11 Tools for Sanity, Clarity & Empathy in times of great changes
Jan 29, 2025
In these times when the shadows of fear and division seem overwhelming, many have reached out to me, seeking guidance on how to find light, clarity, and grounding.
I do not hold a magical solution or claim to know all the answers, but I wish to share what feels essential during these prophetic times of "the great turning."
These pieces of wisdom are not only for the troubled days we face now but are threads of guidance woven for decades to come. They guide us when we feel untethered, offering clarity, wisdom, and inner peace.
These are the essentials I hold dear. They have been life-saving to me countless times and have tended to many souls in this grand ceremony we call 'life.'
- Connect with Nature and Ancestors - Deepen your relationship with the Earth and draw wisdom from your ancestral heritage to achieve grounding, peace, and a sense of belonging amidst uncertainty.
- Build and Support Community—Foster strong, supportive networks that stand united against division, creating resilience and solidarity in the face of separation. Be of service to those in needs.
- Engage in Compassionate Advocacy - Join and support movements that champion human rights, diversity, and peace to foster unity and counteract hatred and injustice.
- Cultivate Spirituality and Creativity—Embrace meaningful spiritual practices and develop skills that honor nature and express creativity. These practices promote healing and a sense of purposeful direction.
- Seek Guidance from Elders and Timeless Wisdom Traditions—Learn from wise elders and ancient cosmologies to gain insight and perspective. They always help guide us toward wisdom in navigating challenges. Be aware and avoid ungrounded spirituality.
- Heal Personal Shadows and Nurture Passions—Confront inner wounds for growth and vitality, nurturing your passions as a source of strength and fulfillment and as a container for deep inner work.
- Celebrate Joy, Play, and Laughter - Encourage happiness and humor as essential tools for healing and resilience, fostering an enduring spirit against fear and despair.
- Strengthen Contemplative Practices and Cultivate Silence—Prayer, meditation, journaling, and moments of silence can help maintain inner peace and clarity, providing stability and focus amidst external chaos and gifting essential wisdom.
- Pay Attention to Dreams (especially the one that seems prophetic). Listen to the wisdom and guidance offered by your dreams to gain personal insight and clarity, which can help you navigate the complexities of life.
- Purchase & consume wisely. Pay attention to where and how you shop. Prefer local. Prefer sustainable. Focusing on people and brands that aligns with the values you care for.
- Learn the Medicine and Allies of the Land—Discover your environment's natural resources (explore, observe, listen, plant, garden, forage, ..), medicines, and food to nurture resilience and health, foster sustainability, and connect to the life forces that know how to live in sacred reciprocity.
I am learning to walk this path, this life, this time, as you. As you, there are moments of doubt, grief, bewilderment, joy, and love.
If you need additional support, join our online gatherings or book a one-on-one mentoring session with me to craft a plan that is curated for you.
Remember, this is not about being perfect or knowing "what to do." It is more about nurturing some internal safety and softness to allow what is blessed, what is wise, and what is needed to arise from your inner mystic and guide you.
It is about crafting a new world that has never been born before. Humility, patience, and trust are key allies in that process. But actions and fierce commitment to a new paradigm should be your guiding fire.
In solidarity and hope, I pray with you, act with you, and believe with you. Each prayer and thoughtful action lights the way for us and future generations.
In gratitude,
Photo: Weaving a new drum in community
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