November brings a transition from autumn to winter; nature is preparing to rest. Likewise, we must prepare spiritually for the dark, inner times. As the harvest season comes to an end, we feel like celebrating and enjoying it all while we can. The counterbalance to November in the year’s calendar is May, when we fully awaken to the coming growth season. Just as we become more active physically and spiritually in May, the instinctive tendency is to slow down now. We must transform the outward activity into something more contemplative, less ephemeral, if we are to survive our spiritual winter.
Focus Questions for November:
- What is real in your life? Are you building a foundation on the things that are most important?
- Do you know what the biggest obstacle is to the success of your goals? Do you have a plan for attacking it?
- Is your definition of control more focused on yourself or other people? Where is the balance of power most comfortable for you?
- What has been the greatest challenge you have faced? How did it change you?
My Favorite November Affirmations:
- I know who I am; nothing anyone says can change this.
- There are infinite paths I can follow, and I am always right where I need to be.
- I soar like an eagle.
- Wisdom is as strong and silent as the tide.
- I achieve many major breakthroughs on my journey.
- My courage enlarges my being and pushes the boundaries of what I am.
- I am an intense flame that achieves the results I need.
- My instincts sustain me; my mind, spirit and body know what is best for me.
- I face the chaos for the sake of new growth.
- Support for the weak, healing for the mistreated, equality for all.
- I recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
- Gratitude is part of my everyday existence.
