The Symptoms of Inner Peace
*A tendency to think and act deliberately, rather than from fears based on past experiences.
*An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment.
*A loss of interest in judging others.
*A loss of interest in judging self.
*A loss of interest in conflict.
*A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others.
*A loss of ability to worry.
*Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation.
*Contented feelings of connectedness with others and nature.
*Frequent attacks of smiling through the heart.
*Increasing susceptibility to kindness offered, and the uncontrollable urge to reciprocate.
*An increasing tendency to allow things to unfold, rather than resisting and manipulating.
Thank you to the author: Saskia Davis at www.symptomsofinnerpeace.net
Also Thank you to: www.onesanctuary.com for inspiration and finding this quote in the first place!
As we come into the holidays we may contemplate how to enjoy them fully without stress or undue expectations placed on ourselves and others. It is well known that bringing peace to our planet is one of the most important elements in the realignment with vital health and well being that is being called for now in our times. Yet, it is not political peace that I am speaking of here, for that is an outcome of another kind of peace. It is the peace within us that when actualized, or at least practiced to the best of our abilities, contributes to the overall peace among nations, countries, communities and individuals. It is this self-Peace, if you will, that everything else unfolds from. Breathing peace may include some of the “symptoms” above…and will most definitely release one from the need to make the holidays, or our lives in general, “perfect”, and instead create unforgettable moments that will nurture, inspire, and sustain collaborative relationships and evolutionary creativity. 
Breathing peace may include creating a “sanctuary” for ones self in the midst of many tasks and seemingly endless obligations. This sanctuary can be in nature, on the back of a bicycle, feet enclosed in a good pair of walking shoes, a quiet space dedicated to contemplation/reflection within ones own home, in a bathtub filled with aromatic steam arising from a body covered with warm and comforting water, a bowl of homemade soup, a cup of hot chocolate, spiced apple cider or tea, a bookstore or library with comfy chairs to read from, a midnight walk in a star studded sky, a full inhale connected to a full and released exhale for several minutes, or any number of “sanctuaries” that bring peace and balance to the moment.
Here is an additional reference from Gay and Katie Hendricks who created a short online course on the PeaceBreath. Based on 1,000’s of years of instruction on the importance of the simple breath, their intention is to offer this reminder as a tool for conscious change and interconnection on the planet -starting from inside of you. From the Aramaic translation of Jesus of Nazareth from the Beatitudes these words beckon us to remember: “Blessed are those who find peace through simple breathing, for they shall discover heaven within.”
http://www.consciousone.com/breathing_peace/
The course itself:
http://www.consciousone.com/breathing_peace/course/intro.html
What creates a sanctuary of peace for you? Please share it with us!
OTHER BLOGS BY GAYE ABBOTT: www.WildlyFreeWoman.com
BREATHING SPACES 
Dear Joyfulgaye,
I like the idea of “creating a sanctuary for oneself.” I dare say, using the breath to accomplish it is the easy part; remembering is the harder part, though well worth the discipline required.
That said, I am writing to introduce myself as author of SYMPTOMS OF INNER PEACE. I invite you to visit http://www.symptomsofinnerpeace.net where you can find the list, which you have posted in slightly modified form, in the context of the original writing. On the site, there is also a poster, little history of the piece , a little more humor.
I would very much appreciate it if you would add to your post, my name as author, ©1984, and a link. A note from you with the URL, when it is done, also would be much appreciated. Email: symptomsofinnerpeace (at)gmail.com.
Great thanks for being an agent of the worldwide inner peace pandemic!
Saskia Davis, author
SYMPTOMS OF INNER PEACE ©1984
Saskia Davis, LLC