Keeping Conscious - Staying Grounded In A Busy World

June 9, 2009

1. Live simply and live deliberately. By choosing not to get caught up in the

details of this fast-paced world, you are doing your part to slow down the speed

of life. You will also discover that you have more time to enjoy being alive.

2. Stay in touch with yourself. Soul searching, meditation, and journaling are

just a few of the many activities you can take part in to stay aware and learn

as much as you can about your emotions, reactions, likes, dislikes, dreams, and

fears. Having a solid sense of self gives you a firm foundation for living in

this world.

3. Support or teach others as often as you can. This can help you form

connections with people while also giving you an opportunity to make the world a

better place.

4. Consciously choose what you will allow into your being. The media bombards us

with visions of hate, war, and pain. Be judicious about what you read, watch,

and listen to.

5. Acknowledge the beauty that resides around you. Whether you live in a

sprawling metropolis or a stereotypical suburb, there are natural and man-made

wonders just waiting to be discovered by you.

6. Nurture your ties to your tribe. If you don't have one, create a community

that you can belong to. Modern life can be isolating. When you have a tribe, you

have a circle that you are a part of. Its members - loved ones, friends, or

neighbors - can be a source of support, caring, guidance, and companionship.

7. See the larger picture. Remember that the way that you choose to live is not

the only way to live. Widen your perspective by exploring other modes of being

through research, travel, and discussion.

8. Embrace the challenges that life presents to you, and challenge yourself

often. After a time, even the most exciting jobs or lifestyles can seem routine.

Never stop assimilating new knowledge about whatever you are doing, and your

life will never seem dull.

9. Move your body. In this busy world, it can be easy to live a sedentary life.

Movement reacquaints us with our bodies and connects us to the earth in a

visceral way. It also restores our vitality.

10. Make time for stillness, silence, and solitude. The world can be noisy, and

we are subject to all kinds of noises nearly every waking hour. We are also

often " on the go " and unable to relax. Being alone in a peaceful place and

making time for quiet can help you stay in touch with yourself.

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