THE SERENITY OF THE SOUL

     In September's Monthly Inspiration, we reviewed suggestions for creating a well-balanced pace of life and the healthy benefits we can enjoy as a result. For when we do not pay attention to our daily pace, it's easy to become overwhelmed by outside circumstances or other people's needs and demands.
      One of our spiritual attributes that can be helpful in maintaining harmony and balance is serenity. When the soul has established a sense of serenity then all life is viewed from a foundation of inner peace and we are not swept away by the chaos of every day life. Instead we are able to remain peaceful and calm, allowing the soul to come up with solutions to challenges instead of allowing our subconscious' emotional reaction to overwhelm us.
      There's a quote that says, "Serenity is not freedom from the storm but peace within the storm." Jesus shared this same concept to his Disciples stating that they were in the world, but not of it. The idea expressed here is that we are the soul, a spiritual being, and as the soul, we are always able to rely on a Higher Divine connection for strength and peace and wisdom, even while living in the world. This connection can be established through spiritual meditation where the soul becomes aware of its spiritual union with God, which has never been broken. We, the soul, have simply forgotten who we are and meditation can be used to reawaken this spiritual awareness.
      This self-realization can bring great joy to life. For until our soul remembers its true spiritual identity, we may feel that something has been missing in our life. This spiritual fulfillment is what the soul has been yearning for, and once we have been spiritually reawakened, our lives are never the same. For we begin to express our highest nature by following our spiritual path and we experience a greater sense of purpose and joy than ever before.
      So take some time to reflect on the following ideas on enhancing your own sense of serenity. And join us for our next Meditation Retreat to learn step-by-step techniques and information to bring out your own highest spiritual expression. Whether you're new to meditation or already meditate on a regular basis, you'll find new inspiration to propel you further on your spiritual path. Wishing you the bliss of a life filled with serenity!

SANDY DALIEGE

SERENITY LIES WAITING FOR YOU

     There's a secret place within yourself where trials and turmoil cease to be, where peace and wisdom light up the atmosphere, welcoming all to take refuge.

     Separate yourself from the world illusion. Seek shelter in the center of your being. Step away in consciousness from the limits of the world. Let not emotions blind your vision. Rather, stand back to view life with a clearer perspective. Like The Presence that stands forth to calm the storm, call upon The Presence within, restoring peace to your ocean, establishing harmony once more.

     In all of life's circumstances, you have a choice in your reaction to life. You are not the world and need not be swept away by the chaos in the darkness. Rather, stay separate from it, remembering your inner sanctum, remembering yourself as the soul. We do not have a soul … WE ARE THE SOUL. Separate and distinct from the world around us, united with our inner Divinity. And it is this true spiritual nature that saves us in all circumstances. No matter what's going on around us, we have the ability to go within, to stand as the center as life swirls around us, aware of the chaos that stands at our doorstep, but choosing not to become a part of it. We invite others into our "Eye of the storm", to calm themselves for a time, to gather strength and wisdom for the journey ahead … and, as always with Divine Love, the more we extend to others, the wider our circle of love becomes until the storm is no longer visible, leaving only the rainbow to embrace.

     Seek this shelter that exists as reality. Establish a secret place within. Get in touch with your true spiritual nature. It isn't hard to accomplish. It's simply a matter of letting go. Relax, become centered and let all other thoughts pass. Focus on what's best in yourself and have the courage to let those qualities shine. Make spirituality a priority in your life. Express the Divinity within yourself. Be the best you can be, even with all your faults. Simply be true to yourself, never compromising who you are. Instead, express your highest truth. In this way, we change the world. In this way, we light the path to God's door. In this way, we become a conscious expression of God.

Go within your secret place where nothing can disturb you.
And in that secret place you'll find
Serenity Lies Waiting For You.

SANDY DALIEGE