envelopment
Posted by Allison Mack | Filed under Blog
Have you ever had a day where you feel completely immersed in your life? You feel totally overwhelmed by the beauty of your experience you want to celebrate life with every fiber of your soul? Well, today was a day of this; Submerging myself in the truth and beauty of the world around me.
Spectacular, this humanity!
Ever feel that? I hope so.
xo
allison
57 Responses to “envelopment”
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Vanessa (spain) Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 12:53 amNot just a day, but whole weeks feeling that way!
It´s amazing how different your life can feel when you focus in all the good things around you, and everything seems to be perfect… And I know that feeling will pass and at some point I will feel blue, but when I feel blue I know what I have to do if I want to feel that way again. All I have to do it´s let it go and enjoy the present.
There´s always something good in our lives, the problem is how often we forget about it! -
anon. Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 2:09 amgood to see you posting again
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Puffy Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 2:13 am“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” Howard Thurman
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Avitable Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 4:26 amI’m usually annoyed at the general stupidity of humanity, so no. You make it seem nice, though.
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Ross UK Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 4:30 amI’m sad to say I haven’t felt that way in a long time. The closest I’ve come is when a day comes that I’m able to feel such focus that I can accomplish anything and I get so much done that needed doing. At the end of the day I feel a real sense of satisfaction, and it contrasts vividly with those days that you work really hard but at the end of the day you find yourself asking “What have I actually accomplished today?” It’s a great feeling when you can sense things coming together and your goals are in reach.
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natacha Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 4:51 amI felt that on monday, when I got the call from the university to inform me that I could go in! Also the day when I found 5 clover mit 4 leaves and this wonderful week-end when 2 of my friends came to Germany just to see me
(I apologize for my English, my mother tongue is French and I’m in Germany so it’s quite hard to speak my best English ^^) -
David Hayes Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 5:19 amNo.
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David Hayes Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 5:36 amI will admit to having moments whenI felt like that — triggered by wonderful music or the successful completion of some major undertaking.
And I can say that I only have but one major regret in my life — my birth.
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Aziza Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 6:18 amyeah, sometimes. It’s like you’re sailing, steering your own ship. Good wind, clear blue skies, then you hit a rock. haha.
Happy moments- blogging and getting feedback. Checking out this site. Writing poems. Planning my first novel . Being in front of an audience (strangely that is a happy moment for me- though I’m always nervous at first but breathing helps), relaxing on the sofa in Rituals with my chocolate mint chiller with some dark chocolate, watching Smallville, being introduced to a band that I think fucking rocks as though I were listening to them all my life. (band at the moment: VAST)
Tutorial presenation today- wish me luck guys. Topic- Fate.
I need a vacation.
One good thing this week- my friend’s birthday- she’s turning 21 this year- Yay for her. -
Aziza Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 6:20 amgosh- I need to watch what I write- *presentation*
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Brittany Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 6:20 amHello Allison. I think I’ve definetly felt that before. It’s a great sensation and sometimes I feel invincible. Honestly, I need to start focusing on the positive in my life, and to get my head straight in situations that I loose complete control of. Then I think I’ll be able to regain those moments of true happiness.
Have a great day!
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Sally Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 7:31 amI felt that way from time to time. It is a wonderful feeling. That’s great thatyour feeling that way after you felt like you fell in a hole. Those are the best moments when you get out of the mess and chaos and negetive sad parts of life and are awaken to the beauty of life.
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Lydia Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 7:39 amYes, I know the feeling:-)
I believe that life is beautiful and that it is a precious gift , not to be taken for granted but, treasured.
A positive and grateful attitude makes every day more beautiful and carries me through the not-so-good-days. It is all part of the journey, I learn and come out of it stronger.The simplest of things can bring me amazing joy and inner happiness.
I’m happy for you that you felt so wonderfully good and, thanks for sharing.
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arash Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 7:55 amThe fact that the beauty is not in what we see but in how WE perceive that object makes happiness independent of outside world.
Some days I truly experience that, other days I just refuse to take my medication. -
MarilyneL Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 8:02 amAbsolutely!
More and more often I would say…every little detail, coincidence, laugh, joy makes me think about the luck I have and how special life is: it’s amazing! That last time was by a beach, alright: cold Quebec April wind hehe, but..: staring at the stars for an hour!…so inspiring and refreshing that you just can’t think about anything else but the present moment. ^^
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Jesse Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 8:14 amHi Allison
I guess I usually do that with museums and the architecture just letting go. To be immersed in the surroundings. I find myself doing so with I guess spiritual things a lot, feeling a oneness with them (Jesus, Mary). But that might however, take you out of the world. But it’s a great feeling to being immersed in something you love uammm
-jesse
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Karen Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 8:22 amI feel that way every day, when I look at my two children…it is over whelming at times.
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Jennifer Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 8:50 amHi Allison
Yes I’ve felt this way from time to time. Just last week in fact.
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Robin Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 9:07 amEvery once and a while I allow myself have days like that, but not as often as I should do.
More often than not I get caught up it becoming irritated, annoyed, worried about such unimportant trivial issues of day to day events.
Although, even on those darker days I still try to grab a moment or two (no matter how silly), be it a sunrise, listening to the birds singing or throwing a stick with my dog, saying hello to someone new,laughing with friends…I guess we should all take in more and treasure these moments , as each one is unique and will never come again. -
Smallvillekent Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 9:31 amYes I have days like that. I could use a few more. Allison your website always brings me happiness!
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jennygirl Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 10:14 amI usually feel that at Disneyland! Or when one of my kids learned to ride a bike…or when they learned to swim. Such a wonderful feeling of in the moment is hard to top!
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Medina Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 10:43 amsometimes
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Dream_Walker Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 10:50 amWell i find humanity fascinating, it has so many ways it stands out such a shame some people see it as weakness, i believe if mankind is to survive it will be through humanity and humanity should be our legacy for others to see and learn… Stay human – its a beautiful world indeed, just gotta open ur eyes and be willing do see
DW
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Amanda N. Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 11:32 amI particularly felt like that last Friday.I had the most joyous day,where everything was going right.It was a day where my weeks of hard work truly paid off.I was glad to be alive,and ever since that I have been a bit more optimistic about approaching things.Thanks for the nice thoughts you gave me to reflect on.
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Netra Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 11:40 amSometimes……..I will be in the day to day grind of it all most of the time….but then some days I feel like I love everything, and everyone so much that my heart is not big enough and it is going to explode sticky adoration all over everything….I love those days…they make it feel like life is worth it!!! All of the struggle that you have to go through to get to THAT day makes you want to savor every little delicious nuance of it….I am happy that you are so happy…..wishing you more exultant days to come!!!!
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Rachel531 Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 11:42 amHi Allison – Good to hear from you again! Yes, I often feel that sense of urgency that if I don’t do it now that I will never get that same chance, that same opportunity again. What if I get 5 things thrown at me at the same time..then I am forever the optimist and think “I can juggle it all…I’ve done it before, I can do it again, and my life will be that much fuller.” I go down that path, until something outside of my own brain says otherwise…whether it’s my body, the clock, or another person’s feelings. But that’s just how I am and I haven’t changed it…. my husband thinks I’m crazy at times, but I think of myself as living to my fullest potential!
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Krystal Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 12:02 pmI have had this feeling SO many times in my life. It is hard to narrow it down. I think that I am just so naturally inspired by humanity and “life” that I get overwhelmed frequently.
I feel like that sometimes when my band student’s are having a really amazing performance. I will be mid-conducting and become so overwhelmed with the music that is pouring from our collective efforts. My students are between the ages of 11-14, but the music that they can create transcends any inmaturity in the group and just speaks to the soul. Being in the middle of that, having any part of it makes me feel totally alive!
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william Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 12:07 pmunfortunately i have not felt this lately. I think the condition of today’s society is kinda bearing down on my mood. It’s hard for me to feel a feeling that substantial when i look around and am reminded that the world is in crisis.
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Jade Ruby Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 12:31 pmI’ve had a few days like that now and then. I remember this one moment though, I was alone at work and just happen to look out the window at a sunset. Then and there, I was struck by the total beauty of my life and everything. The room just faded away, and there was just me and the sun. It just took my breath away. It was a moment of clarity.
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Aziza Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 12:39 pmAnd the Joker said
“Why so serious?”
Smile people! It’s a really good day (Unforgivably hot, but good). -
Joe Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 1:45 pmAwesommmme
Happy for you!oh yeah..
more & more often now-a-days. ^_^ I think you might have just helped quite a few people to experience or re-experience (thru memory) that by sharing your experience
Thanks for sharing indeed.
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Tiff Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 1:50 pmCouldn’t agree more! I love knowing that people are taking time out to appreciate the beauty of life. I think if you choose to ignore all of the wonderful things around you, then eventually you’ll be without the beauty completely.
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Brittany Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 1:58 pmAziza, let’s just hope their aren’t any knifes included to make people smile:P.
Britt -
Aziza Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 2:48 pmomg, lol
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Tim McGee Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 3:34 pmI’ve had that feeling before Miss Mack. The elongated rush of life and adrenaline in your system that makes you feel like you can do anything but stand still. It’s truly a beautiful thing.
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WhitneyC Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 4:35 pmI wish I could say that I’ve had a day (or week, or month) like that recently but I don’t think I’ve felt quite that way about life since I was 17 and in love back in the earlier part of this decade! That’s not to say I don’t look for that sort of outlook again- it’s just harder now sans all the naivety of childhood is all!
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Jimmy Valentime Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 4:43 pmAlly !
Where have you been?
It feels like you been gone forever
Hope things are going well at work and in life…
My rush is when I cut songs in the studio
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Jimmy Valentime Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 4:45 pm:::waits to hear you sing again:::
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Gus Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 5:05 pmthank you. i needed this.
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Beth Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 5:19 pmLately I have been feeling particularly happy. In fact, you are the one who’s given me inspiration to be happier than I thought I could be and to enjoy my life and take more risks in the world.
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Beth Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 5:21 pm…and also to have the guts to write that on this site.
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Beth Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 5:22 pmI love you Ally! Thankyou…
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Rita Gabriela Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 6:39 pmHi Allison!!! Good see you posting again
Oh..i`m feel good when i`m around of my friends, my family… i love them!!!
I hope you accept in your page of ¨you tube¨ and in ¨my space¨…
thanks for post… thanks for your attention
Xo
Rita-Brazil
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Shane Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 8:42 pmYeah i know the feeling wish that i had it right now but i dont kind of have the opposite
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Dr Izumo Zorc Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 8:42 pmI find it difficult to enjoy life when you’re majorly sleep deprived due to nightmares about the apocalypse.
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BOUROUX Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 9:03 pmHi Allison.
I am glad for you.
This is the reward for all the efforts you have made in recent months. You deserve it.For me the recipe for the perfect day includes the following elements.
-Focus on the positive elements of the day.
-Do not try to solve all the problems of the world.
-Have positive feedback
-Being surrounded by happy people
-Enjoy the simple things
-Being patient
-Do not have big decisions to takeThanks for sharing with us this feeling.
Good night
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Veronica Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 9:06 pmhaha actually I don’t just feel like that one day I have felt like that this whole month, but I feel more overwhelmed then anything else especially since I just started college it’s a bit scary lol
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thomas Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 9:14 pmLovingkindness and beauty forever.
Bless you and all your loved ones. -
The Friday Philosopher! Says:
April 23rd, 2009 at 1:53 amI never knew this feeling during my more selfish days, but luckily they’re over with now. I still remember the first time I felt that way, I was asked to help somebody who was having financial difficulties. I didn’t understand what I could do to help as I had no money myself at the time, and then someone told me something that changed my whole view on life.
“If you have much, give of your wealth; if you have little, give of your heart.”
These words have been stuck in my mind ever since! When I look back now, It’s sad to say, but it had never occurred to me that my time and experience could be more valuable than money!
Glad your back!
Friday
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Silvia Says:
April 23rd, 2009 at 3:05 amHi Allison,
“Have you ever had a day where you feel completely immersed in your life?”
– No, but I wish I’ve had. I’m sorry, but I can’t tell you more for it’s too private to put it on the web.
…Well, a faithful heart makes wishes come true. So I hope that one day I’ll be able to answer this question with “Yes!”.
Best wishes
Silvia -
Martha Says:
April 23rd, 2009 at 7:12 amFrom the first moment that I hold my first baby in my arms I have not stopped feeling in the same way. Before this magical day, I used to have some of these moments full of feeling but not so frequent that. In my point of view that have a unique Name True-simple and Pure LOVE..
I am glad for you; I wish you have more of this kind of days with more frequencyp.s: sorry if my English is terrible I am not English speaker
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william Says:
April 23rd, 2009 at 8:24 amI have felt like that before allison. on days where everything just seems to go right. even more so when I’m with friends. you just look around, think about yourself and the world, and life’s great!
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ZainR Says:
April 23rd, 2009 at 6:38 pmI have felt that before. A year and seven days ago (I still remember when), after I had such a good afternoon with my friends I went home and I was listening to music on the radio and I was hearing so many good songs on the radio and I was feeling the same way you were feeling today Allison. Unfortunately, I also remember that on this day has been five years since my parents divorce…
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Karen Says:
April 24th, 2009 at 10:45 amThose kind of days are the best! It feels like you’re fully alive.
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Delon Says:
April 25th, 2009 at 2:33 amMy friends and family amaze me. People have come and gone, but our time together shapes me into who I am, who I will become. My Mom is the best. She is awesome, and I wish I was like her in many ways.
One recent experience was driving to my meet my best friend one night. It started raining very hard, but I enjoyed it. I got to enjoy hearing the rain pounded on the roof of the car. Watching the lightning light up the sky so brightly. Listening to some great music on the radio.
For some reason, that 40 minute drive was remarkable to me. Like the storm was an example of how powerful the world can be. I’ll never forget it.
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Ruthie Says:
April 27th, 2009 at 2:32 pmYes!! Those are the best kind of days, the ones you want to learn to live everyday. And if not everyday, at least we can take this amazingly interesting human experience and learn like crazy from it. yeah. let’s do that, too.
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Irene Says:
April 30th, 2009 at 7:25 pmI feel that way in the mornings! When I step outside and it’s fresh (crisp, cool and breezy), I take a pause and look around and listen to the variety of types of birds communicating and I watch the trees sway in agreement. I can’t help but to smile back at the rising sun and say hello to the clouds of witness to such a beautiful day!
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