Thursday, October 13, 2011

Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary

Life doesn’t have to be lived from one “mountaintop” to the next. If we take a step back, we can often find beauty in the ordinary. Here are some of the every day moments that I find invigorating:
  • Spending extended quality time in meaningful conversation with those closest to me
  • Going on a run outdoors—when I’m not in a hurry
  • Sincerely affirming others—especially when they appreciate it
  • Hitting my stride on a big project I have undertaken
  • Preparing for and leading a discussion with a group of engaged participants
  • Participating in an intense session of corporate worship
  • Being truly captivated by a really good book, blog post, or idea
  • Spending a quiet morning in prayer on my back porch at sunrise

When do you feel fully human and fully alive?

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