There is a part of me that constantly obsesses over getting my message out there, making a big impact, being free of financial concerns, and being right.
And I can welcome, honour and witness this part, but notice.. it can also become unbalanced, without the touch of spirit
This part of me used to pick up the self-help books, invest my time and energy into the worldly mind, and end up in a perpetual state of anxiety, fear, and a sense of lack.
As obsessing about the ‘treasures of the earth’ too much we forget about the paradise we carry around with us.
So I’ve learned to make space every day—and even more so on Sundays—for solutions instead of problem.
The ancient Upanishads of India describe this beautifully:
“Two birds sit on the same branch of the tree of life; they are great friends. One jumps around, eating the fruit, while the other sits still and watches.”
— Mundaka Upanishad (3.1.1) & Shvetashvatara Upanishad (4.6-7)
We inevitably have to play the game of life, but it’s a delicate balancing act. If we get too lost in the game, it leads to anxiety and fear. But if we refuse to play, that too can create stress.
This is why I love most Sundays—I try to create as much space as possible for stillness and calm, to detox my nervous system from the adrenaline and stress that builds up while walking this earthly path.
As Lao Tzu says in the Tao:
“Can you remain still in the not knowing, until the right decision arises by itself?”
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If we want to live successfully in this world, I believe we must embrace paradox.
Stillness encourages positive movement.
Sitting in the mystery is where answers emerge.
Trying too hard leave is exhausted.
Our consciousness is like a radio—when we tune it into stress, our vibration becomes tense and constricted. But when we tune it into peace and love, we become clear and receptive to something greater.
These “holy days” (or as we call them, holidays) exist for a reason—to create space for rest and renewal. Because sometimes, when we do nothing, we seem to get more done.
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What could lead you to feel peaceful today?
Take a moment to pause and to think.
What could I do to feel good and more at ease?
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