“Readiness is not a feeling. It’s a willingness.”
There’s a lie in the spiritual world that says: wait until you’re ready.
Wait until you’re calm. Wait until you’ve figured it out. Wait until the fear quiets or the sadness lifts.
But presence doesn’t need preparation.
Truth meets you exactly where you are — trembling, uncertain, tired, distracted.
You don’t have to feel brave to be present. You don’t have to feel wise to listen.
All you need is willingness.
Willingness to pause. To feel. To stay.
Some of the most sacred moments come not when we’re ready, but when we show up anyway.
So show up today — afraid, messy, unsure.
Truth isn’t impressed by readiness. It’s awakened by honesty.
Close your eyes. Breathe deeply. Repeat silently: “I do not need to feel ready. I only need to be here.” Let the breath anchor you, not your thoughts.
Choose one moment today to do something with your whole presence — even if you don’t feel ready. Trust that showing up is enough.
Noor E. “I waited to ‘feel ready’ to meditate for years. One day, I sat down scared and distracted — and had my first real moment of presence. Now I know: readiness is a myth. Showing up is enough.”
Readiness is not the doorway. Willingness is.