Light January 30, 2007
Posted by m5 in Life.trackback
I was asked, “What are your strengths?” I found myself struggling to stay focused on enumerating what I’m good at, floundering and drifting into thoughts about areas that could use improvement. It made me realize that I don’t fully acknowledge my gifts.
Some time back, a friend made me a bookmark with a quote that is a beautiful reminder of the value of such acknowledgement:
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world. There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.
The quote is often attributed to Nelson Mandela, but in actuality is by Marianne Williamson.
You are one of the most brilliant stars I know, letting your heart decide what it is you want to do, and using your brain/wisdom to execute. It’s truly beautiful to see someone who is open to the cosmic energy up above, while remaining grounded about the reality we all share.
I really enjoy reading your updates. Please contact me if/when you come back to SF. I would love to see you!.
Love,
Miki
Thank you for the lovely affirmation, Miki! You are a beautiful inspiration yourself – following your dreams to offer your best to the world! I had an osteopath client the other day, and thought of you…
I do still think of the Bay Area as home… I’ll definitely be in touch when I make it back!