Meaningful Coincidences
Once in a while a chance event surprises us. We are intrigued by a meaningful connection between
two events that are apparently unconnected. Coincidences can often be mysterious and exciting.
They can make us feel part of a living purposeful universe. They give us a cosmic jolt that reaches
into the core of our being and speaks to our restlessness, indecision, or sense that something is
missing.
Within a mechanistic world view coincidences may be amusing or interesting but are not of any
real importance. They are just a one-in-a-million chance that was bound to happen to someone,
somewhere.
Within an holistic world view coincidences are meaningful. The universe has produced a
coincidence because there is a meaningful connection between two events.
A coincidence in the form of a chance meeting, a memorable dream or an unexpected event can be a
powerful experience full of clues about the flow of our lives and our connection with universal
energies.
By tuning into coincidences we can listen to what the universe is trying to say to us. By responding
to "chance" opportunities and connections we allow the universe to help guide our lives.
HAVE YOU…
• Got a phone call or met someone just after you were thinking of them?
Did you stop to consider why this coincidence happened? Did it guide you to do
something different?
• Missed a bus or been delayed and then had a chance meeting or event
that was important to you? Were you very annoyed when you missed the bus
or got delayed?
• Had a dream and then part of it came true later? How did the rest of the
dream relate to the later event?
• Accidentally come across a book with just the information you were
looking for? Do you stop to think about why ordinary things sometimes seem to
attract your attention ?
• Met someone's eyes across a crowded room? What kind of connection was
it? Did they have information that was important to you?
Listening to the Universe
We can listen to the universe by asking ourselves what the universe is trying to say by presenting us
with a coincidence. What connection in meaning has been made?
 Be aware that "chance" events can happen for a reason.
 Look for the meaning behind chance events.
 Listen to your body - restlessness could be a sign of the need for change and deeper
awareness.
 Think about the normal everyday things that sometimes strike you with unusual emphasis.
 Know that your life has a purpose and that the universe can guide you towards fulfilling that
purpose.
Because you are part of the universe it will respond to your individual needs and questions.
 Be clear about what is meaningful for you.
 Think often about the precise questions you would like answered and then look for the
answers in coincidences.
What are your significant questions?
Have you had any ‘coincidences’ related to these questions?
Reference: Redfield, J. & Adrienne, C. 77he Celestine Prophecy: An Experiential Guide. 1995. Bantam Books