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Monday, July 9, 2012
Saturday, July 7, 2012
While having a conversation with my husband today about the current state of drought we are in, I realized just how much we fight against what is. It is very hard for us Midwesterners to accept that our lawn is not green. We pride ourselves on our green lawns. In fact, there is a game we play called "Who has the greenest lawn". It's just one more way we identify ourselves; make ourselves feel superior.
It is another way that we maintain control over our environment; taking claim and ownership over OUR yard. But wait; is it really OUR yard? Do we really have control over our environment? We think we do, and this is what causes people to freak-out when things do not go the way they had planned. We are living in a very false sense of security; a belief that things will always go the way we want them to. When the tide turns and life goes a different direction; we hold on desperately to what was, what we think it should be. This is a very painful way to go about life; always struggling and swimming against the tide. Sometimes the Universe knows better than us what it is that we need. Instead of expending so much energy holding on to what was, allow the path before you to naturally unfold. There is a whole world of experiences out there, just waiting for us to engage. Life is not supposed to be a neat little box that we have tucked ourselves into. Open yourself up to the joy of change, as it brings with it an opportunity for growth like no other.
The grass knows that it is no longer being nourished, it is not fighting what was. Instead, it is following the natural ebbs and flows of life; lying in wait for the next opportunity for growth.The grass is part of the natural cycle of life.There are quiet times of rest and reflection on what was, and times of growth and expansion, just as is for human beings. We will not force change on our grass, we will allow it to rest as the universe is calling it to do. We will wait for the sky to open and the rain to fall, we will go with the natural flow of life.
It is another way that we maintain control over our environment; taking claim and ownership over OUR yard. But wait; is it really OUR yard? Do we really have control over our environment? We think we do, and this is what causes people to freak-out when things do not go the way they had planned. We are living in a very false sense of security; a belief that things will always go the way we want them to. When the tide turns and life goes a different direction; we hold on desperately to what was, what we think it should be. This is a very painful way to go about life; always struggling and swimming against the tide. Sometimes the Universe knows better than us what it is that we need. Instead of expending so much energy holding on to what was, allow the path before you to naturally unfold. There is a whole world of experiences out there, just waiting for us to engage. Life is not supposed to be a neat little box that we have tucked ourselves into. Open yourself up to the joy of change, as it brings with it an opportunity for growth like no other.
The grass knows that it is no longer being nourished, it is not fighting what was. Instead, it is following the natural ebbs and flows of life; lying in wait for the next opportunity for growth.The grass is part of the natural cycle of life.There are quiet times of rest and reflection on what was, and times of growth and expansion, just as is for human beings. We will not force change on our grass, we will allow it to rest as the universe is calling it to do. We will wait for the sky to open and the rain to fall, we will go with the natural flow of life.
Friday, July 6, 2012
Night
Looking for more peace in your life? Looking for more contentment? Looking to connect with yourself, your spirit? Then look no further than your backyard. Make a date with yourself to sit outside, under the dark star-studded sky. It is truly magnificent. What better way to connect with self, than to connect with the world around you.
The dark of the night envelops you; pulling you into its calm, serenading you with its silence. For the first time all day, I can hear my thoughts. It is so quiet and still, I actually notice my breathing. When was the last time you allowed yourself to sit without guilt, without distractions, and definitely without electronics? Probably been a very long time. We need to do this, it is important for the well being of our human self and our spirit.We have lost our way, as we have lost connection to the most important person in our lives, our self. It is not possible to take care of those around us, or the many things we do in the day, if we do not put ourselves first. It's just as they say on the airplane; "Put your oxygen mask on first, then help the person next to you". Take time to just sit and "be".
The night is the perfect time to center yourself. The kids are in bed, the dishes are put away, and the house is as straightened as it will be. Give yourself the gift of relaxing alone, surrounded by the beauty of the night. You deserve it, you work hard all day. This is your time to breathe and let go of the stresses of life. Renew and refresh your spirit, just as the night is allowing our world to renew and refresh for the day to come.
The dark of the night envelops you; pulling you into its calm, serenading you with its silence. For the first time all day, I can hear my thoughts. It is so quiet and still, I actually notice my breathing. When was the last time you allowed yourself to sit without guilt, without distractions, and definitely without electronics? Probably been a very long time. We need to do this, it is important for the well being of our human self and our spirit.We have lost our way, as we have lost connection to the most important person in our lives, our self. It is not possible to take care of those around us, or the many things we do in the day, if we do not put ourselves first. It's just as they say on the airplane; "Put your oxygen mask on first, then help the person next to you". Take time to just sit and "be".
The night is the perfect time to center yourself. The kids are in bed, the dishes are put away, and the house is as straightened as it will be. Give yourself the gift of relaxing alone, surrounded by the beauty of the night. You deserve it, you work hard all day. This is your time to breathe and let go of the stresses of life. Renew and refresh your spirit, just as the night is allowing our world to renew and refresh for the day to come.
Listen to the soft whispers, gentle nudges, and the quiet guidance from Spirit. Your spirit and the spirits of the Universe are always working in harmony to guide you on your life's purpose. We did not come to Earth to be unhappy, stressed, and unfulfilled. We have allowed ourselves to become this way by permitting outside factors to control our thoughts, feelings, and emotions. We have lost connection to our true selves, causing great unbalance. It is time to take responsibility for the quality of your life. Your spirit is waiting patiently for your willingness to participate in the life you are meant to live; with happiness, purpose, and love. How you choose to spend your time on this Earth is always up to you. Absolutely nothing is set in stone, as you can change directions any time you wish. If you so choose to live your life on Purpose, then listen closely, as spirit speaks softly and guides gently. Have faith in knowing that you are never alone.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Freedom
Happy 4th of July! This is the day we celebrate our Independence as a country, our Freedom as a nation. While we are celebrating our Freedom as a nation; today is a perfect day to celebrate our freedom as individuals. As we are paying homage to our free country, take time to honor your free self as well. We are free to be anyone we wish to be; in the country of America and in ourselves. Our ancestors came to America to live a free life; the life they had dreamed of. They stood up for their rights, for what they believed in. They stood up for the life that belonged to them.
Let's not let our ancestors down, stand up for the life you have dreamed of. You can be anyone you choose in America, thanks to the fight already won. DO NOT let this day go by without acknowledging your power in this world, your power over your own life.The power in your life starts with your thoughts and beliefs. What you think and how you feel, create the life you live. You are now, and have always been, the ONLY one in charge of you. Enjoy this day of Freedom in our Country, and take it with you the rest of the year, as freedom is always yours!
Let's not let our ancestors down, stand up for the life you have dreamed of. You can be anyone you choose in America, thanks to the fight already won. DO NOT let this day go by without acknowledging your power in this world, your power over your own life.The power in your life starts with your thoughts and beliefs. What you think and how you feel, create the life you live. You are now, and have always been, the ONLY one in charge of you. Enjoy this day of Freedom in our Country, and take it with you the rest of the year, as freedom is always yours!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
I really did not realize, until recently, how much of my life has been spent trying to live up to the expectations of others. I always thought that I did what I wanted and did not care what anyone thought. This may have been true of myself when I was younger, but somewhere along the road, I succumb to the pressure of fitting in to the expectations of others. These "others" are not necessarily people I know, they are societal expectations and lessons that I have learned from anyone and everyone who has stepped into my life.There are rules for every part of life; what kind of spouse you should be, what kind of parent you should be, what kind of worker you should be, the list could go on and on. Trying to live up to others expectations takes the joy out of YOUR life, and in place adds stress and pressure.
When we were young children, we did what felt right. We listened to our intuition, not taking into account anyone else's opinion. We have all seen the child at a festival, dancing to good music, in front of strangers. The child is doing what feels right, what feels natural and good. They do not care how they look to other's, they are not thinking about how people will judge them. They are following their natural instincts.
It is up to you to take responsibility for your life. Own it, It belongs to you. Once you start to free yourself from others opinions and judgement's, you free yourself to start living. The ONLY one who knows best how you should live your life, is you. You are the creator of your existence. Revel in the joy of knowing that as a creator, You can paint the scene of life exactly the way you wish it to look.
When we were young children, we did what felt right. We listened to our intuition, not taking into account anyone else's opinion. We have all seen the child at a festival, dancing to good music, in front of strangers. The child is doing what feels right, what feels natural and good. They do not care how they look to other's, they are not thinking about how people will judge them. They are following their natural instincts.
It is up to you to take responsibility for your life. Own it, It belongs to you. Once you start to free yourself from others opinions and judgement's, you free yourself to start living. The ONLY one who knows best how you should live your life, is you. You are the creator of your existence. Revel in the joy of knowing that as a creator, You can paint the scene of life exactly the way you wish it to look.
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