Find Your Middle Ground

* Inspiration – being free

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awakened heart

“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.

41 responses to “* Inspiration – being free”

  1. Hariod Brawn Avatar
    Hariod Brawn

    An authentic teacher; always inspiring. H ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      He is so down to earth and full of humor and love 🙂
      This is the essence of the best of teachers … ❤️

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  2. Carrie Avatar
    Carrie

    Great post, Val. This one really hit home. Thank you. 💕

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      So glad it hit you in a good way Carrie. Thank you for stopping by ❤️

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  3. IreneDesign2011 Avatar
    IreneDesign2011

    Very inspiring Val 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Irene!

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  4. Tiny Avatar
    Tiny

    Beautiful advice, Val! And let’s do just that – trust the calling 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Yes Helen! Let’s ❤️

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  5. Kate @ Did That Just Happen? Avatar
    Kate @ Did That Just Happen?

    I love that – so let’s lighten up! So true!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Yes indeed Kate ❤️

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  6. Healing Grief Avatar
    Healing Grief

    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.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Karen for sharing here. Its wonderful to share the gifts with you 💛

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  7. nrhatch Avatar
    nrhatch

    I’ve nodded at everything I’ve come across by Mooji. Good share, Val.

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  8. socialbridge Avatar
    socialbridge

    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?

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    1. Hariod Brawn Avatar
      Hariod Brawn

      Great question Jean.

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    2. nrhatch Avatar
      nrhatch

      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.

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      1. Val Boyko Avatar
        Val Boyko

        Thank you for joining in the conversation Nancy. I like this approach of being authentic and listening to our own inner guide.
        xo

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    3. nrhatch Avatar
      nrhatch

      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

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      1. Val Boyko Avatar
        Val Boyko

        Great quotes to add to this perspective. Thank you so much Nancy 💛

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    4. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      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 💛

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  9. Jill Weatherholt Avatar
    Jill Weatherholt

    Thanks for sharing, Val. This is great stuff! ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks so much Jill! It goes deep ❤️

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  10. jmgoyder Avatar
    jmgoyder

    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

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Julie. So glad you enjoyed today’s post. have a wonderful break filled with peace, love and joy! 🎄

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  11. In the Stillness of Willow Hill Avatar
    In the Stillness of Willow Hill

    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.

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  12. elizabeth2560 Avatar
    elizabeth2560

    Freedom is definitely worth fighting for, even though while in that place of fighting, one feels imprisoned.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Indeed Elizabeth. We will feel imprisoned until we are truly free. 💛

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  13. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    One’s life changes completely for the better when one learns to listen to the voice of the heart.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      I agree Eliza. Learning to hear our loving inner voice and then trusting in it, is the path to freedom from pain and suffering. ❤️

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  14. Carol Ferenc Avatar
    Carol Ferenc

    Yes, trust the calling. A lovely message, Val.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you for your kind words Carol. Much appreciated. 💛

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  15. Aquileana Avatar
    Aquileana

    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 🌟.-

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you for your kind and insightful words Aquileana. Love, peace and freedom to you 💕

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  16. Minuscule Moments Avatar
    Minuscule Moments

    Val I love the thought that heaven is inside your heart. Our hearts are set free when we accept and love deeply.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      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. 💕

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      1. Minuscule Moments Avatar
        Minuscule Moments

        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.

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        1. Val Boyko Avatar
          Val Boyko

          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!
          🐥

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          1. Minuscule Moments Avatar
            Minuscule Moments

            got him thanks Val

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  17. Laurie's Notes Avatar
    Laurie’s Notes

    Me too. I listen to Mooji whenI need a little assurance ♡

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      He is so grounding in a loving, easygoing and wise way.

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      1. Laurie's Notes Avatar
        Laurie’s Notes

        Yes♡

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This blog came to life one morning in 2013.  I woke up with these words in my mind:  “Life is a series of highs and lows. Be grateful for the highs. Be graceful in the lows. And find contentment in your Middle Ground.”

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