The relationship between master & disciple

As believed earlier, this relationship is one where the master is put in the pedestal & the disciple bows down to receive. But, with evolution of human consciousness, this relationship evolved into a more matured & beautiful understanding.
                                                  From a relationship of verticals,
                                   it became a relationship of 'maitra', meaning friend.

No truly enlightened person ever told that to be enlightened, you have to put them above you, ahead of you or push them far away from you. Instead when you can see them as your enlightened friend, the receiving becomes joyful & more welcoming. Then there is sync between the two to allow the light to flow within. And if you look back at any great relationship, the foundation of that had been friendship. And thus walking together the path towards light becomes easy, fun filled and effortless.
I personally don't believe in idealizing or putting anyone in pedestal nor do I like when anyone does that to me.
                                             But, I do believe in mutual respect & love.
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There is light in every individual & the enlightened one, irrespective of age, gender, creed, leads us to that awakening when we are ready.
I learnt from my coachee, my maitra and in his words:
                     "Gu in Sanskrit is darkness & Ru is light. Likewise, I feel a coach
                      is also like a Guru who makes one see that inner light in different
                            ways, reconnect with oneself so as to live life joyfully."

And I truly believe in a relationship of 'maitra'. Truly blessed to walk this path of enlightenment with beautiful, pure, awakened souls. Not only I help them see the light in them, but they too help me awaken at every step.
In deep gratitude for every experience of the heart.
Love. Priyanka
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