But I only have a moment
The Labyrinth is a symbol of the spiritual journey to the center. It’s the outward sign of the inner pilgrimage. Originally found in ancient Crete, the Labyrinth symbol has appeared in many cultures. From Cornwall England, where the design was etched on a 3500 year old rock carving (the estimated time of Camelot!), to the Hopi Indians. From Cathedrals in Europe to modern day uses by Churches, Hospitals, and Spiritual Centers.
Walking a labyrinth, or tracing the pattern with your fingers brings a deep sense of peace and harmony. Perhaps it is because you must focus on one step at a time, trusting that the journey will always lead to your Center, even when it appears you are traveling in the opposite direction.
There are three stages:
1) Releasing
2) Receiving
3) Returning
So give yourself the gift of ‘a moment’, with the finger Labyrinth. Allow yourself to focus on the here and now and know that it is okay to touch the lines, take a moment for you, the world will be a better place because you did!!!
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But I only have a moment
Last year I read Ekhart Tolle's books and I have to say one thing that really resonated with me was the his constant return to the concept of Now and being “present” as he calls it. He said if you don't know what it means to be present watch a dog, they are always present… they will rest and be calm until they have the opportunity to go out or play at which point they are completely focused on the task at hand, completey joyful in what they are doing… when it ends, they do not contemplate the fact that it is over and act sad in the thought that they “could” be doing something else.
We so often do things in our day, we go through the motions, we exercise because we “should”, we work because we “have to”, we do things to say we did them, but how many times per day do we actually enjoy the moment we are living, simply because, without thinking of past or future? Not often… and yet… we can only be happy when we are in the moment… kind of a strange dichotomy. I have to say I am guilty on all counts… music is my refuge, my labyrynth, but more and more I am learning to take time to focus on the moment and let go of the past and future more often during my day… just watching my amazing dog, who is now almost 11 years old and still plays like a puppy, still looks at me with that look of joy at the possibility that i might just play with her… she is just happy to be… if only we could be as enlightened as our pets… 🙂