For many of us, this time of the year is taking time out to share with friends and family in celebration of the abundance that surrounds us. Whether this is done quietly or with lots of fan fare, acknowledging those around us, even if it is to spend a little time with them, is a true gift.
It is also a personal time for me to give gratitude to all that I have accomplished and experienced throughout the past year ~ for this contributes in making me the person I am today and is the fabric of my existence. Why is it that we sometimes only realize how precious someone or something is once it is no longer with us? This may be a person, our health, an experience, or even an exciting adventure. It may appear at the beginning to be not so special, when in reality they contribute a lot to our lives. As the journey of life teaches us…say what you want to say – NOW ! Do what you want to do – NOW ! You never know when this opportunity will pass your way again, as life can change in an instant. As we all have experienced.
One of the loveliest times of my year is between Christmas and New Year when I have time to reflect and reassess. To give gratitude for what I have. For what is working in my life. And what is not. What is meaningful to me? What would I like to include in my life ? Asking these questions and truly acknowledging what is important in my life, has me then create clear aspirations for the forthcoming year in alignment with what makes my heart sing ! I feel excited even as I write this now because I feel so empowered by what I can create and manifest. We all can. Just ask yourself the questions. What is important in my life ? Who are important to me ? Why ?
One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is to be proactive about your health and wellbeing. Stimulating your mental and physical side so you feel energetic and alive ! Connecting in nature to rebalance your emotional and spiritual selves will not only reconfigure but create inspiration that will lift and excite you ! Pure joy, lightness and energy comes when we have access to experiences that we know will contribute to our wellbeing ~ mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally.
Journeys of the Spirit ~ a boutique travel operator based in Perth ~ was created 12 years ago, bringing together my tourism industry career with my personal desire to create experiences in the world that balance mind, body and spirit with a sense of fun, exploration and discovery. Whether it be a health retreat to Kerala to re-energize and experience amazing days of treatments, deliciously healthy organic food, yoga, long walks or lazing in your hammock in a stunning tropical setting ; or exploring the magical Kingdom of Bhutan – high in the Himalayas, their spirited hearted culture and breathtaking scenery will deeply touch and inspire all of your senses ! Or maybe it is Spain and walking the Camino that will inspire and excite you ? Walking through the most stunning parts of rural Spain, delicious food and wine, resting in delightful boutique rural inns – it will have you feeling on top of the world !! We have many options for our small group departures throughout the year. Many describe these journeys as “life changing experiences, never to be forgotten!”
Join us for a talk on the 22nd February explaining the concept behind Journeys of the Spirit and our upcoming exciting journeys for 2012 travelling with like minded others.
Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Retreat - Kerala India
See details of information night in February 2012
Julie Baker
Owner/Director
Journeys of the Spirit