He was attracted to this edge of unknowing, of hope and fear, he instinctively knew that surfing it was precondition for growth and transformation. And for feeling alive. Waking up and going out into the world not knowing what each day would hold, taking life as it comes, relinquishing any illusion of control. That's fresh, that's a good morning!

~ Matt Padwick

Matt Padwick Feeling Alive Not Knowing Relinquish Control Transformation Waking Up

When you wake up, your face will be dry. But that doesn’t mean you didn’t cry.

~ Beth Revis

Beth Revis Crying Dreams Dry Ella Shepard Face Tears Waking Up

The worst part about dreaming? You have to wake up.

~ George Aaron Navaja

George Aaron Navaja Dreaming Waking Up

We want a little risk in our lives because it keeps things interesting. It wakes us up, it gives us a sense that we're alive and breathing and doing Something! Throwing yourself into it begins with being grateful that you even have something to throw yourself into.

~ Rob Bell

Rob Bell Breathing Creativity Gratefulness Gratitude Risk Waking Up

Mindfulness has to do with waking up and living in harmony with oneself and with the world. It is examining who we are, constantly questioning our views of the world and our place in it, while cultivating appreciation for the fullness of each moment we are alive. It is the direct opposite of taking life for granted. It is empowering as well, because paying attention in this way opens channels to deep reservoirs of creativity, intelligence, imagination, clarity, determination, choice, and wisdom within us.

~ Jon Kabat-Zinn

Jon Kabat-Zinn Appreciation Harmony Mindfulness Paying Attention Present Moment Self Examination Waking Up Wisdom

…to celebrate by making love the first snow of winter.

~ R.a.lucas

R.a.lucas Morning Snow Waking Up Winter