Guru is the vessel in which you can empty yourself safely. Only by emptying yourself in surrender and service to the Guru will you be able to receive. Whenever you are in the presence of the Guru, empty yourself.
The world is an expression of Grace. At the highest point it is called Ananda, and at the lowest point it is called Lasya. In creation, Lasya assumes Lordship, and in dissolution, Ananda assumes Lordship. However at all levels of existence, both are present. This is called Kundalini. In human