Development

One person is taking a Reiki course to gain healing and reduce pain, but finds it too "woo-woo". Another chooses Jehovah's Witnesses because God (Jehovah) is the creator and doesn't see his Son as an equal, but finds the organisation too oppressive. Yet another attends a mindfulness meeting because of its focus on attention, but misses the depth. Someone is taking a witchcraft course to influence others with supernatural powers, but gains little positive feeling. I also hear that an acquaintance is delving into shamanism to find a connection with nature and manipulate supernatural powers. The reaction I hear is that these approaches are too limited for a total worldview. There are also those who work with tuning forks and singing bowls with vibration frequencies. None of this appeals to me, nor do I have any interest in gemstones, cards, and incense with various scents.

I need depth, as there is more than I and others can perceive. Furthermore, I am of the opinion that something does not need to be proven first to be true. In short, I prefer spirituality with both feet on the ground. I accept the knowledge that more exists, and for me, that is Mary. She is my inspiration! With her in mind, I feel happier.

My spiritual awakening came about through having to spend many days in bed due to recurring asthma problems. By thinking of Mary, her life and meaning, and connecting my existence to it, spirituality develops within me. It is about being open to Mary. This works even better for me when I pray and speak to Her. In this way, I meet Mary. That is my form of meditation; experiencing it internally, and thus my belief in Her takes shape ever more. The energy then rises, and I feel stronger, more resilient. Our Lady has changed my life. For me, this has been a development of many years, and subsequently, I have found a clear path to Mary.

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