For your consideration…
Look what showed up: the praying mantis. I love when this happens. When I taught school, the kiddos were always very excited.
What does it mean when they show up and grab our attention?
The praying mantis holds the “power of stillness.” That is what we are reminded of when they draw our attention. When we learn to still our outer mind and go within, we realize our full power. We harness this power through dreams, meditation, or even sitting in stillness and thinking.
Praying mantises are also great hunters due to their ability to be still and patient. They remind us to be patient; don’t count our chickens before they are hatched.
That is the HOPE. And so it is.
Bit by bit, piece by piece, HOPE by HOPE action steps anyone can take…
-Affirm…“I am loved.”
-Remember…You are the keeper of your light. Wherever you go, there can be no darkness.
-Meditate/pray…ask…”What is my next step for my highest good and the highest good of all?”
-Drink lots of water.
-Get outdoors and take in at least 10 deep breaths.
-Be patient. Harness your power of stillness.
What made me smile yesterday…
-A beautiful day.
-Brunch with Janet and then successful shopping. I am ready for fall.
-Barb came to town. I had dinner with her and the family.
-A good book.
-Catching up with Jackie.
Love, Blessings, and Gratitude,
Rev. Chris
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