Walking on the Leading Edge: My “Edgewalker Journey” 2

During the first 6 months of 2007 I was living in a temporary home with a girlfriend in Naples, Florida. After the fire which destroyed all my possessions, I was able to get out of my annual lease and I was free to move forward onto what was next in my life. I found out the hard way the importance of asking for signs that were CEO (Clear, Easy and Obvious). I was now exercising a daily practice of patience, faith and trust. I asked the Universe, my Higher Self, Infinite Intelligence and the Powers that Be to: “Show me the way!”

I know from life experience and being an “Edgewalker” that I could not figure this out on my own. Our conscious minds have a limited frame of reference (as much as the ego thought it had it all under control!). I was waiting for clarity, an answer, a direction. I was feeling both anxious and excited.

Living my life as an “Edgewalker” assisted me on this uncertain journey. When I first heard the word “Edgewalker” from my dear friend of 20 + years Dr. Judi Neal I exclaimed, ” This is me!” Judi’s inspiration and intuition connected her to the term that describes her and so many of us on the planet at this time. In Dr. Judi Neal’s book ” Edgewalkers: People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground”, Edgewalkers are defined as “People who walk between worlds and have the ability to build bridges between different worlds. They have a strong inner life and are very grounded and effective in the everyday external world. This orientation looks to the future and is focused on openness to possibilities.” Edgewalkers also “Serve Those Who Walk Between Worlds”.

I had no clarity about where or what was next in my life. I had to surrender. By tapping into my “Edgewalker” essence, I patiently watched, waited, allowed as the right timing and opportunities presented themselves. As the observer of my life, I noticed what was naturally coming to me without effort and what was falling away. The main theme was Hawaii. This was curious to me as Hawaii was never on my radar as it is too far away and isolated. I visited on vacation a few times throughout my life yet never felt I would live or move there. However, much to my confusion and resistance at times, everywhere I went I was met with the message of the Hawaiian Islands – books, bumper stickers, TV ads, friends mentioning it, making contacts, etc. In addition, my lifelong wish and desire to swim in the wild with dolphins had been answered. The synchronicity of a friend introducing me to a woman on the Big Island of Hawaii in Kona who brings people to swim with the dolphins. There were so many signs over a 6 month period that there was no question that Hawaii was calling me.

So, with a leap of faith and excitement I parked my car in a friend’s driveway, packed 2 suitcases, and on June 1, 2007 I left Florida. When I boarded the plane with a one way ticket to the Big Island of Hawaii, little did I know that my life, my very being, would be changed forever. I would never be the same and I never looked back…

Lessons:

*Let the Universe “Fill in the blanks”.

*Stay open to possibilities and options you never considered.

*We are not in control, however if we surrender and get out of the way we can co-create with the Universe/our Higher Self.

Tags: edgewalker, evolutionary, hawaii, inspiration, leap of faith, transformational journey, womens empowerment

leap of faith | Patricia Campanile | February 17, 2017 6:27 pm

22 Comments

By Ellen Stetson, February 18, 2017 @ 12:12 pm

Dear Patricia, this is thrilling, hearing you tell your story of active engagement in process, I Love You!
By Karen Keller, February 18, 2017 @ 12:27 pm

Your clear description of “Edgewalker” certainly resonates with me. I will look into finding that book!
I started a daily personal development ritual,that I am very excited about, and your blog is one of the things supporting me in that commitment.
I would love to find time to share with you.
Thank you for sharing your story with us!
By Valerie Harms, February 18, 2017 @ 12:36 pm

Synchronistically I had been wondering about you and your whereabouts. So this blog came just in time. Would love to hear more detail.
By Marianne Schorer, February 18, 2017 @ 12:43 pm

Dear Patricia,
Thank you for sharing this part of your life along with its lessons. You are an amazing woman who has the endurance and discipline necessary to build the internal stamina to perceive and handle the truth within. Your choices to believe in your dream, declare your intention, listen to your intuition, trust yourself, and take the steps to make it happen are deeply admired and celebrated. My best to you always and much love and happiness in Hawaii–a “special” place.
By Ravina Lori Larson, February 18, 2017 @ 1:48 pm

Your story is so inspiring to me, Patricia. We both moved to Hawaii in 2007, the end of a 9-year cycle and the energy of a new cycle. Now, in 2017, we’re in another one year of a heap of chaos, fits & starts. It seems a lot of us are in the “what’s next” phase. I’m paying attention to signs and guidance for my next move. Thank you for your contribution, my friend! ?
By Joy Edgerton, February 18, 2017 @ 2:00 pm

I am enjoying your new blog, Patricia, especially since I vaguely recall the journey you write about. I remember you living in Naples and the fire, and you moving to Hawaii. Thanks for reminding all of us the lesson of CEO (Clear Easy and Obvious) and to let the Universe Fill in the Blanks. 🙂 Aloha!
By Bonnie, February 18, 2017 @ 2:31 pm

Love your story
Much has changed in my life
always come from possibilities
Everyday I experience some form of magic
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:35 pm

Thank you Dear Bonnie. I understand about life changing and how we choose to respond to those changes opens us to new possibilities. I look forward to meeting again and hearing about your magic and possibilities. Love to you!
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:36 pm

Thank you Dear Joy! Your support and sharing our journey as friends and colleagues all these years is a gift. Love and aloha!
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:37 pm

Hello Dear Ravina/Lori my friend! I appreciate your comments and love the timing of our shared call to Hawaii and how it has changed us. Now we find ourselves in a greater time of transformation and courage, if we choose. Thank YOU!
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:38 pm

Hello Dear Marianne,

Wonderful to hear from you after all this time! Thank you for your kind words and the reflection of all the years we have known one another. I hope this finds you well and would love to reconnect sometime. Blessings on your journey! Patricia
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:38 pm

Hello Dear Valerie, Wonderful to hear from you and thank you for reaching out. Let’s talk and visit more on the phone. I hope this finds you well. Sending love, Patricia
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:39 pm

Hello Dear Karen,
Thank you for your time and your sharing. Yes, let’s talk and I would love to hear about your new commitment. Looking forward!
By Patricia Varley, February 18, 2017 @ 5:40 pm

Hello Dear Ellen,

I so appreciate you and your support and taking the time to share this with me.
You are a dear friend, for so many years, on the journey.
Blessing and love! Patricia
By Pat, February 19, 2017 @ 9:30 am

LOVE this, Patricia! So glad I ‘stumbled’ upon it. 🙂 CEO? Giving up my appointment based practice in 33 days to regroup, look around, and see where the Universe leads me. I feel filled with a peaceful, exciting, anticipation. This blog will be perfect support. Thank you!!!
By Patricia Varley, February 19, 2017 @ 5:27 pm

Wonderful to hear from you Pat and thank you for reaching out. I am so glad the timing of the blog will support you.
Please keep me posted. Love and blessings!
By Bruce Gerstein, February 19, 2017 @ 10:24 pm

Aloha TT Your a perfect example of not when one door closes another opens up but rather as I would say when one d. Closes the walls come down for us to see clearly our freedom to be…here we can live in the village where anything is possible ..love hugs admiration appreciatRion and respect ????
By Christie, February 20, 2017 @ 10:51 pm

Dear, Tricia: I always love hearing this story and I remember the events, and your struggles with your decision, so well. Your trust in the universe and taking risks have always served you and give credit to your strength and intuition. Love the new blog … keep the inspiration coming. Aloha and much love!
By Patricia Varley, February 21, 2017 @ 7:23 pm

Thank you dear Christie. It has been a gift to share this journey with you as friends over the years. More to come. Your support means so much and keep sharing. Love and aloha!
By Patricia Varley, February 21, 2017 @ 7:24 pm

Love you BB and thank you so much for taking the time to read and respond. We have shared this Edgewalker Journey for so long. Looking forward to more and miss you! TT
By Susan Varsames, March 1, 2017 @ 3:28 am

I love the concept of relinquishing to not being in control. It took me 55 years to let go of the control I though I had! Now I can align with the flow and allow events to wane and wax without stress. That’s when the opportunities arrive.
By Patricia Varley, March 1, 2017 @ 10:51 pm

Thank you Sue! I can understand the process of getting to this point. There is freedom and liberation in letting go and allowing LIFE to guide us in ways we never dreamed possible. I appreciate your sharing!! Aloha and love, Patricia