| Creating a Sacred Space |
Sacred Space can be as small as the breath taken in during prayer, as large as a cathedral or as expansive as an ocean
view.
Unless you already have a special peaceful place set up in your home I suggest you challenge yourself to create a
"sacred space" somewhere within your living area. Perhaps you are fortunate enough to have an extra room you can
use to retreat to when you need some time to yourself. When it is time for a child to leave the nest consider
converting the newly evacuated bedroom into a sacred space rather than making it into a guest room that is only
used occasionally. Do not feel as if you must wait until you have a spare room to create this space. Consider opening
up any corner and building an altar there, or empty a closet of its clutter and toss a couple of pillows upon the floor
for use in quiet prayer or meditation.
Once you have chosen the space, clear the entire room where your sacred space will exist (even if only a corner is
being used).
A fresh coat of paint on the walls might be nice. Incorporate household rules as to who is and who is not allowed
into this space. Is this to be your space alone or can other family members use it when you aren't using it? Select
pleasing visuals, kinesthetics, sounds, and scents for your Sacred Space surroundings.
I like to fill my Sacred Space with Willow Tree angels and figurines and all aspects of religions. I have a buddha, A
Zen Buddha, A crucifix, crystals, elements of the earth, candles, windchimes and aromatherapeutic candles and
scents. I try to incorporate all elements of the earth--earth, air, fire, water, metal. When I walk into my healing
space, it had my energy imprints. I use this room for meditation, reading, reconnencting with myself and for seeing
clients for healing.
Once your space is in place you will likely want to honor it by doing some type of ritual, be it Wiccan, Native
American, casting a gypsy spell, giving a prayer of gratitude, or blessing it in whatever way best aligns with your
belief system. You will soon find yourself drawn to this sacred space more and more as you seek the solace and
restfulness it provides. You begin to wonder how you ever lived without this Sacred Space that offers much healing,
comfort and warmth.
How to Create A Serene Sacred Space - Simple steps to take in setting up an indoor sacred space.
Make Your Home a Sanctuary - Stresses the importance of having a place of one's own. There are no rules. You will
know it is right when you feel it.
Clear your space
· Remove clutter from the area
· Dust and vacuum
· Smudge the area with sage
· Epsom Salt/Alcohol clearing
· Open the windows and let some fresh air breeze in
Import your favorite things into your space
· artwork
· plants and flowers
· scarves
· feathers
· crystals and gemstones
· sea shells
· wind chimes
· water fountains
· drums
· harps
· candles and incense
· photographs
· teddy bear
· inspirational books
· mirrors
· pillows
· sofa or favorite chair
· grandma's quilt
· journal and colored ink pens
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