The Universe does not respond well to force. For what is forced by our ego eventually hits a hard wall. We cannot make progress by playing out past traumas and programs.

This is an interesting place to be — not forcing. Allowing ourselves to evolve in the direction of our highest good does not mean that we lose power over our lives. On the contrary, we regain it, as we choose to live in harmony with our heart and soul.

There is a great difference between force and power. Force stems from the ego and the desire to control. It is rooted in fear and separation. When we force ourselves to do something, we are not in tune with the voice of our hearts.

Power stems from within our soul. It is our connection to Source and our Higher Self that creates true power. Not what we see in movies or in politics. This is still force. Power cannot be removed from you. It radiates from within.

I find this question fascinating. Because we all desire more power to create the life of our desires, to attract the right people and opportunities, and to feel safe and loved.

Yet, a lot of the time, we take aggressive action and bend reality to meet our desires. This never ends well since we are acting out of fear and repeating karmic cycles.

To break away from our patterns requires inner power, one that is grounded and rooted in our alignment. It is true that powerful people influence the world, but their heart is pure and benevolent.

I imagine some might be wondering about people who misuse political or economical power for instance. I do not believe big corporations and governments are powerful. I think they are rather very good at forcing their will on others.

For real power is allowing, it is a form of leadership that does not force anyone to do things that are immoral. Yet, most governments and big corporations today use force to satisfy their authoritarian agendas.

This is a question to ponder. Is our life an example of force or power?

Most people constantly force themselves to do things they know are wrong in their heart. This can be as simple as doing a job they hate in order to get a paycheck, or staying in a toxic relationship to not feel alone.

When one really embodies power, fear disappears and gives way to love. Power is granted by our inner alignment and thus, can only be used in virtuous ways.

By connecting to Source, we receive all the strength we need to create what we want. Effort is no longer required. We allow this power to infuse and guide our actions. We become magnetic as our life connects to our higher purpose.

Letting go of force requires deprogramming — forgetting all we learned about how to live our lives and satisfy our needs. In essence, we are telling our ego that it is no longer in command, and that lack or fear are no longer our source of motivation.

With true power and alignment life flows naturally. We are guided to take the right actions. Our power radiates because it emanates from within. People can feel this as they resonate with one that is freed from the chains of fear.

True power is the fruit of balancing our masculine and feminine energies.

We no longer have to use force, we only allow our connection to guide us. We are present with what is, and nothing needs to be changed. We are accepting and loving. We have compassion and love for every being. We radiate with light.

So how can you embody your power from within?

Where are you forcing your will on life?

Heroes that embody true power and virtue are needed now more than ever.

Will you be one of them?