A daily spiritual practice is perhaps the most important thing we can all do to maintain clarity and alignment with our spirit. So why are we so resistant to our commitment to spiritual practices? There are so many excuses that want to come in…
I don’t have time. I have more important things to do. I’m too tired. Other people need me. I have other obligations. I have to get this stuff done first, and then I’ll practice if there’s still time… Sound familiar?
Honestly, what could be more important than maintaining our alignment with spirit?
When we’re on a spiritual path, it’s so important to maintain a commitment to our practice as a way of nourishing our spirit, just as we make time to nourish our bodies through food. It takes willpower to overcome our resistance. Consistency is difficult for most of us because our ego convinces us, with any reason it can come up with, that practice isn’t important. This is because the ego is set aside during practice, and it doesn’t like this. It’s important to be aware that when your mind tries to convince you that you don’t have time to practice today, or that you’re too tired, or that there are more important things to do than maintain your connection to the divine…that the mind is simply afraid of being surrendered, of letting go of control. It’s important to see these excuses for what they are…excuses…and not buy into the convincing arguments of the ego. After all, the ego is invested in sabotaging our spiritual commitments. As we move toward spiritual awakening, the ego loses power. This is great for humanity, but not so good for our egos. [click to continue…]
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I am grateful to have been able to learn from Debby for many years doing yoga and breath work. She is a wonderful teacher. It has certainly improved my well being in all aspects; mentally, physically, and spiritually. I look forward to working with Debby throughout my life.