There is a story of sherpas who guide people to the Himalayan summit. They encourage, push and pace their climbers, but then they will suddenly st op climbing and put down their equipment. Puzzled Westerners, accustomed to pushing onward until the goal is reached, will ask: “Why have we stopped?” The sherpas reply: “We’ve come very far today; we need to give our souls time to catch up with us.”

Reflective Questions:

When and where do I stop to rest?

When I stop, what does my Soul say to me about my life and work at this time?