(A Dr. Dyer card from 10 Secrets...)
Today, I was going to put off meditation until later in the day. Weakened thought turned around and did it anyway. I'm so glad I did. Each time I meditate, practice yoga, and/or coordinate my breathing with lifting weights I feel so much MORE.
I'm in a position I've never been in before. For the first time in my life, I am not the bread winner in the family. I'm very blessed to be in a position to stay home and attend school full time. My husband has just returned to work and now I am really a stay-at-home mom. I'm not struggling but simply exploring why I seem to have a bit of a hard time accepting this as the amazing thing it is. The feminist in me, the influence of society, and the talkings of some members of my family get into my head. I know I am fortunate in my position. At the same time, my husband and I put effort and planning into making this possible and it's difficult to understand the opposition I get from some people. I am going to continue meditating on letting this go and practicing loving-kindness for those who don't get it.
On a lighter note, it smells like spring outside and I just may go stomp around in puddles.
Hi Ellen - I would like to get on your list of those you will send loving-kindness to that are not in a position to stay home and allow someone else to be the bread winner. I must say that is the one area I used to carry some envy over. It took many years to get past that. I've been a single mom for 17 years and was not able to really enjoy my children's young years. Good for you - I'm glad you have this opportunity.
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