The Fire Of Desire
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The Fire of Desire
Introduction
One quiet morning, I found myself sitting on the floor next to my daughter, Ella. While I journaled, she eagerly stretched and bounced, trying to reach her beloved butterfly finger puppet. Observing her growing frustration, I reflected on my own impatience with the progress toward one of my major goals. Just then, Ella’s determination overcame inertia, propelling her forward. Although she landed face-down, her little hand reached the butterfly. Startled but unharmed, she whimpered until I picked her up, celebrating her brave effort with a smile.
Lessons from Ella
Watching Ella, I couldn’t help but draw parallels between her experience and my own. Her desire drove her forward, pushing her past barriers. Without this burning desire, she might not have persisted. It made me realize that my initial passion for my goal had become obscured. Although I could sense it deep within, it wasn’t actively guiding me.
The Nature of Desire
Desire can be intimidating. As children, we often reach for our dreams, only to face rejections from authority figures. It becomes tempting to hide our desires, making it easy for them to become hidden from ourselves. In his book Crossing the Unknown Sea, David Whyte explains that the Latin root of desire is "de sider," meaning "of the stars." To desire is to keep your star in sight, guiding you toward something you can't yet fully envision.
Rediscovering My Guiding Star
My own path was clouded, and I had lost sight of my guiding star. It wasn’t my goal that was wrong; I had simply lost touch with the desire that initially motivated me. Pursuing any goal often requires a leap of faith, and sometimes we misstep, just as Ella did. The Universe has mysterious ways of connecting us with our dreams. This uncertainty can sometimes make us lose sight of what truly inspires us.
Renewal Through Reflection
I had reached a point of hesitation, standing at the cliff's edge of the unknown. Afraid of the vastness before me, I paused, disconnected from my original desire. Driven instead by obligation, I lost my way. With Ella’s innocent determination as my guide, I found clarity again. I could once more be led by the star of my desire.
Navigating Towards Your Goals
As the navigator of your journey, you must regularly check your course. Are you still following your guiding star? Is your goal still aligned with your heart's desire? Stormy skies may obscure your vision, but when they clear, look up. Ensure you remain on course.
Wisdom from Unexpected Teachers
A seven-year-old once asked me, "What do you do?" I replied, "I'm a life coach. I help people figure out how to get what they want." Curious, she asked, "How do you get what you want?" Her simple answer was profoundly insightful: "I ask!"
The Bible says, "Ask and you shall receive." But first, you must know what you desire. What are your deepest wishes? By discovering and following the star of your true desire, your goals will begin to fall into place gracefully. Know what you want, ask for it, and the path will unfold for you.
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