Daily Question, October 20 How can I tend my path to make it clear and compelling to those who will follow? 35 Reflections Share Click here to cancel reply.Please log in or Create a Profile to post a comment. Notify me when someone replies to my comment via e-mail. reality4 months agorealityHola. Here’s hoping you All and yours are safe and well, and will continue to be so. The intellect can’t lead for life doesn’t follow, if one isn’t gullible enough to follow themselves, why would anyone suggest that anyone should follow them or anyone, ever? And “those that would follow”, as you say, can be introduced to the processes of discerning their inner path of heart, become their own leaders, instead; no? Have a blessed day 🙂 reality 1 Reply Malag4 months agoMalagAs I get older I still like to grow, to try out new things build new skills and aim to conduct my life with integrity. I hope my adult children may see and follow some of this as they walk their own path. 6 Reply Hot Sauce4 months agoHot SauceOne way I can tend my path to make it attractive to those who follow is to talk about it in terms that are uplifting. Merely telling people, "I participate in justice work because I believe that everyone deserves to be treated kindly" is rather vague and uninspiring for some. If, however, I use more compelling, perhaps even theological, language, it will be more attractive for others. For instance, I could say, "I participate in justice work because I believe that I have a spark of divine Love w...One way I can tend my path to make it attractive to those who follow is to talk about it in terms that are uplifting. Merely telling people, “I participate in justice work because I believe that everyone deserves to be treated kindly” is rather vague and uninspiring for some. If, however, I use more compelling, perhaps even theological, language, it will be more attractive for others. For instance, I could say, “I participate in justice work because I believe that I have a spark of divine Love within myself and so believe that I am capable of doing this important work. I also believe that those who I am serving with also have a spark of divine Love within them and so ought to be treated as fully human.” THAT will get people to listen. Read More4 Reply Mica4 months agoMicaNot possible! Those I love most are unconvinced by many of my thoughts about diversity. 3 Reply Don Jones4 months agoDon JonesMany, perhaps even most, start fast, but very few finish strong. I will finish strong. 6 Reply Howie Geib4 months agoHowie GeibLOVE this…. 2 Reply Monique Marie4 months agoMonique MarieBy being my best self. 8 Reply Pollyanna Gladwell4 months agoPollyanna GladwellWhen I take on sponsees in my 12-step program, I offer to show them a path to recovery and guide them to the steps to take to a new way of life. They may follow for a while (as I followed those who helped me), but ultimately each of us must make our own path by putting one foot in front of the other according to the circumstances. I only see the path I have taken when I look back. It isn’t straight - but every divergence was a lesson in either what to do or what not to do. I have spon...When I take on sponsees in my 12-step program, I offer to show them a path to recovery and guide them to the steps to take to a new way of life. They may follow for a while (as I followed those who helped me), but ultimately each of us must make our own path by putting one foot in front of the other according to the circumstances. I only see the path I have taken when I look back. It isn’t straight – but every divergence was a lesson in either what to do or what not to do. I have sponsored dozens of people over the years, and none are beside me on my path today. I wouldn’t want it any other way! Read More8 Reply Lioness4 months agoLionessPollyanna, thank you for this perspective, it makes it very clear for me. 2 Reply Zenith4 months agoZenithI honestly have no idea. The only thing that comes to mind is to be a human of peace and tranquility. 5 Reply pkr4 months agopkrI tend to my own path for me, no one else. If anyone finds inspiration or guidance from me, as they tend to their path, fine. I am doing this for me, so I can be the best version of me. By being the best version of me, I am a better person in the world, contributing brightly, lovingly, kindly, compassionately and respectfully. I try to “sow good seeds” daily and “stay in the light”. Blessings to All….❤️ 8 Reply Lauryn4 months agoLaurynIt’s not so much clearing the path so others can follow, but doing it so that I can move forward. I see the obstacles as negativity, not believing in myself, not taking chances and trying new things. Perhaps clearing the path is not so much to have others follow you, but for them to see you and make a connection as they are simultaneously traveling along their own parallel path. 4 Reply Rosemary4 months agoRosemaryToday is my first day as part of this community. I am so grateful to have been guided here, and so grateful to be welcomed. I can tend my path by remembering it is a privilege to live my purpose each day. To say to myself and others, not “Look what I HAVE to do, “ but “Look what I GET to do.” Many blessings to all… 9 Reply Michele4 months agoMicheleWelcome to this gratefulness community:) 1 Reply Lioness4 months agoLionessWelcome Rosemary, thanks for your words. 2 Reply sunnypatti4 months agosunnypattiHi Rosemary! 2 Reply sparrow4 months agosparrowWelcome, dear Rosemary . . . we are all here for a reason. ♥ 3 Reply Pollyanna Gladwell4 months agoPollyanna GladwellWelcome Rosemary! I look forward to reading further thoughtful posts from you. Blessings. 3 Reply Papilio4 months agoPapilioIt seems to me that this question may make sense if you’re on the path of social justice. I don’t want anyone to follow my path that is uniquely unfolding as I walk just like I can’t follow anyone else’s path. Before I can see clearly where I’m heading, I need to empty my mind and open my heart by meditation. 5 Reply Mica4 months agoMicaThanks, Papilio – we want to be ourselves, not copies of someone else. 4 Reply Ed4 months agoEdI am honored when I can just walk along with someone for a while. 8 Reply 4 months agomy search for a deep and conscious humility tells me that I am not an example for the next generations. That said, when I think of some friends there is another truth: I admit that they are an inspiration for my life and they support me with practical suggestions. Some of them have had the same experiences as me, others are good listeners. I would like to be like them, if God allows me. A little support, a little sharing, for friends and people I love and people I only know, someone to help t...my search for a deep and conscious humility tells me that I am not an example for the next generations. That said, when I think of some friends there is another truth: I admit that they are an inspiration for my life and they support me with practical suggestions. Some of them have had the same experiences as me, others are good listeners. I would like to be like them, if God allows me. A little support, a little sharing, for friends and people I love and people I only know, someone to help them feel welcome, a quiet harbor where to have relief before leaving for the sea. Read More5 Reply Carla4 months agoCarlaI have no need for anyone to follow me. I can role model the interior Principles others have passed on to me which leads to a good path to walk. May others be led to find their Way of seeking & following the Divine, however they conceive that Universal Truth to be. 4 Reply Trish4 months agoTrishMore than anything I want my path to depict honesty. I could clear all the bumps & debris and make it look pristine, but that would portray a false picture. I can share my struggles, my blunders & my growth and that will invite people in to know the real me and the path that I’ve traveled. It’s not all pretty, folks. But it sure is meaningful. Join me….. 5 Reply Fiona4 months agoFionaBy attending to the importance of respecting myself and my limits,,allowing myself time in the day to rest, pray, be still. Acknowledge that I cannot do it all or be perfect, and that is ok. Beating oneself up for not doing this or that,and being constantly self critical is depressing and unhelpful to others. So I guess it is about recognising that listening to one’s body and inner voice telling one to slowdown, stop awhile is not just a luxury but vital to a contented state of mind. 4 Reply devy4 months agodevyAs mentioned below, we all have our own paths. I don’t feel compelled to follow the same trails as others but perhaps by showing others my gratitude, the positive ways I try to look at life and by helping or being there for others that I can be a good example for people to perhaps adopt and use the same principles for their own life travels. 6 Reply Kevin4 months agoKevinI have no interest in making my path attractive or compelling for others to follow. I am more interested in helping others to find their own path. 11 Reply sunnypatti4 months agosunnypattiI've been tending my path for quite some time now. I don't feel I need anyone to follow, although I do try to set a good example of a good life. Most people who know me know that I've been through some crap (just like everyone else out there), and just the simple fact that I am working to let my light shine, to share that light, and to show that happiness is possible no matter what makes me feel like I am doing my part in this world. I never push my beliefs or how I got to where I am, but am alw...I’ve been tending my path for quite some time now. I don’t feel I need anyone to follow, although I do try to set a good example of a good life. Most people who know me know that I’ve been through some crap (just like everyone else out there), and just the simple fact that I am working to let my light shine, to share that light, and to show that happiness is possible no matter what makes me feel like I am doing my part in this world. I never push my beliefs or how I got to where I am, but am always happy to share if someone asks. Read More8 Reply 1 2 Next » My Private Gratitude Journal Write an entry in your private gratefulness journal Get Started This site is brought to you by A Network for Grateful Living, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are fully tax deductible in the U.S.A. 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