Freedom’s just another word . . .

I was pretty vulnerable in my last post, so I thought it might be good to give you an update about what has happened in the week since then.

I’ve developed a deeply felt sense of freedom during the past few days, just hanging out, beginning to enjoy how cool I really am. My cat, Mombasa, has picked up this vibe, and she follows me from room to room, soaking up my great energy and returning it in her own furry way.

I’ve just made another short video, as a follow-up to my “Woman Behind the Curtain” video a week ago, and doing this one was amazing! I watched it afterward and thought, wow, that woman looks like she really loves who she is. . .

The title for this post popped into my head as I watched the video, and I hear Janis Joplin in my head singing “Bobby McGee” as I type this.

I’m thinking about the Buddha too. He talked about freedom. I think maybe he would be happy with the line from that song, “Freedom’s just another word for nothing left to lose.”

During my many years as a meditator, I’ve been learning about letting go of who I’ve been and who I think I should be. I’ve not been a fast learner, and this has not been an easy journey, these eighteen years.

But – I’ve finally succeeded. I wanted to learn to love myself just as I am, unconditionally, before I died. And guess what, I’ve made it!

My new slogan?

Relish the journey.

(It’s the only one you’ve got. . .)

Tagged as: freedom, inspiration, joy, meditation