Rules of Life

Those who know me know I'm not big on rules-- which not ironically is part of my present predicament! And the "Peaceful Warrior" flik I wrote about yesterday isn't big on rules, either. I mean, it is clearly about discipline and insight and dedication and has a jillion one-liners that go right to the heart of the matter. But in one short scene (I get the feeling it was edited...), the mentor and the student are having this exchange, and the student repeats back to the mentor the following Three Rules for Living:

1) Paradox: Life is a mystery; don't try to figure it all out.

2) Humor: Keep a sense of humor, especially about yourself; it is a strength beyond all measure.

3) Change: Nothing stays the same! [Thus, I'm guessing, why should we try so hard to stay the same?]

Oh, and just one insight (that I can remember): There are no "ordinary" moments!

May your day be filled with out-of-the-ordinary moments! And may you be aware enough to appreciate them...

Blessings!