Lake Superior, Minnesota (photo by GG)
It’s been about a month since I deleted my Facebook (FB) account. At first, I missed FB. I felt FOMO (fear of missing out). Mainly, I thought I’d miss photos of my granddaughter, Athena. But knowing that I wasn’t on FB, my daughter regularly texts me photos of Athena. Plus, I’d rather see her in person.
There is one thing I noticed since deleting my FB account: I have more peace. My family and friends can text or call me anytime. I’m here for them. But it feels so good to take back my life.
I no longer feel the pressure to keep up with everyone, and I’ve had more time to do things I enjoy. If someone says they posted something, I just say, “I’m no longer on Facebook.” I’m free from any commitments.
The good thing about FB is that I can rejoin at any time. But for now, I love the peace. I’m also limiting my time on all screens – which reduces my anxiety. I create peace. I am peace.
I want to share a heart meditation that I find helpful. It’s from the book “Awakened Sleep: An Ayurvedic Approach to Getting Rest and Unlocking Optimal Health,” by Suhas Kshirsagar and Sheila Patel.
Heart Meditation:
- Do the heart meditation anytime after 6:00 pm or before going to sleep at night.
- Lie down in a comfortable position.
- Scan your body from head to toe. Observe any tension in your body.
- Let go of any tension. Take a few deep breaths.
- Focus on your heart. Feel any sensations without fear.
- Return to your breath. On the inhale, focus on your heart area. On the exhale, say to yourself, “OM SHANTI.”
- Repeat, focusing on your heart on the inhale and saying the mantra on the exhale.
- Do this meditation for 15-20 minutes or allow yourself to go to sleep (if you do the meditation before bedtime).
It’s a special time to be alive. There is a “Great Awakening” happening. But with this awakening, we need to bring peace and love into our lives. We need to set boundaries and take back our precious time.
May peace be with you.
Namaste.
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