For as long as I can remember, I’ve been on a constant quest for a “better life.” Whether it was living in a bigger city, earning more money, or chasing some other elusive dream, I was always looking for myself in the extraordinary. I was always looking to the future, always striving to optimize and improve my circumstances. But in my relentless pursuit of something more, I failed to fully appreciate the beauty of the present moment.
The Realization of Acceptance
But then, something shifted. I began to realize that this constant striving, this never-ending quest for a “better” life, was actually preventing me from truly living. I was so focused on what I didn’t have that I was neglecting the very things that could bring me the most joy and fulfillment.
It dawned on me that the hardest thing is often to simply accept our current situation. Whether it’s the daily tasks of maintaining a household, the challenges of balancing work and family, or the mundane routines that make up our everyday lives, we can become so caught up in the pursuit of something more that we fail to see the beauty in the ordinary.
The Inner Conflict with Extraordinary
The more I was learning, studying and experiencing the magic of being aware, the more I wanted share that. My ego liked that, as I would be extraordinary and would fulfil my natural desire to be better. On top, as I reflected on my own journey, I recognized that my desire to be a “healer” or to pursue some higher purpose was often at odds with the basic responsibilities of being human. I would see these daily tasks as obstacles, as burdens that were holding me back from my true calling. It all was creating natural conflict in me, between the calling and the reality of my life. That was tough to understand. If I had this higher purpose, why universe would not take these daily tasks for me so I could pursuit, develop and help others. My ego was asking me, creating stress and anxiety to help me to understand the lesson I had to learn. All was happening until I stopped and surrendered. Then I started asking different questions.
A Shift in Perspective
“But what if they weren’t obstacles at all? What if they were actually necessary steps on the path to becoming my best self?”
It was in this realization that I found a newfound sense of acceptance and gratitude. I began to understand that the simple things – earning enough to put food on the table, taking care of my family, and fulfilling the basic duties of daily life – were not just requirements, but integral parts of my journey. By embracing these responsibilities with consciousness and perspective, I could find joy and purpose in the most ordinary moments.
The Path to Becoming a “Saint”
In fact, one day I was reminded of a simple song I had learned to sing for a ceremony of Temescal. A song that spoke to the essence of what it means to be human. As I sang this song one day, I realized that the path to becoming a “saint” or a higher version of myself was not about escaping the mundane, but rather about learning to fully embrace it. It was about recognizing that in order to truly be a healer, therapist or a guide for others, I first had to learn how to be a human being – with all of its joys, challenges, and basic needs.
Embracing the Beauty of the Ordinary
Now, as I start each new week, I find myself with a head full of ideas and a heart full of passion. But instead of fighting against the daily grind, I’ve learned to approach it with a sense of acceptance and appreciation. I know that it is in the simple acts of being human – clearing the cat’s poop, preparing breakfast, and taking the kids to school – that I will find the strength and resilience to pursue my higher callings.
So, I invite you to join me on this journey of embracing the beauty of the ordinary. Let us release the constant need to strive for something more and instead find contentment in the present moment. For it is in the quiet, unassuming moments of our lives that we often discover the greatest joy and fulfillment.
