This might be one of your best posts! As a father with kids in their late teens / very early 20’s this really hit home for me. I am making them read it!
I love this, David (as I knew I would). In the Temple in Jerusalem, the flames of the menorah (candelabra) symbolized wisdom and enlightenment. But the oil symbolized confusion. Researching and reasoning our way out of doubt is the path to understanding.
Nice segment and topic David. Doubt is good...we were at a BBQ this weekend for one of our grandchildren which turned out great in weather, people that were suppose to be there, food and just everything as sometimes the world gives us a little reprieve on challenges. Well we were playing Cornhole and I am competitive as the next, but this day just wanted to have fun. Well a little boy came over and asked the score as we were behind at that point and he said to me....you are not going to win! Well....I smiled and me and my teammate did indeed win that match. I thanked the young fellow and said we did win and appreciate the nudge and he seemed shocked that I did not get mad and just smiled and went about my business. Life lesson learned and we later lost to the host (our son in law) and his team member and one of his good buddies that loves to win and needed it more than my cornhole mate and I did. They were happy and day seemed to be completed....it's good to get older when wisdom actually means something treasured!
Hi David, this really hit home today! I've been feeling so much doubt in my abilities since being laid off earlier this year and not being able to find work. I know I'm capable in my skills and have plenty of experience, but I'm not sure I'm excited about what I do. I have so much doubt about this. I've been trying to embrace the doubt to fuel a new beginning toward my purpose, but I have no idea how to start. Thanks for giving me a new perspective to think about :)
I can honestly say I have never felt paralyzed by doubt, though there have been several profound instances where questioning "certainties" became the priority. When everything becomes a circle, (or spiral, as the case may feel), all we need do is interrupt out at any point and start working around it to find a new beginning point.
Embodying our purpose with every breath we give and receive...the pain an invitation to be embraced...as a bridge to each step on the pathway...of purpose 🙏
Perhaps then...embracing or cultivating trust in doubt...can be the harmony between pain & purpose?
Embracing the fresh start available every day is a big deal, David. I'm paying attention to fresh starts these days, without knowing where they'll take me. Appreciating that I'm here for another begining of Something.
That is a beautiful way to live Malka. I hope embracing a fresh start delivers to you something you highly deserve but were too humble, too thoughtful, and too down-to-earth to dare to wish for it.
This might be one of your best posts! As a father with kids in their late teens / very early 20’s this really hit home for me. I am making them read it!
I'm thrilled to hear that Greg.
I love this, David (as I knew I would). In the Temple in Jerusalem, the flames of the menorah (candelabra) symbolized wisdom and enlightenment. But the oil symbolized confusion. Researching and reasoning our way out of doubt is the path to understanding.
Nice segment and topic David. Doubt is good...we were at a BBQ this weekend for one of our grandchildren which turned out great in weather, people that were suppose to be there, food and just everything as sometimes the world gives us a little reprieve on challenges. Well we were playing Cornhole and I am competitive as the next, but this day just wanted to have fun. Well a little boy came over and asked the score as we were behind at that point and he said to me....you are not going to win! Well....I smiled and me and my teammate did indeed win that match. I thanked the young fellow and said we did win and appreciate the nudge and he seemed shocked that I did not get mad and just smiled and went about my business. Life lesson learned and we later lost to the host (our son in law) and his team member and one of his good buddies that loves to win and needed it more than my cornhole mate and I did. They were happy and day seemed to be completed....it's good to get older when wisdom actually means something treasured!
Hi David, this really hit home today! I've been feeling so much doubt in my abilities since being laid off earlier this year and not being able to find work. I know I'm capable in my skills and have plenty of experience, but I'm not sure I'm excited about what I do. I have so much doubt about this. I've been trying to embrace the doubt to fuel a new beginning toward my purpose, but I have no idea how to start. Thanks for giving me a new perspective to think about :)
I'm sorry to hear about your job situation. That can be tough to deal with. I'm delighted this gave you something to consider. 🙏🏻
I can honestly say I have never felt paralyzed by doubt, though there have been several profound instances where questioning "certainties" became the priority. When everything becomes a circle, (or spiral, as the case may feel), all we need do is interrupt out at any point and start working around it to find a new beginning point.
Scott Boddie...always question certainties. At least periodically. 😉
Embodying our purpose with every breath we give and receive...the pain an invitation to be embraced...as a bridge to each step on the pathway...of purpose 🙏
Perhaps then...embracing or cultivating trust in doubt...can be the harmony between pain & purpose?
Sounds like a splendid place to start. 🙏🏻
Oh, David! You have no idea how this post is relevant to my life right now. Thank you so much for those moments of wisdom. ☺️
I am so touched to hear this. This is why I write. The blessing travels both directions. Thank you.
Embracing the fresh start available every day is a big deal, David. I'm paying attention to fresh starts these days, without knowing where they'll take me. Appreciating that I'm here for another begining of Something.
That is a beautiful way to live Malka. I hope embracing a fresh start delivers to you something you highly deserve but were too humble, too thoughtful, and too down-to-earth to dare to wish for it.
Thank you 🙏🏻