Journeying beyond comfort for your dream...

How far are you willing to travel for your dream?

Often, the path toward our dreams lies just beyond our comfort zone.

Personally, I’ve journeyed thousands of kilometers, crossing oceans to be physically present with my spiritual teacher. While online connections are convenient, there’s something profoundly special about gathering in person including the sense of community.

Since 2009, I’ve made annual pilgrimages to North America or Europe, sometimes even multiple times a year, to learn deep wisdom and practices from my teacher. The pandemic years disrupted our physical journeys, but my longing remained.

The travel itself was no small feat. Sometimes, it took a grueling 24 hours or more—from leaving home to arriving at my destination. Yet, I had deep gratitude in my heart for the nourishment I received was immeasurable. Each return left me uplifted, inspired, and ready to share more love and light in service to others.

For many years, our gatherings occurred in the heart of winter. I recall one retreat when temperatures plummeted to -27 degrees Celsius. Stepping outside, my face would burn from the cold. As someone coming from the tip of sunny Africa, I could hardly imagine such cold conditions without having experienced them.

Strangely, the freezing weather fostered deeper silence and stillness during our spiritual retreats. The atmosphere became sacred, cocooned in a wintry hush of snow and ice. Since then, we’ve convened at various times of the year. Now, we're gathered in Toronto’s summertime, when the city bursts to life with vibrant festivals. The city has it's own special charm at this time of the year.

As you nurture your business, consider your own journey. Whether it’s physical travel or metaphorical leaps, embrace the unknown. Perhaps you seek wider reach, diversification, or new skills. Whatever it is, step beyond your comfort zone. Only then can you ascend to higher levels of growth—both personally and in your business.

Business Lessons:

1. Embrace Unconventional Paths: Just I've traveled thousands of kilometers to learn from my spiritual teacher, consider unconventional routes for your business growth. Sometimes, stepping beyond comfort leads to profound transformation.

2. Silence and Stillness Yield Depth: The wintry retreats, despite freezing temperatures, created a sacred atmosphere. In business, moments of quiet reflection and stillness can lead to clarity, creativity, and deeper understanding. Embrace these pauses.

3. Nourishment Fuels Service: Returning from each journey, I felt nourished and inspired to serve others. Similarly, prioritize self-care and personal growth. When you’re replenished, your impact on clients and your business will flourish.

May your journey embrace unconventional paths, beyond your comfort zone! 🌟✨

Lenore