The Metaphysics of Mary Poppins

The other night I found myself at a local performance of Mary Poppins.  I say “found myself” because literally four hours earlier I hadn’t even known about the show’s existence, and suddenly I had great seats next to three friends- for free even!  Now there’s an example of something that was meant to be.  And believe-you-me, I needed it!  I had been releasing some heavy duty stuff earlier in the day, what with the super-duper full moon and all;  I needed to be reminded of some important things, and Mary was just the woman for the job!

You, like I, may have forgotten much of the story line.  I hadn’t seen this play since I was a kid.  So, the basic deal is this:  In Mary’s presence, statues come to life, flowers talk, ruined cakes get re-baked and beautifully frosted, and misbehaving children become responsible, appreciative ones.  It even rubs off on the mother and father of the household!  They go from being emotionally scarred, miserable, univolved parents to being engaged, conscious, loving ones.  She does all of this, of course, without ever mentioning the modern day lingo for all the conscious living and metaphysics she uses to do it!  And, while still having fun!  She’s an amazing woman, I tell you!

Okay, before you start to think:  “she’s really lost her mind this time!”, I will mention that, yes, I do realize this is a fictional story, AND I do believe that we can all create “miracles” in our lives by using some of the principles and tools that Mary demonstrates.  The way I see it, these are the lessons:

1.  Love yourself.  Mary has no qualms about using tongue-in-cheek humor to sing about how she is “practically perfect”.  She treats herself (and others) extremely well.

2.  Speak your truth.  Mary is transparent.  She speaks her authentic thoughts and feelings, thus honoring herself and enabling others to transform as a result.  She does not “sugar-coat” things.  (Although she does believe “a spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down.”)

3.  Do not do things for others that they can do for themselves.  Although Mary is kind and generous, when she sees that the family has learned what they need in order to go it on their own (aka “when the wind changes”, according to Mary), she promptly takes her leave.

4. Always wear coordinating outfits with cute, matching shoes. Just kidding. This is not really one of them. And, there is something to be said for Mary’s style!

5. Suffering is optional. Yes, there is work to be done and there are feelings to be felt. And, Mary models how to do it all with courage, and, usually, while creating a great deal of fun!

6. And, last but not least, as Mary often says: “Anything can happen if you let it”. Mary allows things to happen. She doesn’t force them, nor does she block them with negative thoughts, feelings, or beliefs. As a result, Mary Poppins is one of the greatest manifesters around.   After all, who else do you know that can use wind and an umbrella as a reliable means of transportation? 😉

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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