Vol. 8 Issue 1 Winter 2006 - P. 4
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3. Squeeze lemon or lime juice into
your water to make for a refreshing treat. 9. Keep written reminders around
to drink water, eat slowly, or think before you eat. Don't watch
TV or talk on the phone while you eat. You want to be fully present
and experience your meals.
12. Finally, remember that tomorrow is another day. The
Wedding Workout |
The Power
of Metaphor ... Continues from page one
 As
an Interfaith Rabbi, I was able to learn this secret by jumping
outside the religious box of liturgy. I am not apposed to the ancient
traditions used for thousands of years but without the personal
touch of metaphor, your guests will quickly begin looking at their
watch or simply drift off, wondering what food will be served for
the reception. This is what happens without metaphor in the ceremony.
To enliven your moment, your rabbi or minister should be able to weave into the ceremony personal beliefs, ideals, or even humorous traits that each of you possess. By doing this each element adds a living insight into both of you as a couple. Your guest will also be able to identify and associate with the meaning of each element in relationship to you. One example is during the explanation of the
rings. As you plan your ceremony
together, begin to think of how you can bring personal meaning to
as many of the elements that you include in your ceremony. By doing
this, you will breath life into what could be a sleeper of a ceremony. |
I share of the unique traits the Gold or Platinum have and then
relate it to qualities of character you share that is similar to
that metal.