Aligning with the Cosmos
This week we are experiencing a remarkable cosmic event. On Jan 25 and for the next two weeks or so eight planets in our solar system will be in alignment.
The planets all orbit the sun in roughly the same flat plane, known as the ecliptic, but they move at different speeds (Earth is 365 days, Mercury 88 days, Neptune 165 years) Thus to have the planets to all be in their orbits on the same side of our sun, within the same degrees in our sky, so that we can see them is more than special. On average the three inner planets line up every 39.6 years while eight every 396 billion years.
The alignment is seen as a moment of cosmic synergy, where the Earth and its inhabitants can tune into the rhythm of the cosmos fostering a sense of unity and collective growth and to manifest intentions aligned with universal flow. How apropos as Red Doors begins our countdown to our tenth anniversary next month.
On Feb 1 ten years ago I took possession of the keys to the bare studio and began construction. Literally on a wing and a prayer driven by determination and an inner voice saying ‘do it’ unquestioningly I anted up my savings to establish the first dedicated gong centre in Asia.
They say it takes a village to raise a child. The studio is a living breathing testament to the dedication and contributions of many over the years to whom I am eternally grateful.
Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. Helen Keller
It is true I can do anything but can’t do everything. Oprah advises that it is ok to rely on others to accomplish our goals. I have been blessed over the years with talented hands and hearts appearing seemingly just in time.
Anderson Wong conducted the Feng Shui reading and placed auspicious elements in strategic locations; Jane Chow’s good taste and eye for design created the colour palette and was instrumental as a liaison with the contractors; Makin Ma and I spent considerable time on the brand essence and logo, we ordered everything from the cups to bolsters. The multi-talented Jenny Stocksen was invaluable as my right arm for sourcing my first purchase of 120 yoga mats, moving in, settling, and capturing moments on film.
The planetary alignment aligns us with universal flow, the gongs connect us with this universal sound current.
A ship is always safe in harbour, but that is not what it was built for. Albert Einstein
My passion to share these tools with all and sundry has never waned, if anything it is a powerful as ever. The potential is a blue ocean of opportunities with each day, each email, each inquiry offering ways to make a difference to the lives of others.
In the coming weeks I will continue to share my story – capturing highlights in a timeline on the website.
If you have a story or memory of how Red Doors has touched your life or wish to share a testimonial, please do email me at martha@red-doors.com
