Afterward Part 3: Touchstones
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Jerusalem,
Israel
Monday, June 23, 2008
"There is only one journey. Going inside yourself." By Rainer Maria Rilke
This is my list of touchstones that I reference now and again while traveling. It's purpose is to keep me centered and grounded and remind me of what is important. At the end of each trip, I review it and make any additions or changes. Make your own list with the help of Jim Currie in The Mindful Traveler. I have just started doing this, so most of these are directly from his book. With more trips, I will add more of my own.
· I don't have to see and do everything on the list!
· Focus on what we're doing at the moment. Live NOW.
· Be open - all senses and respond.
· Body and soul are on this trip!
· Be open to the unexpected, and don't sweat the small stuff.
· Let the experiences and the images find me.
· Follow intuition - don't succumb to over planning and a tight, rigid schedule.
· Stay rested and nurture our spirit. Rest & relaxation are sacred. Make sure you balance the days so this is possible.
· Practice breathing and self reflection - find the emptiness between thoughts.
· Every state of mind, every choice and action and engenders consequences.
· Listen to the voice of possibilities; only observe the voice of limitation.
· Observe my thinking.
· Be flexible with the days. If you find something you like, stay with it and don't move on until you feel ready. Remember, you can't possibly do everything on the list!
· Keep your eyes and ears open. If something looks or sounds interesting, follow your intuition and see what you find! Wander, listen for music and follow your ear. If you see a tour group and where they are coming out of isn't on your list, check it out to see if it's of interest.
· Review the personal intention for the day. Be mindful and put on the screen of my mind in the morning.
