| Nature is an eloquent teacher. We learn from nature | | | | conscious choices toward Spirit, we act with |
| the power of living in the present. Time alone in nature | | | | reverence and respect for all creation. We find new |
| helps us calm a jittery mind and pay attention to the | | | | joy and purpose for living. Awareness of our choice in |
| moment. It restores our inner peace. We deepen our | | | | each moment is the key. But living in the present |
| experience of the Divine. We feel a sense of | | | | requires commitment and practice. |
| expansion beyond the ordinary self. Living in the now | | | | Practicing for Present Moment Awareness in Nature |
| empowers us. | | | | Quiet time in nature offers us space to practice |
| Learning from the Rhythms of Time in Nature | | | | present moment awareness. Inner turmoil subsides. |
| By observing the rhythms of time in nature--the sun's | | | | We focus on nature images with their sights and |
| path across the sky, the growth of seeds, the | | | | sounds and smells. We breathe deeply and focus |
| changing seasons--we realize that time is not a | | | | consciously. Breathing brings us back to center. |
| mechanical measure. It measures process. By | | | | Focusing connects us with our deepest emotions. We |
| detaching from clock time for even a short while, we | | | | learn to pay attention to what's inside us as well as |
| allow ourselves some moments of sanctified laziness. | | | | what's around us. We appreciate small things that |
| Our clocks and calendars measure the march of time. | | | | otherwise go unnoticed. Expressing appreciation often |
| Our scheduling books overflow with dates, deadlines | | | | is a powerful way to stay anchored in the now. The |
| and things to do. We value speed and efficiency | | | | more we practice and experience living in the moment, |
| above all. But over activity and obsession with time | | | | the more we strengthen this skill. |
| threaten our inner life and peaceful mind. Living in the | | | | Full attention to the present is the most prayerful |
| present helps reconnect us with time's deeper | | | | response we can make for the gift of life. In return for |
| meaning. Time becomes our friend. | | | | our commitment we receive blessings beyond |
| Learning the Power of the Present from Nature | | | | measure. We connect with our true Self, the Source |
| In nature, past and future have no meaning. Life exists | | | | of our wisdom and strength. We pay attention to what |
| only in the present. We connect with Spirit--our Life | | | | matters the most to us. With confidence and joy we |
| Source and true Self--only in the present. We may | | | | share our gifts and talents. We approach life from a |
| regret the past and worry about the future, but we | | | | serene, balanced center. In the midst of life's busyness |
| create only in the now. We are infinite choice-makers. | | | | we enjoy living with the power of the present. |
| Each choice creates our future. When we make | | | | |