The Gifts of Stillness.
In the midst of these sacred holidays and winter splendor, my wish for you is that you’re able to slow down and feel deeply into the grace that is all around.
In our fast-paced, hurried lives, while this may seem counterintuitive, I know this can prove life-changing in the best of ways.
At the core of all I teach and encourage with my coaching practice is the gifts of stillness.
There is nothing that could be wrapped and presented that would be more valuable. So, my gift to you for these holy times - The Gifts of Stillness:
Stillness brings calm
Stillness is the basis for all meditation practices and for good reason.
Stillness allows the chaos within to settle down and space to be created for calm.
Your heart rate slows, as does your breathing.
Your mind can finally ease into a state of serenity instead of high-alert.
With all the anxiety felt from the outside world, stillness brings the critically needed calm to our inside world - from which all the other gifts of stillness can flow.
Calm, even during life’s storms, is possible. It begins with stillness.
Stillness brings comfort
From a biblical perspective, “Be still and know that I am God” is a promise that still comforts me. In the stillness, we are able to remember that we are not alone. Whether religious, spiritual, or undecided, my experience with clients is one of awe when they can finally allow themselves to settle into stillness. There is an indescribable sense of support sensed when in this ambiance. It can be quite emotional, feeling this invisible solace. I find stillness to provide the vortex back to remembering - remembering the truth that we are not and cannot ever be separate from the Divine.
Stillness brings clarity
With the mind finally calm and our body feeling comforted, the clouds begin to part and your mind can finally find clarity of thought. Having the answers to what is next for you, best for you, is a priceless gift.
Imagine never again feeling the need to repeat the phrase, “I don’t know.”
In stillness, you find the ability to know - to access your own, internal wisdom.
It is this clarity that allows you to finally have confidence and sovereignty over your own choices and disconnect from the habitual programming of what others want for you.
What you desire can finally come forward.
What you’re destined to be, have, do can be spoken and heard. Imagine that.
Stillness brings connection to all
“Somewhere beyond right and wrong, there is a garden. I will meet you there.”
Rumi, one of my favorite Sufi poets, often wrote about the ability to use stillness to discover our sacred connection. In stillness, with calm and clarity activated, our differences dissolve and you finally have access to the sacred space of oneness. You no longer feel the need to separate from others and, instead, you feel the beautiful sameness with everyone. You access the ability to be fully present to others – a massive gift in and of its own. It is from this garden that the most exquisite of life’s experiences bloom.
Stillness allows access to higher-self for good
It goes without saying that encountering these new ways of being changes you - forever - and for good. In stillness, you can finally access your heart energy - the most powerful energy field of the body. Your heart provides insights and wisdom that is significantly more truthful and inspiring than your mind (ego) provides. What no longer serves your highest good becomes easier to see and release. You begin to recognize the programming, behaviors, and belief systems that were passed down from others that do not resonate with you and discover the courage to simply, eagerly let them go.
Sound like something you’d like to experience?
I encourage you to take time during these winter months to go inside and to choose stillness.
Choose stillness and decide to become a better version of you.
I promise you this, it will be a gift that keeps on giving!
May your holidays be truly blessed and soulfully bright!
With great love always!
PS: As a gentle reminder, this calm can be created even in the midst of life’s most challenges circumstances. It simply takes practice and dedication until which time it becomes your normal way of being. If you’d like support and an accountability partner on your journey to becoming your best, reach out HERE. I provide complimentary sessions for all first time clients and genuinely delight in witnessing the lives this work changes for the better. So far, there have been thousands who made the changes and are delighted with their decision. Let that be you. Let it be now.