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Welcome
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Perhaps differing from the norm, a bit unorthodox, inspired by the otherworldly at times, yet happy living an “everyday life” being aware and accepting of the concrete reality of the world that we all live in. This is me, enjoying learning from “The University of Life”, looking to find the positive behind any situation, especially from a spiritual perspective, then, if the opportunity arises, sharing my thoughts and understandings with anyone who might be interested, and most importantly learning as a result. I love it when that happens, it’s what I find most rewarding.
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”. That sums it up pretty much for me. It’s probably one of the most pertinent quotations I have ever created, going back to an experience I had in 1998. Going back many years where I thought that I knew more than I actually did from a spiritual perspective, over time, thankfully, that thinking has gradually been replaced by more humility and understanding.
We never stop learning, and especially with spiritual teachings and similar endeavours, if no one is controlled or misled in any way, then I feel there can only be positive growth. 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. I like the example of Jesus washing the feet of others.
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 just what you needed in that moment, or hearing the perfect and uncanniest song on the radio, 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” or something we can learn, but through contemplation, meditation, and the insight that 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 heart and mind waiting for people to ask a thoughtful and interesting question or two. Hopefully not everyone agrees with my thinking and can offer their own thoughts and beliefs in response to my own, so we can all learn and grow.
We all have dreams, after all, so why not create something wonderful to you 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 I feel can only be a healthy strategy, and it is sure to 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, with every day an intriguing and uplifting adventure.
Like in so many ways, I have found that 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 to do it.
“Follow your heart”, as the saying goes, and I can’t see anything that will stop me following my own heart. And being creative nature for that matter, that will never cease, at least not until my responsibilities and commitments mean that I no longer have the opportunity – which hopefully will never happen!
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 any of it. I have been given feedback that I have a very strong will – and with a bit of divine inspiration to go with it, I think I’m on the right track.
I certainly see my efforts as more than just an interesting hobby or enthusiastic phase that comes and then goes. I have run workshops and meditation evenings in the past, and these have all been well received, so who knows, something like that might happen again. The books I have written, both of which can be found and downloaded for free from this website, have also been well received, although I feel the day where they will have real relevance is yet to come, or that time might already be here.
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 flat white or decaf iced latte, an interesting conversation, or just to relax and chill.
Perhaps a bit altruistic, I like to think I am doing my little bit for the world with the result that goodness will return to me, not that that’s the reason I do anything. I just do what’s fun and feels right in the heart, following my creativity and inspiration, and seeing where that all takes me. All of that and more are what helps make the world go around too, I feel, and with a whole lot of love to go with it 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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