Wednesday morning, middle of the week. No urgent matters, no pressing plans, no long to-do list. Just a few simple, repetitive business tasks to tackle. Physical discomfort is present but not overwhelming. Coffee is, as usual, WONDERFUL. Meditation sitting scheduled for later in the AM... I must smile. Life is good.
I reflect on Marcus Aurelius: “Nowhere can man find a quieter or more untroubled retreat than in his own soul.” Yes, the entire, expansive universe is within us. I often remind myself of another quote by Rumi: “You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.” So yes, the real peace and happiness of my life lie not in outside forces, but within me.
The simple act of taking a few deep breaths—making the exhale longer than the inhale—can clear my mind and bring my awareness into the NOW. With the intent to bring my retreated soul forward into all my interactions, I can make today a “heaven on earth” day... wish me luck.
Namaste my friends, may you find your peace from within and enjoy your day.
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