Life is one hell of an adventure. We never know what it will bring or when. We never know where it’s about to take us or why, at least in the moment that it’s happening.
Ever since I was 18 and started questioning so much, wondering what life really is about – which began my insatiable need to read almost every book on the meaning of life throughout my twenties and early thirties – I have kept my mind and heart open to this never-ending, unfolding adventure. And what a journey it has been. It has led me to places I never imagined. Things I thought not to be possible – or at least told that they weren’t. It has challenged me to stretch waaaaaaay beyond my comfort zone. To dare to step out of all that I have “known. To have faith in something greater than myself. To trust and believe in ME, even when it was so tempting to doubt and succumb to fear.
Living from our heart – that place inside our souls that is connected to something more than what we see with our eyes or even know with our mind. It’s not a popular path. It is the “road less traveled” for sure. A place that doesn’t often follow logic and can often be perceived as “high risk; no guarantees.” And yet, for me, there has been no other choice. Well… not true. There is always another choice – to NOT live on the “edge of creation,” as I call it… the space between the known and the unknown… the place between the mundane and the “oh my god, I can’t believe I’m really doing this, but for some reason I am”… the space between “just going through the motions – ho hum” or feeling totally and completely alive!
Nope. Not an easy path, by any means. But yet, that’s because we’ve been schooled this way since childhood, yet even longer than that. For generations. For eons. Maybe since the time humans stepped onto Planet Earth. My god, that’s a long time. Yet, what has this way of believing and living gotten us? More happiness? More fulfillment? Greater health? Unspeakable joy? Peace within our souls and on the planet?
Our head… our ego… the part of ourselves that believes we’re separate – from each other, from the planet, from our own authentic selves/souls. That part of ourselves dictated by fear, doubt, and attack – on ourselves and each other. This is what has dominated human consciousness for eons. How is this working for us? Take a look at the world, at our country’s political fiasco, and even closer to home… how we treat each other not just on the street, but even in our own circle of family and friends. Is it loving, kind, and respectful? Or?
This is often the work of the ego. In it’s justification to feel “right,” others have to be “wrong.” In fact, it thrives on us not getting along (or playing well) with others. It’s not hard to find many examples of this in our world.
And then there’s the Heart… our spirit… the part of ourselves that believes we are all connected; we are ONE. It’s a beautiful thought, but it’s more than that; it’s who we are. Everything in the universe is connected. Everything. What we do to each other, we do to ourselves. In other words, we can’t escape our actions or attitudes directed outward. Attacking others is an attack on ourselves.
Yes, stepping into our heart requires us to stretch, to move beyond what we were taught to believe and how we see ourselves in the world. It requires us to take personal responsibility for the energy we carry within. To see the world as a mirror and to observe our reflection in it all, honestly.
Do we like what we see? Who do we blame?
It’s time to stop that. It’s time to own it. It’s time to connect with the ONLY power that can not only transform ourselves, but can transform the world… at least our world around us. It is a shift -a shift from the head to the heart. A shift from separation to connectedness. A shift from fear to love.
It’s needed. It’s necessary. It’s time.
THIS is the most powerful shift any of us will EVER make. It is imperative not only for our own health & well-being, but also for the health and well-being of our world. There is not one person who doesn’t have this power within. We’ve just forgotten it’s there.
The time’s are a changin’ and it’s time to own it! To make that change!
Who’s ready? The planet, the world, and your very own soul need YOU… to either shift or get off the planet, so to speak.
If you feel the “itching” within you… the desire to make a difference, not just for others, but mostly yourself, join me for my FREE webinar on Wednesday, March 30th! CLICK HERE to register!
Let’s do this together! Can’t wait to see you there!
Cheers!
Lisa
P.S. Also, tune in on Wednesday, April 6th, as Lisa Brisse, Founder of State of the Heart Fitness & Stacey Whittle launch their monthly Heart to Heart: Conversations with Those Living Their Lives from Their Hearts! Register HERE!
So beautiful and emotional Lisa, thank you so much for sharing for us all the precious moments of your beautiful journey with “Little Miss” XOXO
You’re welcome, Susan. Thank you for reading and caring. It means a lot. It’s the biggest loss I’ve had in my life and I know you know about that too. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute. And especially thank you for sharing the video of Miss. It shows clearly just how tired she was and ready to go. The children being there was such a blessing & as you say, representative of what you’ve said Miss was always about. Such a beautiful ceremony and all of the pieces falling together so perfectly and in such Divine Order. All so perfectly timed. And especially Josh’s reactions both next to her at the moment of her final breaths and his running into the pasture after her…oh my. So glad it was all captured and shared. And I’m so blessed that she came to me in my angel healing. Sending you love and prayers for Abundant Blessings, Lisa ♡
Thank you for your thoughts, Sue. Yes..it really was all so amazing. And yes, she was tired. She was more than ready. What an honor to do that for her, albeit how sad it was. But that is love, isn’t it? Thank you for caring and being so interested in my precious Miss. Sending you lots of love and healing, Sue! Big hugs.
Thanks for sharing the painfully honest details of what went into your decision.
Wow… just seeing this now. Yikes! Sorry! You’re welcome. Thank you for reading, Linette. I just finished part 2 of her actual beautiful, yet sad, transition that was orchestrated so magically from up above. Wow. It’s taken me awhile to write because of all of the emotion of reliving every detail, but it’s important and so honoring of her. I will be posting this by tomorrow!!!
Thank you for these timely words. The anxiety level (and depression and antagonism and warring) is an effect our country is suffering from. Stories. It’s all about stories and perception. Such is human history. Tribes, nations, religious groups, political affiliations…. they all use stories to define and control themselves — and others. Once we break free from the stories and start writing our own story, we find our power and and our freedom. I love how you showed this hope. When we see what we don’t want, we can become (or maintain) the kind of person who behaves in a helpful, holistic way.
I am inspired by your steps to do that, and I will adopt that to help keep me on a peaceful way, responsible for my own thoughts and actions, which should result in love. Right on, Lisa!
Beautiful Lisa!! Very eloquently expressed human needs and a reminder how love triumphs!!…(Trump!)
Thank you, Nicole!
Lisa…I’m so impressed with how well you’re able to express the deep love and connection you & Miss have for each other. It’s been a pleasure to be around her in the past few weeks and to help a little with her care. She was so great when I put the boot back on her yesterday…no halter needed! I speak to her just like I speak to a human (& my horses!) and by her response I am absolutely certain she understands every word. Your Miss is one in a billion, and I’m honored to play a small role in your journey with her.
Awwwwww, Katherine, you are the best and are as amazing as they come. Your ability to communicate with these precious souls is so wonderful and I know that Miss totally understands you and cooperates so well because she knows you are there to help her in whatever way you can. You have played a very significant role in her healing in the last couple of weeks. Thank you SO much!!!! Me, Mom and Miss all appreciate it so much! Onward and upward with our little miracle girl.
I’m speechless. This is so astonishingly beautiful. i have to read it again.
Thank your for your comment, Melissa. I am happy that this has touched you as it has me. From one horse person to another… we are all blessed to be touched by these special beings. Much love and light to you. -Lisa
Lisa, Thank you for this beautiful glimpse into your heart and the heart of Little Miss. It takes a lot of strength and a lot of love to stay present throughout this difficult time, but thanks for doing so and for being willing to share so honestly. Your story is a true testament to the unconditional love we can receive and return to animals in our lives…but it’s much more than that, as you’ve pointed out, it’s the heart lessons and the blessings in the process. Your story has touched my heart and made me see that so much more clearly. May you be blessed beyond measure, as I’m sure you already feel you are, and may you find the peace and the release from your own pain of loss when the moment comes.
The world is a better place because of you & your decision to live from intention, honesty and love.
Namaste♡
Wow, Sue. I am blessed and humbled by your message. I am touched that you have been so moved by my experience and what I have shared in regard to this journey with Little Miss. Deep sigh… It’s way bigger than me. I just keep my heart open to receiving all that is there to receive. My sweet girl is an angel in the form of a horse. I have recognized that for many, many years. I feel it is only right to share all that I have learned from her and all that she has shown me about the depths of life with others. She has so much to teach us all. Who I am and how I conduct myself in the world is a DIRECT reflection of what she has taught me about myself and who we are as human beings in this Universe. God bless you and thank you for sharing your thoughts. Namaste, Lisa
Wow what a story of hope! Loved it.
Best wishes for a great success in raising funds to send more kids to camp through the PEDAL ON THE PIER event.
OH my gosh!!!!! Just saw this comment, Rita! So sorry!!!! Glad you enjoyed this story!!!