"When you begin to think outside the box, you often become some other "leaders" lousy follower. That usually costs something" (Andy Rayner)

"Our guardian angels are bored." (Mike Foster)

It's where I feel I'm at these days. “In the second half of life, it is good just to be a part of the general dance. We do not have to stand out, make defining moves, or be better than anyone else on the dance floor. Life is more participatory than assertive, and there is no need for strong or further self-definition” (Falling Upward. Richard Rohr.120).

Sunday, October 7, 2018

A Process Rather Than An Event

"True and full conversion (head, hurt, guy) does not really happen until the new program is in the hard-wiring and becomes a permanent and "natural" trait rather than a one-time emotion. This process takes most of one's life, and is actually the very task of life and of contemplation. This difference partially explains the widespread disillusionment with people today who claimed to be religiously converted. May seem to have some kind of genuine spiritual breakthrough but never get around to the intellectual, lifestyle, and ethical implications that often take years to recognize and integrate."

- Richard Rohr. The Naked Now. 

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