Lasting Happiness

Lasting Happiness

Are you ready to be happy ? Are you willing to do what it takes to cultivate and experience “Lasting Happiness?” Do you even believe it is possible? Most of us know happiness is not dependent upon what we have or what our station in life is and so on. For this reason I won’t go into that. There is evidence of this everywhere you look. So, here begins my offering in the hope that it will inspire your ascension into the cultivation of “Lasting Happiness.”

 

Abiding Delight

Let’s look at happiness from a couple different perspectives  One, there is a happiness that disappears during a challenge but survives and eventually resurfaces after the storm. This vibration of happiness is still somewhat strong however, reviewing the chaos shows just where the weakness is and how far reaching. All you have to do is pay attention to how long it takes for happiness to return. That tells you how far reaching the weakness is. Next, pay attention to the catalyst that brought about a return of happiness. Once in a good space review what was the deciding factor that caused happiness to fly out the window.

Secondly, there is a happiness that continues to be present during the storm. This is the vibration of “Lasting Happiness.” A strong sense of inner peace makes this possible. Add to that, a deep sense of healthy self love emanates unwaveringly from your very core. A firm conviction to remain ever present, trusting in the process of Life and faith in the Goodness of Life cultivates deep inner peace and strengthens healthy self love.

 

Doorway to Freedom

When we choose to be free from the negativity that attempts to gain our attention, the door to our freedom is wide open. The challenge and the growth opportunity is to stand firm in the midst of challenges and conflict. This vibration of freedom from the tug of fear and other low vibrations deepens inner peace. It is a conscious choice and choosing to remain in the center of the storm where peace resides is a wise practice to cultivate. 

When I take the time to be still I am reminded of a resounding truth. The truth I refer to is that everything I need and need to know lies within me. In the stillness, my consciousness becomes fixed upon the essence of being, the very light of the soul. The clamor of the outer mind begins to quiet. Patience takes me there.

 

Undying Love

When challenges arise, giving way to arguments, recognize the fuel that starts it and keeps the argument going. Is there a need to prove you are right and they are wrong? Is someone justifying their actions or using manipulation tactics by employing guilt? Are the words pushing an agenda of blame and shame? There are many more examples but they all point to one thing. The imbalance of the charka system is giving power to the lower ego. There is no “Lasting Happiness” here because there is very little heart energy and even less inner peace.

When the challenges you face inspire you to dig deep and love big you are cultivating the reality of “Lasting Happiness.” When the veil of illusion that adheres to chaos begins to lift, it is easy to see that even if you don’t agree you do not have to rob yourself of  inner peace and happiness.

 

Choose A Healthy Sense of Self Love

A couple things you can do is one, walk away letting the other person know you will return later. Letting the other party know you will pick this up at a time when the energy is not so hot shows respect for you and them. Two, choose how far you are willing to go in this situation. When your inner peace begins to feel the heat, it is signaling a time for self care. Make the decision to maintain your state of happiness knowing it is within your power and is important.  You do not have to get caught up in having to win or prove yourself right.

 

What To Do With The Energy

This is a good time for a healthy activity such a yoga class or a run in the park. Pay attention to your thoughts making sure to steer them higher than that of criticism, shame, blame and so on. Recognize your feelings, be honest and write them in a journal. Continue to find your way to the inner peace you know resides within you. Smile to yourself inviting your happiness to come front and center. If you have a deep sense of inner peace and have cultivated healthy self love, you will have left the chaos at a good time. In this case, your happiness will be only a breath away. 

 

Find the Truth, Rest There for a Bit

Divine Love is the path, the way, the truth and gives a solution to every discord we create. The creation of human love is far from Divine love. The love, in relationships as we know them to be, is often laced with jealousy, fear, guilt. Visualize peace. Be at peace with yourself and others.

Make peace a priority and a responsibility. Whatever you are witnessing, hold dear to deep inner peace for all that is happening in your own world and the world at large. It has a tremendous effect on your day to day beautiful life and the world as a whole. Be the example of what you believe, hope for and desire. As you ask for the truth, believe it is making itself known. From there, be still, listen and stay alert to intuitive information.

 

Choices Reflecting Lasting Delight

There are two choices everyone who desires “Lasting Happiness” can and must employ.  One, self discipline and two, self correction or as I like to say course correct. We all have energy to use. Much of the energy used goes to places of no value and may even be detrimental to overall wellness. Attention going to gossip and things that are none of your business is an example of this. Spending precious energy treating yourself poorly, entertaining unloving thoughts about yourself and others is a terrible waste of precious energy.

Pull your tendrils of energies back to yourself, specifically, bring your wayward energy home to the heart. With more of your energy available for you to use, you can begin to create something positive and beautiful, starting with yourself. Lasting Happiness as a possibility, becomes a reality.

 

Begin with Yourself

Be your best self and resist the urge or habit of telling others what to do, what is right for them and how it should be. Know deep in your heart that it is not your job to correct others all the time at any cost. Instead, begin to redirect your energy toward self correction and self discipline. Spending your time and energy in this way opens the door for you to consciously choose and cultivate peace and freedom. It is a gateway to self discovery and illuminates who you are. Knowing thyself is paramount to cultivating lasting happiness.

Take the time to center yourself. Still your outer mind as you listen to your heartbeat. Now listen for your loving guidance that makes itself known through the whispers of your inner voice.  Embrace the light that is the Source of “Lasting Happiness.”

One step at a time you find yourself on a path of becoming your best self. You will be amazed at how many things in your life will shift and change as you remain steadfast on the path to Light. Some things and people will fade away. Do not fret, just let go and let God.  I say this because as you continue on the path, the Radiance of the one true Source of Life will expand and illuminate your life. Shine on!

 

Time to End Old Habits

The time is now to become aware of how often you find yourself complaining, fretting and telling lies. Little white lies are lies, even if you are telling them to yourself. These are things that are best ended particularly because they stand in the way of your lasting happiness. You must embrace the truth.

Are you spending time in worry, conversation that rely on gossip or ruminate about negative things? Free yourself from being angry, judgmental, critical and mean. No one likes to think of themselves as mean yet many people are mean and don’t even realize it.

You may ask, how do I begin?  Still yourself. See who you have become. When you see yourself as you are right now do not judge. Instead, assess your behaviors and begin to employ self discipline and self correction. My Life course is a great way to learn about who you are and how you can make sustainable changes. Conscious Mastery®Life Course. Enjoy the path that helps you understood how to love yourself right now, grow, evolve, develop self mastery and promote loving relationships.

 

A Good Way to Transition 

Take the time to center, still your outer mind, listen for the inner voice that guides you to experience the beauty in this life. Embrace the light that is the Source of “Lasting Happiness.” One step at a time will lead you on a path of becoming whole once again. You will be amazed at how many things in your life will shift and change as you remain true to your path to Light. 

 

 

 

Meditation coloring piece from my book Conscious Mastery-Freedom from the Inside Out

My rendition of coloring “Balance of the Masculine Feminine” from last post. If you have a snap shot of yours send it to me and I will post it. Let me know of your experience if you feel so moved to share …peace and love

 

 

 

 

 

Coloring page by: Mother/daughter Heather and Alyza…

Beautiful!

Thank you for sharing  🙂

 

 

May your path lead you to the reality of experiencing “Lasting Happiness”

love and light

Astara

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