We're all used to seeing the tranquil images generally associated with relaxation exercises and counsellors website pages....secluded seascapes, still lakes, pebbles, candles..... well this photo I took in Drymou Cyprus, is I think, one of the best pics I can imagine for a little quiet escapism or as a focus for relaxation visualization exercises.
It's taken on top of the mountain in Drymou, Paphos, Cyprus, looking out towards the Polis seashore at sunset. In the foreground are an almost impenetrable barrier of stately blue thistles which surround this remote little almond orchard.
These gnarly little trees stand alone, year in year out, untended and unaffected by the comings and goings of the rest of us.
I love the resilience of these little trees. They are tenacious and that's what I admire most about them.
With no help from anyone they do very well indeed; adapting and enduring, making the best of their meager resources and without fail celebrating life each year generously, beautifully and abundantly.
I hope you find this image one you can image yourself within. I get lost in it every time I look at it.
This is truly one of the most relaxing, inspiring, spiritually liberating places I have ever been. I would encourage you to visit at least once and experience it for yourself. It's no wonder it's known as the Isle of Love, it's so easy to fall in love with Cyprus!
