It’s not really a poem, not really a manifesto, not just a list. The words came to me while I was on the beach and I guess part of not having a name for what this is is part of allowing it to be fluid, and not to become a set of rules or a to do list. Just to keep it simple and clean.
It’s that time of year when I seem to become more contemplative and introspective {if that’s possible!}, when I start thinking about the fresh start a new year affords and all that potential waiting to be unleashed. Yay!
So as much as I’m not into partying my way into the new year, I am into giving it to myself as an opportunity. I’ve been clearing out my home and myself on all levels, making space, and as always I’m approaching the turning of the cycle with anticipation and enthusiasm for the potential that next year holds. Or, more accurately, for what I can create on its blank canvas.
And these are some {very laid back, unpressured, non committal} ideas. Less a striving to be more and better, than a ‘what I might uncover in myself’, perhaps.
brain less, heart more
doubt less, trust more
fear less, courage more
resist less, allow more
‘yes but’ less, ‘yes and’ more
do less, be more
try less, allow more
grip less, breathe more
project less, moment-to-moment more
think less, feel more
judge less, accept more
denial less, truth more
‘should’ less, ‘could’ more
force less, grace more
succumb less, surrender more
achievement less, fulfilment more
give more, receive more
love more love more love more
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I’ll be choosing my word for the year soon; I already have a shortlist! It’s the kind of tune the geek in me sings to.
This is an excellent list Tara!! Do you mind if I copy it down and put it on my fridge? I believe this is an excellent reminder for all of us!! xo
Of course I don’t mind Sherry! I’m glad it’s useful for you. It could certainly have more added to it too…
I think lists like this one can be added to all the time, but the start you made on it is quite comprehensive and well thought out. Thanks for letting me use it too!! xoxox
Buenas Dias, Tara! What a beautiful poem! And, a lovely one to keep nearby as a touchstone for 2012. Love your photographs too, especially the sea gulls..xo
What lovely ideas/suggestions/prompts for living. ‘should’ less, ‘could’ more really resonates with me…thank you and much light and love and star dust to you! 🙂
Gorgeous words Tara, they really resonate with me. Happy Holidays!
not really a POEM? Are you fucking kidding me?!?
Tara, this is beautiful. Such wisdom in so few words…
I’m catching up on your blog. Love it ALL.
hugs & Happy new year!
xoxo