Wednesday, December 24, 2008

The Sacred


This is a sacred time. Sacred reflects specialness, that which is deeper than is obvious, the spiritual dimension of the physical, that which you value deeply.

This is a time of transition of seasons celebrated throughout history, a time to go within but also often a social time to gather with people and appreciate community, commonality, individuality, the birth of something new, letting go of the past.

What is sacred to you? Can you feel the life that is behind all reality, all objects and beings, the deeper level that animates everything?

Make a list of what is sacred to you. Get quiet enough to feel the sacred energy that is everywhere and see the beauty in each experience.
Stand in front of objects, nature, people and experience the love that is there.

Have a season of worship, appreciation, beauty, depth, presence, silence and spacious awareness of what is.

Herb Pearce
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Gratitude


Gratitude is the cornerstone of spiritual growth. Many teachers say that if you focus on gratitude you will create a permanent state of enlightenment in no time. Many of us have experienced the positive energy shift that happens by focusing on what is working and what we are grateful for.

Each day, moment to moment, think about what is good in your life, who you are grateful for and put your attention on praise, appreciation, gratitude and thanks. Keep refocusing your awareness to that.

Call people and tell them what you appreciate, write notes or cards, keep your mind aware of beauty, support others, and pay attention to what is good. Think about and write gratitude lists (experiences, qualities, events, etc.) as much as you want.

See the value of difficult times with the rich learning that comes from growth. Help others, but not take control of others, in their process, and have compassion, patience and kindness in your actions - with a big pinch of acceptance for your humanness.

Herb Pearce
781 648 3737
herb@herbpearce.com
www.herbpearce.com