Meditation Instructions for Sun., Aug. 28, 2011

For this Sunday, August 21st, the focus for our meditation will be on Independence. Whether we like to admit it we are all much more influenced by those around us than we might otherwise believe. Even simple choices such as what to wear each day, or more significant decisions such as where to live or what sort of vehicle to drive, are to some degree influenced by what others will think of us as a result. We all like to be liked, and sometimes this influences our judgment. We can too readily opt out for the easy route so as not to go against the flow. While no one wants to be obstructive or difficult, a balance is needed in coexisting with others while still maintaining our Independence. The absence of some measure of Independence in our thinking is what can lead to the extreme examples of flash mobs and riots. In these instances, one individual or a small minority exerts undue influence over the rest of the group’s decision-making. If each member were better able to remain grounded and centered and check in as to what they thought was the right action to take such events would be less likely to occur. This week in our prayer and meditation let us consider whether there are ways in which we need to be less influenced by others and more Independent in our decision-making. Additionally, let us ask that our nation act in a way that allows us to remain Independent while still being willing to cooperate with others when needed.

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 a sense of Independence in my decision-making? What does it feel like when I am aware I am acting Independently and not under the influence of others? 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.

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