Tempering the monkey mind

The noisiest place in all the universe can be inside One's monkey mind.  I have been yearning to refine a daily practice that brings me into intention and awareness before I emerge for the day.  I decided it doesn't need to be long and drawn out -- just something personal and sacred to me to help me emerge, integrate and keep my consciousness of sacred life. 

My daily ritual is the following:  conscious, sacred breathing & meditation to begin my day;   conscious, sacred breathing & forgiveness before I retire.

Practice to Emerge: 

• 10 conscious, life-filling breathes,
  
• time in The Silence and
  
• an affirmative to set an intention for the day.

Practice to Complete: 

• 10 conscious, life-filling breathes,
  
• time in The Silence,
  
• release and forgive all trespasses and
  
• an affirmation for thanksgiving.

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