Self-worth and self-image are shaped and enhanced by and with dignity. Dignity of play… embraces teammates reveres the challenge relishes the zone The grace of communion and communication foster warmth and joy. Dignity of work… sees nothing but the truth hears the honesty feels the sincerity Responsibility puts upContinue reading “Dignity”
Tag Archives: Harmony
The Holy Spirit
“The Holy Spirit is to our souls as the sun is to heaven – giving light, giving warmth, filling with brightness and joy.”[1] Sunshine provides possibility and enables nature to produce beauty of shape, noise, and fragrance. Spirit enlightens and inflames the soul to make harmony with reverence, zeal, and kindness. “The tender mercyContinue reading “The Holy Spirit”
Righteous
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice for they will be filled[1] Advocating justice for all is virtuous activity, it transforms our society. Constantly promoting fairness, for the neglected and canceled, slakes the soul’s pursuit of accord. To serve the whole community, not only promotes common good, it aligns with the greater good.Continue reading “Righteous”
Bounce Back Better
Setbacks are inevitable… to recover is not a passive movement, resiliency is an active affirmation, Absorbing the effects of the injury affects restoring comfort and happiness – surpass survival – thrive. Well-being is not an accident. Engaged is not a coincidence. Harmony is not a lucky chance. Total commitment… exercise the body, adjust the attitude,Continue reading “Bounce Back Better”
Embracing Change
O God, I am tired and confused. Help me be still, Help me be quiet and listen, Help me not be overwhelmed by what must be done. Give me peace as I start anew. Help me rest assured in your presence, Help me say, “Yes, I can”, Help me trust you and myself. O God,Continue reading “Embracing Change”
God’s Sadness
The tears God sheds are real and in harmony with creation. God’s gloom is not our doom, nor does it lessen her love for us, all of us, regardless of awareness. God’s grief is not fear of failure, She does not ache from envy, and does not compete with us. God’s anguish gives witness, SheContinue reading “God’s Sadness”
Happiness (Psalm 5)
Listen to me, my Lady, be with me and my heartache. Hear my cry for help, my Queen and my Mother, answer my prayer. I turn to you when I awake; in the morning I ask you in joyous expectation not a demanding one. You are present always in allContinue reading “Happiness (Psalm 5)”
Ritual
Ritual is both a blessing and a curse – A blessing ‘cause it makes order of chaos, a curse ‘cause it fosters chaos of order. The blessing treats us all as equals, without regard for worldly status, granting access to the common good. The curse thwarts personal expression, and therefore shuns creativity, promoting ennui ofContinue reading “Ritual”
Good Faith
To be what I am and not be what I am not – a challenging if not impossible effort. The heart has feelings and wants to be in relation – a both–and condition, it leads with submission. The mind uses logic and needs to be with science – an either-or separation, it transacts with reason.Continue reading “Good Faith”
Manna
Despite my crankiness, I am nourished by manna, and today, I have happiness. “When they measured it… the one who gathered much did not have too much, who gathered little did not have too little.”[1] Grumbling and grumpiness are expected. Still, complaints are heard and prayers answered, but misuse will spoil the gift and ruinContinue reading “Manna”
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