Catching My Breath

I’m sitting in my living room, noticing that birds are singing within the green mantle of rustling leaves; feeling a gentle breeze streaming through the room reminding me of the sweetness of embracing the moment. I’m finally slowing down again to catch my breath after two years of high energy creativity, bringing my book to fruition, caring for this new life and inviting friends to share and celebrate its being. Ahhh… 

Gratitude.

Last week, I returned from a five day men’s retreat in the hills of Julian, North-East of San Diego, California. It was a welcome disconnection from all electronic devices—I got to unplug, with a focused reconnection to myself, to others and to the Source of all there is. In the midst of the hills and trees, I was reminded of the wisdom revealed through immersion and openness to the outdoors. How even in the midst of sitting and walking through the forest, great insights seem to take life within me, as if the love behind the green blanket of grass and brown limbs that reach out from the ground into the sky was whispering secrets to those who listen… 

I was searching for a clarity of direction, and finding that as I now sit in my living room typing these words which I intend to share, I have everything I need.

I’ve been hoping for a gut indication of where to focus my energy: email marketing, marketing consultants, scheduling workshops, upgrading my website, pursuing leads, finally having a book signing party… as I think of these things, nothing clearly stands out except to keep doing what I’m doing with my practice group, contributing to SoCal NVC, networking with friends, and meeting new people. I’m excited to connect with the men from the retreat, and supporting a sense of connection and community among my friends and acquaintances.

In the midst of my creative times, I made outlines for several possible new books—I’m waiting the “right time,” when it becomes clear to me that the quiet voice is calling something new to be birthed. Until then, I’ll continue this hike one step at a time.