Reclaiming: Passion
The notion of passion is often painted in bold reds, framed by images of romance or fiery pursuits. It’s a word that society has softened, pigeonholing it into specific areas like romance or hobbies. But what if “passion” was never meant to be confined? What if it could be the guiding force for every aspect of your life?
In this exploration, let’s reclaim passion in its raw, multidimensional form—as a powerful, primal energy source that, when fully honored, leads to a life that’s vibrant, fulfilling, and aligned with who you truly are.
What Passion Truly Means
In its origins, the word “passion” comes from the Latin passio, meaning “to suffer or endure.” Passion was not just something you felt; it was something you were willing to go through fire for. It’s more than romance or a job title. Passion encompasses a deep-seated commitment, a raw drive to live, a devotion to experiences, relationships, and personal growth.
Over time, we’ve limited "passion" to romantic love or fleeting obsessions. But passion is more than just something that sweeps you up; it’s a force that ignites the core of your being, sustaining you through both joy and challenge.
Reclaiming passion means embracing it as a natural energy that’s there to be cultivated, honored, and woven into the fabric of our lives.
Why Reclaiming Passion Matters
Reclaiming passion allows us to restore its sacred energy, expanding its scope beyond any one person, goal, or idea. Living with passion makes us more alive, making every moment and interaction more vibrant, more significant. When we allow passion to permeate every corner of our lives, it acts as a compass, helping us transcend our limitations and live with purpose, authenticity, and depth.
Passion is not just a feeling but a form of personal power—a fuel that can take us beyond our perceived limitations and fears. It’s what makes life not only worth living but deeply satisfying, connecting us to our desires and purpose.
Passion as Fuel for the Turned-On Life
Passion is an essential component of a turned-on life—a life driven by authentic desires, aligned with sacred purpose, and activated by your inner fire. When passion guides you, it acts as a beacon, helping you recognize what truly lights you up and lead a purposeful life.
This reclaimed, unrestricted passion can fuel creation energy, driving inspiration, innovation, and bold action. Whether you’re writing, creating, cooking, leading, or loving, passion elevates each act into a sacred, intentional experience.
To live passionately is to move beyond society’s limitations, embracing a sovereign, self-led existence where you call the shots and live aligned with your deepest desires.
Embracing Passion as a Sacred Power
In reclaiming passion, we’re inviting it back into our lives as a guiding light—a sacred power that fuels everything we do. Passion is no longer a fleeting feeling but an active, everyday choice that infuses life with purpose, fulfillment, and presence.
So here’s my invitation to you: Recognize passion as sacred energy. Allow yourself to embrace what brings you alive. Let passion become the fire that illuminates your path, grounding you in the here and now while inspiring you to reach for the stars.
Series References
For those seeking deeper guidance, consider 1:1 mentorship to explore how passion can become a daily, sacred practice.
In passion,
Sharon Marie Scott
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