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Embracing the Future of Now~
“Let me embrace thee, sour adversity, for wise
men say it is the wisest course.”
-William Shakespeare-
So
many of us are walking our spiritual path alone because we are afraid of who
may find out about our spiritual choices. Maybe we are scared of what we may
uncover or better yet uncovering who we are at the deepest level. Opening up
about our spiritual lifestyle or even embracing it can have a great impact on
our overall ability to move forward towards enlightenment.
We’ve
become so focused on what society believes is acceptable that at times we deny
ourselves the right to explore who we are or try new things because of
self-induced fear. Now is the time to let go of the fear of the unknown and
embrace the future. Think about it… Years ago it was taboo to get massages. The
thought of you going to a stranger, taking your clothes off and allowing them
to massage you was totally unheard of and borderline risqué. Now massage therapy
is mainstream. Nobody whispers or turns their face when mentioning it.
And what about yoga?
Remember when yoga was completely foreign, thought by most as odd or weird? Now
yoga has become an acceptable practice by the masses. The positive effects that
yoga has on the overall health of our body, mind and spirit has been widely
accepted by mainstream audiences all over the world. And let’s not forget about
chiropractors. Though still not accepted by many insurance companies, it is an
art that has slowly, but surely been making its way towards becoming a
“normal”, medical alternative for many people. The name itself is no longer
unrecognizable.
It seems as though the
past is speaking for itself. What once was for hippies and gypsies is now for
hipsters and health conscious individuals. It’s no longer about satisfying the
mind, body or spirit, but learning to integrate them all for a healthier
lifestyle. What’s unfamiliar today will be tomorrow’s next best thing. So don’t
wait until things become acceptable to embrace them. If your soul urges you to
try something new that’s meant to better your life or help you along your
spiritual path, now is the time to head forward with confidence. Put yourself
and your health first. Everyone else will follow. Here’s to a happier, healthier and fearless
you!
