A Matter of Perspective

Everything in the universe is interconnected and part of a single, unified reality. For the mind to grasp this concept, think of the universe as a giant puzzle where each piece represents a person. While each piece is unique, they all fit together to form a complete picture.

While everyone is an autonomous being, at the same time, we’re all interconnected. This perspective emphasises equality and mutual respect. Picture a garden where each plant grows independently but contributes to the overall beauty and health of the garden. No single plant can dominate or dictate the growth of others.

But.

Unity doesn’t mean uniformity. True harmony comes from recognising our shared essence, the Sacred Self in everyone, while honouring each person’s right to be true to their Sacred Self. Much like a symphony orchestra, where each musician plays a different instrument, but together they create a harmonious piece of music.

Your thoughts and actions impact the collective consciousness as they contribute to the shaping and reshaping of archetypal patterns. Two hundred years ago, the Hero archetype was associated with war and conflict. These days, this definition has expanded to include (and certainly not limited to) Olympic gold medal winners and cancer survivors. Consider it like the ripple effect in a pond. A single stone thrown into the water creates ripples that affect the entire pond. The same can be said about our thoughts and actions. They influence the evolution of archetypal consciousness within the collective soul.

As a matter of perspective, I invite you to consider that all perspectives are facets of a singular reality. The many are expressions of the One. Truth and reality are shaped by our viewpoint. Multiple perspectives can coexist without negating one another.

Gail Goodwin 2025

All beings are individuals yet interconnected and therefore part of a unified whole. Taking this perspective helps us to recognise “All is One, without a second.” It emphasises our personal freedom as individuals but also a deep sense of mutual honour and respect. The concept of unity with diversity means that true harmony comes from recognising our shared essence, the sacredness in each other, while honouring our sense of individuality.