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Blissful
Awareness
By Jim Blue
Copyright
2007, Jim Blue
www.BlueTranquility.com
 Did you know that the average person has a staggering 60,000 separate thoughts per day?
The Buddhists aptly describe this as "monkey
mind." Like a monkey, our mind jumps from tree to tree (thought to thought), tasting a piece of fruit from each, then
jumping to the next tree (next thought) to taste another juicy treat.
And your brain does this in the blink of an eye.
Is it any wonder so many people find it nearly impossible to quiet their mind and live fully in the present?
Not long ago, while working through a challenging life lesson, I was blessed with the talent to tame my monkey mind.
I was blessed with the gift of blissful awareness.
Awareness wasn't a trait I consciously craved to enhance although my intuitive intent was certainly to regain some semblance of tranquility.
The universe, in it's perfection, delivered exactly what I needed...
blissful awareness.
My gift arrived on a beautiful, slightly breezy, warm and sunny autumn day.
I was walking in the woods chilling out with nature.
But, as usual, my monkey mind was chattering away.
Suddenly the incessant babble was silenced by an unexpected guest...
a magnificent red-tailed hawk perched atop a rickety old fence post about 8 feet away!
The huge, colorful bird was staring directly, almost hypnotically, into my eyes.
As we both stood motionless, I felt an amazing infusion of celestial energy.
Having become soundly grounded the instant the hawk entered my reality, I was filled with, embraced by, and immersed in heavenly golden light.
By then, my eyes were closed but I opened them just in time to watch the hawk gently fly away.
The hawk's work was done. Somehow, I was now different.
I immediately understood the significance of this extraordinary event.
I realized that, like the hawk, all my senses had been fully engaged and alive!
I could see, hear, smell, taste, and feel the natural wonders of woods.
At another level, I was no longer a separate entity.
I had integrated with the ethereal dynamic of the forest.
I was in full vibratory alignment with the gently pulsating subtle energies of the wilds.
Awareness over the top.
The majestic hawk frequently appears during my life transitions and is always symbolic of imminent spiritual growth.
This was no exception. The hawk had shown me how, through blissful awareness, I could instantaneously be in the now.
I was so intensely in the moment during our encounter that I had absolutely no other thoughts.
I was energized to incorporate the teachings of the hawk into my daily life so, over the next few days, I was able to recreated my state of blissful awareness through walking while focusing on fully activating my senses.
I invite you to try this enlightening exercise!
Activating your senses may seem like a daunting task but take it slow, one sense at time.
Each activation brings you closer to blissful awareness.
Depending on how much time you have, I suggest one to five minutes for each sense.
As you begin your casual walk, set your intention: activating your senses and absorbing the beauty of nature at all levels.
Focus on deep rhythmic breathing. You should soon feel more grounded and calm.
Random thoughts may occur but gently acknowledge them and released them to mother earth.
Feel the vibration of the ground on the bottom of your feet and notice how you can even feel it in your legs, torso, neck, and head.
Your sense of smell will be stimulated as you deeply inhale the wonderful aroma of leaves, soil, and decomposing old trees.
Remember to notice even the subtlest aromatic treasures.
Your attention will be drawn to the sounds of the forest and your hearing will intensify.
Hear the chipmunks, squirrels, distant birds, the bubbling stream nearby, and the wind rustling the leaves.
Notice how your field of vision expands as your attention is drawn to the visual splendor of the forest.
Look to the sky and enjoy the fluffy white clouds against the baby blue backdrop.
Feel the warmth of the sun on your face and the breeze blowing against your skin and through your hair.
Stop for a moment, turn into the wind, open your arms wide, close your eyes, and feel it blow across your entire body.
Now lower your arms slightly, palms facing forward, and merge with the vibe of the forest.
Your senses are now fully alive. You are one with nature!
The divine gift of blissful awareness has enabled me to create a vibrational haven of tranquility and balance.
This is the body's natural state of being. My hope is that you will also attain blissful awareness and the serenity you seek as
well.
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Jim Blue, Reiki Master and Musician, composes and performs soothing music for bodywork, energywork, and relaxation.
To learn more about Jim Blue, visit his website: www.BlueTranquility.com
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