A praying mantis crossed my path this morning. I ran for my camera hoping to capture this peculiar insect. There was no need to rush, my chartreuse friend was peacefully waiting for my return. The sound of the zoom lens caused the praying mantis to turn his triangular head in a curious manner. I snapped away and he remained still. So what is my lesson here? I took out my Animal Speak book by Ted Andrews and was not surprised at my message for today. " Praying Mantis ~ Power of Stillness. Through learning to still the mind and go within, we can draw upon great power~~physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. The stillness can be simple contemplation, a meditation, or even sleep and dreams. The ancient mystics spoke of seven levels of silence that can be used by us, the first being simple contemplation and the last being death. In between them are dimensions that can add tremendous power to our life. This is part of what praying mantis teaches. It teaches how to still the mind, so that when it is time to act (in any form) it is done with surety, accuracy, and great power." One of the goals of yoga is to still the mind. Ananda, the bliss of being. If a praying mantis crosses your path ask yourself, am I being impatient? Do I need to spend more time practicing yoga? Being present? Is my breath deep and free ? Am I missing life's simple blessings ? Take some time out of your day to meditate on the power of stillness and enjoy the sweetness of being.
Namaste !!
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