Spring A Step Forward

April's theme in creating an Abundant Life is "Spring A Step Forward".

To me this means..avoid the stagnant. Continue to move in a forward direction in my thinking and in my doing. Take some chances. Get out of your comfort zone.

Here is what I have been doing:

Remember that ipod? Well, I have put it to good use. I have downloaded music yes, but so much more. I am filling my mind with the positive messages. Here is what is playing in my ear...."Marianne Williamson's Miracle Thought For the Day", "Pray As You Go", "Meditation Station", "Meditation Oasis". These are all free downloads from itunes. I also download on a regular basis: This American Life, This I Believe, and NPR: Storycorp podcasts. Downloading them means I can listen when I have the time or need a boost.

Another step. I have increased my connections with others. Meeting new people can open the doors for new experiences and ideas. Meeting up with old friends can help you see where you have been, maybe will tell you how far you have come, but also may give you a new perspective.

Recently I met a new friend in my yoga class. We meet for coffee after yoga at our favorite coffee/chocolate shop and our range of topics so far spans religion, politics, family, and yoga. We have had a similar response to our new yoga experience and we have enjoyed each encounter. I am looking forward to what this new friend can teach me!

Last week I received a call from a high school classmate. She is soon moving to another state. This week we met and it was so much fun. She is the same intelligent, smiling, fun-loving, beautiful and creative person that I knew in high school. Even with her move I know that our friendship will continue to thrive.

I have renewed connections with cousins. Those children I knew who ran around at family reunions. We are now adults and we are still having fun together. Our relationships as adults are very different. A step forward. They are deeper, more loving, and more engaging.

I have another friend who on a regular basis challenges me. I cannot be friends with this person and remain stagnant. This friend allows me to say what is on my mind, accepts the changes that I have been working toward and supports my quest for Abundance in many ways.

These are my ways of "Springing a Step Forward". They will be different with each and every soul. But, I do know that it is abundantly clear, I am meant to live my live in this way for today. I am meant to share my thoughts and hopes with these friends today. I am meant to be challenged and to grow spiritually and mentally and to live a life of abundance.

I cannot wait for what is to come! I know that April will offer more opportunities to Step Forward. We shall see!

There is a fitting movie clip about a woman's response to the risk of stepping forward. If you are interested you will find it here at Wingclips.com.

Abundance is....a daily miracle thought, old friends and new!