The
development of "Spiritual
Beauty", as I call it, is often overlooked. This is when the
spiritual experiences of an individual start to reflect on the person's
appearance. There are people whose love for others and connection
with God or another spiritual source is such that they have the appearance
of beauty. Unlike physical beauty Spiritual Beauty brings joy to
the owner as well as those who come into contact with the individual.
These people inspire us to connect with God and our spiritual selves,
to enquire what they have and to strive to possess it. Spiritual
Beauty has no time limitations. It doesn't fade with the first signs
of ageing. The only maintenance it requires is constant contact with
God and loving actions. In fact it grows with time and with deeper
spiritual experience.
Some people have an
inbred connection and desire for the spiritual and are naturally
drawn to a quest for peace, love and sincerity - but most of us have
to develop such instincts. Tis can be difficult, especially in a
society that offers non-spiritual solutions. Many find God or spiritual
enlightenment through a life-changing or traumatic experience. Having
sunk so low they've needed to seek a way out of their personal hell.
I was fortunate to have
a close experience of someone who possessed Spiritual Beauty - and
that person was my Mother.
You may look at your reflection in the mirror and have mixed emotions at what
you see. Smile and know that God has created something unique which is perfect
in every way. Striving for inner beauty creates a glow; a positive aura that
people find infectious. It can also creep up on you when you least expect it.People
will start to compliment you, smile and warm to you - and you in turn will
see God's beauty in them.
I'm not saying that
the road will be easy as the one thing that negative people can't
stand is a positive person. Sometimes there will be circumstances
that try to rob you of your peace but try to stand firm. Take your
time as things are not always what they seem. Sometimes taking a
deep breath can prevent an unkind word being said. Forgiveness is
something of which those who walk in the spirit are very much aware
and which they exercise almost daily.
Persevere on your own
journey as the rewards are great and many. They can be the difference
between an ordinary life and an extraordinary life. Welcoming the
presence of God in your life makes you aware of his many blessings.
Even in the most desperate
of situations there's beauty and love to be found. Go for walks,
feel the breeze on your face, stop to smell a flower and be safe
in the knowledge that a higher power is in control - not your money,
your boss, your partner nor your children.
Seek out beauty, make
you home into a sanctuary, do regular clear-outs and refill it with
beautiful things and memories. Buy candles and flowers, burn incense
and fragrance oils. You don't need lots of cash to make simple changes.
When you open the door let your home be filled with a peaceful and
serene feeling. Don't automatically turn on the television - take
a moment to reconnect.
Finally, always have
a song in your heart. It's a great stress buster and one with loving,
positive lyrics can do wonders for your subconscious. Don't be anxious.
Cast your cares on God.
Peace be with you
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