December 13, 2016—Day 347 (WD 628)

by | Dec 27, 2016 | Sunrise Pages

Refuge, Dear Creator –

It’s a clear morning, with the sky a deep, rich blue, as the dawn brightens the silhouette of eastern hills.  It’s gorgeous; yet, even though I’ve describe many dawns this year, or maybe because of it, my words don’t seem to be equal to the task.

I look at that glow, and I think what a lovely start it is for what could be a lovely day.  It’s even a treat that I have to maneuver to even be able to see outside, because there’s now a Christmas tree blocking most of the window, and my view.

That’s right – we brought home a Christmas tree last evening.  I did end up going into work yesterday morning, definitely not wanting to be there.  I worked a half day, until the staff on the later shifts came in, and then my boss offered to cut me, which I readily accepted.

So, I did get to spend the afternoon with my wife, and I took a short nap and posted another day’s writing.  Then, we headed out and picked up our tree.

So, it was a pretty good day, in the end.

Then why am I still so out-of-sorts; still so grumpy?

I am tired; this I know.  My spirit feels depleted.  Even as I write that, I think that isn’t quite accurate; isn’t possible – after all, our spirits are always full.  So, there’s something happening where I’m not feeling my full spirit.

I think that is happening because I am too much in my head, and my body is too tired – and those are the things that cause me to close my heart.  When my heart is closed, I can’t feel my full Spirit.

Now, I can’t just force open my heart, I don’t think.  And, I’m pretty certain I wouldn’t want to.

This is the time for self-care – compassion, love, and forgiveness.

 

And, a Prompt for Today:

Something I’ve learned about myself over the course of this year, Dear One, is how weariness, and holding on and attaching to certain thoughts, really sabotage my serenity, and cause me to close my heart.

Self-care and mindfulness are my healing practices – if I do the practice.

Dear One, do you struggle with these same tendencies, or do you have other old habits that challenge and sabotage your serenity?

Recognizing your challenges, knowing the healthy practices to address them, and practicing them regularly, is an act of strength and development.  You honor yourself.

Take care, Dear One.

 

Always caring for ourselves allows us to offer our best, fullest self to others.  An important lesson, Dear Guides!