Blissful thoughts

 

A hot bath in an old fashioned claw footed tub.
Hiking in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Smooth dark chocolate.
Aperol Spritz.
Reading poolside, alone.
Solitary Walks.
Knowing I am never alone.
Lavender plants.
Finding seashells on the seashore.
Living on the West Coast again.

The Journey

I am always on my way to something more.

Commitment for the present.

I am committed to the following daily practices:
Exercise. Drink plenty of water. Practice Yoga postures.
Daily Meditation.
Read for 3 hours a day.
Anything Else After.

The Universe is always answering...

The Universe is always answering our calls.
Always.
The only time we may not hear is when we are not paying attention or when we are not in the vicinity of the answers.
Could the U be any more supportive?

Hand writing my way to clarity

Today I'm appreciating the luxury of writing, using a smooth gel pen in my favourite colour and good quality writing paper. These tools are really essential for connecting with my IB. When meditation is not possible, the singular, physical act of writing with a pen is the next best way for me to allow the strengthening of my connection with non-physical.

Metta meditation practice

I’ve resumed the practice of metta meditation which I first learned from Sharon Salzberg  many years ago.

It evokes such a powerful feeling of joy and wellbeing that it’s hard not to want to practice this on a daily basis.

Here is what works for me:

Get into a meditative position and state; sit comfortably and quiet your mind.

Follow your breath for a few minutes.

Focus on your heart area.

Recall an unconditional loving experience you’ve had or imagine one.

Then say these words while you experience the love of Source showering down upon you:

May I be happy.

May I be well.

May I be at peace.

Next, think of someone you love and say:

May you be happy.

May you be well.

May you be at peace.

Next, think of someone you feel neutral about and say:

May you be happy.

May you be well.

May you be at peace.

Next, someone you dislike:

May you be happy.

May you be well.

May you be at peace.

Next those present in your immediate environment.

In your town, city, state, country and finally the world.

Each time you radiate unconditional loving kindness in ever increasing circles until you have encompassed the entire universe. 

Rest in this place for a few moments before arising out of this meditation which should take no longer than fifteen minutes.

Feel Good movie of the week

The Women on the 6th floor is an adorable French movie which was very funny and charming.

I loved how everyone wanted what was best for themselves and they all found it in the end. 

I really loved this film because I didn’t have to suffer along with characters, or get mad or any of the negative emotions movies tend to induce.

I decline to participate in any kind of unpleasant drama -be it real or imaginary, so this was the perfect film choice for me.

How can I make the best use of my time here?

This question came from me during my meditation this morning.

The answer came quickly on the heels of the question - Enjoy every single interaction, be it a thought or a manifestation. If it is unwanted, move on to the next. Do not spend anytime dwelling on things that are not wanted.

I found myself aborting the meditation process, eager to put this bit of insight into practice. It is now eight hours later and so far things are going swimmingly well.

Let’s see how I do with this bit of mind training tomorrow.