I went for a massage today. I almost cancelled because I wasn't feeling well yesterday. "Go," my husband said. "You'll feel better." And I did. I went. And I feel better.
In between my massage and a facial, I sat in the quiet room drinking cucumber infused water and nibbling on a chocolate covered strawberry. Once I finished, I set my plate down and looked straight in front of me. There opposite me on the wall, was just the reminder I needed. Be still. It was a simple piece of art, waves rushing at the base of a mountain, and the words Be still.
I took a deep breath in and pushed my chest out, let the breath out and allowed my abdomen to deflate. I closed my eyes and did it again. It was just what I needed.
Still
Beware of frenzied routines. Stop, inhale and
Exhale. Pull breath, life, in and out through your nose
Sometimes busy-ness is a self-created distraction from
Thinking difficult thoughts
I heed the warning on the wall, not a warning, a reminder
Listen to your heart and to G-d
Let the quiet bring you peace
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