Experience

We've ruined the fullness of love with the idea of romantic love.

Romantic love, though a requisite in human communities, is an overrated form of love. In popular culture, it is portrayed through fantasies and unrealistic ideals. This has a magnetic influence on viewers, especially the youth up to the age of 25, who are quite impressionable, and easily manipulated.

Unfortunately, romantic love portrayed in media is quite contained. It asks the people supposedly in love, to go above and beyond basic expectations. This includes grand gestures and proclamations that anchor in unhealthy co-dependency.

Love is an experience that brings about a sense of internal safety. It is experienced in many forms when one pays attention to it - through people, epiphanies, realizations and circumstances.

Romantic love can only be a part of the fully experiential love. It cannot be burdened by coercing the whole experience into it. It is an emotional bond that brings together two individuals in their pursuit of nurturing a shared life. It includes a willingness to commit to the other for the long term, opening up and sharing each other's concerns or joys, and a genuine curiosity to know more about how the other shows up in the world.

In my experience, I have observed that many people derive their true sense of self only when romantic love exists in their lives - to the point that they leave behind everything else they've known for it. In a matter of time, people also realize that it is not easy, and requires immeasurable efforts from both ends to make these relationships work.

Despite this, romantic love can offer a much-needed respite from the outside world—a safe bubble and sanctuary to retreat to. While it may not be essential to every individual's life, it remains a deeply nurturing, loving, and secure experience. Above all, it serves as a powerful learning experience.

Your Choices are a Reflection of You

Our choices are borne from our mindset, our thought processes, the qualities we wish to embody, and the kind of person we are inspired to be. Our choices are the first concrete step towards materializing our goals.

Each of our choices reflects critical traits about us. For example, eating healthy reflects our commitment to consuming nourishing food to improve our health. Or, reading every day reflects our intention to improve our vocabulary and enhance our communication skills.

You make the most of your experiences, for you

In our journey of evolution, there will be many times when we'll have to reflect on our choices - whether they align with the qualities we aspire to embody, or if we are simply repeating past patterns. This reflective practice can assist us in making a choice that is appropriate to the circumstance, and towards the person we intend to be.

Life can sometimes bring us to a crossroads, where it becomes difficult to understand our direction and decide on the next step. At such times we must realign with our core values. When truly reflect on what is most important, our instincts will always guide us on what needs to be addressed as the next step.

Our choices are an expression of our individual selves. Despite this, there is never an absolute guarantee that our choices work out in our favour. However, we need to learn to trust ourselves and persevere on our paths. This perseverance somehow always knows the way.

Some ways to receive clarity in your choices include - 'What am I basing this choice upon? Is it from a place of fear or inspiration?'. Or, 'What does this choice reflect about me?'

Sometimes, we need to move forward without knowing where any choice might lead. Yet, we make a decision and simply go with it.

For, this option eventually reflects self-trust and true surrender.