Balance is an illusion

We often hear in holistic and health circles that we all need balance. Well I'm here to tell you today that balance can never be achieved and in actual fact is quite disastrous. Why? Imagine the classic image of the scales; a representation of balance. Well if the scales are balanced that means that there is no movement. No movement = stagnation, stagnation = death.

We are energetic beings, an energetic planet. Everything is always in constant motion, from the tiniest particles to the biggest trees. Life is not about balance it is about harmony. We must learn instead to move through life gracefully. Sometimes we need to pay attention to our health more, sometimes our finances, sometimes our relationships. Think of a band. You don't hear all the instruments playing the same volume and having the same presence throughout a performance. Sometimes the drums disappear and the guitarist will break out into a solo. Another time the vocalist might be more prominent.

Through daily meditation, diary entries and personal reflection, we are able to gain insight into who we are and what our needs are. Meditation and mindfulness allow us to be more present so that we are able to focus on what needs attention in the moment, from day to day. It also allows us to access a wider vision - the bigger picture - so that we are able to look at things from a distance. As we practice this more and it becomes part of our daily routine; so too does it become easier to move more gracefully through life.

“Harmony is pure love, for love is a concerto.”

- Lope de Vega