You don't earn connection with G-d by doing more, you wake up to it by noticing what's already there.

Stop chasing connection with the Creator, it's already yours.

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Ever feel like you’re always reaching, but never getting there?

I get it.

For a long time, I thought I had to find a way to "reach" The Creator.

I kept trying to figure Him out with logic.

But here's what I learned:

Trying to fully grasp The Creator with your mind is like trying to catch sunlight in your hand.

Sunlight doesn't exist separately inside the sun.

It's just the sun.

The same goes for The Creator’s qualities,His kindness, wisdom, love.

They aren’t separate from Him.

They are Him.

Why does this matter?

Because the connection you desire isn't something you have to earn or chase.

It’s something you just have to notice.

Notice the kindness in someone's smile, the beauty in nature, or the wisdom in everyday moments.

And when negativity shows up, remember:

it’s just a sign that, right now, The Creator isn't revealing Himself clearly.

Feeling overwhelmed or lonely?

Pause and try this:

1. Take a deep breath and remind yourself, "I'm already connected."

2. Let go of trying to understand everything perfectly.

Instead, just notice the small ways The Creator shows up in your day.

Remember:

You don't find connection, you realize it.

"You don't earn connection with the Creator by doing more, you wake up to it by noticing what's already there."

Explore the NextSelf Blog. Start with this post explaining the world of souls. And my Youtube. Content is published to this facebook first and a few days later, to the blog.

The blog lists all the difference patterns to study, understanding patterns is how one can develop 'Daas' [felt knowing].
Update: As awe, trust, and love deepen, they can allow greater openness and intimacy with the Creator. That intimacy can include sadness when you notice how much more of His goodness can be revealed.