23. Lightworker

Soul alignment, following passions, transmuting shadow

The transmutation of shadow is needed when seeking the light that guides you.

When a light creates a shadow notice how the light doesn’t dim as a response. It continues to shine even though the shadow is there, looming in the background. Light cannot avoid shadows any more than you can avoid people who are mean, rude, unsupportive or lacking vision. Shining your light doesn’t mean everyone will love you; it means you’re turning on your light so the people who can and will love you in the way that you need to be loved can find you.

Shining your light doesn’t take much, simply a commitment to follow your passions and embrace the things that bring you joy, excitement and a sense of wonder. Your soul falls into alignment a little bit more every time you follow what’s in your heart. There is no need to fear the hows, whys or what ifs: if a desire has made its way to you it’s because spirit has already given it to you and is waiting for you to receive this gift.

The right people, place and opportunities will seek you out, providing you with the necessary resources to achieve your dreams. When you listen carefully your soul will tell you who is right and who is wrong, who can support you and who cannot. Don’t worry about the shadows in the background: they can yell and intimidate, stare and complain but they do not have the power to stop your light from shining.

You don’t get to tell people how to love you; you get to choose if you want to participate in the way they love. – Iyanla Vanzant