- Stillness
- Presence:
- present moment
- awareness
- Non attachment
- nonresistance
- non-judgment
- Beginner's Mind
- Acceptance
- Inspiration
- Responsibility
- Kindness Quotient
stillness
For a majority of people, one of the most difficult things to do is to be still. This could be because the mind has so many stimuli today, but it may also be that being still is frightening. To be still means that pain has time to show itself without the distractions of life. Being still within our consciousness opens healing avenues as it stimulates an alignment and integration of the body and its systems. How is your mastery of stillness? -- John Kroneck
Think about how this applies to you. When are the times you are still? If you can't think of any, try it now. Find a quiet place, turn off the electronics, and calm your mind. What occurs during that time?
If you are a therapist, how do you help your clients in this aspect?
I will start the discussion by leaving my thoughts as the first comment. I can't wait to hear what everyone has to report.
Remember to come back next week for the second trait: present moment.
I am still before I fall asleep. I can attest to the fact that pain shows itself when the mind and body calm. I check in with each body part and allow the healing energy to flow. Sometimes I find a blockage that I am unable to clear. Those are the nights that I don't sleep well.
ReplyDeleteAs a massage therapist I give my clients a few extra minutes on the table before I start their massage. This allows them time to let go of the stress from traffic, work, and/or family. I also remind them that this is their time to relax.
Being still is difficult for me. When I sit or lay down it is difficult as that is when my mind thinks of tasks I need to do. I relax better when I have music playing in the background. Each person has their own way of being still.
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