In a world designed to maximize the superficial and minimize the spiritual, pursuing our real reason for being often means a willingness to suffer for a while as we move towards our true purpose and ultimate goal — love.

In a society not designed for the slowness that love mandates, that much more is demanded of us to get to the root of our challenges. There are no shortcuts in love. Love is the long road.

Our true nature is deeper than belief. As long as we let belief systems stand in the way of our connection with others, we will continue to be divided and stifle our potential to experience the greatest love, both in our personal relationships and in the world.