Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definitions: (1) exhibiting warm cordiality; genteel; (2) courteously considerate; tactful; civil; (3) having the characteristics of advanced culture; refined in behavior or cultural interests <especially in arts and literature> Compatible Quality: friendly Quotes:• Politeness is to human nature as warmth is to wax. — Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) German philosopher• I want maximum information given with maximum … Read more
Definitions: (1) smooth, soft, or refined manners; elegantly polite; (2) expert; flawless; (3) bringing to a highly developed, finished, or refined state <he was polishing his technique on the clarinet> Quotes:• A year from now you may wish you had started today. — B. Karen Lamb (1952– 2001) American actress• The man who practices unselfishness, … Read more
Definitions: (1) composed, dignified, and self-assured; (2) well-poised <being in balance or equilibrium> Derivation: Latin, “equal weight” Quotes:• For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone. — Audrey Kathleen Hepburn (1929–1993) British actress.• It is … Read more
Definitions: (1) possessing the peculiar beauties of harmony; sublime rhythm; prosody; (2) imaginative; (3) language chosen and arranged to create a specific emotional response through meaning, sound, and cadence; written or spoken word formulating a concentrated imaginative awareness of an experience Poetry: You’ve got to know when to hold ’em, know when to fold ’em. [— Donald … Read more
Definition: marked by courage; spirited; brave; resolute Quotes:• A pound of pluck is worth a ton of luck. — James Abram Garfield (1831-1881) 20th President of the United States• You are never alone. You are eternally connected with everyone. — Amit Ray (1960-) Indian author & spiritual teacher
Definitions: (1) yielding to pressure without breaking; supple; lithe; (2) possessing a flexible disposition; docile; (3) readily amenable to moral influence, persuasion, or discipline; tractable; (4) adjusting willingly or easily to varying conditions; adaptable Derivation: French, “to bend” Compatible Quality: stout Quotes:• Technology is constantly shifting, and we should make sure that whatever we build … Read more
Definitions: (1) agreeable to the mind or the senses, beautiful; pleasurable; (2) having an agreeable manner; amiably cheerful; (3) presenting an attractive appearance; elegant; (4) merry; jesting; jocular; (5) lively playfulness; sportive Synonyms: amusing, good-humored, gratifying, humorous, jocose, witty, euphonious <satisfying to the ear> Too Far: hedonistic Quote: Have regular hours for work and play; … Read more
Definitions: (1) fond of fun; frisky; indulging in sportive fancy; frolicsome; (2) humorous; joking; (3) possessing a positive attitude which spills over into active cheerfulness; merry Synonyms: gamboling, gaiety, jocund, lively, romping, sprightly, vivacious Balancing Quality: Fair Consequential Qualities: order, sharing Note: When a child, or anyone, plays they learn it is fun to be … Read more
Definitions: (1) talking with clear, frank openness; candid; (2) communicating with simple, unreserved sincerity Quotes:• Folks are usually about as happy as they make their minds up to be. ― Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) 16th President of the United States• When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That’s my … Read more
Definitions: (1) possessing a gentle, quiet spirit; showing an undisturbed or equable demeanor; mild mannered; (2) peace of mind; serene; unruffled; calm; tranquil Derivation: Latin, “to please” Quotes:• The more simply we look at ticklish questions, the more placid will be our lives and relationships. — Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860-1904) Russian playwright• Like water which … Read more