Ha, I think you’re the fourth person mentioning the book in as many weeks. A friend and somatic healer said it was her favorite. Hopefully we enjoy it and get as much out of it as others have. Thanks for your comment.
Coincidentally, I just put a hold on “I am that” at my library the other day. A new follower had posted several quotes by the author, and I became intrigued. I’m looking forward to reading it. 🙂
Beautiful ! I experience so many synchronicities now. I was just thinking today that I should do a Gratitude post listing little moments like this. I got lots of ideas though. one day I’ll do it. ❤️
Hearing this puts a smile on my face, Julie. I wrote this as much for me as anyone else. I still take most of my life for granted and writing about this has helped reconnect me with appreciation. Tears came up as I re-read the list. Looking forward to reading your essay whenever you write it!
What a terrific list Ryan! There's so much goodness we can appreciate and carry forward to share with others! And I'm humbled and honored to be included in your list, thank you!
In a world where it is so easy to hyper-focus on the "negative knickers" of things happening, this list is so simple, so pure, and deeply profound. The tiny moments of nurturing that happen everywhere all the time.
It inspired me to go cut sunflowers from my front yard and display them on my table to make my husband smile (and so we can gather the seeds for next year's planting before the birds eat them all).
Thank you. I needed this today. I've had some moments today where I've gotten all negative in my knickers. The reminders like this are vital to keeping the vibe where it functions best.
I hear you about becoming negative in our knickers (great saying, by the way). Gratitude helps protect us against the mind's negativity, at least when I remember. I feel like my friends here and elsewhere are there to remind me of what I've forgotten.
I can’t take credit for the “negative knickers” phrase. I stole that one from my Brit friend @Suzy Rowlands - who is turning out to be quite the muse for me lately. She also inspired my post about “blooming brilliance”
This reminds me of The Power of Moments, by Chip & Dan Heath. Think outside yourself. Care & invest in a moment for someone else. And recognize receiving those moments. They stick with us.
I know of those authors, but I have yet to read their books. A friend liked Made to Stick. I remember when people took a moment to contribute to my life. The offerings are small, but they leave a significant impression. It reminds me of Maya Angelou's famous quote: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Thanks, Mike. Good to see you. :o)
I love these Ryan, it really highlights that something ever so small (e.g stepping away from the snail to ensure its safety and path) can be ever so wonderful.
That’s a great example, Joanna. There’s something about acting in wholesome ways that nourishes the spirit. And when we act in unwholesome ways, well… Thank you for your comment.
Thank you Ryan. Every now and again I make a gratitude list. Perhaps there are 10 items, and they're usually simple things that I possess or I've done, perhaps things I now have back in my life. But this is what is inspiring about yours: it looks outward and across. We aren't just ourselves; we are many. We are a community. So my next list will contain the things I have noticed that others do for others too.
Ha, I think you’re the fourth person mentioning the book in as many weeks. A friend and somatic healer said it was her favorite. Hopefully we enjoy it and get as much out of it as others have. Thanks for your comment.
Coincidentally, I just put a hold on “I am that” at my library the other day. A new follower had posted several quotes by the author, and I became intrigued. I’m looking forward to reading it. 🙂
Very positive and uplifting post, Ryan. Thank you!
Beautiful ! I experience so many synchronicities now. I was just thinking today that I should do a Gratitude post listing little moments like this. I got lots of ideas though. one day I’ll do it. ❤️
Hearing this puts a smile on my face, Julie. I wrote this as much for me as anyone else. I still take most of my life for granted and writing about this has helped reconnect me with appreciation. Tears came up as I re-read the list. Looking forward to reading your essay whenever you write it!
What a terrific list Ryan! There's so much goodness we can appreciate and carry forward to share with others! And I'm humbled and honored to be included in your list, thank you!
Thanks, Nancy. You deserve to be on the list. Perhaps everyone on Substack does, but you were the most prominent person that came to mind.
To whom which all beings dwell, you are that
That's a beautiful insight, elegantly said. Thank you.
Beautiful bullet points ❤️
Thanks for reading, and I'm glad they landed as intended.
In a world where it is so easy to hyper-focus on the "negative knickers" of things happening, this list is so simple, so pure, and deeply profound. The tiny moments of nurturing that happen everywhere all the time.
It inspired me to go cut sunflowers from my front yard and display them on my table to make my husband smile (and so we can gather the seeds for next year's planting before the birds eat them all).
Thank you. I needed this today. I've had some moments today where I've gotten all negative in my knickers. The reminders like this are vital to keeping the vibe where it functions best.
I hear you about becoming negative in our knickers (great saying, by the way). Gratitude helps protect us against the mind's negativity, at least when I remember. I feel like my friends here and elsewhere are there to remind me of what I've forgotten.
I can’t take credit for the “negative knickers” phrase. I stole that one from my Brit friend @Suzy Rowlands - who is turning out to be quite the muse for me lately. She also inspired my post about “blooming brilliance”
That’s beautiful. I love being inspired by friends’ ideas and expressions.
Beautiful message friend <3
Appreciate your words, Justin. Good to see you. :o)
Beautifully written. Thank you and I love your little doggy. I have a Bichon Frise
Ha! It's actually a dog I sit. Are Bichon's always so funny, playful and wild? Thank you for your words. 💛
This reminds me of The Power of Moments, by Chip & Dan Heath. Think outside yourself. Care & invest in a moment for someone else. And recognize receiving those moments. They stick with us.
I know of those authors, but I have yet to read their books. A friend liked Made to Stick. I remember when people took a moment to contribute to my life. The offerings are small, but they leave a significant impression. It reminds me of Maya Angelou's famous quote: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Thanks, Mike. Good to see you. :o)
Beautiful focus. Right with you.
Glad it landed. Thanks for your comment. :)
I love these Ryan, it really highlights that something ever so small (e.g stepping away from the snail to ensure its safety and path) can be ever so wonderful.
That’s a great example, Joanna. There’s something about acting in wholesome ways that nourishes the spirit. And when we act in unwholesome ways, well… Thank you for your comment.
Thank you Ryan. Every now and again I make a gratitude list. Perhaps there are 10 items, and they're usually simple things that I possess or I've done, perhaps things I now have back in my life. But this is what is inspiring about yours: it looks outward and across. We aren't just ourselves; we are many. We are a community. So my next list will contain the things I have noticed that others do for others too.
What an inspiring idea.