“What if the world is holding its breath –
waiting for you to take the place that only you can fill?”
~ David Whyte
Sometimes I get stuck between the place of absolutely knowing that I have something unique to say, and recognizing that what I have to say has been talked about for literally thousands of years. Things that I love to talk about, read about, write about all have similar threads of all of the books, love songs and great speeches and sermons that have been given over the years. Love (others and yourself), hope in the midst of darkness, the importance of presence and deep listening and so much more. Their roots run deep and their stories have been told in a multitude of ways. So it begs the question, what is one more line, story, blog, book going to do?
But then as it always does something will come along, a quote, a conversation, a reminder in some way, tucked in the fabric of my life that I am here to fill a place that is only mine to fill, to share a certain light, to hold a certain space… and by doing that, by finding my gifts, by being clear about my needs, by listening to my own heart I will take my space in the world, I will fill the gap with my name on it.
And as this world gets more and more complex, more and more demands, full of more have tos and opportunities I am reminded time and time again of the importance of being reminded of these simple pieces… noticing our gifts, breathing in this present moment, deeply listening, in all ways choosing love, trusting in the Mystery, holding a space for grief and loss, sharing kindness, holding hope… and so perhaps part of my place is to be that reminder that it really can be that simple.
To love one another, be kind, be present, live fully.
Smile more and speak less.
Let silence hold you, peace fill you and love pour from you.
So dear ones… what piece, what place is the world waiting for from you… and what can you do to start living into your dream, your rightful place in the world today?
Erica Staab 