Seeking Wisdom

Thank YOU for the wonderful feedback on yesterday’s post I’m in Recovery.

A couple of friends mentioned that the kind of “recovery” I’m talking about, may not have an “end point” and is likely to be a lengthy journey.

Both of those points make me excited because it means that there are little restrictions on the form this process can take. It can become whatever is right for me.

I began thinking of a way to outline this process and give myself a frame to work in. Even with that vague intention, I still don’t really know where to begin, so I’m going to start with research. I want to fully immerse myself in the wisdom of others, I’m sure that there is much that I need to learn and perhaps even unlearn.

A friend left this remarkable comment on another post for me:

“Would you like to save the world from the degradation and destruction it seems destined for? Then step away from shallow mass movements and

quietly go to work on your own self-awareness. If you want to awaken all of humanity, then awaken all of yourself. If you want to eliminate the suffering in the world, then eliminate all that is dark and negative in yourself. Truly, the greatest gift you have to give is that of your own self-transformation.”
― Lao Tzu

This quote deeply resonated with me and the timing couldn’t be more perfect. I’m grateful to her for sharing, because I wouldn’t have known to look for this. I recognize that my scope of knowledge at the moment is limited, so I’d like to ask for your help. What wisdom have you found inspiring? What authors or teachers speak to you in a profound way?

As always, sending you peace, love, and light.