In Service of Truth
"The highest relationship is where two people have consciously and intentionally said, “Yes, let’s get free and let’s use our relationship with one another as one of the vehicles for doing that. In order to do that, since we know that in freedom there is truth, let’s be truthful with one another.” — Ram Dass
This is one of my favourite quotes and one that Kylie and I put in the beginning of our new book Liberated Love.
If you had asked me at 20 years old if I’d see the frictions of my relationships as an opportunity to grow and liberate myself from inherited patterns and my own BS, I would’ve laughed and asked what you were smoking… haha. And probably to pass it over so I could try it .
It took me awhile until I got it. But now I see clearly that the challenges I have in my life, and especially in my relationships, are where I’m not telling truth, where I’m not getting curious about why the frustration or friction is showing up, where I’m not placing a boundary, or where I’m not standing up for something… probably because I’m in fear of hurting someone’s feelings or “rocking the boat.”
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.” ~ Maya Angelou
Man… this quote speaks volumes to our soul because what it communicates is the level of responsibility that comes with awareness. Look, I say this with love, but you already know. You know sooooooo damn much. Stop pretending you don’t. Stop pretending you’re not wise. Stop avoiding your growth. Stop putting off that conversation.
START LIVING. Start embodying everything you know. Use your pain as the vehicle for change. Explore the challenges of your life and relationships so you can liberate yourself!! YES!
I’m liberating myself alongside you, always. We’ve got this. And I’m holding you accountable to what you’re capable of.
Let’s step fully into taking responsibility for our lives and our behaviour, and then let’s invite others to do the same.
Can you think of anything more loving?
Didn’t think so.
Here’s to doing better, always.
And on a final note, our book is available for preorder now… I know I’m biased, but it’s really incredible. We’ve poured our hearts, souls and minds into this book, and it will teach you not only where your patterns come from and how to identify the frictions of your life, but also how to change those patterns.
I’m so excited for you to read it. Go here to buy it (or wherever you get your books!) and enter the order number to get a free meditation we created along with a workbook to accompany it!
Much love and a happy day to you,
Mark