Mani Counseling

Oh Divine Mother of mine!

As I sit in my meditation room, I have just finished praying for guidance—for our family and for each of us to find the way back to the source. Help us learn the strength to navigate this time and age, to discern what truly matters.

Looking out my window, the world is cloaked in stunning beauty. The snow lies pure and white, draping the trees and the forest like a soft, sacred veil. Your creation is breathtaking, yet so often we ignore it. Every day, we play a part in its destruction, forgetting the gifts you’ve so graciously given us.

How have we become so blind, Mother? Even this unparalleled beauty seems not enough to awaken us, not enough to remind us of you, of who we truly are, of the sacred connection to our source. What else can be done?

Sometimes I look inward, at the constant stream of thoughts in my mind, and then outward, at the world. I see how so many are caught in their own conditioning, trapped and utterly lost, forgetting the deeper purpose of life. This disconnection weighs on my heart, leaving me feeling discouraged.

And yet, Mother, in the midst of this struggle, I am reminded of your grace. When I take a walk, I see the beauty of the path I tread. The intelligence of the birds at our feeder—they wait for one another, showing patience before they eat. The love of our cat, so deeply bonded with us. My family—my daughter, my husband—his kindness and gentleness a quiet strength that opens my heart.

The music of nature, the whispers of your creation—all of this reminds me of my purpose. Even when the path feels impossibly hard, I know my heart remains strong. It has endured so much pain, and yet it still beats with resilience.

I pray, Divine Mother, that you send us reminders—gentle and persistent—so that our hearts may soften and open, a little more each day. Help us awaken to the beauty of your creation and, through it, to our own true beauty. Guide us in our dreams, in the stories you weave through nature, and in the encounters we share with others.

May we hold the light and the space for one another until we are ready. Mother, give us strength. We love you deeply.