Despite more ways to communicate, relationships in the modern world so often become superficial or dysfunctional. The connection becomes about building up one another's ego or a desperate attempt to provide comfort and a balm for each other's wounds.
John O'Donohue, Irish writer and former priest, wrote about the elements of a truly intimate connection with an anam cara or Soul friend. He writes:
"Anam cara was originally someone to whom you confessed revealing the hidden intimacies of your life. With the anam cara, you could share your innermost self, your mind and your heart. This friendship was an act of recognition and belonging. When you had an anam cara, your friendship cut across all convention, morality and category. You were joined in an ancient and eternal way with 'the friend of your soul'."
May you find an anam cara today in yourself or in another. Any relationship can be nurtured to this point. Turn off the television and sit down with your beloved or an old friend. Look at each other in the eye and have a nice chat from the heart.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Thursday, September 1, 2011
3 Simple Ways to Connect With Your Soul
In today's world, we're very focused on our minds and bodies. This is great unless we forget another very important part of ourselves: the Soul. People who live a more Soul-centered life often experience greater happiness and abundance.
Here are 3 ways to connect with your Soul today:
1. Make a list of things that quicken the life in you and fill you with deep emotion that transcends events or mood. These are the things that cause some deep inner part to stir. Some examples may include poetry, dancing, music, laughing with a child, playing with an animal, or connecting with nature. But there's no right or wrong. Make sure you write quickly and without too much thought or censorship.
2. Look at the list and ask your heart, "Which of these do I need most today?" Listen for the answer that comes from a place far beyond logical thought or the world of "shoulds".
3. Now give yourself 10 minutes to engage in your heart's desire. Keep it simple! Don't let the need for it to be done "right" keep you from doing it at all. Reading a poem in a quiet place or spending some time silently under a tree in the yard can be just enough nourishment for the Soul.
If you feel disconnected from your Soul or heart, a shamanic healing can help. Visit spiritsavings.com for a deal and www.creativejourneying.net for more information on shamanic healing.
Here are 3 ways to connect with your Soul today:
1. Make a list of things that quicken the life in you and fill you with deep emotion that transcends events or mood. These are the things that cause some deep inner part to stir. Some examples may include poetry, dancing, music, laughing with a child, playing with an animal, or connecting with nature. But there's no right or wrong. Make sure you write quickly and without too much thought or censorship.
2. Look at the list and ask your heart, "Which of these do I need most today?" Listen for the answer that comes from a place far beyond logical thought or the world of "shoulds".
3. Now give yourself 10 minutes to engage in your heart's desire. Keep it simple! Don't let the need for it to be done "right" keep you from doing it at all. Reading a poem in a quiet place or spending some time silently under a tree in the yard can be just enough nourishment for the Soul.
If you feel disconnected from your Soul or heart, a shamanic healing can help. Visit spiritsavings.com for a deal and www.creativejourneying.net for more information on shamanic healing.
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