We spend so much of our time focussing on issues, people and things outside of ourselves, that we often ignore our own needs. Simply giving yourself a little loving attention is a beautiful way to affirm your self-worth.
Often we feel guilty for taking time out for ourselves - a little "me time" to do something that we enjoy just for the sheer pleasure of it. We feel guilty because the pressured life styles we lead demand we should be busy, busy, doing, doing....instead of just being.
Being and doing no-thing is often viewed as being lazy, or wasting time, when in fact the most loving and productive gift we can give ourselves is to simply sit quietly in meditation for a few minutes every day. It doesn't matter how long you spend in this calming silent space, or what time of day you choose to do it, it's your personal time and should be a pleasure, not a chore.
Taking time out to still our minds and allow our physical body to relax and release tension is a wonderfully calming feeling. Afterwards, you will feel re-energised and your thoughts will be clearer.
Often when our minds are busy all the time trying to cope with a hundred things, we find it difficult to make decisions. Stilling the mind and gently placing the chatter in the background may give you the space you need to make the best decision.
Meditation is not something that requires years of practice. To begin a meditation practice all that is required is for you to gently focus on your breath as it moves in and out of your body. Beginning with a few deep breaths to cleanse and rejuvenate your body and mind will help to oxygenate your entire body at cellular level, including your brain.
Oxygenating your body's cells is vital for preventing illness and assists your immune system in fighting dis-ease in the physical body.
Breathing deeply also has a very relaxing effect on your mind and body. If you are feeling anxious, stop and take a few really deep breaths, consciously releasing any tension with each out breath. Doing this while sitting on the beach is really good for you as you breathe in ozone from the ocean.
Making a commitment to take this special time out every day for your own wellbeing is a gift you give yourself and a way of honouring your magnificence as a divine being of light.
Meditation is a gift you give yourself. It will help to bring balance into your daily life. Sitting in meditation is a loving way of acknowledging to yourself and others that you believe you deserve to receive, as well as give.
Honouring yourself includes developing an attitude of unconditional self-love and self-worth and a belief that you absolutely deserve all the good that the Universe wishes to bless you with!
Begin today! Don't wait another day to begin honouring and nurturing your beautiful self. The choices we make today, shape our tomorrows.....
Affirmations for Honouring and Nurturing Yourself
• I AM deserving of love
• I honour and respect my higher self
• I appreciate all that I AM
• I regularly gift myself with the blessing of silence
• I AM good enough
• I AM a divine being of light
Blessings
Linney
Linney Elder is the author of "Infinitely Possible - A Cancer Journey", a freelance researcher and writer, Usui Tibetan Reiki Master Teacher, intuitive healer and perennial student of life. Join her on this magical journey of self-discovery - read more insights and related subjects on her website: http://www.infinitely-possible.com/ This article was originally published on my website. © Copyright 2011 - Linney Elder. All Rights reserved.
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