The Path of Least Resistance

36 thoughts on “The Path of Least Resistance”

1. Deep and spiritual- applying the imagery of the running water against the stepping stones so gracefully, but acknowledging the balance needed in order for this to happen. ‘balance’…..everything needs balance….very nicely expressed poem!

2. Ahhh, as I go back to sleep, you give me gurgling water, and the thought that the Universe, unfolds as it should, always.

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3. Words and image both so meditative, Bren!

   This:

   “Denying the negative from taking up
   permanent residence
   and a reconciliation between
   heart and mind
   bringing order from chaos.”

   Should become my mantra!

   Well done!

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4. simple but filled with depth

5. so beautiful, but I especially like the last stanza

6. Our two primary needs for survival. . .air and water. We are the stones, worn smooth in storms. Conflicts.

7. That balance is vital. great words.

8. Often times we are the ones being resistant. I find it a real struggle to be as calm as those rocks in water or to be as accommodating as the water to the rocks at times. Love the picture and the poem. 🙂

9. Very nicely done. I really like the movement, especially in the first stanza, and how just off that stanza you bring up balance, and I instantly made the connection to the level tool, which uses liquid, which, when you find balance, the water is still. Very cool. Thanks

10. Denying the negative from taking up
    permanent residence…i think that’s a key point you touch here bren..beautifully penned..

11. Very hard to achieve though. k.

12. Love the serene feeling to this, it makes me feel calm just reading it!

13. I love the spirituality in this, yet it is down to earth and wise. When we’re out of balance chaos does have a window to come in and disrupt. Enjoyed reading this lovely poem.

14. Beautiful! Balance is so important!

15. for the past year, i have been at odds with the order from chaos stuff… until at last, i embraced it. what a lovely, meditative write!

16. I’ve fairly recently entered a period of life informed my mindfulness. I try to live for that moment, not looking behind at the ripples I’ve made, or even those made by other around me. I’m like one of those stones, along life to touch me yet pass quietly around me.

    Lovely piece, Bren! One to which I believe I relate. 🙂

    ~ j

17. “I can see clearly now that ultimately it’s all about balance.” This line was worthy of singling out, it’s so true.

18. Hello,

    Totally agree with this balance is the key to life then the soul can breathe.

19. Balance indeed is the way to attain a relative peace in relationship to so much that occurs in the world. Water is a great metaphor for this too, and the way you reflect on the way it brings balance is vivid. I wonder, however, whether sometimes that path of resistance in not necessary, especially in the face of injustice. Be that as it may, this set me to thinking, as you can tell! 🙂

20. See you on the path of least resistance 🙂 Love the opening stanza – it feelings effortless

21. Nicely said, and I agree!

22. Thank you, Bren … you are such a healer … I love you much … Always, cat.

23. The most difficult path to take – I’ve been reading about the importance of vulnerability in authentic living and this brought me another layer of clarity. Thank you, your poetry is a gift.

24. Beautiful write–so clear–For me, the line that speaks loudest–

    Denying the negative from taking up
    permanent residence

    or at least it speaks loudest to me today—

25. your thoughts are very zen today…love the contemplation of water as i think there is much wisdom there…and it is about balance…and knowing what to bind…and what to release…

26. harmony and balance — that would be nice — I am so out of whack now…water must be the answer…beach, lake…yes, that would be a cure…

27. “as the spirit, mind and body
    align once more reaching harmony”

    .A oneness of purpose brilliantly expressed, Bren! Great write!

    Hank

28. great job painting with your words….and you are so right – balance is the key…

29. balance – yes that’s what it’s all about and I thought it was doing the “Hokey-Pokey”…sorry couldn’t resist a little jest…I like the way your words flow and they truly do have a balance when you write…

30. Yep balance indeed, crap is always going to happen, have to deal with it and keep going.

31. I so love this poem – and philosophy. All about balance. And so wise, that you know the path of least resistance is the alignment of spirit, mind and body. Love the image too.

32. Its all about balance, I agree. Your words are serene to read.

    Happy day to you ~

33. Balance is definitely the key! We have to find a way to maintain it in our lives… Harmony is so important.

34. Superb image. A fitting accompaniment to the poem and its sentiments. A very fine post indeed.

35. This is a principle I follow.

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