How we care for ourselves is a symptom of our self worth
How harmful we are is often a symptom of abuse
How content we are is a symptom of acceptance
How peaceful we are is a symptom of our effort
How caring we are is a symptom of opening our hearts
How patient we are is a symptom of our tolerance
How giving we are is a symptom of our generosity
Daily Prompts: Acceptance and Symptom – 24.3.17
Today I visited five more places and am leaning towards preferred landlords even though the actual spot may be far removed from what I hoped. They are kind hearted couples happy to share a corner of their property close to a quiet road. So no great outlook or fabulous scenery … but stable kind people.
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Yes, everything starts within us🌺
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And yet so many people think self care is selfish…I was one of them (years ago)…
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it is truely essential in order to live well and thrive!
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Namaste Calm Kate 🙂
Well now, you’ve left a lot to ponder over here in your mindful words…each line reads as might a meditation in its own right. I will have to linger longer with it.
As for the properties being viewed…’tis the quality and stability of ones life that is important. I’ve moved many times in my life and would happily return to locations where I felt most content: they were not the most glamorous but the ones where I felt happiest of all thus far 🙂 At least if you rent you have options to move-on at some point should you choose to do so. You’ll know which one suits you best….just close your eyes and the one you’ll call home will call to you.
Good luck! Take care. Keep smiling 😀
Namaste 🙂
DN
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kind and thoughtful advice thanks DN, pretty sure I’ve made my decision … need to confirm with them but local council could be the stumbling block 🙂
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Namaste Calm Kate 🙂
You know better than I how to follow your instincts, no doubt you’ll choose wisely 🙂 I wish you good luck with your ‘application’ to the local council and sincerely hope you will be settled soon…and happy where you choose to be
Blessings. Namaste 🙂
DN
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thanks!
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Lovely poem and … kind neighbors often are far preferred to fabulous view — if a choice has to be made … IMO. Good luck!
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so sweet, thank you Na’ama!
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Lovely Kate, a moving peace!😊 ❤️
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thanks heaps Jenna 🙂
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thanks
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Lovely poem! I hope all goes well with your house shopping. Views get boring. Kindness does not.
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oh such profound wisdom, took me a while to get there … live in an off grid tiny home just about to relocate 🙂
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Hope you find the right place. Good luck. Hopefully you are not desperate and can take your time choosing
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I was supposed to be out 31st but have extended that until March 2nd but I’d prefer to have left a few months ago, thanks Gary 🙂
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Sounds like the plan Kate 😊
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Hi Deb, how are you … or ignore me if you wish I wont take it personally 🙂
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Hey Kate, I’m fine other than a sprained thumb. 😊. Hope all is going well with you
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Hope it heals soon, yes seems I’ve finally found a spot for my tiny with like-minded friends … always wanted to be a squatter 🙂
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How we react to others is a symptom of our beliefs…
I hope whatever space you end up taking is yours and ends up being the best for you in ways you couldn’t have dreamed of ((((hugs)))).
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already feels like that Eliza but still a couple of hurdles to jump 🙂
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your interaction with people has given birth to these wise sayings, I am writing these down in my journal Kate – really words I want to ruminate over, it speaks deeply to me.
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glad it resonates Gina as I certainly admire your talent and strength!
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thank you Kate, I don’t ever feel either is worth a mention. but I thank you for in your own special way you make me believe it could be true.
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oh it is very true because I try never to speak false words or praise 🙂
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virtual hugs, the say more than words!!
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feeling well hugged … not wise with the sticky heat we have here 🙂
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Important messages poem, Kate! Thank you!
(I’m still learning to care for me.)
Stable, kind people sound wonderful! I hope it all works out for you can get all settled in soon! 🙂
HUGS!!! 🙂
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Off to visit mum soon so can’t happen for a while even once the approvals come through 🙂
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Enjoy your visit with your mum! And then you can settle down and in and YAY! 🙂
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exactly, the visit was timed for after my deadline to move, but I had to shift that … will do council Tuesday and know it’s all in place while I’m away. Had actually forgotten to make travel arrangements … fortunately I have some very kind friends 🙂
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[…] Calm Kate of Aroused […]
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For practical reasons kind people should triumph over fabulous scenery.
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absolutely for me that is the essence at this time of my life 🙂
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Self care x 10! I agree totally Kate. I’d take stable kind people over scenery anyday!
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Preach! Love the uplifting message here & all the best wishes for your new home! 🙂
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have a tiny home so it’s not new, relocating it is the current and maybe ongoing issue, thanks!
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Continued success in finding a spot that gives you peace and permanence.
Some things we can change and others we do not have that much a choice in accepting.
Reaction to any stimuli or symptom can be personal and very objective.
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that’s why I’m choosing open kind stable neighbours over stunning scenery …
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Yes, integrity over desire it seems. Love those lines
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thanks Paul … should get you to shuz it up a bit 🙂
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