The Spirit is infinite, but not in the way you think. Each time you listen to your friends' problems, each time you volunteer, each time you care for a sick person etc. you are giving a piece of your Spirit away. It is when we have given a large portion of our Spirit away that we feel exhausted, taken advantage of, depressed, demotivated and the like.
This is a cycle that is very difficult to break. In order for us to function on all cylinders, that is to live a fulfilling life, we need all of our Spirit. So, how do we achieve that, you ask? Certainly not by avoiding giving to others but by replenishing our Spirit from the Source. Our Spirit in itself is finite, however, the Universal Spirit is not. It is endless and eternal. It is from there that we replenish our Spirit. Where it's needed and when it's needed. It is that simple.
When you feel that you have given away some your Spirit, just spend time revitalising from that omnipresent, always existing Source. It never runs out. In common language we call it recharging your batteries. Some people practice it on a daily basis by meditation, journaling, getting together with friends, walking on the grass barefooted and may other ways. You may not need to do it on a regular basis, but only when you feel that your Spirit tank is getting low, you seriously need to take a moment and listen to it and find out how you can refill.
Don't worry about what is happening while you're doing that. The refill is completely free and you can get as may as you need. So, hold out your cup and don't be shy! Let it be runneth over!
thank you for the reminder:
ReplyDeleteI love this article. We must remember always to
replenish our spirit; especially those who, in life, give so much to others.
Ask and thou shalt receive.