The Magic of Presence: Experiencing It and Sharing It
The greatest gift someone could give me is presence.
I believe presence is the space where we are immersed in the Holy Instant—the essence that upholds all that is real; a love that is timeless and unconditional. I also believe this sacred experience is something we can share with one another.
We live in a world that often mistakes activity for connection and noise for meaning. But true presence is a stillness that listens, a light that sees, and a warmth that heals. It is the moment someone puts down their phone, looks you in the eye, and says, “I’m here. I see you. I’m not going anywhere.” It’s not the presence of a perfect person—it’s the presence of a person willing to be with you, as they are and as you are.
Healing Through Presence: Moments That Transform
When I think about my own life, the moments that have left the deepest imprint on my heart are the ones where someone offered me this gift. They didn’t try to fix me or advise me. They didn’t rush in with solutions or distractions. They simply sat with me, holding space for whatever needed to rise and fall. In those moments, I didn’t feel like a problem to be solved. I felt like a person to be loved.
The Radical Nature of Presence and Ego Dissolution
Presence is a simple gift, but it’s also radical. It says: You are enough as you are right now, in this moment.
How many of us grew up feeling that our worth was tied to what we could do, give, or achieve? How many of us still carry that belief, tucked away like an old sweater we can’t seem to throw out, even though it doesn’t fit anymore? True presence dismantles those lies perpetuated by the ego. It reminds us that we don’t have to earn love or prove our value. It is already here, in the quiet space between two souls who are brave enough to simply be.
Vulnerability and Trust: Inviting the Holy Spirit
Accepting the presence of others doesn’t always come easily for me. There’s a tender, vulnerable part of me that hesitates—perhaps with good reason. It’s wise to discern who we allow into our most intimate spaces. Yet, one truth remains steadfast: it is always safe and right to invite the Holy Spirit into presence with us. The Holy Spirit meets us with gentle guidance, teaching us to let go of judgment and uncover the beauty of our true selves.
Being Present with Yourself: The Path to Healing
I’ve realized that presence isn’t just the greatest gift someone can offer me or me to them—it’s also the greatest gift I can give myself. Being truly present with myself means sitting with my fears, joys, and longings without rushing to fix or judge them. It means facing the reflections I’ve avoided and saying, “I’m here. I see you. I’m staying.” It’s not easy. This kind of work shakes your foundations and tears down walls you didn’t even know you’d built. But it’s also the work that heals. When I invite the Holy Spirit into this process, something shifts. Divine love steps in, loosening the ego’s grip and making room for peace and deeper connection.
The Paradox of Presence: Giving and Receiving
This is the paradox of presence: The more we give it to ourselves, the more we can receive it from others. And the more we receive it, the more we can offer it in return. It’s a gift that spirals outward, changing the world one quiet moment at a time. The Holy Spirit teaches us that true giving is receiving, and in each act of presence, we align more closely with the divine.
Reflecting on Your Heart’s Deepest Longing
Presence is the thread that weaves connection, healing, and love into the fabric of our lives. It invites us to show up fully—with others, ourselves, and the Holy Spirit. It reminds us that we don’t need to strive or prove our worth; we only need to be. In the stillness of presence, walls fall, wounds heal, and the truth of who we are begins to shine through. The gift of presence is simple, but its power is profound—changing the lives we touch and how we see ourselves and the world. It is both the greatest gift we can give and the greatest gift we can receive.
Spiral Up! 
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