The more powerful and original a mind, the more it will incline towards the religion of solitude. ~Aldous Huxley~ Stillness opens the possibility of transformation, creativity and empowered solutions. Busyness is a form of avoidance. When one runs non-stop from the moment they awaken, they block the peace and presence that is found in the […]
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“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” ~Alan Wilson Watts~ There is a flow to life. Observe what opens for you and trust your ability to navigate unfamiliar waters. As consciousness expands the way forward makes itself known. Rather than fighting
\”Looking with a mind that’s awake reveals the shimmering pulse of life. Looking with a mind full of thoughts reveals only your thoughts.\” ~Ezra Bayda~ We are all masters in the process of awakening. Even though we have the same ultimate purpose, our paths to enlightenment are unique. Once you discover what inspires you, find
Kindness and awareness work together. Through awareness we understand the underlying beauty of everything and every being” ~Amit Ray~ Imagine having the ability to walk through the world untroubled, to tend to those in need while holding a higher frequency of love. Compassion sows the seeds of enlightenment and enlightenment brings greater compassion. The amplification
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“There is only one perpetrator of evil on the planet: human unconsciousness. That realization is true forgiveness. With forgiveness, your victim identity dissolves, and your true power emerges–the power of Presence. Instead of blaming the darkness, you bring in the light.” ~Eckhart Tolle~ Allow this moment to be the most transformative of your life. The
Loving-Kindness Meditation (from the book Beyond Happiness by Ezra Bayda) Using conscious breath, draw your attention to the present moment. Think of someone you have positive feelings for and breathe them in to the heart chakra. This activates your innate loving-kindness. As you continue with slow, conscious breaths stay with each line below for a
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“Go deeply into the urge to be silent and not the mental interference of how, where and when. If you follow silence to its source you can be taken by it in a moment.” ~Jean Klein~ This moment contains infinite seeds of possibility. When we remember to pause, breathe, immerse and receive, we draw inward
\”What may look like a small act of courage is courage nevertheless. The important thing is to be willing to take a step forward.\” ~Daisaku Ikeda~ No matter what you wish to accomplish, it can be achieved by taking action in the present moment. Baby steps spark miracles and send energy in motion that sets
\”When you realize nothing is lacking, the whole world belongs to you.\” ~Lao Tzu~ When you bring your awareness fully into the Now, you’ll discover that it is filled with wonder. Seek to embrace the present moment just as it is and you’ll discover that all you require is already here. Hidden within every moment
“The mind can go in a thousand directions, but on this beautiful path, I walk in peace. With each step, the wind blows. With each step, a flower blooms.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh~ The mind will often tell us that life must fall into place before we can relax and enjoy it; however, the opposite is