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    Conscious Loving | Bringing Awareness To Create Rewarding Relationships

    by David Maestas Feb 05, 2016 4 minutes
    David Maestas, Conscious Loving, rewarding relationships, photograph by Peechaya Burroughs
    Photograph by Peechaya Burroughs

    When we practice conscious loving, we bring forth more rewarding relationships, and freedom from false obligations

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    Every day, we are surrounded by relationships. From the people at work to our romantic partners – even our fondness for chocolate-chip cookies, pizza, and beautiful art – we are surrounded with opportunities to give and receive love. Yes, we all love, but how many of us do it consciously?

    Mastering the art of conscious loving is being mindful of your thoughts, words, and actions, and how they affect your environment. As we learn more and more about our role in the consciousness of the planet, we are given a great opportunity to

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