In this 'metaphysical' journey of life we can align with our strength and power, put on our warrior gear, and go into the places within that frighten us. We can learn how to be present with that fear, whatever it may be. We begin to realize that "there is nothing to fear but fear itself!" With a mature wisdom we understand that fear is just an emotion, abandoned feelings are emotions. Rage, depression, all of them are emotions that we give power to, and we most often react to our own emotions as if to face them would be too overwhelming and threatening to our sense of sanity and safety.

Why is it that so many think we do not have the ability to stop our meditations and visualizations from going to places that frighten us or that make us feel uncomfortable? Why is there still a belief that hypnosis will take away our own will or conscience and we will dance around like chickens or be violent? We seem to like or take comfort in thinking that we have no control over what we are feeling or experiencing in the inner planes. We cling to our beliefs in our weakness, our woundedness, and fear. We get stuck in the sub-personalities or archetypes of younger children. We look outside for the 'grown-ups' to help us when we need to grow up ourselves.

"There is no fear in love: but perfect love casteth out fear, because fear hath punishment; and he that feareth is not made perfect in love." (1 Jn.4:18)

I don't mean to sound mean, not at all, just the opposite. There is a gentle and loving acceptance that needs to be cultivated within. I go through this myself. There is a gradual recognition of one's responsibility for one's self, an acceptance and peace with all the fears of childhood, a taking up of one's own power along the spiritual path. There is a time to become your own best friend and lover, to be the Healer, the Warrior, and the Hero in your own life.

Boy! Sometimes we sure don't like and trust ourselves very much! Still, isn't that what the Path is all about? Using whatever tools we can to heal ourselves and others? It seems to be the nature of this world that it is a sick place, full of sick people who need healing, to discover who they truly are underneath all the layers of doubt and fear. Lets plunge in! The God of this Universe supports us in this awakening to our divinity and power and this contributes to the raising of consciousness for all.

Wow! I did my own meditaton last night with the Ashana CD "All Is Forgiven" and experienced some powerful states of comfort. First, I hear that the Angels...the divine, pure Light Beings, messengers of divine wisdom and compassion, strengtheners, helpers...are really delighted with us! There is something about simply being a Human Being that enthralls them, thrills them, and they have a great desire to help us. I am hearing this message of admiration through many student reports on Connecting With Angels as well.

I used amethyst and rose quartz, at my feet, heart, and crown. It is amazing to feel the coursing of energy through my body.

Forgiveness. Acceptance. Forgiving (Who did that injustice to you? God? the Universe? Parents? Lover's? One's self?) all for the suffering and disillusion and despair we have endured. Letting go of our resistance to the pain and joy of living in these bodies. Giving our bodies and minds and emotions the gift of our love instead of our disgust, disapproval, rejection. Giving that same gentleness and respect to others. Accepting what is and giving the mind a rest from the constant chatter of thoughts.

It was a wonderfully strengthening meditation for me. We have such a wonderful ability to create meaningful visualization journeys for ourselves. And one way or another, we are always doing it!

The fear within others and ourselves tries to maintain its dominion and get those around to align with its story. It is possible to move past our primal egoic fears and discover the masterful YOU!