We are human, and therefore we all succumb to the most basic human trait - the need to survive. Add to this the fact that we are social animals who for most of our history lived in tribes because we wouldn't survive solo, then it's real easy to see that our first survival mechanism is … Continue reading We are social animals – our first survival instinct is to be accepted by the tribe.
In today’s today’s meditation we journey together into the transformative process of self-discovery, guided by the wisdom of five powerful quotes that illuminate a path to understanding, and inner peace. What story do these quotes tell? Together, they form a roadmap to silence, urging us to turn inward and find within ourselves the answers we … Continue reading This fire will not burn you, but it will burn everything that you are not.
Which parts of your true self do you hide from the world? As we navigate the complexities of life, it's easy to get caught up in the act of wearing masks to conceal our true selves. We may don these masks to fit in, to gain acceptance, or to protect ourselves from the harsh realities … Continue reading Hold yourself in kindness while you do the work of letting old masks go.
I love Mooji's views on silence. He speaks in words which I swear I can taste! To better understand his thoughts on silence, I’m going to divide them into two categories - what is beautiful poetry and what is really practical advice: The beautiful: "There is a mystery within all beings bursting to reveal itself, … Continue reading You’re trying to stop the wind, dressed as a kite. How are you going to do it?
What is the relationship between your mind and your soul? Today’s meditation explores this dynamic… "Feelings, by themselves, do not create problems. It is rather the tendency to interpret and analyze them that creates our problems. When out of habit you believe those interpretations, it is there that the suffering begins." - Mooji Are you … Continue reading Who is the captain of your ship?
It's a trap that's easy to fall into... trying to 'find' love. And what's more, our flesh-and-blood bodies hold the memory that being 'alone' is dangerous, there was a time (a really looong time) when a human alone wouldn't survive for very long. Our bodies remember that and it makes us desperate to find the … Continue reading When deep acceptance comes from your own heart, you’ll be OK forever.
Mooji’s words might just be the most beautiful description of doing "inner work" that I've ever come across. It's natural for any of us to look at our own "worst" qualities and want that to change, but when we judge or punish ourselves for it, we engage in an inner war. And while this might … Continue reading The ice cannot resist the melting.
Have you ever paused to consider the profound impact of a simple blessing? Not just a casual wish of goodwill, but a heartfelt acknowledgment of another's inherent worthiness? The practice of blessing others, it turns out, is a potent catalyst for personal transformation. It is a challenge that expands our consciousness and invites us into … Continue reading This is the strongest medicine for your soul.
Imagine - for a moment - a mountain. Immovable, steadfast, and grounded. This is the powerful image evoked by today's meditation, "I am the mountain." It's a concept that invites us to tap into our inner strength and resilience, allowing us to weather life's challenges with grace and equanimity. We’re kicking off today’s message with … Continue reading Are you running about like a frightened ghost?
Let's jumpstart the week! The alarm clock blares, pulling you from the dream world. A new week unfolds, a canvas waiting for your brushstrokes of intention and action. But before you dive headfirst into the daily grind, take a deep breath, look at the week ahead and remind yourself, “I choose expansion…” This week, we … Continue reading Take a look at your week ahead and exclaim loudly: “I choose to expand!”
Mooji was born Tony Moo-Young in Port Antonio, Jamaica, in 1954.[4] His mother migrated to the UK as one of the windrush generation when he was one year old. He was raised by his father and his mother's cousin (who became his father's lover and had more children).[3] Mooji's brother Peter went on to become one of Jamaica's top table tennis … Continue reading Mooji collections
