Partitions

A partition is a divider, as you know, and can be made of many different materials. Where there was space, it was divided. Though a partition can separate very large spaces, it always separates and divides the whole into smaller sections or parts. We partition ourselves in many ways. Part of the reason for this is security and protection and part of the reason is a definition. By separating and containing, we identify. That partition sometimes indicates 'mine' - whether it is for work in an office or a room in a home. Most people like partitions of some sort because the openness invites crowded conditions. Though it would seem there is more space, it is often filled so we identify and personalize our space to have room for ourselves and for different activities.

When we partition in life from others, we do so for many reasons. Again it may be survival or protection, but it is often to identify the self we are from others. Each person does need space for that self and a sense of identified space where we can have others invited in or not, so seeing that partition is necessary to different degrees, why then should we spend any thought on it? It is simply that too often partitions become blocks, walling us from others, and becoming so strong that it is almost impossible to allow anyone to come into that space. We all know 'loners' and we respect their space, but if we become too isolated in our space, it does not allow as much room for spiritiual growth as well as mental and emotional growth. It is important to remember the need for balance in our lives, to construct the partitions we need for space, privacy and thoughtfulness, but also to remember not to make them impenetrable. Sometimes partitions can be removed temporarily or they can be left in place and one can symbolically walk around them. It is not necessary to think that one must be open at all times and without boundaries. We all need some time to think, to listen, to turn within. We need time to be ourselves in our own way without the needs and desires of others Partitions are neither good nor bad totally, they just are there for a need. When we hide behind our partitions, that is another outlook. It becomes a safe refuge and haven, but sometimes it can becomes a prison-like space. Again, we have to have balance.

As the architect of your invisible space, whether it be your mind or your emotions or your physical body, remember to add balance to the partitions you build. Remember, too, that spirit has no boundaries, yet requires balance.