Comments on: A Rushing River is The Ultimate Metaphor For a Wise Life

By: leannelicious

leannelicious — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:16:15 +0000

hello there,
thanks for blogging this…i badly need inspiration now bec of the losses I’ve incurred lately. Im undergoing rough change and it’s good to know the wisdom of the river.

I love these lines: “No matter what obstacle comes my way, be it mental, be it physical, I’m going to direct my flow in the direction I want it to go.”

We all can take away great wisdom from the river. It personifies the truth that moving while challenged is at the core of what wisdom really is.
xx
leannelicious

By: Alma

Alma — Tue, 25 May 2010 22:17:29 +0000

…. the 1000s of miles I’ve walked, the years I’ve searched and asked for the clarification(s) you’ve given here… But it is here with me now! Thank you, and thank you again.

By: S.Srinivasan

S.Srinivasan — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:51:59 +0000

Your profound thought are good ones, but your thoughts are in our vedas (Indian scriptures) . If you want to enjoy the literary work of our ancient rishis (Seers) you try to learn Sanskrit. If you master Sanskrit, you can really enjoy every slokas with admiration and I hope you will definitely appreciate their choice of words understanding of Mother Nature.

By: Bamboo Forest

Bamboo Forest — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:58:06 +0000

@ Loveblug: Your assessment is hilarious. Made me laugh.

While you’re right that the tone of this blog is pretty laid back and quirky, my intent for this post was actually for it to be inspirational. Though I like your take on it! LOL

By: LoveBlug

LoveBlug — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:51:48 +0000

Is it just me, or do all of these commenters take this post way too seriously given the tone (and NAME) of this blog? I thought this was a HILARIOUS post, and it was pitch perfect for poking fun at the “enlightened” while masquerading as an enlightened post. Bullies making fun of the river, I love it! Hahaha, keep it up.

Derek

P.S. Livestrong was the downfall of NuHabits.

By: Bamboo Forest

Bamboo Forest — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:22:07 +0000

@ Ruchi: Thank you. At sunset, I can see it being particularly special.

@ BC Doan: Yeah, water in general does seem to accomplish that, good point. And thanks for the good words.

By: BC Doan

BC Doan — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:09:23 +0000

I like being near the water: river, lake, and ocean. It calms down my inner thoughts..Love this post, Bamboo!

By: Ruchi

Ruchi — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:02:32 +0000

Hi….Just awesome ….very thoughtful. I love to sit near river , especially at the time of sunset. The sounds really relax me and i can just with me that time

By: Bamboo Forest

Bamboo Forest — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:24:15 +0000

@ Patti: I’m glad you enjoyed it.

@ Barbara: Heh, Yes! I am also known as ‘River Man’!

That is one of my favorite lines likewise. Thank you. I strive to write well.

@ Sara: Glad you enjoyed it. Definitely, persistence is the most powerful force in the universe. Thanks.

By: Sara at On Simplicity

Sara at On Simplicity — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:37:53 +0000

This was great. Your idea that persistent, unwavering action toward a goal is most effective (and even calming, like Ryan mentioned) is certainly persuasive. Stumbled!