The Labyrinth

What is the labyrinth?

A labyrinth is a pattern that can be walked as a form of moving meditation.  A labyrinth pattern will have one path that leads in to a centre point and one path out.  As we walk the pathway into the centre of the labyrinth, we are metaphorically walking the path into our centre point, our place of inner stillness.  This is the place where we are connected to our deeper levels of awareness and where we are open to receiving insights, answers and guidance.

How is walking the labyrinth helpful?

Walking the pattern of the labyrinth naturally quiets the mind so that we can become connected to our inner guidance.  The pattern of the labyrinth helps us connect to our centre point, it helps us find the place where we are in balance.  As we walk the pattern, it is literally balancing the energy of opposites, such as yin and yang, masculine and feminine, and it can naturally bring about a state of inner harmony and cohesion. 

The labyrinth can be walked in many ways.  A common approach is to walk the labyrinth with a question.  As we walk and our mind settles, we begin to open to receive new information in relation to the question we are asking.  The labyrinth can be very helpful to walk during times of stress, periods of spiritual seeking, when looking for answers, when feeling disconnected, or when we wish to celebrate and give thanks.

The labyrinth can be walked in many ways to deepen, enliven and enrich our experience of life.  At Spirit Garden, we offer a variety of labyrinth workshops that explore different ways of approaching this tool for prayer and meditation.

 

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