Find your tribe

One of the reasons I come to events like the conference I am currently attending is to be with like minded people. To share my experience with theirs, to learn from all the people that I meet as well as the ones delivering talks or workshops and to feel like I am in community.

It can often be quite an isolated road to travel when you are starting to walk a spiritual path. I have experienced many friends who really didn't connect to the changes that they saw in me and wanted me to stay stuck in their pity party or keep struggling with them. Family members also may not understand what is happening within you as they see you change, possibly stepping away from the religious teaching of the family, attending different events and perhaps moving into new spiritual practice. All this can be quite challenging for the people that love us. It is for this reason that it is important to find a community that supports you and your new pathway. They may not be travelling exactly the same road as you, but if they are loving and open to change then they can bring a great feeling of community and support to you as a fellow traveller.

I remember as a teenager starting to investigate new and different spirituality I went along to a Brahma Kumaris (http://www.bkwsu.com) meeting and meditation session. I really loved it, even though I didn't really know much about meditation at that point. When I came home my Father didn't know anything about that particular group and said I should be careful they might be a cult. It was in the time of the Moonies and he was obviously living in fear that his daughter would be carried off into some unknown religious sect and never be seen again - as it happens that took another 20 years to happen ;). This is an example of what can happen as the people who love us are fearful of our growth and expansion. It is perfectly natural and understandable, but if we are to continue I have found it hugely helpful to be part of a community.

There are many more people in the world now who are open to self transformation and a new and different connection to their creative source. I invite you to investigate groups that are around you to see if there is somewhere that you feel connected to. It is worth stepping outside your boundaries to find that level of love and support to what I now refer to as my soul family.

Don't forget there are many online communities which could give you support, it doesn't replace the lovely feeling of a heart felt hug, but it is still a great help towards feeling like you are not an alien on this planet as you expand a grow into the greatest expression of yourself.

I invite you to go and explore new possibilities and new horizons to find your tribe. The journey will be well worth while.

Today I bathe in the glory of my soul family. I open my heart to them and embrace each path with love.