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Re-creation as Recreation
September 2005
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I just returned from an amazing-beyond-description vacation in the barren desert of Nevada, at an art festival called Burning Man. It was a profoundly creative, expansive experience...one that has broadened my perspective of self, others, and the world.

Since my return home to a world of clocks, money exchange, and plumbing, I'd like to share the two primary concepts that have permeated my being as a result of the experience, and that I have vowed to integrate fully into my day to day life. I offer them in hopes that they bring you a quality of grounded joy and inspiration similar to what I've experienced.

#1. I have an overwhelming desire to get rid of "stuff."

This desire has taken hold of me so much so that no task feels more important than ridding myself of excess. I recognize like never before the influence of too much "stuff" acting as a literal weight and killjoy. Having an excess of things bogs down the energy field and limits the ability to experience just how expansive we are. It's important to note that prior to my vacation, I desired more, not less. Nothing but my perception and awareness has changed.

So, I've begun cleaning out, one room, or drawer at a time...and have set a new standard for what I keep. For me to rationalize keeping something, I must either love it or need it, or both. Otherwise, it goes. How lovely it will be to only own what I need and love!

#2. Re-creation as recreation...

This theme so thoroughly permeated my experiences, that it was as if someone was saying "Tara, pay attention!" Since we create and re-create ourselves in every moment, 'identity' is fluid and in a constant state of flux. Whatever mold we perceive ourselves to fit, is just that - our perception.

Based on this, it's clearer than ever to me that if an old model of Self no longer serves, we can create and re-create ourselves. This creative power to change lies within each and every one of us. How freeing, and fun...

Questions to Consider:

* What standards do you have for purchasing and keeping "stuff"? Is the standard serving you and the world?

*Is there a "new you" still working within an "old you" construct?

*How willing are you to embrace your power to re-create yourself?