The Roots Within the Reflection.

What does it mean to be truly open – and, what just keeps us from being ‘there’?

In this mirror we see only a faint shadow of our reflection – deep lines forming where worry once tread. Our eyes are drawn to the space of criticism, whilst the finer nuances of our beauty are left undetected.

Though, more often than not, we tend to stop right there. We go no further, turning away from our weakness – and, in doing so we leave yet another lesson ‘on the table.’

That is to say, in looking for the truth within this criticism – we begin to form the roots of our own humility.

And, when we are humbled – we are most willing and open to learn. In fact, criticism can open us to new horizons – help us to further examine that which we’ve long held to be true. It can shake the very foundation upon which we stand, and help us discover a new perspective.

And, when you look at it in this way, my loves – I guess criticism isn’t quite so bad. When we’re able to move past, that is – and further into the depths of self-examination.

In this way, perhaps this label of criticism – might be better served by understanding the power within this action of reflection?

Something to consider, don’t you think? And, a little nudge to help us remember.

Much love, my dearest friends – and, on this day I bow to you. <3

About

Tara Lemieux is a mindful wanderer, and faithful stargazer. Although she often appears to be listening with great care, rest assured she is most certainly‘forever lost in thought. She is an ardent explorer and lover of finding things previously undiscovered or at the very least mostly not-uncovered.

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