In pursuing personal growth, there are issues where we can advance just so far by ourselves. At some point, our continued progress and improvement can only come about through relationships with others. Romantic love is an intense and intimate exposure to another person; if we can be who we want to be, even in that context, then our spiritual growth is exponentially expanded.
Marianne WilliamsonThere is, inside all our heads, the egoโs rabid attack dog. It is purely vicious toward others and toward ourselves as well. Learning to control that dog, and ultimately to end its life, is the process and purpose of enlightened relationships.
Marianne WilliamsonIf we had the government we deserved we would have the most righteous government, because we deserve the best - everybody does.
Marianne WilliamsonYou don't have to pray to attract great things, because great things are attracted to you already. Pray that you won't throw them away once they get here.
Marianne WilliamsonWhen we pray for God to illumine our path, we are saying, โDear God, please show me the way. What thoughts do I need to think, to be able to navigate my life at this point? What perceptions do I need; what insights will guide me? Who do I need to forgive? What parts of my personality do I need to look at; what changes do I need to make? Please come upon me and heal my life. Amen.
Marianne Williamson