Into the deep- Part 1

Enjoying the view is great, but I need something more.

I love the ocean, looking at it makes me feel at peace... but getting in the water is another thing. It fills me with a bit of fear.

When I was a child, I remember swimming in the ocean and suddenly feeling these strange soft formations all around me.
My over active imagination straight away went to dead people’s floating heads (I know, gross and morbid) only to find that I was swimming amongst an enormous school of jellyfish. I swam to the shore at lightening speed, totally shocked by what just happened.

Even though I’ve been in the ocean a few times since, I certainly haven’t wanted to swim where it gets deep.

It makes me think, I’ve been enjoying the view, but not embracing the full experience of the ocean.

To be honest, being fully immersed in something can be a bit scary. There are some unknowns and elements you can’t control.

I think this can mirror our inner world as well. Our belief or experience can dictate whether we fully immerse ourselves in what is in front us, or just sit on the side.

Enjoying the view is great, but for me, I need something more. I think I am drawn to painting water and blues at times to remind me of the deeper waters that call to me.

More thoughts soon.

Peace & Love.