Love and beauty make me feel most alive. When I love myself with all my being, I am aware and attentive of the lots of beauty and abundance of possibilities to explore and be active in the present moments. Sr. Chittester said it clearly – “Beauty is what enables the human soul to reach beyond the dust of being alive to the stars that call us beyon;d it.” “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive..” Howard ThurmanU
Exploring new adventures/Travel. When I was in Florida we went to a new sea turtle rehab in Juno Beach. It was such a cool place and it was free!! Not only did they have sea turtles but many other local sea life as well. 🐢🐠
How can I not notice and pay homage to
one of the most powerful and joyful experiences
a human being can have?
The physical, emotional, and spiritual connection
that bonds two people together intimately
when they enter into it with love . . .
that of physical pleasure.
Songs have been sung about it,
books have been written about it,
painters and sculptors
have tried ever since time began
to honor our deepest creative desire,
and that is to mate.
The power of joy
when I couple with the man I have given my life to,
is transformative,
and takes me out of the realm of the ordinary,
and into a deeply profound place,
where bonding is enhanced
and ties become stronger.
To share physical passion
is to open the creative floodgates,
and is one of the deepest
and most intense connections
we can make with another human being.
I would be a hypocrite,
and a pretender of my own human flesh and bone and blood
to deny its importance or value.
The blessing of this embrace
impresses on me
just how full of Life the world is,
and how determined and driven
all creatures strive to find this miraculous key
to all that is creative
inside our hearts and souls. ♥
It is,
dear SunnyPatti,
and too often
we shy away from talking about it,
as if it is not a part of the spiritual realm,
because it most certainly is. ♥
Thank for that eloquent description of what has been sung of, written and preformed, painted and sculpted, dear Sparrow. I am in unison with you on this reflection.
Being together with dear friends and loved ones, sharing what is to be shared, encouraging each other, meditating together, helping each other. Singing and singing together; when silently and still walking along the riverside while the sun is rising.
Seeing the sunrise, sharing laughter, honestly a good cry reminds me of the depth of self which makes me feel alive. Taking a chance whether it’s trying something new or sharing thoughts I have learned to keep to myself also makes me feel alive. Music and dancing.
I feel most alive when laughing with my nine year old son, swimming in my favorite stream, hiking through the woods, and weed whacking while listening to good music!
I feel most alive when my senses are piqued.
Taste…. A good piece of dark chocolate
Sight.. signs of spring.
Smell… fresh bakery
Hear….. smoothing music
Touch…. a silky anything
What makes me feel most alive? Squatting in the ocean, salt water up to my chin, letting the huge energy of the ocean rhythmically move my body. This world is so much bigger than me. Dancing with abandon to music I love, feeling my energy merge with others who are dancing. Standing in the shower as a hard spray of water reaches my head and the warmth of the moving water flows over my body. Being outdoors and taking in the beauty of flowers in bloom. No work of art could be this beautiful. This is the artwork of God. Walking briskly on the track, feeling my body move, and then reaching the point where it feels as though my body is effortlessly moving through space. Writing some things that make me feel most alive brings much joy. Thank you for this question.
You are very fortunate, Loc, to be able to have deep conversations with your partner. Not all couples can do this. Often one person is not comfortable being in deep conversation. So that is where friends and forums such as this allow the other to enter into deep conversation and satisfy the need to go deep. It’s beautiful that you and Ngoc can do this together.
Thanks, Mary. It’s also more uncommon around my age group too. Most younger people aren’t able to have the time whether it’s work or kids. The standard seems to be work from 9-5 Mondays-Fridays, come home with 2 kids, tired, and go to sleep.
I feel most alive when I am leading a Bible Study and I see lightbulbs go on over people’s heads – an insight, a new idea or understanding, the thought that it is okay to question or live in mystery, even laughter that they never knew that God has a sense of humor, or that scripture can be read as literature. I LOVE that. I feel alive when I’m preaching a funeral/memorial service, celebrating a life well lived, helping family and friends send their loved one off in joy. I will feel alive when I’m delivering Meals on Wheels this morning and connecting with our clients. I feel alive when I’m talking and playing with children, listening to them work things out, finding new vocabulary and even teaching me the ways of their world. I feel alive when I’m with family or friends I’ve known forever and I can be my true self. I feel alive when I see a sunset, or other scene in nature that defies words – just a deep breath of AHHhhhhhh! I feel alive when I’m playing with our puppy and she has more energy than I’ve ever had. It is so good to feel alive!
I always feel rejuvenated, after spending time in nature. Preferably, moving my body while walking or riding my bike.
Also, connecting with others. Sharing ideas and lessons and stories.
These things tend to leave me with more energy and a refreshed perspective.
Same here, Charlie. Spring and warm weather are right around the corner.
As far as sharing ideas, lessons, and stories go, this expands upon my common ground and BosLoc umpire answer. That’s one of the beauties of being social and building connections. More will be addressed there in future posts and comments.
The voices around me that tell stories of positivity, and the laughs I share with my family and my community, those are the things that make me feel truly alive. I feel this way because I am still surrounded by goodness. Happy Wednesday to our lovely community! 💐
My Ngoc, with how similar our lives are and pointing in the same direction, we’re fortunate to still be surrounded by plenty of goodness. As I may have said yesterday or the day before, enjoy it while it lasts. The part I mentioned about shared experiences expands upon my answer concerning common ground.
Surrounding myself with people who share common ground with me makes me feel most alive. Less explanation reduces burdens. I have more energy and enthusiasm bringing me closer to the truest form of myself.
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Love and beauty make me feel most alive. When I love myself with all my being, I am aware and attentive of the lots of beauty and abundance of possibilities to explore and be active in the present moments. Sr. Chittester said it clearly – “Beauty is what enables the human soul to reach beyond the dust of being alive to the stars that call us beyon;d it.” “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive..” Howard ThurmanU
. . . a beautiful quote,
dear Kansha. ♥
Exploring new adventures/Travel. When I was in Florida we went to a new sea turtle rehab in Juno Beach. It was such a cool place and it was free!! Not only did they have sea turtles but many other local sea life as well. 🐢🐠
How can I not notice and pay homage to
one of the most powerful and joyful experiences
a human being can have?
The physical, emotional, and spiritual connection
that bonds two people together intimately
when they enter into it with love . . .
that of physical pleasure.
Songs have been sung about it,
books have been written about it,
painters and sculptors
have tried ever since time began
to honor our deepest creative desire,
and that is to mate.
The power of joy
when I couple with the man I have given my life to,
is transformative,
and takes me out of the realm of the ordinary,
and into a deeply profound place,
where bonding is enhanced
and ties become stronger.
To share physical passion
is to open the creative floodgates,
and is one of the deepest
and most intense connections
we can make with another human being.
I would be a hypocrite,
and a pretender of my own human flesh and bone and blood
to deny its importance or value.
The blessing of this embrace
impresses on me
just how full of Life the world is,
and how determined and driven
all creatures strive to find this miraculous key
to all that is creative
inside our hearts and souls. ♥
It truly is a beautiful connection when entered into with love 💕
It is,
dear SunnyPatti,
and too often
we shy away from talking about it,
as if it is not a part of the spiritual realm,
because it most certainly is. ♥
Thank for that eloquent description of what has been sung of, written and preformed, painted and sculpted, dear Sparrow. I am in unison with you on this reflection.
I feel this too,
dear Joseph,
and it troubles me
that is so often gets dismissed
as something other than sacred. ♥
Being together with dear friends and loved ones, sharing what is to be shared, encouraging each other, meditating together, helping each other. Singing and singing together; when silently and still walking along the riverside while the sun is rising.
What a beautiful picture you paint,
dear Emilia. ♥
Seeing the sunrise, sharing laughter, honestly a good cry reminds me of the depth of self which makes me feel alive. Taking a chance whether it’s trying something new or sharing thoughts I have learned to keep to myself also makes me feel alive. Music and dancing.
I’m with you, Deann… a good cry can really tap into the aliveness of our self.
Close reading of good writing.
I feel most alive when laughing with my nine year old son, swimming in my favorite stream, hiking through the woods, and weed whacking while listening to good music!
I feel most alive when my senses are piqued.
Taste…. A good piece of dark chocolate
Sight.. signs of spring.
Smell… fresh bakery
Hear….. smoothing music
Touch…. a silky anything
What makes me feel most alive? Squatting in the ocean, salt water up to my chin, letting the huge energy of the ocean rhythmically move my body. This world is so much bigger than me. Dancing with abandon to music I love, feeling my energy merge with others who are dancing. Standing in the shower as a hard spray of water reaches my head and the warmth of the moving water flows over my body. Being outdoors and taking in the beauty of flowers in bloom. No work of art could be this beautiful. This is the artwork of God. Walking briskly on the track, feeling my body move, and then reaching the point where it feels as though my body is effortlessly moving through space. Writing some things that make me feel most alive brings much joy. Thank you for this question.
All good things,
dear Mary. ♥
Yes to dancing! And being in the ocean… and seeing flowers in bloom 💃🏼🌊🌼🌷🪻
Deep conversations where we grow together. Group rituals. Spending time in nature. Doing art. Challenging myself.
Drea, as for the 1st one, that sounds like Ngoc and me all over again.
You are very fortunate, Loc, to be able to have deep conversations with your partner. Not all couples can do this. Often one person is not comfortable being in deep conversation. So that is where friends and forums such as this allow the other to enter into deep conversation and satisfy the need to go deep. It’s beautiful that you and Ngoc can do this together.
Thanks, Mary. It’s also more uncommon around my age group too. Most younger people aren’t able to have the time whether it’s work or kids. The standard seems to be work from 9-5 Mondays-Fridays, come home with 2 kids, tired, and go to sleep.
I feel most alive when I am leading a Bible Study and I see lightbulbs go on over people’s heads – an insight, a new idea or understanding, the thought that it is okay to question or live in mystery, even laughter that they never knew that God has a sense of humor, or that scripture can be read as literature. I LOVE that. I feel alive when I’m preaching a funeral/memorial service, celebrating a life well lived, helping family and friends send their loved one off in joy. I will feel alive when I’m delivering Meals on Wheels this morning and connecting with our clients. I feel alive when I’m talking and playing with children, listening to them work things out, finding new vocabulary and even teaching me the ways of their world. I feel alive when I’m with family or friends I’ve known forever and I can be my true self. I feel alive when I see a sunset, or other scene in nature that defies words – just a deep breath of AHHhhhhhh! I feel alive when I’m playing with our puppy and she has more energy than I’ve ever had. It is so good to feel alive!
Beautiful reflection, Katrina. I especially relate to being with children.
Katrina, in fact, god’s sense of humor rivals the rest of us.
I always feel rejuvenated, after spending time in nature. Preferably, moving my body while walking or riding my bike.
Also, connecting with others. Sharing ideas and lessons and stories.
These things tend to leave me with more energy and a refreshed perspective.
Same here, Charlie. Spring and warm weather are right around the corner.
As far as sharing ideas, lessons, and stories go, this expands upon my common ground and BosLoc umpire answer. That’s one of the beauties of being social and building connections. More will be addressed there in future posts and comments.
The voices around me that tell stories of positivity, and the laughs I share with my family and my community, those are the things that make me feel truly alive. I feel this way because I am still surrounded by goodness. Happy Wednesday to our lovely community! 💐
Thank you Ngoc.
Happy Wednesday, Ngoc. ♥️
My Ngoc, with how similar our lives are and pointing in the same direction, we’re fortunate to still be surrounded by plenty of goodness. As I may have said yesterday or the day before, enjoy it while it lasts. The part I mentioned about shared experiences expands upon my answer concerning common ground.
Surrounding myself with people who share common ground with me makes me feel most alive. Less explanation reduces burdens. I have more energy and enthusiasm bringing me closer to the truest form of myself.
Less expectations releases burdens there is sooo much truth in that statement!
That’s true, Deann, but I’m sure you meant to say “explanation.” “Expectation” must have been a typo on your end.
Yeah, I see how joyful you are, when you reconnect to your buddies, who share common interests and believe with you.
Hell yeah! It’s my BosLoc umpire.
My children make me feel most alive.
Nature.
Michele, being from Minnesota, the winter sure is beautiful when it snows.