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Chris Morales23 said:👍👍 I have to say, I love using it too; there really isn't any other way to get through to certain dense people—those little "Frogs"—who just won't listen otherwise.
The thing is, they aren't Frogs because of who they are; they become Frogs simply because they take offense at the label...🤣
Chris Morales23 said:👍
I wanted to share a little parable from the Hindu traditions that has always held a special place in my heart; I read it quite some time ago, and I truly believe it’s worth revisiting for anyone currently exhausting themselves trying to wrap their head around the nature of God. 🙂
Once upon a time, there lived a tiny little Frog dwelling within his own small well. Beyond the walls of that well, there was no water to be found for miles, making the water inside his well the only liquid he had ever known... To him, that well wasn't just a home; it was practically his entire universe.
One afternoon, a Seagull lands on the edge of the well after an exhausting flight and greets the Frog, saying, "My dear Frog, I have seen a well far, far greater than yours."
Stunned by this revelation, the Frog asks, "And what is the name of this great well?"
The Seagull replies, "The ocean."
The Frog inquires, "Well, just how much larger is this ocean compared to my well?"
The Seagull answers, "Immeasurably larger."
Driven by a stubborn desire to truly grasp the scale, the Frog persists: "Then tell me, how many of my wells could fit inside that ocean?"
Seeing that further explanation is futile—because there is simply no way to make the Frog truly comprehend the scale—the Seagull offers a final greeting and takes flight once more...
As you can see, the Frog was fundamentally incapable of grasping the true magnitude of the ocean because his entire existence was defined by the confines of his well; he was attempting to measure the infinite using only the tools of his tiny, limited world. 🙂 It makes me wonder: how can we, based solely on the "well" we inhabit here in our physical world, ever hope to fully comprehend God or the vastness of the universe? Yet, much like that stubborn Frog, we continue to ask our questions, hoping for an answer we aren't equipped to hold. 🙂
I hope this story resonated with some of you.
I find myself using that all the time! It’s such a perfect example for people who go around flaunting their "profound" insights and big achievements... and then they're just left wondering why everyone treats them like a total Frog.
"I'm afraid that if I chase away my demons, I might end up chasing away my angels too"...Rilke
Linda Walker37 said:Miracles happen whether you believe in them or not, whether you want them to or not... so I really don't see the point in this thread.
If there’s no logic behind it, then it isn't a miracle! Seriously, I was thinking about this while grabbing my morning coffee at Starbucks today—if you can't find the "why" in what's happening, don't go calling it magic. It just doesn't add up!😂
jademarlin26 said:And what exactly defines a miracle for you? Is it simply anything you fail to comprehend?🤷
Well... I mean, there’s plenty of stuff we don't understand, but still...🤷
Besides the whole miracle thing, I feel like we've all just lost our sense of wonder. We don't really make room for awe anymore—not for the great outdoors, not for nature, not even for incredible things people actually achieve...
Our modern culture has basically killed off the ability to be amazed...
When was the last time you saw something that truly moved you? Something that left you standing there, totally speechless, just whispering, "Wow!"?
We can't survive without water, food, or sleep, but we also can't thrive without a little magic. We crave miracles just as much as a thirsty plant craves a drink.
Sure, we could technically stumble through life without ever knowing love or being loved. We could manage to navigate an alienated, lonely world... but the moment we reach out for something miraculous, everything changes. We need them. But why?
Whether it’s overnight healings, sudden spiritual awakenings, undeniable physical signs, saints with a heavenly scent, weeping statues, the sun itself defying physics, the Shroud of Turin, or even a freshly unearthed relic from Noah's Ark—it doesn't really matter what the specific event is. What matters is that they carry that essence of wonder meant specifically for us.
That sense of wonder is pure soul food!
Miracles actually happen—they really do—but they aren't for everyone. One psychologist I know says you have to be truly open to them by maintaining a positive mindset. Honestly, in this day and age, staying positive is a miracle in itself! Looking at life through a hopeful lens and seeking out the good... maybe it sounds a bit naive, but hey, it might just work. Action creates reaction.
Positive thinking plus a belief in miracles equals... well, miracles. Miracles don't have hands, so they can't exactly walk up and turn our doorknobs for us. We have to leave our doors wide open. 😲
I just hope we don't accidentally let something else slip in instead...☕
I mean, how can someone who refuses to believe even expect a miracle to show up?
Miracles have used their own kind of alchemy to turn skeptics into believers; they take root
whenever faith starts to flicker and fade, recruiting a whole new following. You could say miracles are a heavenly flick of a magic wand that transforms our lives—if we let them... 🤷 or perhaps miracles are just the ultimate expression of our longing for proof, a desperate search for meaning... or who knows, maybe it's something else entirely...
What are miracles to us, if not the very thing we thirst for most?
Anonymous said:I wasn't talking about politics. I’m talking about personal power—not in some mechanical or social way, but primarily on a spiritual level, with the understanding that spiritual strength naturally translates into a certain kind of worldly influence.
When I say "spiritual," I don't just mean looking at saints; even magical power falls under that umbrella. I’m talking about the spiritual capacity inherent in any individual, whether they're a simple farmer out in the Midwest or an enlightened mystic. We all operate under the exact same principle.
The principle is pretty much the same... having the will to act and the knowledge of how to act.
Some people might disagree with me here, but spiritual power doesn't have to be a bad thing for the person who holds it or for those around them. Of course, that’s assuming you can dodge all the usual traps that come with power. The real trick is making sure your own power doesn't lead you astray. If it does, suddenly the power is running the show instead of you...
Anonymous said:I'm still lost. Are you saying knowledge equals power?
The way modern society defines "knowledge"—just a bunch of data points and info—seems pretty irrelevant to me. Having actual insight or understanding matters, sure, but I'm not convinced it's strictly necessary.
Besides, you can follow your gut and intuition to get things done too.
If you don't get it,😕 then you clearly haven't realized that you need to know exactly what you want and precisely how to pull it off (in political terms, let's call it having a strategic plan😁 ) when you're gunning for a position that comes with real authority.
When we talk about the classic skills needed to govern or manage complex systems—and yes, we are talking politics here—having access to information is a massive advantage. It’s a tool in the kit.
A top-tier politician isn't going to ignore their intuition or that "gut feeling" either. They use it to spot those subtle nuances or hidden angles that their opponents completely overlook.
Anonymous said:Can you dive a bit deeper into what you mean by "knowledge"?
I'm totally with you on the willpower part.
In this context, we're really talking about the exercise of power.
Lisa Morales4 said:A complete visualization of motivation, fully immersed in your work and fused with the positive energy of an energized focus and total commitment to success
Wait, what even is this???
Man, talk about an enlightened clique!
gentleharbor52 said:The cosmos is pure dynamism, whereas this supposed truth would imply a fixed, decisive definition—essentially, stasis.
Ontological Truth, in any philosophical or theological sense, simply doesn't exist.
The most accurate depiction of truth is found in "The Little Prince," where every individual possesses their own tiny planet—their own personal truth.
The more an individual (or a group) retreats into their own private truth, the further they drift from reality.
There is no one more oblivious than those who believe they have finally grasped the Truth.
But wait! Could the Truth itself actually contain its own internal dynamics? If so, then *that* would be the Truth.🙏
And can an ordinary person possess their own Great Truth?
The more an individual (or a group) stays stuck in their own subjective truth, the more detached they become from what's actually happening.Spot on! And yet, here we are, everyone searching for it—even during the Potjeh....
Power is really just the raw potential to act, but we’re the ones who actually give it substance through our intention. To me, it rests on two main pillars: first, the sheer will to make something happen, and second, the actual know-how—knowing exactly *how* to pull it off. If you're missing even one of those pieces, any sense of power you think you have is totally hollow, and it’ll turn into complete helplessness before you even realize it.