Recently, events have come together in my life in ways that can only be attributed to being an exponent of the Perennial Philosophy. We have been conditioned to believe that we are on a quest for that which will make us happy and fulfilled. That it is "out there" somewhere, and usually means attaining tangible goals such as "financial freedom" or career fulfillment. And when we get there, then we will be "living the Dream."
We are Spirit. And while we are united within our temples of flesh and blood, we have an opportunity to do something that only we can do. If we fight it, or worse are blind to it, our lives will be filled with pain and drama. But, if we are open to the learn the lessons that life is trying to teach us, we just may discover- ourselves.
When you do, then every day you will be living the dream. Having autonomy and doing not only what you want to do, but what your are meant to do. Being true to your purpose is what Charles Wagner meant when he wrote:
“We must again become men who have only one principle, one word, one work, one love; in a word, men with a sense of duty. This is the source of power. And without this there is only the phantom of a man, the unstable sand, and hollow reed which bends beneath every breath. Be faithful; this is the changeless northern star which will guide you through the vicissitudes of life, through doubts and discouragements, and even mistakes.”
From Courage, 1894
By Charles Wagner
Learn who you are; why you are here; your purpose-
that is the rock you build your life upon.
That is what you are faithful to. Thou art That.
