Awaken your Senses! A Conscious Awareness to Sensual Pleasure

photo by Teahna

As much as we’d like to veer away from our electronics, in today’s world, it is clearly unrealistic to do business, connect with others, or function in society without our tech tools. Not impossible, but unrealistic. That being said, I also realize that because of this electromagnetic field of play, we, as a society, have become increasingly reliant, addicted, distracted and disconnected from our own energy field and the human body as a result.

Unless we strike a life-balance to cleanse and clear the bombardment of computer radiation, we can unintentionally numb out and suffer tremendously. I’d like to bring some attention back to our physical senses and how beautiful they can be. Conscious awareness of the bliss and euphoria dictated by these five glorious receptors is quite pleasurable should we allow our spiritual essence to ground into our body and FEEL.

There are many ways to awaken your senses, and it’s up to you to find what floats your boat. The most important thing is to practice in a state of presence and reverence. Make it sacred. Allow your sensory palate to reawaken, come alive, and experience the body in a renewed way. Here are some insights and my faves...

SIGHT:

Our eyes - the window to our soul. Through an intricate lens, we filter all that we experience in the world. What beautifies your world? What is aesthetically pleasing to you? Is there something you can stare at for hours with an unwavering gaze? Something that you rarely tire of looking at? My favorite is a gazing at sunset. Being a night owl, I awaken into the renewed energy through the dusk. Noting the end of the day, once the sun goes down, my power arises to new heights of creativity and action. Close your eyes and visualize something you enjoy, then make it a point to go out and see it for real.

SOUND:

Being an auditory person - one who takes in information primarily through their ears- it is often a grand shifter for my current state of being. The tone of a person’s voice, the words they speak, a song that resonates with my frequency, a tone that lifts my vibration all have a substantial effect on my wellbeing. The sound of water running or waves crashing upon the shore are often calming. The beat of an upbeat song, invigorating. What do you respond to? What makes your ears perk? Have you ever thought about it? Are you in tune with yourself, your soul and what you love to hear? Here’s one of my favorite songs sent to me by one of my favorite beings, with love, which makes it extra special. Take a listen and pay attention to what is invoked in you.

video plucked from youtube

SMELL:

One of the most effective marketing campaigns was created by Mrs. Field’s Cookies and the scent of fresh baked chocolate chip cookies wafting through the mall. People promptly changed their course and headed directly to the store by the groves. How many of you stopped? Our sense of smell can be quite powerful inducing memories, emotions, and even sensations. Other than food, we can imagine the smell of the ocean, a bouquet of roses, or the air after a rainfall. When I think about the scent that enlivens me most, I often think of burning sage, or diffusing essential oils. If you're unsure about yours, just ask your nose, it always knows!

photo by Teahna

TOUCH:

Think about the last time you had someone stroking your hair. Did you feel loved? Did you feel a bit funny? Did you get instantly relaxed into a state of peace? What about a good hug? Or a back rub? Technically you don’t need another to enjoy the sense of touch. I have an affinity for anything soft...cuddling up in a fuzzy blanket, laying naked on a soft fur rug, feeling a soft kiss upon my lips, or petting my cats and feeling the vibration of their purr. Whatever you choose, relish the moment and fill your memory banks with the goodness.

personal photo by Josh Pasmore

TASTE:

Last but not least is the ever-exhilarating sense of taste. Our mouths hold thousands of buds designed to savor the ultimate feast of flavor. Food is the most obvious but what kind of food is it that delights your senses? Italian? Chinese? Thai? Or, maybe it’s a specific spice, herb, fruit or vegetable. For some odd reason, I feel that eating food out in nature, explicitly camping, is more delicious. A meal with a glass of wine, even better. The next time you go to put something in your mouth, take a pause and slowly enjoy the delicacy.

Thank you for allowing me to remember this practice. I'd love to hear about yours.
Enjoy, in joy!