A lot has been written about the fact that many people are not living authentic lives. The chatter in our minds and the negative patterns we have learned do not enhance out ability to move from fear to love. What does seem to be missing in the readings out there are some practical ways one can enhance this awareness and start to make the changes that lead us out of the darkness and into the light.
One very simple way to start is to set about 30 minutes each day to sit quietly and breath. The start of the day is the best time for this as it sets the tone for how the rest of your day will go. For me, that means setting the alarm at 5:30 am instead of 6. Some people say that when you sit and talk it is calling praying and when you sit and listen it is called meditating. It doesn't really matter what you call it, just do it! It can be difficult at first to try and quiet the mind when you are not used to sitting in silence, but you can always just come back to your breath.There is no right or wrong way to find the silence- just your way. This is your time. Time to decide how you want your day to go. Time to ask for help for a problem you are having. Time to set your intention for the day. And then time to sit and listen- listen to your heart, to your inner voice. So often, our inner voice tries to speak to us, but we don't listen. There is too much noise in our world and we have forgotten that we have the answers we are looking for. Silence allows you to come back to your truth.
Imagine if everyone on the planet took 30 minutes at the start of their day to set an intention to approach their day with understanding and compassion, not only for others, but for themselves. What a different world it would be!
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