The
practice of mindful parenting brings our child close, even when he
or she is far away. Sometimes, our child may be close to us physically,
and still be very far away. When we tap into our bodies,
and awaken to the vitality and aliveness of our bodies, our awareness
expands. We become closer to our child, to ourselves, to
other living beings, and to the cosmos.
Today, if you are in
physical contact with your child, place your ear to your child's chest.
Do so in a quiet place and listen deeply to your child's beating heart.
Breathe deeply and feel your belly expand. Become fully present
to the extraordinary magic contained in the moment. Your child's heart
is always beating. As you listen, consider that there was
a time, before your child was born, when there was no beating sound,
and that one day there will come a time when this beautiful heart
will cease to beat. As you lift your head, and the sound
softens, listen for the echo of your child's beating heart.
My child's heartbeat
Resonates throughout her body
Echoes across the cosmos
As you go about your day, you will hear
rhythmic sounds and other sounds that bring to mind your
child's heartbeat. When you do, recite the above verse.
The
depth of your connection to your child is as deep and true as the
sound of your child's beating heart.
