For who ? For ourselves. Did we do something, some ritual that affirmed our faith today ? In what ? In ourselves. Our ability to connect with our inner selves. For if we do not, who is this person that is working, loving, talking etc. It’s certainly not you.
It’s an everyday search for me. For that something that can put me in touch with myself. My connection to consciousness. My connection to loving nature.
Of course many people have faith. Which is a wonderful ability. I don’t have blind faith. I am more of a searcher. Questioner. Good, bad ? I don’t know. No value judgements on any faith or the question of faith. Or on myself.
Some people do it with meditation first thing in the morning. I have never been able to do that. I have to connect to something, however small, however little, to loose my sense of individuality. That’s the daily struggle. Against my own exaggarated sense of myself. I am so used to it. I have relied on it for so many years. So tough to let go now. Not that I have never questioned it before. But now, it is really important for me to be truly ‘active’ rather than ‘reactive’, which is what I have done most of my life. And how do I know what that ‘true’ action is ? Unless I am constantly in touch with something larger, more immense, more universal than myself ?
Yes I know. By letting go. By allowing yourself not to be addicted to the result of your action. By allowing chaos to invade your life. Yes, I agree. All of that. I do allow chaos to prevade in my life. I am impeteous (spelling). But then the individual in me fights back hard.
It’s an everyday battle. This battle to let go of one’s addiction to one’s sense of individuality.
Yet, the smallest of things can provoke the sensing of my flowing into something much much larger. Something infinite.
This morning it was my 5 year old daughter waking me up with a loud ‘Peekaboo’ and the tinkling of an early morning laugh.
Sometimes it;s just getting up early enough to watch the first shades of dark blue brush across the sky. Something deeply stirring about that.
Sometimes it’s unexpected gestures of affection that were not sought. Or given so instinctually that you were not aware of them.
Sometimes, it’s writing a poem. But only if the words are coming from somewhere else. As if something is flowing through you, a river of emotion you can physically feel that flows through your being.
But it is always so unexpected. So much that I am constantly aware now. My senses hightened. Waiting for that unexpected moment.
When something deeper will reach out and engulf me, and give my life, and all my actions, however small, a deeper and all encompassing context. On a daily basis.
So say a prayer for me. And for yourself.
Shekhar
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ a u m ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
…for Shekhar
A U M
S h a n t i . . . a u m
A U M
…the healers are all of us…from within
we have the power
power has no colour
power is
love
~Rising Sun~
The ocean does not get “smaller” every time a wave hits the sand. Indeed, the incoming wave demonstrates, and therefore reveals, the ocean’s majesty. Then, by receding into the ocean, it restores the ocean’s glory.
The presence of the wave is evidence of the existence of the ocean. Your presence is evidence of the existence of God.
Neale D. W.
a u m ~ Josh Fabin ~ a u m
~ A u m ~
~ Dalai Lama ~
a u m ~ A r j u n a ~ a u m
new moon
…to the administrator of this site, Aum
So often we humans tend to run about throughout our days stuck inside our minds. We get so consumed with thoughts that have nothing to with our aliveness or with our love for life. Instead we become entrapped in the extra-busy machinery of routine and “head-tripping,” walking through our schedules and tasks in a stupor of asleepness. In doing so, we remain separate from our center and power, forgetful of the exquisite feeling of who we really are, and removed from the beautiful and easeful flow of life. If you are operating in “remote control,” you are no longer allowing your true Self to experience the love that it is in and around you. You do not have to live this way. You can chose differently.
Ken Robinson
~ Debra Penny ~
aum shanti shanti shanti aum
Astrology: Solstice coming
The Winter Solstice is on the horizon, as the Great Medicine Wheel of the Earth turns toward the Northern Gate. Dec. 21 (5:30 Dec. 22 UT) begins a time of turning inward, allowing Creator’s light within to guide us toward the outer awakening of spring. Mercury went retrograde Nov 24 and won’t go direct until Dec. 13. It’s a good time to reflect before taking action. Meanwhile, there will be lunar eclipse Dec. 10 visible from all of Asia and Australia, seen as rising over eastern Europe, and setting over northwest North America. Eclipses, whether visible or not, energetically allow hidden issues to surface so that they may be seen acted upon. Again, this is a great time of reflection — a going inward time.
Aho.
~Jim Pathfinder Ewing
a u m~ D a n M i r o n ~a u m
aum
so much to just those three letters…yet when we become the aum…even the letters dissolves
and we can no longer talk about it
only
be
it
~Whistler B.C.~
~ J o s h A r j u n F a b i a ~
aum~ Edwardo~aum
to the man who crashed into my car yesterday…Aum
~Jamshid~
forgiven…
aum
~ H a p p y B i r t h d a y S h e k h a r~
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Peace
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Aum…
Cinda
Aum Arjunam Aum
aum ~Full moon~ aum
“As the Buddhist teachings tell us, we ought to be more mindful in our lives. Be more mindful of what’s presented on your plate. Eat it with respect, not greed. Eat it with love, not in haste. For the hands who grew it, may not have the chance to do the same.”
~Shekhar Kapur
~ Aum ~ Arjun ~ Aum ~
love and light healing prayers
healing ~ Josh Fabia ~ healing
Aum ~ staff at George Anderson Public School ~ Aum
‘If you can be absolutely comfortable with not knowing who you are, then what’s left is who you are – the Being behind the human, a field of pure potentiality rather than something that is already defined. Give up defining yourself – to yourself and others. You won’t die. You will come to life.’
‘Always say yes to the present moment. Surrender to what is. Say ‘yes’ to life – and see how life suddenly starts working for you rather than against you.’
‘Suffering beings when you mentally label a situation as bad. That causes an emotional contraction. When you let it be, without naming it, enormous power is available to you. The contraction cuts you off from that power, the power of life itself.’
-Eckhart Tolle
Aum ~ Tony ~ Aum
~ presence ~
the Gift
Being
the Spirit
~ Jesus ~
Guidance from Eileen Caddy
Make Room, Make Room for the Very Highest
Cast all the old aside to make room for the new. How can you expect to usher in the new if you insist on holding onto the old. Make room, make room, and have a good spring clean from time to time and see what there is you can cast forth of the old and never be tempted to hold on to anything which is not of the very highest. This needs to be done with thoughts and ideas as well as material possessions. Don’t just throw out the rubbish, but also those things which clutter up the mind and stop it from expanding. Take time to go through your material possessions as well and sift and sort what you have and cast out anything which you do not use. It is right to have all that you need, but again let Me remind you not to hoard. It is far too easy to accumulate and then wonder why you feel burdened and bowed down and can’t move forward and upward.
23 December 2011
One of the co-founders of the Findhorn Community, Eileen Caddy
Aum ~ Angela ~ Aum
~ Aum ~ Pathfinder ~ Krishna ~ Arjun ~ Aum
~ Aum ~ Tony Camilleri ~ Aum ~
Aum ~ L e t t i n g g o ~ Aum
Guidance from Eileen Caddy
Start Right Now Giving Thanks
Keep ever on the alert, never cease to give thanks, so nothing is ever taken for granted. Learn to appreciate everything and voice your appreciation. Those two little words “thank you” mean far more than you imagine. There are so many things during the day to be grateful for, but unless you voice your gratitude, nobody knows how grateful you are. You can never show your appreciation too much. No one ever tires of receiving thanks. When I pour My blessings down upon you, when you see all around you My wonders and beauties in nature, give constant thanks. When you start to do this you never take anything or anyone for granted, but remain ever on your toes, ever alert, ever watchful, ever with your heart filled with love, praise and thanksgiving, and as you give thanks you find real joy and uplift in life. Open your eyes and look around you and see how blessed you are, see how many things you have to be grateful for. It is not something abstract. Start right now giving thanks and never cease to do so.
30 December 2011
One of the co-founders of the Findhorn Community, Eileen Caddy, received guidance
Master Hanh…
http://vimeo.com/6518109
~faith in what is~
Guidance from Eileen Caddy
Constantly Seek Within
Now is the start of the new year. No one knows what this year will bring, but your attitude towards it can make it the most glorious of years. Waste no time listening to predictions for the coming year, simply hold in your consciousness that this will be the most wonderful year possible and help bring it about. Your whole attitude and outlook are so vitally important. Constantly seek within, work from that innermost part of your being which is the same yesterday, today and forever. I AM within each one of you and your conscious awareness of My presence will carry you through all turmoil and confusion.
6 January 2012
1. Live the three R’s…
Respect for self
Respect for others
Responsibility for all your actions
2. The best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other..
3. In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation…
4. Judge your success by what you’ve had to give up in order to get it…
5. A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life…
6. Open your arms to change and don’t let go of your values…
7. Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly…
8. Share your knowledge, it’s a way to achieve immortality…
9. Great Love and great achievements involve great risks…
10. Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer…
11. Don’t let a little dispute injure a great friendship…
12. When you lose, don’t lose the lesson…
13. Spend some time alone every day…
14. Be caring with the earth…
15. Breathe mindfully…
~Dalai Lama and friend
~ ~ ~ A u m ~ ~ ~
Be well…be safe on your journey, Arjun Josh Fabia
A u m
~ y e s ~
Guidance from Eileen Caddy
Love is the basis for all communication
To love one another you must try to understand one another, and to understand you have to be able to communicate. Whether that communication is done in words or in silent action matters not, as long as it is done in Love, your heart is open and the Love flows freely. You have to be very loving and very tolerant towards your fellowman (and women).
13 January 2012
SoHum
Oprah~
Here are 8 common energy drains—and how to fix them:
1. Energy drain: Other people’s expectations
Are you living someone else’s dream for you? You’re putting out energy but starving emotionally. The other person gets all the satisfaction.
Energy move: Declare independence
You bought in; you can set yourself free. No confrontation needed, just “I don’t have to expect that of myself.” Worst-case scenario: Someone who’s not you will be disappointed. You will feel wonderful.
2. Energy drain: Loss of self
As kids, we had to play by the rules; our unique energy got caged.
Energy move: Personalize your life
Ask yourself, If it were up to me, what would I…hang on my wall? Wear to work? Do for fun? Find the pockets of freedom where you can be more yourself.
3. Energy drain: Deprivation
Duties and responsibilities fill your days. You gain weight trying to get emotional energy from food.
Energy move: Add pleasure, beauty, fun
Satisfying experiences, large and small, are the real nourishment you crave. Plan a big treat to look forward to—and a little one every day.
4. Energy drain: Envy
We often don’t feel envy directly—but we might find someone else’s good fortune depressing.
Energy move: Count your blessings
Comparison is a loser’s game. Look at what you have, and actively feel grateful. (P.S. That person you envy—you don’t know how messy her life really is. Chances are you wouldn’t want it if you had it.)
5. Energy drain: Worry
When you worry, you think you’re dealing with things, but you’re just suffering. Worry never comes up with good ideas. It torments and exhausts us.
Energy move: Get going
Action is the cure for worry. Do one thing that brings you a step closer to coping. If it’s the middle of the night, get up and write a to-do list.
6. Energy drain: Unfinished business
Unmade decisions and postponed projects drain you.
Energy move: Do it or dump it
Forget the perfect decision—just trust yourself and make a choice. Put projects in an appointment book. If you can’t find any good time, that’s a signal you don’t want to do it. So don’t.
7. Energy drain: Overcommitment
You’re always saying “yes”—to your boss, mother, kids, friends; to requests, favors, meetings.
Energy move: Say “yes” to yourself
Tell someone else “no” every once in a while, just to feel your own power. You’ll gain a whole new sense of your ability to take care of yourself.
8. Energy drain: Holding on to loss
Fresh loss is an emergency. But old losses you can’t let go of are dead weight.
Energy move: Cry all your tears
Indulge in big-time mourning. Take off from work, stay in bed, and do nothing but cry till you’re dry—and bored. Then go out and embrace life.
Read more: http://www.oprah.com/omagazine/Solving-the-Emotional-Energy-Crisis/2#ixzz1k71NOnEf
Guidance from Eileen Caddy
Accept That All Things Are Possible
Tremendous things are happening at this time. lt matters not that you do not fully understand exactly what is taking place, but it is important that you are willing to accept it in perfect faith and confidence and flow with it all. I want you to know and to understand that these things are happening now, that these energies, this power is being released now, and because of this, dramatic and astounding changes are taking place in individuals as well as in the world. Nothing will ever be the same again. Don’t cling onto anything of the old; enter the new completely free and unfettered, like a new-born babe. Be open and willing to accept new ideas, new ways, to accept that all things are possible, that you can change and can change now, that you can leave all the old behind without any regrets and move forward with real joy and complete abandonment.
20 January 2012
Happy Birthday to Aaravinda…
Dear Aaravinda,
What can a mother say about a son, such as you? I can’t love long enough to express to you how much I Love you and am so grateful for the way you carry your caring and loving and compassion for others… Blessed are those who have crossed your path. Yes, on this day, 12 years ago… another star was born. Always… Mom
Aum
January 20, 2012
Happy Birthday to Aaravinda…
Dear Aaravinda,
What can a mother say about a son, such as you?
I can’t live long enough to express to you how much I Love you
and am so grateful for the way you carry your caring and loving and compassion for others…
Blessed are those who have crossed your path.
Yes, on this day, 12 years ago… another star was born.
Always… Mom
Aum
January 20
2012 marks the 4710th Chinese New Year, and this time it is the year of dragon according to the Chinese zodiac calendar.
The dragon is the 5th sign of the Chinese zodiac and it is regarded as an auspicious symbol which stands for power, good luck, success, and happiness
Gong Xi Fa Ca! That’s the traditional Chinese New Year greeting that means “wishing you prosperity” in Mandarin.
Each year of the Chinese lunar calendar is represented by one of twelve animal symbols of the Chinese zodiac: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Boar. For 2012, it’s the dragon’s turn.
According to Chinese astrology, people born on the year of the dragon are said to be strong, self-assured, eccentric, intellectual, and passionate, among other things.