Aspire Magazine: Inspiration for a Woman's Soul.(TM) Aug/Sept 2016 Aspire Mag Full Issue | Page 62

that I need to hear in the moment. This practice will often shed light on blocks that you don’t recognize in your conscious mind. Don’t try too hard, just let it flow! 3. Grounding This is my favorite tool. Go outside and put your bare feet in the grass or the dirt and feel the roots from the soles of your feet burrow deep into the earth. Use this connection to focus the energy flowing from the earth to you. Feel the Terra Firma and know that your connection to earth and spirit is stronger than any block you are facing. PRACTICE IDEA: Walk barefoot in the grass or in the winter (or if you live in a city) have a potted plant that you can fluff the soil and touch the leaves. 62 Integrate a natural element into your daily practice. I use nature sounds everyday. Nature is truly healing. 4. Meditation There are various ways to meditate; all of them allow communication among the levels of consciousness and both sides of your brain. Meditation is the tool that allows you to access resolutions and ideas that aren’t flowing through your conscious mind. Relaxing into meditation will allow you recognize and clear the energy that is not serving your highest self. PRACTICE IDEA: Meditate for a few minutes and don’t be worried about clearing your mind. Just sit quietly and let your higher self do the work. You can also combine meditation www.AspireMAG.net | August / September 2016