Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021
Today’s Gift from Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is:
One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture, and, if it were possible, to speak a few reasonable words. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
A spiritual man can nourish his growing spirit through enriching and beautiful experiences. Such experiences might be quiet meditation, listening to music, talking with a friend, or reading something that provides ideas to ponder. As men, we’ve been taught to focus on things more than on people. And, as we pursued goals and achievements, we neglected to provide ourselves with nourishment for our minds and souls.
Life’s experiences include joy and beauty and pain and grief. If we are uplifted every day by beauty in its many forms, we are strengthened and carried along to meet the tougher parts of our day. But to find those moments of beauty, we may need to push some other things aside. Perhaps some jobs can wait until tomorrow, and we can linger over a meal with our loved ones. Maybe mowing the lawn or fixing the car tonight isn’t as important as a half hour of good music. Do we make space for nourishing moments in each day?
I am grateful for the beauty all around. Help me keep life more balanced so I can receive the spiritual nourishment it provides.
Hazelden Foundation
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