They say that if you’re not living on the edge, you are taking up too much space.
A couple of weeks ago I was told that I was no longer needed in my job. I am currently in job transition since then and I really don’t know what is going to happen next in my life. When I was told that there was no more need for my services, I responded with excitement and enthusiasm (internally), because honestly my heart wasn’t really in that job. I could not see myself there in the long-term. The job was not making a statement of who I am.
Within two days of being told that there was no more work for me, I booked a 5 – 6 week trip to Spain to do the Camino de Santiago. For the last couple of years, I have wanted to do this 800km pilgrimage walk however I have never been able to “fit it in” because of various life commitments. At the moment I am free and single and feel there is no better time to do it…..
A quote which really inspired me to do it was;
“One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you’ve always wanted. Do it now!” ~ Paolo Coelho
It’s so true!! 🙂
A lot of us, myself included feel that we are going to live forever and we can have the tendency to go to the place of procrastinating about making a decision of really going for what we want in life. For me this decision is saying a loud YES to what I want to do at this phase in my life and not what I should do.
A part of me is a little nervous about this journey however a big part of me is really excited. I have been reading and talking to people about this walk and it seems it is very much an inner and an outer journey.
I am aware I don’t have any control over the people I meet and the situations that I encounter on this journey, however I do have control over the intentions and beliefs that I would like to have. As part of my preparation for going on this walk, I have come up with some intentions for it;
~ To connect more to my higher purpose and a deeper part of myself.
~ To have more clarity on what inspires me and to have the capacity to live my passion.
~ To love and trust myself.
~ To trust my intuitive sense.
~ To be present to where I am.
~ To have fun and enjoy myself.
~ To be open to what ever happens and let go of any expectations.
~ To connect with people in a real and authentic way.
~ To enjoy the journey not just the destination.
~ I would also like to walk in silence for about an hour or more every day.
At the moment I don’t know what the future beholds after this journey to Spain however a part of me is trusting that I will be shown the way.
My Camino walk begins at the start of August and I hope to share some of my journey, my experiences and insights on my blog here……
I leave in a weeks time….Camino de Santiago here I come !:)
Namaste
~ TW
newsofthetimes said:
What an exciting post just chock-full of good energy. You are my hero and I can’t wait to read about your journey, both internal and external. Suerte and bien viaje!! And carpe diem too!! 🙂
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thank you so much for your encouraging and inspiring comment!! I look forward to sharing with you:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Alexa Wildish said:
Hey there! I have been following your blog. It’s interesting to me, since we are both writing on similar things 🙂 My blog is http://www.intothewildish@blogspot.com and the post that is similar to this one is http://intothewildish.blogspot.com/2012/07/patience-is-virtue.html
Hope all is well. And thank you for sharing your truth!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Alexa. I can really resonate with your words too. Great to hear from you. It takes great courage and strenght to listen to your soul. I love music too!! It makes my heart sing:) Namaste ~ TW
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terry1954 said:
i know what it is like to be in a job you don’t have your heart in, but I also believe that God opens doors, and this trip sounds like a wonderful experience to enjoy yourself, being with others, and drawing closer to God. I wish you a safe and fun trip. come back refreshed and ready to tackle the new day
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Terry. Thank you for your kind words and best wishes. I do believe when one door closes another door opens:) Namaste. ~ TW
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enlightenmysenses said:
I know you will have a wonderful time, what a great expeirence for you! Look forward to reading about your enlightening moments as you learn about yourself…xoxo
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks!! I look forward to sharing with you. I’m feeling excited:) Namaste. ~ TW
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billgncs said:
Inspiring… our lives take many turns, and it is up to us to live them fully.
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The Truth Warrior said:
So true:) Thanks for sharing!! Namaste. ~ TW
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Sloan said:
Oh my! How incredibly exciting and wonderful! If you’re taking electronics, please DO keep us posted often. But, whatever you do, please don’t forget a pen & paper. I can feel the energy you’ll be experiencing on this journey from here; and you’ll want to record it! Can’t wait to hear more! Many blessings and safe journeying, S
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi:) I sure won’t forget a pen and paper!! Thank you so much for your kind blessings. Namaste. ~ TW
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Jonathan Wagner said:
This is a perfect example of something I talk about regularly which I call the flow. These events are so important to the human experience. Sometimes it takes events we cannot control to do proper introspection and really change our lives for the better.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Jonathan. Thanks for sharing your words of wisdom and inspiration.
I love what you say ~
“Sometimes it takes events we cannot control to do proper introspection and really change our lives for the better.”
Namaste.
~ TW
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paulaacton said:
Cannot wait to see lots of pictures and hear about your journey stay safe and have a wonderful time
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Basil Rene said:
Sorry about losing your job, but as the old saying goes, when one door closes, another opens. Keep your positive attitude and what ever the universe has in store for you will show itself, and you will be able to recognize it. I always look at these times as lessons and opportunities. In 2002 I left a lucrative job an moved across 5 states to take a more lucrative one, only to get there and be unhappy. I was let go after five months. I realize now that I was there to discover a serious health issue and had I not been there, it more than likely would not be discovered and I am told I would be dead. When I moved back to NY, I landed the best job I ever and have been in it err since. And maybe you were let go to afford you the opportunity to take this pilgrimage to find something about yourself you would never have discovered otherwise. Good luck and have a wonderful “vacation”! Enjoy it for all it’s worth.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Basil. Thanks so much for your honesty and your wonderful words of wisdom. I intend to enjoy the journey:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Alex Jones said:
One door closes, another door opens.
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The Truth Warrior said:
So true:) Namaste. ~ TW
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hiddinsight said:
I lost my job in april, and I’m trying to “find myself” as well. Your journey sounds like a lot of fun…and inspiring to me! I’m heading to St. Lucia in a few weeks! Cheers 🙂
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi:) Thanks for sharing. I wish you many blessings on your own journey!! Namaste. ~ TW
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yogawithmaheshwari said:
Best of luck for your journey. I hope you have a really meaningful and exciting time!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thank you:) Namaste. ~ TW
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thequail49 said:
Looking forward to being a part of your journey!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks for sharing!! Namaste. ~ TW
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Shannon Born said:
Contratulations on losing your job!!! And I truly mean that 🙂
I was officially laid off in the spring. I finished my post as the Coordinator of a residential supportive living home for women (mental health and addictions) on March 31 and was “reassigned” to the women’s treatment facility (being a union shop, I could “bump” someone less senior than myself). Our Board of Directors and Management team decided that supporting men and women in recovery over the longterm was “bad for business”…. since their mandate seemed to shift radically, it was time for me to move on…. I am now working in our community to support all the projects who’s mandate is to meet the needs for people who are homeless and at risk of homelessness. And I am also beginning to build my own private counselling practice! Exciting times and all the thanks must go the those morons who think that assisting people for “the long haul” is not lucrative enough 🙂
Good luck on your ventures…. only exciting times await you…
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Shannon:) Thanks for your inspiring and encouraging message. Great to hear that everything is working out for you. I really do believe that exciting times await:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Developing A New Image said:
TW……..can’t wait to hear all about it. My muse (wife of 42 years) are planning next March-April to go and walk “the way”. Keep us updated…..shalom en theos……jim
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Jim. I sure will keep you posted!! It will be an inner and an outer journey…Namaste. ~ TW
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Lori DiNardi said:
Awesome! I look forward to reading about it on your blog. Be blessed on your journey.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thank you for your blessing:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Thomas Ross said:
This is such a good post. So many people struggle with job losses and other difficulties but you offer to all of us in this exquisite post a way to move on. You project a strong sense of self and an openness to whatever comes. Your pilgrimage sounds so life affirming.
Thank you so much for this inspiring post.
Tom
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Tom. Thanks for sharing your kind and inspiring words. Great to hear from you. Namaste. ~ TW
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Tina Del Buono, PMAC said:
How wonderful for you! I love the quote. I hope you will post a few things while you are gone to keep us in touch with the exciting things you will be doing! Peace and safety for your journey.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks Tina for your kind blessing:) I will post some inspirations when I am on the journey of the Camino. Namaste. ~ TW
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dailydose101 said:
Good for you for taking on this adventure! Truly inspiring and so exciting! I can’t wait to read about this experience. Best of luck to you!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks for your encouraging comment:) Namaste. ~ TW
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My Pursuit of Perfection said:
That’s awesome!!
Do share your experiences of this journey.
Vic
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The Truth Warrior said:
I sure will:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Tanner Colton said:
This is so great, what a way to turn a potentially negative event in your life into the opportunity for an amazing experience! Doing the Camino has been on my list for some time now as well, I am hoping to make the journey in the next year or so. I am looking forward to hearing about the trip.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Tanner. Thank you for your encouraging and inspiring words. Namaste. ~ TW
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zooeyibz said:
Few things in life are more satisfying that leaving a not-quite-right job. Congratulations! May your pilgrimage be a voyage of discovery. Look forward to reading about your experiences.
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The Truth Warrior said:
So true:) Thanks for sharing. Namaste. ~ TW
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firebirdlifecoach said:
Such an exciting journey to be embarking on – both internally and externally! Enjoy every moment I look forward to hearing about it. Peace
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much for your inspiring words!! Namaste. ~ TW
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Magnolia Beginnings said:
I am so incredibly excitied for you! I’m sure you will know exactly what to do when your journey is over and it will be better than you can even imagine. I can’t wait to follow you on it.
“Leap and the net will appear” John Burroughs
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The Truth Warrior said:
I love your quote;
“Leap and the net will appear” John Burroughs
Thanks for sharing!!
Namaste.
~ TW
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Margarita said:
Congratulations! Bon voyage!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks Margarita:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Jeff Brunson said:
Wonderful for you … honoring this transition. Love those ‘intentions.’
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks Jeff! Namaste. ~ TW
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Yoga for Calm said:
What a fantastic thing to do! As one door closes………
I left my ‘proper’ job in January to develop my passion for yoga teaching and have found many doors opening. I love your quote from Coehlo.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks for your inspiring words. Great to hear that you are following your passion and that many doors are opening for you!!:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Just Me Leah B said:
What a beautiful journey you are on! So often we feel that something has been taken from us when unexpected change comes. I tend to believe that all that is taken has first been given… whether consciously or unconsciously… we are the creators of our lives and our intentions are far more powerful than we can imagine.
Without a doubt… your feet will take you places your heart beckons you towards!
: ) I really like your writing and sharing! Looking forward to hearing more…
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Leah!! Great to hear from you:) I really like what you said;
“whether consciously or unconsciously… we are the creators of our lives and our intentions are far more powerful than we can imagine.”
Thank you for sharing and for your kind and inspiring words.
Namaste.
~ TW
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souldipper said:
This is full of wisdom, TW. You will undoubtedly be endowed with such insight and joy that you’ll have courage to tackle much more than you could ask or imagine. What a delight – to be off on a trip of a lifetime – in more ways than one.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi:) Thanks so much for sharing your encouraging words!! I do believe this maybe an inspirational journey:) Namaste. ~ TW
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wsforchrist said:
Sorry to hear you lost your job. I am glad to hear that you are in a position financially to brush it off and take a trip. There is always another job, but there may not always be an opportunity to take this trip. My suggestion to you on your pilgrimage is push yourself outwardly and let God push you inwardly. Looking forward to hearing about your trip, and if you could share some your internal insights along the way, we will all be truly blessed, even as God as blessed you.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks for sharing your encouraging words!
I like what you said;
“There is always another job, but there may not always be an opportunity to take this trip.”
Namaste.
~ TW
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Kris said:
Good for you! You’ve made this an *opportunity* to do what you have always wanted to do and you are set free from a job you weren’t really into. All I can say is congratulations! Sounds like your journey has started already. 🙂 ❤ ~Kris
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks Kris:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Robin said:
A friend sent me over because I’ve only just heard of the El Camino de Santiago, and would like to take my own pilgrimage someday. I admire your courage and your willingness to jump in and do it now. You have a wonderful list of intentions and I look forward to following you on your journey. Namaste. 🙂
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Robin. Great to hear from you!! I wish you the opportunity to experience this journey too. I am looking forward to it:) Namaste. ~ TW
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Organized Living Essentials said:
Oh WOW! i am so inspired and excited for you! I look forward to your insightful reflections as you share your experiences. Take Care!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks for your inspiring and encouraging words. Namaste. ~ TW
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athenabrady1 said:
Hi, Wow I have read alot about this journey and it is onee of the things on my list to do. I am not very fit but hope one day I will be able to do it. You must if you haven’t already read Shirley Mc Clianes book on this it is amazing. If it is all it supposed to be it is a journey that will change you deeply. I look forward to reading all about it, good luck I am rooting for you. Remember when you face the stray pack of dogs to show no fear. Read the book it will explain all, maybe you will meet someone along the way.
Love & Light Athena
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much Athena. I have just arrived back. I will post soon. Namaste. ~ TW
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LoveDesignLife said:
I am excited for you! You are having a life alteration and it will be fabulous because you say it is. Stay present as much as possible and please do report of your travels along the way.
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The Truth Warrior said:
I sure will!! Thanks for your kind words. Namaste. ~ TW
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strippedcanvas said:
Wow, that’s amazing – amazing adventure it will be… congratulations! xx
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much for your comment!! Namaste. ~ TW
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floatingwiththebreeze said:
Life has an interesting way of presenting opportunities. I don’t believe that life will last forever; we must seize every moment. You might like this little quote http://floatingwiththebreeze.wordpress.com/2012/06/07/some-inspiration-from-guillaume-apollinaire-french-poet/
My partner and I live by the dictum “Carpe Diem” and that you are. This is an exciting event in your life. Enjoy the journey. 🙂
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much for your comment. I love the quote. Namaste. ~ TW
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StetotheJ said:
Good luck with your journey. There is an amusing travel book called Spanish Steps by Tim Moore who made the same trip with a donkey. You may find a few laughs in it.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks 🙂 Namaste. ~ TW
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Sharon A. Crawford said:
Great inspiration and a serendipity. You might want to read “Walking in Grace” by Atman which I edited a few years ago. Book is on amazon.com. Atman walked this journey when in her early 40s and the journey went within as well. Atman is a healer. Grace and blessings on your walk now.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much. 🙂 Namaste. TW
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dilipnaidu said:
I find your opening sentence very inspiring – “They say that if you’re not living on the edge, you are taking up too much space”. Fantastic.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks 🙂 Namaste. ~ TW
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Zishaan 'ZuZu' Shafi said:
It is as if you and I share the same mind and are in the same place in life. It is convincing me more and more of the decision I have made and the path I wish to walk down. Great post and blog. I am a new follower and fan!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much for your words of inspiration. Namaste. ~ TW
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quirkybooks said:
I like the fact you said you will be ‘Trusting” that you will find the way. I believe everyone has an inner voice and it’s important to listen to it.
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The Truth Warrior said:
So true 🙂 Namaste. TW
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quirkybooks said:
Thanks for stopping by and leaving your comment.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Your are welcome. Namaste. ~ TW
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Link said:
I can empathize with your plight. I’ve been out of work for over a year now, and I can vouch for the fact I feel like I’m spinning my wheels, floating in a purgatory of qualification between “overqualified”, and “not enough experience”. Also, your appreciation for silence mimics my own. Nothing more productive than being alone with yourself to promote productive thinking. Excellent blog, I’ll be watching!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much for your comment. Namaste. ~ TW
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l0ve0utl0ud said:
Wow, awesome. I too would love to do this pilgrimage – I wish you the best of luck and I look forward to finding out how it goes for you.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much. Namaste. ~ TW
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wsforchrist said:
Haven’t heard from you for a while. You are missed! Hope you have having a wonderful trip! I suggest the Psalms of Ascent as inspirational reading material on your journey.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi. Was away for a bit. Just back. Will be posting soon. Namaste. TW
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Grass Oil by Molly Field said:
Are you still in Spain? What are you up to? I’m nominating you for an award, the Versatile Blogger award… participate if you wish, I just think that what you have to say is good and I think more people ought to know about you. Namaste.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much!! Just back. It was great. Namaste. ~ TW
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Tina Del Buono, PMAC said:
Hi Truth Warrior, I hope all is well with you just checking in to make sure you are okay since I haven’t seen any post from you lately. 🙂
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi Tina. Was away for a bit. Will be posting soon. Namaste. TW
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The Guat said:
I love this post. I love Paolo Coelho…The Alchemist being my favorite book of all time so I really enjoy the quote. Don’t know what book it’s from, but I love it. I love that you’re heading on that pilgrimage and that you are trying to mentally prepare for it. All your intentions are very inspiring, very AWESOME … the kind of things that I live by on a daily basis and other that need to be posted on my fridge so that I can be reminded every day, but my favorite is “To be present…” that one has made my current happiness project and regular everyday existence a lot better. Great post.
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The Truth Warrior said:
Hi. Thanks for sharing your wonderful words of encouragement and inspiration. I love that one – ” To just be present” Namaste. ~ TW
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carefreeandlovinit said:
Hi, Truth Warrior! This post really resonates with me! I know the feeling of being in a job and it’s all clockwork…a person begins to feel dead…a paycheck..a paycheck…I was there. I worked 50-60hours a week in a job that I hated. Well, that was years ago. They let me go and I moved back to Cali. Since then, I have connected with my passions which is writing and filmmaking. At the time, I didn’t know where my destination would take me. I just knew that the job wasn’t working anymore and I needed to think about my next ‘destination.’ The destination was definitely worth it and I finished my first short film that screened at a theater in SF. We do have options!
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The Truth Warrior said:
Thanks so much for you inspiring and thoughtful comment. Well done to you on making a short film. That is absolutely great news. It takes courage to follow your heart but I really believe that it is worth it. Namaste. TW
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