Entertaining myself on TikTok, I found a guy sharing his “Dad’s” advice. He expressly instructs said son to “Listen. Very. Carefully.” The advice is often about how to treat women better – and to FEED HER, which I find highly amusing.
Listening to experts, family and friends; getting advice from trusted elders – are excellent ways to gain knowledge and wisdom.
The phrase though — “Listen. Very. Carefully.” — inexplicably inspires me to mind my intuition and listen to my inner voice. This voice appreciates silence; rests in the bird’s song and the wind blowing. This voice has treasures only I can hear.
Routinely it feels like the outside world is in my face. Broadcasting on TV, through social media and ubiquitous marketing. All here at my invitation.
When I open my life to busy, eventful and stimulating crazy; I must balance it with sanctuary and rest to maintain my calm.
Undisturbed quiet time lets me receive the deep and intimate messages from my higher self. Extended periods of time are appreciated, but not necessary. A daily 20-minute meditation serves me well; and a simple 5-minute breather works in a pinch.
Listen . Very . Carefully . FEED HER.
“At every step, she paused, withdrew to the inner sanctuary, and asked herself, Does this feel right? Her answer came in the form of peace or tension. If she felt tension, she stepped a different way. If she felt peace, she kept going forward.” ― Donna Goddard, Circles of Separation
