This poem by John Donohue (from To Bless The Space Between Us) has been inspirational to me as part of the whole “song sharing” process. I hope it inspires something new in you as well.
FOR A NEW BEGINNING
In out-of-the-way places of the heart, Where your thoughts never think to wander, This beginning has been quietly forming, Waiting until you were ready to emerge.
For a long time it has watched your desire, Feeling the emptiness growing inside you, Noticing how you willed yourself on, Still unable to leave what you had outgrown.
It watched you play with the seduction of safety And the gray promises that sameness whispered, Heard the waves of turmoil rise and relent, Wondered would you always live like this.
Then the delight, when your courage kindled, And out you stepped onto new ground, Your eyes young again with energy and dream, A path of plenitude opening before you.
Though your destination is not yet clear You can trust the promise of this opening; Unfurl yourself into the grace of beginning That is at one with your life’s desire.
Awaken your spirit to adventure; Hold nothing back, learn to find ease in risk; Soon you will be home in a new rhythm, For your soul senses the world that awaits you.
John O’Donohue To Bless the Space Between Us
This blog is a space to share thoughts, poems and inspiration. As I mentioned in my introduction, I love to write. Hopefully, I can create and pass on some interesting pieces for you to read! Comments and feedback are always welcome. Thanks for joining me on this journey!