Spiritual Awakening
My spiritual philosophy is a combination of Psychosynthesis Counselling, A Course in Miracles, the teachings of Eckhart Tolle, the writings of Diederik Wolsak, Gerald Jampolsky’s principles of attitudinal healing and Pathways of Light ministerial training, all of which inform my work with clients who are wanting to shift from cycles of suffering, to being aligned with the qualities of their Higher Selves: peace, truth, love and joy
All aspects of our life reflect evidence to support our core beliefs. Therefore, if we want to experience a different reality or outcome, we must begin by changing our minds about who we believe ourselves to be.
A key principle from A Course in Miracles states: “I am never upset for the reason I think.” This insight invites us to recognize that our distress is not caused by external circumstances but by the beliefs and judgments we hold within.
The ego is a collection of beliefs rooted in separation and fear. It perpetuates the idea that you are flawed, unworthy, or disconnected from others. These thoughts, however convincing, are illusions. In truth, you are innocent, whole, and unchangeable.
When you release the false beliefs of the ego and embrace the truth of Oneness, you rediscover your innate wholeness. This journey involves shifting from seeking validation outside yourself to finding peace within. The Higher Self, eternally connected to love and unity, is always waiting for you to recognize it and claim the joy that is your birthright.
I subscribe to the idea that every individual is an integral part of Oneness, inherently possessing unshakable worth, and that this worth is not derived from external factors, but is established by the divine. Accepting this truth offers the ability to process deeply negative beliefs. When worth is seen as intrinsic and unchangeable, there is no space for guilt, shame, or self-doubt. This understanding provides a firm foundation for self-acceptance and lasting happiness.
Many spiritual traditions, including ACIM purport that your worth is eternal and cannot be altered, no matter what you do or believe. The process of self-healing reconnects you with this truth, transitioning you from a fear-driven, ego-centred existence to a life led by love and guided by your Higher Self. In this state, challenges are no longer seen as obstacles but as opportunities for growth. This perspective transforms how you approach life, creating a sense of trust and confidence in the process.
Much like a loving GPS, your Higher Self gently guides you, recalculating your path without judgment when you stray to unconscious limiting beliefs and patterns. Unlike the critical ego, which fixates on mistakes and failures, the Higher Self consistently and gently offers the next step forward, no matter how far off course you may feel, reminding us with every step, that we are never left alone.
Spiritual counselling focuses on learning to allow yourself to experience the wholeness that you already are, but that may be outside of your awareness due to fearful beliefs of loss, lack and inadequacy. It is about helping you to get in touch with the Love, Joy and Peace that is always available to you by removing the blocks opposing them and aligning you with the Truth that you are inherently valuable; wholly loveable, wholly loving and wholly loved.
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