Create An Environment of Blessings
In 2009 I want to live optimally.
I want to consciously create an environment, both internal and in the world, that welcomes blessings and reveals the joy that always is. To do that, I must first appreciate the gifts I’ve already received.
One of my life’s greatest gifts is good friends. I spend a fair amount of time with several women whose wisdom, personalities, values and life experiences enrich my own and provide opportunities for me to learn more and live better. One of those wonderful women sent an email that included a paragraph about her practice toward a more blessed life. The following excerpt from that email does two things:
1.- Gives you a glimpse into the amazing creatures that make up my wonderful circle of friends.
2.- Provides you with concrete, easy-to-do activities that create immediate and profound results.
Have a look and see what you think…and then respond or email me with your practices and processes. Share the richness of your lives!
Blessings will come if you cultivate as much stillness as possible. Reducing the noise levels in your life is a good first step. Other things you might want to do: Cut way down on your use of the phone; text-message sparingly; surf the internet 70 percent less than usual; avoid watching TV news altogether. See if you can enjoy some periods each day by sitting down in a quiet place and watch the wide sky roll by.
January 1st, 2009 at 9:24 pm
Yep, you have great friends who give good advice
This is one of the most important things that my husband and I have been talking about when it comes to things that we will be changing in the coming year, combating stress! Our home is overflowing with family right now, so there is no place to just ‘zone’. When I can I get my camera and go out in the backyard and look for some good angles on the plants to shoot. It gives me peace and lowers my blood pressure for sure.
Take care and be well,
Michelle
January 4th, 2009 at 11:20 am
I must agree with the importance of friends. I have sat for long periods of time in the stillness at the lakeside. Nothing helps when you have moved far away from friends and family.
I was caregiver for two dying parents. It was a difficult time.
/grieving daughter, author, in Ontario
January 4th, 2009 at 12:36 pm
Dear Jennifer,
I’m so sorry for you loss and hope that you’ve created a strong, supportive circle of friends. If not, now is the time. What a difference a friend makes.
All Blessings,
Kate