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A pause gives you breathing space,
So listen, to the whispers of the real you,
waiting to happen.”
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When our life is packed with too much activity, and there is no room for pause; it leaves no space to receive the universal flow of wisdom, love and creativity. When we take a pause, a moment in time, we give space to ignite the flame within.
This is from Fire, by Judy Brown
What makes a fire burn
is space between the logs,
a breathing space.
Too much of a good thing,
too many logs
packed in too tight
can douse the flame
almost as surely
as a pail of water would.
So building fires
requires attention
to the spaces in between…
…A fire
grows
simply because the space is there,
with openings
in which the flame
that knows just how it wants to burn
can find its way…
Creating a Pause
Sit in nature under a tree or on the floor at home
Close your eyes
Take a deep long breath in and out through your mouth. Repeat this 4 times
In the next breath in, hold for 3 and breathe out for three. Repeat this 4 times
Notice how you body feels in this space
Notice how your body relaxes in the space
Move down your body slowly and find spaces that feel tight or contracted
Breathe into those parts of your body
Feel how it creates space and relaxes your muscles and your busy mind
Notice what comes up for you in this space and what your body can teach you.
(Practice anytime you need a pause)
LIVING IN THIS MOMENT 
Our recent move has provoked an unavoidable pause, and though difficult to deal with at times, I am realizing that it has been very valuable to both my head and my heart. Thank you for elucidating this, Karen! Xo
It’s so true Lori. Often we are forced into situations that change us and yet, it also creates new practices that enhance our future. You are a great example of this and I’m glad it feels like it’s helping. 💕💚
Pause. Breathe. Notice. Repeat. Got it.
You got it! Now practice it 😇
A wonderful practice to better your health. Thanks, Karen. xx
It really is. Thanks Jennifer 💚
Beautiful reminder to pay attention to the spaces in our lives and to breathe! I do conscious breathing a lot and in fact will talk to myself out loud encouraging myself to take deep breaths. And, every time I get a chance I am in a forest for restoration and delight! GREAT post and I thank you! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
It’s a beautiful practice for life. Thank you Amy 🙏🏻💚
i’m feeling spacious
and somehow
warmer, Karen 🙂
Beautiful 🌈
Reaching for it today. Spent lots of time outside, taking care of me, breathing in the beautiful day!
Sounds perfect Eliza! Enjoy 🌈🌅
Oh, this is exactly what I needed to hear today–as life shifts again and I remind myself to pause. Not to rush to figure things out. To allow space for a new fire to take off . . . thank you. XXOO
It’s a beautiful poem! And so true how we cram all the logs on top of one another in life, and then wonder why there’s no space for the fire within and around us to light up! Glad you can find some pause today 💕💕 Have a great week xx
Ah, yes, delicious pauses. Thanks for the inspiration to create more space, Karen!
They are delicious! Thanks Vicki 🌈💕💚
I love this poem and haven’t seen it in years. Thanks for bringing it back and for the reminder to breathe. Four deep breaths and I can feel the difference in my body.
It really does make a difference. Thanks Ali 💚