Awakening to Your True Essence

What if you were originally enlightened, and that state simply got covered over? Does that sound preposterous? But what if it were true? Can you just imagine it for a moment— what would it be like if enlightenment were not some distant, unreachable goal, but your natural state that you have pushed out of your experience? Have you also learnt to look for happiness outside of yourself – maybe the next toy will do it, or another relationship?

How about bliss? Ecstasy? Enlightenment? Does that seem like asking too much? After all, you most likely don’t know anybody personally who is enlightened, or who has become a saint, no matter how long or how far they searched. But what if enlightenment isn’t something to learn, discover, or achieve? What if it’s as simple as the air we breathe but can’t see?

But how does enlightenment come about? How to achieve it? Can enlightenment be found anywhere outside yourself? Maybe in a temple, an energy point, or a sacred mountain? Millions go to holy places—but do they find enlightenment there? These sacred paths and locations can help in various ways. For some, it is that they follow instructions they were given, like having to visit Mecca once in their lifetime. For others, they hope to be able to repent by walking along a pilgrimage path. For some, it may help them wear down resistance to looking inward if they are still thinking they have to please some God outside of them. Where are you at? What is it like for you?

What is enlightenment? What are some signs that you are coming into enlightenment?

Signs of spiritual progression into enlightenment may include:

• A deep, pervasive sense of inner peace, regardless of external circumstances.
• A detachment from material desires or societal expectations, leading to more authentic joy.
• Heightened awareness and clarity, where you see reality as it is, without distortion.
• A feeling of interconnectedness with all of life, experiencing compassion without judgment.
• The quieting of mental chatter, replaced by a profound inner stillness.
• A natural inclination towards love, gratitude, and acceptance.
• Experiencing moments of bliss and ecstasy that arise from within, without any specific external trigger.

And all of this has one common denominator, it’s you. You are the experiencer. The world may appear around you, but it’s experienced within. Our senses are like radios that receive signals, which are then translated by the brain—the experience is fully within us and limited by the sensitivity of our senses. Since it’s our brain that translates these impulses, the experience is internal and not necessarily an accurate reflection of reality. And if you experience it within, doesn’t that mean it is also who you are? A reflection of your beliefs, your programming, your experiences, your true core?

The essence of life, the divine, is always there. Underneath all the distorting beliefs and interpretations of events in our lives. All you need to do is turn inward, allow a gap between your thoughts and memories and the one who can observe it all, and you’ll discover you’re already complete. Think of a baby and their contagious laughter—pure, unfiltered joy. That’s who you are too. Yet, as we grow, we lose touch with these gifts. Innocence is replaced by intellect. Silence gives way to the relentless chatter of the mind. The heart is overshadowed by a busy, restless mind. But when you allow yourself to just be and observe without giving any meaning, you’re many steps closer to coming in touch with that current that sustains your life.

Remembering enlightenment isn’t about gaining something new. It’s about a journey back—from the head to the heart, from words to silence, from complexity to simplicity.

Exploring the Nature of Enlightenment

Have you been tempted to set yourself a new goal, that of enlightenment? But do you at the same time believe it’s extremely difficult to attain? But what if enlightenment is not something to pursue or chase after? The very act of seeking it can create a divide and reaffirm your seeming imperfections, your being separate from all, your belief that you have much to learn and are simply not good enough, not worthy. Making enlightenment your goal can create a sense of separation where you believe that you are here, lacking, and enlightenment is somewhere out there, waiting to be attained. Enlightenment is not an external destination; it is a realization—a state of being where you experience reality beyond the confines of your conditioned mind. It’s an awakening to the understanding that you are life itself, that you can experience the totality of it within yourself, and you’re not just a bundle of thoughts and emotions and an accumulation of food turned into a body.

As you allow yourself to remember enlightenment, it’s crucial to go beyond the habitual patterns and compulsions of your mind. Our thoughts, beliefs, and fears create a web that keeps us entangled in repetitive cycles that can span many lifetimes! Enlightenment is like clearing away the dust that clouds the window of your perception—it’s about finding clarity and seeing things as they are, not through the distorted lens of conditioning, but sitting in the truth of all that there is, in the moving stillness of source.

• What would it take for you to let go of the thought that you are separate from life?
• What would it take for your to admit you’re scared of becoming enlightened and what the process may involve?

The nature of enlightenment is deeply tied to presence. When you are fully in touch with the present moment—not caught up in the past or anxious about the future—you come into a state of vibrant stillness. You feel an energy throbbing all throughout your body, you sense it in everything around you, and since everything is permeated by this impulse, it’s all that energy, You may find items disappear from your inner and outer vision and what you see instead are particles dancing with no start nor end to anything, everything is just pulsating, glowing – or disappearing at any given moment. In this state, everything feels alive, and you recognize that you, too, are part of that aliveness. Enlightenment is not about detachment from the world, trying to escape it and only focussing on the void. The divine, the everything is also form and your delight is to be able to profoundly  engage with it, without the attachments and fears that typically bind us. Can you embrace both the light and the darkness, knowing that both are integral aspects are one and the same?

Ultimately, enlightenment is not about becoming special or different. It is about becoming absolutely ordinary in the most extraordinary way. It’s realizing that the divine isn’t some distant entity or ideal, but the very life force within you—in every breath, every moment, and every experience. It’s coming to a place where the sense of a separate self dissolves, and what remains is an unbounded connection with everything around you—a state of limitless joy, peace, and oneness.

Beliefs: Barriers to Enlightenment

Have you wondered why this spiritual growth journey to enlightenment is taking so long and seems to be so difficult? Have you heard someone blame their spouse or children or bad job for them not making more spiritual progress? The journey to enlightenment is not always hindered by people in your life giving you a hard time, even if it’s tempting to think  it’s someone else’s mistake. So then what else could it be? Maybe you believe it’s because you haven’t found the right teacher yet? Or you think it’s just because you’ve been too lazy – or the opposite, despite putting in countless hours, you can’t seem to get off the merry-go-round? 

You are right, all of the above can be factors that may distract us or seem to postpone our growth. And have you considered that all of them are deeply tied to your belief systems? And this is where the iron gets hot. Where our minds start to race and want to protect us. Our mind senses that it could get criticized for its beliefs and it starts to tell us to run, stop reading, it might also try to distract you just to avoid pain. Yes, it can be uncomfortable to realise that we have contributed to the obstacles we have experienced in our lives. And the good news is, if we can create obstacles, we can also dismantle them!

It’s true that often it’s our own beliefs that create the most significant barriers. Even if it at first looks like someone else’s mistake or a matter of karma, when you take a closer look, you will likely notice that had you had a different set of beliefs, you would have made different choices.

For many a spiritual seeker, spiritual progress seems to be one of the things they desire most. But to have to acknowledge that it also scares us and that we build our own obstacles to avoid such mastery is something we resist just as much. And to truly remember our essence and realise that enlightenment is our natural state, we need to bring all of these belief topics into awareness, examine them, and let them go, dissolve them, replace them with the truth. To reach embodied enlightenment, a plethora of karma that’s caused by our belief systems needs to get cleared or we need to find a way to distance ourselves from it.

Common Beliefs that Block Enlightenment

• Happiness is dependent on my achievements or other people making me happy. When you believe that joy is reliant on external circumstances, it becomes conditional and fleeting. True happiness, like enlightenment, comes from within—it is independent of the ups and downs of life.
• I am a normal human being; bliss is not for me. This belief keeps you small. The idea that bliss or enlightenment is reserved for a select few prevents you from recognizing your own potential.
• We are all born sinners; I haven’t got the right to be happy, joyful, blissful. Such beliefs, often instilled through societal conditioning, create a sense of unworthiness and distance from your divine essence.
• Enlightenment is just a fantasy. The belief that enlightenment is an unattainable myth or illusion can keep you from genuinely exploring it. It’s a form of self-sabotage that prevents any real progress.
• It’s not safe to be enlightened; they will just end up killing me. Fears rooted in past trauma or collective memory can surface, suggesting that spiritual awakening will lead to danger. It takes courage to see these fears and heal the wounds, belief systems and penetrate through societal glass ceilings.
• If I start to speak of spiritual experiences, I’ll get locked up in the loony bin. The fear of judgment or societal rejection often holds people back from embracing their spiritual nature. Remember that many great teachers faced misunderstanding, yet their courage paved the way for others.
• If I become enlightened, I can’t have fun anymore and I always have to be perfect. This belief suggests that enlightenment is a joyless state, requiring you to suppress your spontaneity and humanity. In truth, enlightenment is about embodying your full essence—joy, spontaneity, and all. It means letting go of the idea that you need to be anything other than yourself.
• If I become enlightened, I will lose all of my friends and everyone will be scared of me. This belief can stem from the fear of change and the unknown. Enlightenment doesn’t mean disconnecting from the people you love—it means being more deeply connected, but without the dependency or judgment. True enlightenment often enhances your capacity for love, compassion, and understanding, allowing you to form more meaningful and authentic relationships.

These beliefs may seem like barriers, but they are also opportunities. Each one is an invitation to reflect, to uncover the truth behind your fears, and to recognize the illusions for what they are—just thoughts. You are not your thoughts, and your true essence is far beyond any limitations your mind tries to impose.

Take a moment to ask yourself:

• Which of these beliefs resonates with you the most?
• What is the origin of this belief? Is it truly yours, or is it something inherited from society, culture, or family?
• What would it feel like to let go of this belief?
• Clearing these limiting beliefs is a powerful step towards experiencing enlightenment. Would you like support with clearing beliefs around the topic or remembering enlightenment and embodied spiritual mastery? You don’t have to struggle with these beliefs or traumatic memories on your own. We invite you to reach out and book a Life Mastery Belief Transformation Session. In these sessions, we work together to uncover and clear the limiting beliefs that hold you back, restore the flow of love, and empower you to connect with your inner divine guidance and align with your highest potential so that you can safely keep integrating your Higher self step by step.

Exercise to Help You Embrace Your Enlightenment Journey

• Take a moment to ask yourself:
  • Which of these beliefs resonates with you the most?
  • What is the origin of this belief? Is it truly yours, or is it something inherited from society, culture, or family?
  • What would it feel like to let go of this belief?

Clearing these limiting beliefs is a powerful step towards experiencing enlightenment.

• Witnessing Beliefs in Action:

Throughout your day, observe the thoughts that arise, especially when you feel resistance or discomfort. Notice the patterns in your thinking, and ask yourself reflective questions such as,

• What thought came up when I felt resistance today?
  • How could I view this thought differently?
  • Can I know for 100% certain that my belief is true?
  • What would someone who doesn’t have this problem potentially believe about this topic?

By observing your thoughts in this way, you can start to identify limiting beliefs in real-time and challenge their validity. This exercise is designed to help you become more aware of your internal landscape and recognize where these beliefs may be holding you back.

Transforming limiting beliefs requires a compassionate approach—one where you acknowledge these beliefs without judgment and choose to release them. It can be as simple as allowing yourself to feel what arises, and gently reminding yourself of a more empowering truth. By regularly practicing this awareness, you begin to shift these beliefs and make room for your true essence to emerge more freely.

Do you seem to keep bumping into an invisible wall with a set of beliefs that block your enlightenment journey? Would you like support with clearing beliefs around the topic of remembering enlightenment and embodied spiritual mastery? You don’t have to struggle with these beliefs or traumatic memories on your own. We invite you to reach out and book a Life Mastery Belief Transformation Session. In these sessions, we work together to uncover and clear the limiting beliefs that hold you back, restore the flow of love, and empower you to connect with your inner divine guidance and align with your highest potential so that you can safely keep integrating your Higher self step by step.

Life Mastery Journeys True Essence Altar Card

To help you integrate the profound message that enlightenment is your natural state in your daily life and spiritual practice, I’ve created a special altar card for you. The message on this card is:

“Enlightenment is my natural state.”

This card will serve as a visual reminder of your divine nature and the innocent, enlightened core of your being. Using this altar card on your altar or in your meditation space can support you in clearing limiting beliefs blocking your enlightenment journey. I invite you to use this free Life Mastery Journeys Altar Card, print it out and let the message sink in deeper every time you see it, changing the way you view your body and life.

How to use your altar card:

1. Print out the altar card (which you’ll find below).
2. Place the card on your altar or in a special meditation area where you feel most connected to your spiritual practice. If you don’t have an altar, simply place it in a safe, sacred space where you like to focus and reflect.
3. Light a candle to symbolize the illumination of your divine truth.
4. Connect to your inner core, say a prayer or meditate, asking for support in integrating the message of the card. You may say something like, “Divine Source, I open myself to seeing that at my innermost core, I am already enlightened and allow myself to fully heal and integrate all aspects of myself to live embodied enlightenment in my daily life. ”

5. Leave the card in your sacred space as a visual reminder, or use it later as a card in a small deck to answer questions you may have about your divine path.

By engaging with this simple practice, you’re daily acknowledging the truth of your enlightened essence from which you have sprung forth. This will help let it become your lived experience, where this insight has penetrated deep into your conscious and subconscious mind and your experience of reality has shifted.

Let the card be a visual reminder that enlightenment is not something far away—it is the essence of your very being.

Key Takeaways: Embracing Your Enlightenment Journey

• Enlightenment is your natural state—it’s about returning to what you already are beneath conditioned beliefs.
• Limiting beliefs often create barriers that block you from recognizing your true essence.
• Awareness of your thoughts and compassionate release of limiting beliefs are essential steps toward transformation.
• Using tools like the Life Mastery Journeys Altar Card can help integrate new empowering beliefs.

Moving Forward with Renewed Purpose

The journey toward allowing ourselves to entertain the concept that at our core, our being could already be enlightened, and then to move towards living that experience is for many a long journey. Remembering enlightenment and embodying it can be a wonderful journey where we learn a number of virtues, such as compassion, patience, perseverance, acceptance, and surrender.  As you continue to explore these themes, remember that change can happen in an instant. Many people find that in a supportive environment, they can release long-held beliefs and step into a more empowered version of themselves with ease.

• How will your life be different once you have integrated 80%, 90%, 100% of your Higher Self, and of all seeming parts?

If you’d like support on your journey of uncovering what’s already within you, consider booking a Life Mastery Belief Transformation Session. It’s all about clearing the mind’s incorrect programming so that you can play the game of life with utmost joy, clarity and alignment with divine will, your highest will.

As always, I encourage you to stay curious and open to the possibility of deeper connections with your higher self and all that there is. How would your life change if you knew that you are physically, emotionally, and spiritually safe to grow into the master that you can be? What else is possible for you?

Blessings!

Lorea T. Elia

Life Mastery Journeys

P.S. If today’s reflections have sparked something within you, and you’re feeling ready to deepen your journey, we’re here to support you. A Life Mastery Belief Transformation Session is a one-on-one space to explore and clear limiting beliefs, reconnect with your inner guidance, and align with your highest potential. Each session is uniquely tailored to your path, helping you take meaningful steps toward the peace, joy, and balance you envision.

Click here to book your session with us. We look forward to walking alongside you on this path toward wholeness and harmony. Every step you take uplifts not only yourself but the world around you.

FAQ

1. What is enlightenment, and how can I experience it?

Enlightenment is not something external that you need to attain. It is about realizing your natural state beyond conditioned beliefs. By turning inward and releasing limiting ideas, you uncover the enlightenment that has always been within you.

2. Why do I feel disconnected from my true self?

Many people feel disconnected because of societal conditioning, limiting beliefs, and an over-reliance on intellect. Reconnecting involves letting go of these distortions and turning inward to discover the essence that was always there.

3. Can anyone achieve enlightenment?

Yes, enlightenment is accessible to everyone. It is not reserved for a select few. It is the process of unlearning conditioned beliefs and reconnecting with your core self that reveals enlightenment as your natural state. The process of remembering enlightenment can take considerable time depending on your body’s and mind’s health, karma, your willingness and support you may get.

4. What are some barriers to enlightenment?

Common barriers include limiting beliefs like feeling unworthy of enlightenment, fear of judgment, or fear of losing personal connections. These beliefs can create internal resistance that blocks the realization of your true essence.

5. How can I begin clearing limiting beliefs?

Start by observing your thoughts and questioning their origins. Ask yourself if these beliefs are truly yours or inherited from family or society. Reflecting on these thoughts compassionately helps create space for new, empowering beliefs.

6. What role does the Life Mastery Journeys Altar Card play?

The altar card serves as a visual reminder of your divine nature and enlightened essence. By engaging with it during your spiritual practice, it helps reinforce the message that enlightenment is your natural state, supporting you in shifting your beliefs.

Click here to book your session with us. We look forward to walking alongside you on this path toward wholeness and harmony. Every step you take uplifts not only yourself but the world around you.