Today's DailyOM Offerings...
April 21, 2015
Rhythms of Sleep
Christopher of the Wolves
2015
Can percussive music really help you sleep? Absolutely, say fans of Christopher of the Wolves, whose soothing soundscapes are enjoyed worldwide as a gateway to relaxation and rejuvenation. Rhythms of Sleep brings us a series of tracks from an artist who is uniquely gifted at combining percussion and spaciousness to ease body and mind. Adept at playing more than 20 instruments from around the globe, Christopher focuses on the beautiful tones of the Pantheon Halo handpan in his most serene recording yet.
April 21, 2015
Loving Compliments
Sagittarius Daily Horoscope
You may feel like complimenting the people you care about, which could make you quite tender in your interactions today. Complimenting and supporting your loved ones may seem a natural way to let them know that no matter what happens, you care about them deeply and completely. Even though it may seem easy to say nice things, today you might wish to make certain that your kind words are sincere and heartfelt. Perhaps you can picture that your words are flowing directly from your heart to the person with whom you are speaking. As you imagine your words flowing over your loved one, you might also envision holding them in a space of complete and unconditional love. Establishing this connection between your heart and words may bring a more profound sense of trust, honesty, and greater love to your interactions.
True tenderness comes from the connection between our hearts and our words. Unless we express what we truly feel, our words may seem artificial or even false. Connecting our feelings and compliments, however, not only makes what we have to say affirming, but it also confirms that the support we give is pure and genuine, allowing our love and tenderness to flow much more freely. Learning to give admiring comments in this way will make our relationships full of trust and strengthen the level of understanding that passes between our loved ones and us. By speaking from your heart today, the praise and encouragement you have for others will be heartfelt and full of pure love.
April 21, 2015
Coming at Conflict with an Open Heart
The Strength of Compassion
by Madisyn Taylor
Conflict should always be met with open ears and an open heart.
Conflict is an unavoidable part of our lives because our beliefs and modes of being often contrast powerfully with those of our loved ones, acquaintances, and associates. Yet for all the grief disagreements can cause, we can learn much from them. The manner in which we handle ourselves when confronted with anger or argument demonstrates our overall level of patience and the quality of our energetic states. To resolve conflict, no matter how exasperating the disagreement at hand, we should approach our adversary with an open heart laden with compassion. Judgments and blame must be cast aside and replaced with mutual respect. Conflict is frequently motivated by unspoken needs that are masked by confrontational attitudes or aggressive behavior. When we come at conflict with love and acceptance in our hearts, we empower ourselves to discover a means to attaining collective resolution.
The key to finding the wisdom concealed in conflict is to ask yourself why you clash with a particular person or situation. Your inner self or the universe may be trying to point you to a specific life lesson, so try to keep your ears and eyes open. Once you have explored the internal and external roots of your disagreement, make a conscious effort to release any anger or resentment you feel. As you do so, the energy between you and your adversary with change perceptibly, even if they are still operating from a more limited energy state. Consider that each of you likely has compelling reasons for thinking and feeling as you do, and accept that you have no power to change your adversary’s mind. This can help you approach your disagreement rationally, with a steady voice and a willingness to compromise.
If you listen thoughtfully and with an empathetic ear during conflict, you can transform clashes into opportunities to compromise. Examine your thoughts and feelings carefully. You may discover stubbornness within yourself that is causing resistance or that you are unwittingly feeding yourself negative messages about your adversary. As your part in disagreements becomes gradually more clear, each new conflict becomes another chance to further hone your empathy, compassion, and tolerance.
Rhythms of Sleep
Christopher of the Wolves
2015
Can percussive music really help you sleep? Absolutely, say fans of Christopher of the Wolves, whose soothing soundscapes are enjoyed worldwide as a gateway to relaxation and rejuvenation. Rhythms of Sleep brings us a series of tracks from an artist who is uniquely gifted at combining percussion and spaciousness to ease body and mind. Adept at playing more than 20 instruments from around the globe, Christopher focuses on the beautiful tones of the Pantheon Halo handpan in his most serene recording yet.
April 21, 2015
Loving Compliments
Sagittarius Daily Horoscope
You may feel like complimenting the people you care about, which could make you quite tender in your interactions today. Complimenting and supporting your loved ones may seem a natural way to let them know that no matter what happens, you care about them deeply and completely. Even though it may seem easy to say nice things, today you might wish to make certain that your kind words are sincere and heartfelt. Perhaps you can picture that your words are flowing directly from your heart to the person with whom you are speaking. As you imagine your words flowing over your loved one, you might also envision holding them in a space of complete and unconditional love. Establishing this connection between your heart and words may bring a more profound sense of trust, honesty, and greater love to your interactions.
True tenderness comes from the connection between our hearts and our words. Unless we express what we truly feel, our words may seem artificial or even false. Connecting our feelings and compliments, however, not only makes what we have to say affirming, but it also confirms that the support we give is pure and genuine, allowing our love and tenderness to flow much more freely. Learning to give admiring comments in this way will make our relationships full of trust and strengthen the level of understanding that passes between our loved ones and us. By speaking from your heart today, the praise and encouragement you have for others will be heartfelt and full of pure love.
April 21, 2015
Coming at Conflict with an Open Heart
The Strength of Compassion
by Madisyn Taylor
Conflict should always be met with open ears and an open heart.
Conflict is an unavoidable part of our lives because our beliefs and modes of being often contrast powerfully with those of our loved ones, acquaintances, and associates. Yet for all the grief disagreements can cause, we can learn much from them. The manner in which we handle ourselves when confronted with anger or argument demonstrates our overall level of patience and the quality of our energetic states. To resolve conflict, no matter how exasperating the disagreement at hand, we should approach our adversary with an open heart laden with compassion. Judgments and blame must be cast aside and replaced with mutual respect. Conflict is frequently motivated by unspoken needs that are masked by confrontational attitudes or aggressive behavior. When we come at conflict with love and acceptance in our hearts, we empower ourselves to discover a means to attaining collective resolution.
The key to finding the wisdom concealed in conflict is to ask yourself why you clash with a particular person or situation. Your inner self or the universe may be trying to point you to a specific life lesson, so try to keep your ears and eyes open. Once you have explored the internal and external roots of your disagreement, make a conscious effort to release any anger or resentment you feel. As you do so, the energy between you and your adversary with change perceptibly, even if they are still operating from a more limited energy state. Consider that each of you likely has compelling reasons for thinking and feeling as you do, and accept that you have no power to change your adversary’s mind. This can help you approach your disagreement rationally, with a steady voice and a willingness to compromise.
If you listen thoughtfully and with an empathetic ear during conflict, you can transform clashes into opportunities to compromise. Examine your thoughts and feelings carefully. You may discover stubbornness within yourself that is causing resistance or that you are unwittingly feeding yourself negative messages about your adversary. As your part in disagreements becomes gradually more clear, each new conflict becomes another chance to further hone your empathy, compassion, and tolerance.