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Susan Kramer
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Codependency - Freedom from Compulsion
I have observed that compulsions can arise as an energized thrust from agitation - mentally, physically or emotionally, or a combination of the aspects. I also include spiritually in the list, while still searching for the peace beyond understanding.
This is lesson 39 in the series "Conquering Codependency - Loving Without Leaning" looking at aspects of codependency from a spiritual point of view.
Calm, contemplative forethought and distraction are some antidotes for compulsive actions. The trick is to remember to think before acting out on a usual compulsion.
Freedom from compulsion meditation
Find a quiet spot. Sit up straight on a cushion on the floor or on a chair. Fold your hands in your lap or let them easily rest face up or face down on your thights. Close your eyes and begin even regular breathing like this: counts 1, 2 breathe in; counts 3, 4 breathe out; counts 1, 2 breathe in, and continue in this rhythm but let go of the actual counting. Now think about the following ideas:
Compulsions dissolve when our body and mind remain peaceful and relaxed. Think about it - there is no compulsive action during sleep or meditation.
Calmness, with freedom from compulsion is carried into waking life by reflective thought before acting. And, in combination with our decision to act for the common good our actions maintain our harmony.
Freedom from Compulsion Prayer
May I go from
Compulsion to freedom through
Calmness
Orderliness
Meditation
Insightful reflection
Loving attitudes
So that harmony prevails.
http:www.bellaonline.com/articles/art20881.asp
Meditation Site
Susan Kramer
BellaOnline's Meditation Editor
http://Meditation.bellaonline.com
Codependency - Freedom from Compulsion
I have observed that compulsions can arise as an energized thrust from agitation - mentally, physically or emotionally, or a combination of the aspects. I also include spiritually in the list, while still searching for the peace beyond understanding.
This is lesson 39 in the series "Conquering Codependency - Loving Without Leaning" looking at aspects of codependency from a spiritual point of view.
Calm, contemplative forethought and distraction are some antidotes for compulsive actions. The trick is to remember to think before acting out on a usual compulsion.
Freedom from compulsion meditation
Find a quiet spot. Sit up straight on a cushion on the floor or on a chair. Fold your hands in your lap or let them easily rest face up or face down on your thights. Close your eyes and begin even regular breathing like this: counts 1, 2 breathe in; counts 3, 4 breathe out; counts 1, 2 breathe in, and continue in this rhythm but let go of the actual counting. Now think about the following ideas:
Compulsions dissolve when our body and mind remain peaceful and relaxed. Think about it - there is no compulsive action during sleep or meditation.
Calmness, with freedom from compulsion is carried into waking life by reflective thought before acting. And, in combination with our decision to act for the common good our actions maintain our harmony.
Freedom from Compulsion Prayer
May I go from
Compulsion to freedom through
Calmness
Orderliness
Meditation
Insightful reflection
Loving attitudes
So that harmony prevails.
these are the compulsions i use to combat feelings of stress or lonliness.
thank you for sharing this. it seems the further i go, the more quickly i can return to center. before, what took weeks, now may take a day or hours.
i think this is the ultimate goal of recovery. rather than expecting perfection i am now grateful for how little "down time" my problems take away my serenity.
how little i suffer before i center.
xo