I received an email today from my friend Marco who took issue with the fact that he was asked to pay rent at the ashram he has been living at.  He thought it would be enough to do some editing work in exchange, although it was never discussed, and he thinks his value is not being acknowledged.  I emailed him:  “I don’t think Mataji is failing to see your value in house; it is my experience that many have promised to her and not delivered.  That’s my observation only thru the decades, based on nothing anyone else has said.  I do think you are mistaken that she merely wants to rent a room to you as a source of income.  I used to feel invalidated when no one around let me know I was appreciated.  It helped me draw strength from within.  With all due respect, the only way you can reach the vibrational frequency needed for her to appreciate you more, is to step up your frequency of appreciation and devotion to her. I believe the idea of having to pay rent is an excellent one, because it brings up everyone’s beliefs about money and if anything needs to be clarified and cleared, this is the time that will begin happening.  This will trigger that opening and ultimate understanding.  I believe no one should live at the ashram who is not totally engrossed in Mataji’s teachings.  Commit yourself to her if you feel so compelled, and watch the magic begin to flow.  But as long as you are biding time, waiting for a sign, so is the Universe, and everything remains at a standstill.  It’s your choice.  WWMD?”