My Divine Greets Your Divine Within You

I’ve been having this though lately that, why we feel the need to compete, to be superior to others, to strive for perfection, to defend ourselves, and to battle against our own existence. It seems like life is a constant struggle just to be who you are. By struggle, I mean the interactions with other people, where there’s always someone with an opinion, doubts, judgment, envy, or simply a tendency to be a spoilsport.

This thought came to me as I considered trying meditation at a nearby golden Buddhist temple in the mountains. I’ve never been in a meditation led by a monk, nor have I visited this temple before. Yet, I could already imagine, with my soul’s eye, how wonderful it would be to meet that monk who has no ego to fight between my heart and his. The thought brought me to tears—how much I yearn for that genuine connection between two unknown souls, where we are simply present, with our pains, imperfections, beauty, and our own light. Without questions, judgments, or wonderings, just pure understanding and universal love.

I feel so tired of constantly explaining and defending who I am and what I do. Am I a woman, a man, neutral? Am I sexual or asexual? Do I believe in Covid or not? Do I believe in something, and why? Do I have children? Oh, none? Why? There always seems to be a need to fit into some category or have opinions on everything.

As my dear husband once said, sometimes it’s okay to say nothing and have no opinion or obligation to respond. The flood of questions and assumptions makes me gasp for spiritual air. Sometimes, it feels easier to withdraw and stay away from people.

What does it matter to anyone what I am? Am I an alien, a unicorn, a rock star, a childless woman, or someone who believes in angels, the universe, guidance, magic, goodness, and joy? If I have chosen a path that works for me and, through many twists and sorrows, have found my way to goodness and following the light, does this choice belong to anyone else? No. 😊

Fortunately, in this world, there are billions of people and souls, so those with whom you want to hang out will surely be found. (And there are probably millions of monks too 😉)

We are here to learn about this human life and our egos. We reflect each other and learn to recognize our less-than-perfect sides. The goal and intention in this life should be joy and goodness. A friend once left me with a passing remark: “It’s nice to be nice.” So, I try to be nice, bring light to the world, and sometimes I need that from others too. No one can shine alone.

Maybe meeting a monk is just what I need at this moment, allowing me to connect with someone without the barriers of ego and experience a connection of hearts with a completely unknown soul. There is a sacredness in every heart that I speak of; perhaps the world has just dimmed it.

You are a beautiful soul that I would like to meet in this universal love energy the way described before. Even with my earthly struggles and wonders I still believe this can happen. I have hope. 🙂

Namaste,  (which translates roughly as, “my divine greets your divine within you”)
Nelly