As we enter the beautiful holiday season, we are reminded once again of the annual message of peace on earth, goodwill toward
all. What can each of us do to manifest a vision of creating a world that works for all? Especially when it seems that the world is in such turmoil right now, and isn’t working for many on this planet, including people, animals, and the environment.
Looking around at the violence and divisiveness that seems to be running rampant, you can’t help wondering what on earth one person might do in order to help make a world of peace a reality. What can be done to transcend the current climate of discord?
The truth is that peace in the world can only come through peaceful hearts. The work begins within. This vision can only be realized as each one of us stands up and says yes to being peace in action and choosing to be the change we seek in the world. A simple daily practice can help to engender a coherent internal state that starts us on the road to being a peaceful presence.
That simple practice is gratitude.
Spend 5-10 minutes daily in the silence focusing on the breath while activating a feeling of appreciation for someone or something. Let the feeling continue to expand and radiate from within you as it emanates beyond the body. It may be a simple process but don’t underestimate its effectiveness. This practice has been shown to counterbalance the detrimental effects of stress, settle the nervous system, activate the deeper intelligence of the heart and create a coherent energetic field.
A new year is on the horizon beckoning us into a closer walk with the Divine. In 2018, Unity Spiritual Center is putting out the call to every person who has a desire to step into a deeper expression of who they have come here to be. Just imagine if we were on the cusp of a new paradigm of cultural evolution. What is the role of New Thought spirituality in bringing forth an emerging paradigm of cultural, social, and evolutionary change? What do our Unity principles offer in helping to bring it forth? On Saturday, January 13 from 9 a.m. to noon, Rev. Jane will be exploring that question and presenting how we as a community can help to facilitate individual and collective transformational growth.
Blessings, Gary and Jane
