Dam đ Haha! Kidding. I'm talking devotion loves. A term (ahem! practice) that is often minimized or glossed over, primarily due to a lack of understanding and embodiment, and mistaken for a romanticized ideal. However, for many, it's the key they desperately need to unlock new levels of healing and spiritual awareness. But before we expand on this, let me clarify: devotion is not about perfection. Itâs about love. It is love.
Love of God. Love of the fabric of our reality. And everything within it.
Many times, when I'm in session or sacred ceremony with others, they will use the words commitment and devotion interchangeably. But this is a grave misperception as commitment can be devoid of love or emotion, whereas devotion is not. (Spirit is giving me a vision of the Care Bear Stare right now đ So maybe consider devotion to be the Care Bear's version of commitment. Done because of love and with love.)
Devotion is a love-drenched vow you make to show up â day in, day out â regardless of how challenging or unclear the path may seem. Devotion says, "I will do this because I love God/Spirit/Source and that love is at the center of God's will so I choose to come into union with all that is..." even when I canât see the full picture (or the next step)... even when it seems the odds are stacked against me... even when it feels like my heart is being ripped out of my chest... even when my circle of confidants is changing... etc.
Devotion invites a kind of radical participation in life. It's not passive; it's active and engaged. It requires you to stay present, to lean into discomfort, and take (here's that word again) radical responsibility, even when the external world doesnât reflect your internal changes. Thereâs an inherent vulnerability in devotion, because you're all in â not just because itâs practical or necessary, but because itâs fueled by love.
Devotion is love in action.
And I know that I may come off as a little Mama Bear-ish here but... it is absolutely required if you wish to live as who you truly are... no bullshit.
So, what needs to shift for us to embody devotion?
The need for quick fixes/instant gratification AND the dependence on external solutions. I get it... when you're in a trauma response or have had a really stressful week, you just want to reach out to your beloved healing or spiritual practitioner and schedule a session to move that energy. But by doing so, you perpetuate a cycle of separation â dissociating from your bodyâs energy until you seek a practitioner â and codependency, relying on others to 'fix' you instead of becoming your own healer. (This is why I've struggled offering one-off sessions and strongly encourage everyone to work with a mentor in a consistent, longterm container. It is my experience that the only exception to this is if an individual is already living in deep devotion.)
The illusion of perfection. Devotion does not require perfection â only presence and love. Let go of the need to be perfect, and embrace the messy, imperfect, human journey of healing.
The need/desire to control. Ugh. I know. This one's a biiii - itch but letting go of our expectations and surrendering to the unknown is straight up pivotal to embodying devotion.
The fear of discomfort. That's right! Devotion requires us to cuddle up and get comfy cozy with our discomfort. And I know this is easier said than done but it can be done.Â
The need to be âfixedâ. You do not "need fixing" as you are not "broken". Ever. You are whole and just need to shift your perception to reflect the Truth of who you truly are.
The passive approach to healing. Healing does not happen to you, no more than life does. It happens for you! Because you demand it as a Creator who is actively engaged with life. Devotion is showing up for yourself and your healing every day, even when it feels like nothing is changing. Small, consistent actions are so underrated in our current society but don't let that fool you... they make a big impact!
The fear of vulnerability. This one's a biggie. Showing up with your whole heart and acting in integrity with it is some of the deepest healing work I've done personally. Because when you are devoted to God and its will for you, you are devoted to God and it's will for you. This can be difficult if you are a recovering people pleaser, have difficulty "doing" for yourself or have a need for external validation/sense of belonging. But it is incredibly life-changing!Â
And last but certainly not least, one of the ways we can exercise our devotional muscle is through a devotional spiritual practice. This can be done through meditation, creating altars or sacred spaces within your home or out in nature, intentional prayer, somatic/kinesthetic immersion, making offerings to the earth or other deities, mantra recitation, gratitude journaling, acts of service, mindful eating, abstinence/semen retention, yoga, fasting or simply writing love letters to God.
Devotion is the quiet revolution that creates an unshakable foundation upon which lasting transformation is built. Itâs the invitation to show up â not as a perfect, polished version of yourself, but as you are: raw, real, and ready to embrace the path, however messy it may seem. Devotion is the steady flame that burns through uncertainty, discomfort, and fear, allowing you to embody your authentic nature and become the divine, powerful Creator you truly are.
As you begin to embody devotion in your own life, remember... itâs not about the big, grand gestures. Itâs about the small, consistent acts of love, presence, and engagement that shift the very fabric of your existence. I cannot stress this enough... itâs about showing up for yourself, day after day, even when the external world doesnât reflect your internal growth. Thatâs where the magic lies.
So, whatâs your divine act of devotion in this moment?
If youâre ready to take your devotion to the next level, I invite you to reflect on the practices that resonate most with you â and begin to weave them into your daily life. Whether itâs creating a sacred space, journaling your heart out, or simply making a vow to show up for yourself every single day, every act of devotion is a step toward healing, growth, and alignment with your highest self.
Iâd love to hear how youâre planning to embody devotion in your own life. Drop a comment below or reach out to me directly at kimberlydam@gmail.com. If you feel called to dive deeper, I'm accepting applicants for The Inheritance, a 12-week container where we can explore devotion together in a more intimate setting.
Stay devoted. Stay loving. đż
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