March 28, 2025

In the face of our greatest suffering, turning within to the infinite love and wisdom is exactly what we need. But why is it so hard to do that? When I’m feeling “normal”, my meditation practice is easy and enjoyable. When I don’t feel good, I completely dismiss all the wonderful, grounding activities that I practice daily. Meanwhile, old issues are surfacing and I want comfort in the way that feels familiar, regardless of whether it serves me or not.

So far on the spiritual path, I have been confronted in this way many times. I’m beginning to see that it is an important (and humbling) part of the “process”. There was a time where I would have felt “bad” that I did not follow my routine but I thank God that today can simply allow myself to be, exactly the way I am.