For this Sunday, November 2nd, the focus for our meditation
will be on Aloneness. I recently was astonished to read about a
study where people who were forced to sit Alone
in a room with nothing to do would rather give themselves electric shocks than go
through the discomfort of complete solitude.
As someone who is very comfortable with being Alone and have never found it a lonely experience I find this an
incredible result. From my perspective
the time we spend by ourselves is an opportunity to know ourselves better. It is through periods of introspection where
we can get more in touch with our inner thoughts and feelings and come to
accept who we are as imperfect human beings.
For some, unfortunately, the notion of recognizing our flaws is too
difficult. Because they remain in denial
as to their true nature they never come to really love and accept
themselves. This sets up a vicious circle
of unrealistic expectations, inevitable disappointment, and subsequent
self-loathing that makes people feel discontent with their lives. The entire cycle can be avoided if we only
learn how to be comfortable with Aloneness
and embrace it as an opportunity for self-awareness and growth. This week in our prayer and meditation time
let us consider how we perceive Aloneness. Let us ask how do those times when we are Alone and separate from others make us
feel? If we find those moments
unbearable let us ask to be shown how to convert them to a chance to bathe
ourselves in self-love. From those
solitary times of introspection may we be shown how to better accept ourselves
and consequently bring a greater sense of comfort to our relationships with
others.
In our efforts this week let us also continue to use the
energy of our prayers and meditation to amplify the light that covers and fills
this nation. As we perform our
meditation this week let us begin by re-energizing the brilliance and power of
the light we create. Just as before,
begin by forming a concentrated ball of light that is so bright it is almost
impossible to look directly at it. Raise
this sphere of light up high over the entire nation and then let its rays
cascade down to create a solid, impenetrable dome of light that completely
covers every inch of our country. From
shore to shore and border to border let the entire continent be filled with this
brilliant, dense light that will serve to magnify the best and highest
qualities of our country and the people who live across its vast lands.
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,
and connect to the circle of others participating in this project.
Ask yourself how do I feel when I am completely Alone but do not feel at all lonely by
the experience? How does it feel in my
body when I realize the moments when I am Alone
give me an opportunity for valuable introspection that lead me to have more compassion
for myself? Then send the energy and
intention of those feelings to 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 kmiritello@gmail.com
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