The exceptional times we are living through, for all the difficulties they present, provide us with a wonderful opportunity. This is our chance to pause, connect, and finally find what we have been searching for. It is a moment for cleansing, letting go of the past and healing.
In normal circumstances we tend to be preoccupied with our daily lives, sometimes even making excuses to be busy and “out there”. We do not find either a moment or a way to stay still, embark on profound reflection, and explore our inner reality. Over time, we become depleted and drained of energy, like batteries that run down.
Now, with large parts of the world at a pause, we have an opportunity to change this.
Meditating in the early hours of the morning, I start the day in deep conversation with myself and with the Divine. Sitting quietly, totally open and receptive, I observe my inner world and discover the beauty of who and what I really am.
Old habits and weaknesses may appear as stray thoughts come up, and I let them pass.
This is a time for exploring the depth of my being, for connecting with the Divine and being embraced by His love. The experience of deep meditation is a sweet relationship of trust in which I am able to open my heart completely to the Divine and His love.
I awaken to a higher level of myself as a spiritual being, seeing myself as pure spiritual energy rather than as a body with a material identity: This is what I am, what I have always been and what I will be forever. I become free, whole and light.
In essence, meditation is being awake and connected to the self, to meaning and to God. It recharges us with an energy that shines through everything we create.
And it transforms our relationships with other people. Where once we searched for love, acceptance and friendship from others, now we enjoy a feeling of being safe, secure and filled with peace. The neediness of the past fades away and we offer a higher energy in these relationships.
Our thinking becomes more open, receptive and positive. This is a big jump of consciousness, and we need to carry tools of power, discernment, tolerance and adaptation to put it into practice. But there is always the possibility of reconnecting with the Divine to increase our capacity.
Regularly taking time out of daily activities allows me to reconnect for a few moments. As I return to my inner sanctuary, I tap into the original, pure energy that gives me so much power.
And before signing off at the end of the day, a final meditation allows me to check my spiritual pulse and bring the mind to rest by putting aside any worries or preoccupations.
By making God part of my life in this way, and sharing my heart with Him, I prepare for whatever may come.
Moira Lowe is director of the Brahma Kumaris’ services in Argentina.