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Daily Question, March 25

Who has inspired me in my work?

  • Nina

    My co-workers. I have learned so much from the people I work with, and many of them have inspired me to grow as a person both professionally and personally. I care more now then ever what they think of me.

  • GCharlotte

    Scientists who have long passed. Fashionistas who have long passed. God. My daughter. My foes. The needy. Them within my destiny. My family. Scientists.

  • reality
    The list is endless, yet, I can add hue to it here: Buddha, Bodhidharma, Dogen, Jesus, God, Mohammed, Allah, Great Spirit, Vishnu, Lao-Tzu, Chuang-Tzu, Carl Jung, Jean Paul Sartre, Mahatma Gandhi, Yahweh, Krishnamurti, Crazy Horse, Chief Seattle, Suzuki’s, Carlos Santana, Buffy St. Marie, Miriam Makeba, Los Lobos, Thomas Merton, Deshimaru, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Joni Mitchell, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Happy Rhodes, Bob and Dylan Thomas, “Death *murder) shall have no dominion”, ...

    The list is endless, yet, I can add hue to it here: Buddha, Bodhidharma, Dogen, Jesus, God, Mohammed, Allah, Great Spirit, Vishnu, Lao-Tzu, Chuang-Tzu, Carl Jung, Jean Paul Sartre, Mahatma Gandhi, Yahweh, Krishnamurti, Crazy Horse, Chief Seattle, Suzuki’s, Carlos Santana, Buffy St. Marie, Miriam Makeba, Los Lobos, Thomas Merton, Deshimaru, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Joni Mitchell, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Happy Rhodes, Bob and Dylan Thomas, “Death *murder) shall have no dominion”, Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, Bethoven, Mozart, Bruce Lee, Joan Baez, Jean Claude Van Damme, Basho, Vangelis, Dougie Maclean, Kathy Mattea, Kitaro, Ryuichi Sakamoto, John Brown, Sade, Gloria Estefan, Coltrane, Miles Davis, the Marsalis’, etc.; too many to list. Thanx for all you do. Have a great eve’ ? reality

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  • Tahsin Tabassum

    My family and my bestie

  • Malag

    Every step of the way there is someone. When I stop to look up I may find a person. Sometimes they find me; there’s grace in that.

  • Rebecca P

    My manager because despite being super busy he takes an interest in everyone’s progress at work and at home. He is a great role model when it comes to balancing work life

  • Josita

    My sister in community whose simple acts of kindness has touched me deeply – gratitude

  • TeriB

    My clients and co-workers.

  • Ose
    Apart from many dear and highly appreciated teachers, colleagues, and many people who came for treatment and with whom I gratefully and happily was allowed to learn from or work with, who all inspired me, there was a "third". Something in between the process we were experiencing each at a time, which often inspired enthusiasm, faith and which possibly could open a door to healing then. Grace due to universal Love present. I know this cannot be made. May be this "third beyond", that numinous univ...

    Apart from many dear and highly appreciated teachers, colleagues, and many people who came for treatment and with whom I gratefully and happily was allowed to learn from or work with, who all inspired me, there was a “third”. Something in between the process we were experiencing each at a time, which often inspired enthusiasm, faith and which possibly could open a door to healing then. Grace due to universal Love present. I know this cannot be made. May be this “third beyond”, that numinous universal force, which serves greatly but often unnoticed, inspires also to possibly be creative and full of joy in my projects, so that love might flow forth.

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  • pkr

    My dad, Louis inspired me in my work. He had a very strong work ethic and passed it on to me. He taught me to keep on going when the “rough gets going”. His example of working hard, staying the course, being responsible, has gotten me thru many rough patches in this life. I wish he were here now, as I face this new challenge, this new “normal”, this unknown. I miss him a lot.
    Stay Strong All…..???

  • Mark Piper

    Catherine McAuley, Dorothy Day, Francis DeSales, my wife.

    • Mica

      Thank you, Mark, for introducing me to a new wise woman – Catherine McAuley!

  • Becca

    My greatest inspiration in my work is my father, who always taught me that love and care for others comes before all else, that time is best spent giving, and we are meant to support one another.

  • Katrina
    Today I am inspired by all the pastors, rabbis, imams and other church leaders who are working diligently to minister to and with their people in the midst of this crisis. Our world is afraid, grieving and lost. And these leaders are charged with providing hope, light and inspiring compassion through whatever means at hand, to keep us from the despair that whispers in each of our ears from time to time. These leaders are suddenly having to learn about leading worship via internet, while social d...

    Today I am inspired by all the pastors, rabbis, imams and other church leaders who are working diligently to minister to and with their people in the midst of this crisis. Our world is afraid, grieving and lost. And these leaders are charged with providing hope, light and inspiring compassion through whatever means at hand, to keep us from the despair that whispers in each of our ears from time to time. These leaders are suddenly having to learn about leading worship via internet, while social distancing with music leadership, while still providing worship that is engaging, meaty and hopeful. They are seeing to the physical needs of their flocks by making sure older members have their meds, food and connection, while making sure their younger members still have Bible studies, parenting support and service opportunities, if appropriate. Regardless if they lead a huge congregation with a large staff, or if they are a one person staff of a 20 member church, they are also having to meet a budget, with dwindling resources. These people are an inspiration to me, as I personally know they have fears of their own, families of their own, and they are exhausted. Pray for them.

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  • Deborah McBride
    When I was a young woman raising a child on my own I became a part of an intentional community called Patchwork Central. My mom guided me there, the first person who loved me without question and saw in me more than I could see in myself. In community I found a group of wise women there to do good for the people in our poverty stricken neighborhood. My music found a place to become what it needed to be. We offered a fierce, supportive spirit and welcomed all people to be with us in solidarity an...

    When I was a young woman raising a child on my own I became a part of an intentional community called Patchwork Central. My mom guided me there, the first person who loved me without question and saw in me more than I could see in myself. In community I found a group of wise women there to do good for the people in our poverty stricken neighborhood. My music found a place to become what it needed to be. We offered a fierce, supportive spirit and welcomed all people to be with us in solidarity and hope. There I learned about the open table, living what we believed. Two women gave me strength and support – Nelia Kimbrough and Judy Jacobson. I raised my daughter there, showing her how to be a fierce, passionate woman who believed in the rights of all people. They are why I have done my eclectic ministry throughout my life. Patchwork changed my life and I will always hold them in my heart.

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    • Mica

      Wow, Deborah – wonderful! And what a wonderful mother, to guide you there.

  • Pilgrim

    I was privileged to come to know so many people, individuals and families, adults and young people, whose lives became a part of mine in learning and preparing for sacraments. To have their trust, to hear their stories, to watch them as in groups they supported one another, told their stories and revealed their hearts, all quite life changing and a huge gift for me. .

  • Trish

    Those who suffer inspire me everyday. They amaze me with their ability to continue living in a world where they are often unseen and with a resilience that inspires me greatly. There are lessons everywhere. Thanks be to God.

  • Michele

    Various teachers and co workers. Finding people with the same work ethic is so nice and is appreciative.
    “Nothing left to do but smile smile smile” – Grateful Dead

    • pkr

      Michele, yes we certainly could use a little Jerry now. “I will survive. We will survive.”

  • Christina

    My parents. Their devotion to work (too much, but that’s another story.) I worked in community journalism for many years, just like them.
    I’m currently considering the possibility of full-time work after many years away, and am using this time now to turn my life over daily to Spirit for guidance.

  • devy
    I’ve been retired for about 10 years, so as for my work. I haven’t for the past while. My current « work » is the work on myself and my raison être..learning to maintain control on my anxiety and fear of abandonment that gripped my soul, so many years ago. Thanks to a new friends last year, the meanings of mindfulness and gratitude have entered my soul. They went through their own personal struggles . My friends teachings, their words and advice are the cornerstones of my self love and ...

    I’ve been retired for about 10 years, so as for my work. I haven’t for the past while. My current « work » is the work on myself and my raison être..learning to maintain control on my anxiety and fear of abandonment that gripped my soul, so many years ago. Thanks to a new friends last year, the meanings of mindfulness and gratitude have entered my soul. They went through their own personal struggles . My friends teachings, their words and advice are the cornerstones of my self love and acceptance. At times, Especially under stress, my old habits show their ugly head but I eventualky overcome. And their thoughts, believes are now being passed on by me…

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  • Sarah

    My boss continues to inspire me. We had the tough conversation of the strong possibility that I will be laid off in 10 days. She was transparent and genuine. She respected me enough to share the financial stresses of the company. While I’m fearful financially, I full of gratitude for authenticity.

    • Debra

      Sarah: I marvel at your strength and courage. Blessings to you.

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