As the swift breeze of September brushed my shoulder, I found myself drawn into a deeper contemplation of my spiritual path. This contemplation was provoked by a sense of transformation—one that I might best describe as transformation through destruction.
Living in the JSC house has reaffirmed my decision to be part of this program, which has come into my life at precisely the right time. The program as a natural consequence encourages simple living. Reflecting on the phrase “more is better” brings to mind its antithesis: “less is worse.” The duality of these two reflects the most obvious conspiracy of the universe-balanced energy.
At JSC, we often speak of this year as one of “intention” and “reflection.” While immersed in meditation in my personal space, I’ve come to see there is a place for both “more” and “less”—just as there is a place for reflection and a place for action. As I mark my first full month here, I recognize that my journey to JSC began three years ago. Shortly after graduating from college, I noticed a quiet discontentment that lingered even after earning my degree. This void permeated every part of my daily life, and as I delved into its roots, my journey of self-reflection transformed into one of self-confidence.
Before I even asked whether I believed I could create this reality, I pondered if I was willing to explore it. To see a world where I could engage in meaningful work, to unlock my true potential and contribute to my community—this has been the real journey. It’s surreal to think that, in this very moment, I am giving birth to all that I’ll participate in.
It’s as if these opportunities only existed once I went looking for them. This realization makes me wonder: was this path always there, just waiting for me to traverse it.
Now, as I look ahead, I am filled with a renewed sense of purpose. The path I am on feels less like a set of circumstances I stumbled upon and more like a trail I was destined to uncover. Each day at Jubilee Healing Farm, I’m reminded of the importance of grounding myself in intention and aligning my actions with my values. Through this alignment, I hope to continue transforming, destroying old limitations, and embracing new possibilities.
As Paulo Coelho remarked, “Quando você quer alguma coisa, todo o universo conspira para que você realize seu desejo”—”When you want something, all the universe conspires to help you achieve it.” This phrase perfectly captures the way the universe seems to respond to my goals, as if everything is aligning to help me on this journey of growth and discovery.
