Someone commented on my last entry that getting in touch with their inner self was like digging a hole to china with a spoon, and not even speaking Chinese!
Spiritual writings often neglect to talk about the preparation required to achieve a state of bliss. We all need to clear out old emotional residue which blocks our inner voice. We need to discipline our minds so that negative thoughts don’t keep us stuck in the same place year after year. Finally, we need to distance ourselves from toxic people and environments that weigh heavily on the system and impede growth.
Start from where you are. Your inner self is telling you your next step loud and clear. Perhaps it is saying, “Stop smoking,” or “Take time alone regularly.” You already have moments of enlightenment and these moments will turn to hours, days, and then years as you trust yourself and do what you know you need to do now.