Positive Energy

little things like these make my day, I was searching high and low for some wisdom on garnering positive energy and expelling negative energy and in a moment of synchronicity - I came across this passage:

This is the “Light Prayer" of our Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing upon him). Apparently, if we recite this everyday, we will see some significant changes in our state:

Light Prayer of Muhammad

O God, grant me Light in my heart, Light in my grave,
Light in front of me, Light behind me,
Light to my right, Light to my left,
Light above me, Light below me,
Light in my ears, Light in my eyes,
Light on my skin, Light in my hair,
Light within my flesh, Light in my blood, Light in my bones.
O God, Increase my Light everywhere.
O God, Grant me Light in my heart,
Light on my tongue, Light in my eyes, Light in my ears,
Light to my right, Light to my left,
Light above me, Light below me,
Light in front of me, Light behind me,
And Light within my self; increase my Light.

credits: The Threshold Society

flamboyant aspirations

Just for some self-amusement I am attempting to record these 3 arias.
My "studio" is going to be my toilet, it has just the perfect "theatre" echo I need. make do with watchu got is what i always say!

1) Ave Maria (Gounod's version is my favorite)
2) Dido's Lament
3) O del mio dolce ardor (Gluck).*

*Believe it or not, My mom (who is a music major) sang no.3 on national television in B'desh.

Now I know why I love to go off on my morning squalls while I'm showering - It's all in the genes. Maybe I'll post it up if I'm not too embarrassed by them.

Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings while the dawn is still dark

I have been reading this book called "The Fragrance of Faith", authored by Jamal Rahman (who is also Bangalee). It is a gift from a very dear friend of mine whom I love and respect immensely.

Everytime I feel uneasy about something, I read a few pages of this book and it instantly uplifts me.

an interesting insight, on self-reflection (which we often forget):

Make it a habit in everything you say or do to ask yourself, "Does my speech or action derive from a place of divine attributes within me: truth, love, compassion, beauty? or do they spring from a place of the little self in me: fear, pettiness, jealousy?" Be mindful of the question and make conscious efforts to originate from your soul. No matter how inconvenient, choose to honor your "soul need". The light takes care of the obstacles. Have faith.

However, if you lapse or succumb to a petty or selfish impulse in you, remember to be merciful with yourself and be utterly hopeful. The Universe lovingly provides a stream of opportunities to help you connect with your soul.