IMG_5465If I’m starting a Treasure Hunt, do you think I should start talking like a pirate? Ay matey!

I’m so excited about the Treasure Hunt that I introduced at the bottom of this post!  It’s all about going on a journey to discover the clues that lead us to our passions, our values, our gifts and our calling. It’s all about finding treasure and learning to share it. It’s all about celebrating the beauty we see along the way and the beauty that is revealed in each of us.

We’ve got lots of fun and exciting clues to unpack as we set sail on this amazing voyage of discovery. The whole idea has inspired me so much, in fact, that I made a map on the weekend! What do you think? Does it look like a journey you want to go on? Think about all those lovely inviting islands! Imagine how invigorating and challenging it will be when we sail past the dragons and monsters together!

A few things to keep in mind as we set sail on this Treasure Hunt:

  1. This will not be a straight path. You can not go from point A to point B (without detours) and expect to learn all that you are meant to learn about who you are and what you have to offer.
  2. Even if you didn’t recognize it, you’ve already been on this voyage for a long time – probably since birth. Sometimes you’ll need to dig up clues that were already revealed to you (but perhaps forgotten) back then.
  3. Sometimes there’s no other way to move forward unless we circle islands and re-learn things we’ve already learned in the past.
  4. Sailing a boat like ours through so many islands, past dragons, and over rough seas takes patience. We can’t rush the process.
  5. Yes, there will be dragons. Some of them will be big and seem impossible to pass, and others will be little but equally deadly if they get under your skin.
  6. You have to pay attention and watch carefully for the clues. If you miss one, you might have to backtrack a bit before you’re ready to move on.
  7. Treasure hunting is much more fun when you do it with people whose company you enjoy.
  8. But… even though we’re in this together, sometimes your clues will look different from mine. That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.
  9. When you find treasure, it’s best not to hoard it or its value will wilt. It may even turn out to be fool’s gold.
  10. Sometimes you’ll be offered false clues by well-meaning (or not) people. Be sure to test them before you accept them at face value.
  11. We’ll need nourishment along the way. Pack well, bring good food, good wine, and some musical instruments for our entertainment.
  12. When we’re weary from the journey, we need to cast anchor in a peaceful cove and just rest. It will be okay – the map will be waiting for us when we’re ready to move again.

Just one more thing… there’s a GIFT! Two lucky commenters will get to record their Treasure Hunt stories in this very special journal created just for that purpose! Any comment will do!IMG_5467

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