This miracle of being allowed to release so much pent-up work is impossible to describe, but it is fostering an incredible change within me. The publication of my novels as ebooks through Smashwords.com and the postings on this blog of so many bits from my archives are allowing me to enter a period of reduction – something I’m calling “decollecting,” when it comes to my books, recordings, manuscripts, extra clothing, and other assemblies. What I’m also finding is an opening to rethink almost everything and, like the layers of an onion being stripped away, of finding myself willing to rely on fewer and fewer answers … and more and more questions. Add to that a growing sense of wonder, in many cases, or of futility and cynicism, when looking at so many of the political and economic policies being followed blindly.
What I am accepting is that I require less and less material support. Maybe it’s the renunciation in my yogic past finally kicking in, or maybe it’s the tightened focus on what remains before me.
One thing I know as I view the trail markers before me: I’m not ready to kick back, for certain. Let’s see where this goes.
Seems like you’ve been prompted to do some “spring cleaning” 🙂 isn’t it exciting and refreshing? I too have felt a sense of renewal, energizing, move to unclutter myself of things. I like it.
Decollecting: I find myself doing some of that these days as well. A worthwhile undertaking, and one I need to pursue more diligently.
Best wishes on your streamlining of things and thoughts. My goal was never to own more than I could carry on my ten speed. I hope you are more successful than I have been. Also thanks for the award.