A short story about how our attachments only create suffering. To see beyond separation is to see the life force that connects us all, where only silence exists.
Author: Bluemoon
I am a simple soul trying to break free from social conventions to live the life of a conscious wanderer. My home is where there is love and compassion within myself and within the souls I cross paths with on this gentle world we walk - where humanity and mother earth are one. I wish to inspire others to not only think, but to step outside the box of limitations based on their perception of reality to expand their awareness and create a more loving and joyful life for all.
It is Written
Have you ever silenced your mental dialogue enough so that you can hear the whisper of your inner voice clearly resonating through your heart?
Let the Flies Fly
A very generous Nepalese man I met while trekking in Langtang Valley welcomed me to his home in Kathmandu. I gratefully accepted the opportunity to become more intimate with the locals. Over a cup of tea we talked and he shared with me his views on compassion, which strung a chord in my heart that I can still feel humming inside. This is what he said:
Everest Epiphany – Ft. Nepal
Hiking to Everest Base Camp began as a young girl's dream to stand at the foot of the tallest mountain in the world. It seemed to me so foreign and wild and paramount. Yet when I finally reached her at base camp after five days of walking I felt an emptiness within me that echoed the word, "Why?" I didn't understand what I was feeling. It was as if the buildup that led me to my destination ended up being a one-way ticket to nowhere and I was left with a longing for something that did not exist, at least in the places where I was looking.
Reflections
I vividly remember a conversation I had with a young woman about authentic connections and our own personal struggles. She came across as a strong and self-motivated individual with more wisdom than she probably realized. Something she said that we could all take a moment to think about is this:
Ignorance
When you travel, it is important to understand and be aware of the culture that you are traveling to. There is more than one lens to which we can view the world. One traveler reminded me of this quite boldly. This is what she said:
Blindless Beauty
This short story is dedicated to all my brothers and sisters who have ever questioned their beauty.
Challenge is Change
While hiking the Haute-Route Pyrenees I met a hiker who soon became a close friend. Something he said really resonated with me and is something I still carry close to my heart to remind me that every challenge I face is an essential part of my journey. This is what he said:
Letter to my Loves
A poem to all my lovers in the past, present, and future.
Pure Devotion
While helping Doreen build libraries for schools in Nepal, she introduced me to a few Sisters at a nunnery who she donates books to. The eldest woman was full of wisdom and compassion, not only for her faith in God but for the people on this earth that she devotes her life to. Something so simple she said could spread like wildfire across the earth and change the hearts of many. This is what she said:
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