  | | Bird Meditation |
by Madisyn Taylor When the weather gets colder it can be more difficult to get in touch with the marvel of nature as it exists around us. Finding innovative ways to really connect with nature brings us closer to the wonders that envelop our lives. One way to do this is to perform a meditation with our feathered friends, the bird kingdom.
Just by taking a few moments each day to watch the bird activity that goes on in our backyards through our windows can bring a sense of calm and well-being to our lives. Watching and being with the birds that we share our garden space with us allows us to experience greater feelings of relaxation and gratitude for the diversity that is always present around us. Simply watching, without judgment or expectations, heightens our awareness of the beauty of nature. If you watch the birds for a long enough period of time you will begin to feel a great sense of deep joy within you knowing we are all truly divine. Doing this with our family members will in turn introduce a meditative practice that can easily be shared and appreciated by all, as well as create deeper bonds with each other through the joy of experiencing the healing power of nature.
Looking through our windows and placing a feeder and bird bath in our gardens to attract the birds is a way to call forth beauty into our lives. As we consciously connect with our outer world--even when the weather inhibits us from physically being in it--we see that the splendor we view outside of our windows is simply a reflection of what lies within us. |
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 | | Grounding Your Passion | Cancer Horoscope January 4, 2017 You could seem intense when managing or directing others today. This might be because of your desire to put all of yourself into your work. Keeping in mind to temper your intensity so that it doesn't become too aggressive, you may notice that your passion could be a catalyst for positive change in that you can inspire others through your dynamic and influential presence. Perhaps if you are put in a leadership position today, you may want to make certain that you ground yourself so that your passion doesn't overtake you and become overbearing. Rooting your feet into the ground and imagining that you are drawing all of your strength, creativity, and energy from the earth may help you tone down your enthusiasm so that your ideas come across in a strong but open way.
When we are centered we are able to engage others with an eagerness that is grounded and responsive to their needs. When we are excited about something it can be easy for us to use our fervor assertively without listening to other people's needs or even being aware of how carried away we are by our feelings and ideas. The mere act of planting our feet firmly on the ground, however, enables us to stabilize ourselves and channel the yin, or heavier, energy from the earth, making us more steady and constant when communicating our thoughts and wishes. Ground yourself today and your dynamic energy will be well-received by others who will be inspired by your creative ideas. |
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 | | Why We Are Not Shown the Big Picture |
by Madisyn Taylor Sometimes, we may find ourselves wishing we knew what our lives are going to look like or what gifts and challenges are going to be presented to us in the coming months or years. We may want to know if the relationship we're in now will go the distance or if our goals will be realized. Perhaps we feel like we need help making a decision and we want to know which choice will work out best. We may consult psychics, tarot cards, our dreams, and many other sources in the hopes of finding out what the future holds. Usually, at most, we may catch glimpses. And even though we think we would like to know the whole story in all its details, the truth is that we would probably be overwhelmed and exhausted if we knew everything that is going to happen to us.
Just think of your life as you've lived it up to this point. If you are like most of us, you have probably done more and faced more than you could have ever imagined. If someone had told you as a child of all the jobs and relationships you would experience, along with each one's inherent ups and downs, you would have become overwhelmed. With your head full of information about the future, you would have had a very hard time experiencing your life in the present moment, which is where everything actually happens.
In many ways, not knowing what the future has in store brings out in us the qualities we need to grow. For example, it would have been difficult to commit yourself to certain people or projects if you knew they wouldn't ultimately work out. Yet, it was through your commitment to see them through that you experienced the lessons you needed to grow. Looking back on your life, you would likely be hard pressed to say that anything in your past should not have happened. In fact, your most challenging experiences with their inevitable lessons may have ultimately brought you the greatest rewards. Not knowing the future keeps us just where we need to be--fully committed and in the present moment. |
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| | Wisdom in History | Cancer Horoscope January 3, 2017 A need to look backward can compel you to make a thorough examination of your past today. The notion that the answers to the questions plaguing you regarding your current path and the decisions that lie ahead can convince you that this is the proper time to devote yourself wholeheartedly to reflection. You may need to put aside your obligations in order to take this thoughtful journey of the mind that you sense will bring you enlightenment of the self. As you delve into your personal history today, consider the significance of both major and minor life choices. You may discover correlations between the past and the present that allow you to more easily navigate the complexities of your life in general.
The more we understand the impact our choices have had on our lifelong development, the better equipped we are to make life-affirming decisions in the present and future. Wisdom is often a product of intense reflection because it is our past that forms the foundation of what is to come. In hindsight, we can draw conclusions from our actions and values that enable us to hypothesize where our current path will lead. Armed with that knowledge, we can draw parallels between the circumstances we faced in the past and the situations unfolding around us in the immediate present. Thus, we are empowered to take a highly thoughtful and astute approach to living. The conclusions you draw from your introspection today will give you the tools you need to truly make the most of your life's journey. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Nicola Amadora PhD. A call is resounding throughout the world for women to be the leaders we have been waiting for! In a time of great change you are invited to embody the wisdom and power of the feminine and lead courageously from the fire of your love - at home, at work and in the world. Connected with ourselves, humanity and nature we are able to act in life and make a profound difference. The foundation is the same, whether you are guiding a child, a client, a group, a business or an organization. It is you! Yet, so often women leaders experience isolation, nagging self doubt, lack of confidence, are over worked and under paid, and your voice isn't taken serious. Or you may have disconnected from your feelings, intuition and soul to succeed. You might feel plain confused about how to be a women leader in a male dominated business world. Or are you hiding? Many hear the call, but few will heed it. Are you willing to be the answer, to step ! up and grow into an inspiring, empowered, skilled and authentic women leader? Are you self -employed, or are you leading a company, work with a team or family and want to grow your leadership skills? Do you wish to discover how to lead like a woman? Join us here!
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