At least lately, it seems we get into these very dire conversations about the world going to hell in a handbasket. I am reminded, however, that all things, be they a person, a tree, a political system, or a universe, must go through a process of death and rebirth or transformation. This is the way of things. Nothing lasts forever. Everything changes. This particular time is not unusual in that regard. No matter what, however, it is never the wrong time to grow in consciousness and become more aware. By becoming aware, we can push the darkness toward the light. These two are continuously operating in tandem - never separate.

In the meantime, make a gratitude list. I’m serious. Just quickly, mentally, or by hand, make a gratitude list and speak it out loud. Your thoughts become things, and things change the world. This simple practice is alchemical…it can transform you and the world.