Let Wisdom Come
Words of Wisdom. Short. Potent. Eternal.
Wisdom shows up …
When you are listening deeply.
In silence.
In nature.
In stillness.
In the gaze of someone who sees you clearly.
"The quieter you become, the more you can hear." — Ram Dass
Words of wisdom …
Never need much explanation.
Are shared in a sentence or just a few words.
Have no requirement for complex descriptions or discussion.
Are thoughtful and considered.
May ask you a question to ponder on.
Sharing wisdom is by invitation …
It’s never forced.
It’s non-judgmental.
Is calm and measured.
Is not time-limited.
Will sit with you eternally.
Receiving wisdom …
May be banked and drawn upon when required.
Wisdom asks nothing in return.
It doesn't demand attention.
It doesn't argue.
It simply is.
Cultivating wisdom …
Takes time and quiet attention.
Appears when we listen more than we speak.
Becomes stronger through reflection.
Is softened by compassion.
Deepens when we trust both ourselves and others.
"When the student is ready, the teacher will appear." — Buddhist Proverb
Let wisdom come …
Listen to your heart and soul.
Recall the words that stayed with you.
They’re still speaking.
A gentle invitation:
Take a few quiet moments. Step outside. Breathe deeply.
Listen—not for answers, but for what’s already within.
Let the wisdom you’ve gathered rise softly to the surface.
Perhaps write down one sentence that has stayed with you—one that continues to guide you. Let that be with you for a while.
Then, when the moment feels right, share it. It may be now or long into the future. In doing so, you gift ripples of wisdom.