The Trail of Life

Where I live in Sedona are many hiking trails. They ascend, descend, and fork. They vary in difficulty. They wind around forests, streams, and rocks. They change with the seasons and weather and time of day. Big rocks sometimes move unexpectedly into the paths, as well as branches. Rains shift the terrain. Even experienced hikers sometimes get lost or stranded.

So it is with life. Sometimes even the guides among us--the ministers, intuitives, leaders--lose their way and need help.

On this trail of life, my goal is to live in serenity. I've gotten myself in shape for attaining peace of mind. I've followed a map that includes daily journaling to get troublesome thoughts out of my mind and onto paper so I can be rid of them. Each morning I meditate and set an intention for the day. Throughout my day, I am aware of what I'm thinking and feeling so that I make constant adjustments, keeping myself on the path and not wandering. To end the day, I express gratitude.

Sometimes my life's trail takes a turn I didn't expect or want. Sometimes a big boulder blocks my path. Sometimes I need help. That's when I make a phone call to a trusted advisor, listen carefully to the calmness in her voice, take a deep breath, and resume my journey.

You write it:  Right now, what is your life's trail like? Describe it. What will you do?