Life seems to be a complicated web of events for which the human race is constantly trying to figure out.  We are evolving everyday into a more conscious living enlightened state of mind as the veil gradually diminishes and we begin to realize our purpose here on Earth.  What an incredible opportunity for those of us that are living our lives during this transition!

I realize for many, including myself, that although this is an ominous experience, it doesn’t always feel comfortable.  This is due to the resistance our ego creates while True Self is piercing its light through in order to be heard and experienced.

Don’t get me wrong, the ego has a purpose too (which will be the subject of a future post), so be gentle to your ego while this transition is happening or you risk the possibility of creating more resistance, which in turn creates additional struggle and pain.  With that being said, how do Talents and Gifts fit into this equation?  Your Higher Self is striving for a corporeal experience within your life by materializing your talents and gifts here on Earth.  This happens when ego & Higher Self are relatively balanced and working in harmony.

Many of us are aware of our True talents and gifts, while others have not come to know what these are.  Those of you whom are aware but have not yet materialized them into your life’s experience might ask why?  Some of you may answer back with internal chatter that may sound like this: “I’m afraid I’m not good enough”, or “I won’t be successful if I do”, or “I don’t have the time”, or “I’m too old or young to do that”, or “It’s too difficult to overcome the obstacles”, or “Where do I begin, it seems impossible”, or “There’s already too many people with this gift in the world and there’s no room for me”, or “It’s a dead art form to the world and no one appreciates it anymore.”  These are only a few examples of internal chatter which is the resistance to manifestation.  There are several reasons for this internal chatter that exists, for example: the collective social conditions you were born into, your up-bringing, etc.  No matter what the reasons; what you must realize is, we are all waiting and deserve to experience your talents and gifts (as do you too), they are not yours to keep!

Now this may seem harsh to some and rejuvenating to others or both.  Just think for a minute; if all the musicians and songwriters in the world kept their talents and gifts to themselves, we would never have had the illuminating experience of music in our lives!  Can you even imagine life without music?  These people certainly have had to eliminate the counter intentions, or resistance in their lives in order to share their gifts with us, and I can guarantee that it was not easy for any of them.  I am truly grateful for their gifts and inspired by their courage.

You may think that you are being humble or modest or selfless with the non-action of materializing your talents and gifts, I say, your ego has you fooled!  It is a rather fear-centered point of view by holding onto your talents and gifts, and no one has ever said it more eloquently and gently than Marianne Williamson in her book A Return to Love:

“our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?  You are a child of God.  Your playing small doesn’t serve the world.  There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.  We are all meant to shine, as children do.  We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.  It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone.  And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.  As we’re liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”

If you are aware of your talents and gifts, I invite you to listen to your Higher Self and begin developing or seeking outlets for your talents so that we may experience your Greatness by receiving your gifts!  If you aren’t aware of your talents and gifts, I invite you to reach out by searching for guidance in how to recognize them and then share them with us.  The internet is a great tool for gaining support instantaneously, use it, and share.  Be watchful of those who tell you that you won’t make it; they are listening to their own resistance.  Do not judge them, compassionately recognize that they are in the state of resistance and that they might need a little boost too.

You will find that the greatest joy you receive is by doing exactly what you want and then sharing that with us.  It truly is a win-win experience!

“Your only obligation in any lifetime is to be true to yourself.  Being true to anyone else or anything else is not only impossible, but the mark of a fake messiah.”  by Richard Bach the author of Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah

You are amazing………find your talents and gifts, dedicate your life to them, and share them with the world!!!