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Week 20: The Mindful Empath's Almanac the mindful empath
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Week 20:The Mindful Empath Almanac
I will start recording these voiceovers so they hit the podcast feed, I hope you enjoy them!! If you become a paid subscriber you will begin to receive longer audio meditations (8 per year). The next one is coming up soon!!mindfulempath.substack.com/subscribe
Quote:
“The only thing we never get enough of is love; and the only thing we never give enough of is love.”
~ Henry Miller
A Poem about Space:
I’ve been thinking a lot about space lately.
How we use it.How we make room for it.How we manipulate it and how we abuse it.How we “take it up” or push it away.
And how, oftentimes, we don’t make time for it in our day.
Space can be holy, or can it?
mindful empath is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
The room to breathe is all good and well, but the air...the energy in that space can open up for what is already there.
The space between you and me is charged with energy.
My words and body, my energetic space, can communicate anger, pity, resentment.These messages get flung with every harsh word, every dark stare.Pushing everyone away…creating distance…space.
On a different day I might be a peaceful harbor of safety, love, and contentment.that speaks kindness, grace, and forgiveness.
It is with these kind words and hopeful actions we pull people towards us in harmony, unity, and love.
Every warm embrace and loving gesture imagines a space where we are connected, alive and together.
Intention:
Join me in this intention:
Today, I allow myself to give and receive love fully.
Meditation:
To listen to the following meditation in audio form, please play below.
Making Space for Love
Within your chest, visualize a soft, warm light. This light represents your capacity for love.
With each inhale, imagine this light growing brighter and expanding outward. Feel it fill your entire body, reaching your fingertips and toes.
As you exhale, let go of any thoughts, worries, or past experiences that might be holding you back from love. Release them like clouds drifting away in the sky.
Breathe in love, expanding the light within.
Breathe out anything that might be blocking your ability to receive and give love.
Notice the spaciousness created by releasing negativity. This is the space you're making for love to flow freely.
Stay with this feeling of openness and love for a few moments. Let it fill you and radiate outward.
Cultivation:
Here are a few practical ideas for cultivating love-space around you!
Practice active listening: When someone is talking to you, give them your full attention. Make eye contact, ask clarifying questions, and avoid interrupting.
Offer words of encouragement: Notice someone's efforts and compliment them genuinely. Offer support and positive reinforcement to those around you.
Spend quality time together: Plan a meaningful activity with a loved one, friend, or family member. Put away distractions and focus on enjoying each other's company.
Appreciation:
Do you struggle with showing appreciation to the people in your life that deserve it? It’s good to remember Henry Miller’s quote. Love is ABSOLUTELY something we never get enough of or get! It’s also one of those rare elements in life that ONLY exists and grows when we give it away. Here are some examples of Gratitude statements for your loved ones….
* For love and support: "I am so grateful for your unwavering love and support. You make me feel safe and cherished."
* For laughter and joy: "Thank you for bringing so much laughter and joy into my life. You make even the ordinary days feel extraordinary."
* For growth and learning: "I'm so thankful for the ways you challenge me and help me grow as a person."
* For understanding and acceptance: "Thank you for accepting me for who I am, flaws and all. It means the world to feel understood."
* For specific qualities: "I appreciate your incredible sense of humor/patience/generosity. It m
Week 20:The Mindful Empath Almanac
I will start recording these voiceovers so they hit the podcast feed, I hope you enjoy them!! If you become a paid subscriber you will begin to receive longer audio meditations (8 per year). The next one is coming up soon!!mindfulempath.substack.com/subscribe
Quote:
“The only thing we never get enough of is love; and the only thing we never give enough of is love.”
~ Henry Miller
A Poem about Space:
I’ve been thinking a lot about space lately.
How we use it.How we make room for it.How we manipulate it and how we abuse it.How we “take it up” or push it away.
And how, oftentimes, we don’t make time for it in our day.
Space can be holy, or can it?
mindful empath is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
The room to breathe is all good and well, but the air...the energy in that space can open up for what is already there.
The space between you and me is charged with energy.
My words and body, my energetic space, can communicate anger, pity, resentment.These messages get flung with every harsh word, every dark stare.Pushing everyone away…creating distance…space.
On a different day I might be a peaceful harbor of safety, love, and contentment.that speaks kindness, grace, and forgiveness.
It is with these kind words and hopeful actions we pull people towards us in harmony, unity, and love.
Every warm embrace and loving gesture imagines a space where we are connected, alive and together.
Intention:
Join me in this intention:
Today, I allow myself to give and receive love fully.
Meditation:
To listen to the following meditation in audio form, please play below.
Making Space for Love
Within your chest, visualize a soft, warm light. This light represents your capacity for love.
With each inhale, imagine this light growing brighter and expanding outward. Feel it fill your entire body, reaching your fingertips and toes.
As you exhale, let go of any thoughts, worries, or past experiences that might be holding you back from love. Release them like clouds drifting away in the sky.
Breathe in love, expanding the light within.
Breathe out anything that might be blocking your ability to receive and give love.
Notice the spaciousness created by releasing negativity. This is the space you're making for love to flow freely.
Stay with this feeling of openness and love for a few moments. Let it fill you and radiate outward.
Cultivation:
Here are a few practical ideas for cultivating love-space around you!
Practice active listening: When someone is talking to you, give them your full attention. Make eye contact, ask clarifying questions, and avoid interrupting.
Offer words of encouragement: Notice someone's efforts and compliment them genuinely. Offer support and positive reinforcement to those around you.
Spend quality time together: Plan a meaningful activity with a loved one, friend, or family member. Put away distractions and focus on enjoying each other's company.
Appreciation:
Do you struggle with showing appreciation to the people in your life that deserve it? It’s good to remember Henry Miller’s quote. Love is ABSOLUTELY something we never get enough of or get! It’s also one of those rare elements in life that ONLY exists and grows when we give it away. Here are some examples of Gratitude statements for your loved ones….
* For love and support: "I am so grateful for your unwavering love and support. You make me feel safe and cherished."
* For laughter and joy: "Thank you for bringing so much laughter and joy into my life. You make even the ordinary days feel extraordinary."
* For growth and learning: "I'm so thankful for the ways you challenge me and help me grow as a person."
* For understanding and acceptance: "Thank you for accepting me for who I am, flaws and all. It means the world to feel understood."
* For specific qualities: "I appreciate your incredible sense of humor/patience/generosity. It m
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