Announcing: Women's Pilgrimage Retreat Weekend May 2-3, 2020 (CANCELLED)

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I'm so pleased to offer a Women's Pilgrimage Retreat at Crow’s Rest in Wakefield, QC on the weekend of May 2-3, 2020!

If you've ever thought of going on the Camino or other sacred journey, but are not sure if it’s for you, this weekend-long retreat will give you a taste of both the outer and inner preparation required.

On Day 1 of the Retreat, my pilgrim friend and mosaic artist Chris Hume will lead a walk from Wakefield to the retreat site, followed by a workshop where you will create your own mosaic-tile yellow arrow.

Day 2 will be spent with me, as I take you through activities and practices to prepare you for your inner pilgrimage journey, and that explore some of the limitations that hold us back from walking in the world with confidence and curiosity rather than fear.

All in the tranquil and restorative setting of the Gatineau Hills.

Preparing your outer and inner yellow arrows!

So, whether your personal quest is taking you to the Camino, or you wish to explore the meaning of being a pilgrim in this grand pilgrimage called life... then this weekend is for you, and maybe a few of your friends!

Please see the link for details. 👇There's a discount if you book before Dec. 31, 2019!

https://crowsrestretreat.com/pilgrimage-retreat.

Thank you and buen camino!
~Mony

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Remembering 9/11

Photo: Andrew Kelly, Reuters

Most of us can recall where we were or what we were doing on this fateful day.

I was in Lebanon, fresh off the Camino, visiting my family after my grandmother’s unexpected passing. I had just come back from a girls’ shopping spree in Beirut and was stepping into the house when my phone rang. My best friend was crying into the phone, trying to explain these attacks in New York, and how I needed to get back to Canada right away because they were closing airports and talking of bombing southern Lebanon.

I went numb and, as I sat watching the news reports, only felt the horror of that moment.

But that day galvanized me, and placed me firmly on the path of action:

I would walk to Jerusalem for peace, and dedicate my every step to peace. Peace within me. Peace in Jerusalem, and beyond.

I reflect on this day often, on how easy it would have been to fall deeper into fear and shut myself off from the world. I saw that same struggle on the faces of so many people.

But I also saw so much grace and dignity, so much love and compassion, so many people refusing to bow to fear and to carry on, choosing to light the way rather than close off into the darkness. If there was to be a gift from this day, that would be it for me.

May all be blessed on this – and every – day.

~Mony

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Do you have to Suffer to be a Pilgrim?

One of the more fascinating conversations that come up during pilgrim gatherings is whether or not suffering is an integral part of #pilgrimage.

In this video, I share some reflections on suffering and how it differs from struggling.

You can also listen to the PODCAST of this (and all other episodes) HERE.

I hope you enjoy it. Please share freely, and give it a Like, if you so feel called.

Buen Camino!
Mony



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Walking for Peace: featured on the DAILY GOOD platform!

Mony and Alberto in Venice, Italy

"I needed ten years to properly digest all that occurred during those thirteen months of walking. Although I was declaring over and again that peace begins within, only with time would I fully comprehend the power and profundity of those words.

I would come to understand that we are all on a journey of self-discovery and self-mastery. There are many who walk this path consciously, others still not.

My Walk for Peace began as an active response to a situation that I saw (9/11); but the true path I was walking in reality had little to do with peace in Jerusalem.

It was a path of initiation, a journey into the inner realms, one whose intention was to heal the wounds and divisions that I hosted there, so that the Light that is our essence may fully manifest and declare its presence in its rightful home: the heart.       

The Jerusalem I was walking towards was always within me; a state of grace, perfection and peace that I know one day will be reflected in the Jerusalem that I see in my outer world."

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Click HERE or on the picture to read the full article.

Thank you DailyGood.org for the opportunity to share our story on your incredible platform. And thank you to the thousands of people who have read and shared this article. 🙏

~Mony 


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Pilgrim Story Hour w/ Mony Dojeiji - Walking Alone, a spiritual practice

Our life is a pilgrimage, with only one sacred destination: an encounter with our true selves. On that journey, we must learn to walk alone so that we may stand in confidence of the world, rather than in fear of it.

I gave this talk at Unity Spiritual Centre Ottawa. I hope you enjoy my reflections and stories.

Buen Camino!
~Mony


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A Pilgrim Blessing on the Feast Day of Santiago

To all those named Santi, Santiago, Jacobo,Jacques, Jacob, Yakov and more... and to #pilgrims who walk the #Camino... Feliz Dia de Santiago!

In honour of this day, July 25, I share with you all a blessing from the Camino, that I wrote in my book "Walking Alone".

Buen Camino!
~Mony
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Step lightly and with reverence, for you walk on paths forged by sacrifice, devotion and love. You are not merely stepping onto sacred ground, but into what is sacred within you. Treat both delicately.

Taste of my abundance. Dwell in my magic places. Drink of my beauty. They are all freely shared, and reside within you too.

Leave your sorrows and travails with me, so that the flames of my sword may unleash their hidden light. But don’t forget to also leave me your joys and triumphs, for they are my nourishment too.

The sacred in you resides in me also. That is because we are created by the same hand. No separation exists between us. My imprint on your heart is as binding as your imprint on mine.

I am the worker of miracles. I lead you to the most unexpected places, places that feel both familiar and unrecognizable. I lead you to the greatest treasure, the one that you were carrying with you all along.

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The Author's Journey hosts Guy Thatcher (TV interview)

At age 70, my guest embarked on his first #pilgrimage, walking the #CaminodeSantiago in Spain. It didn't unfold as he expected.

In this #interview, he shares his experiences with me and the power of flowing with the unexpected.

Listen to the PODCAST at https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji/sets/the-authors-journey.

Enjoy!

~Mony








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Announcing..."Walking Alone: A Pilgrim's Guide to the Inner Journey" book

In the many presentations I’ve done over the years, one of the consistent themes that arises is how to walk alone.

Not only on pilgrimage, but in life.

What I have learned is that key to walking alone is having the courage to look beyond the physical, and to delve into the workings of our inner world – mind, emotions, spirit – so that we can better understand ourselves, and walk in confidence and curiosity of the world rather than in fear of it.

In this personal guide, I offer you insights and reflections based on my personal experiences of having walked alone (as a pilgrim on the path and in life), and how you can begin that journey towards self-knowing that only you can tread, starting now.

"Walking Alone" is available as an e-book and paperback, in the Amazon of your country.

I will also offer workshops in the new year, in person and online. Stay tuned! :-)

May this book serve you in your personal journeys, wherever they may lead you.

~Mony


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VIDEO and AUDIO - My Story of Love, on Pilgrim Story Hour webcast

Many people know that I am married to the pilgrim who walked from Rome to Jerusalem with me, Alberto Agraso.

But few people know the full story of how we met, and the divinely orchestrated events that conspired to bring us together.

Enjoy our story of love, and buen camino!
~Mony

If you like this video, be sure to give it a Like and check out the other video stories in this series.

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VIDEO and AUDIO - The Hidden Camino, episode on Pilgrim Story Hour

During my first pilgrimage in Spain, I met pilgrims who spoke about a "hidden camino", and who were playing an esoteric game called "el juego de la oca" (the game of the goose).

I thought it strange, since this is a child's board game similar to snakes and ladders, and dismissed it.

Years later, I would learn it to be a metaphor for the camino, where the images and symbols point to an inner journey that the pilgrim is walking at the same time as they are walking an outer journey.

In this episode, I share with you the meaning of some of the images and symbols.

You can also listen to the audio podcast on iTunes.

Buen camino, and please feel free to Like and Share!
Mony

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VIDEO and AUDIO - Pilgrim Story Hour, Peek into the Past

While walking in Croatia, I was interviewed by a reporter in English for the evening news.

I was alone then, having separated from Alberto only a week earlier. I was recovering from a severe infection, staying with a priest and community that took me in without question. To this day, I am in awe of, and grateful for, the kindness they showed me.

This is rare footage from my time as a pilgrim, and re-enforces that this was indeed, for me, a journey of inner exploration... and that people are good!

My intro and interview are only 6 minutes. The rest is video of me packing my backpack and walking on the open road.

Enjoy and buen camino,
~Mony

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VIDEO and AUDIO - Pilgrim Story Hour, Journey to the Inner Temple

In this video, I share some reflections on the true temple that I was walking towards during my pilgrimages along the Camino de Santiago, and walking 5000 kms from Rome to Jerusalem.

When I recorded this video, I didn't realize that the sun would create this light effect, and I thought about re-recording it. But it somehow seemed to add to the message of this episode, which is that the temple that we seek (and all its promises and secret teachings) is within our own heart, and it is to that temple that we journey when we walk.

Enjoy the video, and please feel free to share.

To listen to the audio podcast, check out iTunes or SoundCloud.

Buen camino!
Mony

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International Women's Day - Reflections on Feminine and Masculine

Duality, by intuitive artist Alberto Agraso (http://albertoagraso.blogspot.com)

I have always a hard time with this day because I feel the pressure to honour and celebrate only women.

I understand the history and significance of this day, and in no way wish to diminish its importance or the courage and merit of the women who fought for civil rights and who change the world in magnificent ways every day. And, of course, there is still work to do to bring about full equality on all levels.

Today, however, I wish to reflect on the path we are walking together as men and women.

Compassion, nurturing, love, inclusion…why are these the exclusive terrain of women?

Power, dominance, assertiveness, independence… why are these the exclusive terrain of men?

I know women who would be considered “masculine”. Should I celebrate them exclusively because they are women?

I know men who embody the “feminine”. Should I exclude them, just because they are men?

I believe it’s abuse of power that we need to reflect on, independent of gender or sexual orientation.

As a woman, I have suffered abuse of power at the hands of other women, and I have seen them exercise that power over men. I understand that we live in a patriarchal society, and we have seen their abuses; but I have also seen men be the shining lights of love and compassion.

And that abuse and discrimination can be seen not only between men and women, but between races, religions, sexual orientation, economic status, social status, and so many more examples.

We all carry the principles we call feminine inside of us, along with the masculine. The harmonizing and marriage of those energies, to me, is the journey. It is from that marriage – that sacred union – that true power arises and the magnificence of creation is unleashed.

So this is my celebration today: the awakening of the feminine in all, and the continuing journey of men and women to bring into harmony the masculine and feminine energies within them, and to use them in service for the highest good of all.

This painting by @AlbertoAgraso is called "Duality" and I believe speaks beautifully to this message.

#InternationalWomensDay #EqualityMatters #love #equality #duality #consciousness #women #feminine #masculine #energy #ArtoftheSpirit #gender 

Pilgrim Story Hour w/Mony Dojeiji - Touched by an Angel

"Touched by an Angel" is the story I share with you on this episode of Pilgrim Story Hour.

More than once during our Rome-to-Jerusalem walk, Alberto would say that we were angels, because we were bringing a touch of light and love wherever we walked.

His definition made me uncomfortable because it sounded so arrogant. After all, I thought, who are we, in our imperfection, to consider ourselves in such a light? ...Until an experience in Italy made me truly reflect on what it means to be an angel in the world.

This VIDEO, and the entire series, is on Facebook and  YouTube.

This AUDIO podcast, and the entire series, is on SoundCloud and iTunes. 

Enjoy, and please feel free to like and share :-) 

#pilgrimage #CaminodeSantiago #angels #faith #RometoJerusalem #walkingforpeace #innerjourney #peace #love #hope #light #angels #travel #adventure #adventuretravel +Martha Williamson

VIDEO and PODCAST Pilgrim Story Hour - Walking on Faith

During our Rome-to-Jerusalem pilgrimage, we were indeed walking on faith. Every night, we needed to find shelter. Every night, we needed to trust that the person opening the door would receive us.

Most times, they did and we had a roof over our heads. But one night, they didn't.

In this episode, I share the story of when the doors were closed to us, several times in that one night, and how walking on faith brought us to a place that can only be described as miraculous.

Enjoy, and Happy Holidays to all!



This VIDEO, and the entire series, is also on:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimStoryHour, and
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAGZVg274dayrXEuG9bFR9lDZYmFAnBb_

This AUDIO podcast, and the entire series, is on:

- SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji and
- iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilgrim-story-hour/id1138028764

Thanks for tuning in. Please feel free to Like and Share.
~Mony~


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PODCAST and VIDEO Pilgrim Story Hour - Courage

When I began walking alone, many people said, "Wow, you're so brave! Aren't you scared?"

Of course, a certain amount of courage is required to embark on any journey into the unknown, but I have come to appreciate that it's the small, moment-by-moment choices that we make about who we are as individuals that define true courage.

And sometimes, courage fails us.

On this episode, I share a story that took place in Syria and Lebanon, when my courage should have carried me, but didn't.


This AUDIO podcast, and the entire series, is on:

- SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji and
- iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilgrim-story-hour/id1138028764

Thanks for tuning in. Please feel free to Like and Share.
~Mony~

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AUDIO and VIDEO Pilgrim Story Hour - Oh the Rains! :-)

How many times have we walked in the rain, and wished it was sunny?

Or walked in blistering heat, and thought about nothing but the cool rains?

On this episode, inspired by the rains of this day, I share a story about a rainy day’s walk in Croatia.


This VIDEO, and the entire series, is also on:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimStoryHour, and
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8Y9dB9SE2U

This AUDIO podcast, and the entire series, is on:

- SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji and
- iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilgrim-story-hour/id1138028764

Thanks for tuning in. Please feel free to Like and Share.
~Mony~

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AUDIO and VIDEO Pilgrim Story Hour - The Sacred

Pilgrims throughout the ages and across all traditions have embarked on the quest to touch the sacred, that undefinable something that has power and meaning beyond what is simply physical.

On this episode, I share the short story of how I first touched the sacred, and what I learned from it.

This VIDEO, and the entire series, is also on: 

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimStoryHour

This AUDIO podcast, and the entire series, is on:

- SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji and

- iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilgrim-story-hour/id1138028764 

Thanks for tuning in. Please feel free to Like and Share. 

~Mony~

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AUDIO and VIDEO Pilgrim Story Hour - Walking Alone

Walking alone is possibly one of the greatest fears pilgrims have on their journeys.

But choosing to walk alone, even if it’s only for a short while, can offer opportunities for personal growth that walking with others simply can’t.

In this episode, I speak about separating from Alberto during our Rome-to-Jerusalem pilgrimage, and the deep lessons we each learned.

The VIDEO is on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimStoryHour/ and

YouTube https://youtu.be/7XqT4J51vSs?list=PLAGZVg274dayrXEuG9bFR9lDZYmFAnBb_ 

The AUDIO podcast is on:

iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilgrim-story-hour/id1138028764 and

SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji

I would love to hear your stories. Please leave them in the Comments section.

Thanks for tuning in. Please feel free to Like and Share.

~Mony~

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AUDIO and VIDEO - Pilgrim Story Hour, Myth of Perfect Pilgrim

“Myth of the Perfect Pilgrim” is the topic of this week’s episode of the Pilgrim Story.

We've all heard the legends of this mythical creature called the "perfect pilgrim". You know, the one who ALWAYS walks, ALWAYS carries their backpack and ALWAYS stays in the refugios.

In this episode, I share my experiences as a "perfect pilgrim" and how I made peace with her. It was taped on the walking trails near Ottawa, Canada.


The VIDEO is also on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimStoryHour  and
YouTube: https://youtu.be/_wahcgdGqp4?list=PLAGZVg274dayrXEuG9bFR9lDZYmFAnBb_

The AUDIO podcast is on:
iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilgrim-story-hour/id1138028764, and
SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mony-dojeiji

I would love to hear your stories. Please leave them in the Comments section.

Thanks for tuning in. Please feel free to Like and Share.
~Mony~

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