Transcending Duality

Transcending Paradox "All things change, nothing is extinguished.... There is nothing in the whole world which is permanent. Everything flows onward; all things are brought into being with a changing nature; the ages themselves glide by in constant movement." —Ovid  At first thought, transcending duality is a very confusing concept. With some thought of this concept I began to search, read, contemplate the true meaning of the words. If we take each word by definition, they are easier to understand. Transcend means be or go beyond the range of limits (something abstract, typically a conceptual field or division. Duality means two aspects of something. This method of thinking has now become one of my favorite ways to ponder life. I feel it has taught me not to hold onto apparent absolutes thoughts. Once you believe in something as an absolute, you are automatically preventing yourself from believing in the opposite, which means that in some ways a part of your fr

INNER CHILD Moment of Reflection “When we are children we seldom think of the future. This innocence leaves us free to enjoy ourselves as few adults can. The day we fret about the future is the day we leave our childhood behind.” ― Patrick Rothfuss, The Name of the Wind You ever think of a child's view of life? Where is it we change our perspective of life? A child sees no color, religion, difference, they love unconditional, they do not hate. How as adults to we miss the beauty of living life like a childish soul? So today as I reflected on the Oneness of all from a child mind perspective. How can I love, live, thrive, think, share as a child? Only I complicate life living in past or future. Life should be taking moment by moment sharing the bliss and love of God in me as in everything that exist. The true beauty of life is the soul of a child never clinging to the need of receiving but giving freely love to all!

Today is I reflect on the oneness of life. The mountains, trees, animals, life in humans, the souls that exist, and that which we do not see.There can be so much love and bliss that is in life. If we just look at humanity and the first thing we see are smiles on the face.  I often wonder how is it we see others as different races and religions, when we all are the same? A s oul in the body that is doing it's very best to maintain in their reality. Some grow more and some remain in their lower egoic self but we are all the same. Life is meant to break all the walls, transcend limited religions, expand past what our parents taught us, and demolish all cultural ignorance. We are all one and the same on different levels of understanding. We are all one with the natural landscape, that which we do not see, and the amazing animals that give and share life as us.

Do you ever sit and listen to nature?  The frogs as they croak in the night. The insects as they are in unison. The chirp of the birds at a certain melody. Do you ever notice there is no man-made instruments to cover the beauty?  Do you ever just sit and listen and feel all that nature has to offer?  We have music for free just close your eyes put aside the crap from this world and be amazed.  We all want to be closer to our Creator but if you walk outside and look up and down you see. Do we not see we how everything in nature is connected?  Listen to the music of nature for the animals and creatures worry about nothing, they simply live.

Life is not about dwelling in the dark pains of the physical life.  Life is balancing and staying in the middle. Seeking the light through the darkness.  Keeping focused on the positive things.  Though life can be hard we miss the lesson in each difficulty . Grow, expand, learn, live balanced.

An affirmation is a simple but powerful statement that helps to strengthen the connection between your unconscious mind and your conscious mind. The more you strengthen this connection the more resilient you will  be when difficult or challenging circumstances. As Buddha wisely said: you become what you believe.  

Moment of reflection... It is not the people or things in our lives that matter, for all materials come and go. It is the peace, faith, and strength within to not be attached to shine and share with the world!  It is said a great Buddha quote "the root of all suffering is attachment". What a great lesson in life! The only constant in life is connection with Our Creator, God, Source Energy, or whatever name you apply. It's the peace within that matters when all else dies.

Moment of reflection Only each individual can change their life for the better. Everything comes from the mind reflects our outer world in what we see and how we feel. If you take time to reflect, all holy text warn us of negativity and controlling our minds. The outside world will only be negative and in disarray if we do not control what is inside our tiny little world. One cannot change the  corruption, war, and hate but simply change oneself heart and mind. Take the positive reflections and share with others! Do not add more negative of things one truly has no control over! Be that tiny flower in the crack; smile, hug, laugh, jump, even run with joy! Imagine if there is one of you and another sees and shares that same positive joy and it multiplies! That's how the world changes. Do not look down on another if he does not believe as you or even agree with you but simply lift him/her up. Dhammapada: “All that we are is the result of what we have thought: it is founded on o

I am... I am not to be confused with you. I am not deluded. I am not misguided. I am not empty minded. I am not disrespect. I am not hate. I am not uneducated. I am not of this world.  I am Me! I am open to all the universes and worlds.  I am in love with the majestic creations.  I am a free soul like a light that dances around The Most Supreme! I am not just physical but also spiritual worshiper of the Divine!

In its essence, the soul is the spouse of the divine spirit. It keeps in memory all the experiences and knowledge that man has acquired on Earth. The soul comes like a guiding Light. It incarnates with man from his first breath and remains very present in the first months of his life. With time, the child’s soul is exposed to all kinds of influences that permeate the etheric water that surrounds i t (its aura). The transparency of this water is vital: if it is pure, the soul can connect with man. If man listens to his soul, it allows him to awake in a higher consciousness and brings him happiness and plenitude. If man’s thoughts, feelings and impressions which he is living at each moment of his life are cloudy, they are printed on the subtle substance of its soul and can go as far as to smother the soul and live in its place. It is very rare these days to reach an adult age while keeping a contact with one’s soul… The soul sacrifices itself and becomes a prisoner of the body. It suf

A Few Things to Enjoy Rishikesh, India  A city with spectacular views, sounds, and a step into the Indian Culture. The phone is only needed for pictures to capture the beauty. So, let me share my experience of the beauty of Rishikesh and places to visit. Welcome to a little piece of heaven on earth.   The first stop in Riskikesh is Laksman Juhla   An iron suspension bridge across the Ganges or "Ma Ganga" (as the locals say). Only walking and motorcycles can cross the bridge. Oh careful for the monkies, if you have food or anything they just may steal it and enjoy. From time to time you even share crossing with the cows. Looking in every direction you see mountains, nature, culture, smiles, and simply beauty everywhere. Do not miss the opportunity to take pictures in each direction with stunning views.  As you walk across the bridge, you will come into ashrams, markets, restaurants, and complete step away from the modern stores many of us Weste

Moment of Reflection Often in our darkest times we feel we are down. When it feels all is lost or everything is empty, it really is not. In the toughest times is our greatest moments. A diamond does not just appear beautiful it goes through a process. Each difficulty in life is but a test of the soul. On one hand we can take it as darkness, sadness, difficulty or we can stop and examine the soul in the pain. Do you ever notice the pain continues to come but question is why? Why the pain? If we never reflect on the soul as the diamond we will continue to suffer. Through darkness there is the greatest light. Danielle Sharp

Moment of reflection... I often wonder, why is it the kind and soft hearted people are hurt the most? Is it because others think we do not have self love or respect? Is it because we think that about ourselves? Is it because it's some lesson in life to be hurt? Is it because people with big hearts can forgive no matter what? Is it because we truly understand what living from the heart is? I often wonder but have yet to understand! Danielle Sharp

Moment of Reflection... Do you ever stop and think, what is it that makes me happy? Is it a person or people or an object? What truly makes us feel good? What gives us the feeling of completion? What puts a smile on our face? What makes our hearts fill full? So today as I talked with a friend, we discuss the Western thoughts. Though, the more I think, all over as humans we look at the exterior for happiness. We follow religious and spiritual leaders, our families, read things  from the perspective of others as sometimes we blindly follow. The question is, as we follow are we following because it truly makes us feel good? Sometimes it's easier to step back and realize all the people or things we become dependent on. It is the outside world that give us happiness then once it's gone we are no longer happy for that moment. True happiness is within and not dependent on exterior items.