Find Serenity
“To be
come mindfully aware of our surroundings is to bring our thinking
back to our present moment reality and the possibility of some
semblance of serenity in the face of circumstances outside our
ability to control.”
Jeff Kober
The last few weeks have
been extremely challenging for people in America. We are constantly
torn by the sounds and images of little children crying for their
mothers. Serenity is hard to come by, as it should be, at times like
this. We cannot turn into zombies who sleepwalk through their days.
But finding some balance in the face of the constant onslaught is
imperative.
Even though outrage is in
order, and action is necessary—again—and we are a people
exhausted from worry and consternation, we cannot give up. So, we
must find balance. Making some time during the day to put ourselves
into a natural setting, even if that's a city park, and simply being
present with focused awareness provides a mini-vacation from all the
craziness. Learning to breathe deeply, and clear one's mind also
helps. And working toward good humor is a essential. Angry, hostile
energy is free floating and it's infecting everyone. These are toxic
emotions, no less poisonous to our body/minds than arsenic. We don't
have to drink the fury kool-aid; we can choose to be passionate at
the same time as balanced. We can say and do what must be said and
done with compassion and good humor.
Here is a quote by the
late inspirational writer, Grenville Kleiser, that speaks to the
benefits of emotional balance: “Good humor is a tonic for mind
and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a
business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human
burdens. It is the direct route to serenity and contentment.”
Sounds good, huh?
Today is a good time to practice breathing, clear away
negative energy, and replace it with mindful presence and good
humor. It doesn't mean we don't care or that we're indifferent to the
misfortunes of others. It simply means that we are recharging our
batteries for the road ahead.
In the Spirit,
Jane
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