ONE...: Embracing Life and Illuminating Your Spirit

By Kimble Greene

Understanding yourself is key to taking control of one's own life. 'ONE...' is a self-improvement book as Dr. Kimble Greene encourages readers to find their own spirit and drive, to push themselves to get more out of their lives. From coping with loss and depression to driving oneself to greater successes

• Language: English
• Publisher: Catalyst Enterprises Worldwide
• Release date: Jul 29, 2021
• ISBN: 9780997717860

Kimble Greene

Kimble has been empowering and transforming people for over 35 years. She has a PhD in transpersonal psychology and is a bestselling author, master catalyst and a trailblazer. Known as the 'Soul Whisperer', Kimble reconnects people to their core passion and purpose, leading them to achieve their goals and create success in their lives. Kimble's decades of education, research and experience culminated in the development of The Catalyst Factor™. This philosophy is based on the frontier science that establishes people as beings of energy and belief, with the innate capacity for ongoing biological and psychological transformation. This paradigm shifting philosophy was followed by the development of The Monarch Method™ -the personalized approach for removing what's blocking you so you can achieve long-awaited goals and dreams. Both are 'game-changing'. Shortly after launching The Monarch Method™ in 2009, client success skyrocketed. Since that time, The Monarch Method™ has become internationally acclaimed with Kimble's talks and services in increasing demand. Kimble works with individuals and leaders interested in creating real, sustainable change in their lives

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INTRODUCTION

On the one hand, the more I know (especially about my Self), the more I expand – intellectually, socially, spiritually, emotionally and existentially. On the other hand, the more I learn, the more I realize how very much I do not know and how much I still have to learn. And that is exactly the way life is supposed to be! If you hear someone say they have learned all there is to learn…be suspicious. For, while we remain in this earth school, learning is infinite.

The good news about this book is there is no new learning required! That is because all you need to know about this topic is already present within you – and has been since birth! It is simply a matter of identifying the tools to access the vast storehouse of knowledge and understanding you already possess. Skeptical? Well, if you weren’t, I would be surprised. If, 10 or more years ago, someone was to tell me that all I needed to do to have a better life was access some information I already possessed, I’d say they were nuts. For me, life was a struggle back then. It seemed as if, from my early teens through my early 30’s, I was constantly battling things like depression, rejection, and failure. I felt as if I was dragging around an entire set of luggage worth of worries and concerns. In other words, I had lots of baggage!

As a young woman, I connected very strongly to the warrior spirit within me. So, it was not that I wasn’t able to overcome or push through my struggles, it simply seemed as if the struggles and discouragements were endless. I felt as if I was living on a roller coaster of emotions - ups and downs, successes and failures, happiness, and sadness - the ride was exhausting. Despite all my efforts (ok, not so much the most effective efforts, but efforts nonetheless) there always seemed to be something missing. Yet, I was just sure there had to be more to life than this unending struggle, this ride of extremes complete with emotional exhaustion and inner depletion. A sentiment, I discovered, shared by many.

Now, many have asked at what moment or during what circumstance(s) I discovered this new perspective. I wish I could identify just one or even a handful of key lessons. It certainly would make recounting my journey clearer and I would feel much better about being able to answer all your questions with one simple explanation, piece of advice or moving story. That, however, is not the way it happened. As each chapter of this book unfolds so does my story, as well as the stories of many other individuals, folks just like you! It is my deepest hope that you will benefit from the messages and stories herein, for they have flowed forth through me to you, a gift from the ultimate guide and mentor – Spirit!

After re-discovering my own illumination, the light within and beyond, I began to experience my most profound musings, messages, or wisdom from Spirit if you will, in those moments just before going to sleep. At first, I would lay there in exasperation, eager for some shuteye, making promises to myself, as well as to Spirit, that I would remember every word in the morning if I could please just fall asleep right now! Needless to say, even though I occasionally attempt the same deal making to this day, it never works. In order to be able to recall the messages downloaded to me, by Spirit, at this ungodly (no pun intended) hour, I must get out of bed, turn on a dim light somewhere (so as not to awake my sleeping human and furry companions), and begin writing. I suppose it is not for us to question or deter any of the Universe’s grand plans!

Within these pages you will find insights on many topics. This book is intended to be an introduction to the basics of living a conscious and joy-filled existence. ONE… is a good place to begin living your illuminated life!

My journey thus far has taken many unexpected, unanticipated, and unplanned turns. And appropriately so, as the Universe’s plans for each individual life is much grander than we could comprehend or design on our own. It was not until I re-covered my own conscious awareness in my mid-thirties that the possibilities above and beyond my physical existence, the spiritual aspect(s) of my journey, fully emerged. It was then that I was able to truly grasp the meaning and potential of my own life, and life in general. When this shift in my own consciousness took place, I was able to more fully understand my presence and purpose, as well as the presence and purpose of all living things. It is my intent, within each of the chapters and stories in this book, to offer you similar opportunities for self- discovery and illumination.

Throughout this book, you may notice I use newly created words and odd hyphenation or capitalization. I did this for the purpose of bringing your attention to a word or concept in a new, fresh way. Perhaps this will provide you with an opportunity for illumination, perhaps not. Either way, there is a message in here for you. In addition, while I do not specifically discuss the concept of the Chakras, our internal energy centers, each chapter, in its order and illustration, broadly corresponds with the Chakra themes (for more specific information on the Chakras, Anodea Judith’s books are a wonderful resource). With this creative artistry, my intent to offer yet another opportunity for discovery and connection.

It was my goal to put in writing all I have received, discovered, and learned in such a way that every individual – no matter your status, situation, circumstance, history, or background – would be able to understand, interpret and apply without difficulty. ONE… is intended to be an uncomplicated, enjoyable read for the benefit of your learning, growth, healing, illumination, and self-discovery! So, read on dear ones and use what you find helpful, apply what resonates with you, and gently leave the rest for another soul who may find inspiration and solace in these words. And remember…YOU are One!

Light, Love & Spirit,

Kimble

Please Note: As a rule, my use of capital letters at the beginning of non-proper words implies its relationship to ones higher, expanded, or spiritual self. The same word with a lower case indicates ones limited, physical sense of self, which is often disconnected from Source.

CHAPTER 1 Energy

ROOT CHAKRA

I Exist

We are not human beings having a spiritual experience, we are spiritual beings having a human experience.

DALAI LAMA

ONE …there is but One stream of consciousness – of which we are, each and every one of us, an integral aspect. There is but One Source, to which we are intricately connected. And, there is but One Light, One Love within which all exists. Our Oneness is both singular and collective, simultaneously. Our Oneness makes each of us individually unique and part of the whole, both at the same time. When One of us breathes, thinks, feels, intuits, and acts – at some level, we all think, feel, intuit, and act.

The One Universal Life Force which sustains one of us, sustains all of us. We are One, individually and collectively – One within ourselves, one with each other, one with nature, one with earth, one with sky, one with the elements, one with life and, ultimately, one with existence. Our Oneness manifests as human spirit, the essence that defines your human beingness.

YOU are perfection. You are a being of light and love. The simple fact that you were born means you are a gift, a blessing from Source in the form of a physical spiritual being. Your very essence is beautiful and will remain so for your entire lifetime regardless of your choices, behaviors, actions, lifestyle, thoughts, and feelings. Somewhere along the way, through multiple messengers, we were given the message that our beauty, our worth is dependent upon our external existence. By external, I mean your behavior, appearance, jobs, successes/failures, and all of the other measurable standards within our families, communities, countries and world. That message is incorrect – your worth was permanently established upon your conception - You are worthy, you are enough, and you remain so until which time your physical body dies, and your spirit moves on. Even then, you are eternally the essence of light and love, you are One.

You are a being of light. The description itself points to your dual nature – beingness and light. The being aspect of you manifests as energy in physical matter. The light aspect of you is simply energy as energy. What we seem to have lost sight of is that our beauty, our value, our worth is evident in our conception, birth and remains until our death. Thus, you are perfection exactly as you are, in this and every moment. Behold your magnificence, honor your beingness, and cherish your essence, as both a human and spiritual being.

The term as well as the concept of spirit is elusive. It does not pertain to religious beliefs, learned values, or cognitive conceptions. Rather, it is a holistic experience, both physical (body, mind) and nonphysical (emotions, spirit/soul). Spirit is the life force, the essence of your being as well as the essence of all things. Spirit manifests in human beings as cosmic memory, collective knowing, divine love, intuition, emotion, inspired thought, and creative expression. It is the Universal Energetic Source, which creates existence, experience, the material world, and consciousness. The embodiment of the human spirit is present and active from birth.

Discovering my own Spirit, as well as countless related metaphysical concepts and practices was…life changing! An ah-ha moment to the millionth degree, a reality check that stops you in your tracks, a profound awareness that literally rocks your world. I am happy to report my life has not been the same since I began this conscious spiritual trek in my mid 30’s. The good news is there is no going back, even if I wanted to, which I most certainly do not! It is like growing up, there is no turning back the clock, you cannot unknow what you have learned, it is simply impossible to undo the growing which has already been accomplished.

Now, I am by no means suggesting I do not have difficult moments and, on occasion, a whole day or two – just ask my friends! However, the quality of my life and how I experience myself has shifted from general worry, self-doubt, and fear to overall peace, self-value, and faith. It is not so much the things or circumstances in my life that have changed, though things as well as joy certainly seem to be much more abundant. It is more like the lenses I was wearing changed and along with that, my perceptions, my attitude and probably the direction or flow of my stream of my consciousness.

While it is our Oneness which defines us, it is also our oneness which defies us. In other words, when we feel connected to life force energy and a sense of something bigger than our individual selves, we feel supported and guided. Alternately, when we operate from the perspective of believing we exists as individual singular entities, we feel struggle and hopelessness. It is here, when we reside primarily in our individual oneness, that we experience fear and lack. When you live from the perspective of your Universal Oneness, you discover faith, love, and abundance. Within which perspective would you prefer to live? Perhaps this journey into ONE…, which unfolds through seven primary aspects of your earthly existence – human and spirit – will guide you in making this discovery for yourself.

EVERYTHING IS ENERGY

Everything is Energy, EVERYTHING IS ENERGY - from the trees, stones, and water to our skin, bones, and hair, to all of those inanimate objects such as furniture, buildings,