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Hey, Dear Friends,
If you are like me, the past months have been consumed with Christmas and New Year activities. It feels like I have been going from zero to 60 in a matter of seconds — always on the go without a break in between
Can anyone else relate?
Sometimes, friends, I just want to scream, “Get me off this crazy train!” So, I guess if you are like me, you would welcome a break from all the craziness life throws at you.
Well, I have a solution — something I have been doing for a few weeks now. I’ve been taking a “secular sabbath” — setting aside a specific amount of time, usually 24 hours, as a time to rest, recharge and reflect on oneself on a deeper level. The amount of time, however, can vary, based on an individual’s schedule.
I did some research about a secular sabbath was shocked at what I discovered. The secular sabbath is something that has been losing significance around the United States. The number of people, who can experience rest and tranquility, is slowly decreasing as rapidly-growing technology takes that time away.
As we begin our journey to find rest for our souls. We take a step toward designating a set time when you can be still for a moment. For me, setting a time was something that came easily because I have already said “No” to some of the business life can bring my way. My sabbath starts Friday night and lasts a few hours, when I can reflect on my own being. This set time allows me to pray, go over my inner inventory, and work on myself. This leads us by the stream of peace where healing begins.
Our next step is where the true healing kicks in — by the peaceful stream washing away the struggles we may face in this life. For me, this is a self-reflection time, where I can go over the things in my life I need to work on. I have many blind spots, but that is where we can come openly to the prince of peace, and he will wash us clean by the steam. This is also the time he will show you who you really are and will allow you to find peace through it all.
As the adventure continues, we may be a bit weary and tired after the whole reflection period, but have heart, because the focus campfire is not too far away. The focus campfire has helped me to see the potential and benefits of the importance of having a time to recharge and see the true beauty and power of the secular sabbath.
For me, during this time, I see the success I will accomplish and the goals I will complete. As we come to the end of our journey, we have learned a lot about taking time for ourselves and learned to take the time to better our whole being.
Thanks for joining me on this journey of the secular sabbath. Be well.
