The speed of now
Life happens at the speed of now. + Gideon Heugh, from ‘Darkling’ ~ a simple thought each day for the in-between time.
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Standing at the edge of time
Recently I’ve been conscious of being on the edge of time. We have never been where we are today and need fresh eyes to see it properly. In this space, words from ‘A few miles above Tintern Abbey’ by Wordsworth, quoted by Bob Leckridge, have lodged with me: While with an eye made quiet by … Read more
Shifting our relationship with time
It feels like this is a timely issue – pun intended. For a while, our experience of time has been shifting. On the one hand, we are even more conscious of the astonishing pace of life. And wonder if our human frame can flourish here in all its complexity. Conversely, there is a growing sense … Read more
In the mysterious flow of time
At the beginning and end of life, time changes. And in between, it’s unpredictable. Just when we’ve got the hang of Kronos (measurable) time, something comes along and ushers in a moment of pivotal meaning – Kairos time. Perhaps instead of feeling the pressure to make the most of our time, we should simply learn … Read more
States of being in time
Is there a difference between waiting and being patient? I think there may be, depending on our orientation. For many of us, waiting has a sense of being static and outward focussed. Who or what are we waiting for? Whereas being patient may be about our inner attitude. Holding something until it’s ripe or ready … Read more
Being rooted and grounded in love
We live in the illusion of being rootless. Yes, we can connect with almost anyone, anywhere. And people we have never met in person can become very dear to us. However, we do this from who we are and where we are. For while our sense of home might have grown tired and worn, we … Read more