For many years, I have remained committed, to a daily Sadhana.  “Sadhana”

is a Sanskrit word, meaning “daily spiritual practice”.  Now, I know, life

these days, moves super-fast, and we are all super busy.  Between work,

family, quality time with our partners, our kids, emails and texts, projects

around the house, scheduling appointments, fitting in a Yoga class

(yes..make time for one!! Wink) or workout, grocery shopping, studying,

maybe finding a few hours to catch up with friends, leaves barely any time

left for me, right?!   Whew! We are exhausted.  I get it. 

Which is why, it is even more important, to begin a practice or ritual, just

for you. Where you make the time, to pause, to disconnect from the

outside world, and connect inward.  The best part is, it is yours.  It is

whatever your soul is asking for.  Maybe it is a run on the beach in the

morning, or a morning walk.  Maybe it is a 5-minute meditation by

yourself- even if you must lock yourself in the bathroom!  Maybe it is

saying a prayer.  Maybe it is starting a gratitude journal, or reading from

your favorite book, or spiritual guide.  Maybe it is your Yoga practice, or

your workout.  Maybe it is lighting a candle and sitting in silence.  Maybe it

is staring at the ocean, the sky, the moon, or anything in nature that moves

your spirit.  Maybe it is a enjoying a cup of tea or coffee by yourself in

complete silence. 

It doesn’t matter what it is, it only matters that it is..Every. Single. Day. 

Having this practice, will benefit your wellbeing, in many ways.  You will

increase your energy, yet, find yourself being able to Slow...Down.  Instead

of reacting, or moving from one task to another, with tightly clenched fists,

and shoulders, you will find yourself with the ability to pause.  Breathe.

You will bring an increased sense of awareness into every moment of your

day, allowing yourself to be fully present, where you are, when you are

there.  You will be able to Be Here Now.  

​Things that instantly upset you, will no longer

have that effect. Your nervous system will calm down.  Your immune

system will get a boost, with lower levels of cortisol, which is the stress hormone

that is released when something triggers us into fight or flight that mode.  And

when we realize we truly hold the power, to connect to the Peace found

within, throughout our entire day, all our relationships improve.  We are

simply happier.  We smile more.  We are grateful.  We are compassionate.

 We have Faith.  And we can handle all of life, both the celebrations, the

challenges, and everything in between, ...with fluidity and grace.  Try it.

 Share what your experience is.   And whatever your practice is, may it

nourish you- mind, body and spirit always. Peace and Blessings be with you.