As you know, I am a total geek about the human body. 

For some, it's cars, spreadsheets, the planets, or the garden. For me, it's this stunning form that we have chosen to experience the world in. We are a magical, moving piece of artwork covered up by the largest organ we own-our skin. It's challenging to love anything that we cannot see, I agree, but we celebrate the forests and oceans even when they are thousands of miles away. We honor passed loved ones, our religious beliefs, and even gravity-none of which can be seen. Yet, all day, we walk around hiding the most spectacular showcase of strength, energy and grace, without paying it our respects.

If we could see inside of ourselves, we would all be more mindful--of our silence to work ratio, giving and receiving, nutrient selections, and time with spirit and earth. We would witness the effects of our choices, by our heart tirelessly pumping, our livers straining to detoxify, and our knees bravely cushioning the impact of every step we took.

I know I have ranted about how beautiful you are before, but this time I have a suggestion. A ritual. A prayer of sorts.

Let us all (myself included), set aside 2 minutes a day for personal gratitude time. Shower time is good, at night before bed, or out on your daily walk. Pick a couple of forgotten spots and have a word with them: "Legs (touching them), thank you for carrying me through the day today. I love you. Sweet tummy (touching it), thank you for handling my food selections today and providing me with energy. I love you." Then pick an area that has been talking to YOU, and answer back: "Low-back, I hear you. You have been carrying around some discomfort, and I am sorry. I love you. What can I do for you?"

You see, we ARE our bodies. Our tissues and stardust are a physical representation of our eternal light. When We are glowing in balance, then our body intrinsically exists in balance as well. When we ache, something needs to change. Let us create or reunite the most important relationship we have-that one with our Self.

Try it---I assure you, you will not be disappointed.