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Fear is a habit that looms… Sometimes it is in the background and I can forget about it, but sometimes it stands up straight and tall in my face, and I lose sight of what is real. I think part of the solution is to learn to trust. The habit of fear needs to shift.
‘How is it possible to feel such deep sorrow and deep gratitude at the same time?’ I call this an experience of Grace… grief transformed. Thank you, Elaine…
What am I waiting for?
I have been thinking about this question since yesterday, and it seems like I could take it in two ways . . .
What am I waiting for (?) to do what I want to do in the world, make my mark, spread my creative wings . . . write that book, paint that painting, whatever it might be . . . what am I waiting for?
I am waiting for the right time, waiting for the inspiration to be just right, acting ...
I am waiting for the right time, waiting for the inspiration to be just right, acting as if I had all the time in the world . . . well I don’t. So the question is a reminder to make time to take time . . .
What am I waiting for (?) ‘events in the future’ . . . for the water to boil, the sun to shine or the rain to fall, for my ride to come, for my son to write . . . So the question is a reminder in this sense, to be present to the moment and accept it for what it is.
Oh my . . . most of my personal dreams have either been met or let go. I still have vision though, and that inspires me to be creative.
myself . . . if I don’t feel well for a few days, I start to become impatient to be better . . . I lie there in bed or on the sofa, and see the dust bunnies I don’t usually notice, the dirty dishes piling up in the sink, and feel that I must get better and take care of these things.
Please note: I am not the best of housekeepers at any time . . . I would much prefer the garden, or projects to build my nest. It has ...
Please note: I am not the best of housekeepers at any time . . . I would much prefer the garden, or projects to build my nest. It has only been in recent years that I have really begun to enjoy the menial, everyday tasks, but still have a hard time keeping up. Truth be told, I never feel like I keep up, but getting sick makes everything pile up that much faster.
Patience, I say now . . . take the time to heal and then get back to work with renewed vigor and inspiration.
When asked a ‘most’ question, I am frequently a little irritated, as the answer is more complex than a simple ‘most’ . . . there are so many layers to what is important to me, and each has value and importance in its own way.
I don’t love one of my cats more than the others, I love them in different ways . . . I don’t love sunny days better than rainy ones– I love them both . . . but if I have to ...
I don’t love one of my cats more than the others, I love them in different ways . . . I don’t love sunny days better than rainy ones– I love them both . . . but if I have to peel off all of the layers, the nugget at the center would be ‘Love’.
If I follow it, envy leads me back to gratitude for what I have/am.
For many years I had no anchor, and I flailed through life like a fish on a hook. My anchor now, is my belief that no matter what happens all will be well, and that there is a Greater Purpose to the universe than I can see now. (though I admit to having my shaky moments)
. . . another answer might be Grace . . .
The body is an amazing thing, isn’t it? When I think of all that it does, most of which I don’t even think about, I know there is great Power in the universe.
. . . connection with another soul, whether it be human or not . . . all of Nature is Sacred and we are a part of that sacredness . . .
Hello Travis… I journaled all my life but only found real gratitude when I began specifically journaling gratefulness. It taught me to be grateful by reminding me of my gifts. I don’t think we can be happy all of the time and it is not my goal anymore . . . being at peace with what is is.
me too, dear Kevin…
Amen…
I noticed that something happened when I tried to post a link, but could not go back in and edit, dear Carol… I am happy that you found the interview and got something out of it. Your previous post made me think you’d like it.
Dear Carol . . . Did you see Oprah’s talk with Brother David? He talks about trusting Life and Gratitude . . .
Brother David Steindl-Rast with Oprah Winfrey on Super Soul Sunday: Watch or Listen
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love your response, dear Ed…
I’ve belonged to the old Gratefulness forums, dear Mary, since 2008, but they are not available through the new site, although we still function. But I too, visit the Daily Question almost every day… I love the sense of community these places provide. You are a kind soul and I am honored that you took the time to write with love… ps. Maybe I will visit sometime in the gratitude lounge . . . sparrow...
I’ve belonged to the old Gratefulness forums, dear Mary, since 2008, but they are not available through the new site, although we still function. But I too, visit the Daily Question almost every day… I love the sense of community these places provide. You are a kind soul and I am honored that you took the time to write with love… ps. Maybe I will visit sometime in the gratitude lounge . . . sparrow
🙂 . . . one spoiled cat . . .
You are in my heart during this dark time, dear Antoinette, with love…
“It is only a small step from the word “being” to the to the experience of “Being” … love it.
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