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Self Nurturing: Massage

In my opening blog post back in April this year (Taking Care of Spirit, Body, and Mind), I talked about the importance of taking care of ourselves physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally.  Something that I do with as much frequency as my wallet allows is to receive a massage.  Although massage is a very physical mode of therapy, if you find the right massage therapist and if you approach massage with an open heart and mind, then you will also be taking care of yourself on the mental, emotional and spiritual levels.

So let’s take a look at the different . . . → Read More: Self Nurturing: Massage

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Prayer: A Tool Of Spirituality

Over the last few days the theme of prayer has come up in my daily readings and in conversations with friends.  It has made me realize and be grateful for just how much time I spend daily in prayer.  It has also made me wonder why prayer has become such an important part of my daily life.

First and foremost prayer gets me quiet.  It slows me down and forces me to a place of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual rest.  I can get very busy, too busy.  Busyness can become almost a form of escape for me, and that . . . → Read More: Prayer: A Tool Of Spirituality

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Shared Wisdom: Women’s Wisdom

Here are some more pearls of wisdom from women.  They work really well for men too!

“My Declaration of Self Esteem

I am me.  In all the world there is no one else exactly like me.  There are persons who have some parts like me, but no one adds up exactly like me.  Therefore everything that comes out of me is authentically mine because I alone chose it.”    (Virginia Satir)

“I have come to believe in the ‘Sacrament of the Moment’, which presupposes trust in the ultimate goodness of my creator.”     (Ruth Casey)

“When I am all hassled about something, . . . → Read More: Shared Wisdom: Women’s Wisdom