Finding Balance in Changing Times

THE PAST MONTH has created a shockwave of unexpected events, transitions and chaotic moments. When we are overly exposed to all that is going on around us, we can easily get caught up in the drama, fear and uncertainty that these events invoke within us.

I felt this strongly when the news of Farrah Faucet and Michael Jackson's transition hit the news... when an individual is placed on an iconic plateau there is a perception from many vantage points that this person is in some way above human experience, we forget they too are here in the human form to share, learn and experience just as we are.

News and the media can stir up much fear, anxiety and confusion - we can easily loose our spiritual grounding and get lost in the emotions that redirect our knowingness. While the loss of an individual presence is a loss strongly felt by the lack of presence, we also must remember that we are all souls, here in this brief moment in time to share, learn and experience.

When we get caught up in the chaos and confusion, our energy can feel depleted, depressed or we may feel that we aren't feeling "connected". In these moments its important to acknowledge what you feel, honor your feeling of loss, confusion, sadness - whatever emotion is calling you in the moment, be aware of its presence, it is there to serve you in the awareness of contrast.

However, after you have come to this acknowledgement, it is time to let go. Holding onto energy or emotions that do not offer comfort or pleasure are not necessary to carry around with you. The beauty of contrast is that if gives you awareness to what makes you feel good and what does not bring you joy.

As you explore ways to create your inner peace once more, gain your grounding and balance; remember tools you have used in the past. Meditation is a simple and wonderful way to get re-connected to your higher self and invoke the process of inner peace. Meditation does not have to be a sit still in silence experience. I have found my most profound meditations to be when I am walking outside, connecting to the earth, nature and the music of the breeze. My mind is quiet and calm, my feet are connected to Mother Earth and the sun creates a wonderful blanket of warmth.

As you get grounded, your mood is lifted and life's events are less emotionally powerful. There will always be moments, events or shifts that will impact our lives; this is an element of contrast. Use a journal to document your changes, challenges and growth. A journal is a wonderful record of life's experiences through your journey.

Additionally, make sure you give yourself the honor of you; take time for you. During times of job cut-backs, layoffs and feeling as if there is less and less, there is always plenty of you to give to you. Some pleasures may not be as financially available to you, but you can always find simple pleasures and experiences. Get creative and explore aspects of your passions and pleasures, find joy in each moment, no matter how big or small.

As we enter the next month of summer, we in the United States will celebrate our country's birthday - a wonderful time to celebrate and acknowledge all the simple pleasures of family, friends and warm sunshine!

Enjoy and Be ~

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© Rev. Dr. Sherri M. Barclift, 2009

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rev. Dr. Sherri M. Barclift isan ordained interfaith minister with the Alliance of Divine Love (Chapel 1547), a Doctor of Divinity, Spiritual Counselor, Intuitive, Healer and Teacher.

Rev. Sherri is internationally known for her work and has been featured on The Learning Channel, as well being published in PlanetLightworker, WomenOf.com, Natural Awakenings - Tampa and Asheville - and has held classes and workshops on various spiritual themes in both Florida and North Carolina.

If you would like to submit a question for Just Ask... or if you would like to contact Rev. Sherri, you can visit her website: www.RevSherriBarclift.com, reach her via email at Rev.Sherri@yahoo.com or by phone at 828-280-5635.