I am a person who yearns for personal connection to Spirit. I cannot get enough of it, and often find myself basking in the euphoria of opening myself to god/goddess/source. I do this wherever I go, and find that it keeps me balanced and deeply centered throughout my life. This connections is something that is available to us all, and can take place wherever we are. That being said, it is easier for people to recognize this feeling when they are in a place of beauty, and they are holding the energy of reverence.
I am not a religious person, but I am a highly spiritual one. I do not go to church, and I do not actually care much for public ceremony. Yet I crave the sanctity and solace that such places offer. I love the feeling of sacred that settles onto me, whether I am sitting in a temple, or walking in the forest. Trees, rivers, sea caves, and stone outcroppings remind me of the beauty and creativity, that exist in this world of ours. They remind me that my life, and experiences are no more then a raindrop in the ocean of existence. The woes that I carry and the achievements I celebrate are fleeting…the world will go on without me.
There is a lot of pain in the world right now; people are struggling and unsure. We fear turning on the news, and brace ourselves for the atrocities we will see there. We question our personal security, and push down the panic that rises up, when we think of what the future holds. The pain being felt is not simply a personal thing, created by the obstacles of our lives, it is the accumulation of sorrow, being bounced around the world, like a super sonic, ping-pong ball. As it moves, it picks up debris…the emotions of the masses, and adds that to its bounce every time it lands.
As I have said before, I believe we are going through a Psychic Evolution. Which simply means we, as a species are becoming more aware. We are perceiving with more than our 5 basic senses, and due to this fact, our consciousness is expanding. The trouble is, most of us don’t know what to do with it. We know that we are more sensitive, that we seem to feel the emotions of others, and that a lot of unexplained wyrdness seems to be happening. But we don’t know how to take care of ourselves in this time of transition.
First of all we need to stop being busy for the sake of being busy. We need to stop eating up every moment of our day with things we need to do. When did life become so complicated? When did kids start needing to have activities every day of the week, in order to be happy? And are they actually happy with all those obligations? And what about you? Are you happy? Do you feel more connected and whole?
As I have said earlier, I am not really a religious person. I don’t want someone else telling me how to experience the love of god/goddess/creator, I want to go seek it out myself. But that being said, there is something truly powerful about setting aside time for ones Spiritual practice. The whole “And on the 7th day he rested”, bit holds an important truth. We need to rest, we need to recharge our spirit, and connect to the power of the universe. Spiritual work is not goal oriented. It is not about accomplishment, it’s not about badges, buttons, or more money. It’s about feeling that life is worth living, and that we are part of something beautiful. It fills you from the inside, and helps you stay afloat when the current of life seems overwhelming….which can be often, in a world where people are becoming more sentient.
As someone who’s job is considered Spiritual, it has been important for me to remember that my work is not my spiritual practice. When I am doing Readings for others, speaking to Spirits for others, and teaching workshops on spiritual awareness, I am deeply connected and doing important work. But it does not count as a spiritual experience for me…it is work, my life path. It is important and I highly value it, but it is not enough to sustain my soul. I need to take time for myself to recharge, and connect with the universe. I need to head into the woods, stand in a stone circle, sing in a sea cave, hug a tree, tone in mediation, I need to step into the betwixt and between, where the only moment is now.
When we are hurting from the death of a loved one, stressed from the mountain of bills that are piling up on our desk, worried about a friend struggling from addiction, concerned about the environment and the looming feeling of war, we need to take moments outside of our every day life, where we can rest and reconnect with Spirit, in whatever way works best for us. If you find solace in the pews of your church, love the smell of incense and the embrace of large crowds, gathered as one…then by all means, make a point of getting yourself there. Don’ t make excuses, don’t say your too busy, don’t put it off because it does nothing for your pocket. Make time for it, as feeding your soul is essential to healthy living.
If you are not drawn to organized religion, step out your door into the world of nature. Go to the park if you live urbanely, go to river, the sea, the mountain, your back yard…light a fire, burn some incense, sing as if no one is watching, breathe deep, and get busy letting time slip by. Make it a regular outing, make it a commitment, recognize it’s value in your life. Pay attention to how you feel during the experience and after. How many days did you feel better after? Do you find yourself reminiscing, fantasizing about the peace of the moment?
We cannot change the world by worrying, and we will not change our personal (at least not positively) world by eating up every waking moment with obligations. We need to slow down, and take time to recharge, specially when we are struggling. When our emotions are heavy, and we feel overwhelmed, we need to remember the power of Spirit. I hope you enjoyed the read folks.
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