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Everything Will Be Okay

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After a long day of navigating life's challenges, join me, as I share a gentle tale that promises to inspire and shift your perspective. Imagine a young monk named Shen, grappling with the weight of his failures, only to discover through the wisdom of his Master Wang that each sunset in life is followed by a dawn. This soothing parable from "The Zen Monkey and the Lotus Flower" by Tenpa Yeshe serves as a poignant reminder that our setbacks are not the end, but rather a prelude to new beginnings. Allow Shenโ€™s journey to be your own, as you embrace the natural cycles of life and learn to release the burdens of your past.
As we sit together on this metaphorical cliff, overlooking the sun setting in a riot of reds and golds, I invite you to reflect on your own darkness and anticipate the dawn that inevitably follows. Through the story of Shen and his master, find solace in the regularity of natureโ€™s rhythmsโ€”knowing that, just like the sunrise and sunset, your capacity for growth and renewal is a constant. Let this narrative guide you toward peace and joy, as we remember to live in the moment and cherish the assurance that, after every ending, a fresh start awaits. Thank you for listening, and may you find safety, health, and light in each new day.

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After a long day of navigating life's challenges, join me, as I share a gentle tale that promises to inspire and shift your perspective. Imagine a young monk named Shen, grappling with the weight of his failures, only to discover through the wisdom of his Master Wang that each sunset in life is followed by a dawn. This soothing parable from "The Zen Monkey and the Lotus Flower" by Tenpa Yeshe serves as a poignant reminder that our setbacks are not the end, but rather a prelude to new beginnings. Allow Shenโ€™s journey to be your own, as you embrace the natural cycles of life and learn to release the burdens of your past.
As we sit together on this metaphorical cliff, overlooking the sun setting in a riot of reds and golds, I invite you to reflect on your own darkness and anticipate the dawn that inevitably follows. Through the story of Shen and his master, find solace in the regularity of natureโ€™s rhythmsโ€”knowing that, just like the sunrise and sunset, your capacity for growth and renewal is a constant. Let this narrative guide you toward peace and joy, as we remember to live in the moment and cherish the assurance that, after every ending, a fresh start awaits. Thank you for listening, and may you find safety, health, and light in each new day.

If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated!

Support the show

๐ŸŒŸโœจ๐Ÿ“š **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** ๐Ÿ“šโœจ๐ŸŒŸ
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ‘‡
๐Ÿ”— Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC
๐ŸŒŸ **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?**
๐Ÿ”— Visit Wide Open Stages https://www.wideopenstages.com

๐Ÿ“ธ **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/
๐Ÿ’– **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME
๐ŸŽต **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern**
๐Ÿ”— [Listen on Spotify]
https://open.spotify.com/artist/57A87Um5vok0uEtM8vWpKM?si=JOx7r1iVSbqAHezG4PjiPg

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