A Soulful Holiday Retreat

A five-day holiday seems so long in a place where our heart belongs. A simple yet meaningful living away from the crowd and noise. It is genuinely home, where life seems unhurried and not preoccupied with chaotic city living when time seems slow while enjoying the moment. At last, after working tirelessly, there's a reward. It's priceless. Hence a short time vacation really matters.

What makes life significant is when we return to our place of birth once in a while to reconnect with how it all began. We've been too distant places to earn a living and provide for our needs and desires; being disconnected is temporary. The compass would always point us back to where we are most comfortable. A home is where our heart is. To listen to a different kind of story and express it with the most profound affinity. 

I always believe in the power of natural healing. It doesn't cost much. It's a priceless and significant renewal of self to gain a new perspective on people, places, things, and experiences. Indeed, a soul knows how to heal itself. It directs us somewhere to get revitalized, thus making us more robust and ready to handle complex tasks. 

Holistic healing involves the body, mind, and soul integrated into a personality. It needs time to heal and regain the lost positive energy in a low-frequency mode. It feels great to be whole again through a retreat, even for a while. The intense vibration makes us feel more confident that we can make things possible through our belief and effort. A positive vibration that draws people to get some inspiration and to believe in themselves for who they are and what they can accomplish.

Once, I experienced a highlands retreat in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh in India. I have entered The Land of Tibetans in Dharamsala, where life is heavenlike. The people have a deeper spiritual connection, and they seem to be happy and contented. Back in my hometown, people are enjoying spiritual bliss in a highland I can compare to Dharamsala. The place may not have the same grandeur and charm, but it is similar in some ways. The cool breeze on a foggy mountain, the birds chirping, the gentle blow of the wind, and the spiritual nature of the people. 

Looking farther into the surrounding mountains is a feeling of faith and hope; we can reach the summit as we envision a greater height of limitless capabilities. The road to the forum leads to a soulful retreat journey to a place closer to our hearts. Our endless desire and need for renewal make us a powerful personality that knows no limit. With endurance and perseverance, the summit is always within our reach. It's a cycle of life of a burning desire and soulful recollection, leading to the meaningful life we deserve. 

© 2017 Del Cusay

6th Year Blogging Anniversary: Reminiscence of The Glorious Times

We will never know how far we have gone or how great we have become when we don't push ourselves to our limits, knowing who we really are and what we can do. That's when we start our journey to limitless potential and possibilities. The joy of overcoming obstacles on the way to the peak is a source of inspiration and motivation. We may have conquered the summit and felt victorious, but that moment isn't forever, and we continue the journey back to where life seems normal and easy. That's the cycle of life. No permanence, but just unending highs' and lows.'

I reminisce about the days when I followed my soulful desire and committed. It's not a major one—not even an absolute commitment. I call it a passion—a lifestyle for a chosen few. This is to follow my desire to put my stories into writing. Blogging is a lifestyle that triggers emotions and can move people, not to be idolized but an inspiration that life is a series of levels comparable to a book. It has chapters and stands alone, pages, and a title.

As I write a title on every page or chapter, it highlights the wondrous journey of past, present, and future living. Not merely dwelling on the past but enjoying the moment, the power of now. This emphasis on the present moment encourages mindfulness and a sense of being present. That's the way it is. However, we envision a life ahead of our time. That's a gift of time travel; living may be light years earlier — to the extreme.

Today, November 5, is about remembering the past. On this day, about six years ago, I started to become a writer about my journey and destiny. As I recall, "Insights For A Fulfilling Life" was significant as I documented life's precious learning turned into wisdom from Sages of the East and West. It's about living in a more profound consciousness, a different state of being, and different planes of existence. That was surreal, for sure. 

As I began to be awakened, my life was still continuously changing. Awakening, in this context, refers to the process of exploring the deeper core of our being. It's a soulful quest for meaning and understanding the chaos and adversity that happen to everyone and our world. It's about realizing our potential and living a more conscious and purposeful life.

On November 5, 2011, I started to share about the gentle awakening through The Power of Meditation. It all started with light, an inspiration, a spark leading to action. Tremendous energy that was so powerful enough to change a personality. That's how it all began. Whenever I look back, it was a simple wish, a desire for something different and meaningful. It was granted, and I have gone through the test of time. This 'test of time' refers to the challenges, setbacks, and personal growth I've experienced since my awakening. Rough as it may have been, I'm still on the journey of fine-tuning.

The first year of the blogging anniversary was about the Reminiscence of The Glorious Times. A run-through of the insights on my travels: interaction with people and exposure to different and bizarre cultures. A year later, the 2nd year was like a viral post for Western readers when I posted about Following Our Heart's Desire. Since then and up to date, it's the most read and shared blog post. I describe it as an ordinary but meaningful and significant post.

My ebook entitled "Heart's Desire: Journey to Success" came into reality as inspired by that post and was even accepted by Amazon for international readers. It was never easy, but I have learned to do it on my own, and beyond my wildest dreams, I have faith in myself to live upon my future desires that may be unimaginable. It's a journey, and along the way are crossroads. Sometimes, it will be good to feel defeated, and some days, like a champion — a winner.

On the 6th anniversary, a new chapter is celebrated: The Road Ahead is about living your most extraordinary life inspired by the light from within. This latest chapter is about 'meaningful silence ', a term I use to describe the practice of introspection and self-reflection. It's about experiencing and overcoming challenges, about learning from our defeats and emerging as winners based on our personal definition of success.

As I said, this personal blog site, delcusay.com, is a masterpiece: a collection of stories shared by great people from great places, cultures, and events. This will continue to exist in the coming years, and I will always be delighted to share it with people who aspire to awaken their inner giant from within and share the light today and beyond.

© 2017 Del Cusay

The Road Ahead: Move on and Go Further

"A highway of success is only possible with a rocky road. And we always go forward in life no matter the obstacles and challenges we are going through as long as we believe in ourselves and keep our faith not to be stuck, but to keep going further."

Life has been a series of beautiful beginnings, unexpected events, and a sudden turn of fate. When the door closes, there will always be a window to open up. These experiences, both personal and professional, have shaped me and led to my growth. The vast and limitless possibilities that life offers are not just dreams but potential opportunities for professional success. It's about embracing these opportunities and the growth they bring.

The road ahead directed me toward another viewpoint: we can unleash our potential however we can. Though it may be unknown to me, the most challenging thing will always be the beginning. As long as the fire keeps burning, everything will end happily. That's what I know for sure.

Aha! It was exactly 5 months ago when I joined the automotive industry. It was never in my mind, but I trust the guts and fate there for me. As a trained healthcare professional, I have dreamed of working in a medical facility, helping people regain strength, achieve wellness, and become a purposeful member of society again. Well, that happened just recently, and that was indeed an experience. Our hands always have a healing power; we can all heal people. You don't need to become a doctor or a nurse to heal people, as there's always healing energy in compassion and motivation. If that's what you can give, we can create a ripple of goodwill, whoever we are and whatever industry we are in. That's it!

Service to humanity is not confined to a single industry where compassion is much known. The heart is in the soul of our being, and we carry it in any work we do. In our dealings with people, we show mercy through excellent customer service, ensuring the best experience, leading to customer satisfaction and retention. In any industry, our job involves delighting our clients with our exceptional services, something that is incomparable and makes them delighted customers. As the Dalai Lama said, "Our goal is to be happy and to be happy, one has to be compassionate."  So, with that, it is truly our loving nature. This prominent and overflowing heart makes us experience happiness and, ultimately, bliss- a more profound spiritual experience.

There will always be a light that will guide us to the deepest of our souls. A material world that may be less spiritual to many, but a single step towards a thousand miles of a spiritual journey. The material and spiritual worlds co-exist, and resisting this chosen path is hard. 

Our decisions are within our control, but there's a higher soul that guides us to realize our worth. We always have the power to choose whom to follow, those who will show compassion for our being and help us discover our deepest dreams and desires. I feel the connection, the care, the gratitude, and the sense of pride in this journey of self-discovery. 

The culture is lovely and has been created from the foundation of love, respect, and trust for its people. It's not about the company's name or size; it's about making a company significant, even from the most direct contribution worthy of recognition. We can create a culture of unity and not divisiveness. A culture of respect, friendliness, camaraderie, and compassion. That's what we all need to succeed.

I remember the smiles, happy faces, and grateful hearts in every interaction. I can sense the sincerity and humility to help that no matter how busy we are with our work, we still find time to reach out with our helping hand. It's the people that we're working with that will help us stay alive. No matter how tiring the day may seem, nothing beats the positive energy and enthusiasm that energizes and motivates us. It's the culture of service and compassion that makes a difference and brings us a sense of purpose and satisfaction. 

As I brave the storm of impossibilities, there will always be a mirror to hold to look back on past successes, thereby rising up from the challenges. It's never too late to start with a positive spirit fighting for greatness in the little world that I live in, but an expanded consciousness is unlimited, as I have been given. 

There are so many things to realize and discover within ourselves. We can look forward to a brighter future and keep the passion ignited daily. We highly believe in trusting the leader and supporting the company.

The road ahead is uncertain, but we always create our own reality. The roads may be rough for now, but a smooth ride will eventually follow in the days to come as long as we keep moving forward. A highway of success is only possible with a rocky road. We always go on in life, no matter the obstacles and challenges we are going through, as long as we believe in ourselves and keep our faith so that we do not get stuck but keep going further. This belief and faith are the fuel that keeps us moving forward, inspired, and motivated.

© 2017 Del Cusay