Mind, Body and Spirit
Ok, as some of you know, I’ve had a pretty rough time recently and have taken up ‘mindfulness’. I completely lost my way just before I went away and wanted to use the 2 weeks to refresh my spirit. I took a load of books away with me and one was ‘The Monk who sold his Ferrari’. For those of you who may not know, it’s about an American multi-millionnaire lawyer who breaks down through stress and the pressure of life. He sells up everything and finds peace with the monks in India. He then comes back and shares the 7 virtues of life with others. This book is my bible and I truly believe in it. I’d just finished reading it when we went to Carcassonne. I could feel my soul being mended slowly and knew I’d found my path again. I walked into the medieval city and bumped into a friend from England who I hadn’t seen for quite a while. Weird enough. I then turned a corner and saw this man meditating, doing yoga and balancing crystals with some awesome music playing in the background. He was the book personified and he sent me a real message. This may sound corny but I strongly believe that these things are happening because the time is right and the messages are leading me to where I belong….
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TeriLee
Fantastic shot…wow…that is very cool!! Love his expression…
Jaybe replied
Thanks Teri. I’ve tried hard to choose shots which capture the beauty of this man – literally in mind, body and spirit….
aspectsoftmk
very very nice…..tell us the story please…
aspectsoftmk
thank you…
.the photos do represent mind body and spirit…your words touch my soul as to why….i honor you in your journey and i respect the message…..you are loved….
Michael Oubridge
He seems so at peace and in control of his destiny, marvellous story to accompany it
susan davies
such an excellent capture
Beth Lambert
Absolutely fantastic. Such control to do that, and such beauty to capture and share it.
Jan Landers
WOW!!!! jaybe….what a journey this is…..this shot blew my mind…still does as i just keep looking at it…...there is no doubt that all of this is in perfect synchronicity, my friend…..do not discount that as corny…..it is serendipity!!! thank you for sharing it with us….i am in awe…..
ADuDeWiDaCaMeRa
wow amazing good luck on your journey =]
RavenSoul
Love the story behind the photo as much as the photo itself!
linaji
desire is a wonderful powerful driving force in the world of Attraction.; he is indeed a soul that is simply divine!
Dan Perez
Beautiful shot. The soft focus fits so well with the serene facial expression and the pose.
butchart
i just read your story and i agree with you… the messages and your inner spirit are both guiding you to where you belong… this image caputres the spirit… a beautiful man in a beautiful moment… one that indeed you were a part of…..........b
Jaybe replied
Thanks Butch. I’m definitely being guided and it feels good to me….
butchart
its all a matter of letting go… and trusting your inner light….......b
Deborah Milligan
thankyou for the image and the story. I particlularly love the light on his head. just beautiful.
Jaybe replied
Thanks Deb, I really appreciate your comment.
Cheri Perry
Fantastic…congrats!
HeatherTS
Jaybe that does not sound corny at all its a beautiful frame of mind to have….sum ppl have faith in god i believe just having faith in yourself can be enough…having faith period, in anything, is a powerful thing…never foget how awesome life is, thats how many of us lose our way
Jaybe replied
Thanks so much for your comment Heather. I’m trying not to lose my way and this guy was a gentle reminder when I needed him.
Judith Oppenhe...
perfect
Jaybe replied
Thanks Judith.
bamagirl38
This is SUPERB !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jaybe replied
Thankyou.
Christopher Bi...
great image, with a fascinating wonderful story behind it, i can just tell there is so much more. thank you for the moment. c
Jaybe replied
Thankyou so much Christopher.
Talkingwatermelon
Beautiful shot and a beautiful story. I never used to believe in synchronicity, but sometimes there’s no denying it.
Jaybe replied
Sorry I missed this comment – thankyou.
Maggieposh
Really lovely dreamy shot..Very well done…..Mp
Jaybe replied
Thanks so much.
Kelly J
Beautiful shot – and a wonderful message. I too have been there – and lived through it. And you are right – just always remember – “the universe is in perfect order”.... You will enjoy your journey :)
Jaybe replied
Thankyou – I certainly am enjoying it and it amazes me each and every day.
SNAPPYDAVE
shit thats cool
Jaybe replied
LOL – I so love that comment….thankyou…
Tainia Finlay
Truly awesome … just amazing the serenity this man exudes! Beautiful image jabe, great work!
Jaybe replied
Thankyou….
Gerijuliaj
I loved reading the inspiration behind this photo and am so glad you are finding your path in life. The image is wonderful. I love the soft light and colours. I do believe we are all given ‘sign posts’ in life and if we follow the right ones they do lead us to where we should be.
Jaybe replied
Thankyou so much…....and thankyou for taking the time to read the story…I so appreciate that.
Jo Hoden "C'...
fantastic shot:)
msdiddles
this is amazing!..going to have to go in search of this book now
Jaybe replied
It’s quite easy to find and a ‘must-read’. Changed MY life that’s for sure….
Catherine Crim...
oh now this is an awesome capture!!!!
Catherine Crim...
oh whats on the back of his head… do u know??
Jaybe replied
It’s just a tie for his baby ponytail Catherine…lol
;-)
RMonroe
Excellent…:)
Jaybe replied
Thankyou
eXposure
none of it sounds corny , some are strong enough to loose the way and regain it , others can be lost forever to the realms of man made misfortune … wonderful inspiring words and image .. ♥
Jaybe replied
Thanks so much eXposure – it’s a special one for me…..
Lois Bryan
amazing image and story!!! I hope your “way” has become even clearer and that you’re continuing to mend.
Jaybe replied
Thankyou Lois. The path is definitely clearer and I’m still mending but I know I’m gonna be fine….
Rickyd
Wow what a stunning capture the lighting is just perfect :)
Jaybe replied
Thanks Ricky
Carole Felmy
looks amazing… some people say there is no such thing as coincidence, that sounds very true for you… :) take care
Jaybe replied
Thankyou – he was definitely there for a reason…;-)
Tiffany Brown
Amazing….. And the story of your journey is more amazing!!! Great work!
Jaybe replied
Thanks Tiffany, it’s been a long one but so worthwhile…..
Lucindawind
WOW ! writing and shot !
Jaybe replied
Thanks Lucinda – for seeing and ‘getting’ it…xx
Milica
this is really marvelous
Jaybe replied
Thanks Milica
Jen Whyte
You have experience some fabulous synchronicity in your life with all these happenings and in Carcassonne of all places … it is a very spiritual place! You know they say ’’Seek and ye shall find’’ and you obviously have my dear. Wonderful image!
Jaybe replied
I have indeed Jen, and I can’t think of a better place for everything to ‘hit home’...Carcassonne will always hold a special place in my heart…Thanks my friend.
Phineous Cas...
awesome image and i gotta get me that book sounds like a great read =]
Jaybe replied
it’s an incredible book Igo…well worth a read my friend. Thanks for all your comments mate, I really appreciate them.
Angel Warda
wonderful….
Jaybe replied
Thankyou Angel…
Earthmonster
He is in harmony with his surroundings.
Jaybe replied
Absolutely, as was I….
syd baker
Such a fine story of finding or re-finding one’s path, it’s so freaking easy to get derailed, sometimes over and over, but as Alfred says in Batman Begins,” Why do we fall down?” ... :So we can learn to pick ourselves up.”
One of the MOST valuable things about this Red Bubble is the number of people I’ve met who help me remember to center, calm, refresh and realign my spirit, I never would have predicted such a thing in a million years!
Have a splendid holiday, new year looks bright if you look closely, drop by if you haven’t for a holiday greeting from Blue Man!!
(for me the book was Be Here Now, Baba Ram Das)
Jaybe replied
Hi Syd….I have a feeling that I’m going to become a huge Blue Man follower….can’t wait to go exploring in your gallery after seeing a glimpse just before. Thank you so much for your comments…and I’ll look for that book….;-)
syd baker
Best resource for me for old albums or books is Amazon.com! The Blue man numbered images are in order like a story, you’ll see why in the Blue Man calendar!
Jaybe replied
I collect books….I’m a complete bibliophile. AbeBooks is my favourite. I also live near to the largest secondhand bookstore in Europe…Barter Books….heaven….;-)
syd baker
I maintain a SciFi library of about 300, when they start overflowing onto counters and piling up on the tv, I make some tough decisions and cart a couple dozen to the local library, and everyone’s happy!
Wanda Lechene
very cool
gabryshak
i feel it
and i believe in that
when we yearn for the truth
and seek it with all our hearts
all our mind
and all of our spirit
and we search long enough for the answers
then one day
our path becomes illuminated
♥t
Jaybe replied
I think so too, in fact I know so….thankyou…
linda858100
LOVELY WORK YOU DO
Cora Wandel
Incredible work!
invisible
MAGIC !
Colleen Milburn
Beautiful image and wonderful story, Jaybe – I agree fully with the comments above of gabryshak – fabulous! :-))
Jaybe replied
Thanks so much Colleen – this is an image that I will treasure forever.
Vicki Ferrari
Wonderful photo and I am guessing that you were meant to be there or you wouldn’t have been! They say that when the student is ready the teacher appears! And there you were but are you the teacher or the student?! A motivational story to go with the motivational photo…. thank you for sharing this….
Jaybe replied
I think I certainly was meant to be there….teacher or student? I believe I’m both. Always willing to teach and forever learning…..x
Cora Wandel
Jaybe replied
Thanks so much Cora…when I get some time back I can’t wait to contribute to this group…..
Anne-Marie Bok...
Mary Campbell
Wow, an amazing picture and a transformational story.. So many people including myself get caught up in the material things of life, giving up spritual dimensions. I just saw this show on public tv about the evolution of civilazation and man out of Africa and into India and Pakastan and about the culture there. How it was developed and then destroyed.. it was quite interesting. This photo reminds me that there is so much in other cultures we do not understand, and even within each of us, dimensions we rarely touch.. Thanks for sharing it and congradulations on the well deserved feature.
woof
love and light to you and may you continue on this path. great photo and story. the divine
universe is always sending us messages.. and always at the right time so we see them with our minds and understand them with our hearts. :)
Karen Checca
Congratulations on your well-deserved feature! What wonderful words to go with this amazing shot. I don’t think what you said is corny at all. I’ve always believed everything happens for a reason…it’s up to us to understand why. :) Karen
shellbee
wow this is fab and what a touching story
Joanne Bradley
What a fantastic shot! And really a touching story! Good luck on finding your way back to you! You seem to be on the right path! Congrats on ImageWriting feature!
jwinman
enjoy the journey…
Sharon Mau
It is a wonderful and fascinating commentary, I enjoy your story, mahalo for describing your spiritual journey. This is a fascinating image!
BettinaSchwarz
nothing corny, sweetie! ... in life there is no such thing as co-incidence … everything always happens in precisely the right way at precisely the right time because the moment is perfect for that exact occurrence …
paths converge and meetings transpire … because these are the things we chose … yes, we chose what we engage in. We chose fresh, every single moment anew! And even those of us who refuse to chose, are choosing not to chose and so are living their choices too :)
lol … all of life a divining of perfection and experience :)
thank you for the sharing! xoxox
artywendy
I think this is Wonderfull.