noun bal·ance \ˈba-lən(t)s\
Simple Definition of balance
- : the state of having your weight spread equally so that you do not fall
- : the ability to move or to remain in a position without losing control or falling
- : a state in which different things occur in equal or proper amounts or have an
- equal or proper amount of importance
Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary
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Such a simple word - a simple definition (it even says so). The second line is my favorite. I think it is truly the definition of life.
To remain in a position without losing control or falling.
This is my goal. Whether that position is wife, mother, employee, daughter, or dog owner my goal is to remain engaged and balanced in that position without losing control or falling. I've come to appreciate not being in total control of a situation, being mindful of the space that I am in, and trying to be present enough to feel whatever the moment brings.
But somehow the self doubt still creeps in that perhaps I am not doing all of that in the moment. That I have am falling short or losing it. The goal seems so simple. As simple as the definition. Just stay balanced.
Yet it's not. Balance is not an easy pursuit however I feel the word is everywhere. Is it the Universe sending me a message? Is it just a current Buzzword? Is it because I am searching so desperately for it? Balance seems to be everywhere and nowhere all at the same time.
Let me know what you think.....maybe we can find it together. Namaste.
