Sometimes I wish I could escape feelings. Or at least have a remote to control them. Set mood on automatic happiness level 9.8, maybe a happiness level of a complete 10 might be a bit OTT.
Everyday I am conscious of all the goodness around me. All the lack of suffering I have not had to endure because of circumstances of birth, combined with a touch of good fortune, tenacity and hard work. And yet, my mood is still low. Counting my blessings and being aware, but still having a sinking feeling inside of me, a feeling of sadness combined with anxiety and wistful thinking. Expectations of what we deserve in this life. Comparisons of others without knowing the whole story, not seeing the whole picture.
While we breathe we are tied to this physical realm. Our bodies need resources to survive. Love and affection and touch. One day I believe, my soul will fly free. Free of this earthly bind. Free of needing food, water, sleep, education, competition, needing to do this, needing to do that. Just being free. And feeling love. Hopefully, perhaps, it will be.
Phenomenal
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for reading 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
My pleasure l. Always
LikeLiked by 1 person
Each of us is looking to reach that realm. Hope you reach sooner
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for reading and commenting x
LikeLiked by 1 person
It’s glad connecting with you
LikeLike
We enjoyed reading your article. To be “free” is something so precious because with freedom we are able to BE. Freedom also evokes creativity which sparks fun in life. Of course, if being free, one must take responsibility for oneself on this planet but as you so wishfully quoted, perhaps one day material things, food,water, competition etc will no longer be required. Pure freedom. Best regards from my two furry friends. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for reading and stopping by, Allan! Your two furry friends are beautiful 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, i`ll inform them. Mr Midnight will want another biscuit now he knows somebody else likes him! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Another biscuit from Vonita 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
OK. But only one. Mr M is getting a bit big. 😉
LikeLiked by 1 person
And a cuddle from me 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Will do. He´s such a spoilt little thing! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hey Vonita,
This hits close to home. Thanks for putting into words something that I’ve also been struggling. Sometimes, I wish I could wake up, all happy and cheery but that is not the case, despite how blessed I feel.
Someday, I hope I’ll find whatever it is that I am seeking to eventually set my soul free.
Cheers!
May
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi May, thank you for reading and commenting. I’m sorry to hear about your struggles too, thanks for sharing. Everything comes to pass xo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Awe. Also touched my heart. I found it is possible to know freedom along with the pain….then comes a new painful thing..how to share it… I like the sincerity in your writing very much..
Much love — Laurie
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you very much, Laurie! Much love to you too xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person