Perhaps differing from the norm, unorthodox, inspired by the otherworldly at times, yet happy living an “everyday life” being aware and accepting of the concrete reality of the world we live in. This is me, enjoying learning from “The University of Life”, looking to find the positivity behind any situation, especially spiritually, then, if the opportunity arises, sharing my thoughts and feelings with anyone who might be interested.
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Sometimes I refer to “God”, but I am not religious… and I’m not trying to convert anybody. Rather, I feel we have a Creator that is free from any preconceptions, who judges no one, who “manages” everything, while still giving everyone freedom of choice, guiding and supporting us all the way, and allowing us to learn the lessons we need to learn, thus allowing us to grow. Even if you don’t believe in God, as I like to say, He (and/or She) believes in You.
I’ve had an interest in spirituality since 1993, and I’ve learned, and learned, and I know I’ll never stop learning. One of my favourite sayings is “Enlightenment is when you know you know nothing at all”. Sums it up pretty much for me. It is probably one of the most relevant quotations I have ever created, going back to 1998. Thinking that I knew more than I did (and making up things to fill in the gaps) has been something, looking back on, that I’m not entirely proud of. Over time, thankfully, that thinking has been replaced by more humility and understanding.
As I write this now, what I am finding more and more is that life is a progression, and especially with spiritual teachings and similar endeavours, if no one is hurt or controlled in any way, then I feel there can only be positive growth. We all learn through life’s experiences, of course, and I have certainly been fortunate during my time not to have been controlled in my thinking, and I count this as one of the greatest blessings I have had.
We all learn and grow, of course, and for myself, it took me over twenty years, but I eventually gained the correct understanding that everyone is their own best teacher, especially where spirituality is concerned. After starting with the “bow to the guru” ideology, it blew me away to realise that, in truth, there is no high and low when spirituality is correctly applied, taught, and experienced.
Transformed from the inside out, a simple lightbulb moment might be actually receiving a “spark from the divine”, rather than just having a wonderful thought. Bumping into someone just at the right time might be an angel looking after you. Turning the page of a book to the perfect place, or hearing the perfect and most uncanny song on the radio, sometimes it might be that we are being helped and guided by a loving and caring hand. It’s not always easy to discern if there actually is some “hidden meaning”, but through contemplation, meditation, and the insight we gain from that, it’s something we can get better at recognising.
What I write won’t be everyone’s cuppa tea, and a lot of it is still in my head and heart waiting for people to ask an interesting (and even challenging) question or two. Hopefully not everyone agrees with my thinking.
We all have dreams, after all, so why not create something and then see where life takes you? My two books were certainly not rushed, or even planned, and I have made no real attempt to promote them. For myself, it has all been about the creative process, and with a sense of “knowing” to go along with it.
So yes, I’ve had fun being creative throughout my life, and it’s all about the process, and trusting yes, there is an audience out there, however obscure at this time, rather than holding out for some unrealistic outcome. Trying to have as few expectations as possible, having the attitude “you never know what the future holds”, I feel can only be a healthy strategy, and hold me in good stead for the future, however that future might unfold.
Like for millions of people, my writing/social media endeavours come from interests I am passionate about, moving me forward in directions unknown, every day a positive and fulfilling adventure. Like so many things, if everything is “pushing against you” when you’re trying to achieve something, if time and time again obstacles get in your way, it’s probably a good sign that what you’re doing is not worth doing, or it’s not the right time, or whatever the case might be. “Follow your heart”, as the saying goes, and I can’t see anything that will stop me following my own heart, or my creative nature for that matter, at least not until the opportunities are no longer there.
My books, and much of what I do online, well, I’m not out to become famous (God forbid), and I’m content having enough to be comfortable, have some nice things, to experience life a bit, and to discover and explore, but, to be honest, I would rather be happy and live in a world where everyone else was happy too, than to have a whole lot of stuff I’ll never need, or use. For someone who’s made regrettable clothing purchases more often than I’d like to admit, Op Shop’s have seen me walk through their doors to make a donation too many times to remember. I’m a bit of a minimalist, and that suits me perfectly.
I genuinely feel this material will prove interesting to some, now, or in the future, otherwise I probably wouldn’t feel like doing it, and I certainly see my efforts as more than just an interesting hobby that comes and goes. I have run workshops and meditation evenings in the past, and these have all been well received, as have the books I have written, both of which can be found on this website.
Passionate, hopefully not too obsessive though, I live and breathe what I feel is true in my heart, but I can leave it all behind for a good flat white and an interesting conversation. Perhaps a bit altruistic, I like to think I am doing my little bit for the world with the side-effect that goodness will return to me, following my creativity and inspiration, and seeing where that all takes me. That’s what helps make the world go around, I feel, and a whole lot of love of course!
“We are all shining threads in the tapestry of life, none any more, or less important than the other.”
Thank you for your interest, I hope you enjoy your visit!
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