The Right Path. This is a phrase that is shared by a variety of sources and authorities. The most common source is just about any religion you might care to name. “If you wish to get to heaven”, you are told, “you must follow our path—the right path.” The implication of course is that if for some reason you choose not to follow that particular path, then you are doomed forever to be excluded from heaven.

But you can replace the word “heaven” with any word that represents something you really want. For example, “if you want to have true happiness, then you must follow the path that I’m going to describe for you in my program.” Or, “if you want to get to that ideal weight, our path will guarantee you get there.” Everyone seems to have some idea of what your “right path” must be if you are seeking to overcome a challenge or achieve a goal.

And the promoters of these “right paths” don’t make your choice easy either, do they? All of them tell you—using all the tried-and-true sales tools—why their “right path” is so much better than all other competing “right paths”. The only real difference between many of these so-called “right paths” is the skill with which a promoter can convince you of the superiority of his path over all others.

But regardless of what you choose, you inevitably discover that the selected path has all kinds of deficiencies that keep you from achieving that goal or solving that problem you had. And you may come to the point where you believe that there is no such thing as The Right Path.

One thing seems obvious—and this is something we talk about a lot at Soul Empowerment—ultimately, you must find your own path, one that is right for you, because only you know exactly what challenges you are dealing with, and only you have the power to tackle those challenges and find your own unique solution.

In this episode of Soul Empowerment, we discuss this subject in detail, so you won’t want to miss our conversation. Here are some of the talking points we cover:

Honoring the Rules

We all have rules we live by. It is the nature of our society. We can’t all just do what we want without considering how our behaviors affect others. Whether it’s driving, how we act as neighbors, in our family or at work, there are rules we agree on to be a part of our tribe, our culture, and civil society.

Finding Our Own Path

What is the right path for us within these parameters, these societal limits we live within? Is there a pathway that allows for independent choice, independent expression, divergent thinking? How do we navigate this path while remaining conscious of being responsible to ourselves, to society, and to all the beings on the planet?

Order VS Chaos

Some say that without rules there is chaos. When we look to nature, we can see that even in the face of some apparent chaos, there is a natural order that has developed. Order. We see startling savagery, incredible beauty and amazing strategies to survive and thrive. Are we humans much different?

Right VS Wrong

How we view and judge what is right and wrong or what should happen depends on our understanding and experience. Being human is an isolating, independent existence, which is why we have the collective need for connection and belonging. And in creating connections, we express our individuality. That’s where the agreements come into play.

The Nature of Mistakes

Our tendency to avoid making mistakes—let alone admit that we have done so—is a form of self-paralysis that keeps us stuck in our comfort zone. It’s time to look at mistakes for what they really are: indications of choices that led to unexpected or undesired results. Every mistake is an opportunity for deeper growth and expansion—if only we recognize the gift within it.

Check out the recording—and please remember to leave a comment in the discussion section below.

Finding and following The Right Path is not a one-time decision but an ongoing process. It requires a balance of independence and responsibility, a blend of individuality and conformity, and a commitment to personal values and societal rules. By understanding yourself, embracing responsibility, staying aware, and practicing empathy, you can carve out a path that is uniquely yours while contributing positively to the world around you.

About the Team

Scott Holmes: Reiki Master, Polarity Therapist, RYSE Practitioner, Theta Healer Practitioner, and Author who empowers clients to transform and grow through multiple modalities of light, deep touch, sound, intention and crystals. www.RScottHolmes.com

Sara Jane: Vocal Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner. Having worked on herself and healed her own early years trauma and hurt, Sara now supports clients, from her own experiences, to heal their own trauma and live a more fulfilling and happy life. www.VocalReiki.com

Gayle Nowak: Visibility Coach who shifts world-changing healers, lightworkers and New Earth leaders from outdated patterns into new possibilities. She weaves multiple modalities to guide clients and audiences into their truest expression so they can honor and carry out their soul mission. www.GayleNowak.com