Upward and Onward to Another Day, Dear Creator!
Yesterday was an interesting day, Great Guides. It really was just a typical day, I suppose – it rose and fell, and I noticed my rising and falling in unison with it; but, I also was outside of myself, witnessing the inter-relationships.
Episode One – I realized I’m not always taking care of myself. I’m listening to my social self more than by body, and I’m getting physically and mentally sore and tired. When I do care for myself, I’m more alert, more kind, and more productive, which is a win for everybody.
Episode Two – I had an encounter with a soon-to-be ninety-nine year old man. He was having difficulty with the double-zipper on his long, warm winter coat. The real problem wasn’t the coat, though. It was whether he was ready to accept his changing circumstances and the help that his son was offering. Hopefully, our discussion helped him accept his changing needs and appreciate his son’s assistance. A good lesson for me.
Episode Three – I walked around downtown last night, but it had a different vibe for me than I’ve had here before. It started on the dark street with the car with headlights on, parked in the shadows. I found it a bit unnerving. Then, as I continued on this dark stretch, a police car approached and parked in an empty lot. It made me wonder if something was going down.
Now, I suppose the presence of a police car should make me feel more secure; ironically, though, it made me more concerned. I’ll leave out my wild imaginings, but here’s what I found valuable – when I considered the notion that something could happen that could be the end of me, I recognized how much I take each new day for granted.
I’ve previously mentioned the story about the teacher and the teacup, where the teacher explains how he sees the teacup as already broken, and this sustains his constant appreciation. How exactly like that my life is – a gift of each moment, and something that will one day be no more. Being mindful of this can help me sustain my appreciation for all the moments I’ve been given, and each one as it appears.
So, how exciting it is for me to be here this morning, alive and able. How dare I not celebrate this day, and challenge myself to make the most of this very moment. Wonderful, extraordinary things are waiting for me to expand myself, stride forward, and create and share something magical.
“The only true failure is in not trying.” – Turtle & Lama. (Even then, there’s always tomorrow! Until there isn’t.)
This is what I am holding, as the Source for my Joy Diet program, my coaching practice, and how I show up and live my life! Daring and spreading my wings, as long as there is breath in me. Guided by my heart, and connected to The Universe!
Another Prompt:
Five Occupations, Part II: Write a paragraph about each of the five occupations you named yesterday. Where would you be and what would you love about that life?
Thank you for your Kindness and Presence in My Life, Dear Spirits!
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