Natural Wonders | Kkhymn's Corner

Take a Walk

One of the lessons I am learning is the importance of living in the present moment, not focusing on past regrets or worrying and planning too far ahead into the future. Knitting reminds me of that lesson every time I pick up the needles and yarn. You can only focus on one stitch at a time. Thinking too far ahead of yourself can lead to mistakes with the current stitch. Sometimes mistakes made in the previous rows are meant to be fixed, but accepted and part of the grand design.

One of the meditation techniques I am learning about is Grounding Meditation. I have a hard time meditating and calming my mind down enough to focus on one thought or avoid distractions. But, grounding meditations seems to come naturally to me. And, something anyone can do to help relieve stress, relax and rejuvenate their energy levels.

Grounding yourself is a technique where you are focused and aware of your body and its deeply rooted connections to the earth and the vast heavens above. It is a technique where you focus on the present moment, where your body is now, and release negative energy in exchange for positive ones. It is a way to get “centered” with yourself, God and the earth.

Sit Under a Tree

There are numerous ways to ground – the important thing is to find a method that truly works for you. One of these days, I am going to find a great tree to sit under and practice my grounding meditation. I have always loved trees, and it seems natural to practice grounding under a great big tree.

Here are links to articles that provide you instructions on grounding techniques:

I have found some wonderful CDs that have guided grounding meditations, where you listen and follow the instructions spoken to you while relaxing music is playing in the background. I like these meditations because they help me really focus on my body and releasing any pain and frustrations that I may be taking in from my day, or from other people that I have encountered.

The CD titles are below:

So, have you grounded yourself today? If you have forgotten, perhaps your knitting needles will remind you as you knit one stitch at a time.

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