Retreat
“In order to understand the world, one has to turn away from it on occasion.”
My first memory of this word in in relation to war. I remember watching some war film and the army had to retreat. And so, initially, I connected this term to a feeling of loss. For some reason, because of some lack in strength or ability or favorable position, a retreat was necessary and the humiliating pulling away inevitable.
Today, thankfully, when I think of the word, while I still recall this earlier definition of course, I also think of a time of self care. A time to disconnect from the push and pull of society and to reconnect with myself. In the quote I’ve chosen for today, Camus writes of how understanding the world requires a retreat - and I agree - but also, I add - a retreat is also helpful in understanding the world within. And so - with all of this in mind - my intention as a set out on this day will be to mindfully retreat.
Bullet Journalling connection.
Questions:
Do you have more positive of negative connotations of the word retreat?
When you retreat, where is your safest sanctuary?
Do you plan your retreats, or do they just happen?
What can I learn from retreat?
Gratitude:
I am so thankful for my ability to retreat and for all of the retreats I have experienced. I am thankful for the time I take to regroup and regather. Today, I will intentionally disconnect to reconnect.
Blessings
Thank you for joining me today! I hope you have a beautiful rest of your day! Please leave a comment below. I would like to know your thoughts on this word: retreat. Namaste!