In the quiet spaces of our hearts, we pause to ponder, to pray. Not in condemnation of desire, but in reverence for its essence. Seeking solace from the raw ache of longing, we untangle the threads of yearning. It's not merely about the material, but a deeper hunger of the soul, a longing for richness beyond possessions. We train ourselves to perceive abundance in simplicity, to discern sufficiency in the midst of plenty. To embrace "enough" is not a gesture of scarcity, but a symphony of contentment. It's about holding gently, releasing gracefully, understanding that endings pave the path for new beginnings.
May your heart's silence be a sanctuary for reverence, guiding you to find solace in simplicity and richness in sufficiency, embracing each ending as a gateway to new beginnings.
(adopted from: Thomas Merton, New Seeds of Contemplation; Turning Toward the World; Sophfronia Scott, The Seeker and the Monk)