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Learning The Dance Of Trust

EVEREVOLVINGSYMPHONY — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 23:52:29 +0000

I’ve learnt something of the world we chose to create.
Working jobs with long hours, just to make a buck.
Actionable motions that neither light the soul
Nor make an impact.

The lie being told so that we stay—
Stay small.
Stay powerless.
Stay feeding the man who gives so little,
Yet demands so much.

Yet the heart knows,
It knows.
Knows this isn’t for us.
It knows of a deep yearning
That tells us to wake up,
To leave these spaces
And create what matters.

The fear of the unknown,
Of spaces we haven’t been,
Not realizing—
These spaces are what truly set us free.

Freedom never felt before is awkward,
Like a toddler taking its first steps,
Fumbling before getting its bearing,
Learning to stride,
To walk with confidence,
Then running to claim what’s ours,
Running towards something we call home.

Best and Easiest Way to Happiness

Natalia Kazakli — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:43:26 +0000

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/66ffaa392acab3473571c1dc/t/670e2215ef5f1e5350e469eb/1728979478757/HAPPINESSnow.pdf

Notes from my 2 year pilgrim journey in Buddhist Asia. ❤️ Free booklet download.

Personal Growth and the Role of Halfway Homes

alisonnicole — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:13:23 +0000

Personal growth often requires making difficult decisions and stepping out of our comfort zones. For individuals in recovery, one of the most significant steps towards growth is transitioning into a stable environment that promotes healing. In my journey as a recovery advocate, I’ve seen firsthand how halfway homes near me play a crucial role in personal development.

Halfway homes provide a structured space where individuals can focus on rebuilding their lives after treatment. These homes not only offer accountability but also foster a sense of community, which is essential for growth. I’ve noticed that many people, myself included, find that environments like these help us develop healthier habits, improve life skills, and regain confidence.

If anyone here has experience with halfway homes or is considering it as part of their personal growth journey, I’d love to hear your thoughts. How has living in a halfway home near you contributed to your growth and self-discovery?

Looking forward to learning from others in this community!

Beautiful Storm

EVEREVOLVINGSYMPHONY — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 20:55:04 +0000

What made her beautiful?

Was it the way she looked at you?

Like she knew all your secrets

And loved you anyway

Was it the way she danced?

Like no one was watching

Because she knew her soul spoke to her

And her body listened

Was it the tender way she held space?

Because she knew

Every voice mattered

And is worth hearing

But what made her the most beautiful

Is she didn't shy away

From her own pain

She felt its depths

No matter who understood

And who didn't

She let out her rage

Her sadness

her grief

And her heartbreak

Because she knew

She couldn't go back to a life

Where she didn't feel

So she befriended her wild

Sent it love

So that she could show up

As unconditional

Poem - A Sweet Melody

EVEREVOLVINGSYMPHONY — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:28:57 +0000

I know you may feel imperfect in your own skin

I know you may judge the very words that leave your lips

I know you may feel your actions don’t measure up and a need to rectify your choices

I know through all this, the dark of night comes and brings with it self hatred, shame, guilt and loathsome

And that in the dark, you feel you need more control, or a deep understanding that you have a lack of.

I know in our humanity, we look for perfection. We look towards the light in the hopes that it may teach us more about ourselves

We forget that through the dark, we find forgiveness.

Through the dark, we have a chance to go deeper with our love, to reach those parts within us that haven’t been touched with its gentle care.

I know you are striving to be something that you already are.

In the tapestry of life, We feel regrets. Allow it to teach us to love ourselves more, not less.

Take a walk and allow the trees to remind you of the gentleness you hold

Allow the crisp air to remind you of the purpose you carry

Allow the sunshine to remind you of the shadow and light that make you whole

Allow your heart to remind you of the forgiveness it embodies for all shades of you

You are an ever evolving symphony

Heart Shaped Message

EVEREVOLVINGSYMPHONY — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:25:18 +0000

What is love?

Isn’t it a fleeting moment of appreciation?

A gentle presence that breathes in beauty?

I think of love as a catalyst for creation

An anchor for empathy

An entangled thread of curiosity

Love is what has been long sought after

Searched for between words

Held onto within an embrace

Felt between a gaze

Who are we,

But a living example of love in all forms?

Love in the depths of shadow

Love in the depths of service

Pulling from strings

Of a heartbeat

I search for love

And reach for its soft touch

And maybe I’ll finally see

Love is not to be reached for

But found within me

Should I Be More Forgiving?

Robert Greene — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:30:04 +0000

Something that people often tell me is that I am not very forgiving and that I hold onto grudges for way too long. But the way I see it, some people just don't deserve to be forgiven. So, I'm not sure what to do. There's one person in my life who wronged me a long time ago, and I'm still angry even though they've apologized. I'm not sure if I should just let it go, forgive them, and move on, or if my anger is justified. In my opinion, if someone intentonally wronged me, they shouldn't be forgiven. Does anyone have any insight here?

The Dalai Lama Teaches That Compassion is an Important Virtue

Robert Greene — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:27:33 +0000

One of the teachings that I've always followed from various great thinkers, notably the Dalai Lama, is compassion. He teaches that compassion is a fundamental part of our existence, and that we cannot possibly have personal growth or well-being without it.

This is something that I have taken to heart. I realized quite some time ago that by being compassionate, I myself am a happier person for it. Instead of holding grudges or being judgemental, I try to look at things from other people's perspectives, and that has helped me get over a lot of anger and heartache that would have otherwise eaten me from the inside out.

For me, compassion is one of the main virtues that we should all live by, but of course, not everyone agrees. What do you all think? Is compassion one of the most important virtues, or is it something that makes us weak (something that I have been accused of on more than one occasion)?

If I did the Right Thing, Why Does My Heart Hurt So Much?

FancyFred4 — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:20:18 +0000

I recently got out of a relationship with a woman whom I loved very much, and I guess still do, but she did something unforgivable. She was unfaithful, and I had no choice but to end the relationship. But now, I am in constant agony because I miss her so much. I'm wondering if the pain is worth it, or if I should just forgive her and take her back. Does anyone know what to do?

Favourite Articles

kiva-bottero — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:54:09 +0000

We're compiling a list of people's favourite articles related to personal growth.

Which stories did you learn the most from? Which did you find helped your spiritual practice the most? Or any that you just found really interesting? List them below.