renewal

3 Steps to the Art of Downtime

Cynthia James by Cynthia James | July 30th, 2009 | Comments (3)
topic: Personal Growth | tags: change, contemplation, depleted, downtime, intention, meditation, overworked, rejuvenate, renewal, resting, transformation

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In Wayne Muller’s book Sabbath, he speaks about the fact that dormancy is an important part of nature. The time of dormancy is a time of renewal and rejuvenation. Without this time, many species cannot bear fruit, or they simply die. He also points out that human beings seem to be the only species that does not honor stillness and downtime as an essential part of living. He describes this time as Sabbath, a time of taking refuge and opening to the stillness that lives within us.

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Reinvent Your Bedroom for the Spring Equinox

Cheryl Terrace by Cheryl Terrace | March 20th, 2009 | Comments (2)
topic: Eco Decorating, Green Living, Healthy Home | tags: eco-friendly bedding, renewal, spring cleaning, spring equinox

My latest spring bedroom update: A breath of fresh air!

My latest spring bedroom update: A breath of fresh air!

Hurray, we made it! With the vernal equinox this weekend, spring is finally here — and I’m in my element! I adore a big spring clean in every sense of the word … breathing fresh new life into everything from my bedroom to my outlook.

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Hit the Restart Button

Cheryl Terrace by Cheryl Terrace | January 22nd, 2009 | Comments (0)
topic: Giving Back, Personal Growth, Yoga | tags: intention, meditation, renewal, resolutions, spiritual-journey

The inauguration of Barrack Obama represents a turn toward our better selves. Humility. Mindfulness. Compassion. Honor. Respect. Service. Giving back. Making a difference. It is the fulfillment of Yes We Can. But it is only the beginning.

The following quote is taped to the inside of my medicine cabinet; it reminds me that everyday is a new day to connect with something greater than myself.

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