INTEGRATION

I am bold
I am courageous
I am confident
I am resourceful
I am hopeful

To become an energetic and expansive force, one must encompass formidable strength and unbridled energy, maintaining a free spirited nature. When we have an affinity, or give power and energy to our core inner strength, introspection, and ground ourselves in our internal knowledge, we then live our lives by our own moral compass and mitigate distortions.

To nourish the soul, one must be open to the most powerful force in all existence, which is that of love. To experience the sacred gift of a union whether it is in the form of companionship, partnership, or friendship, it is the most authentic and genuine act of solidarity within a union because it is based on respect, understanding, encouragement, and support.

To enhance our intuition, one must allow their empathetic intuitive nature to reign, have a zest for life, maintain a keen sense of perception, remain observant in times of uncertainty, and remain grateful and appreciative for the precious moments within life. When we allow ourselves the opportunity to receive comfort and support, we remove our self imposed rigid boundaries, isolation, and constraints to enable us to experience love in the purest form. When we open ourselves to a vulnerable state, we learn true physical affection, and communicate through our words our deepest fears, desires, secrets, ambitions, and emotions.

We have all experienced periods of destruction, which resulted in isolation, sequestering our existence, and confining ourself within the comfort of our own walls. One must always keep in mind that, when we separate ourselves from others to prevent our worst fears from coming into fruition meaning exposing our true selves to another out of fear that we will be rejected, abandoned, or even worst left with fragments of ourselves shattered on the floor, we then are deprived of experience due to our inability to trust again. No two experiences are ever alike. Those that are not aligned for our internal well-being, that demonstrate neglect or leave us in despair are a result of their own projection of truths that have been recycled throughout time, and unfortunately just like a film, we were casted into their temporary reality for our own awakening of what we do not deserve. Those that neglect, abandon, silence, cause destruction are the greatest teachers within our existence because they enable us to come to the realization of our true worth, that we can survive despite the turbulence, and that our fragments needed to be shattered to be analyzed within incremental stages. Within our recovery stages we may express aggressive behaviour, deprive ourselves of self care, remain tied to the past which then results in lethargic reactions, or experience emotional phases of denial, depression, shame, guilt, anger, or even anxiety of a future which remains uncertain to us. Just like a plant, when we do not nurture our essence of being, we decay, wilt, and are depleted from any resuscitation. We do not have an infinite reservoir to withstand social isolation because we are social beings by nature, and through our acts of forming connections do we find a purpose greater than ourselves to live. For a moment, I want you to visualize the maternal or paternal instincts of a Grandparent, although they experience periods of great transitions from their life choices, however, their sense of purpose, sense of being is illuminated when they are within the presence of their Grandchildren, their energy is revitalized, their world regains a sense of purpose, they create new communities through social interactions, and most importantly, they slow down to see through the lens of innocence through their little one that is within their care. Grandparents have experienced life from being a carefree young adult, to forging a strong union with their partner, navigating the complexities of earning an income for their household, to then the enjoyment of their golden years through travel, exploration, and to care for another. Scientifically, it has even been proven that those that suffer with Dementia, when they are given a task, a sense of purpose, to live for another beyond themselves, I.e. being given a doll to emulate a baby for instance or are surrounded by their intermediate family (which also includes their beloved fur babies), their life is then instilled with hope, renews their faith, enhances their gratitude and appreciation, and through their generous acts of selflessness and kindness they regain their equilibrium. To remain adaptable, one has to evolve.

When one sets their intention, purpose, expresses and defines what matters to them, engages in self-care, self-reflection, and ceases to be reactionary in all endeavours, it then enables adaptability, flexibility within their character, direction, a sense of purpose, and most importantly creates a guideline that molds and shapes their next stage and phase of life. We must always educate ourselves, learn new habits, hobbies, techniques, and methods. When we stimulate the brain to learn new tasks we enhance our health, memory, comprehension, and are able to adjust to frequent shifts with more ease and grace. If you want to define your purpose, ask yourself, “What do you do everyday that motivates you to live another day?,” “What is needed?,” “What imperative wisdoms, lessons, or education can you impart on the greater public to enable them to become a stronger version of themselves?,” “What is your story, trajectory, or path,?.” You either are the change or are the representation of the omen of change. To be resilient, persevere, and remain fluid, remove what hinders your growth for expansion.

When we see beyond the illusions, decipher what is at the heart of the matter, engage in self-improvement, commit to your overall well-being, recognize your true potential without adopting or fostering old beliefs of self, you then emerge as pure strength where you proceed forward into situations with focus, determination, and vision rather than allowing a situation to blindside you. When you observe, listen, evaluate the elements of your life, you then partake in a rational stance which enables you to make balanced decisions. To enhance your confidence and determination within life, always focus on longevity rather than a mere moment. When we consistently invest in ourselves, we prosper, and then are able to impart our wisdom.

When we resist change, uncertainty, unpredictability, we become fearful, overwhelmed, paralyzed in our comfort zone, and resist the new from entering our terrain or domain. For myself, being a rooted fixed earth sign, it is always essential for me to remain flexible, mutable, and to embrace the unfamiliar, why? When I experience periods of stubbornness, the Universe has a technique of dragging me by the feet while I am clawing to the floorboards for dear life. Why is this? There were many periods of time where I resisted change, became territorial of what I have ever known, had FML moments (Moeez will understand this), wanted to give up, questioned my life choices and decisions, and felt destabilized when presented with new methods however, with time, education, motivation, guidance, and acceptance of my flaws, I was able to propel myself from my cocoon to experience my catharsis and metamorphosis. For example, within University, there are no exceptions for lack of commitment, dedication, determination, or focus. There is a narrow margin for errors. I experienced many situations where I failed tests, misunderstood the syntax of what I was studying or observing due to no prior knowledge or experience of what I was learning however, our struggles foster evolutionary growth, and we develop rhythm within time within our environments. Strength is developed over time, our failures enable us to place into perspective what we need to remedy, or can even makes us re-evaluate or re-awaken ourselves to what holds true importance within our lives. There were several times when I was studying for my Political Science Specialist designation where I had to learn new terminology, new modes of thinking, new forms of analysis, and Professors had no issue with ensuring that their students were pushed to their limits because within the real world, there are no safety nets. There were plenty of times where I had to maintain a professional apparatus, bite my tongue, agree to disagree, however, it encouraged me to remove myself from self imposed narratives that may have defined or confined me. If we do not open ourselves to mentorship, guidance, advice, or generational wisdom, how will we fully understand how to make an aspect of our life right? Do not remain obstinate to change. Our beliefs may not be universal truths, and our universal truths could be a learned patterned behaviour, mode, or way of being due to self preservation, denial of the truth, or resistance to change. That is the beauty about life, there is no right or wrong interpretation. When we remain anchored within our truth, connect to the earths core for grounding, while taking the time to lovingly adore the universe above, we then recognize that the world does not revolve around us, and that each of our collective efforts contributes to the overall well-being of the whole, meaning to the greater universal community. Each of us is born with a myriad of unique gifts, unlike any other. Always maintain an equilibrium between retreating and self isolation from life for recovery while giving yourself the courage and permission to emerge from your comfort zone. Be the creator of your own life.

I am grateful to my research Professor from the Munk School of Global Affairs. He taught me patience, practicality, the ability to delve and believe in myself in a field of study that I was unfamiliar with. With patience, a critical tongue when I made mistakes, guiding demeanour, and an unwavering capacity to expect only excellence, he taught me the fundamental life lesson of venturing out from my comfort zone. It took me almost a decade to understand his madness, however, he had the ability to remain with a watchful eye on the periphery as I embarked on finding my place within this world. He was a true mentor with an authentic genuine nature who encouraged focus, discipline, consistency, and taught me the importance of having brevity. He truly gave me my voice, and understood my free spirited nature, he at his core understood that reigning ones creative expression or nature destroys the soul, so he gave me emancipation, enabled me to discover, and at one period of time he encouraged me to sit at a table at the front at a conference to explore new modes of thought, while engaging with others that were in a different field of study. I always wondered why he remained on the periphery rather than at the forefront, however, he maintained a guardian stance, and allowed his students to learn through example not just through text. He made me analyze the world around me, question everything, compare and contrast my lived experiences with an open perspective to venture into the new and unknown. We need these types of mentors that are anchored in tradition, while enabling a little chaos to shake things up from time to time. He gave me the gift of the power of awareness. He seldomly liked the art of the unexpected, as he was also a rooted earth sign like myself, however, he looked for solutions rather than excuses, as he understood the art of preservation and restoration rather than radical destructive methods. His intelligence, and highly assertive nature, although misunderstood by many, demonstrated resourcefulness and adaptability in times of great turbulence or sensitive situations. He always valued integrity, loyalty, and stability, and from his example, I feel we can all learn that when we have a mentor that encourages your growth, it enables you to flourish and blossom. He taught me the importance of willpower, to not crumble under pressure (even though he assigned me over 400+ pages weekly expecting that I would quit), and to become your own source of strength for others in the future. He and I analyzed different economic trajectories of great countries, what made them stable, what led to economic disasters, and most importantly, what great transformations fostered growth. We need more individuals in the world like this man, to foster growth while honouring traditional approaches. To be innovative, we must encompass ingenuity, and embody confidence for the future. When you remain agile and alert, you can overcome insurmountable obstacles placed on your path.

Remain diligent on your spiritual development. As an advanced spiritual intuitive empath, my profound message to all is to remain neutral, open, and to encompass forgiveness within your life. When you remain in a state of peace, acceptance, and live your life in accordance to your true purpose, when you remain unfiltered it enhances your ability to endure, adapt, and you will have the strength and tenacity to diffuse situations that do not serve your highest good. To enhance your intuitive abilities one must maintain balance, harmony, and be in symbiosis with the natural rhythm of nature and life. Over time, as you progress into different transitional life stages, you will awaken to the knowledge and understanding that time is limited, what we focus our intention and energy on must always align with our greater purpose. When you embrace encouragement of the self, you become more productive, and your movements, thoughts, actions, and decisions will then coincide with your vision. I have many clients that consistently ask me, “How do I enhance my spiritual awareness, abilities, intuition?,” it starts when you foster an investment within yourself for recovery. When you invest in yourself, it is an act of self-love, no one can invest in your future other than yourself, you have to dissolve distortions, comments, fears, and live your truth, if you do not stand in your truth, you then give your power away. Purify and strengthen your soul within. First, analyze what surrounds you. Second, evaluate if this is fostering growth or hindering your learning. Third, be real with yourself, live the life that you want, if you remain in the shadows or allow yourself to be eclipsed by others by their failure to see your worth, you will become a withered plant and feel suffocated, deprived, isolated, and lose hope and faith within yourself. Be mindful, present, and consciously aware of what you engage in, our actions can not be reversed, or erased. Love unites, and it is the key to foster and strengthen our deepest connections locally, nationally, and universally.

When one develops and fosters a deeper connection with their external environment, you then assert yourself without fear, become the embodiment of unconditional love and acceptance, and break free from the ordinary and known. Remain curious, engage in risks, break free from situations outside of your control, enable lessons to be a process of self-reflection, encompass clarity of mind, partake in greater understanding and awakening, and seek divine synchronicities in every decision method. Always remember you are not alone, and through our experiences, our internal wisdom, shapes and methodically guides future generations along their paths. You are the change. Your voice is important, required, and needed. When we are able to open our minds and hearts, we then are aligned with the divine.