Thanks are in order

A lesson struck a chord with me today. “Take what I need not what I want” by Present Valley got me appreciating what life gives me, simple as it is. Sure, I’d like more, but I know it usually amounts to just bells and whistles I can live without. Thanks to this simple lesson, I’m settling into having less. Hard to explain, but for the moment I feel liberated.

As I scrolled through more lessons, I read “Heartfelt harmony and Jane Fondue” by Fort Biblio. If you haven’t visited this city, check it out. The city founder’s a mysterious librarian and walking encyclopedia who shares bits of ancient knowledge with a lighthearted sense of humor. Every lesson gives me something I can apply to my day-to-day concerns and conversations. I don’t know who the librarian is, but I know it’s a woman. The handkerchief at the wedding was a dead giveaway.

Then, I read “Someone wants what you have” by Sanatana. I feel like a lightening bolt struck this city because every lesson seems to be directed at me. This one reminded me to stop overlooking what I have or taking things for granted. She reminded me there’s folks out there who wish they had what I have. It made me want to give some stuff away so someone who needs it could have it. So I’m pledging to add something to the recycle bin later today.

This all got me thinking about this platform. There’s great writing and ideas that sink in and shift my thinking. And I notice there are no ads, no paywalls, no membership fees, I can even read stuff without logging in. It’s like I’m free to roam around and graze on good stuff like a cow in an open pasture. I leave feeling full and energized.

Some time back, I read a lesson from Well Street that talked about not dismissing the nudge. I thought about it while wondering why everything is free on Youtropolis. Then I got the nudge to thank them for their service.

After searching around, I discovered Youtropolis would welcome a donation from me, and directed me to follow the “help us grow” link. In return, I get a cool donor badge on my city. So that’s my additional pledge. I’m following the nudge and will make a donation tomorrow. Anyone want to join me?