Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definitions: (1) causing someone to do something <especially by urging or influencing>; to prevail upon; (2) inducing someone to believe something <especially through proof or logic>; convincing Synonyms: entice, exhort, vindicate, win over Too Far: Intimidating Quote: Persuasiveness takes finesse; it takes an understanding of human psychology. And intention is everything. — Amanda de Cadenet (1972-) … Read more
Definitions: (1) clear and explicit in statement or expression <speech or writing>; easily understood; lucid; not obscure or ambiguous; plain; distinct; (2) aware of the mind and needs of the other. Derivation: Latin, “to look at closely” Familial Qualities: a good listening ability, kindness, sincerity, unselfishness Quotes:• Other men are lenses through which we read … Read more
Definition: having keen mental or emotional perception and understanding; discerning Derivation: Latin, “transparent,” “to look through” Quote: If we can learn to change our perspective and see negative things in a different ‘octave,’ we may be able to see beauty in all things and in all situations. — Victor Lemonte Wooten (1964 -) American bassist … Read more
Definitions: (1) having an agreeable or pleasing personality; good-natured; (2) having a well-formed body; graceful; attractive Familial Qualities: friendly, well-groomed People Who Exemplify This Quality: “He was able to drop the bucket down the well of his personality and bring up what was needed in the moment.” said of Sir Michael Gambon (1941-2023) Irish actor … Read more
Definitions: (1) resolute endurance <especially with what is known to be correct>; (2) abiding; persevering; (3) continuing to exist; lasting; (4) daughty <brave and persistent> Balancing Qualities: Daring, Diversity, Fearless Quotes:• Keep on pluggin’. — John Preston Downs (1913-2005) American businessman & father• It just goes to show, if you are persistent, something gets done. … Read more
Definition: persisting in pursuing something in spite of obstacles, opposition, or discouragement; steadfast in purpose See also: Stick-to-itive Synonyms: constant, indefatigable, resolute, tenacious, undeterred Quotes: • Great works are performed not by strength, but by perseverance. — Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English author• Sometimes things aren’t clear right away. That’s where you need to be patient … Read more
Definitions: (1) allowing freedom; tolerant of behavior or practices on the edge of propriety; indulgent; lenient; (2) granting or expressing consent; in agreement Quotes:• The pursuit of truth does not permit violence on one’s opponent. — Mahatma Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (1869-1948) Indian lawyer and peacemaker• Let us permit nature to have her way. She understands … Read more
Definitions: (1) briskly self-assured; spirited; jaunty; (2) cheerful; pert; saucy Too Far: Syrupy Quotes:• It happens very rarely that your ears perk up about a certain project. — Dominic Edward Cooper (1978-) English actor• Do activities you’re passionate about – which make your heart and soul feel perky – including things like working out, cooking, … Read more
Definitions: (1) complete in all respects; without defect or omission; faultless; (2) thorough excellence in skill or quality; expert; proficient; (3) completely correct or accurate; exact; precise; (4) without reserve or qualification; pure; impeccable; (5) totally effective; meticulous; (6) a fine physical specimen; sound; flawless; (7) appreciative of the character or nature of someone or … Read more
Definitions: (1) progressive refinement; (2) capable of improvement Quote: Possibilities … — Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) Last word in The Red Book {2009} Proverb: The gem cannot be polished without friction; nor the man perfected without trials. — Korean Comments:• It is possible to get locked into a small idea of what perfect is. We … Read more