When I remain focused. When I allow myself to remain centered on the Spirit within; the still, small voice that speaks to me, then I am always guided, I am always protected. I am never alone. Meditation is one the easiest, quickest, clearest ways for me to do this.

It seems like I think I have it handled, then life throws me a curve ball. The thing is, there is always a catcher to keep the ball from going out of bounds. I know nothing about baseball, so it is difficult to know whether this description makes sense. I do know, however, that I am loved, protected and guided. I just need to release any preconceived ideas about how it is supposed to be. When I do this, everything turns out.

When have I ever been in need? I cannot think of a time that I haven’t been provided for. When my ego thinks I am lacking, I become afraid. Spirit is there at all times. I will just let go and learn to listen. The answers will be there. I am always taken care of.

So, I have been jobless for about three weeks. I alternate between depression and euphoria. The former because I am unemployed; the latter because of the freedom I have. I am trying to remain open and nonjudgmental, but it is challenging. Sometimes the toughest thing to do is nothing. Trust the process, knowing it will turn out. The superior person (according to the I Ching) deals with each situation one step at a time. So here I am, acting on faith. Stay tuned…

I will be completely open. I will allow myself to be guided and led.
I will listen to the still voice within. I will trust.
The I Ching Hexagram corresponding to this most closely is
#2 (The Receptive). All is in Divine Order.

Well, I am open. I have tried the old, regimented routine. None of this works. I am willing to admit I have no answers. I want to be of service (whatever that means). The I Ching talks about the attitude of ‘Modesty’. This is the willingness to admit you don’t have the answers and will allow yourself to be guided. Well I don’t have the answers. Doing things my way hasn’t worked. I will allow myself to be open and receptive. I will keep you posted.