Marianne Williamson in her most famous quote says in part
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.”
Marianne Williamson, A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of “A Course in Miracles”
This quote would not have touched so many people if there wasn’t a grain of truth in it. Most people are frightened by their light and this is the reason that they find comfort in their darkness. Shining means placing ourselves out there.
It means being different and it takes courage to stand out. Taking the first steps into the Hero’s Journey requires courage and the willingness to shine and be the bright light. One must be willing to look within oneself and change. The darkness is like shackles holding you back. Are you willing to shed the shackles and step into the light to become who are meant to be, who you were born to be?
In the Greatest Salesman, Scroll III, Og says I persist until I succeed. No matter how many times you have taken a step backward, keep moving forward and be the shining light. Keep persisting.
By not moving forward you are making a decision to be the darkness. The courage is within you. If you say out there which you then you can see within you if you reach for it. Go out there and be light. Keep shining!
I am peeking around the corner and trying to step into the light. Good example from you! Thanks!
Often find this when one is recovering with one’s health; whatever their situation may be. Great explanation!
I love how you compare the darkness to shackles.
Suzette – Absolutely, it’s all about stepping into your greatness and not shying away from your potential. Keep shining and showing the world what you’re capable of!
Reminds me of the song I sang as a child titled, “This Little Light of Mine.” Your blog is inspiring!
What an eloquent blog! Amazing really! Thank you for sharing as it was really so inspiring! Thank you!