
"Love your enemy as you love yourself." “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” “The Truth shall set you free.” These are some of my favorite and simplistic teachings. Yet, they are some of the most challenging spiritual principles. Yet, as we expand our spiritual lives we are called upon to put the Creator first and we begin to love as the Creator loves. We begin to see the good in other people. We start to have a reverence for nature and all living things. We find ourselves wanting to only speak our Truth. Then, when we can get into that spiritual space we begin to act differently. Our energy shifts in a more positive direction. Our moods shift and suddenly life rhythms, with all its ups and downs do not impact us the same way they use to. What at one time seemed so totally, deeply true, or is even
known to be true, can at other times seem so false and shallow.
But, life has a way of throwing us curve balls… of forcing our moods to swing. The great teachings we have grown to respect, love, and believe in are tested. In these times, practicing spiritual disciplines trains us to stay on course. Disciplines such as prayer, meditation, setting affirmations, stating intentions and even practicing yoga help to bring us back in balance on a daily basis. However, spiritual disciplines do not have to be formal, complicated, deep practices. Simple things like laughing out loud, singing a favorite song or dancing for joy can help bring you back in balance with very little effort on your part.
So, when a mood swing comes on because your Truth is being challenged, or your life is swinging out of control by all means, practice your formal spiritual disciplines, heed the great teachings, but also try putting on your favorite Michael Jackson song. Sing off key if you have to… dance out of step if you must… but use a little music to change your mood. Or, here's another one... smile... simply smile... all day long for no reason and watch your mood change. Also, if you smile at everyone you come in contact with not only will your mood lift but you'll shift the energy around you and uplift someone else's spirit as well. Last one... laugh... laugh... laugh... laugh. It's hard to feel sorry for yourself when you are filled with joy and laughter. Practice simple teachings and simple disciplines and find your center so you can go back out there and create your reality!