The Reconciliation of Oneness
“The practice of peace and reconciliation is one of the most vital and artistic of human actions.”
— Thich Nhat Hanh
— Thich Nhat Hanh
“The end is reconciliation; the end is redemption; the end is the creation of the beloved community. It is this type of spirit and this type of love that can transform opposers into friends.”
— Martin Luther King, Jr.
— Martin Luther King, Jr.
“So instead of loving what you think is peace, love other [people] and love God above all. And instead of hating the people you think are warmakers, hate the appetites and the disorder in your own soul, which are the causes of war.”
— Thomas Merton
— Thomas Merton
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As the field of Oneness grows within you, illuminating the dark and constricted aspects of your being and consciousness, your life will begin to shake and shiver . . . shifting, changing, and growing. You’ll experience a disruption in your “normal” patterns and relationships and in your own internal awareness. Your “operating system” is undergoing an upgrade to a new and improved version of Oneness, and the programs that used to run on separation will no longer work. The outward manifestation of your inward transformation will create a sacred reordering of all the areas in your life.Exercise
The consciousness of Oneness will restore you to the vibration and frequency of love, aligning your finances, work, relationships, health, creativity, and even your experience of God. The dance has changed and your partners and movements will need to change, too! This is a reconciliation of what is deepest and truest in you with what is deepest and truest in your life and with others.
Now is the time to be certain of your purpose—to serve the growing Oneness through your own transformation. As the lesser begins to break down to give way to the greater, you may become frightened or anxious. You may feel the urge to return to the illusion of safety and security that separation offered as this reconciliation begins to manifest in the outward conditions of your life. However, the door has closed behind you. You’re in the transition phase, suspended between the two trapezes. Slowly breathe in and breathe out, and say, I release the lesser to receive the greater.
Whenever you encounter moments of fear, doubt, or uncertainty, breathe deeply and repeat the affirmation. Embrace this new awareness. Open yourself to the fresh expression and embodiment of Oneness. Remember to recite: I will, my will, Thy will. Know that your willingness is all that’s required to allow the Divine Orchestrator to reorder your life. This is the reconciliation of Oneness at work. The past is out, the presence is in, and your future is clear.
Today, reflect on what’s changing in your life. What wants to be released? What’s breaking down? Do you notice anything that’s shifting? How are your relationships being reordered? Your finances? Career? Health? How can you fully partner with the Divine and work creatively within this transformation? Be sure to ask yourself, How can I be a powerful co-creator in this process of reconciliation?
Once again, your readiness is key. Take out your journal and spend 15 minutes or so writing statements of willingness. Be sure to reflect on the following: What new experience of the living Oneness am I ready and willing to have? What new experience of myself as an expression of the living Oneness am I ready and willing to have? Continue to look inward, and touch on all aspects of your life, including your health, spirituality, relationships, career, creativity, family, community, and so on.
Here are some examples of willingness statements:
I AM willing to . . .
• . . . inspire others by being a catalyst for change in service to the growing Oneness.
• . . . be a grounded and devoted friend, lover, and family member.
• . . . serve as a passionate citizen of the world community.
• . . . see myself as loved, desired, and needed.
• . . . experience my environment as vital, thriving, and creative.
• . . . view money as healthy, essential, and abundant.
Now take at least five to seven of your willingness statements and transfer them onto a piece of paper or an index card. Keep it handy in your purse or pocket; or place it on your desk, dashboard, or nightstand. Recite your willingness statements throughout the day, and regard them as a powerful act of partnership between you and the Divine in the reconciliation of Oneness.
Affirmation
I AM a radiant, powerful expression of the living Oneness, manifesting love in all areas of my life.
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