By Marcus L.
What if every struggle, every argument, and every disappointment wasn’t a curse—but a mirror?
That’s exactly what Marcus L. discovered through practicing Santa Clara Meditation, founded by Master Woo Myung.
💬 His favorite quote says it all:
“You cannot fight against the ego and win, just as you cannot fight against darkness; the light of consciousness is all that is necessary. You are that light.”
For years, Marcus tried to overcome challenges by fighting the external world—money problems, relationships, disagreements. But none of that brought peace. Through meditation, he realized the root of his suffering was not outside, but within—his own ego.
🌞 With this shift in awareness, Marcus now lives in what he calls “positive light.” Even in conflict, he sees growth. Even in challenge, he finds clarity. And instead of reacting with anger or blame, he responds with gratitude.
👇 Read his brief but beautiful insight into how consciousness—not conflict—is the key to true change.
💬 Testimonial: Living in Positive Light
By Marcus L.
My favorite quote is, “you cannot fight against the ego and win, just as you cannot fight against darkness; the light of consciousness is all that is necessary. You are that light.” I love this quote because I remember fighting against the darkness. Times that I struggled financially. Times that I fought with my loved ones. Times I ended a relationship and times they ended it.
It is simple, really. In times of struggle, I thought my lack of money, my family, and my ex’s were the enemy. That’s why I fought them so hard. But through meditation, my consciousness completely changed. I learned that all those struggles and fights were just a mirror reflecting the true enemy hidden in the darkness, my own ego.
Now, when a difficult situation arises or I start to feel a hint of disagreement surfacing up, I first pause to ask myself, “what is this person showing me?” If they are showing me my self-centered and selfish ego, I know that is not who I am, that it is a false illusion, and I immediately thank that person for shining a light on the ugliness that is my ego.
This has completely changed the way I see the world. Where I used to see darkness, all I see is positive light.
