Serenity Garden

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Comment by Alexa on November 5, 2009 at 11:34am

The Om
We are the jewel in the heart of the Lotus

Comment by Marianne ~E~ on October 12, 2009 at 9:11am

All of nature brings me Peace. Nature never ceases to amaze me. The galaxy, the universe, the smallest seed beginning to bloom, all of nature is a gift. Butterflies flying elsewhere yearly is a thing of beauty. Trees blossoming and then shedding their leave in the fall is a miracle. The animal kingdom is another blessing.
I always stop to smell the roses (as the saying goes).

Marianne (in awe of Nature)

Comment by Alexa on September 22, 2009 at 7:15am

Building a spiritual practice in just 10 minutes a day:

Sounds easy, doesn't it?

Then why do we have so much resistance to doing it?

Make today different. and Just do it.

Take 10 minutes today to just sit and be with yourself. If your "monkey mind" is spinning, let that be ok.

Just sit with yourself somewhere quiet and private for 10 minutes.

And if you have the courage...

do it again tomorrow.

Take your new practice one day at a time.

Give yourself permission to miss a day, or even 2.

And then,

if you dare,

do it again.

It may feel uncomfortable.

So what.

Just sit in your chosen space, with all of your angst and resistance, or with your surprising new feeling of surrender, and sit for 10 minutes. Just breathe, you can even let the mind go wherever it goes.

In 30 days, see if you're experiencing any changes.

It may even become a favorite new part of your day.

Namaste

Comment by Alexa on September 14, 2009 at 7:08am

Comment by StarAngel on August 20, 2009 at 6:25pm

Thankyou for posting those wonderful words, Alexa. I spent a while just sitting, meditating on it, and it felt really good.

Comment by Alexa on August 19, 2009 at 3:50pm

I Believe God Wants You to Know:

On this day of your life, I believe God wants you to know...

...that illness is not a sign of spiritual weakness, but of

spiritual strength.



When we fall ill there are some who will say, "Why

did you create that for yourself?" They might convince

you to see it as a sign of spiritual weakness or failure.

It is not. It is a sign of spiritual strength.



All challenges are a sign a spiritual strength, and of

the readiness of the Soul to move on; to evolve even

further.



Love, Your Friend....
Neal

www.conversationswithgod.com

Comment by Alexa on August 5, 2009 at 7:51am

Just For Today...

I will have a quiet half hour all by myself and relax. During this half hour, sometime, I will try to get a better perspective of my life. Or I may just breathe. Breath in, breath out. Or I may just smile.

But for this half hour, I will relax. I will just be with me.

Comment by Alexa on July 31, 2009 at 7:01am

Mountain Meditation

Throughout history, humankind has stood in awe of mountains. The strength and sturdiness evident in the rocky crags and smooth slopes of peaks around the globe have from time immemorial inspired creativity and kindled courage. Mountains have been venerated by many cultures, which worshipped great summits as gods and sacred beings. In their looming presence, humanity has seen power, steadfastness, and resolve. Yet you needn’t live near a mountain to tap into this vast energy of commanding grandeur. Conversely, since mountains are as unique in form as human beings, your locale may exist under the unwavering gaze of a small mountain without your knowing it. As you practice mountain meditation, the power that lurks in the heart of all mountains will flow into you while their essential beauty reminds you that you, too, are a creature of the earth.

If there are mountains in your area, plan to spend some time enjoying the peaceful embrace of Mother Nature, which can be a potent meditation aid. Likewise, grasping a rock or stone in your hand will enable you to easily tap into earth energy. If you are prevented by circumstance from visiting a mountain, however, begin by visualizing yourself at the base of a towering summit. Holding a rock can be helpful to tune into mountain energy. You may find yourself picturing a steep and majestic snowcapped peak or a lush, tree-covered mass that rises gently from the earth. Sit or imagine yourself sitting at the mountain’s base and spend a few minutes simply coexisting with it. When you feel tranquil, express your intention to commune with your mountain and ask to receive its energy. Project your consciousness onto the mountain’s peak, and look down upon the flatlands over which it stands guard. Send light to the flora and fauna that call the mountain home. You may discover that you ! feel wonderfully immense and unshakable as you delve deeper into the meditation.

Finally, ask the mountain to serve as a guide and give it your sincerest gratitude. If you have literally visited a plateau or summit, pass time with the mountain by camping, hiking, or picnicking upon it. Or, if your journey has been a spiritual one, use your imagination to survey the sights, sounds, and scents of your mountain. As your explorations progress, you will become ever more grounded, growing gradually into your personal power. When you are finished meditating with mountain energy, give thanks to this strong and powerful energy for sharing time with you.
dailyom

Comment by Alexa on June 11, 2009 at 10:10pm

Twelve Principles of Attitudinal Healing

1. The essence of our being is love.

2. Health is inner peace. Healing is letting go of fear.

3. Giving and receiving are the same.

4. We can let go of the past and of the future.

5. Now is the only time there is and each instant is for giving.

6. We can learn to love ourselves and others by forgiving rather than judging.

7. We can become love finders rather than fault finders.

8. We can choose and direct ourselves to be peaceful inside regardless of what is happening outside.

9. We are students and teachers to each other.

10. We can focus on the whole of life rather than the fragments.

11. Since love is eternal, death need not be viewed as fearful.

12. We can always perceive ourselves and others as either extending love or giving a call for help.

Comment by Alexa on March 12, 2009 at 7:04am

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