Pilar Herreros' Journey

A while ago, there was a little girl whose childhood was filled with joy. Surrounded by a big loving family and beautiful nature in the Canary Islands in Spain.

People often say; “That girl is always smiling!” And they smiled back. But then, her teenage years were surrounded by troubles and challenges that emerged. She struggled through middle school and soon dipped into a pit of low self-esteem. It might have been ADHD, or perhaps just a different way of contemplating life itself. However, she didn't let it show; instead, she chose to keep smiling, only this time it was forced; inside, pain and sorrow arose in her heart. Soon, she started hanging out with rebel crews and began using drugs, which added to her burdens of guilt and shame. 

All of a sudden, the freedom of her childhood became a prison built on her own limiting beliefs. And gradually that smile disappeared. Bolstered by her parent's help, she found an inner strength born of creativity, clung to it, and travelled the world. London, Madrid, Miami… Everywhere she lived, she learned new lessons, developed her own will, and suddenly her path began to unfold before her eyes. 

Supported and guided by great mentors, she discovered the beauty of the arts through the dance world and developed a reputation as a soulful performer. Bit by bit, her inner darkness began to recede, and new colors were now revealing. Even though, the old gray limiting beliefs remained there… something was still missing.

It was then, that meditation came into her life, and as she practiced it, she noticed how she started to let go all that old baggage and free herself from those old limitations.

She was becoming part of something bigger, loving, harmonious, and peaceful.

Many tears were dropped off along the path and many giggles aroused. 

Finally, her smile was now heartfelt.

By now, you may have guessed, that little girl. …was me!