When we are young, we are green.
We are wet. And so we resist
the fire of our ancestors,
the flame of consciousness itself.
But as we age,
we dry,
we wrinkle,
we open.
The ability to resist is taken way from us.
We surrender. And it is beautiful.
Over time, we wonder what the point
of all the struggle is.
Of course, we also know the answer.
This. This VERY realization.
This is all the point we need.
Newfound Lake,
7/17
π The Wisdom of Aging π
π Embracing the Greenness of Youth π
π In the tapestry of existence, we are born as tender shoots, vibrant with the essence of life. We are green, fresh, and full of potential. In our youth, we may resist the flames of consciousness that dance before us, unsure of their purpose and intensity. The fire of our ancestors, the wisdom of the ages, calls to us, but we are yet to fully understand its significance. π
π The Journey of Aging π
π As we traverse the landscapes of time, the journey of aging brings profound transformations. We begin as moist clay, susceptible to the pressures of life’s challenges. With each passing moment, we dry and form wrinkles, carrying the imprints of our experiences. As we age, we become seasoned by the elements of existence, and our hearts open to the nuances of wisdom. π
π The Unraveling of Resistance π
π With the passage of time, the ability to resist slowly dissipates, like a veil lifting from our perception. As the flames of consciousness illuminate our path, we no longer need to resist; instead, we surrender to the rhythm of life’s unfolding dance. Our hearts soften, and we find solace in the embrace of acceptance. π
π The Beauty of Surrender π
π In the twilight of our journey, we realize the beauty of surrender. The struggles and resistance of youth now seem distant echoes, as we bask in the tranquility of embracing what is. We recognize that the fires that once intimidated us were the same fires that forged our strength and resilience. π
π The Point of Struggle π
π As we gaze upon the horizon of our lived experiences, we may wonder about the point of all the struggles we faced. Yet, in this moment of clarity, we understand that the struggles were not in vain; they shaped us, molded us, and kindled the flames of wisdom within. We appreciate the interconnectedness of all experiences, recognizing that each step was necessary for this very realization. π
π The Elegance of Realization π
π The realization of surrender is a revelation that transcends time and space. We come to understand that the essence of life is not solely found in resisting or fighting against the current but in surrendering to the ever-flowing stream of existence. The wrinkles on our skin become a testament to the elegance of realization, a map of wisdom etched in every line. π
π A Profound Transformation π
π As we age, we metamorphose from the greenness of youth to the richness of maturity. The fire of consciousness, once resisted, becomes the guiding light that leads us to profound transformation. In the embrace of surrender, we find liberation and the understanding that the point of it all was this very momentβa moment of wisdom, acceptance, and love. π
π A Tapestry of Experiences π
π As we surrender to the currents of existence, we become woven into the tapestry of life. The green shoots of youth blend with the seasoned wisdom of age, creating a masterpiece of experiences. Each wrinkle, each moment of surrender, adds a new thread to the vibrant fabric of existence. We are an integral part of this cosmic dance, in harmony with the eternal rhythm of the Universe. π
May you embrace the journey of aging with grace, dear reader, and may the flames of consciousness illuminate your path. In surrendering to life’s unfolding dance, you uncover the profound beauty of existence and the wisdom that resides within. π