Jan 23, 2025

'The Softening' by Richard Rudd

Softness is one of the great secrets of all spiritual practice.  When we become soft, we become like water.  We let life come to us.  We trust in its flow, and we allow ourselves to be taken in whichever direction it chooses.  This is true power because it comes from love, and love is the softest thing in the universe, and yet it is the most powerful.  When you soften your attitude to yourself, to others, and to life, you release the natural wisdom that lies within you.  Your body softens, your thoughts soften, and your heart softens.  Through softness, you find clarity and purpose without needing to force anything.  Your life becomes a gentle unfolding rather than a constant battle. ... [Read more]

Seed questions for reflection: What does softening mean to you? Can you share a personal story of a time you softened and were able to release the natural wisdom within you? What helps you gently unfold instead of being in a constant battle?