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I could do more resting, meditating and enjoying this moment. I could do less worrying about my future. As I get older my illness is gradually getting worse and I get worried; but what will be will be and I have been through some really scary and tough times before in this life so I need to have the confidence that I will cope with whatever the future holds for me.
I value this life I have on this planet. It’s an amazing experience, with all of its joys and all of its pain. I value the souls who are journeying with me and how we have, and still do, support each other. I value this beautiful planet, and all the life forms on it, so I do all I can to live lightly, making choices that that cause the least harm and hopefully bring some benefits.
Watching the birds in the garden. The scent of a vase of daffodils just beginning to open. A good chat with my carer or a family member. Feeling connected to the Oneness of all things and beings. A cuddle with my little cat.
My hands. They have served me faithfully for over 70 years. A bit wrinkled now but still fully functioning, they enable me to type this message, smooth my dear little cat, get food to my mouth – oh so many things. How wonderous when you take the time to think about these things. Thank you Gratefulness team for this question 😊
By using the waiting time as an opportunity to meditate. To sit with the perfection of it all. Whatever or whoever you are waiting for will arrive at the right time. It may not seem to be the right time to your impatient mind but it will be absolutely the right time as far as the universe is concerned!
I just have an innate desire to know and understand the world around me. Understanding takes away fear and then I can marvel at all this amazing life around me. And understanding other people helps me to feel love for them.
The vision I have for the world is one where kindness is at the forefront. I can see it slowly emerging. Although it will take many generations to become more evident than it is today. As a whole we are becoming more aware of our impact on each other, other living beings and the earth itself – our mother. Meanwhile earth herself is reacting to our abuse and that is something future generations will have to deal with. The steps I am taking personally are to be kind to all other hum...
The vision I have for the world is one where kindness is at the forefront. I can see it slowly emerging. Although it will take many generations to become more evident than it is today. As a whole we are becoming more aware of our impact on each other, other living beings and the earth itself – our mother. Meanwhile earth herself is reacting to our abuse and that is something future generations will have to deal with. The steps I am taking personally are to be kind to all other humans I meet and respect all other creatures that have a place on this amazing planet. In that regard I do not eat them!
Curiosity invites me to find out as much as I can about the world around me. I am fascinated by the world of nature and other people and the way they live. I am also curious about how the mind works and how we become who we are.
I cultivate gratefulness by coming onto this website every day. When I talk to others I express my gratefulness for them and for what I have or the things around me and hopefully that sows the seed of gratefulness in them.
Pratising gratefulness has now become a habit, my default setting. I still get frustrated and angry about things sometimes but always come back to gratefulness, eventually! For me looking forward into the year is too much to bite off at once. I prefer to take one day at a time. I may plan some things in advance but always realising that things change and I need to go with the flow. Whatever happens is what needs to happen.
When things get really difficult I focus on the basics that I have. I am safe, I have a roof over my head, safe water, food and people who care about me.
A couple of days ago I was practising my usual breathing meditation and I went deeper, or further out, than I have ever been before. I was in an amazing space full of love and oneness. It was awesome.
I am celebrating the quiet miracle of a new baby growing inside my daughter-in-law which she and my son announced this morning. I am bubbling with excitement and joy! Merry Christmas everyone 💖
My special place is deep inside me where I feel I am in the eternal everything-there-is. It is light, love and peace. The kingdom of God within you. Wishing you all that light, love and peace today 💖
This website has helped me so much. As others have said, I look forward to seeing what the Word for the Day is and then come on here to see the question and the replies others have taken the trouble to share, especially when I don’t “get” the question! Learning to be grateful every day has transformed my life. I am happy because I am grateful, as Bro David says. That happiness spreads to those I come into contact with. I am grateful for all that my carers do for me whi...
This website has helped me so much. As others have said, I look forward to seeing what the Word for the Day is and then come on here to see the question and the replies others have taken the trouble to share, especially when I don’t “get” the question! Learning to be grateful every day has transformed my life. I am happy because I am grateful, as Bro David says. That happiness spreads to those I come into contact with. I am grateful for all that my carers do for me which makes them feel appreciated and happy. When I chat to family over the phone we can laugh and share our joy despite our problems and life’s challenges. Life is so rich when it’s full of gratitude and it’s so much easier to feel and show true love to others.
Hi Trish, I was contemplating this question and came back to write my thoughts only to find you have already written them for me 😊
That’s a brilliant poem, Carol. Thanks for for sharing ❤️ A weed is a plant that’s not where I want it to be. That’s a control issue 😉
Yes, Kevin, children are our greatest teachers 😊
Hi, Pollyanna. You are just across the sea from me as I live in the south west of England. What a wonderful place to meet your family so near to the Winter Solstice. I like to remember and honour the solstice as it grounds me to this amazing planet on which we are privileged to live. Let’s celebrate light in all it’s forms, both physical and spiritual.
Beautifully put, Mike. Thank you 💜
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