Finding peace within yourself
and
accepting its nurturing balm …
soothes the world from the inside – out!
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Frequent Contributors to Nurturing Thursday:
Laurie’s Notes
Carol Carlisle
Cee Neuner
Pocket Perspectives
Inside the Mind of Isadora
Jacqueline King
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What is Nurturing Thursday, you ask?
In this amazingly competitive society of ours, how many of us truly feel good about ourselves? How often do we extend to ourselves … the same courtesies, considerations, nurturing, forgiveness and understanding we would a loved one, a friend, or even a stranger?
Our culture tells us we need to be special and above average to feel good about ourselves. Yet, it is not possible for all of us to be above average at the same time. Don’t we usually know of someone richer, more attractive, “more together” or successful than we are? Even if we discount the material aspects and consider the more spiritual facet, don’t we know of those who seem more at peace, more aware or living in the moment. Even when we do manage to feel a strong sense of self-esteem or self-confidence, we are not able to consistently hold on to it. For most, our sense of self-worth bounces around like a ping-pong ball, rising and falling strongly tied with our latest success or failure.
In an effort to eliminate labeling ourselves as “good” or “bad”, and clearly accept ourselves with an open heart … to treat ourselves with the same kindness, caring, and compassion we would show to a good friend … I would like to incorporate more self-compassion and self-kindess in my life.
To “give this planet a much needed shot of fun, support and positive energy” … I am dubbing Thursdays as Nurturing Thursday … a spin-off of the suspended Occupy Blogosphere started by Amy of SoulDipper.
If any of my readers are interested in joining the nurturing, I applaud and welcome you to do so … the more the merrier!!
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Hi Becky, Sorry to have not visited here but I have been keeping track of your posts. I am trying this year to find a balance since last year brought me to my knees both physically and emotionally. I do hope you are doing well. I think of you and your mom often. You are in my heart. I like this saying alot and believe it to be true.
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Hoping my entry resonates. Just making small contributions whenever I’m able…
http://hugmamma.com/2014/03/28/nurturing-thursdays-theres-life-and-then-theres-life/
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Hi Becca, great quote.
Here is my entry this week.
http://ceenphotography.com/2014/03/27/pets-are-humanizing/
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Beautifully said. ❤
Much peace. I actually have gotten used to throwing pieces in the air. It seems to work out much better that way. 🙂
I wouldn't miss Nurturing Thursday…
http://lauriesnotes.wordpress.com/2014/03/27/28075/
Love,
Laurie
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Excellent quote ~ another example of where Ego has it back to front, Becca! I’ve managed to publish my post on time, this week LOL!
http://taoofscrumble.com/2014/03/27
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Speaking for spirit a good voice to hear on a Thursday!
Many thanks!
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Got to agree with the spirit quote all the way. Needed a reminder…thanks! Hugs, Janet
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