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.
40 responses to “Stuck in the Shallows”
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Thank you Diego for your kind and wise words 💛
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Thank you Louise 💛🙏💛
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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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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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Thanks Nancy 💕
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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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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.
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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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● About Me

My name is Val Boyko, a dual citizen living near Philadelphia, originally from Scotland.
This blog came to life one morning in 2013. I woke up with these words in my mind: “Life is a series of highs and lows. Be grateful for the highs. Be graceful in the lows. And find contentment in your Middle Ground.”
Find Your Middle Ground blog started to explore, reflect, ask deep questions, share insights about awakening, and connect with wonderful people like yourself. Thank you for being here and being such an inspiration.





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