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Sally Gillespie's avatar

Lovely and important piece Wendy. Has left me thinking of all the ways that our thirsty souls look for and create small rituals, and the comfort and connection this can bring, especially when we bring intention and pay attention. My daily tai chi in park has become more of a ritual as I have developed opening and closing moves and words, looking out for connections. Thinking also of every time we sit in circles and share, even when informal, how this creates holding and spaciousness for deeper conversations. Ritual opens tender feelings and modern culture has become shy, even fearful, of this, yet yearns for what is missing. Even small practices can help lead us back

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Angela Burton's avatar

Beautifully written. My own rituals may just be quiet moments next to a stream, or sitting near a sandstone cliff, reflecting on all that is potently beautiful. Or our annual Winter Solstice Bonfire, when friends and family gather under the stars or in a snowstorm to watch the burning pyre that we built in the Fall. Being raised Catholic (but not practicing now), being in any church has always felt familiar and brings me to reflection. Many people have lost the ritual, which can bring joy, peace and solace, sometimes even sorrow - to mark our time and lives. I don’t think that they have to be huge moments… just stopping and paying attention. Thanks for your wise words, Wendy!

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