At times life presents us with a forced pause - times when something sudden, chaotic, or catastrophic occurs. We recently experienced such a moment with the passing of another masterful musical icon.
But consider also the potency of “the willing pause.” A self-initiated hiatus can be a powerful way to engage with life on our own terms. Giving yourself an opportunity to reflect or simply do nothing can be highly empowering, rather than waiting for life to get so intense as to force a time-out of necessity. A purposeful pause can cultivate peacefulness as a resource, and is helpful because life-imposed pauses are generally not as pleasant.
Culturally we have a tendency to push to the point of depletion, but there’s much to be said for saving something for later. Ecstasy doesn’t have to equal exhaustion.
"Dearly beloved
We are gathered here today
To get through this thing called life." ~ Let us gather.
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