Hello friends,
It has been a long time since I have focused on posting on my blog. I now intend to share my thoughts and experiences again. I hope that they bring some peace, love and light into your consciousness.
Last night, I attended a spiritual healing workshop about releasing negative emotions. We did a guided meditation to release “black balloons” which contained negative emotions. It was very interesting to witness the different shapes and sizes of my balloons and…..
We love our families; but, sometimes, it is challenging to spend time with them. Siblings share so much history and competition for our parents’ attention. And, when years of interaction and hurt feelings are added to the mix, it is a recipe for tension and discontent. While we try to remain neutral, mature and focus on all the positive aspects of our relationships with our siblings, it can be quite difficult. We do not express our true feelings in the name of…..
Sometimes, we realize our time with someone has drawn to a close and we are “meant” to move on. But, letting go is often a struggle, even when you know it is the right thing to do for the good of all involved. It may feel like you have to be dragged, kicking and screaming, into your own future. Remember, the art of letting go is a matter of practice; and it is important to develop this skill. There are…..
The pursuit of perfection poisons a soul and robs the spirit of joy. Struggling to do what we believe we “should” is not a path to peace. We are bombarded with advice on how to manifest our best lives – we should save for retirement; we should refinance our homes; we should floss our teeth; we should take time to exercise and meditate; we should stay in touch with friends and family; and on and on the list grows. These…..
The only way to really control your life is to be responsible for your own choices and your own reactions. Do not allow fear, anger and rage to blind you to reality. These emotions are usually, somehow, directed at ourselves. If we feel we are undeserving, unloved or not good enough, we succumb to suffering. Stop this senseless self-punishment and self-ridicule. We all have a shadow side. Do not condemn this part of your psyche. Instead, acknowledge its presence and…..
Sensitivity must be tempered with strength or it will weaken you from the inside out. Do not allow other people’s views to feed your fears and play on your insecurities. You are not well served whenever you give your power away in this manner. Instead, drama and discontent are drawn into your life. Honor yourself by setting healthy boundaries. Do not allow others to define you. Define yourself. You alone are responsible for how you feel; how your respond; how…..
Face your fears. Look them straight in the eye; confront the concerns and learn what makes them linger. Let go of the need to engage them in a struggle as fighting only makes them stronger. In order to loosen their grip, slowly pry away the fingers of fear clutching your heart. Remember you have grown stronger with your spiritual practice. You no longer need to be scared of these ghosts of despair. They may be a pattern to release; a…..
The word, Spirit, is from the Latin “spiritus,” which means breath. Our spirit is the gift of life, the provider of all things. Without our breath, our bodies cannot function and Spirit passes from our physical form. As we breathe, we infuse life into every cell. Breathe in; breathe out. That is what meditation and yoga is all about. The word, yoga, is Sanskrit for “union.” As we breathe into each pose, we are uniting our mind, body and spirit……
Let us consider what we would like to manifest in our lives. Take a few minutes to consciously plant your seeds of intention. We can then lovingly cultivate them with our practice. As we reach and stretch our minds and bodies past our comfort zone, remember to seek that sweet spot – that place of effort and surrender. Extend to the edge as we further challenge ourselves, while still maintaining a focused ease and strength. Remain mindful to avoid over…..
To continue on a path of opening our heart to self-love, let us remember to not be distracted by an unbalanced need for external approval. We must show ourselves unwavering love and respect. We must learn to appreciate ourselves regardless of what others think. Look to be your own anchor in the wind. If you tie your happiness to the shifting currents of other’s perceptions and goals, you will be blown off course, unable to chart your own happiness. Listen…..