Some of us are stuck in the shallows Where life has a cautious desperate rhythm, punctuated by bursts of pleasure and hurt. There's a loss of connection with the depth of our being. Life has become the soap opera or media that we tune into. The deep is too dangerous to acknowledge, let alone embrace. We cling to the safety of the shallows. We want to feel connection, yet can't let go of controlling and comparing, resisting and resenting. Life is filled with distractions, must-see t.v. and others agreeing this is the way it "should" be. It is the shallow sea of a fearful and protective ego. When you feel caught up like this, take time to pause. Breathe fully and notice what is alive in you. Listen for the vibration from the deep. The untouched part of you that never changes. Finding your Middle Ground is the gateway to a new depth of being and living fully. The current may be strong and the transition may not be easy. It takes courage to be the swimmer you are, to dive in and wake up.
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Some awesome thoughts in this one, Val, especially life as a soap opera.
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Thank you so much Derrick 💛
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Good words Val… Today’s social media and TV can be overwhelming and overbearing… I find myself too busy ‘writing’, to time for either TV or the trivial pursuits of social media..
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a wonderful reminder, Val. thank you.
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Thank you Ateafa 💕
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Thank you Ivor. 💛
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To swimming in the deep… 💙
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Thank you Julie 🧜♀️
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This one drags you deep…
Very beautiful.
“Breathe fully and notice what is alive in you”
That is great advice and the straight path to the mater.
Have a great day, smile.
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Thank you Diego for your kind and wise words 💛
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Such beautiful thoughts and imagery Val — and great counsel.
Like Diego — “Breathe fully and notice what is alive in you” resonates deeply as I dive deep into being awakened and fully alive.
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Thank you Louise 💛🙏💛
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Is this ever timely! Thank you Val!!
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Thank you Mary Lou 💕
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This hits very close to home for me. Thanks for your powerful words.
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Thank you Sharon. We all play in the shallows where it’s safe and there is company. Diving deep takes courage 💕🙏💕
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Beautiful message Val 🌈🙏🏻
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Thank you Karen 💝
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Truth! Lovely lines, Val, I esp. like the second stanza– you nailed it. 🙂
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Thank you Eliza 💕
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Such brilliant beautiful poem dear Val! I took it as a reminder for myself where in some aspects of my life recently I have been trying to let go and it wasn’t coming as easily as I would like it. I loved the reminder that I am playing in the shallows and the depths of my being are forever available, I need only choose so.
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I love how this resonated with you PD. With awareness it becomes a choice. Thank you 💕🙏
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You are vrey welcome dear Val _()_
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Here’s to diving deep!
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Thanks Nancy 💕
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Those pauses are life enhancing, and sometimes, life saving.
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They are. Thank you Colleen 💕
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I don’t know about you, but I’ve been stuck in the shallows and then drowning in the depths. That middle ground looks pretty darn good from either perspective. 🙂
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Thanks for this Kathy … it makes me wonder what helps us from drowning. Knowing where the shore is, comes to my mind.
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yes, sometimes we need to venture out beyond our comfort zones, but at the same time stay grounded with who we are…
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How beautiful, timely, and wise are your words and presentation, Val. 💖💖
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Thank you dear Lauren 💛
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Just lovely, Val. I love the wisdom you share. Timely and much needed reminders.
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Thank you Diana 💛 A much needed reminder for me too these days 🙏
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I very much relate to your words. Thank you for the nourishment I received from them. In particular,
“The current may be strong and the transition may not be easy.
It takes courage to be the swimmer you are, to dive in and wake up.”
This is going on a post-it note for my desk.
Thank you,
Ali
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Thank you dear Ali. 💝
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You have received many compliments and appreciations for your poem that I reshared on my blog. I just wanted you to know that your light is reaching out to many.
Be well.
Ali
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Thank you Ali 💛We all have so much to share that can heal ourselves … and the world.
My light has a message to pause .. slow down .. and really notice what is happening right now. This is the true wisdom and healing we all need. 💛🙏💛
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This is me! I’m stuck in the shallows!
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The world we are encouraged to live in right now is the shallows. It takes an inner urge and hope for something more to transform us. It isn’t easy these days with so much or social media and TV encouraging you to safe shallow and safe and so many others. The first step is to recognize where you are. The next is to be understanding about our fundamental needs. 💕🙏💕
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