Twenty years ago this September I was attuned to Reiki. Yesterday I remembered the first rush of
healing grace flowing through me. With
that surge of energy began a journey of adventure, excitement, and
challenge. Earlier this week before I
introduced another to Reiki, I reflected upon the Reiki Principles.
Just for today, I will not be angry: maintaining a place of calm amid all the
pokes can be difficult. In the moment I
remind myself to focus on my breath as I still my fingers and tongue. My awareness is on my breath, my body, my
whole being. When I practice
nonattachment, the anger dissipates.
Just for today, I will not worry: in the moment, I draw my
attention to my body, mind, spirit, and heart.
Listening to my internal monologue, I become aware to what is driving my
reactions and responses. My body
provides clues to my emotional and mental states. Through the breath, I gain awareness and have
opportunities to let go of the angst.
Just for today, I will be grateful: during intentional and
spontaneous times throughout the day, I name my blessings, gifts, and
joys. Perhaps I set aside time midday
and before I rest at night to remember my blessings. When a kindness occurs throughout the day, I
stop and spontaneously give thanks.
Just for today, I will do my work honestly: more than the work
that pays the bills, this is asking me to live a life filled with
integrity. So perhaps I am being asked
to be a compassionate presence or provide a listening ear. That is part of my life work. And, I am present my best authentic self
throughout my day.
Just for today, I will be kind to all living things: from the
creepiest of insects to the bestest of friends, each being I meet deserves my
undivided attention, compassion, and unconditional love. Each moment of every day becomes an opportunity
to practice kindness and to rest in the calm that results.
There is nothing magical or mystical about following these
five principles. While our lives may not
radically shift for the better, what does occur is that our lives are filled
with more grace, more healing, and a calmer state of mind.
Wishing you a life filled with the five principles,
Namaste
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