Meditation Night

A while back, I wrote a blog detailing my vision of my intended Spiritual Center. I described in detail what I wanted it to look like and what would be happening there. I had a moment Monday night where I realized I was living my vision. Meditation Night is a special indulgence of mine. I have wanted to form a meditation group for a long time. Trouble is/was, it is an extremely unpopular idea. Meditating is hard. Most people try it and think they can't do it or that they are not doing it right and they give up. We think that if we can't make our minds go blank that we are not meditating. I wrote on my website:

"How many times have you heard how important, even life changing, learning to meditate can be? But every time you try that crazy ole' monkey mind takes over and you find yourself skipping happily after it? Be kind to yourself. It's a process. One that take practice. That's why Buddhist Monks take years and years to reach a level where there have been actual documented brain wave changes that occur when they meditate. They didn't get there from a 5 minute relaxation after a yoga class. Or a 2 minute (if that) silent confession time in church.

They practiced. Together. Being guided, being silent, chanting....together. Practice. It cannot make us perfect, but it can bring us peace. Let's gather, once a month, and devote a couple hours to learning this ancient gift. I think you may be surprised at how quickly that monkey will move on down the road. Even if it's just for a moment."

Much to my delight, I had some takers. And it was WONDERFUL!!! We discussed why we wanted to meditate....and why we don't do it....what we were afraid of....and what we have experienced. We chanted, we learned to focus on a flame, I led them through a chakra meditation and we were silent. Afterwards, we drank tea and we bonded. On a deep level. I barely knew each of them and they had never met but there is power in group meditation. The most meaningful thing to me? One of the ladies shared a deep part of her soul and the lady closest to her looked her deep in the eyes and affirmed her and blessed her. We felt safe. We each had a different experience and learned that there is NO right way to meditate. We will practice. And we will continue to gather. Together.

It was amazing. Can't wait for the next 2 events this weekend. Card Building is always just a rockin' good time and I have high hopes for the Spirit Center Open Door. It's like a party with meaning....

Can I say again? My cup runneth over.....