Many times, what we experience in life is less a sense of belonging than a sense of “be-longing.” We long for that one person, that true home, that genuine community, where we will be completely known, completely accepted, completely at one with those around us. But once we leave the womb there is no way to escape the longing for perfect union, which we can experience only in fleeting moments before the reality of living as an individual amongst other individuals, each with our own needs and perspectives, takes over.
When have you experienced a sense of perfect communion?
I’ve felt completely accepted by a social worker I saw through my high school. I’ve long since graduated, but she still talks to me and supports me.
I feel strongly connected to one of my golden retrievers when she curls up in my lap and I stroke her soft fur. I find this very soothing.
During the birth of my daughter. It was transidental experience where 3 lives joined together forever. I felt a deep connection with everyone in the room. I saw the hand of God at work. It was humbling, frightening, joyous, amazing and beyond words. I understood what it means to be human and to be alive. We are put here to take care of one another. That is our purpose in life.
Thank you, Daily Compass. I need you every day to give my life a time of meaningful contemplation. You enrich my soul.
When have you experienced a sense of perfect communion?…
Loving, monogamous, sexual union has always and only been the times when I have experienced that. For me, it has always been about the sweet intimacies – quiet tender moments, and wild passions shared … body-to-body/skin-to-skin contact – THATs the only “Divinity” that means anything to me!
Blessings!
Dwayne