Stay Present; Hear Truth

What do I hear when I listen?

Whose voices call to me in the stillness?

I will hear the voices inside my head.

I will learn to discern the source:  

My own wisdom, hard earned, speaks to me.

She reminds me of the lessons of my past, the vision for my future.

She nudges me to stay in the present moment, which is the only way my human ears can hear Truth.

And, I might also hear the  voice of my fears and worries. 

There is distinct quality to these words. 

Fear has a distinct sound.  

It seems to pull at me, a warning bell that does not ring true.

Self Reflection: Staying in the present moment, I hear and discern Truth.

Reflections On the Waxing Moon

As the waxing moon moves toward fullness and the second half of this powerful moon cycle,
remember these are the qualities of the Wise Discerner:
Facing uncomfortable truths,
Knowing and accepting strengths and weaknesses,
Seeing ALL with clarity of heart,
Compassionate acceptance of mistakes,
(all for both self and others).

Self Reflection: As I move through the last days of the waxing moon,
I reflect on the waxing moon directives:
What are the uncomfortable truths I became willing to face?
What self-worth and talent have I come to accept in the last two weeks?
What clarity have I come to know/accept, about myself/about others?
What mistakes have I come to accept and hold in heartfelt compassion, for myself/for others?

The Relationship Between Truth and Fear

Over time we absorb more truth about ourselves, about our world,
           and about what amazing creation is STILL being created;
                     For us,
                     Through us,
                     By us.
We show up and tune in to the rhythm of the moon cycles.
We come into sync with the world around us.
Over time, we will come into sync with our own being.
Over time, we will live in sync with Truth.

Being aware of (and honoring) our own personal rhythms is an antidote for fear.
Living in alignment with our personal rhythm is an essential step for discerning
          what is real from what is  F.E.A.R (false evidence appearing real).
To Know and Accept Truth is an antidote to fear.

Self Reflection: This moon cycle invites awareness of my personal rhythms, an essential step to know and accept the Truth of my self, to know and accept the Truth of fear.

Our Home Is a Refuge Supporting Our Growth

We move through March's moon cycle, embracing the gifts to Know and Accept Truth. We let go of our habitual judgments and experience the maturing effects that the wisdom of discernment brings. This is a challenging and active month of personal growth and change. Take time to rest and create a nest of comfort and security in your home.

In the Celtic traditions, this part of the spring cycle encourages giving attention to one's home. It's a good time to spring clean before we are called to be out of doors when the weather breaks warmer and nature beckons to us. Just as we de-clutter our minds and belief systems, we also need to declutter our surroundings so our home can support us as a place of rest and serenity.  

Self Reflection: Does my home environment support my well being? If not, what small changes can I make that will bring my home more in alignment with the person I am becoming?

Discernment Prayer

Great Spirit;
Help me to see clearly the truth of what is
Let the chaff of my ego blow away
Lift the mists of self-delusion from my eyes

Give me strength to walk without defenses
To speak rightly, or hold my tongue
Let me not tread another's road
     nor be diverted by another from my own

May I act rightly, ruled by Divine Law
     humbly accepting my role as student
May all teaching come from you without interference

I cannot fail, because I seek Truth

Self Reflection:  Great Spirit, with your aid, I see clearly the truth of what is. I have strength to walk without defensiveness. I speak rightly, or hold my tongue. I act rightly.

Humility to the Rescue

Our feelings are real, but they may not be reality.
Our thoughts are real, but they may not be reality either.

We don't have control over the feelings and thoughts which rise up from within us.  At least we don't have control over them when they FIRST come to our consciousness.  We do have control over what we do with our thoughts and feelings when we become conscious of them.

There are specific action steps which bring our thoughts and feelings into alignment with what is Truth: In this third moon cycle, we come to know Truth by seeing all sides of every situation, inquiring always for more clarity. Our willingness to set aside our personal opinion, will clear our mind of all superiority, pride and power related to class, race, sex, wealth, popularity and personality. When we endeavor to level the playing field between ourselves and others, we keep our ego 'right-sized'.  An ego which is 'right-sized' is an ego can live with humility. Humility is the counterbalance to arrogance.  Humility is protector against false feelings and false thinking.  Humility is the forerunner of right action. Humility precedes discernment.


Self Reflection: How do I understand the difference between 'humility' and 'humiliation' (shame)?

March New Moon: The Cycle of Know/Accept Truth (Discernment)

It is the New Moon for March and the Truth Cycle of Know/Accept Truth
This cycle to know/accept Truth teaches us the elements of discernment, a skill and tool necessary for becoming and living as a wise and just person.

New moons invite the resetting or refinement of our vision.  An ability to know and to accept (elements necessary for discernment) help us to know a bigger vision, We are no different than the tiny mustard seed or the little acorn.  Our potential to become something magnificent is held within each of us.  It is our task to open to the vision of what is within, and yes, this does require a great deal of discernment--but there is a whole month for that!

For now, Take time during the hours of the  new moon  to invite your inner vision for your life to make it self known to you.. Envision your life at it's fullest. Envision all the support--both from the inside, from Creator/God/Great Mystery, from the world around you.  What does this support look like?  Don't worry about from where it comes, just that all the support you might possibly need shows up for you. Write it all down. Write a job description for 'God'--what you would want 'God' to do in terms of supporting your commitment to living fully.

This can and should be a fun exercise, don't hold back.  It may not be an easy exercise, many of us have difficulty allowing ourselves to know our vision and to accept it.  We have a whole month to explore what is Truth for this vision for our selves, and to accept what we come to know.

Self Reflection: Do you see one tiny intention from what comes forward for this month that is calling for your attention?  What support would be needed to commit to this intention?