For many people, both children and adults, the beginning of September means time to return to school. But whether you are attending formal classes or not, success in life often depends on the ability to keep learning and growing. That might mean success in a career, achieving spiritual goals, having healthier relationships, or simply becoming a better person.

Today, pick (at least) one area of your life where it feels as though you might have more to learn, and make a commitment to do so. Light a yellow candle to symbolize the conscious mind and say:

I wish to become wiser
And deeper in knowledge.
I commit to more learning
With life as my college.

Meditate on the flame for a while, then blow it out. Light it again when you need inspiration (always being mindful of fire safety).