Outside my window a little bird’s tiny chirp leaves me with a smile “Be! Be! Be!” is her mantra “Here! Here! Here!” is my response We repeat our chants until this Buddha spirit lifts her wings in flight I made up the term “tanku” because this poem is made up of a tanka followed … More Meditation Mantra [tanku]
Sixth Chakra Mantra May I see the essence of myself with honesty May I look beyond outward appearances to see the essence of others Seventh Chakra Mantra May I be receptive to the lessons that the universe offers me May I give back to the universe with gratitude The sixth chakra is the light chakra … More Mantras for Chakras Six and Seven
Fifth Chakra Mantra May the words I use represent truth from the perspective of my unique path May I listen to words of others with respect and lovingkindness May I speak what is necessary and choose with intent to remain silent when appropriate May my words promote peace and playfulness As a writer, I view … More Mantra for Chakra Five
Third Chakra Mantra May I create my unique path with intent using the resources offered by the universe Fourth Chakra Mantra May I acknowledge the dignity of the unique paths of others whose paths touch my own May I treat all paths with respect and lovingkindness The third chakra is the fire chakra located … More Mantras for Chakras Three and Four
Mantra for Chakra One: Earth May I feel the earth under my feet and grow roots to connections I love. May I honor my physical body and provide it with a healthy environment. Mantra for Chakra Two: Water May I move through space with intent and find pleasure in the gift of this temporal life. … More Mantras for Chakras One and Two
Wind Rush 