(no subject)
I'm working on a mental manifesto. It's entirely built around love, and in almost none of the ways I've thought of love in my lifetime. It is tragic, but also magnificent, that only now do I see love's utility in this way.
Love of the self is paramount. Sing love songs to yourself. Dance with yourself. See yourself as the sun that burns bright and nurtures the world. Laugh with yourself when you stumble or make a mistake. Take yourself on journeys and hug yourself when you are in need of comfort. Be your own solar powered self sufficient love source.
Love of everything is a close second. You do not have to like something in order to love it. You can dislike and be annoyed by and feel discontent for anything while still loving everything. Loving everything is exercised through patience, respect, and understanding. Giving love to everything helps your self love burn brighter.
Do not be selfish in receiving the love of others. Love from others is like a river bed and can dry up at any time. Love yourself thoroughly enough to never feel thirsty for what you need. Nurture love from others in the most respectful ways, with honesty and openness.
Katie's hippie rant to be continued :)
Love of the self is paramount. Sing love songs to yourself. Dance with yourself. See yourself as the sun that burns bright and nurtures the world. Laugh with yourself when you stumble or make a mistake. Take yourself on journeys and hug yourself when you are in need of comfort. Be your own solar powered self sufficient love source.
Love of everything is a close second. You do not have to like something in order to love it. You can dislike and be annoyed by and feel discontent for anything while still loving everything. Loving everything is exercised through patience, respect, and understanding. Giving love to everything helps your self love burn brighter.
Do not be selfish in receiving the love of others. Love from others is like a river bed and can dry up at any time. Love yourself thoroughly enough to never feel thirsty for what you need. Nurture love from others in the most respectful ways, with honesty and openness.
Katie's hippie rant to be continued :)