As you said, it takes courage and time as we're all on a journey. That said, if we can become aware that our vulnerabilities are based on perceptions (thoughts) we have formed based on experience, we can begin to see them for what they are. Which is "They are not who I am". This separation between the sense of "I" (self) and thoughts allows space for new ways of thinking, feeling and behaving to develop.
Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom. Seeing life as a journey and others as fellow travelers is a good way to deal with grief. Let us be grateful for the moments we are able to spend together on this journey, and maybe we will meet again in some other time and place.
The joy of life’s adventure is diminished by the fears we pack and carry. Travel light, don’t collect souvenirs, and trust some kindness will be there if you need it. 💙 You may well find more to love than you anticipated. 💙
Your thoughts are amazing, Gurdeep! Well said that life is a journey, a voyage not a destination, each one of us have vulnerabilities of our life where we might have lost someone or something.
A little over a year ago, I started Bible study classes and I still have 5-6 months to go. Studying God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit helps me to focus on something worthwhile, the most important things ever, rather than continuously think of my problems. I love your video, especially the music. Thank you, Gurdeep! ❤️
"Their presence is transient, and it's important not to form strong, unbreakable attachments with them."
Everyone has their own approach to life. However, having said that...
In my opinion, this 'strategy' might prevent a person from experiencing the deepest meaning of love in life. Keeping potentially loved ones at a calculated distance in the hope of not getting hurt when that relationship ends. How can a person truly feel love or be loved?
How about learning to embrace the pain? Pain is a sign that true love was present. It proves that a beautiful time has passed. Embrace the pain and link it to the great memories. Whenever that pain occurs, feel overwhelmed with love. The true love that has proven it was there and, as soon as it is allowed, will always be there.
Thank you for sharing and yes, switching our thoughts to the many beautiful things around us is very helpful. I find that reading a good book or watching a film can be helpful as well. Your dance makes me smile and happy. All things pass .
You have reminded me of one of my favourite Dickens' quotes from A Christmas Carol:
I have always thought of Christmas time as a good time; a kind, forgiving, charitable, pleasant time; when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow-passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys.
Thank you, Susan, for your insightful input from one of your favourite Dickens' quotes. Indeed, spirituality can be a significant pathway to discovering life's true meaning.
So beautifully written and very helpful to change the focus from our troublesome thoughts to the movement of the joyous dance freedom in the winters splendor unlocking the soul-Thankyou for sharing the joyful thoughts with the dance.
As you said, it takes courage and time as we're all on a journey. That said, if we can become aware that our vulnerabilities are based on perceptions (thoughts) we have formed based on experience, we can begin to see them for what they are. Which is "They are not who I am". This separation between the sense of "I" (self) and thoughts allows space for new ways of thinking, feeling and behaving to develop.
Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom. Seeing life as a journey and others as fellow travelers is a good way to deal with grief. Let us be grateful for the moments we are able to spend together on this journey, and maybe we will meet again in some other time and place.
The joy of life’s adventure is diminished by the fears we pack and carry. Travel light, don’t collect souvenirs, and trust some kindness will be there if you need it. 💙 You may well find more to love than you anticipated. 💙
I like, what you said, Robert, that "Travel light, don’t collect souvenirs".
Your thoughts are amazing, Gurdeep! Well said that life is a journey, a voyage not a destination, each one of us have vulnerabilities of our life where we might have lost someone or something.
Everything written is 100% correct. Fear stops from taking the very first step
A little over a year ago, I started Bible study classes and I still have 5-6 months to go. Studying God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit helps me to focus on something worthwhile, the most important things ever, rather than continuously think of my problems. I love your video, especially the music. Thank you, Gurdeep! ❤️
"Their presence is transient, and it's important not to form strong, unbreakable attachments with them."
Everyone has their own approach to life. However, having said that...
In my opinion, this 'strategy' might prevent a person from experiencing the deepest meaning of love in life. Keeping potentially loved ones at a calculated distance in the hope of not getting hurt when that relationship ends. How can a person truly feel love or be loved?
How about learning to embrace the pain? Pain is a sign that true love was present. It proves that a beautiful time has passed. Embrace the pain and link it to the great memories. Whenever that pain occurs, feel overwhelmed with love. The true love that has proven it was there and, as soon as it is allowed, will always be there.
Thank you, Jen, for your valuable input. It's greatly appreciated.
Thank you for sharing and yes, switching our thoughts to the many beautiful things around us is very helpful. I find that reading a good book or watching a film can be helpful as well. Your dance makes me smile and happy. All things pass .
Thank you, Ann, for your valuable feedback. I agree that sublimating our thoughts is one of the greatest ways to find joy.
You have reminded me of one of my favourite Dickens' quotes from A Christmas Carol:
I have always thought of Christmas time as a good time; a kind, forgiving, charitable, pleasant time; when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow-passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys.
Thank you, Susan, for your insightful input from one of your favourite Dickens' quotes. Indeed, spirituality can be a significant pathway to discovering life's true meaning.
Thank you, thank you for being part of my life's journey now, and all your lessons, and advice! I hope you're keeping warm, and safe 🤓
Thank you, Colin, for taking the time to provide your feedback! Yes, I am keeping warm.
So beautifully written and very helpful to change the focus from our troublesome thoughts to the movement of the joyous dance freedom in the winters splendor unlocking the soul-Thankyou for sharing the joyful thoughts with the dance.
I'm glad to see, Cathy, that you've grasped the essence of the article in your comment.