Dual nature, infinite potential - An invitation to journey

On overcoming duality’s challenges & embracing its gifts.

Since you’ve clicked on the link, I guess it’s safe to say you’ve accepted the invitation. 

Hi there, it’s great to have you here. 

Welcome to Faerie Warrior, a world that seeks to explore duality & transformation.

I almost thought I couldn't make it

Faerie Warrior started out as a visual diary that documents my feeble attempt of navigating out of a traumatic life experience. Little did I know, it was an invitation from the future me to embark on a path of transformation - going through a self-discovery journey, stepping out of my comfort zone, and seeking better. My inner child believed there’s got to be a bigger purpose for her in this life. 

As the Chinese proverb goes “千里之行，始於足下” (i.e.The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step), this highlights the importance of starting small and consistent progress. 

Through this journey, I came to appreciate the concept of duality. It is also what I have come to understand of myself by breaking down past patterns in my life in terms of how I think, respond and act. 

I’ve learnt that I can be highly sentimental and logical. 

I can have a very feminine side and be physically strong and competitive too.

Everything in this material world exists in a state of duality; 

Love and hate, suffering and joy, giving and receiving, light and dark, good and evil, and order and chaos - all of which are interdependent and cannot exist without each other. 

How did the name Faerie Warrior come about?

This brings us to how “Faerie” embodies femininity and magic; 

“Warrior” stands for inner mental strength and outer masculinity seen in a warrior in battle. 

That is duality. 

And when these two come together in unison, they serve as an invaluable guide, enabling you to not only move forward, but level up in this journey.

Now allow me to share a story - The Parable of the Two Wolves:

An old Cherokee chief was teaching his grandson about life.

"A fight is going on inside me," he said to the boy. "It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. 

One is evil - he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego."

He continued, "The other is good - he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith.

The same fight is going on inside you - and inside every other person, too." 

The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, "Which wolf will win?" The old chief simply replied, "The one you feed."

I personally really like this Parable as it serves as a powerful allegory that beautifully encapsulates the concept of duality inherent in human nature.

Duality in Human Experience

The concept of duality is a fundamental aspect of human existence, reflected in various philosophical and spiritual traditions. It manifests in countless ways:

• Yin and Yang: In Taoism, this concept represents the interplay of opposites, where each contains a seed of the other.

• Light and Dark: This symbolism is found in many cultures, representing good and evil, knowledge and ignorance.

• Conscious and Subconscious: The mind operates on these two levels, often with conflicting desires and impulses.

• Love and Hate: These emotions are polar opposites, yet they can coexist within the same individual.

Why embrace duality and how is it important?

There is a particular concept within quantum physics called the wave-particle duality, where particles can exhibit both wave-like and particle-like behavior.

This challenges our classical understanding of reality, leading to philosophical discussions about the nature of matter and the limits of human knowledge.

Metaphysics teaches us that beneath the apparent diversity of life, there exists an underlying unity.

This idea is akin to the concept of a universal consciousness or cosmic oneness.

Where abstract concepts such as existence, reality, consciousness are explored - there is no single “correct” answer in metaphysics, just different perspectives and interpretations.

Recognizing this unity is a profound realisation that has significantly impacted my personal growth and spiritual journey.

In the end, all of this is to say…

Imagine your life as a canvas.

Duality is the palette of colors you use to paint your masterpiece.

By understanding and embracing both light and shadow, you create a vibrant and meaningful life.

This journey of self-discovery has been a profound one, and I'm excited to share it with you. Join me on this path to becoming a Faerie Warrior. 

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