The Art of Coming Alive: A Journey Towards Self-Discovery

From the moment we wake up to the time we lay our heads down to sleep, we are constantly engaged in the act of living. But how often do we pause to ask ourselves, "What makes me come alive?"

At the age of 21, I found myself immersed in a period of deep contemplation. Amidst the tranquility of my daily meditation sessions, a question wandered into my consciousness - "What makes me come alive?" This question became a beacon, guiding me towards moments of joy, engagement, and genuine aliveness.

I realized that there were times when I was merely existing, like a zombie, going through the motions without truly experiencing the beauty of life. I was alive, but not enlivened. I was part of creation, but I wasn't creating. This realization was a wake-up call.

My quest for aliveness led me to music. In the rhythm and melodies, I found a piece of myself that was truly alive. Music wasn't just something I did; it was a part of who I was. It was a small sample of life where every note, every beat, every lyric was a testament to my aliveness.

The more I pursued these life-giving experiences, the more I discovered myself. I found that my joy was infectious, my passion was inspiring, and my aliveness was a gift to those around me. Even when my music fell on deaf ears, the joy it brought me was ineffable. Like nature, it was generative.

Now, I make it a practice to live in my joy and to continually ask myself those profound questions. Where do I come alive? When do I come alive? Around whom do I come alive? How do I come alive? These questions serve as a compass, guiding me towards the impact I am meant to bring into this world.

I come alive when I am in service. I come alive when I entertain. I come alive when I have my freedom. I come alive when I am respected. I come alive when I am around people who are alive.

I invite you to join me on this journey of self-discovery. Ask yourself, "What makes me come alive?" You might be surprised by what you find.

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