Are you excited about your own journey?

Life is a journey, not a destination......I am sure you have heard or read this saying before.  I was reminded of it  on Saturday night as I joined  in  satsang. I am always amazed by the profound effect satsang has on me. I look forward to the evening knowing that I am going to be uplifted by focusing on a spiritual practice that has been a lifeline over the years. No matter what has happened during the day, or week, I can count on feeling joyful, contented and energised as I immerse myself in prayer, chanting and meditation.

I try to make time for spiritual activity on a daily basis as I seek to enjoy the journey. Over the years, I must say that  participating in satsang has been a great sustenance. It has helped me to understand how important it is to have a deeper connection with a Higher Power. I am  learning  to look at life from all angles and to appreciate the challenges that come my way as opportunity  for growth.

There are different paths we can follow to make that connection.You choose what resonates within you, what inspires you to be a better person, what offers an exciting perspective to life. Have you found such a path? If so, follow it with all your heart, and open yourself to the Grace that flows.  

May we all find our path to true happiness.

Have a blessed day!

Reena

Begin each day with a grateful heart

It has been a quiet day here at home, I can hear the rustling sound of the wind moving through the trees, the different birds chirping to each other,and in the distance, a vehicle  making its way through the village.I love listening to the  sounds that nature makes interspersed with the occasional music of someone's radio. I feel grateful that I can tune into my senses that allow me to experience my outer world.

I have found that taking a little time to observe and enjoy nature brings much peace into my inner world. The mind becomes quiet, just silently appreciating what is around at that given moment.I think we all have that opportunity to experience this. Sometimes everyday life becomes so hectic that we may forget to appreciate the precious gifts we already have. 

Take some time to be grateful for what you are blessed with .....make a list, and if you feel like it, share what makes you thankful.

Enjoy and be grateful

Reena 

A time of introspection and healing

As the world continues to follow the latest developments about Japan, there has been an outpouring of concern and compassion for what this crisis means not only for the people of Japan but the entire world as well.  I wonder in what ways we can help that would be meaningful. Yes,we can follow all the latest news reports, talk and share with friends, make monetary donations and send relief aid, but is that really enough? Is there anything else that we can do?

We seem to have forgotten that Mother Earth is a  living, breathing, moving  Being that supports our human existence. Now is the time for serious introspection, to reconnect on a different level with the forces of nature to bring about the healing that is needed for ourselves and our world. 

I believe that this traumatic disaster  is a call for awakening -spiritual awakening.This tragedy taking place on the world stage is an invitation to mankind to reflect on the meaning of life. Is there some  greater purpose to human existence? Are we truly happy with the way things are?  Are we willing to make small changes in our lives that can contribute to the welfare of all?

Think about it and perhaps we can inspire each other to become more responsible citizens of our world .

Enjoy your day.

Reena

Bless our world.

News of the Japan disaster continues to be mind boggling: earthquake,tsunami,and the threat of nuclear meltdown...Japan's coastline changed  and the Earth's axis shifted! Who knows what to expect in the days,weeks,months and years ahead? Is this some kind of wake up call for us to examine how we live our lives?

On Saturday morning I got news that a friend's husband had passed away; I paid her a visit on Sunday to offer sympathy and condolences. She seemed to be holding up well and talked  of all the things that had to be done for her husband's funeral.She has the support of her daughters, other members of family and neighbours. 

As  I listened and watched how she tried to be brave, I was reminded of the funerals of my own family members, my mother,  my father and then one of  my sisters. Each one was a different scenario, but what helped me through all of them was knowing that only the body dies and believing  that the Spirit is eternal and forever.

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It's amazing what strength you can draw from the power of Spirit, even when your whole life seems to be crumbling around you. I believe therefore that although the  people of Japan face tremendous challenges ahead in rebuilding their lives and their country, they  will find that inner strength to move forward and be an example to the world. 

Let us join with prayer and meditation groups to send our love, light and healing energy to our world.

Cherish your loved ones and the life you have

I just can't imagine what the people and country of Japan are experiencing right now.My heart goes out to them - to every mother,father,child, pet,plant ....I offer prayers for the departed souls and those who have survived  this monumental disaster.. May they  be blessed with strength to face the challenges that the forces of nature have brought to them. May we lend our support through the power of our collective prayers and  meditation.

It's times like these that jolt you into realizing how fragile human life is and I wonder how prepared I am to leave this physical world.As I mentioned in yesterday's post, managing your emotions is so important , otherwise you can become derailed by them. Yes,I feel sadness about the situation,but recognize also that you have to surrender to a Higher Power.

So give thanks for life and let it be meaningful.


peace,love and light to all

Reena

p.s I have decided that I will write 3 - 4 times for the week on this blog,up until July, then consider how helpful it has been,and if I want to continue.

Can I really do this?

 

 

Thanks for all the emails and encouraging comments about the first post. Having started a blog, I realize that there is much I need to  understand and learn about  settings, design, comments...... so for those  who had trouble posting a comment, it should be easier to do so now. It's a good thing that Renee has much more experience and so can point me in the right direction. 

 

That being said, I also realize that I have taken on a commitment and that's a bit scary! I did not write anything yesterday and kept thinking about it.  The last thing I need right now is any kind of stress. Yet, as I sit now before the computer, I am excited to share a few words, so what does this mean? Is it okay to be scared and excited at the same time?

 

Maybe it is, just like in a movie.....life is an adventure,and any moment can be filled with mixed emotions. The challenge is to not to be carried away by the emotions, but to become the master of them  ......a lesson that I am learning all the time. That's what I want...."to be master of myself,and servant to the world" ...and I want it to be more than just repeating some words,inspired by someone else, I want it to be real for me.

 

So in the same way if I want this blog to continue, I have to commit to writing  regularly,then perhaps, I need to commit to a discipline that will help me to become "master of myself ". ....hmmm, I can see where this is leading. The Universe is very sneaky, eavesdropping on your conversations, and subtly making suggestions.

 

That's a lot to think about.....commitment and discipline....can I really do this?

 

Yes,of course, I can do it!  

 

so look out for another post tomorrow,  who knows where this conversation is going!

have a fantastic day!

Reena

Meet me on the Cyber Bridge

Happy International Women's Day 2011!

Lots of activities all over the world to mark this day, the 100th anniversary of the observance / celebration.You can check here for more info.

I am happy to be writing my very first post on this blog page; I feel that I am participating/contributing in something bigger than myself.

It is almost a year since my daughter first started her blog and I remember how excited I was that she had made such a bold step to share her thoughts, ideas and feelings about her life; I wondered if I could do the same.

So here I am, after much discussion and encouragement,and still with some reservations, opening up myself to cyberspace, feeling like an adventurer, ready to explore uncharted territory of my inner world, believing that whatever unfolds in the writing will be blessed with Grace.

I dedicate this post to all women everywhere who find the courage to live their lives purposefully and I salute those who have gone before us who led by example in their seemingly ordinary everyday lives.

Thanks for taking the time to read, and perhaps, you may want to drop by again soon.

Have a blessed day!

Reena

p.s It's Carnival Tuesday in Trinidad and Tobago, for some, time for revelry and others, time for reflection.