Habits of Consciousness

Posted on January 9, 2007
Filed Under Embrace Your Highest Path and Purpose, Spiritual Development |

I am often asked what we can do to advance spiritually. But our Soul
growth is not connected to what we do, but how we do it! The great
enemy of spiritual growth is unconsciousness. Unconsciously, we merely
react to our environment. But by practicing conscious awareness, we are
able to make the powerful choices that align with our highest good.
Here are five simple habits to cultivate to make 2007 your most
conscious year yet:

1. Breathe.
It seems like such a simple thing, but nothing anchors us into the
present more than a nice, deep breath. A breath can stop a frenzied
thought pattern, and can create calm within a storm of emotion. A
conscious breath gives us an extended moment, a chance to make a choice
or take action from a perspective of peace and centeredness.

2. Set your intentions.
The 30 seconds after you silence your alarm clock is an excellent time
to decide on how you would like your day to unfold. What we do is not
nearly important as the underlying intentions that accompany our
actions. Who are you going to strive to be as you go about your
business today? Is there something you’d like to master today? Is
there a challenge you’d like to overcome? Is there something you’d
like to remember to enjoy?

3. Ask for assistance.
We are given so many spiritual resources, ready to support us and
intercede on our behalf. All we have to do is ask! Don’t just pray on
behalf of others - include yourself in your prayers. You will find that
the act of asking for assistance crystallizes your intentions and brings
a high degree of consciousness to the pursuit of your goals.

4. Send blessings.
Did someone cut you off in traffic? Send them a blessing. Did you see
an unhappy person today? Send them a blessing. Send blessings to
those you love and to those that are challenging you. Bless all your
life circumstances, including the ones you’d like to change. A
blessing acknowledges that all your experiences are an opportunity for
growth and evolution. You’ll be amazed at how powerfully your
blessings can transform your life.

5. Open and receive.
Many of us are so intent on service and giving. Remember, however, that
whenever you receive, someone else has the opportunity to give. Allow
others to bless you with their gifts, just as you bless them with
yours.

I wish you all a year of great spiritual growth!
Blessings,
Andrea