What I Wish For You

For you, I wish:

In the name of your full blossoming, the removal of all self-doubt.

In the name of liberation from suffering, the discovery of what is unmistakably worthy of veneration.

In the name of stability, joyful residence in your one true home: your body.

In the name of ease, willingness to ride the waves of breath which are your unerring connection to the present moment.

In the name of your brilliance, recognition of the enormity of your own mind (which is inseparable from the divine mind).

In the name of your fierceness, ability to remain powerfully open in all circumstances, no matter how difficult.

In the name of generosity, absolute acceptance of yourself and, therefore, of others.

In the name of discipline, willingness to refrain from self-harm and, therefore, harm of others.

In the name of patience, freedom from expectation.

In the name of exertion, willingness to turn your mind toward joy.

In the name of mindfulness, the delight of perfect focus in the midst of enormous speed.

In the name of wisdom, in all circumstances, knowing what to accept and what to reject.

In the name of discernment, knowing in all situations of your life whether to pacify, enrich, magnetize, or destroy.

In the name of peace, taking up residence in your indestructible worthiness.

In the name of peace, that your every gesture, whether soft or hard, telegraph love for your fellow beings.

In the name of peace, knowing in your heart of hearts that the beauty and magnificence of this world is continuously unfolding.

And, of course, the delight and power and warmth of a completely open heart.

Happy new year!

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