Embracing Oneness

Oneness isn’t just a lofty ideal—it’s a living perspective that reshapes how we perceive ourselves, others, and the world. It invites us to move beyond isolation toward a sense of intrinsic unity with all that is.

From a philosophical perspective, The Oneness Hypothesis argues that the self is fundamentally interconnected with the rest of reality.  This idea challenges Western hyper-individualism and opens the door to more relational ethics and well-being.  

I haven’t always had an appreciation for Oneness.  I remember the first time I really embraced the peacefulness I realize now was Oneness.  

I arrived at a wedding with my former partner, her children, and her daughter’s boyfriend—the only faces I knew when I got there. My partner and her kids are naturally beautiful, but stepping into that glamorously decorated, farmhouse-style venue, I was in awe of everyone’s radiant glow. It was a joyful celebration, and I felt honored to witness the couple’s love—and to see how thrilled every guest was to share in their special day. The bride was around fifty, the groom in his mid-fifties—it was her first marriage—and their deep affection felt like a blessing.

Later, I realized that the overwhelming sense of love, beauty, and human connection—recognizing people as spiritual beings—was Oneness.

After some traumatic events at the end of my last relationship, I retreated into myself more than ever before. I’d read that trauma can trigger introversion, and it resonated. I spent a lot of time alone. But gradually, Oneness found me again. A woman with a thick Middle Eastern accent, wearing a hijab, stopped me on the sidewalk to say, “You look so beautiful in all pink!” A couple in their driveway cheered as I jogged by, applauding as if I’d crossed a finish line. These small, unexpected moments continue to remind me that we’re all deeply connected.