A Song Of Life by Ella Wheeler Wilcox In the rapture of life and of living,I lift up my head and rejoice,And I thank the great Giver for givingThe soul of my gladness a voice.In the glow of the glorious weather,In the sweet-scented, sensuous air,My burdens seem light as a featherThey are nothing to…
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Spirituality from Daily Word: “Joy” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Gozo”)
Joy Joy lifts me. I am invigorated by a feeling of happiness deep within me. My heart is buoyant as I am lifted into the flow of joy. When I live in a state of joy, I realize that all my needs are met and my supply is abundant. As I release all of my…
A quote from Neale Donald Walsch on happiness
Happiness and joy comes to you when it moves through you. There is no other pathway–and that’s the miracle. You will have a number of opportunities in the days just ahead to be a vehicle of happiness and joy for another. Step right into that. Be the source of that. As you bring others to…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Happy” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Feliz”)
Happy Within me is all that I need to be happy. If the state of the world is affecting my state of mind, I remember that happiness begins within. I have the power to rise above outer influences and maintain an attitude of gratitude and joy. I can develop this attitude through my awareness of…
A quote from Neale Donald Walsch on gratitude
Life was meant to be FUN! It’s hard to believe sometimes, but it’s true. It’s all about point of view. Even our most difficult moments bring us gifts. And so life may call upon us to be a bit “philosophical” now and then; to embrace the “low’s” with the “high’s.” The trick, of course,…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Laughter” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Risa”)
Laughter My joy flows through smiles and laughter. Laughter has many healing properties. It boosts the immune system, lowers stress hormones, and can even decrease pain. My body relaxes and my mood lifts as I laugh, adding zest and joy to my life. Even thinking about the giggles of children and the wonder that brings…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Playful”(Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Alegre”)
Playful I bring a playful spirit to my day. I have the power to determine how I see the world and the attitude I bring to my life. I decide to bring a joyously playful energy to my life and my relationships. I may share a joke or funny story or even a quick laugh…
Animal poems: “Joy” by M. Linda Steffey
A Spiritual And Inspirational Poem from All-Creatures.org Spiritual and Inspirational poetry that touch the heart and soul, and provoke the mind. JOY The joy of Living I See in Kitten’s play, A spotted fawn’s Run.. The kick of A new foal.. The joy of Living I Hear in A small child’s Laugh.. The fragile bird’s…
POEMS: “Joy” By Ella Wheeler Wilcox
JOY My heart is like a little bird That sits and sings for very gladness. Sorrow is some forgotten word, And so, except in rhyme, is sadness. The world is very fair to me– Such azure skies, such golden weather, I’m like a long caged bird set free, My heart is lighter than a feather….
Spirituality from Daily Word “Joy” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria “Gozo”)
Joy Joy springs up from within me today. True joy comes from trusting God. It is the fruit of my spiritual practice and the awareness that I am more than my physical self and the sum of my experiences. Joy does not depend upon the variables of wealth, circumstances, or possessions. Rather, it comes from…
POEMS: “Morning Poem” by Mary Oliver
Morning Poem Every morning the world is created. Under the orange sticks of the sun the heaped ashes of the night turn into leaves again and fasten themselves to the high branches — and the ponds appear like black cloth on which are painted islands of summer lilies. If it is your nature to…
An inspirational quote about “the road is the goal” by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
“Once you realize that the road is the goal and that you are always on the road, not to reach a goal, but to enjoy its beauty and its wisdom, life ceases to be a task and becomes natural and simple, in itself an ecstasy.” —Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj