The Heart
The heart chakra, often referred to as the spiritual heart, is a
sacred gateway within our energetic being. It stands as the bridge
uniting the realms of the higher and lower chakras, harmonizing the
ethereal wisdom of intuition and divinity with the grounding essence
of strength and vitality. Through this sacred center, a stream of
energy flows, filling us with joy and deepening our capacity for love
and connection. This energy, however, must remain unobstructed, for
when blocked, the heart grows heavy, leaving us drained and distant
from the light of life. Such blockages can manifest subtly as unease
or profoundly as the sorrow of heartbreak or loss, a void that echoes
through our being.
When the flow of heart energy halts, it often mirrors emotional
unrest. Reflect on the ache that accompanies the loss of a beloved
soul—whether through separation or passing. The world dims, life feels
weighty, and even the smallest acts demand Herculean effort. In these
moments, the practice of letting go becomes the key to rediscovering
joy. Yet, letting go is not a simple act; it is a tender art,
cultivated through patience and presence, particularly in the face of
deep grief. As we learn to untangle the thoughts and emotions that
constrict the heart, we reopen the pathways for energy to flow freely.
Letting go is a sacred practice, like a gentle ritual, growing in
strength with time. Consider the fleeting moments of life we naturally
release—a bird’s song, a sunset fading into twilight. These
experiences teach us to let life move through us, ungrasped. By
practicing release in small ways, we prepare ourselves for the deeper
work of surrendering heavier burdens. This is not a suppression of
emotion but a profound allowance, letting feelings flow without
anchoring our energy in pain or attachment.
Michael Singer speaks of this journey through the lens of
samskaras, the energetic imprints left by our experiences.
Negative samskaras hold us in cycles of suffering, their roots deep in
past wounds. Yet even joyous samskaras, like the memory of a first
love or a cherished moment, can tether us to the past when clung to
too tightly. While these memories are sweet, living too deeply in them
can distract us from the present’s sacred beauty. True freedom lies in
loving the now—in opening our hearts fully to the infinite richness of
each moment.
To live in this awakened state is to embrace the truth of life’s
impermanence. Imagine realizing how fleeting our time on this earth
truly is. Would we not grieve the hours lost to worry and sorrow,
wishing instead we had cherished each sacred heartbeat? To awaken to
this moment is to see the beauty within, to recognize that the
sacredness we seek has always lived in our hearts. This is the essence
of a joyful life: the recognition that beauty is not found outside of
us but created within.
The world often offers distorted visions of love, shaped by popular
songs and stories. These narratives suggest that love is a mystery
outside of us or that finding the perfect partner will somehow fill
the emptiness within. They speak of superficial attraction or fleeting
passion, planting seeds of dependency and reinforcing the idea that
heartbreak is caused by others. Yet these myths obscure the profound
truth that love’s power is transformative, not transactional.
Consider those who experience intense emotional turbulence, such as
individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Their
relationships may swing between idealization and resentment,
illustrating a profound reliance on external validation. While their
struggles are acute, they reveal a universal truth: when we allow
external forces to dictate our emotional state, we lose touch with the
infinite love that flows within. Authentic love does not arise from
another’s actions or presence but from a heart unburdened by blame and
fear—a heart open, radiant, and deeply connected to the sacredness of
life itself.
God
How can any mortal truly claim to know the fullness of God? The
vastness of beliefs, the multitude of teachings, and the endless
spectrum of views reflect the infinite mystery of the Divine. Yet,
amidst these varied opinions, there exists a common thread: the
transformative experience of feeling touched by God. This sacred
connection is the essence of spirituality. It is not bound by
doctrine but by the intimate knowing of Divine presence—a connection
that might be understood as communion with the intelligence that
permeates the universe.
In recent discoveries about consciousness, we find hints of
this profound connection. Within the intricate tubercular
structures of our cells and the 86 billion neurons of the human
brain, scientists have identified mechanisms that may point to the
existence of consciousness at the quantum level. In every cell,
billions of processes unfold, suggesting a harmonious
communication within our bodies. Perhaps, just as our cells
communicate, so too does the universe hold centers of
consciousness—quantum mechanisms that resonate with the Divine.
Though this complexity eludes full understanding, those who feel
the presence of God know the truth of it. The touch of God is not
a concept but an undeniable reality imprinted on the soul.
Rather than attempting to define God, we might ask: how does
God see us? If God is our Creator, and if He bestowed upon us the
gift of free will, then surely He sees us not as sinners but as
cherished expressions of His own essence. We are not beings
pleading for heaven, but drops in God’s infinite ocean. And within
each of us, the waves of this ocean surge, filling our hearts with
Divine purpose, goodness, and love.
The magnificence of the universe mirrors the magnificence of
its Creator. The precise balance of the cosmos, the delicate
harmony of its physical constants, reveals a design so perfect
that even the slightest deviation would render existence
impossible. In this awe-inspiring order, we see the fingerprints
of God. And yet, the beauty of the universe is but a shadow of the
beauty that lies within us—a beauty revealed when we reach beyond
our human limitations and feel the touch of God. In these moments,
we transcend our earthly nature and draw nearer to the Divine,
transforming step by step into reflections of His light.
Every religion offers its own language for this closeness to
God. Christians may speak of being “saved” or abiding in Christ,
Catholics of dwelling in a state of grace, and Buddhists of
achieving enlightenment. Each tradition points to the same
profound reality: a union with the Divine that cleanses,
rejuvenates, and illuminates the soul. Like stepping out of a
shower, we feel refreshed, renewed, and deeply connected. In this
union, we are given a glimpse—however fleeting—of the nature of
God, a nature that is love, joy, and infinite light.
As we journey closer to God, the transformation is undeniable.
Fear, anxiety, and tension fade into the background. The lower
pulls of existence—boredom, cravings, and fleeting pleasures—lose
their grip. What rises in their place is a profound joy, a
lightness of being that colors every aspect of life. Challenges
cease to feel like problems; they become opportunities for growth.
We see the good in others, even when they wrong us. Love flows
more freely, untainted by judgment or resentment.
This transformation is not an endpoint but a continual ascent
toward God. The physical and psychological fall away as we attune
to the pure energy of the Divine. God is energy, radiating through
every fiber of our being. God is joy, lifting us above the
mundane. God is spiritual sunlight, illuminating the path before
us. As we draw closer, this energy becomes our own, infusing our
actions, our thoughts, and our relationships. The self expands,
embracing not just our own lives but the lives of those around us.
This is the experience of saints and sages. They do not search
for truth; they become truth. To walk through the doorway to God
is to step into a reality where the boundaries of the self
dissolve, replaced by the infinite. Joy deepens, tenderness
flourishes, and a profound knowing fills the soul. In this state,
we begin to disappear, our focus so consumed by the Divine that we
become one with it.
Through the mysterious interplay of the brain, consciousness,
and the quantum fabric of existence, this transformation unfolds.
It is not sudden but gradual, a sacred growth from the physical to
the transcendent. We move from mere knowledge to wisdom, from
logic to a deep, unshakable knowing. Yet, as humans, we are not
immune to falling. Pride can lead us astray, causing us to slip
from the path. This is why humility is essential, why each step
must be placed with care and reverence.
The journey to God is not a race but a pilgrimage. With every
moment, every breath, we are drawn closer to His light. And in
that light, we come to understand that the journey itself is the
destination, for it is in seeking God that we find Him, and in
finding Him, we are forever changed.
Purity
Purity can be seen as the harmonious alignment of actions and
intentions, free from distractions that pull us away from our chosen
focus. Imagine the act of writing a heartfelt letter to a dear friend,
only for your computer to interrupt with an unexpected update. This
intrusion disrupts the flow, introducing a kind of "contamination" to
your intended act. Similarly, purity in life involves creating spaces
where certain experiences remain undisturbed by others.
Consider the story of a group of boys debating between going to
church or a house of pleasure. In the end, some chose the church,
while others chose the latter. Upon reuniting, they found their
experiences clouded. Those in the church were distracted by thoughts
of the other place, and those in the house of pleasure were haunted by
thoughts of the church. This illustrates how our inner state often
diverges from our outward actions. Purity, then, is about aligning our
inner and outer worlds, allowing them to resonate without conflict.
Within us, there are centers of experience—the crown chakra
symbolizing spiritual connection, and the sacral chakra representing
sexuality. These energies often feel at odds, for they originate from
different parts of our being. Sexuality is deeply rooted in our primal
brain regions, while spiritual experiences engage higher cognitive and
emotional centers. Both are natural, but they do not blend seamlessly.
Instead, they call for their own time, space, and context to be fully
honored.
In many cultures, sexuality and spirituality are viewed as
opposites, with the former tied to earthly instincts and the latter to
divine aspirations. But these instincts, including sexuality, are not
inherently sinful. They are part of our human and animal nature,
essential for survival and continuation of life. The challenge lies in
not allowing one to overshadow or contaminate the other, much as we
wouldn't allow dirt to taint our food or living spaces, though it is
vital for farming and life itself.
Overemphasizing sexuality can lead to obsession, reducing life's
richness to a narrow pursuit of physical gratification. This focus can
eclipse other joys and distort relationships. On the other hand, an
overindulgence in spiritual or religious practices can sometimes
suppress critical thinking and lead to a kind of hypnosis that limits
our engagement with the broader spectrum of life. True aliveness comes
from balancing the diverse facets of our existence—whether it’s love,
creativity, connection, or exploration.
Some suggest that purity is a reflection of God's will, but
claiming to understand the divine perspective is presumptuous. The God
of ancient scriptures reflects the limited understanding of early
humanity, shaped by fear and survival. Today, we see the world
differently, enriched by knowledge of science, biology, and the laws
of nature. Challenges like disease and danger exist not as evils, but
as opportunities for growth, problem-solving, and resilience.
Goodness and purity are not absolutes but are relative to context
and perspective. To a scorpion, its mate is beautiful and desirable,
yet to a human, it may evoke fear. The purity of a crystal lies in its
simplicity and clarity, refracting light into a spectrum of colors.
But the richness of soil, with its complex interplay of
life-sustaining bacteria and nutrients, is equally sacred, though far
less "pure" by traditional standards.
The saying "Unto the pure all things are pure" suggests that purity
is less about external conditions and more about an inner clarity that
allows us to see things in their rightful place. Necessary acts, such
as eating, sleeping, or even eliminating waste, are not impure—they
are simply private and contextual. Likewise, the purity of life does
not demand a rejection of complexity or so-called "contamination," but
a recognition of how different elements can coexist harmoniously when
kept within appropriate bounds.
Striving for purity, then, is not about rigid adherence to outdated
ideals of perfection but about embracing life in its full complexity.
Purity becomes a practice of integration, where we honor each part of
our nature—be it spiritual, intellectual, emotional, or
physical—without allowing one to diminish or overwhelm the others. In
this balance lies the essence of being fully human, fully alive, and
deeply connected to the divine flow of existence.
