As I lingered over the photos in this Nature Gallery, I became fascinated by how many of the exquisite details in these scenes of nature have the power to shift my perception in intriguing ways. For example, when I focus on the delicacy of the butterfly’s wings, I can also recognize that the leaves of grass all around the butterfly suddenly look remarkably sturdy—in contrast. And when I turn my attention to the glorious photos of clouds as they parade and waltz across the sky, I notice that they make the trees below look almost tiny—in comparison. It’s as if Mother Nature is teaching me that there is always more to discover if I simply take the time to keep her company and pay close attention.
Illinois, United States
When I long for a touch of exquisiteness, I visit the Images of Nature gallery. This time, after reading the instructions, I decided to focus on “Take your time as you view the gallery.” I decided to allow myself time to fully imbibe each image and see what happened.
One by one, I absorbed the photos. Each one evoked gentle feelings within me. I became immersed in sensations like tenderness, expansiveness, and stillness. An overall feeling of deep, sweet joy seeped into my being.
I gratefully relish this experience in timelessness, focus, and stillness, which leads me to exquisite inner joy.
Oregon, United States