Misty Illusions

It was such a beautiful, crisp morning. There was a thick mist on top of the lake's surface. It was so subtle that you couldn't tell where the lake ended and the sky began. It gave the illusion of infinite continuity. The temperature of the air dropped dramatically as I reached the edge of the lake. It was like being enveloped in a completely different world. The sun did wonders with the clouds and the mist this morning reflecting a carnival of light and colour across the sky lighting the way for hundreds of Canada geese undoubtedly making their way southward.

This idea of infinite continuity has really stuck with me this morning. It has been said that we are all "one" and that there is no "other". The conscious mind constructs an illusion of separation between us. But, it is only an illusion. Mornings such as this one have me believing that there is an infinite continuity but that we don't perceive it consciously and therefore doubt the truth overall. It has been said that your unconscious mind is not capable of perceiving separation and therefore takes everything personally as if whatever you do to other you actually do to yourself. If you judge others, you therefore judge yourself. If you harm others, you are ultimately harming yourself. You can do all of the positive thinking in the world but if you are still holding another person in disregard then you are also hurting yourself. This is a powerful concept. Perhaps we should take the advice we have heard in the past - do unto others as you would have done unto you.

Hiding

I'm not convinced that the sun even wanted to rise this morning it was so hidden by clouds. In fact, it's still pretty grey out long past the time of the sunrise. I think the sun is taking the day off today.

It's funny how the sunrise so often reflects exactly where I am at. I definitely need a day off today. Perhaps the overcast day will encourage me to turn inwards today and take care of myself. In our busy harried world, we forget to take downtime and slow down. But we need to rejuvenate properly so we can have the energy we need to live our lives to the fullest.

Textbook

The sunrise was a picture-perfect one this morning. The air was crisp, clear and cloudless. The sun rose on time without much fanfare, performing its duty.

How do you decide what are your duties and what are not? What criteria make it a duty, aside from a paying job? Is it obligation? Mutual expectation? Do you perform duties with joy or resentment? These are all valid questions because my guess is that if you performed your duties with joy and excitement then the whole quality of your life experience would be raised. After all, this morning's sunrise was just beautiful as yesterday's.

Preconceived Notions

How many people can identify the skyline in this gorgeous sunrise photo? Very few, I imagine. It's the Detroit city skyline and this photo is stunning. As you can see, the sunrise extended outwards from the centre reaching all the way to the skyline. What a great shot!

Yet, how many people have a preconceived notion about Detroit. This perspective on Detroit prevents you from ever looking more closely to what it has to offer. For one thing, the architecture in Detroit is fabulous. The waterfronts in Detroit and Windsor were developed with people in mind so there are beautiful gardens, playgrounds, sidewalks. It is truly amazing what you can find when you are looking for beauty versus playing along with any preconceived notions.

Confusion

The sun has been slowly moving across the sky since the summer solstice on the 21st of June. It is almost at its halfway point. So, it was odd to see the big cloud lit up this morning with reds and golds so far away from where the sun would actually rise.

Confusion is a misunderstood state. Most people think it's bad to be confused and they shy away from it. Actually, confusion is a profound state. It usually signals newness and change. Confusion indicates that your current model of reality is being challenged and possibly shifted, if you allow it so. Confusion usually precedes a breakthrough in your life. You should welcome confusion and sink right into when it overcomes you. The only way to the other side is right through the middle.

Lazy Days

The sunrise was slow this morning. Even the sky turned colour slowly. I suppose the heat wave has gotten to the sun as well. I am finding it difficult to get up the energy to do anything productive. Perhaps this is why siestas were invented?

There are days like this every once in a while. I have come to learn to slow down and accept the lethargy. I usually reframe this slow time as creative time. This is time where new ideas are being formed deep in my mind. It takes more energy than you think and so the overwhelming feeling of tiredness needs to be heeded and acted upon. Yes, acted upon with sleep, rest and all others things inward.

Hazy Anticipation

The sun hesitated behind the cedar and pine trees this morning. It seemed a though it would never actually appear. The light was muted by the thick august haze that is so usual this time of year. It was like being in a dream.

So many things actually happen during time spent waiting. It seems as though waiting is the most boring thing you can do. But if you actually pay attention then you will notice a myriad of happenings going on. It all depends on your attention and your focus.