“In everyone’s life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit.”—Albert Schweitzer
I write this blog, frankly, for myself. It is quite often driven by my own need for motivation and correction in my life. We all need to have our inner spirit attended to. My desire is that, in sharing the thoughts and stories that fuel my inner fire, I might in some small way rekindle the fire in some others.
Anyone who has gone camping and/or attended a bonfire knows that a fire needs fuel and needs regular care to be maintained. Our inner fire is no different. It needs fuel. It needs to be stoked from time to time. We can keep the fire stoked by….
Associating with people who support, encourage, inspire, and motivate us.
Reading the works of inspirational writers and thinkers.
Seeking out stories of inspirational persons.
Journaling—writing down or thoughts and aspirations.
Having a goal mindset.
Meditation—envisioning that which we most want in life.
Failing (i.e., striving beyond our current capabilities).
Being the kindling for others.
Etc.
Search out motivation and be a motivator. Encourage others and you will be encouraged. Know that if your inner fire can go out from time to time so, then, can the fire of those you encounter. Sometimes, sharing what little energy we have left is just what we need to be reenergized.
Be your best today; be better tomorrow.
Carpe momento!!