Today in the Seasons of Change book we are asked to take a luxurious bath and allow the waters of change to wash away those things that are no longer serving us. It is a reminder that taking time to sit, rest, honor, and love who we are is one of the greatest lessons we can glean from this work. The more we love and honor who we are and the gifts we bring to the world the easier it is to notice them in others. It also allows the brain time to restore itself to calm and understand that it is safe. Once I have allowed myself to "calm down," I can once again enter into dialog with others. One keynote to remember here, when I state to myself that all is well it is a reminder that I am safe, I can relax, and I can once again breathe in love.
Day 5: Rain, Take a long luxurious bath, or shower. Repeat the mantra " I am willing to release, and let go. All is well"
I really enjoyed todays reading and the exercise. One of my favorite things in life is being in the water. I love taking a bath, being in the pool, or the ocean surrounded by water. It reminds me that a great deal of my body is composed of water just like nature. When I think about it, it makes a great deal of sense. When I make the statement, that the universe is alive and living within us I mean just that. We are made up of the same cosmic elements that were used to create the universe. Which brings into focus the quote "what effects the one affects the whole. "
As human nature I can become ego based and forget my connection to the whole. I can separate myself from others and in doing so begin to build a false belief that I am better/worse than the person or group I am judging. As one of my dear friends say "you cannot separate wet from the water." Which means we are all one. So many times in life I want to take things personally and get all upset over something that someone has said or done. When in fact it is my ego that has taken this personally and moves into the fight or flight mode. One of the best ways I have found to restore myself to my truth is the exercise from today. To allow the waters of change to wash over me and release anything that does not serve me.
While away on a weekend get a way with my beloved our room had a wonderful soaking tub with jets. I spend a great deal of time soaking in luxury, and allow the waters to wash away all the things that were not in alignment with my highest self. I had such a blissfully great time I asked my beloved to take a picture to honor this process. There is something magical about honoring ourselves by soaking in a luxurious bath which reminds us of our worth, our value, and allows us to release those things that no longer serve us.
What are you willing to release today?
I love you,
Rev Allen
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