Bedrock
“…the solid rock underlying unconsolidated surface materials.” (Merriam-Webster).
The word bedrock has been coming up frequently in the past few weeks. Choosing a solid foundation upon which to build an authentic life is a lot of hard work. Yet, if we don’t consider this fundamental element of the process we are not likely to achieve lasting success.
“It is not the beauty of the building you should look at, its the construction of the foundation that will stand the test of time.” ~David Allen Coe
Many times the foundation upon which our lives are built has flaws that we didn’t choose, attitudes and beliefs about ourselves and others that came from our family of origin, how we were raised, the experiences we had growing up and our enculturation; flaws that need correcting.
“A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.” ~David Brinkley
Picking the right materials and finding the support that is appropriate for you is essential to the success of building a strong foundation.
“Trust is to human relationships what faith is to gospel living. It is the beginning place, the foundation upon which more can be built. Where trust is, love can flourish” ~Barbara Smith
Trusting the process as we make the journey to the authentic self teaches us how to love ourselves and each other…then we all flourish.
“Love is patient; love is kind and envies no one. Love is never boastful, nor conceited, nor rude; never selfish, not quick to take offence. Love keeps no score of wrongs; does not gloat over other men’s sins, but delights in the truth. There is nothing love cannot face; there is no limit to its faith, its hope, and its endurance.” ~1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Blessings!
