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At the end of the day, as the sweet, dark stillness of night beckons us to lay down our bones and rest, we find ourselves
at a clear transition point: Behind us lies the previous day and all that has come before; ahead of us, dawn heralds the unfolding
of all that is yet to be. While many of us have morning rituals that connect us with our center and help us to set intentions,
we may want to explore the magic and power of nighttime ritual as well. It holds for us a beautiful chance for self-appreciation
and blessing. Before you go to bed each night, you can send gratitude, compassion, and healing to the being you have been
up until this moment. And you can send lightness and love into the future for the one you are in the process of becoming.
Though simple, this action honors the journey you have taken thus far, while opening you to the wonderful possibilities
still ahead. When you consciously engage with your own evolution this way, you may find that your sleep gets sweeter, filling
your night with a deeper sense of trust and relaxation. As you rest, you can surrender to these peaceful hours, knowing that
the road behind you has been seen and acknowledged with respect and kindness, while the path ahead now holds your own benevolence
and well wishes.
This bedtime ritual empowers you as the only one who can determine the meaning of your own past and the hopefulness of
your future. By setting this special time aside each night, you can begin to orient yourself on your path of growing. It allows
you to let the past have its place, to trust that the future is taken care of, and to simply rest yourself in the graceful
arms of the present moment.
Article from DailyOM
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