Remembering those Special Moments of Timeless Presence

By Sheridan K Hailley

First seen in Maui Vision Magazine, 2014

What if the secret to a long and healthy life is remembering that we are timeless beings?

Do you recall a special experience in your life where you merged especially deeply with the magic of the moment? Retrieving just such a memory, and feeling it fully in our bodies helps us remember that such divine magic exists- timelessly in every moment.

Such magic was revealed for me one evening while traveling: On a stargazing walk, my attention was captured by a vision ahead of a tawny creature being cradled by a woman. As I approached, I stood amazed as she extended this precious bundle to me. Fur soft like the down of a baby chick touched my skin. I was filled by the ease of this new life as it relaxed openly in my arms, it’s oversized paw draped down my arm. Low, throaty rumblings echoed the power of a being much larger than this delicate newborn. I felt elated!

In that moment, time was suspended. I melted into something greater than myself. Holding a baby lion had tickled my inner child and returned me to my soul self in a most profound way.

In hectic or challenging moments in our day, in can be helpful to reconnect with a magical “timeless” moment. I invite you now to call forth a timeless moment of your own. What is your “baby lion” experience? Breathe the gifts of the experience back into your body. Allow the nourishing sensations to restore your being. Remind yourself of the magic that is true for you.

May we embrace the gifts of unexpected, magical experiences – and the truth of timeless presence!

Sheridan K Hailley MA CPT counselor and healer, helping others to “activate their magic” 808.344.4410