The Mirror before me and you before the mirror.
Last Night, I had an opportunity to find some peace and quiet from the household,
I was going to do my usual meditation however; I found myself standing before the mirror and felt a need to ask some questions deep within me for some answers I was seeking.
Shortly after standing there, I felt a moment of peace and solitude there was no sense of emotion or thought of where I was.
When that moment passed, I became aware of my surroundings and knew I was elsewhere yet still at home.
It was a beautiful feeling and knew that I was in the present moment of Now, as Eckhart Tolle would say.
It felt I was there for a few minutes yet I know I stood there for about 20 mins only because I looked at the time before I started as I do before any meditation or moment of solitude I am involved in.
Although that was done and It felt peaceful I had the urge to sit down by the computer and write what was coming to me rather sitting down and meditate in the normal manor.
As I sat down before the computer I turned the phone off including the mobile turned off all tabs I had open except for a new blank page in Word
Took some slow deep breathes and waited for any inspiration, thoughts or feelings to come while I typed away what is received.
There would be no corrections of typos, no spell check during the time just a moment to write what came though and when I had no more then I re-read what was typed,corrected and edited what was needed but still keeping all that was said.
Some are not here as they are personal and no need to share however what I am sharing now that was giving to me has a dual purpose as I have found out many times before.
This has happened to me just a few times and each time I have share what I get I had found an answer had been given for someone else who would be reading what has been mentioned.
This is what came before me to write and feel many may relate to some parts of what you have been asking.
Remember there is no judgement, anger or negativity to be taken from this just a moment of reflection that has been given to me and to you whoever it may be.
What you will noticed I am talking to myself but know that I am asking on your behalf as well.
You already have the answers you seek but haven't connected just yet. I know when you do a whole new feeling of joy and love with be before you.
This is was was written
I looked into the mirror today looked into my eyes then looked again but this time deeper into my soul.
The sparkle in my eyes I once had for the love of life, the happiness in my heart had truly disappeared.
There was neither anger, nor any resentment just a loss of feelings I once had. The happy has gone or is it just locked away. I hope I didn’t lose that key to life.
What has become of me to feel this way, where did I go wrong, did I give too much of my heart away and not left some for myself?
The pain can be unbearable at times yet I must stay for others and give them hope or am I just being hypocritical in pretending all is well.
Please tell me what it is so I can find my way back and bring back that sparkle that was there before
I feel lost and all I can see is darkness and despair yet at times there are still glimpses of light near by
Guide me towards the light not through death but in through life.
I have surrendered myself but have I surrendered enough or surrendered too much?
Is this why I feel I have lost my sparkle, my soul to life?
Is there no hope or am I just being delusional in thinking there is more to give.
Tell me show me, where is that pathway I have been seeking for the light within me is barely glowing.
My body is feeling cold and numb is this all that is to become of me?
Is this what my life is to be?
I need your light to shine upon me communicate with me let me know everything will be ok and that this is just another challenge I am facing in this world called life.
How much more can I take before I either lose the battle or overcome the obstacles before me?
Or have I lost the battle already and just waiting on time to catch up?
Spirit I need you into my life I AM you and you are me. You are the spirit that moves within me and I give of myself for you to do so.
I know I have more to give yet at the same time I struggle to give to myself.
Let us work together and find that sparkle once gone.
For we have much to give to this world as one with ALL THAT IS.
Time to move forward and regain what was once lost.
I am waiting and willing for you to open the heart once more and fill it with light and love for that is all that can be.
I ask this of you
How much of this can you relate to yourself regardless of what you do, what is before you and what is within you?
Would love your thoughts
Namaste
Andre
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Hello Andre, This is the first of your posts that I have read. Now I must go back and read some of your past ones. If this post is indeed indicative of your writings, I look forward to more. I just picked up a book out of my old pile, Louise Hay. She was talking about using the mirror as part of her therapy. Now your post arrives. The message resonates. Mirror mirror on the wall! Andre, I am truly pleased to have found you. The replies to your post are also enlightening. This is the type of thinking I wish to be part of, to be surrounded by. As some of us are getting on in age, we tend to forget some of the thinking that helped us be better people earlier in life. Reminders, like refinding Louise Hay, and discovering you and your group of followers, is very pleasant, and heartfelt. Wish you all well. Cheers. John
Wow thank you John and yes Louise Hay is truly an inspiration to many I have admired her work for many years and have a few of her books at home.
Yes the mirror technique I learned with her many years ago along with many others.
When I started my spiritual quest many years ago Louise Hay's books was one I purchased straight away. In fact, it was called You can Heal your life.
Glad this resonated with you and as I said I may be stating some questions but they are also on behalf of those that need to hear them via others.
That is one way when answers are received via others.
Enjoy a wonderful week ahead John and may the light within you continue to shine for others to see and there will also shine brightly.
Namaste
Andre
Hi Andre,
I had to step away from the computer after reading your post. Too many thoughts collided; one of which being "if he's thinking the same thing, I can't be that wrong?"
The last couple of months has seen some drastic decisions; one of which is exactly what you're talking about - how to get that smile on my face and that kick in my stride.
Someone told me that turning 50 may have been the hardest part but after some soul searching, I found myself thinking about what had changed in my life.
I had decided not to work for "trou-de-cul" anymore - reason why I stopped being a consultant. I still didn't heed my words and took an Army contract which didn't end well.
I was now at a decision point and the week-end was pretty good for reflection.
Thanks for sharing and more importantly, thanks for helping me look back at what I was - and can continue to be.
Merci mon ami,
Marc
Most welcome Marc glad it work or stirred up something within you . The whole aim of the post is just that to wake someone up and make the necessary changes that you feel is right for you.
Wishing you well
Andre
Morning Andre,
As I read your words, they indeed did resonate with me. Two things that came across to me, this is just my 'take' and by no means would I presume to 'read into' what you have said with a definitive explanation.
Being far from where you normally are, to me, does not mean you are lost. Just knowing where you are not gives you your 'bearings', so to speak. I used to say to my children, when they were 'stressing' on a day out. "We're not lost, I know exactly where I'm going"
Having both a 'blank document' in front of you and the sense that what you 'had' was no longer there, gave to me a picture of someone who is about to embark into a new chapter of existence.
Maybe time to embrace the next part of your journey without the 'weight' of all you have carried previously.
Maybe the 'empty cup' koan is relevant ?
Anyway, just my thoughts, enjoy what's left of the weekend.
Be well.
Thank you for that and it is your take that is important to you as glad some of the words resonate with you. That is part of the purpose this was given.
Yes we may say we are lost but we always know the direction we are going whether it is the right way who know sometimes what may seem as the wrong direction is the one we need to learn more before heading in the true direction later.
Be well and yes I am enjoying what is left of my weekend it is 54.30pm Sunday but many more days to enjoy all before me.
Enjoy and thank you much appreciated.
Andre :))
Some times the mirror can reflect you thoughts,and things we truly are not meant to understand,its always good to get a hard look at ourself , but like the tree falling in the woods, does the mirror work when you close your eyes? i always find you post enlightening and thought provoking thanks T.C
Thank you Tom many times what we don't understand are the things we need to look at as well.
The mirror will work even when you close your eyes as you go deeper within yourself without adding the emotional thinking of the human mind.
Most times it is the fear we create that we don't want to look deeper in the truth.
Thank you for your kind words Tom truly appreciated.
Andre
Thank you, Rosana, yes I type it but it was not me thinking of the words it was let us say inspiration that provided the words I was just the conduit to pass what was given by typing.
Glad you found comfort in what was given.
Andre
As it has for me not always but on the odd occasion over the years t is also known as automatic writing
Great to have pen and paper handy as well which will make it easy over time.
Blessings
Andre
Interesting, how we can reflect what is inside us but yet not recognize it as ourselves. It is true we often have the answer to a difficulty but don't recognize that we have it. I think we need to remember to be kind to ourselves in all things; learn to forgive ourselves for what we see as errors; reach out to the world to see if there is an answer there.
Thank you, Fran, yes we need to look deeper within ourselves more than we may realize.
The answers are always within us often we tend to ignore them because we refuse to accept what is true to ourselves but when we do we will go forward regardless of how true and tough it may be.
It is the only way we can become who we truly are and need to learn to love ourselves more in the process.
The forgiveness we seek is not about others but to forgive ourselves for the negative thoughts we project out in the universe that affects ourselves and others whether we realize it or not.
Thank you for your words, Fran, I really appreciated all you have stated.
Blessings to you
Andre :))
Yes, forgiving ourselves is often far harder than forgiving others. Why do we blame ourselves for so much?
Most often the reason is from what we have been told by others over the years it could by from childhoods right along our growth into adulthood.
We have learned to accept the negative of what others tell us rather than to feel the positive that is within us.
We tend to find fault because we have stopped believing in ourselves for the sake of being in the group of others both family and society for their satisfaction.
Andre :))
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WOW! Intriguing post! I can't say I've ever done this. In fact, this week as I stated to a friend that I hated mirrors, he said I had a poor self esteem. Perhaps. In any case, even without the mirror, I can relate. I think many people who do any sort of self reflection feel like this sometime.
Simply acknowledging and surrendering to Spirit is freeing and give a sense of peace and calm. We've "known" each other a long time. Ironically, not even meeting you in person, a couple years ago, I could "feel" your energy change. I know that may sound strange but I think you understand.
The good thing is that you now acknowledge it and recognize that you can regain what once was lost. You just need to stay open and allow Spirit to move through you and with you. Drop the baggage and focus on the future of light and love.
It's all there, it's just been dormant. Time to wake up and smell the coffee.
XO
~Sis
Thank you Sis and so true I did give up a lot of my spirituality for many years to focus on family and over the last couple of years have been getting that push from spirit to get back into what I loved and am.
Much more to do but have already done a lot as well.
Yes you know me well and it doesn't sound strange at all. You are started to sound like me what I tell others (guess it's bound to rub off lol) and there are times I need to listen to myself more at the same time.
Bless Sis
Big Hugs and kisses to you
XOSO
Funny. Some people you just connect with even across the miles. I DO believe that people come into our lives for a reason AND that we connect with some because of a prior connection. I just feel that deep in my bones (and that is DEEP). Always trust your gut. It's where Spirit speaks.
XOXOXO
sis