“Take courage. Being free is neither difficult nor distant.
I know it has often been conceived, perceived and presented to be rare, remote and difficult, but all that is delusion—a great seeming.
I don’t know why awakening happens in one heart so completely and in another there is some delay or postponement. I am not deeply concerned about this.
But I know that the voice that calls you is true, and where you are being called to is real and true. Heaven is inside your own heart.”*
I find Mooji’s words so straight forward and assuring.
So lets lighten up and trust the calling. 💛
* Mooji (2015-12-03). White Fire: Spiritual insights and teachings of advaita zen master Mooji (Kindle Locations 117-120). Mooji Media Publications. Kindle Edition.
Find Your Middle Ground 
An authentic teacher; always inspiring. H ❤
LikeLiked by 2 people
He is so down to earth and full of humor and love 🙂
This is the essence of the best of teachers … ❤️
LikeLiked by 2 people
Great post, Val. This one really hit home. Thank you. 💕
LikeLiked by 1 person
So glad it hit you in a good way Carrie. Thank you for stopping by ❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
Very inspiring Val 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Irene!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful advice, Val! And let’s do just that – trust the calling 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes Helen! Let’s ❤️
LikeLike
I love that – so let’s lighten up! So true!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes indeed Kate ❤️
LikeLike
Such truth and wisdom in his words. I have seen this in my own life and in many that I have taught. It is a gift. Thankyou Val.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you Karen for sharing here. Its wonderful to share the gifts with you 💛
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’ve nodded at everything I’ve come across by Mooji. Good share, Val.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Val, another very interesting one. ‘Being free’ is a state that interests me. I often wonder about it’s connections to being ‘needed.’ So many people dream of ‘being free but when they get there, it can seem like a desert. I haven’t sorted this out ye but think there’s a balance ~ a middle ground ~ between ‘being free and ‘being needed.’ Thoughts?
LikeLiked by 2 people
Great question Jean.
LikeLiked by 2 people
As I understand Mooji’s quote, “being free” means being “real and true,” being guided from within rather than being imprisoned by stale thoughts and emotions.
When we are not blocked by fear, guilt, anger, resentment, etc. we are free. We hold the keys. We can choose to “let go” of anything that no longer serves us. The unblocked mind is free to flow like a river, the wind, a breath, or a cloud with no hesitation. It hears the heart when it whispers.
If your heart whispers for you to fill a need . . . you feel free to fill it. Because doing so is being “real and true” to you. Just flow.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you for joining in the conversation Nancy. I like this approach of being authentic and listening to our own inner guide.
xo
LikeLiked by 1 person
We carry around so many memories, intentions, and concepts in the pockets of the mind. Keep emptying your pockets. ~ Writing on Water, Mooji
When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. ~ Lao Tzu
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great quotes to add to this perspective. Thank you so much Nancy 💛
LikeLike
Such an interesting perspective Jean, and great question! You got me thinking…
I believe that awakening and freedom are associated with realizing that we are not in fact separate human beings but are part of bigger consciousness, Presence or Spirit. When we see that we are all part of this immense awareness of being, then we become detached from individual thoughts, needs, wants and fears.
Rather than being free from other people or their expectations of us, we are free in spirit. We still live in our human dimension, but are free from attachment to others and our own thinking.
I’m not sure I found the right words here or if I got your meaning clearly 💛
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks for sharing, Val. This is great stuff! ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Jill! It goes deep ❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful and reassuring quote. Val I am taking a bit of a blog break until January so just wanted to wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas and thank you for your inspiring blog! Julie xxx
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Julie. So glad you enjoyed today’s post. have a wonderful break filled with peace, love and joy! 🎄
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for bringing Mooji’s words. I find it so freeing that we can add our vibrations of love and healing to the universe, but individuals must make their own choices. I often wonder at the choices in my life that led me to the deep spiritual path I’m on right now. I recognize the timeline of many of these experiences….but I bet there have been so many other subtle signals along the way that I haven’t yet realized. I trust that we are all ONE, and that there are reasons that some journeys play out different than others.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Freedom is definitely worth fighting for, even though while in that place of fighting, one feels imprisoned.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Indeed Elizabeth. We will feel imprisoned until we are truly free. 💛
LikeLiked by 1 person
One’s life changes completely for the better when one learns to listen to the voice of the heart.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree Eliza. Learning to hear our loving inner voice and then trusting in it, is the path to freedom from pain and suffering. ❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes, trust the calling. A lovely message, Val.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for your kind words Carol. Much appreciated. 💛
LikeLike
Dear Val… beautiful and inspirational words… Being free is neither difficult nor distant…. so true… I think that at times we might become slaves of our freedom, so to speak… It is a paradox, a sort of weightless burden, if you wish…
Sending love and all my best wishes. Aquileana 🌟.-
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for your kind and insightful words Aquileana. Love, peace and freedom to you 💕
LikeLiked by 1 person
Val I love the thought that heaven is inside your heart. Our hearts are set free when we accept and love deeply.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Kath. When our heart is full of longing for what appears to be lost, remember that the love still remains in this precious space. Hugs to you as the New Year dawns. 💕
LikeLiked by 1 person
Started my new years day with yoga Val and finished with a group of family going on a horse ride through the bush, very full first day of the year. Creating new and bright memories.
LikeLiked by 1 person
There you go. There you are. Embrace it all, Kath.
Sending a chickie hug your way. I love this little guy/emoticon, and sometimes he doesn’t show up as expected, but know he embodies love, excitement, wonder and gratitude!
🐥
LikeLiked by 1 person
got him thanks Val
LikeLiked by 1 person
Me too. I listen to Mooji whenI need a little assurance ♡
LikeLiked by 1 person
He is so grounding in a loving, easygoing and wise way.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes♡
LikeLiked by 1 person