We recently went to an event for our self care advocacy program in which we are participating in. During one of or gatherings, we joined in for a future self meditation. We allowed our mind and body to calm over the core of a few minutes before coming up with a scene in nature. My scene was near an ocean on a beach with a path leading into the tropical forrest. We were then asked to follow that path until we were confronted with our future self. I was surprised to met a 65+yo white haired, jacked AF version of myself who looked like a cross between The Dude and Santa. He was swole, looked comfy in his casual attire (think: yoga pants and a loose fitting t-shirt, beard and glasses) and felt wise beyond his years. This man has seen some shit. There was an overwhelming sense of primal passion and fierce love which was embodied in this human. We were asked to step inside and feel what it would be like to embody this person of myself. I am so darned glad I got to meet him. There was a smoldering fierceness, honesty and compassion within his purview. He also felt healthy, tight and strong as an ox. I loved the feeling.

Next we got to ask our future selves about anything we wanted. I chose to ask about the Samsara and the work we’re doing for the temple now. The messages which came through are the same messages I’ve been saying to myself and everyone else for a long while. Things like:

• “You have everything you need in this moment and you always will.”

• “There is nothing to ever be afraid of, ever.”

• “Be honest with yourself and others.” 

• “You’re already doing the things you love so keep going and keep doing the things you love.”

• “Comfort is queen and so choose comfort and ease in life.”

• “Yes you can.”

How neat is that? If there was nothing holding you back (money, fear of failure, fatigue, malaise about the state of the world) what would you choose? I choose me.