The Crystal Rodeo

Bayon does not just rise out of the jungle.
It sizes you up. 🌿

Four faces turned to the four directions, each one said to mirror King Jayavarman VII and Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha to be.

My guide told me these faces carry the Four Divine Qualities of a good ruler and a decent human being.

Loving-kindness (metta), the kind that meets the world without flinching. 💛

Compassion (karuna), the courage to actually care. 💗

Sympathetic joy (mudita), celebrating someone else’s moment without making it about you. ✨

Equanimity (upekkha), the quiet center that keeps everything from tilting off the rails. 🌕

Not a bad blueprint for leading an empire. Or a life.

And then there is this monkey.

Sitting in a stone window, eating a lotus like it is the most normal thing in the world. 🐒🌸

No striving. No searching. Just… being.
Sometimes the simplest creature in the room ends up delivering the real teaching.

✨ Which of the four qualities is tugging at you right now?

Caught between the waves. Just two wild hearts, ocean-soaked and Croc’d up.

Who needs fancy footwear when your shoes float?

, you understood the assignment. 🌊👣✨

Chakra Grid from last night!

Discovering the Wonders of Spotted Lake 🌿
Nestled in the stunning landscape of British Columbia, Canada, Spotted Lake (known as “Khiluk” to the sylix peoples) is a mesmerizing natural wonder that captivates visitors with its unique polka-dotted appearance. This extraordinary lake is rich in minerals, creating striking circular patterns that change with the seasons.

Spotted Lake holds significant cultural and spiritual importance for the syilx (Okanagan) Nation, on whose traditional, unceded territory it resides. For generations, the syilx people have revered this sacred site for its healing properties and vibrant history. As you appreciate the beauty of Spotted Lake, remember to honor and respect the cultural heritage and ongoing stewardship of the syilx Nation. 🌊✨