“One can never have enough socks,” said Dumbledore. “Another Christmas has come and gone and I didn’t get a single pair. People will insist on giving me books.”
― J.K. Rowling
What simple, ordinary thing do you wish for?
Passion
There is much to be said for a life of moderation and sense—except that we only enter the realm of the truly remarkable when fueled by passion and driven by burning desire.
When has passion led you achieve or experience something amazing?
Suffering for Desire
“If you suffer and make your loved ones suffer, there is nothing that can justify your desire.”
― Thich Nhat Hanh
What desire have you given up to diminish suffering for yourself or the world?
Joined at the Heart
The image of two hearts joined as one is charming—until you realize just how easily that heart can be broken apart. The fulfillment or our heart’s longing is always a temporary condition.
What helps you to deal with the reality of change and loss?
What You Need
“You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you just might find you get what you need.”
― Mick Jagger
When have you found that you got what you needed rather than what you wanted?