- The local Starbucks (although I'm not a huge fan of their coffee) - who rescued me from my oj instead of milk in the coffee disaster today. Any coffee was better than none.
- The fact that I managed to get more than 3hrs of sleep last night.
- The start of fall weather - I love this time of year.
- Music
- The fact that my body seems to have established an auto pilot mode to drive me to the gym in the evenings instead of home.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Thankful Thursday
Today I am thankful for...
N is for Nautilus Shell and Spiral journeys
The Nautilus shell is probably the most well known spiral symbol we can think of. Over 500 million years old they are amazing examples of sacred geometry. As the body of the Nautilus grows it moves from one chamber to the next within its shell sealing the old behind it. A shell can have as many as 30 chambers within it. Each spiral of the Nautilus shell grows larger by Phi (the Golden Ratio that is the building block of the universe). Each revolution is the completion of a cycle.
Sacred Geometry is a reflection of the universe and the dynamic inter-connectedness between ourselves and the natural world. The spiral is a common element in sacred Geometry. It can be found in the symbolism of numerous cultures throughout the world. Much like archetypal figures it is a universal symbol that finds its way into cultures everywhere. They appeal to us on a core/base level. There is something appealing about the elegance and beauty of the spiral that we all feel connected to.
The Spiral represents a journey, the movement through stages (much as the nautilus moves from chamber to chamber) in your life in order to grow and continue your cycle. The spiral is life's journey - it is found in nature, in the universe, in our DNA. It is also a highly useful tool for meditation. For myself, when I want to take a dedicated journey in a meditative state - I visualize myself spiraling down a set of stairs into my deep conscious in order to access that part of myself. Another meditative technique is to visualize a spiral (or actually print one out) where you can begin at the center and work your way up through the spiral, pausing, reflecting, taking the time to appreciate the changes that take place with each turn, taking time to look back and view the spiral you have just walked. Its a great way to view your journey so far, as well as what may lay ahead.
Sacred Geometry is a reflection of the universe and the dynamic inter-connectedness between ourselves and the natural world. The spiral is a common element in sacred Geometry. It can be found in the symbolism of numerous cultures throughout the world. Much like archetypal figures it is a universal symbol that finds its way into cultures everywhere. They appeal to us on a core/base level. There is something appealing about the elegance and beauty of the spiral that we all feel connected to.
The Spiral represents a journey, the movement through stages (much as the nautilus moves from chamber to chamber) in your life in order to grow and continue your cycle. The spiral is life's journey - it is found in nature, in the universe, in our DNA. It is also a highly useful tool for meditation. For myself, when I want to take a dedicated journey in a meditative state - I visualize myself spiraling down a set of stairs into my deep conscious in order to access that part of myself. Another meditative technique is to visualize a spiral (or actually print one out) where you can begin at the center and work your way up through the spiral, pausing, reflecting, taking the time to appreciate the changes that take place with each turn, taking time to look back and view the spiral you have just walked. Its a great way to view your journey so far, as well as what may lay ahead.
Daily Draw(s)
Ugh - I have been struggling with sleeping lately which has left me pretty much functioning on basic levels only so I've been quite lax in all things, including these daily draws. So here is yesterday's and Today's draw
Wednesday:
There is a creativity in you wanting to get through - sacred magic that you need to embrace and let the work flow. Become a crafter of creative magics.
Thursday:
You must take the chance - allow uncertainty into your life instead of taking the 'safe path'. Something scary but great is coming your way.
Wednesday:
There is a creativity in you wanting to get through - sacred magic that you need to embrace and let the work flow. Become a crafter of creative magics.
Thursday:
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Daily Draw
Now is a time to go underground, to stay within yourself and develop your ideas and your plans without announcing them to all. Be still, be silent and wait, and when you finally step forth your beauty will shine bright.
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