Use this verse for reflecting, understanding and recovering the way to stay in bliss.

Begin by choosing a quiet place. Sit still in meditation and take some even breaths, such as 2 counts to breathe in; 2 counts to breathe out; 2 counts to breathe in, and continue until body and mind feel relaxed and calm.

Then repeat this verse with attention and reflection. Finish your meditation by recording your thoughts in your journal. Periodically review your notes to see your progress.

"Each of us
a conscious soul
is master of our mind
We choose to dwell or not
on our passing thoughts
We choose when to use our mind
as a creative tool
to come up with solutions
Every action of our body
is response to a thought from mind
Conscious mind
Cellular mind
Our bodily systems function as a result
of the intelligence of our cellular mind
Mind precedes bodily function
on all levels
Mind can change its mind
to reshape any function in our body
at any time
As conscious souls
we have control over the use of our mind
which passes on to mind having control over
the actions of our physical body
All states of mind
emotions, attitudes, determinations
effectively alter the composition of our body
moment to moment
Bliss, the state of mind
closest to our conscious soul
most effectively balances, heals
bodily ills
Bliss is the reward for making the choice
to bring our mind into alignment
with the highest good of the moment
Bliss is blissful because it is
the fullest expression of each moment
Our mind aligned
with our soul by bliss
best blesses our body
and everybody."

Article and photo credit Susan Helene Kramer

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