DAY 19 (FIRE): Facing Your Death / Embracing Your Life

There is an expression - "It is a good day to die". Think about what this means to you and what you would consider a good day to die.

Affirmation for the Day
"I live in the present moment with courage and love."

Today
Cherish your life and embrace your death.  And cherish life and death in all its forms.  Notice the dead leaves and plants as well as the new sprouts pushing through the earth, and remember that without death, there cannot be life. 

Make a ceremonial fire with a candle or a fire.  In this fire, place something that represents your body or your past identity.  You can write or draw on a piece of paper something that represents your identity.  As it burns, say, "Although I have a body/identity, it is not who I am.  In my essence, I am Divine Light."  Focus on the flame as you do this.

To take it up a notch, answer these questions honestly and from your heart:
  1. Are you ready to die?
  2. Do you feel complete and at peace with the life you have lived?
  3. If not, what would you have liked to have done differently?
  4. What would you have done less of and what would you have done more of?
What are your priorities?  What have you been putting off?  Make a plan to take action.
Good luck and see you on Day 20:)