“Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.” Thich Nhat Hahn

Ayurveda, the ancient teachings and practice have brought me back to my self, with the emphasis and support for my health and well being.  I was feeling totally spent, feeling contracted and not my usual trusting in the Universe kind of self.

A necessary transition was needed for the running away, running to, living in past and future, busy mind. At first, I felt a lot of resistance; even my practice did not help me settle. The ego was busy hanging on to the latest identification and story, when all that needed to happen was to let it go.

To let go of past and future mind-wanderings, to arrive in the present moment. It is a vast reservoir of infinite possibilities and peace. I know well it is the only place to be. The treatments for the body began to calm the mind, then there was once again remembrance and recognition of my true self.

It is from this sense of Universal Self, the ‘big picture’, that a shift occurred. I feel alive and living with the wonder and curiosity of a child, the gratitude and surrender of an old soul, the hope and excitement of a new day.  I can rejoice in my being, feeling light and free, in the fullness of Presence. Being in the Here and Now.

I actually noticed myself walking slowly, easily, shoulders back, my heart-leading, and feeling happy and content. There is no sense of there not being enough time. Time to simply be in this moment. 

“Smile, breathe and go slowly.” Thich Nhat  Hahn