This first quote from Swami Vivekananda can possibly be a little controversial –
“The greatest religion is to be true to your own nature. Have faith in yourselves.” – Swami Vivekananda
From experience I know that this can be a touchy subject… religion… and then the suggestion that your own true nature should be your religion…?
When we think of our own nature – human nature even – what comes to mind first tends to be all our worst qualities, all our bad habits. But is there something deeper? Is there something fundamental that we can find when we work our way through all the layers of armour we have covered ourselves with?
“In a conflict between the heart and the brain, follow your heart.” – Swami Vivekananda
“All power is within you; you can do anything and everything” – Swami Vivekananda
“Where can we go to find God if we cannot see Him in our own hearts and in every living being.” – Swami Vivekananda
“There is no other spiritual teacher than your soul.” – Swami Vivekananda
The point that Swami Vivekananda is trying to make is that if God is to be found anywhere, it is within you.
We might have built a whole collection of coping mechanisms on top of our original foundation, but we can work our way back again. We can peel back the layers of everything that we are not, until we come to the deep realization of what we are – the physical manifestation of what is divine!
Your divine essence is waiting to be rediscovered beneath the layers of conditioning, habits, and self-doubt. The inner compass that guides you towards alignment with your soul. This alignment unlocks immense potential, and silence can be a valuable practice on this journey.
Use these questions to guide you to a deeper sense of your original being:
- What truly ignites my soul? What activities bring me a sense of purpose and fulfillment?
- What are my core values? What principles guide my decisions and actions?
- What limiting beliefs hold me back? What self-doubt can I release to make space for empowerment?
- Where do I feel most connected to the divine? Is it in nature, creative expression, or acts of compassion?
Each answer adds another brushstroke to the portrait of your true self. Embrace the journey, for it leads not only to self-discovery but also to the realization of your own magnificent divinity.
Have a beautiful Sunday beautiful people.
– pierre –
Today’s LIVE meditation is: Finding silence.