The day is relatively clear and the winds are light. Life is good. No troubles just an easy hike along the canyon’s rim. We have time to relax and enjoy the scenery. We can absorb the moment without worries or concerns.
The clouds in the distance begin a slow billow. Their underside begins to darken and the light winds are becoming a bit of a breeze. We know it is time to head home, straight into the storm. Life is about to get interesting!
Most of us like a gentle breeze. We would prefer that our day-to-day lives be as calm and manageable as possible. But storms do happen. We will have no choice but to face headwinds and do the best we can. The question is not how to avoid the storms but how do we make life worthwhile in the midst of them? It is not simply about hanging on and surviving. Can we actually find a way to thrive in the midst of the occasional storms, when headwinds and heavy rain challenge our hope and joy?
I refuse to accept that life is only possible, or even at its best, when we are free of storms. Every moment between birth and death is a gift that we can either unwrap or toss aside unopened. There are certainly some moments we would prefer pass more quickly than others, but each moment is an opportunity. Over the next few weeks I want to explore ways that we can continue to grow into greater love and trust, joy and hope when are facing the headwinds of life!
The clouds in the distance begin a slow billow. Their underside begins to darken and the light winds are becoming a bit of a breeze. We know it is time to head home, straight into the storm. Life is about to get interesting!
Most of us like a gentle breeze. We would prefer that our day-to-day lives be as calm and manageable as possible. But storms do happen. We will have no choice but to face headwinds and do the best we can. The question is not how to avoid the storms but how do we make life worthwhile in the midst of them? It is not simply about hanging on and surviving. Can we actually find a way to thrive in the midst of the occasional storms, when headwinds and heavy rain challenge our hope and joy?
I refuse to accept that life is only possible, or even at its best, when we are free of storms. Every moment between birth and death is a gift that we can either unwrap or toss aside unopened. There are certainly some moments we would prefer pass more quickly than others, but each moment is an opportunity. Over the next few weeks I want to explore ways that we can continue to grow into greater love and trust, joy and hope when are facing the headwinds of life!
TIPS - Reduce Your Drag
Have you noticed how more and more cars are looking like a Prius? This is the result of good aerodynamics that reduces drag and increases fuel efficiency. It is certainly not because of style! The easiest way to deal with a headwind is to reduce the drag.
Over the next three weeks I will explore ways to reduce the drag that the storms of life create for us, body-mind-soul. Hopefully you will be able to find ways to slip through those difficult moments without losing your love and trust, joy or hope.
These will not be tips for surviving storms, but for enjoying life even in the middle of them. By reducing the drag we, hopefully, will have enough energy left over to enjoy the lightening and the sound of rain. I invite you to walk with me as we discover the gifts of life even when facing the strongest headwinds.
Over the next three weeks I will explore ways to reduce the drag that the storms of life create for us, body-mind-soul. Hopefully you will be able to find ways to slip through those difficult moments without losing your love and trust, joy or hope.
These will not be tips for surviving storms, but for enjoying life even in the middle of them. By reducing the drag we, hopefully, will have enough energy left over to enjoy the lightening and the sound of rain. I invite you to walk with me as we discover the gifts of life even when facing the strongest headwinds.
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