by Kim Ort | Apr 14, 2016 | Books, Contemplation, Habits, Inspiration, People, Practices, Third Act
The word contemplation means to consider with attention and compassion what’s happening in the moment. I’ve always been a contemplative type (thoughtful and reflective) and am drawn to others who exemplify these same qualities, people like Thomas Merton,...
by Kim Ort | Mar 22, 2016 | Contemplation, Practices, Third Act
In the hero’s journey, the third act is when the hero returns home, changed by the adventure of life. The third act in a narrative, whether on film or in a book, is the falling action, where there is some kind of resolution and loose ends are tied up. In life,...
by Kim Ort | Dec 30, 2015 | Contemplation, Photography, Practices, Visual Journalling, Workshops
Do you have favourite walks? Or memories from particular walks? In an article from The New York Times, Walking New York, readers share memories and stories from their favourite walks. This inspired me to write about one of my walks and the exercise is a good...
