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Daily Question, January 25

If I felt that I truly have and am enough, what would I share freely?

  • Megalodon
    Several Christmases ago, a furniture store, now out of business, had a commercial that stated if you have a roof over your head, clothes on your back, food available, money in your pocket or in the bank, you are better off than over 75% of the people of the world. It has helped me through some tough times with gratefulness for what I have. I have been so blessed. I have finally gotten it through my head that I do have enough and I am enough. The second realization came before the first. R...

    Several Christmases ago, a furniture store, now out of business, had a commercial that stated if you have a roof over your head, clothes on your back, food available, money in your pocket or in the bank, you are better off than over 75% of the people of the world. It has helped me through some tough times with gratefulness for what I have. I have been so blessed.

    I have finally gotten it through my head that I do have enough and I am enough. The second realization came before the first.
    Retirement, for me at least, has given me time to reflect on my past and present. (The future? I’m not trying to think of it. I h0pe for the best but am seeing glimpses of the worst.)

    Yet, I share a lot of me freely and have for a long time. I try and make someone’s life a little nicer everyday. I will give what I can for someone in need for I have had similar blessings sent to me. I will give a ride, give or loan money, go shopping, or just go along for company on a trip.

    Most importantly, I make sure to have time for myself. That has been a constant through my life.

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  • reality

    An infinite amount; yet, less is usually more, so, less than an infinite amount 🙂 reality

  • Malag

    I’d give up my current work and do something of more interest to me and spend more time in the help of others. I feel OK with the “am enough”. Getting to “have enough” is more difficult: my sense of scarcity, even in the face of Western comfort, causes me to resist that one.

  • Ann

    wisdom

  • GCharlotte

    My sympathy with smiles&charity.

  • Ed Schulte

    true “free” sharing comes out of the spontaneously state of being, so for me it is not what I “feel” wrt what I have or do not have that governs. Just opening for Flow to occur and my inner guides will confirm correct balance was in the action(s)

  • Dusty Su

    I’d write more and share with others rather than to only process. I’d be less self-conscious of my learning disabilities, and I’d write, write, write.

    • reality

      A standing invite to any and all members who would like to collaborate on writing a twig of poetree with me; it’s very easy and inspires self-confidence in one’s diverse writing and communications skills- et tu aussi 🙂 reality

  • Bill

    I would feel freer to share myself fearlessly.

  • Tahsin Tabassum

    I would share my feelings, vulnerability which I keep hidden from others.

  • Mary

    I would give more money to charity and nonprofits

  • BabaYaga

    I would share details about the writing I am working on right now, the steps I am taking to have it published, and what my hopes are for the project. But, as the question suggests, first I have to let go of a who-di-you-think-you-are mentality!

    • Dusty Su

      I wrote something similar above before reading your post. The imposter syndrome is a real thing. Look it up, if might help you. We all suffer from it in some form. I’ve had 3 books published, the 4th is my legacy work for my child/grandchildren and friends. I’m petrified, but doing it anyway. Fight on my friend, success or failure are easier to face rather than regret. I accompany people at end of life, I know.

  • KC

    My presence and time. Maybe my art, writing, story, Maybe more time and energy doing things with and for others … As a few others have said, a work in progress I guess! …

  • Cailinrua

    Thank you for the thoughtful and varied posts below. It’s interesting how many of these simple questions “stump” me at first reading and force me to think hard. I would have thought my response would be more spontaneous, but I guess I’m not “there” yet. Financial resources is my first obvious answer. Beyond that, I’m stuck, but will think about it as the day goes on.

    • Cathy

      That happens to me, also, Cailinrua! So many times I read the question and my mind immediately responds with “I don’t know.” I try to sit with it a while, maybe reading elsewhere for a bit but leaving my mind open to it. Sometimes thoughts come to me, sometimes they do not. I think it is okay either way.

  • Jimmy Vu

    I would share my experience with others by being in the present moment with the ones I love. I would devote my entire attention and focus on them because another moment is never guaranteed.

  • pkr

    Myself. I have been quietly not sharing my “real life story”. Why? Shame, embarrassment, do not want to be judged…..

    • Samuel
      Dear pkr, consider why car windshields are so much larger than car rearview mirrors. So much more important to look forward to where you're going than to dwell on where you've been. It's history. We learn from history so we're not doomed to repeat it. You obviously have learned so move forward with the confidence of your knowledge. If some genuine need to share the source of that knowledge arises, that is your choice to share. If not, don't. Share love instead. It is needed always and everywhere...

      Dear pkr, consider why car windshields are so much larger than car rearview mirrors. So much more important to look forward to where you’re going than to dwell on where you’ve been. It’s history. We learn from history so we’re not doomed to repeat it. You obviously have learned so move forward with the confidence of your knowledge. If some genuine need to share the source of that knowledge arises, that is your choice to share. If not, don’t. Share love instead. It is needed always and everywhere by everyone…
      sb

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      • pkr

        Dear Samuel, thank you for your wise and kind response. You are absolutely right, go forward with love. Have a blessed Sunday. ❤️

  • Raven

    I would share more of my focus of attention, more focus on the needs and/or suffering of other beings around me rather than mine alone.

  • Michele

    I think it’s important to share being grateful.

  • Javier Visionquest

    A better connection. . . .

  • Antoinette

    I would start teaching meditation this week as I offer what I have learned so far freely.

  • Katrina

    I can share freely of my time, space, home, listening skills, ministry skills – pastoral presence and care. Just to let others know they are loved, heard, and valued.

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