Whether we perceive it as positive or negative
– there is a lesson for each crossed path
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Frequent Contributors to
Nurturing Thursday:
Tea and Paper
Laurie’s Gentle Healing Notes
Meg Evans
Inside the Mind of Isadora
Grace Notes
Mazeepuran
Hugmamma
Carol Carlisle
Pocket Perspectives
Crowing Crone Joss
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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I love your inspirational messages. They’re like little refinements helping us to live our best lives. Mine, on the other hand, are like segments of the old TV show…”This is Your Life.” A place for everything…and everything in its place. hugs…
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Yes indeed — we learn so much from people who cross our path only briefly! That’s always good to remember. 🙂
Here’s my link: http://megevans.com/2014/12/04/doing-enough-nurturing-thursday
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Reblogged this on My Poetic Path and commented:
A very good reminder,thanks Becca!
There are many messages and messengers along the path of life,sometimes not always obvious at the time.
Have a wonderful Thursday.😀
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So true Becca, and sometimes not obvious at the time. Have a great day.😀
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I was shown my way to your blog by “tea and paper.” I believe I would like to start joining this Thursday challenge. I am excited!
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You are more than welcome to jump in any Thursday you are ready …
I am delighted you wish to join us. All you have to do is link your nurturing, positive and/or loving post each Thursday you are participating.
Welcome! 😀
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Hi Becca, I truly believe on this quote you have picked for today. Here is my link:
http://teandpaper.com/2014/12/04/nurturing-thursday-forgiveness/
Have a wonderful day!
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Great thought ! Find out how we wish to nurture ourself this Thursday. Here is our link http://siapositive.wordpress.com/2014/12/04/way-of-life/ 🙂
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Happy Thursday. ❤
http://lauriesnotes.com/2014/12/04/nurturing-thursday-you-are-here-3/
Great message. Much truth!
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Wonderful! This “first life” is indeed about lessons.
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