There have been many changes in my life lately:  health, career, spiritual path. I feel somewhat like a traveler on an uncharted path. I find during these times that meditation helps quiet my mind and allows me to see things more clearly. I equate these periods of ‘not knowing’ with Hexagram 29 of the I Ching. ‘The Abysmal’ When in doubt, do nothing, the next step will reveal itself naturally when the time is right.

Some Thoughts: To connect with someone is to see the face of God on them. I know this idea is somewhat paraphrased, but the idea is there; God is present in everyone we encounter. To allow oneself to connect with that spark of Divinity raises the consciousness of both of you. Did you know that when you do a good deed for someone, anyone witnessing this receives a blessing as well? I have learned that some of the most difficult people I have met have been my greatest teachers.

The beginning has been difficult; the next chapter will be better. A client I was counseling referred to a serious health condition as ‘my greatest teacher’. The diagnosis of illness motivated her to quit her 60+ hours corporate job to pursue her goal as a writer. She began attending retreats with other women in a similar position and has become an avid spokeswoman for early detection and an active advocate for early detection and prevention of cancer. Meeting and talking to this woman inspired me to take stock of my life and begin celebrating my accomplishments,instead of regretting what I haven’t done. The obstacles and problems I have encountered are simply signals for what needs changing. Without change we stagnate. The difficulties I have experienced recently are teachers to show me what I no longer need. Motivation and faith can help me to make the changes necessary for the next 30 years in my life.