02/03/2017
One of the things I really appreciate about myself & like is my back. To me it feels & looks strong, it's an attribute that is important to me & its strength makes me happy.
A lot of emphasis & quotes are put onto the back. A big one is "Don't give me a lighter load, but a stronger back". I understand the sentiment, but honestly sometimes I do want a lighter load π
I don't believe that "I have to suffer" in order for my dreams to be achieved; I do believe in hard work, I just don't think that has to go hand in hand w/suffering to get my goals.
Not asking for agreement in this, it's just my opinion. There's a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine:
"If there is free flow, there is no pain;
If there is no free flow, there is pain."
That can be applied to a number of things. I do believe that when we are out of alignment w/our 'path', then 'ish gets difficult.
Everything seems harder & life can be downright sucky. Then yes, in that instance I wish for strength to handle my tasks.
But when things are in flow, we feel fearless, determined, and can endure most things in pursuit of our goals. We're able to persevere ... in TCM the back associates w/will power.
So this is an acknowledgment of a bodypart that I love & am thankful for. I am grateful for it's association to fluidity of flow & drive.
Thnx for the pic Karaββ π