I have realized I need to get to know myself again. Not as a wife, mother, daughter or friend but as me. I feel like I am growing everyday and becoming more aware. My faith is getting stronger, my ability to stop, breath and find gratitude is becoming a daily practice.
In Jay Shetty’s podcast from January about 7 step goal setting he says we all cycle through seasons of learning, experimenting, performing and thriving. Right now I am in the learning phase; reading, listening to podcasts, taking part in interesting discussions, learning how to meditate. It’s a fulfilling time and even though I know I have changed I feel like I am in the cocoon unaware of the full changes that await.
My sense of confidence and belief in myself has grown as of late as I have shown myself that I can do hard things; that I am capable of making changes rather than just wishing things were different. Thank you for all of your wonderful responses this morning. Visiting this site and reading your reflections makes such a positive impact on my day. 🌞
I have worked really hard at being less flaky, towards others but also myself. It has resulted in me actually showing up more often. I’m not perfect yet, or even where I would like to be, but I really made a huge change in about three months time.
I cannot think of anything right now. I have been away for the winter and arrived home last evening. What a feeling of joy to be home. I have been absent from this site…a beloved daily ritual of mine. With constant “busyness” and people always about I had little time to stop and think…and just be. I am not back in my sanctuary…my home in the woods among the trees and the birds and a soft running creek. No near neighbors and no constant stream of people going by my windows. I am finally HOME and once again I will find my way here – and gain from all the wonderful wisdom here. Thank you all. I am happy to be back and see all the familiar names…I am peaceful once again. Blessings for this day.
My physical abilities have changed and I am being challenged to grow in my acceptance of the limitations those changes bring. Only with acceptance can I live and not just exist. There is a big difference between ‘giving in’ and ‘giving up.’ Today’s meditation from Richard Rohr reminds me of the importance, the need, to meet reality at the personal level before it can be applied at the universal level. To walk on holy ground, to encounter the sacredness of life, begins with the holding of my own life sacred. Lamenting over change is mind game and a waste of my time. To read Rohr’s meditation go to https://cac.org/daily-meditations/the-sacred-in-the-concrete/
I’ve changed by letting go of my mind world- thoughts of this me and looking more to serve myself. Now I see more and more that this human mind is a copy machine taking pictures of everything. Letting go has made me change to the effect that I want to let go even more of this self who claims to exist. I’m ready to let go of the body and I pray I can let go of this picture as well. Thank you 🤩
I can’t think of anything recently, but over the years I have learned to remain calm and also grown to love myself in a way I didn’t think was possible in the past. Loving myself has helped me make better decisions for myself, and my life is so much better than it used to be!
I am enthralled by the words of Oscar Wilde this morning, more so than our Daily Question, though I sense a connection between the two.
There are days that are challenging, when my body hurts, or, when tasks of a day are done, and simply existing feels more than enough. Yet come this new day I yearn for the ocean and sit for the sunrise, the water, the waves, gulls, and sea air and I am changed and made alive.
EJP, well said. We must take care of ourselves before serving others. It’s harder to do that in Asian cultures where family is prioritized over the individual. Suffering from mental illness released me from those pressures. As time goes on, it’s an area where I’m allowed to and have continued to grow in.
Recently? I have no idea. I’d like to think I’m always in a state of change. I’m just not aware of it. Generally it feels as though I’m gradually shedding those outlooks and habits that no longer serve me or help me feel content.
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I have realized I need to get to know myself again. Not as a wife, mother, daughter or friend but as me. I feel like I am growing everyday and becoming more aware. My faith is getting stronger, my ability to stop, breath and find gratitude is becoming a daily practice.
In Jay Shetty’s podcast from January about 7 step goal setting he says we all cycle through seasons of learning, experimenting, performing and thriving. Right now I am in the learning phase; reading, listening to podcasts, taking part in interesting discussions, learning how to meditate. It’s a fulfilling time and even though I know I have changed I feel like I am in the cocoon unaware of the full changes that await.
My sense of confidence and belief in myself has grown as of late as I have shown myself that I can do hard things; that I am capable of making changes rather than just wishing things were different. Thank you for all of your wonderful responses this morning. Visiting this site and reading your reflections makes such a positive impact on my day. 🌞
I have worked really hard at being less flaky, towards others but also myself. It has resulted in me actually showing up more often. I’m not perfect yet, or even where I would like to be, but I really made a huge change in about three months time.
Practicing more stillness.
With my husband’s health issues, I have learned to enjoy the moments and to know and be comfortable with change.
I cannot think of anything right now. I have been away for the winter and arrived home last evening. What a feeling of joy to be home. I have been absent from this site…a beloved daily ritual of mine. With constant “busyness” and people always about I had little time to stop and think…and just be. I am not back in my sanctuary…my home in the woods among the trees and the birds and a soft running creek. No near neighbors and no constant stream of people going by my windows. I am finally HOME and once again I will find my way here – and gain from all the wonderful wisdom here. Thank you all. I am happy to be back and see all the familiar names…I am peaceful once again. Blessings for this day.
Nannette, Good to see you back out here!
Welcome home, Nannette.
I am happy you are home safely.
My physical abilities have changed and I am being challenged to grow in my acceptance of the limitations those changes bring. Only with acceptance can I live and not just exist. There is a big difference between ‘giving in’ and ‘giving up.’ Today’s meditation from Richard Rohr reminds me of the importance, the need, to meet reality at the personal level before it can be applied at the universal level. To walk on holy ground, to encounter the sacredness of life, begins with the holding of my own life sacred. Lamenting over change is mind game and a waste of my time. To read Rohr’s meditation go to https://cac.org/daily-meditations/the-sacred-in-the-concrete/
As a daily poetry reader in my morning practice, I especially appreciate this piece. Thank you for sharing!
One of the poems I read this morning–not on today’s QOTD theme but worth sharing.
https://www.ayearofbeinghere.com/2014/04/nancy-paddock-lie-down.html
BEautiful poem! Thank you for sharing the link!
Barb, Thanks for sharing the poem “Lie Down.” It’s a good way to strt this day!
I have not kept up with RR this week. Thanks for reminding me to take time for that.
I’ve changed by letting go of my mind world- thoughts of this me and looking more to serve myself. Now I see more and more that this human mind is a copy machine taking pictures of everything. Letting go has made me change to the effect that I want to let go even more of this self who claims to exist. I’m ready to let go of the body and I pray I can let go of this picture as well. Thank you 🤩
I can’t think of anything recently, but over the years I have learned to remain calm and also grown to love myself in a way I didn’t think was possible in the past. Loving myself has helped me make better decisions for myself, and my life is so much better than it used to be!
Yes, love and acceptance of self opens the door between just existing and truly living.
More quiet! It brings me opportunities to listen and connect with my mind and surroundings better.
Agree. Time and space helps a lot.
I am enthralled by the words of Oscar Wilde this morning, more so than our Daily Question, though I sense a connection between the two.
There are days that are challenging, when my body hurts, or, when tasks of a day are done, and simply existing feels more than enough. Yet come this new day I yearn for the ocean and sit for the sunrise, the water, the waves, gulls, and sea air and I am changed and made alive.
This is beautiful, Kevin. (And which Oscar Wilde?)
Thank you, Barb. You’ll need to school me on that question. I was only thinking of the poet and playwright Oscar Wilde. There’s another?
Thanks to Joseph’s posts, I’m growing in my ability
to invite the monkey-mind into my lap vs. spending energy trying to quell it.
Discovering the importance of self care and actually engaging in it daily.
EJP, well said. We must take care of ourselves before serving others. It’s harder to do that in Asian cultures where family is prioritized over the individual. Suffering from mental illness released me from those pressures. As time goes on, it’s an area where I’m allowed to and have continued to grow in.
I can’t think of any ways I have changed or grown recently at the moment.
TGIF!
Recently? I have no idea. I’d like to think I’m always in a state of change. I’m just not aware of it. Generally it feels as though I’m gradually shedding those outlooks and habits that no longer serve me or help me feel content.
Good for you, Laura!