There is a timeless story, whispered through the ages and carried by indigenous wisdom, that speaks to the deepest truth of human existence: we create our own reality. This profound realization was once hidden from humanity — carefully guarded by Creation itself — until the time when we would be ready to embrace our inherent power.
The story begins with Creation contemplating a secret so immense it could change everything. Creation said,
“I want to hide something from the humans until they are ready for it.
It is the realization they create their own reality.”
Various beings stepped forward, offering to safeguard this secret in places humans might never reach. The eagle, soaring high and far, said,
“Give it to me. I will take it to the moon.”
But Creation responded,
“No. One day they will go there and find it.”
The salmon, who dives deep beneath the waves, offered,
“I will bury it on the bottom of the ocean.”
Creation said,
“No. They will go there, too.”
The buffalo, rooted in the great open plains, said,
“I will bury it on the Great Plains.”
Again, Creation answered,
“They will cut into the skin of Earth and find it even there.”
Finally, Grandmother Mole, the silent guardian who lives in the breast of Mother Earth — though without eyes, she can truly See — suggested,
“Put it inside of them.”
And Creation said,
“It is done.”
A Hidden Power Within
This ancient story has appeared in various forms since at least the 1970s and perhaps even much earlier, born from the intimate relationship between indigenous peoples and the rhythms of the Earth. It reminds us that the greatest secret — our power to create our reality — does not lie in distant places or hidden vaults, but within ourselves.
Grandmother Mole’s wisdom teaches us that true sight and understanding come not from external observation but from inner knowing. This secret power is not something to be found by searching the outer world; it is already embedded within our very being.
Creating Our Reality: More Than Metaphor
The idea that humans create their own reality is often misunderstood or dismissed as mere metaphor. Yet, this story urges us to take it seriously. Our thoughts, beliefs, and intentions shape how we experience the world. The challenges we face, the joys we celebrate, and the relationships we nurture are all filtered through our inner landscape.
This doesn’t mean that life is always easy or that external circumstances magically transform at will. Instead, it calls us to awaken to our role as co-creators — conscious participants in the unfolding of our lives and the world around us.
Why the Secret Was Hidden
Creation’s decision to withhold this truth until humanity was ready suggests a deep respect for our journey. Perhaps the realization of our creative power carries with it a responsibility that requires maturity, awareness, and courage.
Before this awakening, humanity needed time to grow, to learn about the world and themselves, and to prepare for the possibility that the key to transformation lies within. Now, that time is here.
Awakening to Inner Wisdom
To connect with this hidden truth, we must turn inward. Practices such as meditation, mindful walking in nature, and quiet reflection help us access the inner realm where our creative power resides.
Just as Grandmother Mole lives beneath the surface, so too does this profound wisdom dwell beneath the clutter of everyday life — waiting patiently for us to uncover it.
Living the Story
Embracing that we create our own reality transforms how we engage with the world. It invites us to take responsibility for our thoughts and actions, to cultivate intention and awareness, and to recognize that every choice matters.
It also invites compassion — for ourselves and others — as we realize that everyone is navigating their own journey of discovery. Just as Creation entrusted us with this secret within, we are called to nurture it with care.
Conclusion
The creation story shared through indigenous wisdom offers a powerful message: the secret to life’s mysteries isn’t out there — on the moon, in the ocean depths, or buried in the earth — but within us. Our ability to shape reality is a gift that is always present, patiently waiting to be embraced.
As we awaken to this inner truth, we step into our power as creators, transforming not only our own lives but the world we share.
