For this Sunday, March 27th, the focus for our meditation will be on Tempering. My friends who are metal-workers can no doubt explain this process better than I, but Tempering refers to a process in which a material such as metal or glass is strengthened by subjecting it to a precise temperature for a specific period of time. The skill comes in moderating the degree to which a material is hardened so that it remains malleable and doesn't become brittle. Life subjects us to a similar process. Hardships that we experience can often help us to gain strength. As the saying goes, "What doesn't kill us makes us stronger." However, there is a fine line between gaining resilience versus becoming hardened and armored. The purpose of armoring is to keep everything (and sometimes everyone) out. However, this can leave us energetically drained by having to continually maintain the protection the armoring provides. We can also become so used to carrying the armor around us that we forget how to let go of it and allow others access. This week we want to examine what has been the outcome of hardships we have experienced in our life. Have they left us with a flexible strength that makes us resilient, or have they hardened us so we have become brittle and closed off? In our meditation let us ask that those who experience difficulties find a way to use those events to Temper themselves, leaving them stronger and healthier as a result.
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us, connect to the circle of others participating in this project, and create the brilliant star-like light over the nation. Extend blue rays from the center of this light to the nation's four borders and then connect to the grid or matrix that extends from the circle.
Ask yourself how does it feel in my body when I have been Tempered by experience in a way that has increased my resilience? What does it feel like when I know how to be Tempered by being both strong and supple at the same time? Then send the energy and intention of that feeling to the grid for the nation and the world.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Meditation Instructions for Sun., March 20, 2011
For this Sunday, March 20th, the focus for our meditation will be on Mother Earth. I love it when synchronicity occurs. The topic for this week's meditation had once again been chosen when a friend forwarded a message from the Hopi Nation offering prayers for Japan (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-g4Qub4VL6w). In their message the Hopi state the sacred land of the earth is crying and that more balance is needed for things to be restored. They ask people around the world to "walk gently upon our earth with respect for her and all life." What a beautiful sentiment. Ecology is defined as the science of the relationships between organisms and their environment. I tend to think of ecology as having to do with "being green" and reducing pollution, but how often do we instead consider our "relationship" with the earth? Thinking of it in those terms tends to emphasize the "aliveness" of Mother Earth for us to be able to have a relationship with her. This week let us examine the nature of our interaction with Mother Earth. Do we contribute to her by planting trees or gardens, cleaning up pollution, and trying to reduce the extent of our "footprint" and its impact on the earth? In our prayers and meditation let us join with others around the world and ask that balance be restored, that Mother Earth be sent healing energy, and that the living waters that nourish her be purified.
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us, connect to the circle of others participating in this project, and create the brilliant star-like light over the nation. Extend blue rays from the center of this light to the nation's four borders and then connect to the grid or matrix that extends from the circle.
Ask yourself how does it feel in my body when I feel a connection to Mother Earth? What does it feel like when I am aware of the depth of Mother Earth's sustaining energy for all beings who live here? Then send the energy and intention of that feeling to the grid for the nation and the world.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us, connect to the circle of others participating in this project, and create the brilliant star-like light over the nation. Extend blue rays from the center of this light to the nation's four borders and then connect to the grid or matrix that extends from the circle.
Ask yourself how does it feel in my body when I feel a connection to Mother Earth? What does it feel like when I am aware of the depth of Mother Earth's sustaining energy for all beings who live here? Then send the energy and intention of that feeling to the grid for the nation and the world.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Meditation Instructions for Sun., March 13, 2011
For this Sunday, March 13th, the focus for our meditation will be on Preparedness. It is interesting that this topic was selected before the news of the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Those events often bring to the forefront of our thinking our level of Preparedness to similarly survive a natural disaster. In this week's meditation focus, however, we want to view Preparedness from a different perspective. Specifically, we want to examine whether in setting a goal for our life do we then take the necessary steps to help Prepare ourselves to succeed in reaching that objective? If someone suffers from addiction issues this may require them to terminate unhealthy friendships or relationships. If someone wants to succeed in a particular career field it may entail taking particular courses or obtaining work experience that helps Prepare them for that profession. Those nearing retirement usually take steps far in advance to financially ensure they will be Prepared to live comfortably. In each instance, success does not come just from our desire, it comes from taking Preparatory action that anticipates what is needed to best position ourselves to achieve what we are seeking. In our prayer and meditation this week we want to examine what we have set before us as life goals and then ask whether we have taken the necessary steps to truly be Prepared to accomplish those objectives. Is there more we need to do from a Preparedness standpoint to help us move closer to where we want to be in our life? In addition, please ask that this country do what is needed to Prepare us to move forward toward the goals that will help us evolve as a nation.
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us, connect to the circle of others participating in this project, and create the brilliant star-like light over the nation. Extend blue rays from the center of this light to the nation's four borders and then connect to the grid or matrix that extends from the circle.
Ask yourself how does it feel in my body when I have taken the necessary steps to Prepare myself for what I seek to achieve? What does it feel like when I know I am completely Prepared to tackle a task? Then send the energy and intention of that feeling to the grid for the nation.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us, connect to the circle of others participating in this project, and create the brilliant star-like light over the nation. Extend blue rays from the center of this light to the nation's four borders and then connect to the grid or matrix that extends from the circle.
Ask yourself how does it feel in my body when I have taken the necessary steps to Prepare myself for what I seek to achieve? What does it feel like when I know I am completely Prepared to tackle a task? Then send the energy and intention of that feeling to the grid for the nation.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Meditation Instructions for Sun., March 6, 2011
For this Sunday, March 6th, the focus for our meditation will be on Renewal. For many of us weather-wise this has been a long, hard winter. We have had to endure significant, record-breaking snowfalls in many areas and seemingly endless disruptions to our schedules as we have battled the elements to make our way to work or school. While the winter weather may not yet be entirely over there are noticeable signs of Renewal in the green shoots that have begun to peek up from the layers of dead leaves in our flower beds. The first signs of life arising from the cold ground that bring the promise of vibrant colors in the form of daffodils, tulips and other hibernating perennials that will soon emerge and bloom. We want to take notice of this cycle of Renewal that nature undergoes and recognize that we, too, experience a similar rebirth in our bodies and spirit. Perhaps it comes in the eagerness with which we anticipate that first warm-weather outing or the resumption of a favorite outdoor sport. Let us take an example from nature and celebrate the Renewal of our own selves as we transition into the next season and feel our energy flowing with a little more vigor at the promise of what lies ahead.
As a reminder, we typically form as a group in our focused meditation every Sunday from 12:15 to 12:30 pm (Eastern time) and return to bring more energy to the same theme throughout the week as time permits. If you are unable to participate at that particular time there are instructions posted on how to energetically contribute at either an earlier or later time (please see "Instructions for Meditating at Alternate Dates or Times" posted on August 21, 2008). A few minutes before 12:15 you may want to get into your meditation posture and begin the relaxation phase.
Stage 1:
Sit (or lay down) so that you are relaxed and comfortable but your spine is straight and aligned over your pelvis (if seated). Begin by taking several slow, deep breaths. Follow the sensation of the breath down into your body. Breathe into your spine, your hips, and then your legs. Feel the breath reach your feet on the floor and then feel the connection through your feet to the earth's energy. Draw the earth's energy up through your feet into your body. Feel your body fill completely with this energy from your breath and the earth. Invite your own personal spiritual guides to join you in this meditation. Ask for those in the spiritual realm (especially the nation's Founding Fathers) who want to assist us in this effort to be present. If you have trouble feeling centered and fully in your body or feeling grounded to the earth ask Guidance to help you.
Stage 2:
Stay relaxed and begin to make a connection with the others in the group by perceiving that we are present in the same room and formed in a circle. Feel yourself make contact with the person on each side of you in the circle by taking their hand -- one to the right and one to the left. Feel the energy of the group grow as you make this connection. Recognize there are groups all over who are doing similar activities with the same intention. We are connected to them as well as to each other. Feel the grid or network that is created from this energetic connection. We receive energy from it as we feed energy to it.
Stage 3:
Place a brilliant white light over the center of the country. Extend blue rays out from the center of that light in the four directions (north, south, east, and west). The blue rays fill the country from border to border and sea to sea. Connect to the energetic grid or network created across the circle. Use that grid to direct energy to the manitou of the nation (see "Meditation Instructions for Sun., Sept. 7, 2008" for explanation) with the intent of sending the energy of Renewal across the nation.
The way to do this is to perceive in your body how the quality of Renewal feels. Ask yourself how do I feel when I am aware of the Renewal in nature around me each spring? How does it feel in my body when I feel the spirit of Renewal through the growing excitement at the prospect of winter finally coming to an end? Hold that sensation and allow it to intensify as you feed that energy to the grid or network with each breath.
Stage 4:
Close by disconnecting from the group circle. Feel as though you release the hand of the person next to you and feel yourself break from the group.
Stage 5:
Thank your guidance and those in the spiritual realm for coming to assist you in this endeavor. Ask them to continue this work from their plane on your behalf. If you are able, you may want to repeat this process throughout the week, focusing on bringing light and energy to the meditation topic. When you do, connect to the same network or grid of energy created by the group at the original meditation session. Direct your intention to help support and grow that group energy. Be sure to disconnect from the group at the end.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
As a reminder, we typically form as a group in our focused meditation every Sunday from 12:15 to 12:30 pm (Eastern time) and return to bring more energy to the same theme throughout the week as time permits. If you are unable to participate at that particular time there are instructions posted on how to energetically contribute at either an earlier or later time (please see "Instructions for Meditating at Alternate Dates or Times" posted on August 21, 2008). A few minutes before 12:15 you may want to get into your meditation posture and begin the relaxation phase.
Stage 1:
Sit (or lay down) so that you are relaxed and comfortable but your spine is straight and aligned over your pelvis (if seated). Begin by taking several slow, deep breaths. Follow the sensation of the breath down into your body. Breathe into your spine, your hips, and then your legs. Feel the breath reach your feet on the floor and then feel the connection through your feet to the earth's energy. Draw the earth's energy up through your feet into your body. Feel your body fill completely with this energy from your breath and the earth. Invite your own personal spiritual guides to join you in this meditation. Ask for those in the spiritual realm (especially the nation's Founding Fathers) who want to assist us in this effort to be present. If you have trouble feeling centered and fully in your body or feeling grounded to the earth ask Guidance to help you.
Stage 2:
Stay relaxed and begin to make a connection with the others in the group by perceiving that we are present in the same room and formed in a circle. Feel yourself make contact with the person on each side of you in the circle by taking their hand -- one to the right and one to the left. Feel the energy of the group grow as you make this connection. Recognize there are groups all over who are doing similar activities with the same intention. We are connected to them as well as to each other. Feel the grid or network that is created from this energetic connection. We receive energy from it as we feed energy to it.
Stage 3:
Place a brilliant white light over the center of the country. Extend blue rays out from the center of that light in the four directions (north, south, east, and west). The blue rays fill the country from border to border and sea to sea. Connect to the energetic grid or network created across the circle. Use that grid to direct energy to the manitou of the nation (see "Meditation Instructions for Sun., Sept. 7, 2008" for explanation) with the intent of sending the energy of Renewal across the nation.
The way to do this is to perceive in your body how the quality of Renewal feels. Ask yourself how do I feel when I am aware of the Renewal in nature around me each spring? How does it feel in my body when I feel the spirit of Renewal through the growing excitement at the prospect of winter finally coming to an end? Hold that sensation and allow it to intensify as you feed that energy to the grid or network with each breath.
Stage 4:
Close by disconnecting from the group circle. Feel as though you release the hand of the person next to you and feel yourself break from the group.
Stage 5:
Thank your guidance and those in the spiritual realm for coming to assist you in this endeavor. Ask them to continue this work from their plane on your behalf. If you are able, you may want to repeat this process throughout the week, focusing on bringing light and energy to the meditation topic. When you do, connect to the same network or grid of energy created by the group at the original meditation session. Direct your intention to help support and grow that group energy. Be sure to disconnect from the group at the end.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share please let me know via e-mail to k_miritello@bellsouth.net or kmiritello@gmail.com
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