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As we work
together with the insect kingdom, we allow ourselves to be in harmony with
the earth and the pulse of nature. A change of season may bring about a change
in the insect activity in and around your home. Rather than heading for the
fly swatter or bug spray or calling the exterminator, try working with the
insect kingdom, rather than fighting it. Making this choice on a conscious
level puts you in touch with nature, allowing you to create harmony within
your ecosystem. Insects "bug" us for shelter,
water, or food, but they can also come into our lives to bring us a message.
Though many cultures have decided what insects represent to them, you may be
able to decipher their message just by thinking about their attributes. For
example, bees may be telling you to communicate psychically with your family
or to spread your talents like pollen. Their buzzing could be warning you
about someone who could sting you or reminding you to stop and smell the
flowers. Once you get their message, they may leave on their own. But if they
don’t, you may want to spend a few days patiently inviting them to leave. In
meditation or aloud, explain that this is your home and that the insect world
is outdoors. While you understand their hunger and thirst, you will provide
them with a designated place outside. Be sure to offer them appropriate food
and make a commitment to replenish the supply regularly. You can even make a
ceremony of it: Choose a time such as sunset every Sunday or every full moon,
then create a line of demarcation around your home (or perhaps on your window
sills if you live in an apartment or similar) with sage or by sprinkling some
herbs before giving your offering. This serves the dual purpose of keeping
your bargain with your insect neighbors and keeping you in sync with nature’s
cycles. As we make the decision to respect nature,
whether inside our homes, outside enjoying a picnic, or while gardening, we
acknowledge that we all share the earth and need each other for our mutual
survival. As we work together, we learn how to live in harmony with all
living beings. |
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