06/13/2025
The importance of being parasympathetic nervous systems dominant. Why does it matter? Too much time spent in the sympathetic nervous system results in increased levels of cortisol and noradrenaline. The cascade of stress hormones contributes to the root cause of many health issues. Also, not good for one’s mental health and creativity. To get that spark back listen to sacred music (www.Rootlight.com has wonderful meditation cds; also www.chrismerrillyoga.com): a favorite song can also help boost your parasympathetic response. Feed it with joy music dance movement. Commit to not reacting. Take a deep breath. breath in for 5 counts hold for 5 counts and exhale for 5. Repeat for three minutes. Recognize the humanity in all people and respond with love - even when it feels really hard to do so.
The time has come for us to move away from everything that divides us so that we may learn to recognize our common humanity in each other. When someone falls apart we must extend a helping hand, along with our kindness, our compassion, and our unconditional love. Our spiritual practice must cause...