I wound up taking an impromptu hiatus a while back, but now that I'm back in the swing of things (for a while anyways) I thought I might try and revive this little tradition I was starting to have.
So here we are, random and somewhat philosophical Axiom to chew on and see what pops out!
"The path to discovery lies not in seeking new landscapes. But rather in having new eyes."
Agree with it? Explain why. Disagree? In what way. Don't really understand what it even means? Ask about where it confuses you. Does it inspire a thought that has no direct link? Share it anyways. There are no wrong answers. ...No 'right' ones either. Just ponder what it means to you and share what it inspires.
The previous prompt, for those who may have missed it (asong ago as it was), is here;
I very much agree with this statement. While one could have a poignant spiritual moment while traveling, spirituality is personal and you must glance inside. Ego death is another big one to help you level up. You might visit an impoverished land and be somewhat moved to see people with so little being happy, or perhaps get a sense of blessing. However, it becomes your bragging story. "I did a good deed for poor people" or "I now appreciate all of my stuff." Instead of humbling yourself, dropping your ego, and empathizing or realizing how truly connected we all are. You can have an epiphany in your own home, it just is not Instagram worthy to post a photo meditating in your tiny apartment. It is far grander to be on top of a mountain.
Now, I am not saying travel is wrong. If you can afford it, take the opportunity. But do not let the reason for travel to gain clout. So many share every moment with the world. Spirituality, and especially Witchcraft, is about turning inward and knowing when to share and when to stay silent. Sometimes, you discover something and the only person who was meant to discover it was yourself. Work on yourself and you will expand in wonderous ways.
I both agree and disagree with this statement oddly.
Having new eyes, a new perspective, a change of mind can be extremely rewarding.
However, so can seeking new landscapes. Within my hedge practice it is every bit as much about the local land and area around me as it is about the tools, spell work, and ritual.
Wherever I live I seek to learn about the local environment. The land, plants, animals found in the area, the everyday temperament of the community of people around me.
I have found plants used, for magick, medicine, shelter, and as a food source.
There is a wonder for seeing for the first time a creature you had never had prior knowledge of.
Purple jumper spiders for an example. I would never have known they existed if one didn't jump up next to me in the yard.
There is a comfort in the idea that if you can change your atmosphere, your environment if only for a short period you can discover a plethora of things you may have not been previously aware of.
A natural curiosity about the landscape both current and new ones can lead not only to changes in perspective but new knowledge, little adventures, fun and of course danger.
But these things are a part of life and living.
So I both agree with and disagree with the statement.
