I have become a strong believer in the fact that every single thing that happens can be learned from, that instead of disappointment, anger, sadness, or the feeling of giving up (not to say that these feelings don't roll through you, but the point is that you don't hold on to these emotions, allowing them to control you) if you take that energy and focus it on what can be done now, not what is already done, life becomes a whole lot smoother!
In the past few months, I have experienced more than my share of intense situations that ranged from cutting ties, saying hellos and goodbyes, letting go, missing opportunities, being honest when keeping my mouth shut would have been easier, making strong bonds only to move far away from people I care for deeply, among other things. I can't say it has been easy, but I would not take back one moment, one decision, or one outcome for anything. I have taken these moments as an opportunity to learn, a chance to change my perspective, to soften a bit, to find new ways to relate to myself and others, to really evolve my consciousness to the next level.
I am grateful that day by day, my mind and heart are being opened, constantly challenged and strengthened by each experience I have. I am taking each moment as my teacher and trying to relax into the outcome of each situation, knowing that I will be taken care of beyond my wildest imaginings when I trust and accept the ever present moment. I am beginning to realize that even when my pedal breaks, I can continue on, move forward, I just have to start walking, take a new path, and pause to appreciate the change of plans.
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hmmmm lovey i do love you.
ReplyDeleteon a bedtime note, i could be easily persuaded to come to washington. trust... if money was no object.. i would be there after jam cruise. sigh... hence, there are requirements on this path of waiting.
but if there is one thing i have learned on this recent lesson in patience, it is not that the universe is endlessly conspiring against me; it is simply that the present moment is inevitable.
mmmm...
anywhooo, some pertinent lyrics for you.... speaking of continuing on paths...
tell your story walking
tell it to the judge man
tell it to your motherless reflection
in a sock and one shoe after the great defection
she said tell a lie sometimes
tell the truth when it suits you
when you've lost your way tell a story
tell your story tell it tell it tell it
tell your story to anyone who'll listen
tell your story
don't stop talking
just tell your story walking
listing through caroll gardens on the way to cobble hil
l i stopped at a psychic's dusty wilted windowsill
forgot what she told me mostly
but i remember one thing she said
you may slip and call some lousy fuck your friend
but in the end you'll come out even then
you tell your story
tell it tell it tell it tell your story to anyone who'll listen
tell your story
don't stop talking
just tell your story walking
and it's a sorry frightful thing
when you want to cry but you can't keep from laughing
outside the church that's so quiet it dares you to shout
you put a hand to your mouth to stop the rain
you do a saint vitus' dance
through the sky you raise your voice
this is your chance
you have no choice
you tell your story
tell it tell it tell it tell your story
to anyone who'll listen
tell your story
don't stop talking
just tell your story walking