Allowing Your Soul To Shine At times, we've all wanted to crawl under a rock and hide away from the world. We may have preferred to be invisible rather than let other people see us or notice that we exist. This desire not to be seen often happens when we are feeling very hurt, angry, or simply weary of the world. And while we may console ourselves with the defense that we are shy, an introvert, or a loner, we may actually be hiding. When we hide and make believe that we are invisible, we can think that we no one sees us even though, truthfully, we are only really hiding from ourselves. And while we may try to live life as inconspicuously as possible, we only succeed in becoming more conspicuous because people can't help but notice that we are trying to hide our light. None of us are meant to hide; each one of us radiates a unique brilliance that is meant to illuminate the world. When we try to dim our light, we diminish the natural radiance of the Universe, and we deprive the people around us of the unique gifts and talents that we are here to share. Stepping out of the wings and letting your light shine is actually a way to serve the planet. We each have a responsibility to contribute to our community, and we do this when we let ourselves be seen. It doesn't do anyone any good when we try to hide. We are all beings of light and we are here to light the way for each other. When we let ourselves shine, we become a bright mirror that others can see their own reflected brilliance through, and they can't help but want to shine also. Shine your light out into the world, bless those around you by sharing your gifts, and watch the universe glow.

Good morning Vi, How true! I have been there a few times; hiding from me mostly; whenever I did something I was not proud of or just being overwhelmed by events around myself. Sometimes I feel to take a break, recharge the batteries and come out shining a little brighter (I hope). Well on this thanksgiving weekend, I pray a lot of us will shine brighter and bring a little more light to those less fortunate for we have so much to be Thankful for. Thanks Vi for your forum and reminding us of a few good points. your friend, Louis http://www.give1get4.net Guest code 989519 http://www.yorgoo.com/cgi-bin/ref.cgi/1850/

Hi Vi. I Admire Your Strength. Even Through Your Loss You Shine Brightly. These Words are Incredible and so True. I Believe that This is What God Wants us to do as a Human Race. To Shine for Others even when Things are Tough, so Others can also See that There is Always Hope in Everything that we Face. Thank You so Much Dear Friend and God Bless You. :) Your Friend, Shelly Hargis

Hi Vi, This is such a great post & so very true. We are to be shining lights to those around us. I agree that we are not to hide our lamps. Each of us can light the way for someone around us & the world at large, as we use our unique talents & abilities God has given us. The light from one little match can illuminate much for someone else. Thanks again for sharing with us. Have a blessed day! Cheryl

Today my light is not shining so brightly. It seems to be flicking, but I hope that I can gain the strength to make it though the next week. May God Bless all of us this Thanksgiving Day.