Finding Faith When You’re Freaking Out: You Couldn’t Be More Loved

When it comes to creating the work you love, it’s all about learning to cultivate faith. I’d say having faith in your journey is more important than brushing your teeth. Then again, I do much of my work on the phone. “But how do I have faith when things don’t work out?” my clients ask. “Where does Spirit go, when I’m freaking out?” I have a gazillion answers. But this month I want to tell you about a miracle I had years ago. I’m hoping it will nourish you and help you become the unstoppable agent of love that you are meant to be.

Years ago, I facilitated a workshop at a women’s retreat held at an eco-resort in the breathtaking Mayan Riviera, in Mexico. I remember the moment I arrived. I stared at this remote beach of glittering aqua blue water and untouched white sand. I began to cry. The beauty stung me. It rattled me and stilled me. My travel sweat evaporated. I felt naked and robed at the same time, emptied and filled. And most of all, I felt very, very loved. I felt loved in that moment, loved in the past, and loved for all time—because that’s the nature of real love. Read more