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Country: United States
State: California
Birthday: 4/3/1981
Gender: Female
Interests: ART, MUSIC, DANCE, politics , NATURE, Education, sELf-eXpreSSion
Occupation: Student
Industry: Education/Research
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AIM:  Minnievb
Member Since:
11/3/2002
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| "Broken"
With everything ahead of us
We left everything behind
But nothing that we needed
At least not at this time
And now the feeling that I'm feeling
Well it's feeling like my life is finally mine
With nothing to go back to we just continue to drive
Without you I was broken
But I'd rather be broke down with you by my side
I didn't know what I was looking for
So I didn't know what I'd find
I didn't know what I was missing
I guess you've been just a little too kind
And if I find just what I need
I'll put a little peace in my mind
Maybe you've been looking too
Or maybe you don't even need to try
Without you I was broken
But I'd rather be broke down with you by my side
With everything in the past
Fading faster and faster until it was gone
Found out I was losing so much more than I knew all along
Because everything I've been working for
Was only worth nickels and dimes
But if I had a minute for every hour that I've wasted
I'd be rich in time, I'd be doing fine
Without you I was broken
But I'd rather be broke down with you by my side
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I am the reflection of myself over time. My inheritence ressembles what I have gained along the way. This journey onward embodies a person who is derived over and over again. The transformation that takes place involves the process of adaptation. Like creatures who shed their skin. Some part of them has renewed and yet in actuality they are still the same. It is living in a dialectic of newness and maturation. More clever than before, yet humbled through experience. It is a continuous cycle that will live past eternity. |
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Maintaining equilibrium in a time when more is expected of the individual than ever before, when we are made more aware each day of the instability of the world and when we are constantly barraged with information requires focus and great skill. Practicing mindfulness is the key to constructively dealing with this climate.
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of consciously focusing on the present moment. When you practice mindfulness, you cease to worry about things beyond your control, and begins to focus on the here and now. Ceasing to worry does not mean you cease to care. In fact, worrying can often get in the way of being able to care deeply and truly. When we worry, we are often in an imbalanced state of mind, unable to respond effectively to the situation. Practicing mindfulness deepens you connection to your self and the universe, fosters compassion, and allows you to see problems more clearly and to find constructive ways to deal with worrisome situations.
Here are some easy ways to find a reprieve from worry via the practice of mindfulness.
Evaluate your worries.
We are often worried, but don't know why. We have become so used to a worried state-of-mind that it has become part of our habit energy. One exercise in mindfulness is evaluating your worry. Ask yourself what's really worrying you -- not what was worrying you yesterday or last week, but right now. You might be surprised to find that it's something quite small, such as sending a thank you letter or returning a friend's phone call.
It may be helpful to write down what's worrying you. Writing is a mechanical practice that helps to bring us into the present moment. Concentrate on writing clearly and legibly. Simply writing down your worries is the first step toward liberating yourself from them. They have now been transferred from your mind to the page.
Worrying actually robs us of the energy needed to accomplish things. Once you have identified the object of your worry, prioritize and take care of those little tasks. You will surely feel yourself freed of an unnecessary burden!
Turn off the outside.
Sometimes it's better to turn off outside chatter -- TV, radio, internet, maybe even certain friends and family members. The constant noise, chatter and information often adds to our worry.
Turning off does not mean tuning out; it's simply a way to minimize interference and allow your mind to come to rest in the present moment. For instance, if you're feeling a little frazzled and fatigued on the way home from work, radio reports about catastrophes throughout the world certainly won't help you. Try turning the radio off and driving in silence, or listen to your favorite music. When you get home, refrain from turning on the TV or immediately checking your email. Sit down with a refreshing beverage and enjoy this restful time after a day of work done diligently.
Meditation and contemplation.
Meditation and contemplation are key to resolving worry. Many people perceive meditation as not thinking. This is a misperception. It is much easier to meditate if one thinks of it as following thoughts. When one who may not be as practiced in meditation first begins, his or her mind will likely be a swirl of thoughts layered with voices, ideas and, of course, worries. This is okay. Allow yourself to follow this activity of the mind, while focusing on even, steady breathing. There will likely be an ebb and flow, but eventually your mind will tire of its own chatter, slow, clear, possibly pick up again, slow and clear. The goal is for it to come to rest. Then you can enjoy that sweet place of worry-free quiet, even if for a short time. That place is always there for you to return to when you need it.
Some people find it difficult to sit still in meditation. If that's the case, try walking meditation. Stroll in a quiet neighborhood, park or on a beach. You can even pace slowly around your house or apartment. Mindful meditation can be practiced in any relatively quiet and comfortable situation, moving or still. Inevitably, you will want to contemplate all the things you experienced while meditating.
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| Paula and Miguel
It began with their love and their desire to create a life together.
Their legacy continues strongly...with a love that endures... | | |
| ...My Spring Break in the Bay Area...
 Fisherman's Wharf
 Kennedy's
 Indian Food
 Trolley Car
 Still in the Wharf
 Our way to Haight
 A Foreign Car
 Santa Cruz
 Monterey Bay
 Aquarium
 Oh Eileen.. hehehe
 Bubba Gump
 Its storming outside!!!
 Storytelling
 BBQin It
 Stisters
 Auntie Asistins
 Cousins
 So Sweet!
 Crunked
 Evergreen Inn
Times like these let me know how loved and blessed life can be. | | |
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