Being luminous includes embracing our darkness.

When we reject our own darkness/shadow/ego we perpetuate the separation that is reflected in our outer world. The rejection of this internally manifests as external blame, hatred and violence. It takes tremendous courage for us to fiercely embrace this darkness, and when we can, being luminous naturally follows. Embracing all aspects of ourselves releases the separation and facilitates compassion for those who hurt others and see that it’s an expression of our own hurt. Through compassion and understanding we can heal from the separation.