The most simple but interesting thing happened today (it doesn't take much to amuse me! Ha!).
I picked up some extra hours at work so instead of taking the bus, I did a short walk going towards work from the local train station. I have been at this job for over 7 years and take the exact route virtually every morning, except I take it going from work to the station and not the other way like I did today.
Anyways, it was like I had never walked in that vicinity ever! I wasn't quite sure where I was going and it all looked completely foreign! I thought that was so fascinating (and a little freaky) considering I walk this area so frequently.
It showed me the value of shifting perspective, even if it's just slightly, how it can change everything for you! It forced me to look at the buildings and the locality in a new light.
I've always been a huge proponent of trying, learning and experiencing new things. You can only learn, expand and grow from doing something novel- your muscle memory and brain circuitry create new neural connections- which can only be a good thing! You are also adding to your escrow...
Also, if you're sensitive, empathic and compassionate, it adds an additional layer of understanding by seeing things in another way. When you find out about someone's life experience (especially if it's someone you don't like/disagree with), then you can begin to understand why everyone is the way they are. And that all people are just doing their best to make it through life.
I think it gives great insight to be able to see through the eyes of another, and even though you can only really see from your perspective, if anything can help you offer a little bit more love towards your fellow man, then that can only really be a good thing!
So try something new, allow yourself to see a fresh perspective on life and it could help you no end!
Happy perspecting!!!
Lots of love, Nick Xxx
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