Dilani Diva

Emily Dickinson wrote these words.

“…. Captivity is consciousness – and so is Liberty”
(From her Poem – No Rack can torture me)

I have been meditating on this line today. To be conscious, is to be aware. To be aware is to experience, to know, to even embrace. For the most part this is a wonderful thing. It is a growing thing.
To be confined and yet have Liberty! Both of opposite meaning and yet both lying strongly nestled in awareness.

This above lies in the simple form of thought. How we handle our mindset and how we look at life itself. Consciousness is born of experience and of thoughts. Both these factors are closely related and interconnected. One generally follows the other.

So how does captivity and liberty evolve from the same place at the same time?
It is purely created with the form or the type of thought that you generate.

It can be hard to think positively when life can be a little tough.

It is important for us to find a way through that tough time and move into the thought of freedom, of Joy and of liberty.
How to do so.

• Always try to move to a place where you are not alone. You have personal support. A friend or a loved one, to talk to is a good thing.
• Don’t stay alone in bed. Even though it is hard to do, step out into the yard.
• If the burden is too much to bare and you don’t have a close friend then go to a place where you know someone will be happy to help you. A religious ordinance for example.
• If you are still uncomfortable, and would like to solve this on your own. Play some peaceful music. Light some white candles and write down 3 good aspects that you can find in your life. and then focus on them.
• Lastly and most importantly ( this is subjective ) Talk to God…

So there we have it. Just the way we think can bring us freedom, and help us have a abundant life.
That is my wish for you my dear friends. To Live, To Laugh and to Learn.
Much Love and Many Blessings your friend and adviser.
Dilani Diva

For those who are weary of spirit here is a simple prayer for you. I always reach out to my personal prayer book when it comes to days that I am a little lonely . Words of comfort always help….

An offering.
Dear God in my heart today give me courage and wisdom to seek truth and light. Give me patience to understand the deeper meaning of this day. Remembering that each day is a pearl in the everlasting chain of eternity.
Let me harbor words of kindness in my spirit and feel your love in my soul. Let me share and give and learn, and through it all let me remain humble and true. For to be a child of God is a humbling experience. Thank you for this day. This hour, This moment. Amen.