Short description
It is some years ago that Verena Martin commenced on the journey of learning 12-Step meditation. Now she is an avid and dedicated practitioner of meditation – something which forms part of her daily ritual.
Long description
"It is some years ago that Verena Martin commenced on the journey of learning 12-Step meditation. Now she is an avid and dedicated practitioner of meditation – something which forms part of her daily ritual. The author's spiritual writing is the result of the "impulses" and inspiration she receives while in this meditative state-of-being. When observing her in her daily conduct with friends and family, it is clear to see that it is indeed a state-of-being – a mindset. It is whilst in this meditative space that Verena became aware of the impulse to embark on yet another journey – a journey that would take her to the far and exotic world of Thailand. Without questioning rhyme or reason, she booked her trip, packed her trusted travel companion – a Canon 40D camera – and set off on this new road of discovery. Whilst in Thailand, she was amazed by the sense of belonging she experienced. She made an immediate "connection" with both the energy of the land and the energy of the people. Verena was deeply impressed by the dichotomy of the beauty in the chaos; the vibrant colours under the ever constant grey skies; the joy she observed on the local people's faces, even while being constantly busy earning their daily living. During the course of the next ten days, due to the fact that she was unable to converse with anybody in their local tongue, she revelled in the amazing experience of being in a quiet, self-connected space – even while being in the midst of the hustle and bustle of this energetic country. Verena captured these experiences, reflections and insights with her camera and her journal – her faithful guide and friend. Upon her return home, her very first words to me were: “I don’t know what happened to me while I was in Thailand, but something changed. Not only could I observe and explore their world, I could feel – really feel – what it means to them. Everything I have learned, everything I have read or heard during recent years all made perfect sense – instantaneously. For the first ever time I really had understanding. I became "one" within myself. My life…my being has completed a full circle and my spiritual purpose was revealed to me like a gift. Everything is clear now. I have so much gratitude!" While the photographs allow the observer to mindfully partake in this picturesque – nonetheless real – world of Thailand, Verena's writings invite the reader to truly experience – to feel – the journey within. A journey which leads to understanding, insight and awareness – the one-ness of Being."