Have you ever felt like something was missing in your closest relationships, even with those you love most? Many of us carry frustrations, hurts, and unmet expectations in our relationships while we long for something deeper—a connection that feels authentic and unconditional.
A Course in Miracles (ACIM) explains that this struggle arises because most relationships, as seen through the ego, are based on a desire for specialness. This desire stems from the belief that we are separate—from each other and our Source. In an attempt to fill the emptiness this belief creates, the ego seeks approval, validation, or control through “special relationships.” But instead of bringing the desired sense of fulfillment, this approach leads to misunderstandings, unmet expectations, and lingering disappointments as everyone prioritizes their own unspoken needs.
In contrast, ACIM teaches that relationships can be transformed into Holy relationships—expansive, inclusive, and unconditional—by shifting our perception to focus on the love that already abides within us. This innate love is unaffected by the ego’s belief in separation and remains ever-present, waiting to be recognized. By choosing to see through this lens, rather than fear and judgment, we open the way for true connection and healing.
I know this firsthand through my relationship with my father. I loved and admired him deeply, yet I often felt something was missing. I believed he was too critical and that he didn’t truly listen, and these perceptions left me feeling frustrated and unseen. Even as I grew older, I carried these feelings with me, keeping a sense of hurt alive in our relationship.
After my father passed, I turned to my daily study of ACIM for comfort. One day, during meditation, I experienced a profound realization: the only thing that had ever been truly real between us was our love. Every criticism and shortcoming I had focused on was part of the ego’s illusion, obscuring the truth. By focusing on the love I felt for him, I allowed a deeper, spiritual perception to emerge—what ACIM calls true perception. In that moment, I saw his unconditional love for me and realized it had always been there.
This shift in perception dissolved all the past pain, and I experienced the peace of a Holy Relationship. ACIM teaches that every relationship can be transformed in this way if we are willing to move beyond fear, judgment, and expectation to focus on love instead.
I’m so excited to share my Learning Holy Relationship course with you! These teachings and practices have profoundly changed my life, and I’ve witnessed them transform the lives of others. I’ve seen people release old wounds, let go of misperceptions, and find freedom from the painful ways they once saw themselves and their relationships. I’ve experienced this healing firsthand, and it fills me with gratitude to guide others on this journey. This course is about more than just learning concepts. It’s an invitation to integrate them into your daily life, transforming your relationships through embracing love and connection in ways you may not have imagined possible.
If you’re ready to break free from recurring challenges and open your heart to the transformative power of unconditional love and forgiveness, join us on this sacred journey to true connection and lasting peace.
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