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Letting Go... by Laurel Hicks

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Our trip is coming to a close, but I feel as if our adventure is just beginning. There is a sense of peace and ease within myself. My monkey mind has slowed and I am much more present than I have been in a long time. I'm not sure what did it, practicing yoga everyday, perhaps the joy of being around these wonderful children, maybe being surrounded by such an inspiring group of women or perhaps just knowing that I have been living fully and completely doing something that I love. There is such a sense of connection. A feeling of oneness with the people of Cambodia, the women in our group and even the nature surrounding us.

For once in my life, I am letting go. Putting my complete faith and trust that the Universe will open up to exactly the place that I should be. There is no planning, no over-analyzing, no attachment to the end result. Just allowing my intuition to lead the way. Just sit, close my eyes and breathe. The opportunities will present themselves as they should. I have already begun to see this happen in my own life. Small opportunities, chance meetings, little miracles popping up everywhere. Where will be my next stop? I truly have no idea but for now I will stop planning and instead live fully present in every moment and let the pieces fall into place.

My intention is to head forward to a place that feels good in my heart and fills up my soul. Knowing that this is exactly where I am meant to be.

Comments

Laurel,

Your words and thoughts over the last few weeks have been filled with so much love, gratitude and often had me with a smile on my face, and yet from them, any reader could sense the magnitude of the conditions that the people you have encountered live in every day. You are inspirational to so many others to take steps to improve the lives of others. This journey of yours started with just one, and it blossomed into something absolutely breathtaking in so many ways, I'm sure! To Laurel and everyone on the Cambodia team, you are wonderful!

It is so inspiring to read how this trip has changed your outlook on life. I can tell by your writing that it has been such a moving experience. I am sure that the yoga influence was part of it all but all of you women must be special people all on your own even without the yoga. What you brought to these children was so selfless and inspiring. Know that you have made a difference. Gale O'Malley.

What a beautiful way to move forward in your life. I can only hope that I can do the same. Thanks for the inspiration!

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