{"id":2439,"date":"2011-06-15T11:05:27","date_gmt":"2011-06-15T18:05:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.noomii.com\/?p=2439"},"modified":"2011-06-15T11:08:29","modified_gmt":"2011-06-15T18:08:29","slug":"creating-fulfillment-in-a-changing-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.noomii.com\/blog\/?p=2439","title":{"rendered":"Creating Fulfillment in a Changing World"},"content":{"rendered":"
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“Find Purpose, the means will follow.”<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

-Gandhi<\/span><\/p>\n


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“In a time of crisis we all have the potential to morph up to a new \tlevel and do things we never thought possible.”<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

-Stuart Wilde<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Most of us have been impacted in one way or another with the changing economic conditions. For many of us, that can be a challenging reality, leaving us with feelings of uncertainty and insecurity.<\/p>\n

However, during such times, there also exists the opportunity to explore other serendipitous and magical experiences that can occur in our quest for inner peace and serenity in these difficult times of economic recovery.<\/p>\n

The magic comes when we are willing to let go of our need to know the outcome in every situation. This allows us to focus our attention on the things we have power over, such as: creating meaningful memories, living fully in the moment, taking time to enjoy the simple pleasures of time spent with family and with ourselves. In the past, we may have neglected to value these simple treasures. We have come to realize that there is no certainty in what the future may hold!<\/p>\n

To change how we view the present, and look at the future with a sense of calmness and confidence is the key to discovering inner peace, regardless of the ever changing external world conditions.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

\"yogaworld\"<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

We can pause to notice the little things that fill our hearts and create a sense of tranquility inside. There is a wonderful metaphor which talks about the center of the cyclone, in which there exists a state of stillness and calm. While simultaneously, the swirling exterior of the cyclone is destroying everything in its path. We need to be able to retreat to that calm center within ourselves when it appears as though everything is being turned upside down around us. In my experience, that is the only place where true peace can be found.<\/p>\n

Here are some of the things I have discovered which give me a sense of fulfillment and appreciation for the ever changing conditions around me:<\/p>\n

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