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December 23
Led by an upbeat gospel rhythm, George delivers a bold message of the importance of faith. This 1970 track from “All Things Must Pass” challenges man-made religion by encouraging people to seek the divine inside of them. The song's joyful energy reflects the liberation he felt from opening his heart to God.
Our culture sells countless pathways to enlightenment: workshops, retreats, certifications, and memberships. George wasn't dismissing the importance of teachers and rituals, but warning against mistaking religion for faith. George reminded us that a true spiritual journey starts with a personal choice to open our hearts.
Religious institutions sometimes gain power by positioning themselves as the gatekeeper between humans and the divine. George's message threatened this model: what if direct connection was always available? What if the long search outside ourselves wasn't necessary because what we sought was within us all along?
Dispelling the notion that we need to earn or achieve spiritual truth, George believed that spiritual truth lies within each of us. The upbeat arrangement matches his message: this realization brings joy, not heavy obligation.
Today, I will look inside myself for a meaningful spiritual connection.
What external authority or system have you been giving power over your spiritual or emotional wellbeing? How might recognizing your direct access to truth change your daily practice?
Join April's New Beginnings Lessons
When George Harrison walked out of a contentious business meeting in 1969 and into Eric Clapton's garden, he discovered the strategic power of renewal. The song he wrote that afternoon, "Here Comes the Sun," would become The Beatles' most-streamed track and a masterclass in navigating transitions. Throughout April, we'll explore how their approach to new beginnings, strategic retreats, and turning endings into opportunities provides actionable frameworks for leaders navigating organizational transitions, career pivots, and transforming uncertainty into growth in every area of life.
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