We have all known people who lived with the flow of life. They didn't try to control every outcome of their circumstances. They refrained from making decisions for others. They took each experience as an opportunity to collect new information and adjust their perspective on the possibilities for change and growth. They were good role models even though we didn't imitate them.
We can see now that they lived "artfully." They didn't fight every decision; they didn't resist every change; they didn't seek people to join their side against the opposition. They saw no opposition, in fact. They simply were. They simply lived. Now we can simply be, too.
Joining the flow is akin to appreciating the balance in a wonderful painting. Our eyes move from one side to another, taking in the shadows along with the highlights. And we are satisfied. Moving through the day can be just as satisfying.
We can see now that they lived "artfully." They didn't fight every decision; they didn't resist every change; they didn't seek people to join their side against the opposition. They saw no opposition, in fact. They simply were. They simply lived. Now we can simply be, too.
Joining the flow is akin to appreciating the balance in a wonderful painting. Our eyes move from one side to another, taking in the shadows along with the highlights. And we are satisfied. Moving through the day can be just as satisfying.