Questions for 9/11
Cheryl Richardson’s newsletter is an ongoing source of inspiration. In speaking of the events of 9/11/2001, she offers these questions, which I in turn offer to you.
"That day showed me the true, universal priorities we all need to keep at the forefront of our minds — how connected we are to our own soul, to each other, and to a power greater than ourselves. Realizing this truth in such an earth-shattering way gave me the courage to make tough, sometimes unpopular, choices to insure that my life was reflecting what mattered most. I decided to travel less and be home more. I gave up some goals that were more important to my head than my heart. I made my spiritual life more of a priority. And, I started the ritual of answering the following questions each year on September 11th that I share with you today."
"…Take some time to think about these questions. Then, write the answers in a journal or notebook. You might even print them out and discuss them during dinner with family or friends. Please don’t wait for a crisis to take your life seriously. Do it now . . ."
- Am I pleased with how I’m spending my precious time on earth?
- Am I spending enough quality time with the people who matter most?
- Am I doing my best to listen to the voice of my soul so I make real, honest choices based on what I most want?
- If today were my last day on earth, would I feel good about what I’m leaving behind?
- Am I sharing (or working toward sharing) my God-given gifts and talents with others?
- Are there any petty disagreements or differences that I need to let go of once and for all?
- Is there someone I need to forgive?
Well said, Cheryl. A spiritual life for me is integral, but has come to mean something far, far different than ever it did before. We evolve and grow spiritually, sometimes away from one form and closer to a different form and at some point, to the formless. Spiritual connection ebbs and flows as is natural. Seek out sources of abundance and inspiration near you. If you are of no particular spiritual focus, you can begin to deepen in spirit by listening to the patterns of your breath and your own heartbeat, and finding that which your heart finds congruence with. For more information on heart congruence, seek out www.heartmath.org
For more information on Cheryl Richardson and to subscribe to her newsletter, go to www.cherylrichardson.com
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