Circle of Compassion. Gail Straub

in finding and dedicating themselves to their chosen practice.

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      Today I recommit to creating the space in my life for connecting with my spirit, quieting my mind, and opening my heart. Even if a few minutes of quiet are all I can find, I have planted the seeds of my commitment. A few minutes dedicated to spirit go a long way.

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      Nurturing my spiritual practice is a gift not just to myself but also to all the people I care for in my life. My family, my colleagues, and my friends all benefit from my growing peace of mind and open heart that come from practice.

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      As I quiet myself today I focus on Meister Eckhart’s beautiful words: “There is nothing in the universe that resembles God so much as silence.”

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      My spiritual practice is the quiet space from which I listen to my rhythm. This time of silence and solitude is the very heartbeat of my rhythm of compassion.

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      As I learn to listen to my rhythm of compassion I find my balance between caring for myself and caring for the world. I am learning to balance a rich inner life and a passionate engagement with the world.

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      Right now, I stop and breathe in the quiet. Right now, being present to this moment is the possibility for my awakening.