Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definitions: (1) suitable, fitting, or becoming <especially with reference to conventional standards of conduct or good taste>; decent; decorous; (2) having a pleasing or proper appearance; fair; handsome Synonyms: appropriate, congruous Quote: The Pharisees made their way up alongside Jesus and said: “Teacher, you should rebuke your disciples and exhort them to behave more seemly.” … Read more
Definition: regarding oneself as valid; self-affirming; understanding or believing in oneself Compatible Qualities: self-forgetful, self-forgiving Too Far: self-absorbed Quote: Because true belonging only happens when we present our authentic, imperfect selves to the world, our sense of belonging can never be greater than our level of self-acceptance. — Casandra Brené Brown (1965-) American author & … Read more
Definitions: (1) keeping a quiet and steady attitude or pace; calm; undisturbed; tranquil; (2) possessing a composed and decorous seriousness; sober; dignified; (3) serene; contemplative Too Far: laziness, procrastination Poetry:If you would grow great and statelyYou must try to walk sedately.— Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) Scottish poet Quote: The mind is so rarely disturbed, but … Read more
Definition: persistent in application or pursuit; constant and persevering; steadily industrious; assiduous; a hard and diligent worker; indefatigable Derivation: Latin, “sincerely” Compatible Qualities: attention to detail, organized, prepared Observation: A carpenter needs to be outfitted with a lot of tools, equipment, and supplies to do the job. But the plans, on paper and especially in … Read more
Definitions: (1) investigating with thoroughness; exploring or examining with interest; inquiring; seeking; (2) piercing; penetrating Synonyms: examine, hunt, keen, probe, pursue, sharp Parental Quality: curiosity Quotes:• Searching goes on forever. — Judith Mary Kain (1948-) American empath• Learning is the beginning of wealth. Learning is the beginning of health. Learning is the beginning of spirituality. … Read more
Definitions: (1) made competent by experience; matured; (2) improved quality; fit; (3) accustomed; acclimatized; (4) imparting with relish, zest, or interest; (5) made less harsh or severe; tempered; softened <He seasoned his remarks with discretion.> Quote: Any person seasoned with a just sense of the imperfections of natural reason, will fly to revealed truth with … Read more
Definitions: (1) free from fear, care, doubt, or anxiety; not worried, troubled, or apprehensive; having ease of mind; (2) sure; assured; certain; (3) trustworthy; dependable; able to be relied upon; (4) mutual understanding; coexistence; symbiotic <a mutually beneficial relationship> Synonyms: confident, guarded, impregnable, protected, safe, undisturbed, spirit-led <having a secure relationship with the Spirit> Familial Quality: … Read more
Definition: delightful; excellent; first-rate; splendid; extremely pleasing <especially to the taste>; delectable; yummy Quote: Temporal blessings, as wonderful as they may be, are only a taste of the real thing. They cannot sustain inner happiness any more than eating a scrumptious meal keeps tomorrow’s hunger at bay. — Leslie Vernick (~1970’s-) Licensed clinical social worker
Definitions: (1) acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper; having moral integrity; conscientiously honest; (2) punctiliously exact; careful with details; precise, accurate, and correct See also: Upright Quote: Success takes scrupulous diligence; to repeat takes strenuous perseverance. — Salam Al Shereida, Canadian Engineering research director
Definitions: (1) practical understanding; shrewdness or intelligence; common sense; (2) experienced and well informed Derivations: Latin, “to be wise;” Spanish, “to know” Quote: Anybody who says they are a good liar obviously is not, because any legitimately savvy liar would always insist they’re honest about everything. ― Charles “Chuck” John Klosterman (1972-) American author