{"id":19,"date":"2011-02-10T23:55:00","date_gmt":"2011-02-10T23:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.law.harvard.edu\/simplyjith\/2011\/02\/10\/sacred-spaces\/"},"modified":"2011-02-10T23:55:00","modified_gmt":"2011-02-10T23:55:00","slug":"sacred-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archive.blogs.harvard.edu\/simplyjith\/2011\/02\/10\/sacred-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"Sacred Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Were there times you felt that you needed some space? Actually, we all need some “space,” some time to ourselves and some place to recharge our batteries and renew our spirit. When we look at it, we are all occupied with our usual aspirations and challenges, that we tend to forget the deeper meaning of our existence…our attempt to be at peace with ourselves. <\/div>\n
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It is important to realize that there are three facets to a well developed personality i.e. mind, body and soul. In  our daily routine, we tend to focus on one or two of them ignoring the importance of striking a balanced approach towards all the three. It becomes essential that we seek time for self, immerse in understanding ourselves better, thus reconnecting with our inner selves.<\/div>\n
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In such an attempt, we are making an effort to look within us, thus  reaching out to the greater thought. Thoughts are never owned by one single person, rather thoughts have no limitations in regard to space and time. Methods of telepathy showcase how thoughts can reach beyond boundary definitions, while the emotional turmoil one passes through, when he\/she is deeply involved with a collection of thoughts, speaks of their power to control us and subsequently define our actions. In our attempt to reconnect with ourselves, we are essentially, gaining greater control of our thoughts, and thus gaining control over self. <\/div>\n
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In ancient times, places where one could reconnect with self were considered sacred and were often found in nature \u2013 a grove, a hill or valley, or a mountain.  But you don’t have to go outdoors to find a sacred space.  You can create a sacred space right in your own home. It doesn’t matter how small your living quarters are, even a corner of a room can do.  A sacred space is an area where you can sit and contemplate, or let your mind wander and relax, ponder, and dream.  You need to let go yourself, to pursue a thought, follow a thread. Such an activity will help discover yourself better, thus establishing a greater connection with self.<\/div>\n
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Your sacred space is where you shall seek answers to strike the right balance amongst the three facets…where you can find yourself again…where you shall find your peace. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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