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I care most deeply for my triplet nieces, who are now juniors in college. They were such beautiful babies. I didn’t even like kids until they were born in ’96. They have changed my life, put me in touch with just how much I can and do care. They’re fraternal; I never tire of seeing the ways they are beautifully different.
You know it’s funny about contentment. I had a real sense of it recently: felt a palpable sense of being totally at peace with my life the way it is right now. I enjoyed it briefly, then I got a phone call from a friend in one of my 12-step fellowships. I missed the “bite” of my usual energy during these conversations. I felt a little groggy and sluggish. I “banished” the contentment (to the extent I even have the power to do that) and felt like my usual kind of ...
You know it’s funny about contentment. I had a real sense of it recently: felt a palpable sense of being totally at peace with my life the way it is right now. I enjoyed it briefly, then I got a phone call from a friend in one of my 12-step fellowships. I missed the “bite” of my usual energy during these conversations. I felt a little groggy and sluggish. I “banished” the contentment (to the extent I even have the power to do that) and felt like my usual kind of hyper self. Funny thing…
I actually am starting to reap the benefits of some extreme struggles over a job change that sent me reeling. It’s been 3-1/2 years and I’m finally starting to see some growth: am more proactive on the job, seeking assignments rather than waiting for them; a little more self-confidence. Jobs & work have always been issues for me: the fear of being fired, of economic insecurity. It’s been a tough road but it’s getting better now. So grateful for the calm after the s...
I actually am starting to reap the benefits of some extreme struggles over a job change that sent me reeling. It’s been 3-1/2 years and I’m finally starting to see some growth: am more proactive on the job, seeking assignments rather than waiting for them; a little more self-confidence. Jobs & work have always been issues for me: the fear of being fired, of economic insecurity. It’s been a tough road but it’s getting better now. So grateful for the calm after the storm!
What a nice question. I guess there is small beauty in the tulips I planted which haven’t bloomed…yet! In the rescue cat who snuggles beside me when I’m in bed. In the cup of coffee I just brewed. So many places there is small beauty. TG for it!
To make my life more meaningful today, Friday, I can pursue my spiritual practices, as I do every day. I can read my near-dozen of daily meditation books, pray (there are so many who need it!) perhaps meditate to Brother David’s “Giver of all Good Gifts..” I can take action on my goal/desire of being published in online non-fiction literary magazines by doing further research on it and maybe even starting to write to the theme offered by one of them. It’s funny at this hour – 4:37a ...
To make my life more meaningful today, Friday, I can pursue my spiritual practices, as I do every day. I can read my near-dozen of daily meditation books, pray (there are so many who need it!) perhaps meditate to Brother David’s “Giver of all Good Gifts..” I can take action on my goal/desire of being published in online non-fiction literary magazines by doing further research on it and maybe even starting to write to the theme offered by one of them. It’s funny at this hour – 4:37a – everything seems like a spiritual practice!
For me, having been gravely ill on separate occasions with physical and mental illness, I have learned what a precious, precious gift life is. I’m just starting to get over a serious “weeds” period brought about by a job change. It has been very jarring. I don’t know quite yet what my lessons are from this difficult time. I think my previous happiness was too much about the regularity of my schedule and life. God sure blew that apart! I am better for it. More gifts rem...
For me, having been gravely ill on separate occasions with physical and mental illness, I have learned what a precious, precious gift life is. I’m just starting to get over a serious “weeds” period brought about by a job change. It has been very jarring. I don’t know quite yet what my lessons are from this difficult time. I think my previous happiness was too much about the regularity of my schedule and life. God sure blew that apart! I am better for it. More gifts remain to be seen…
Thank you, Kevin. I look forward to your reflections each day.
This is a toughie for me, but I will practice what the question advises and defer to others’ wisdom.
I’m 61 (a tough birthday – 50 was fine, but 60 not so much.) Still young enough to have hopes & dreams that can be realized. Still young enough in looks to pass for my 50s. Young enough/old enough to continue my spiritual & emotional journey. Maybe it’s all a moot point: still feel 15 in my heart! Good question, though.
The 12-step way of life because it has profoundly changed mine. I wouldn’t be on this site, answering questions like these without it. I’ve also seen something on FB about what wisdom I would pass on to young people that I believe is apropos. It’s the phrase “It gets better.” This has been my experience in life primarily because of my involvement in 12-step programs. Oh, and finally, Brother David’s counsel to always be grateful.
I can relate about the sleep, Pilgrim!
Thanks Antoinette! Although I’ve never been married, I can imagine how wrenching your divorce must be. I especially can identify with the financial piece!
Indeed sparrow…thanks!
Thanks, Anna! Have a blessed day!
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