The soul longs for its own fulfillment - which is often different than our ego's voice. The ego is shaped by cultural shoulds. The ego is often driven by two forces: fear (the sense that we are not up for the challenges life presents us) and lethargy (the desire to retreat to a childlike state of comfort in which we hope someone else will take care of problems.) The soul is part of a larger consciousness, coming into being through us. When we listen for what our soul wants and move toward it with courage, we will have a greater sense of purpose and meaning, we will live more in accord with our deepest values, and we will have more moments of genuine joy. Today, just begin with the first step. Ask "What does my soul want?" Practice listening for the answer.
Yesterday, I listened to the most recent podcast of Insights at the Edge, a interview with Jungian psychologist James Hollis. This morning, these are the ideas that have stayed with me:
The soul longs for its own fulfillment - which is often different than our ego's voice. The ego is shaped by cultural shoulds. The ego is often driven by two forces: fear (the sense that we are not up for the challenges life presents us) and lethargy (the desire to retreat to a childlike state of comfort in which we hope someone else will take care of problems.) The soul is part of a larger consciousness, coming into being through us. When we listen for what our soul wants and move toward it with courage, we will have a greater sense of purpose and meaning, we will live more in accord with our deepest values, and we will have more moments of genuine joy. Today, just begin with the first step. Ask "What does my soul want?" Practice listening for the answer.
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AuthorTarn Wilson is the author of the memoir The Slow Farm and numerous essays. You may read more of her work at tarnwilson.com. Archives
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