I am learning that
the work of being grounded
is an ever-present process –
and I am not so good at it.
It is more than simply getting up
and making time for prayer and meditation –
though that is a good start.
To be grounded,
requires moment by moment attention
to what is placed before me –
and then discerning,
with God’s assistance,
which direction to take
in moving forward.
It is constant communion
with divine intelligence and love –
and I admit,
it is not easy for me to remember this.
Oh, I start off well –
I am a great meditator over my morning coffee.
I am dedicated to starting well.
But as the day gets going,
I forget to bring God into it with me –
I get caught up in my own agenda and
the pattern of routine.
I forget I am here for God,
and the usual happens –
the miserable discontent sneaks back in
and my focus ends up being
all about me –
what I can control
and what I cannot.
It is frustratingly stupid and human of me.
For, my soul knows better.
I know that all I need do is
let go and let God.
The more I get out of my own way,
the more peace and freedom
I will have.
We all make it so hard
when it is actually so simple:
learn to listen to the insights
that come your way –
like this one –
and in listening,
open your heart to actually
putting your insights to work in
your day to day life.
It means pausing often and
paying attention – which,
is the hard part for all of us in
our agenda-driven, pre-occupied and busy lifestyle.
But I am not giving up, for
the cost is too high.
I am open to learning more deeply
what unceasing prayer and communion
with God is really like.
My hand and my heart are
open to receive…
So, my current insight?
Get over yourself and
Let God into your whole day,
not just your morning.
Trust that you are not alone
and there is nothing that needs to be
figured out on your own.
Everything everywhere
is already all right.
Relax more and enjoy!
Pause to remember –
and do that often!
Let the truth of God’s assurance and presence
shine through your whole day.
God, indeed, has my back
and freedom and joy are within reach
as constant companions.
That is my current work –
to listen and believe.
Sound familiar?
Copyright© Cynthia Cady Stanton, 2018
Yes, so familiar!
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