A lot of experiences that we have in the world are torn, broken, hard experiences, and in broken, difficult, lonesome experiences you earn a quality of light that is very precious. I often think of it as quarried light.
In life, we often encounter challenging and painful experiences that can leave us feeling torn and isolated. However, these difficult moments also contribute to our personal growth and understanding. The notion of "quarried light" captures the idea that from hardships, we can extract valuable wisdom and insight, akin to finding precious resources underground.
John O'Donohue, in his book "Walking in Wonder: Eternal Wisdom for a Modern World," emphasizes that while life's...