Just like water flowing, this practice invites you to follow the path of least resistance. However, do not forget that the creeks and rivers can be a powerful force that shapes our landscape.
Have patience, we cannot force our growth, Trust that you will unfold according to the wisdom of the deep cycles of nature within you. Within this practice I invite you to let go of any need to Force. Rather, meet yourself where you are. Follow your own path of least resistance, this is the spirit of self-acceptance.
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Poem The Earth Says by Larry Butler
The earth says keep still
stay put & listen to the roar of silence
hold on & root deep for treasure
feel the sap rising through your bones wait & see what happens
The river says keep flowing
into the lochs swirling & swelling & swishing
keep floating down   down & down
falling & carving the mountains
down to the beautiful sea
The trees say keep rooting
rooting & rising into sky -
spread out your arms to embrace everything
breathe deep   deeper with each falling leaf
gather fruit & nuts for winter
The sky says keep looking
sniff the air & notice the small
changes moment by moment
breath by breath   cloud by cloud
watching your thoughts float by
The birds say keep singing   sing from your heart
fly from branch to branch
stay curious   stay light   start fresh
each year with a new nest then be patient
& sit on your eggs till they hatch
The sun says keep smiling
smile at your reflection on still water
from dawn to dusk go outside
out to play with light & shadow
in the day long dazzle leaping through thin air
The compost heap says keep rotting
decomposing   turning   burning
digest everything that comes your way
keep returning to the earth
& the earth   returns   tenfold to you
the earth says keep still   stay put
wait & see what happens   next