Shakespeare said “Intervals of idleness are essential to creative work.” The Idler (UK magazine) proposes that idleness has little in common with laziness; rather, it’s more about the notion of contemplative productivity with the minimum of fuss (philosophy of Gavin Pretor-Pinney, co-founder of The Idler magazine). ALL the rest of nature does this during the winter season – why don’t we?
Kate’s Turn: I’ve been anything BUT idle recently. In fact, I feel constantly pressured by so much to do in
such little time; I’m still unpacking boxes, still looking for work, still
developing a coaching practice, still shopping for winter clothing, etc. But instinctively, the decreasing
amount of daylight and decreasing temperatures lead me to pull inward and
rest. I feel like just watching
the leaves fall, like basking in the yellow glow of the sunny maple leaves, like
staring at the bonfire flames. I’m
trusting that all these outcomes will be generated in due time, if only I take
the necessary time to sit within my core essence and be in sync with all of
nature by slowing down to a point of minimum fuss.
Following these examples of nature, I’ve introduced a new
meditation into my routine at twilight.
While quieting my outer self during the fading light, I’m connecting to
a new depth within myself-that stillpoint of core essence, Source Energy, from
which all of my life flows. Resting in this place is a nurturing activity for future creative
expression.
Get Fired Up:
As we enter a busy time of year in outward activity, how will you honor your internal well of creativity with your presence?
Listen and respond as idleness beckons……….
As we enter a busy time of year in outward activity, how will you honor your internal well of creativity with your presence?
Listen and respond as idleness beckons……….
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