“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”
e.e cummings
Joe: “I’m reading a book about anti-gravity.”
Pete: Is it any good?”
Joe: “It’s impossible to put down!”
We all make plans for the future. It is prudent to do so. Yet, the future is guaranteed to no one. It’s a delicate balance to embrace and enjoy the present moment and simultaneously plan for the future. A part of us must be grounded in the present. Another part of us aspires for something better. This process is part of the human experience that remains with us throughout our lives. Those who master this balance discover the path to a peaceful and happy life.
When we help another we’re giving our time as a free gift. It is also a gift that we receive since it takes us out of our game and self-centeredness. We become more other centered through our offering to time. It’s a wonderful gift and often doesn’t cost more than the offer of time.
What if I shut down that part of my brain that always has the answers and turned on the part of the brain that wants to learn? Having answers can be a good thing. When we have all the answers, however, there’s no room left for learning. There’s no room left for questioning. When our internal answering machine is shut down, we have an opportunity to learn and gain insights we previously did not have.
We are surrounded by people who want to help us when we need help. Our job is to ask, receive, be grateful, and pay it back when we are asked.. It’s happened time and again for me.
Joe: “My girlfriend told me I’m like her laptop password.”
Pete: “What did she say?”
Joe: “She said she her password is short and insecure.”
“To feel the love of people whom we love is a fire that feeds our life.”
