I'm always looking for tools to make it easier to be aligned with reality. The idea that the "universe is always blessing you" promotes acceptance of reality and decreased suffering. The goal is to embrace and process reality rather than trying to bypass it. It is not too difficult to find the lessons in our suffering when the situations are not too intense. It is much more difficult to accept reality when unimaginable tragedy occurs. I also discuss the idea that our souls choose difficult incarnations in order to serve humanity. Take Action Item: Identify the blessing or lesson in your own suffering. Try to surrender your expectations about the way things are supposed to be. Instead, accept reality as it is and make the best of it. Here are the links to the previous episodes that I mentioned: Podcast Introduction The Love of The Guru: Reflections on a Ram Das Retreat Getting Unstuck from Valid Emotions The movie that I mentioned is Fierce Grace. I'm taking a week off to reflect on the direction of the podcast. Send me your feedback to [email protected] Wishing you peace and love!