Change is dynamic, alive, progressive, and in the moment. Thus, like synchronicities, change comes at the right time. To avoid being overwhelmed, or to avoid the old phrase that “things always happen to me,” remain alert. As adults it is these moments of change that allow conscious awareness to develop, the hallmark of the warrior. This is not about predetermination, destiny or fate. This is about taking full advantage of what each moment offers.

A warrior does not fall by the wayside weeping and feeling sorry. A warrior takes note of that which has occurred and finds a way to use it for advancement, consciously aware that in its very occurrence it presents something meaningful. And so, a warrior studies what happens and, like a good student of life, asks: Why is this meaningful for me at this time in my life? And then a warrior takes the time to find the answer.

In this manner, the warrior soon learns that every occurrence in life, bidden or unbidden, comes at the right time. In knowing this, the warrior’s conscious awareness is honed and ready to receive future changes with a keen sense of anticipation and eagerness, for a warrior knows that these are the pivotal moments of advancement, bringing insight, offering the right change at the right time.

Change that you have not anticipated or intended is change nonetheless. Sometimes change calls to you rather than the other way around and so you must be prepared to meet it with open heart and open arms. If it has arrived it is meant for you, and so the only appropriate response is to embrace it as it wishes to embrace you. Your greatest challenge, however, is to not be swamped by it but to ride it into new life. That is how to make a change of journey into a journey of change!

Observe how intention to change begins to take on its own momentum. Notice how, before long, the intention that once felt strange and impossible becomes more naturally part of one’s life. So is it with change. Pretty soon it is no longer a stranger in one’s life but a well-recognized friend and that which once had to be constantly attended to becomes normal behavior. Pretty soon the process of change is taking you forward rather than you having to push for change. Pretty soon everything is different.

It is then that a new self begins to emerge more fully, the changing self that you have longed for. Pretty soon you find that all of your intentions to change are more easily accomplished and you realize you are where you once thought it impossible to be. So is it with life, with nature; change happens constantly. Embrace that knowledge as you continue along your path of change, knowing that wihtin the self all is changing too. YOU are always changing. Observe that!

Everything is part of your changing journey. Do not dismiss anything as a mistake, as backsliding, or give it a negative label. Everything is significant, every action positive because it means you are alive and making decisions, that your spirit is pushing you to keep going.

Give value to every experience as you take your changing journey. Accept that every step shows you something. Every choice is a different part of you making a statement, asking to be a participant on your journey. Remember that everything has the power to change you. Even your thoughts have power, so keep them changing in new directions too.

Every step along your path is meaningful. Let that knowledge guide you and keep you focused and intent on your changing journey to new life!

New things begin to take precedence as a process of change progresses. The mind and body may feel deserted as old habits and behaviors are left behind, as old thoughts are refused, as old worlds are departed from and the joys and conflicts of the new journey encountered. As the connection to spirit and true self grows stronger other parts of the self may protest, feeling disconnected and even deserted. In truth, all parts are shifting and coming into new alignment and so each day must be greeted as a totally new experience in a new body self.

A changing self requires attention to all parts. And so, a gentle and kind attitude toward both the old and the new selves is important, even as they shift into new alignment with each other, and even as they change within themselves. A changing self is in a magical process of total transformation, morphing from one state into another. After all, making new connections of any kind, within and without, can be quite shocking to all systems and yet, with the gentleness and kindness now required by all aware beings fully activated, your journey to fuller spirit and spiritual awakening may progress without a hitch or glitch.

A warrior knows that the only thing that matters is staying on the path. Change will come anyway, but a warrior is always ready to greet and engage and learn from the experiences of choices made, knowing that they are all part of the journey. And so a warrior accepts what life presents and remains focused and intent. And if a warrior stumbles it is only a moment before the path is found again and the journey resumed with renewed vigor, the heart’s intent acknowledged as of the upmost importance.