I feel a sense of possibility in continuing to become more of who I really am, and shedding the many bits of false self that are slowly softening and letting go. Such a journey.
may be in the area of music, to intensify the playing of an instrument, as well as possibly center again more in the area of meditation right now, both inspiring and warming my heart. Thank you.
I can’t separate my creativity into an ‘area of my life’
because it is something that is in all parts of my life,
so I will have to approach it from there.
It feels right now,
like creativity
is seeping out of my pores . . .
it seems to be in everything I do,
whether it be the way I place a glass upon the table,
draw the needle through the cloth
while hemming a skirt,
or wrap my fingers around the roots of a plant
as I put it in a bigger pot.
It’s in the colours I’m drawn to
on any given day,
or how I receive music that speaks to me,
feeling a part of it
in my whole being . . .
it’s like a new creativity
or a dormant one
is waiting to burst into the world . . .
waiting restlessly
to be born.
Now,
what will I do with it?
That’s another question.
Will I squander it
like I have so many other gifts in my life
or will I nurture it
like a graceless infant
that only wants itself to survive
until other things give it meaning?
Will I honor it
and let it grow,
unafraid of not doing it correctly?
I hope,
with all my heart,
As I near my life’s end in this reality,
that I reach into it
and fulfill my heart’s desire
to make a difference in the world,
somehow
creating something
that is recognized as profound,
if unexplainable in words . . .
something deeper than words
that I recognize in the creativity of others,
something that one cannot put one’s finger on
but knows there is an underlying truth
in what has been done.
We all know
that deep within us
there is a Place of knowing . . .
a Place where the Mystery lies waiting,
spread open like a Lotus,
for those who are close to seeing,
but cannot cross the threshold
without a little prompting . . .
a Place
we cannot possibly fathom entirely
within this world we live in today.
In everything and everywhere I look there are positive signs of possibility! Each day is a new day and I’m so grateful that I got to wake up today ! Thank you ! I love you!
OK. Right now? Clearing. – Clearing space both literally in my home and in my psyche and in the awareness of time. slow and steady and forward in the positive. I started with that sense when I first read the reflection this morning, and now, having read all the replies, I still feel the same, and I also feel more connected to a body of folks who seem to all be doing something of the same in their own intentional way. thank you. I am standing up and starting forward, grounding this intention and taking it with me into the rest of this day.
Just looking forward to moving into our new home next month at some point and all the possibilities there of making it cozy. I also recently bought a new pair of hiking boots, my others were getting worn out so looking forward to exploring new places on warmer and sunny days.
Where do I feel a sense of possibility right now?
I can be less critical of myself.
I feel more able to just be.
I typed this, then took a deep breath.
Yes, this is where I feel the greatest sense of possibility.
I found that my first response to this question kind of took me out of the here and now and into the future: I am getting involved in some new projects, and feel a sense of possibility in them.
Another answer that helps keep me more grounded in the here and now: I just reread Brother David’s article Awake, Aware and Alert: https://grateful.org/resource/awake-aware-and-alert/ . I feel a sense of possibility in being able to ask myself frequently today, “Isn’t this surprising?”, then “What is the opportunity here?”, and then to respond alertly. I love this quote from Brother David at the end of the article, “When I am grateful, I am neither rushing nor slouching through my day–I’m dancing.” So there is the possibility of being able to dance my way through my day today, or at least through moments of my day even if I can’t maintain that attitude all of the time.
I can think of two very concrete areas that have some possibilities. One is, I signed up for a music program that could be fun and enriching. The other is the small but lovely little backyard here at my new house. I am beginning to transform it more to my needs and liking. Exciting possibilities.
In general, I would like to be open to possibility.
Staying as open and wide eyes as possible.
Physically I feel a sense of possibility. There is a stubborn back problem that runs in my family, no idea what causes it. I too have had it since I was a teenager. Those affected have taken it as a matter of course that they suffer chronic pain and easy injury. I included myself in that contingent, but more recently, have stuck with a challenging physical therapy program. Slowly, with consistent effort, the back problem has eased. This month, I feel really good, with hardly any pain. I had thought this back problem was my fate, but skilled help and a whole lotta work on pelvic stabilizer and oblique muscles has made a world of difference. I feel encouraged and like I can do so much more without worrying about injury or stubborn pain.
Drea, I have had a similar situation. Consistency seems to be the solution.
Too bad it took me forty years to finally put into practice what people had been telling me all along. Oh well, better late than never. 😁
Glad you’re experiencing some relief.
I feel a sense of possibility in my spiritual, mental and physical health. If I continue my grateful journey and embrace positive growth it can be obtained step by step. Movement forward be it a physical step, turning a page in a book or a positive thought, will always take me further.
I, too, resonate with the concept of positive, thoughtful, grateful movement forward; and I love the way you have tied it to images of “a physical step, a turning of a page in a book, or a positive thought”. thank you. I feel encouraged, and that feels like a gift.
“feel a sense of possibility…
“continue on my grateful journey…
“embrace positive growth…
(baby) step by (baby) step.”
This will move me forward.
Key phrases taken from your post, Deann.
Thank you!!!
My yoga teacher training. I am making progress, and it’s all going really well. I struggle with keeping it all organized since I did about 70% of the program a few years ago, but it’s all clicking and feels good. I believe in myself a little more than I did a few weeks ago, so that part is improving as well. I feel less fearful and a little more confident, and I know it will continue getting better if I just keep swimming 🙂
Something I have noticed lately is that my journey of living a life of gratitude seems to have been elevated just a bit. No trumpets, rather just an awareness that deep appreciation and gratefulness are the first to arrive at the table. So I am wondering, what might be possible as this continues.
and I’m liking “no trumpets”. makes me smile and want to use and feels apropos. another applicable practice/concept/hopefully measure of growth, for me to want to incorporate. thank you!
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I feel a sense of possibility in continuing to become more of who I really am, and shedding the many bits of false self that are slowly softening and letting go. Such a journey.
may be in the area of music, to intensify the playing of an instrument, as well as possibly center again more in the area of meditation right now, both inspiring and warming my heart. Thank you.
I can’t separate my creativity into an ‘area of my life’
because it is something that is in all parts of my life,
so I will have to approach it from there.
It feels right now,
like creativity
is seeping out of my pores . . .
it seems to be in everything I do,
whether it be the way I place a glass upon the table,
draw the needle through the cloth
while hemming a skirt,
or wrap my fingers around the roots of a plant
as I put it in a bigger pot.
It’s in the colours I’m drawn to
on any given day,
or how I receive music that speaks to me,
feeling a part of it
in my whole being . . .
it’s like a new creativity
or a dormant one
is waiting to burst into the world . . .
waiting restlessly
to be born.
Now,
what will I do with it?
That’s another question.
Will I squander it
like I have so many other gifts in my life
or will I nurture it
like a graceless infant
that only wants itself to survive
until other things give it meaning?
Will I honor it
and let it grow,
unafraid of not doing it correctly?
I hope,
with all my heart,
As I near my life’s end in this reality,
that I reach into it
and fulfill my heart’s desire
to make a difference in the world,
somehow
creating something
that is recognized as profound,
if unexplainable in words . . .
something deeper than words
that I recognize in the creativity of others,
something that one cannot put one’s finger on
but knows there is an underlying truth
in what has been done.
We all know
that deep within us
there is a Place of knowing . . .
a Place where the Mystery lies waiting,
spread open like a Lotus,
for those who are close to seeing,
but cannot cross the threshold
without a little prompting . . .
a Place
we cannot possibly fathom entirely
within this world we live in today.
In everything and everywhere I look there are positive signs of possibility! Each day is a new day and I’m so grateful that I got to wake up today ! Thank you ! I love you!
OK. Right now? Clearing. – Clearing space both literally in my home and in my psyche and in the awareness of time. slow and steady and forward in the positive. I started with that sense when I first read the reflection this morning, and now, having read all the replies, I still feel the same, and I also feel more connected to a body of folks who seem to all be doing something of the same in their own intentional way. thank you. I am standing up and starting forward, grounding this intention and taking it with me into the rest of this day.
Just looking forward to moving into our new home next month at some point and all the possibilities there of making it cozy. I also recently bought a new pair of hiking boots, my others were getting worn out so looking forward to exploring new places on warmer and sunny days.
I’m excited for you, Robin Ann!
Where do I feel a sense of possibility right now?
I can be less critical of myself.
I feel more able to just be.
I typed this, then took a deep breath.
Yes, this is where I feel the greatest sense of possibility.
More able to just be is such a nice feeling!
I found that my first response to this question kind of took me out of the here and now and into the future: I am getting involved in some new projects, and feel a sense of possibility in them.
Another answer that helps keep me more grounded in the here and now: I just reread Brother David’s article Awake, Aware and Alert: https://grateful.org/resource/awake-aware-and-alert/ . I feel a sense of possibility in being able to ask myself frequently today, “Isn’t this surprising?”, then “What is the opportunity here?”, and then to respond alertly. I love this quote from Brother David at the end of the article, “When I am grateful, I am neither rushing nor slouching through my day–I’m dancing.” So there is the possibility of being able to dance my way through my day today, or at least through moments of my day even if I can’t maintain that attitude all of the time.
What a great quote from Brother David!
“…neither rushing nor slouching through my day- I’m dancing.”
Thank you so much Elizabeth!
Elizabeth H Thank you…I find no need to answer the question as you have given me the answer I needed.
I can think of two very concrete areas that have some possibilities. One is, I signed up for a music program that could be fun and enriching. The other is the small but lovely little backyard here at my new house. I am beginning to transform it more to my needs and liking. Exciting possibilities.
In general, I would like to be open to possibility.
Staying as open and wide eyes as possible.
The garden
is always ripe with possibilities,
dear Charlie…♥️
Beautiful, Charlie!
Open to possibility.
In my spirit and with my eyes!
Thank you, Charlie!
Physically I feel a sense of possibility. There is a stubborn back problem that runs in my family, no idea what causes it. I too have had it since I was a teenager. Those affected have taken it as a matter of course that they suffer chronic pain and easy injury. I included myself in that contingent, but more recently, have stuck with a challenging physical therapy program. Slowly, with consistent effort, the back problem has eased. This month, I feel really good, with hardly any pain. I had thought this back problem was my fate, but skilled help and a whole lotta work on pelvic stabilizer and oblique muscles has made a world of difference. I feel encouraged and like I can do so much more without worrying about injury or stubborn pain.
For me, the emphasis is on consistency.
When I am consistent, it works!
Yes, consistency is the secret sauce! A good reminder.
Drea, I have had a similar situation. Consistency seems to be the solution.
Too bad it took me forty years to finally put into practice what people had been telling me all along. Oh well, better late than never. 😁
Glad you’re experiencing some relief.
Thanks Charlie. I feel like it took me too long as well. But yes, better late than never, and oh the relief is good!
Today I am content to let possibilities unfold without my identifying and watching them.
I feel a sense of possibility in my spiritual, mental and physical health. If I continue my grateful journey and embrace positive growth it can be obtained step by step. Movement forward be it a physical step, turning a page in a book or a positive thought, will always take me further.
I, too, resonate with the concept of positive, thoughtful, grateful movement forward; and I love the way you have tied it to images of “a physical step, a turning of a page in a book, or a positive thought”. thank you. I feel encouraged, and that feels like a gift.
“feel a sense of possibility…
“continue on my grateful journey…
“embrace positive growth…
(baby) step by (baby) step.”
This will move me forward.
Key phrases taken from your post, Deann.
Thank you!!!
My soul is the area of my life where I feel a sense of possibility. It’s possible to nourish it with love and kindness.
In terms of your answer itself, it aligns with my classical music base.
My Ngoc, “It’s possible to nourish it with love and kindness.”
My yoga teacher training. I am making progress, and it’s all going really well. I struggle with keeping it all organized since I did about 70% of the program a few years ago, but it’s all clicking and feels good. I believe in myself a little more than I did a few weeks ago, so that part is improving as well. I feel less fearful and a little more confident, and I know it will continue getting better if I just keep swimming 🙂
I have not seen the movie all the way from beginning to end but I did hear the line, “just keep swimming”.
You are more courageous than you know, Sunnypatti!
I second Drea’s post cheering you on!
Cheering you on Sunnypatti!
Thank you, Drea,!
Something I have noticed lately is that my journey of living a life of gratitude seems to have been elevated just a bit. No trumpets, rather just an awareness that deep appreciation and gratefulness are the first to arrive at the table. So I am wondering, what might be possible as this continues.
Elevated just a bit is such a good way to describe it.
and I’m liking “no trumpets”. makes me smile and want to use and feels apropos. another applicable practice/concept/hopefully measure of growth, for me to want to incorporate. thank you!
You are welcome, Carol Ann.