Motivational Whisperers

The world feels a bit scary. Collectively we are filled with fear and anxiety – about losing our homes, jobs, retirement packages, and to some extent our basic freedom. We are concerned about the state of our nation, the war and our sanity. The pharmaceutical companies have never been busier. Could it be because as a nation we have never been more depressed? Each day presents a new struggle we must come to grips with. There is no doubt these are tough times. The time has come to redefine our personal definition of peace, and look for small ways to incorporate it into our everyday lives. Its time to stop looking externally for a sense of security and well being. The time has come to search inside for the state of being that brings things into perspective.

Finding our own inner peace does not mean that the outside turmoil will ceases. Peace does not mean we will live a world without problems, pain, or imbalance. Peace is a state of being. While it sometimes seems impossible, inner peace is possible despite the emotional influences from world events, media, negative people, and our own judgments. We can access this state when we cultivate peace from the core, rather than looking for it externally.

During a time of crisis, our very existence comes into question. Strong emotions can overtake us. Taking time to be alone with our thoughts and feelings is a valuable tool to develop a strong foundation. In a fast-paced life, turning off the outside world is important. Take the time to reflect on your life. Peace of mind is a quality you can acquire by focusing on what is important to you. Give energy to the positive things in your world. Remember, what you focus your thoughts on is what will manifest in your life. Call peace into your life or call chaos into your life, your choice.

• Ask yourself, what does peace mean to me? Is it long stretches of quiet time, or just feeling less stressed? Is it a hike in the woods, a day by the ocean or perhaps time alone to enjoy a book or a movie? What would your daily life look like if it was peaceful? Identify what peace would mean. Include all the little things. Keep a list of peaceful possibilities. Read it each day, add to it as you go along, and put a check mark next to those you achieve.

• Maintain a healthful diet, as well as eliminating time wasters such as idle internet surfing, gossiping, too much TV. It could be as simple as opting for a 10-minute walk at lunchtime. Turn off the TV and read, write in a journal, or take a class like yoga or painting. Find an activity like biking, walking, or a sport that you can participate in with family or friends.

• Things can wait. If you can slow the pace down, you will find that a sense of peace naturally emerges. You begin to discover the rhythm of your body, discovering what you really need. You can eat when hungry, drink when thirsty, and wake when rested. If taking a whole day off causes too much stress, start with a couple of hours. Go for a relaxing walk, visit a soothing locale, or just take the phone off the hook, kick back, and relax.

• Create a journal to share your thoughts of gratitude. Make a note of all that is good: friends, family, significant other, kids, car with enough gas in it, spiritual awareness, etc. Then make note of all your best qualities: I am creative, funny; I make people laugh and make a great cup of coffee. Try to make an entry every day.

Blessings,
Ronnie
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