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Oasis Of Peace
Blooming blossoms, whispering wind
Carried me far into the haven of peace
Solitude softly spoke in serene tone,
We welcome weary travelers alone
Divesting dirty robes of dissent
We revel in the glorious sun
You too can embrace this light
Just follow it with smiling delight
The light that enlightens the mind
The light that permeates all around
Adds new dimension to thoughts
Guides us out of those knobby knots
Illumines those innate virtues
When we try to shake them off
In annoyance, in rage, in resentment
Leisurely hours are wistfully spent
Rejoicing in the new found glee
We sat and shared upon His knee
Palpable peace pervaded all around
Into which all dismay drowned.
© Balroop Singh.
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Protected: How Acceptance Can Calm Our Emotions
When We Gather The Courage To Step Out Of Our Comfort Zone…
All people don’t possess that courage, sometimes we are dissuaded by circumstances or some fears that lurk around keep warning us, whispering into our ears…is it that essential…aren’t you comfortable?
Do you know that ‘comfort zone’, though alluring is quite detrimental? It blocks our mind. It restricts our thinking. It encourages procrastination. It impedes our way to success.
Before we convince ourselves to step out, time flies, life passes by and we realize it is too late.
Too much of comfort makes us indolent and we start accepting life as it unfolds. We stop taking the risks. We forget that life is like a stream, not a lake, however beautiful it may seem.
I know a woman who believed in taking life easy. She never had any big goals; she was very fond of socializing and traveling. A fun-filled life motivated her more than her books. She had never taken her school and college assignments seriously, she had such friends who took pleasure in watching movies and organizing parties. She was not interested in balancing her life.
She happened to start her career as an elementary school teacher, just to earn some pocket money and that gave her great satisfaction. She had never thought beyond that but she happened to marry a very ambitious doctor, whose main interest was a successful profession. He tried to motivate her, persuade her and advise her to take her profession seriously. He reminded her that she was highly qualified.
Let’s call her Shimmer. She didn’t pay any attention to all that pep talk, which she had to hear every single day. She wanted to live in her comfort zone. She thought she wouldn’t be able to handle more than what was in her hands. She got a better break in a high school, which was nearer to her home and her daughter too could study there, so Shimmer changed her job, which seemed to be the best one to her, now.
The awakening hit her one-day when during an argument about her job; she was mocked at for being an ordinary teacher. This hurt her deeply because she knew she had never explored her capabilities. She knew she could accomplish whatever she wanted to.
She just had to step out of her comfort zone! That off-the-cuff remark proved to be a defining moment for her career. She took up the challenge to prove her worth.
She applied for the top positions at various schools and got picked up by an upcoming school at the young age of 32. She never looked back. She took a fledging institution to envious heights. People of her age looked up to her for inspiration.
Self-belief can take you to unimaginable pinnacles. We just have to tap the power within us; we just have to gather the courage to step out of that comfort zone, which disempowers us.
Shimmer had never made any endeavor to check her potential. Many people are trapped in such situations. They never feel motivated to go beyond the ordinary to see what lies ahead.
The same carefree person, fond of a lot of leisure and fun has completely changed. Now her comfort zone is her school, her students and all those responsibilities, which she carries out most sincerely.
She happens to be my younger sister!
From an elementary school teacher to the illustrious Principal of a renowned school, the journey was quite smooth because a new challenge inspired her to step out of her comfort zone.
When we step out of our comfort zone:
- We can work on those long forgotten dreams.
- We can find new untrodden paths.
- We can rediscover ourselves.
- We meet new and interesting people.
- We encounter new challenges.
- We learn with every endeavor.
- New avenues of growth unfold before us.
“We cannot expect to grow if we are too afraid or unwilling to change and face challenges. When we exit our everyday, mundane lifestyles to do something different we can experience growth, undiscovered strength, and new abilities within ourselves.” – Ashley Ormon
All we need is a little push but that has to come from within. It is our own inner voice that can nudge us and infuse new verve into us.
Do you lack that valor? Are you dwelling in your comfort zone? What inspires you? I would love to hear your views.
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Spiritual Awakening – Why ‘Spirituality’ Seems A Scary Word?
One of my friends, who must have read my ‘One Year Journey’ advised me: ‘Keep blogging but remain as bubbly as ever. Don’t become spiritual.’
Her observation set me thinking.
Do I sound spiritual? I have never consciously tried to be one!
I may have liked those who believe in spiritualism. I could have even mentioned them as my friends but becoming spiritual is a far-fetched thought.
Do we pick up spiritualism just like a new box of cookies?
While pondering over the comment of my friend, my thoughts veered towards understanding this term and why it seems to be scary to some.
Why shouldn’t I become spiritual? Does it take all those little joys out of our life?
I know spirituality is actually associated with our psychological growth. Isn’t that natural?
I also know that it is an accomplishment as…
- It leads us to emotional maturity and a deeper understanding of self.
- It acquaints us with the darker aspects of our personality.
- We can recognize the emotions that weaken us.
- We develop the ability to embrace pain.
- We learn to bridge the gap between pain and pleasure.
- We cultivate the resilience to face inner demons, which we flee from.
- We become sensitive to disparities around us.
Spiritual awakening:
It dawns very slowly; sometimes it astonishes us with its presence in some unknown crevice of our heart.
When we start discarding negative thoughts, when we begin to understand the feelings and emotions of people around us, when we adapt to changes without any grunts, when we adopt a positive approach to life, when self-healing becomes our goal – we may be gearing towards spiritualism.
Spirituality, as we know today has detached itself from religion and centers around values and humanistic ideas. It concentrates on personal wellbeing and inner peace.
It emphasizes on meditation, mindfulness, tolerance and ethics.
Yes, it matures us; it keeps us grounded but it doesn’t compel us to become another Buddha or his follower.
We can still run into the welcoming arms of rain whenever we feel the urge.
The pleasure of wading into the waves doesn’t lessen.
The glow of moon appears as mesmerizing as ever.
The bubbly aspect of our personality may not hit the surface but it remains intact!
“Spirituality can release blocks, lead you to ideas and make your life artful.” – Julia Cameron.
Are you spiritual?
Many of us don’t realize when spiritual awakening sends vibes of positivity. We may still be in deep slumber. I didn’t know my leanings till my dear friend noticed and coerced me towards introspection.
- Awareness:
When spiritual awakening hits, you feel something is different around you. It may take some time to really understand why you find peace in giving, why you condone the little irks that provoked you earlier and why compassion is inching closer.
- You feel a light within you:
You become your own counselor as you can understand and experience the emotional changes in your heart. You are willing to accept those changes. Often you find yourself talking to yourself and feel a craving to forget and forgive all that has been bothering you.
- You feel detached:
Attachments no longer clasp you; the drift begins slowly and you can comprehend that all relationships are hollow, phony and transient. You find immense solace in detachment. The pleasure of solitude becomes sweeter and more fulfilling.
- You feel connected with Nature:
Your relationship with your surroundings inspire you to breathe deeply, to gaze at the sky and reach that horizon, which shines with the brightest light, you start getting answers to all your questions, you know how to calm human ego. The tranquility of Nature seeps into your spirit.
- You feel in consonance with your emotions:
Distress, annoyance, disappointment and all such discomforting emotions merge into the harmony of thoughts. You feel free, floating like clouds, blending in the unknown blue. Your inner voice becomes stronger; you start listening to it with greater confidence.
Let me remind my dear friend that I am not becoming spiritual but I am not scared of learning more about it. If spirituality brings me closer to peace of mind and eternal happiness, I would like to explore it further. To say it in the words of John Bradshaw, “The spiritual quest is not some added benefit to our life, something you embark on if you have the time and inclination. We are spiritual beings on an earthly journey. Our spirituality makes up our beingness.”
Do you believe we are spiritual beings? Has spiritual awakening ever nudged you? Do you struggle with your emotions? I would love to hear your views.
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Emotional Shadows 