Since my last blog, life has been amazing! I feel like my old self, the me I was before all of the hurdles I cleared in my path. I feel more equipped to fight of any toxic energy that surrounds me, and I am more observant and conscious of the relationships which no longer serve me. My remaining relationships are those which build me up, support me, and allow for me to grow. It is truly an exciting time!
I have to admit that my path to enlightenment began with a commitment to regular meditation in the morning and evening, and it was a challenge for me to commit. After a week of regular meditation, I began to use deep breathing when I became frustrated with the energy vampires around me. The littlest things can flip a switch inside me, the worst moments were when I would hear the constant clicking of a pen over and over again. But the fuel to my fire is ignorant remarks and actions. I turn on a guided meditation by Gabrielle Bernstein, Wayne Dyer, or Deepak Chopra and I sink into the sensation of my own breathing. I can remember one distinct moment in my life when I felt the same peace and overwhelming sense of love consume me...it was when I held my first niece for the very first time. I held her against my chest while she slept and I could feel her breath in and out against my heartbeat. I will always remember my very first moment with her, and I am blessed now to have two nieces in my life to remind me of those special magical moments of love, giggles, and smiles.
Next, I made a commitment to read www.thedailylove.com each morning before my day begins. Of all of the daily blogs, I look forward to reading the wisdom that Mastin Kipp has been led to share each and every day. I feel stronger and empowered by the words which he shares. I am encouraged by the quotes and affirmations. It is truly a blessing to be a part of a wonderful community where all are encouraged to love to the fullest.
I also finished reading "Spirit Junkie," by Gabrielle Bernstein. I was able to focus in on the root issues that had grown in my life, I acknowledged them, and I released them. I felt like The Grinch at the end of "How The Grinch Stole Christmas." My heart grew 3 sizes by the time I finished the book. My kindle has so many highlights, shares, and I have 20 pages of notes with affirmation post-its attached. My experience was full of an insane amount of growth.
My next step was to gradually change from my irregular Ashtanga yoga practice into a regular Kundalini yoga practice. My first official 60 minute session was mind blowing, my mind and body have been filled with an endless amount of energy. It is so hard to explain, it truly is an experience. It is such a rush and I look forward to my Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays!!
My final step (for the time being) is my studies in "A Course In Miracles." Spirit Junkie was an excellent jumping off point for the 365 day course, and the text is so enlightening. I am so excited to see how my life and my mindset changes as I work my way through the course. :)
It truly is amazing how quickly everything can change in life when you choose to be what you want to see in the world, and it is my hope that my family, friends, and those who I come in contact with celebrate how incredible they are and know that they all have amazing potential to share with the world!
As I quoted yesterday, I plan to "Carpe the Hell Out of Diem, " each and every day!!
Now I am off to write my Installation Speech for Buckeye Club POWERtalk...Two days until the ceremony and I am pretty excited for 2013-2014. I have officially earned my Corporate Trainer Certification, and I am in the process of turning in my application for Fellow of ITC. It is going to be such an exciting year!!!!
Sat Nam!
Sarah