EmoJing In MoShen

07/27/2026

Becoming Peace

When we have peace within,
our outer world begins to flow more gently too.
Not because every storm has passed,
but because we no longer become the storm.

The heart that rests in stillness
sees with clearer eyes,
speaks with kinder words,
and walks with quieter steps.

Peace is not found
at the end of perfect circumstances.
It is born in the silent space
between one breath and the next,
where the soul remembers
it was never separate from the whole.

As we soften our resistance,
life softens its grip.
The river continues to flow,
yet we no longer struggle against its current.
We learn to float in trust,
to surrender without fear.

The world reflects
what we carry within.
A peaceful mind plants seeds of compassion,
a peaceful heart becomes a sanctuary,
and every act of love
ripples outward in ways unseen.

So let us return, again and again,
to the sacred silence within ourselves.
For every moment of inner stillness
becomes a blessing offered to the world.

When we become peace,
we do not simply witness a more peaceful world,
we help create one,
one breath,
one heart,
one ripple of kindness at a time.

~ 'Becoming Peace' by Spirit of a Hippie

✍️ Mary Anne Byrne

~ Art 'Peace Within Me' by Wayra Arts

06/20/2026

Serendipity Corner this is such a wonderful message 🌺

Each new day is a precious gift, reminding us that not a single moment should ever be taken for granted, as tomorrow is never promised.
Too often, we find ourselves consumed by worries and procrastination, losing sight of the beauty in the present.
It is essential to laugh, smile, and not take everything too seriously; life’s fleeting moments deserve to be embraced with joy.
When we reflect on our past, we realize that many of our troubles have faded into distant memories, leaving room for growth and happiness.
Practicing gratitude is crucial, for appreciating what we have opens our hearts to receiving even more.
By acknowledging the blessings in our lives, we cultivate a positive mindset that can transform our experiences.
So, let us cherish each day, reminding ourselves to live fully and joyfully, allowing gratitude to guide us toward a richer, more fulfilling existence ..

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🖋️Olamik

Serendipity Corner 🥀

04/09/2026

When I was a kid taught us a song. It goes a little something like this “the most important person in the whole wide world is you and you hardly even know you! The Most important person in the whole wide world it’s you and it’s true”
No one is coming to save you
No one is going to look out for you the way you should and
No one is going to care as deeply about the things you care about you do.
So please, do yourself and the rest of us a favor and start looking out for yourself. You’ve been walked on and ignored enough. Get to you know your true magic and set this world on fire with your talents and gifts.
See you for SunSet QiGong when we put this day to a close
Credit for quote
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04/01/2026

Thank you Ullie Kaye Poetry🌺

02/18/2026

Welcome . Let’s try and nourish the ying energy during this year of momentum & action!

12/28/2025

As the dark days of Winter begin to surrender to the gentle return of light during the Yule period, a sense of calm settles in, whispering of renewed hope and the promise of fresh beginnings.
With each flicker of daylight, my heart stirs with excitement, pondering the mysteries that lie just around the corner.
Life, with its twists and turns, keeps my spirit engaged and curious, much like the wonderment I felt as a child.
The passing years do not dull my desire for adventure; instead, they teach me to cherish what truly matters, kindness, love, and the nurturing moments that enrich our seasoned souls.
In this quiet pause between the old year and the new, I take a moment to gather my thoughts and strengthen my resolve, preparing myself for the gentle arrival of new opportunities, as the light seeps softly into the world, reminding me that every ending holds the promise of a fresh start ..

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🎨Lucy Grossmith

Serendipity Corner ✨

12/28/2025

Blessing for the New Year Spirit of a Hippie

A Blessing for the New Year

As the new year approaches,
may we find time to pause,
not to rush ahead,
but to arrive fully
where we already are.

May we remember what this past year has given us:
the joys that surprised us,
the sorrows that shaped us,
the lessons that asked for patience,
the unexpected moments of grace.

May we honor all of it without judgment,
trusting that none of it was wasted.

May the year ahead meet us gently.
May it teach us when to step forward
and when to rest.
May we find the courage
to release what no longer serves us,
and the strength
to carry what still needs our care and attention.

Bless this coming year
with clarity when the path feels uncertain,
with steadiness when the ground shifts.
May we be guided by wisdom rather than fear,
by compassion rather than haste.

May our hearts remain open,
open to love in its many forms,
open to connection,
open even to vulnerability,
knowing it is the doorway
to a deeper and more meaningful way of living.

May we speak more honestly,
listen more fully,
and choose kindness,
every single time.

As we step into this new year,
may we do so with a renewed sense of hope and a deep gratitude
for the quiet miracle
of simply being here,
right here and now,
in this very moment.

~ 'A Blessing for the New Year' by Spirit of a Hippie

✍️ Mary Anne Byrne

~ Art Unknown via Pinterest

12/21/2025

A Season of Rest and Renewal

Unearth your natural rhythms,
move with the soft pulse of life.
Winter exhales with gentle breath,
a season of stillness,
a balm for the soul.

As the trees stand bare
and creatures retreat to hidden dens,
so too does the spirit crave
its own gentle hibernation.

Not idleness, but sacred pause,
a time to soften,
to breathe,
to mend what has worn thin,
to draw deeply from the wells of renewal.

In this stillness, we gather strength,
balance is restored
and the soul blooms anew,
rested,
replenished
and renewed.

~ 'A Season of Rest and Renewal' by Spirit of a Hippie

✍️ Mary Anne Byrne

~ Art by Wendy Andrew of Rivers in the Ocean

12/21/2025

Something to think about Magic and Mental Health

It is enough.

What we have to go under the tree and in the stockings will be enough. Nothing else will be purchased. No more products will be researched. No more product reviews will be read. I will delete the Amazon app. I will stay out of the stores as much as possible.

Every holiday event we are attending is already on the calendar. Nothing else will be added. No more traditions will be brainstormed and master minded. No more crafts will be Pinterest boarded.

We have enough. We are doing enough. We will eat food, and it will be enough. What we have will spark enough magic, make enough merry.
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It is enough.
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I relinquish my role as chief magic maker. I become a co-participant in magic instead.

Anything that doesn’t get done really isn’t that important. I refuse to work myself into a holiday frenzy, a mad dash, a final push. Whenever I feel it coming on, I will remember that the simplest things make the magic.

Now we give ourselves space to let the magic settle.

Now we give ourselves presence:

A hymn clunked out with one finger on the piano. A single candle lit in the darkness. A slow drive through any neighborhood to look for lights. A cup of hot cocoa and a cheery movie. A phone call to a friend.
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I will be the still, small figure in the middle of the whirling snow globe.

The magic will come. The magic is here. The magic of what IS will be enough.

~ Catherine Gray
Unsilenced Woman

Art by Amanda Clark
earthangelsarts

12/21/2025

🌑 WINTER SOLSTICE - 21 DECEMBER❄️
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On December 21, we enter Dongzhi 冬至, the Winter Solstice — the longest night of the year. In Taoist philosophy, this moment is a profound energetic turning point. While the outer world rests in darkness, the inner world begins its quiet renewal 🌙
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At Dongzhi, Yin energy reaches its deepest stillness, and from this stillness Yang is reborn — gently and invisibly, from within.
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Ancient Taoist masters taught that this day marks the true beginning of the inner year, when life force returns not from the sky, but from the body itself — from the kidneys, the heart, and the deep reservoirs of Chi.
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As Master Mantak Chia teaches: “At the Winter Solstice, life force turns inward to renew itself. This is where true cultivation begins.” 💬
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☯️ Winter Solstice Taoist Practice
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Small Heavenly Orbit (Microcosmic Orbit)
This classic Taoist meditation is traditionally practiced during Dongzhi to support energy circulation, warm the internal organs, and awaken inner light ✨
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Begin by sitting comfortably with an upright spine. Gently touch the tongue to the upper palate to connect the energy circuit. Smile inward.
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Place both palms over the navel and breathe slowly into the lower abdomen, feeling warmth gather in the Lower Tan Tien, the primary center of Chi.
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With each inhalation, guide the energy upward along the spine — from the perineum through the sacrum to the crown.
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With each exhalation, allow the energy to flow down the front of the body, passing the throat, heart, and solar plexus, returning to the navel.
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Move slowly and without force, as if riding a soft wave of light 🌊
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After 6–9 rounds, rest your awareness in stillness and feel the quiet rebirth of Yang within Yin 🌕
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☯️ Continue Your Winter Cultivation with Master Chia
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If you feel called to deepen your Taoist practice during this powerful season, you are warmly invited to continue your journey at Master Chia’s Winter Classes on January 8 - February 3, 2026
⠀Join Live Online👉🏻 https://www.mantakchia.com/event/winter-retreat-2026-online/?utm_source=facebook
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May this Winter Solstice return light to your body, warmth to your heart, and clarity to your path🙏