Quote by John O'Donohue

What you encounter, recognize or discover depends to a large degree on the quality of your approach. Many of the ancient cultures practiced careful rituals of approach. An encounter of depth and spirit was preceded by careful preparation.When we approach with reverence, great things decide to approach us. Our real life comes to the surface and its light awakens the concealed beauty in things. When we walk on the earth with reverence, beauty will decide to trust us. The rushed heart and arrogant mind lack the gentleness and patience to enter that embrace.

What you encounter, recognize or discover depends to a large

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of our approach and mindset when encountering new experiences or discovering new things. It suggests that by approaching with reverence and careful preparation, we are more likely to have meaningful and profound encounters. When we approach with humility and respect, the beauty within people and things reveals itself to us. However, a rushed and arrogant approach lacks the necessary qualities of gentleness and patience to truly embrace and appreciate the depth and spirit of what we are encountering.

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Nature Patience Inspirational Reverence

By John O'Donohue

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