[blockquote source=”Pema Chödrön”]”There comes a time when the bubble of ego is popped and you can’t get the ground back for an extended period of time.Those times, when you absolutely cannot get it back together, are the most rich and powerful times in our lives.”[/blockquote]

My darlings, this teaching came to mind earlier week when my daughter experienced a terrible upset. In that moment, she was overwhelmed with emotion – and uncertain of her ‘way forward.’

It can feel particularly unsettling to be ripped from the security of our comfort zone. But, it’s precisely within these moments – of fear, of upset, and uncertainty – that we are presented the greatest potential to change.

And, what we must always remember – is that within each of these moments, there *is* a gift.

The gift of understanding…

The gift of knowing…

The gift of empowerment and resilience…

And, perhaps the greatest gift of all ~ that of being able to move a little closer to self.

I like to think that with each earth shattering, catastrophic unsettledness ~ that the most hardened parts of our ego, experience the greatest ‘softening.’

And, in the end… isn’t that the most miraculous aspect of our journey? That even within the darkest of moments, a little light *always* finds its way through.

So, stop chasing after that light, my darlings ~ don’t you know it’s been right there within you, all along?

Namaste, my dears ~ and much love on this most glorious day.