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Earth School: What classes are you taking? Our time here on earth is one of higher learning. Like school, there are lessons that are required and as such, we have no choice but to encounter those circumstances and embrace the curriculum. Some people turn their entire attention to what is "required" of them.
What about those opportunities when you might determine the direction of your pursuits? Are you embracing them as points of choice? Are you actively exploring in those areas?
What is your heart's desire? Your soul's craving? You owe it to yourself to explore and pursue these longings. You owe it to those you love to do so, too. Some of us live our lives meeting other people's needs, fulfilling obligations, doing what we think we "should" do. There is no time left over to explore our own personal interests. Our life schedule is chock full of requirements, leaving no room for the enjoyment of our electives! If you continually sacrifice for others and do not pursue your heart's passion, you may become depleted and dried up, giving from a sense of obligation.
What do you hope for? What direction do you want to take? What experiences do you wish to have? What brings you joy? Do you have an inner desire? A business dream? Integrate these pursuits into your life, balancing them with your obligations. When you are fulfilled, you are a well overflowing, who has much more to offer. As you replenish your own vitality by doing the things you love, simply because you love to do them, your joy impacts those around you.
When you recognize yourself as the appropriate, intended focus of your lifetime, the world seems to open with opportunity. You can make time for that French class or save for your dream cruise… You are your life's creation. Invest the time, energy, and financial resources to create a masterpiece.
- Excerpt from Turtle Wisdom: Coming Home to Yourself by Donna DeNomme
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