It has been a long while since I have written anything that I might, at some point, release for other folks to read. If you do not know me personally, I need to acknowledge that I am very much an introvert by nature.
I have been working on my professional website for the last few hours and figured I might as well jot something down here before I sign off for a break.
So, the easiest topic to write about is my current state of mind/experience....Once I typed the above sentence, the thought occurred to me to check in with my "felt sense" of how I am right now in my embodied self.
I noticed the thought occurred to me that I am safe in this present moment right now. Then I immediately noticed a not-so subtle thought - "what in the world do I have to say about safety? - there is so much that seems possibly not safe these days."
So, I come back to just the present moment - right here, right now. Bella (my dog) and I are tucked away in my office - the ceiling fan is creating a cool breeze, sunlight is shining through the window, my recliner is extremely soft and comfy, the wifi is working properly, we have electricity and clean running water, we have clean clothes, we have clean towels and soap, we have edible food and a refrigerator and freezer. . . . so as I notice these small luxuries - I return to the concept of "safe."
Right now - for this moment- I think that I am not in any noticeable danger. My whole self can be just here. I can notice my feet being held by the extension of the recliner, my seat on the seat, my back against the back of the recliner as well as my head resting on a small pillow. Right now...nothing is actually required of me and as I look around - that is confirmed.
I greatly value transparency - so right now I am noticing my jaw is a bit tense, my shoulders feel a little elevated and tight, my breathing is very shallow. So....I am making the choice to wrap this communication up and enjoy this present moment with breath and without words.
Peace and Light -
Sherri
I have been working on my professional website for the last few hours and figured I might as well jot something down here before I sign off for a break.
So, the easiest topic to write about is my current state of mind/experience....Once I typed the above sentence, the thought occurred to me to check in with my "felt sense" of how I am right now in my embodied self.
I noticed the thought occurred to me that I am safe in this present moment right now. Then I immediately noticed a not-so subtle thought - "what in the world do I have to say about safety? - there is so much that seems possibly not safe these days."
So, I come back to just the present moment - right here, right now. Bella (my dog) and I are tucked away in my office - the ceiling fan is creating a cool breeze, sunlight is shining through the window, my recliner is extremely soft and comfy, the wifi is working properly, we have electricity and clean running water, we have clean clothes, we have clean towels and soap, we have edible food and a refrigerator and freezer. . . . so as I notice these small luxuries - I return to the concept of "safe."
Right now - for this moment- I think that I am not in any noticeable danger. My whole self can be just here. I can notice my feet being held by the extension of the recliner, my seat on the seat, my back against the back of the recliner as well as my head resting on a small pillow. Right now...nothing is actually required of me and as I look around - that is confirmed.
I greatly value transparency - so right now I am noticing my jaw is a bit tense, my shoulders feel a little elevated and tight, my breathing is very shallow. So....I am making the choice to wrap this communication up and enjoy this present moment with breath and without words.
Peace and Light -
Sherri