Meet the Burglars

I remember the peer pressure when I was very young and taking something I didn't even need or want from a store. I got caught. The shame I felt and the hurt I caused my father was awful. I learned quickly this virtue and yama of yoga philosophy, Asteya, non-stealing. I know how theft feels from the other side, whether an item, my time, energy and sometimes my ideas without credit or permission.

One of my top love languages is Quality Time. If someone gives their valuable to me, I feel happy. So I try to "show up", be present and not distracted by phones, for instance. And, to not interrupt when another speaks or needs my attention and time in return. I recently bought a Talking Stick from native traditions and shared it in a gathering of 9 women. We got to complete our thoughts when speaking before the stick is passed to another for their turn. A respectful practice that helps me as I get excited to jump in sometimes although it feels better to be a giver and listen patiently. Being punctual also prevents being a time burglar.

My Authentic Native American made Talking Stick

When we take what is not ours or needed there is a karmic effect in that the same action will be done to us in return to balance the act. Let's take from others and the planet only what you require then resupply the source with what you can give in return, or more.

Giver more than taker,

Gina

Fusion Owner, Registered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master Teacher, R.N.