Listening

Some life lessons come in the form of gentle whispers, brush you like a feather, reminding you the universe is with you and guides you. It’s the type of message one hears during silence, receptivity, and contemplation.

Then there are those the universe delivers like a catapult, a lightning bolt that literally knocks you off your feet, commanding your attention, demanding you change course.

Our job is to integrate lessons from our life experiences. They make us stronger, wiser, and bolder in the face of adversity. They give opportunity to be steadfast and unshaken by the chaos of life.

When we practice Yoga, or any other authentic spiritual ritual, we are more strongly aligned to the divine, our purpose. We are then better able to walk our path.

When we are distracted (name any “vice” here), we steer off course. As such, life comes at us and we may disconnect from our wisdom to process and react appropriately.

The Cycle

Everything in the universe has a cycle.

Just as the sun and moon rise and set daily, celestial bodies follow a cosmic rhythm;

Just as Winter brings hibernation and death, Spring brings renewal and rebirth;

Just as energy is neither created nor destroyed, all of creation undergoes a transformation.

Birth, growth, death, disintegration.
To be reunited with its Creator.

Born again.

Ancient Saree

Varanasi, India

One of the oldest continuously civilized cities in the world (if not THE oldest)

The Indian Sari

Is THE oldest continuously worn garment in the world
Requires nine (9) yards of fabric to comfortably walk
It’s hygienic in that there is no stitching, therefore it is easier to launder

There’s an old saying “When in Rome do as the Romans Do”.

I wear a sari to embrace Indian culture
I wore a sari because it is more comfortable in the Varanasi heat
Indian women nodded in approval upon seeing a white woman in a Sari

I respect Indian culture. I respect their history. I respect their choice to continuously wear the garment.

The Journey Begins

Thanks for joining my quest to share inspirations I acquired during sacred travels.

At birth we are given our one precious life. Live it fully with gratitude and vigor. May you be inspired to engage on your own journey and share contemplation, reflections, and your true self with all those around you.