Thursday,
October 4, 2012
Today's Gift
Today's Gift
The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of
the weak becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong. That block of
granite is often nothing more than a decision. --Thomas
Carlyle
Trails through national parks and forests are often clearly marked and
well-maintained. But sometimes a heavy snowmelt or downpour can turn a trickling
stream into a tricky obstacle that needs to be navigated in order to continue
following the trail.
When this happens, hikers can turn around and postpone their hike until
another day. They can attempt to create their own trail by rambling through –
and possibly destroying – delicate forest undergrowth. They can slog through the
water, soaking their footgear and creating discomfort for the rest of the hike.
Or they can utilize the resources available to them, such as by positioning
large rocks as stepping-stones to cross the stream.
How you navigate the trails of your life can be seen in similar terms.
You must choose how to navigate these trails, both in times when the footling is
good and when it is not. Be like the hiker who thinks first about how to handle
the challenges, so you can continue safely along your journey.
Today I will make choices that will keep me on the path of
life.
From the book 52 Weeks of Conscious Contact by Melody
Beattie
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