(Approaching the abyss)
We have no where to go (really) but down — eventually we must all let go and jump — it is supposedly that act which propels us to the next level — to enlightenment. What would bring us to this point — where are we willing to give up the self? Does the fall into the abyss always result in enlightenment? How would we know? What do we have to give up to make such a leap?
~ Hakuin Ekaku
I don’t know how we know. I do know one of the things we have to give up to make a leap, any leap, is fear. I’ve had to give it up a few times, to carry on with the commitment I made to get outside every day. I think it was the commitment that gave me the courage to give up the fear so I could make those leaps.
Or maybe I’m just plain crazy, like The Fool in the Tarot, a card I have long identified with. Sometimes it takes a little crazy to move on or move up, or even just to carry on.
Bountiful Healing 
Some fears are much easier than others. Some, we aren’t even aware of what it is we are afraid of so we aren’t sure what it is that needs letting go. I think half the challenge is just recognizing that we are afraid and then are willing to look inside to see why.
That’s true, Fox. And a wise way of looking at it. 🙂
There’s significance in what you said; the commitment gave you the courage to give up the fear so you could take the leap. That’s not crazy, I would call it living life. You are such an inspiration, Robin. 🙂
Thank you, Joanne. 🙂