This concept is transportable — it can be true for an individual, as well as for groups of individuals within a larger organization. The chaos of the "dark night" can bring its own sweet clarity, new insights and a more appropriate "new norm." In journeying through the "dark night," a vision of what’s possible — the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel — helps us to persevere and find our courage and resiliency. These, in turn, bring greater experience, wisdom and confidence.

Of course, what soothes and inspires the soul through its dark night to the new morning can be as varied as the individual. There are many potential resources — books to read, people to talk to, soup to share and savor, images to meditate upon, prayers to recite, things to create, elders to visit, charities to help, and more.

One possible resource is modern-mystic Andrew Harvey’s book, "Sun at Midnight: A memoir of the dark night," which offers the author's perspective and story about the journey through one dark night of the soul. You'll also find several other "food for thought and inspiration" articles in the links listed below, as well as in the Ivy Sea Wisdom and Mastery portal gateway.

May these or other resources help you find your own light. Remember, just one candle can light a room, and the light of your own heart can help light the world.

The Ivy Sea Big-Vision Conscious Livelihood kit offers a select collection of exercises and reflections from Ivy Sea's highly regarded Vision Launch Pad workshops created exclusively for Ivy Sea clients. Buy the Vision-Energizing Value Pack, and receive the Vision Clinic Tip Kit as well. You can also purchase each kit separately.