Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definition: feeling or expressing sympathy, compassion, pity, or empathy Derivation: Latin, “to lament with” Quotes:• It is more fitting for a man to laugh at life than to lament over it. — Lucius Annaeus Seneca the Younger (c. 4 BC–AD 65) Roman Stoic philosopher• We love to commiserate and troubleshoot and prepare for the worst, and gratitude … Read more
Definitions: (1) being an admirable example <a person, idea, or ideal worthy of emulation>; (2) recommending as worthy of confidence or notice; (3) expressing a favorable opinion; to praise Synonyms: applauded, approved, entrusted, recommended Music: “You’re the Top” {1934}You’re the topYou’re the ColosseumYou’re the topYou’re the Louvre MuseumYou’re a melody from a symphony by StraussYou’re a Bendel bonnet, a Shakespeare sonnetYou’re … Read more
Definition: able to control by influence, authority, or dignity; dominating Synonyms: authoritative, imperious, lordly Balancing Qualities: Caring, Compassionate Quotes:• Well-timed silence is the most commanding expression. — Mark Helprin (1947-) American-Israeli novelist• None of us will ever accomplish anything excellent or commanding except when he listens to this whisper which is heard by him alone. — Thomas Carlyle … Read more
Definition: causing laughter or amusement <especially with startling or unexpected humorous impact>; funny; droll Compatible Quality: timing Quotes:• You cannot teach a crab to walk straight. — Aristophanes (446-386 bc) Greek classic poet [The Father of comedy]• There’s a difference between being a comic and a comedian. A comic is a guy who says funny things, and … Read more
Definitions: (1) imparting encouragement and strength; heartening; (2) bringing solace or cheer to someone; consoling; reassuring; (3) providing grace, hope, and cheer; showing compassion and soul soothing kindness; (4) bestowing satisfaction and contentment; (5) commodious Synonyms: relieving, supporting Quotes:• Expect trouble as an inevitable part of life and repeat to yourself, the most comforting words of all; this, too, shall pass. — Esther … Read more
Definitions: (1) feeling pleasurable satisfaction; (2) at ease in ones own body or mind; content Synonyms: agreeable, cozy, pleasant, snug, supporting Consequential Quality: creative Too Far: indolent, sluggish, smug Quote: A dream is your creative vision for your life in the future. You must break out of your current comfort zone and become comfortable with the unfamiliar and the unknown. — … Read more
Definitions: (1) pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance; attractive; handsome; pretty; (2) decent; suitable; proper; becoming; (3) acting in a way to put people at their ease Derivation: Old English, “fine, handsome” Synonyms: graceful, seemly Quote: Someone who just has a really good heart – it’s so attractive: someone who makes you feel beautiful and encourages you – … Read more
Definitions: (1) having striking or spirited elements; vivid; stimulating; (2) full of variety; picturesque; (3) a unique and charming character; showy; pleasantly recognizable Familial Quality: charisma Quotes:• Why would anyone lie? The truth is always more colorful. — James H. Hall (1933-) American philosopher• What makes things memorable is that they are meaningful, significant, colorful. — Joshua Foer (1982-) American journalist … Read more
Definitions: (1) clearly articulated and intelligible; (2) logically connected; (3) in natural agreement; harmonious Synonyms: consistent, related, united Quotes:• Meditation makes the entire nervous system go into a field of coherence. — Deepak Chopra (1946-) Indian-American author• When you build a thing, you cannot merely build that thing in isolation, but must repair the world around it, and within it, so … Read more
Definitions: (1) the fact of being aware; perceptive; (2) knowledgeable of something <especially through personal experience>; (3) the range of comprehension possible through examination; able to notice and retain such observation Synonym: mindful Familial Qualities: aware, conscious Quotes:• Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel … Read more