I took my refuge vows more than 10 years ago (yikes). And the name I received was Powerful Woman of Happiness (Dekyi Wangmo). Which at the time, seemed not at all who I was. But I am now. Kind of magical.
Naming is a real shift and becoming is always how we are. When I received my Dharma name it felt so strange and yet so right. I had waited a long time for a name for myself that was to be my essence name. This was in 2007 and I loved reading your beautiful heart story. Thank you for this writing in such sincere honesty that had me smiling while reading your thoughts. So human and real. Go well and much happiness always in love.
Yes, it's been a wild and beautiful shift. I love the idea of an essence name! Thank you for reading, sharing, and for your words. All my best to you, too, and thank you for being here :)
I started reading this in the waiting room for my annual Mammogram, and now I’m outside the doctor’s office under a tree in the sun because I just couldn’t get back in the car without finishing. Your words are so beautiful. They always capture me and pull me along on your journey. This one is pure delight. I’m so happy for you. I hope you do hang your flags xx
Oh I'm so happy I could keep you company on this day of all days. I hope both the tree and my tiny tale brought some comfort and laughs. Hanging my flags! Much love xx
A beautiful post-thank you. I was reminded of receiving my mantra after finishing a Transcendental Meditation course way back in the 70's and to this day the silent sound comforts me.
I took my refuge vows more than 10 years ago (yikes). And the name I received was Powerful Woman of Happiness (Dekyi Wangmo). Which at the time, seemed not at all who I was. But I am now. Kind of magical.
Magical indeed! Thank you for sharing, and I love your name. :)
Like the Hogwarts Sorting Hat
Naming is a real shift and becoming is always how we are. When I received my Dharma name it felt so strange and yet so right. I had waited a long time for a name for myself that was to be my essence name. This was in 2007 and I loved reading your beautiful heart story. Thank you for this writing in such sincere honesty that had me smiling while reading your thoughts. So human and real. Go well and much happiness always in love.
Yes, it's been a wild and beautiful shift. I love the idea of an essence name! Thank you for reading, sharing, and for your words. All my best to you, too, and thank you for being here :)
I started reading this in the waiting room for my annual Mammogram, and now I’m outside the doctor’s office under a tree in the sun because I just couldn’t get back in the car without finishing. Your words are so beautiful. They always capture me and pull me along on your journey. This one is pure delight. I’m so happy for you. I hope you do hang your flags xx
Oh I'm so happy I could keep you company on this day of all days. I hope both the tree and my tiny tale brought some comfort and laughs. Hanging my flags! Much love xx
Beautiful and you look beautiful in your portrait. Peaceful x
Thank you :)
A beautiful post-thank you. I was reminded of receiving my mantra after finishing a Transcendental Meditation course way back in the 70's and to this day the silent sound comforts me.
Yes, thank you for sharing! That must have been a wonderful moment :)
Tepa Paden! Love you !
She loves you back! Ha!