tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post7438003663150029393..comments2023-10-17T10:17:28.786-04:00Comments on The Exception: Through the Ages - Wisdom: RAOKAThe Exceptionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13758654167029552230noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-36263932374083119612010-07-10T20:44:21.427-04:002010-07-10T20:44:21.427-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-87678201624398964152010-07-09T16:50:05.939-04:002010-07-09T16:50:05.939-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-21653207906015420302010-07-08T22:31:22.320-04:002010-07-08T22:31:22.320-04:00I loved what you said about the necessity of turni...I loved what you said about the necessity of turning away from social norms and even loved ones in an effort to stay true to yourself. As a vegan I have encountered a lot of resistance, because this NOT the social norm, but it feels right for me so I've been able to stand up to the controversy and live my life the way I believe I am meant to. I really enjoyed this post.Maggiehttp://www.simplicityandstrength.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-61388054213554736002010-07-08T14:42:52.474-04:002010-07-08T14:42:52.474-04:00Hi TE,
This part about being true to self really ...Hi TE,<br /><br />This part about being true to self really resonates with me:<br />"Often it means confronting societal norms, swimming against the stream, or facing the judgments of others." <br /><br />I think we all conform to societal norms to varying degrees. We wear clothes, we brush our teeth, we get an education, we pay our bills and taxes, etc. When it comes to matters of the heart, to choices that are highly personal, to passions that are deeply felt, I think this is when it gets tricky for many because that conformity line is wide and all-encopassing. But I actually believe that once we tune in to ourselves within, as you say, it becomes easier to let our individuality breathe and come to life. Once we begin to give voice our true self, it's eye-opening, it feels right and there's less room for doubt, for second-guesses. <br /><br />Thanks for a thought-provoking post.Belinda Munozhttp://thehalfwaypoint.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-18402162735297110732010-07-07T17:15:36.259-04:002010-07-07T17:15:36.259-04:00I really enjoyed your post and loved the "be ...I really enjoyed your post and loved the "be true to yourself" piece of wisdom. You are right that we can gain bits of wisdom from our elders and other people we come in contact with. I really believe that every moment, every person offers us an opportunity to gain wisdom. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.Timhttp://www.360degreeself.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-27597580762456445652010-07-07T17:15:20.536-04:002010-07-07T17:15:20.536-04:00I really enjoyed your post and loved the "be ...I really enjoyed your post and loved the "be true to yourself" piece of wisdom. You are right that we can gain bits of wisdom from our elders and other people we come in contact with. I really believe that every moment, every person offers us an opportunity to gain wisdom. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.Timhttp://www.360degreeself.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-45468951142495391432010-07-07T16:41:24.603-04:002010-07-07T16:41:24.603-04:00Hi M,
You said, "We can even find wisdom shar...Hi M,<br />You said, "We can even find wisdom shared by our pets, nature, and the world at large. Wisdom is shared by friends, lovers, strangers. It is shared through stories, songs, art, dance, proverbs…."<br /><br />As I mentioned in Eric's post, I wish I had written more about nature in regards to wisdom. But, I'm happy to read your words here. Alongside that, how beautiful it is to think of wisdom shared through stories, songs, art, dance, and proverbs. You really nailed it! Your words are so lovely.<br /><br />Also, as the month progresses and I keep my eyes out for the month's them, most often all the little notes I take get tossed and I end up writing from my heart. It seemed the same process unfolds for you. <br /><br />I thought that very awesome, soul sister. :)<br /><br />Big thanks for participating in RAOKA this month! Your thoughts are beautiful.Lori (Jane Be Nimble)http://janebenimble.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-59733987384668867112010-07-07T16:25:56.547-04:002010-07-07T16:25:56.547-04:00Hello,
I loved your entire post, but this stateme...Hello,<br /> I loved your entire post, but this statement really stood out "Wisdom is out there for us to absorb – to give and share – but often this only happens when we are open to the wisdom or are ready to hear it with our hearts."<br /><br />WOW. Great job with this post!Keithhttp://www.straightupliving.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9218017137310902714.post-63038306314856590942010-07-07T13:32:50.046-04:002010-07-07T13:32:50.046-04:00So true about looking within. I think without that...So true about looking within. I think without that, we have no chance of approaching any sort of wisdom. So glad you wrote about this!Patty - Why Not Start Now?http://whynotstartnow.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.com