Presented below is a thought from me on writing, a quote from someone else on writing, an excerpt from that writer, and a discipline/habit to implement…
We will be focusing on being fascinated today.
A Thought
It’s crucial to always keep in mind the sheer beauty that surrounds us and resides within us. Embracing fascination paves the way for profound significance in everything you create.
– Austin Alford
A Quote
“Life is miraculous. Even when it’s disastrous, it’s still incredible. I’m fascinated with everything, life is fascinating. I’m fascinated by trees and dogs, but no one wants to hear me talk about it.”
– Chris Martin (Front man for Coldplay)
An Excerpt
Coldplay, lyrics of “Amazing Day”
We sat on a roof | Named every star
Shared every bruise and | Showed every scar
Hope has its proof | Your hand in mine, singing
Life has a beautiful, crazy design
And time seemed to say | Forget the world and its weight
And here I just want to stay | Amazing day, Amazing day
We sat on a roof | Named every star and
You showed me a place | Where you can be what you are
And the view | The whole Milky Way
In your eyes | I drifted away
And in your arms | I just want to sway
Amazing day, Amazing day | Amazing day, Amazing day
And I asked can the birds in poetry chime?
Can there be breaks in the chaos of the times?
Oh, thanks God
Must have heard when I prayed
‘Cause now I always want to feel this way
A Discipline/Habit to Implement
This is going to be more of a challenge than a discipline or habit.
I challenge you, including myself, to take a breather and get totally captivated by something for a few minutes.
It could be a majestic tree, a tiny bug on the ground, a sparkling star in the sky, a stunning painting, an interesting sound in a song, or anything that catches your senses.
Take a moment to really appreciate it and let yourself be fascinated. And then, ask yourself why? What made it so darn fascinating?
Leave a comment and let me know what it was and why!
Put Pen to Paper this week and have fun!
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