Compassion-ing with "Re-member" excerpts by Steven Rother with the Group, Janice Lynne Lundy

[ayana]

 

"Re-member" by Steven Rother and the Group

If you could see yourself for only a moment as we see you, you would never question yourself. You would never doubt yourselves. You would never ask the question: "Am I worthy?" For you would know that you carry with you the vibration of Michael. And we ask you to carry this and the sword of Michael with you as well, for it will serve you to step into empowerment.

You have brought yourselves to sit in this room, to connect with one another with your big hugs and gentle nudges. We know that it has been a stretch for many. We know the difficulties you have experienced to bring yourself to this point, for many of you have had to experience much turmoil in your life. Many of you chose weights and burdens to carry you through your life, and we tell you it was only possible because of your willingness to carry these weights.

It was only possible because you chose to carry light.

You are here for a reason, and it is we (the GRoup) who are honored to be in this room with you. And we thank you.

Steve Rother and the Group


In a recent message to SOnja, at our Light Grid, I questioned her about having/desiring the energy to get it all done, for self, loved ones, humanity, Gaia, universe and existence.

This morning, I was reminded of the beautiful passage above and discovered the wonderful information below. As we are the light, we wish to see in the world, whatever we ask shall be given. I'm sending you all great heart resonances of Love, Light and prayers that all your grandest wishes, of Light, be true.
And so it is

You are ALL LOVE...and so LOVED Dear Ones

Thank you that You, each, Are

Namaste (the Divine in me...the Divine in you-We Are ONe) ALL

AyAnna


So here's my 2010 holiday wish and gift for you:
"The Gift of Self-Compassion."


Offering by Janice Lynne Lundy:

Dear Lovely Friend,

So much to do to prepare, to present beautiful, meaningful holidays for our loved ones!

Are you feeling stressed and harried? If so, will you stop, make yourself a cup of tea, and spend a few moments with me to catch your breath and REMEMBER?

Remember what, you might ask?

Remember who you are-A calm, clear, wise person...

In the busyness of caring for others we must be sure that we show ourselves as much kindness as we do them. And contrary to popular belief, this is not a selfish thought at all.

It is a self-aware thought, and that is the most powerful kind of thought to have. For self-awareness—knowing what we need to be well, happy, and at ease in our lives—creates health, vibrancy, clearmindedness, openheartedness, and so much more.


I've recorded a special Guided Teaching for you to listen to ...

It's only 8 minutes long.

And there are 2 important "Compassion Practices" within it to
help YOU stay shiny and bright all through the holidays!


Here's the link to listen.
(You may have to copy it into your web browser.)

http://www.awakenedliving.com/podcasts/Compassion.mp3

And here's another timely resource. It's an oh, so practical article:


"Mind/Body Techniques for Minimizing Stress"


May these two resources inspire you to treat yourself with compassion.
May the well-being you desire become a reality as 2010 draws to a close!

Parting Thoughts ...

In the words of Abraham Joshua Heschell,

"Just to be is a blessing. Just to live is holy."

I have learned that it is in our living and being that holiness arrives, not upon the wings of a great wind, but within the gentle breath of life that moves through us. We need do nothing special to call ourselves holy...only take a first step, no matter whether it be sturdy or faltering, toward our truest selves. It is our life's purpose to embrace the totality of who we are—wholeness—pure and simple. For "holiness" and "wholeness" come from the same root word, have the same origin, and to accept one is to gain the other. When we acknowledge our sacred source, we will begin to recognize ourselves as the glorious...we are and embark on the ultimate journey toward feeling holy and whole once again.

©2008 Janice Lynne Lundy, Your Truest Self
http://www.awakened-living.blogspot.com

by Janice Lynne Lundy
Author ~ Retreat Leader ~ Spiritual Director