The Creatures Of Your Soul

The Creatures Of Your Soul – Steve Tallamy’s Monthly Article

Think of the creatures of the woodlands and forests as your soul; they are pure, shy creatures that only reveal themselves when they feel safe and in harmony with your physical presence. Crash your way through the undergrowth and you will see and hear nothing of nature and her companions, but sit quietly still and wait patiently for a while and you will gradually be able to sense their presence. Wait a little longer and you will tune into your environment and begin to hear their movements and songs until eventually they will show themselves to you with no fear of harm.

As with nature as with the soul; crash your way through life, taking no time to connect with your inner self and you will feel nothing but pain as your soul hides in the shadows not knowing who you or your intentions are. The only way to get in touch with and be able to understand your emotions is to find a stillness of the mind, sit quietly still and patiently for a while and you will gradually be able to sense the presence of your soul.

There are many theories on how to get in touch with your inner self, to discover who you are and to bring your mind, body and soul into harmonious balance; but as with various religious beliefs they all boil down to simplicity, finding a place away from everyday life, to be still for as long as you can manage and drift inside of yourself. I do this through nature, others may find music or simple silence does the trick and I am not here to tell you the best method, only you can find that out for yourself. All I can do is to share my own experiences of nature with you so that you can explore that route if you wish, and that is what I hopefully do here thanks to Debra.

I think I have become closer to nature and in turn to my inner being as I have grown older; I used to go for long walks in the countryside which looking back at now were more like an army route march and to quote and old saying, ‘I saw but did not see.’ But nowadays I take leisurely strolls, often not even getting to my predetermined destination; I stop, look, listen, touch and smell the things around me so often that I find myself no more than a mile or two on my journey after a couple of hours, but I have experienced so much more than if I had marched ten or twelve.

Make time in your life to sit and sense everything about you, really listen to a bird singing, really listen to the breeze through the trees, really smell, feel and taste those herbs you use every day to cook with and gradually you and your soul will greet each other in harmony.

Steve Tallamy

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Courageously Give Your Soul Wings Permission To Fly!

Do you want to spread your courage wings and fly? By wings I mean taking control of your life, being the pilot of your destiny.  Do you sometimes feel a bit stifled, like your wings are tied to your side?  Are you are flapping wildly, not able to gain enough momentum to get off the ground.  The good news is you are not alone, we all feel that way from time to time.  Your soul has the capability to fly endlessly and loves to assist you with patience and love, so courageously give your soul wings permission to fly.  Learn to listen to that still small voice inside.  Let it speak to you, help you expand your wings and prepare you for flight.  Listen closely in peace from your heart center.  Follow the instructions, even if they don’t make sense to you at the moment.  Your heart knows what is perfect for you, and will not lead you in the wrong direction when you come from a place of love.

I talk to people all over the world.  Many have found their wings and fly beautifully, others are ready to take flight, pensive, yet eager, and some are simply too afraid to even think about it.  Are you ready to fly, yet there is something that holds you back?  Ask yourself some questions.

- What am I afraid of and why?

- Do I play the victim?

- Is this a mental, physical or spiritual issue?

- Am I surrounded by positive people, mentors or living examples who have accomplished what I want to do, be and have?

- Am I self sabotaging by my thoughts, feelings and actions?

- What is my passion and am I living it, regardless of what other people want me to do?

- Do I catch myself when being negative and replace those thoughts and feelings with something positive?

- Do I forgive myself and others?

- How do I deny myself?

- Am I living out old worn out patterns of behavior that do not serve me anymore?

- How can I learn to love myself unconditionally one day at a time?

- Am I kind and loving to myself and others. Do I smile and share hugs?

- How can I  become a living example of inspiration and encouragement to myself and those I love?

- What are my priorities in life and am I placing them first without distractions?

- How can I experience more love and joy allowing my wings to fly anywhere I want them to take me?

Dig deep.  In your quiet moments, by talking and listening to your heart, answers will be revealed.   Support others who are learning to fly and they in turn will support you.  Have a joyful and safe flight!

Debra Oakland

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