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When we have created a sanctuary in our
home, it’s easy to share our space with those we know well. But it can
sometimes be jarring to have the outside world come into our homes, such
as strangers like cleaners, contractors, or technicians. Acquaintances of
our partners or friends of children also bring something new and
different. If we resist their presence, treating them as an intrusion, we
restrict the free flow of energy and may miss the gift they bring.
Instead, we can choose to treat their energy as an exchange as well as an
exercise in acceptance.
Before their arrival, we can prepare by
envisioning light surrounding our bodies and radiating outward from the
core of our homes. We may want to create a calm and welcoming environment
by playing meditation music or lighting incense. We can remove tension
for all involved by putting away our valuables. Then when they arrive, we
claim our boundaries by guiding them through their visit — asking them to
remove their shoes, offering them a place to put their tools, and
indicating by example to speak softly or not use harsh language.
Finally, remember that we learn about
life by connecting with others. Our homes don’t need to be used as a way
to keep people out. Instead, it can be a welcoming place where we accept
and offer gratitude for the presence and gifts of others. When we share
the joy of our homes, we radiate our light rather than hide it behind
closed doors. The more we do this, the more the outside world can become
like the sanctuary we’ve created inside.
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