I studied enlightenment teachings for ten years. A friend suggested I summarise the essential tenets of those teachings in my own words.

I have always been driven by a desire to be free. This has taken different forms over time - dancing, drinking, yoga, meditation, gurus and direct enlightenment experience.

My desire for truth brought me to a realisation that we always choose. This was initially both liberating and terrifying.

This had me start to face everything, to see everything for what it is.

This brought me to the realisation that all human life is essentially the same.

Then I started to get in touch with the deep drive of the life force, that wants ever more care for the whole of life.

These days I am overflowing with gratitude and love of life. 

If you want something, you can have it. Intention is a strong force. 

Keep going. Keep going.