I am glad your family is recovering from the ravages of that influenza. It is humbling to experience how fragile we are beneath the illusions of our control and power. I was touched by your description of the comforting realization of releasing responsibility and still being able to act responsibly.
"And I saw that I could act responsibly without assuming responsibility. I could still take action without taking it personally. I could spend a few moments appreciating the swaying pines. I could spend a few moments resting my eyes. I could spend a few moments comforting my wife. I could spend a few moments reassuring my children. I could spend a few moments slowly making my way down to the market to buy a few things. I could spend a few moments cooking a stew. It could all be done without much fuss. At whatever pace I could manage."
In the U.S., as you're aware, many of us are experiencing a sense of helplessness and impotence in resisting the hostile takeover of our government. Part of me wants to feel like I should (shoulding on myself) be able to meet the challenge head-on and with full fury. Your words about acting responsibly without clinging to the notion of being responsible for forces beyond my control. I imagine myself as a Canadian observing this madness with the breathing room to make compassionate, responsible decisions for myself and those I care about.
Sure, I know I could easily slip into a panic but the wisdom of age tells me this is going to be a long, perhaps infinite struggle and it is best to act courageously and effectively rather than adding to the panic and confusion. I would like to remain as still as your reflective pond, but my task is to time the 'pebble toss' appropriately.
I feel immense sympathy for the truly difficult times you are experiencing at the moment, but at the same time, so grateful that you’ve taken time to share your insights from the situation with us. Huge thanks ♥️
That was a very difficult situation you were in, Shiv, with the whole family sick and no one spared to be caretaker. As I was reading your recounting of the story, I had forgotten the beginning about the reflection of the pond. What a delight and a thrill to see the perfect metaphor for your "just so" experience, that reality where nothing is perturbed! Thank you.
What a difficult time but the most beautiful realisation...it's ultimately not the situation but the mind's narrative that make it all this is " I can act responsibly without assuming responsibility" I can take action without taking personally
I am glad your family is recovering from the ravages of that influenza. It is humbling to experience how fragile we are beneath the illusions of our control and power. I was touched by your description of the comforting realization of releasing responsibility and still being able to act responsibly.
"And I saw that I could act responsibly without assuming responsibility. I could still take action without taking it personally. I could spend a few moments appreciating the swaying pines. I could spend a few moments resting my eyes. I could spend a few moments comforting my wife. I could spend a few moments reassuring my children. I could spend a few moments slowly making my way down to the market to buy a few things. I could spend a few moments cooking a stew. It could all be done without much fuss. At whatever pace I could manage."
In the U.S., as you're aware, many of us are experiencing a sense of helplessness and impotence in resisting the hostile takeover of our government. Part of me wants to feel like I should (shoulding on myself) be able to meet the challenge head-on and with full fury. Your words about acting responsibly without clinging to the notion of being responsible for forces beyond my control. I imagine myself as a Canadian observing this madness with the breathing room to make compassionate, responsible decisions for myself and those I care about.
Sure, I know I could easily slip into a panic but the wisdom of age tells me this is going to be a long, perhaps infinite struggle and it is best to act courageously and effectively rather than adding to the panic and confusion. I would like to remain as still as your reflective pond, but my task is to time the 'pebble toss' appropriately.
Dear Shiv,
I feel immense sympathy for the truly difficult times you are experiencing at the moment, but at the same time, so grateful that you’ve taken time to share your insights from the situation with us. Huge thanks ♥️
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Thank you for sharing this.
dear shiv,
thank you for sharing all of this.
i'm glad for the fever breaking metaphorically (and physically, i imagine).
much love
myq
That was a very difficult situation you were in, Shiv, with the whole family sick and no one spared to be caretaker. As I was reading your recounting of the story, I had forgotten the beginning about the reflection of the pond. What a delight and a thrill to see the perfect metaphor for your "just so" experience, that reality where nothing is perturbed! Thank you.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Thank you for sharing your insights, Shiv. May you all be healthy and at ease. Oh, and be careful with Tylenol!! 10 gm a day can damage the liver!! 🙏🏼
Beautiful 💜
Sublime. Just delicious, Shiv. ❤️
What a difficult time but the most beautiful realisation...it's ultimately not the situation but the mind's narrative that make it all this is " I can act responsibly without assuming responsibility" I can take action without taking personally