1) Decide to be part of the solution. Know that if you remain unconscious you will be part of the problem, for the Earth, for humanity, for other species. If you’re reading this blog, you’ve probably already decided to be part of the solution. But make it a conscious decision, and a life commitment.
2) Make your life whole by finding best-practices in the areas that will allow you to unleash your power as a change agent. That does not mean forever working on your weaknesses, because I also want you to leverage your strengths. But your blind spots and your shadow will either slow you down or drag you down. So commit, now, to being the most powerful change agent you can be. And this begins with identifying the best practices – for you – in all different areas: money, relationships, spiritual growth, connection with the Earth, etc.
3) Share your findings. It’s not enough to keep them to yourself. Connect with others on a similar path. Hold top-of-mind the ethic of being of service.
4) Trust yourself more than any teacher, guru, or authority. So what if you fuck up? Failure is not fatal. It is a learning opportunity. Be willing to take imperfect action. It’s not that you won’t make mistakes. Just show up, and learn from there.
5) Have fun. Enlightenment is as much about lightening up as anything else. You will be dead tomorrow (smile!) so make sure you enjoy the ride.