People often ask us, “What do they believe in, the people and Elders of this ancient wisdom tradition?” Our answer is always the same, “They have no beliefs. They have experiencing.” Cultivating inner stillness, they move in awareness. Silently absorbing, the truth blossoms within them, and they simply know.

Walking the path of awakening takes great strength and resilience. You must learn to hold steady and maintain your sacred alignment in the presence of life’s challenges. When you react in weakness, that is, when you become angry, disrespectful, anxious, depressed, compulsive, etc, you break from guidance and the sacred energies that support you. Over time, a crack can form in your protection, and this opens you to stray energy.

Stray energy interferes with optimal functioning. It alters how you think, perceive, and experience your world, creating trigger points that keep you bound in unconsciousness. This can be a momentary lapse, or it can develop into well-established patterns. It is not unlike a virus that slowly infects your operating system, making it harder for you to rise up to your full potential. Eventually it can lead to breakdown, which manifests as mild to severe medical and/or psychological conditions, dysfunctions, and disorders.

The good news is that there exists, within you, a part of the Self that remains free of any kind of interference or intrusion. Like the sun or the moon, it simply exists in purity, shining and radiant, covered though it may be by layers of disturbance that accumulate through unconscious living. Awakening ignites a flame that, in time, feeds the sacred fire that slowly burns through the clouds to reveal the truth of that that you are.

The wisdom of the Elders guides you, step by step, along the path of self-realization. The journey is different for each person, so comparing your path with someone else’s is a waste of precious time and energy. Yours is the one that stretches out in front of you. Seek it, find it, become it, be it. That is the way of the Elders.

The Elders say we live in the Time of the Dark Moon, but that amid the encroaching darkness there is a tender blossoming that occurs, like the rare Pandanus bloom, the sacred Mataboro— the young, innocent flower that holds its love and promise for us all. It can be seen, felt, and heard in the stillness of your loving heart. It is an opening of great beauty, and the moment is now.

To support this gentle unfolding, Pacific Wisdom Rising is pleased to offer

Julie’s unwavering alignment with the Elders adds a rare dimension to her work with individuals and couples. Her finely-honed awareness combines with an inner stillness, radiant wisdom, and relaxed happiness that is both penetrating and awakening. Julie offers short-term, intensive counseling to those who seek with an open heart. Most sessions are scheduled via Skype. She sees some clients in person in the greater Seattle area.

The teachings conveyed in Pacific Wisdom Guidance Cards were passed to Julie and Tom by the Elders. Julie uses the cards to shed light on aspects of your inner journey that might otherwise remain unseen. These explorations highlight your personal challenges and opportunities, as well as the avenues currently available for your awakening and rising.

Our weekly Kaborakeia Taari groups are for men and women interested in deepening with the teachings of the Elders. Contact Julie for more information.

Workshops

We regularly host traditional botakis in the Seattle area, to celebrate our unity with the Elders and Ancestors. Occasionally, we do more formal workshops. See upcoming events for details.