I am absolutely loving being out in the country this summer. I’m right next to the sheep pastures and the fields of canola, barley, and wheat. I love to see the cows grazing in the fields and walk amongst them on my visits to the sacred sites nearby.
I even got an “I 44” message on the back of this cow who is in the field just next to Stonehenge – how cool is that?
We are connected to all of life. I recognize that my being does not stop where my skin extends. Daily my breath extends far out beyond where I can see or put my attention. Therefore, my practice of nonviolence extends to the earth upon which I live, the whole environment.
I honor the earth and myself by conserving natural resources and avoiding the purchase of products that deplete rain forests or exploit labor forces. I recycle and reuse even when it is not convenient. For me to throw away something I could easily use or recycle feels like an act of unkindness to life itself.
I buy recycled and eco friendly products, sometimes they cost a little more in terms of money, but I never feel the pinch because all of life knows that I am honoring it and life is generous with me in return.
In the moments when I am not conscious of how my choices affect the environment I have become a willing sleepwalker because I truly do know better. My commitment to my practice wakes me up.
I bless the fields and their inhabitants as I walk through them. I bless the water flowing through the rivers I walk along – remembering the work of Dr. Emoto.
Today I practice nonviolence by expanding my commitment to honoring my environment. I recycle, I reuse, and I reclaim. As I honor the earth, I honor every one on it, including myself. By extending my commitment to practice nonviolence, I show others what is possible, even when no one is watching.
We’re waking up together and I’m so grateful for that! If you’re finding what I’m sharing to be helpful won’t you please share at facebook and twitter let other know? Thank you!
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