Just as a life is made of days, so are days made of moments. A life well lived is firmly planted in the sweet soil of moments. Mark Nepo is a gardener in this soil; he plants seeds of grace that grow only in the soil of loving attention and mindful time. We receive the deepest blessings of life when we fall in love with such moments-and Mark shows us how to fall in love deeply and with abandon.
In "The Book of Awakening," Mark Nepo emphasizes the significance of moments in our daily lives, likening a life to a series of days composed of countless moments. He suggests that a fulfilling life is rooted in the attention and appreciation we give to these fleeting instances. By cherishing each moment, we cultivate a life that thrives in joy and meaning.
Nepo serves as a guide in this journey, teaching us to embrace the beauty of the present. He believes that through loving attention and mindfulness, we can nurture the seeds of grace within ourselves. By falling deeply in love with each moment, we unlock the profound blessings life has to offer, ultimately leading to a richer and more vibrant existence.
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