An article from the Daily Om by Madisyn Taylor ~ After reading this article I did find many truths in that our human nature is drawn to find the tribe that feels comfortable and nurturing ~ But at the same time it did bring some questions to mind .. such as the desire for acceptance~ Might seeking a personal and authentic identiity conflict with these desires for acceptance and comfort within a tribe at times? But it is a blessing to find such a place that embraces the heart ~ Here is the article to share ~ Shanti shanti ~
We all desire to find our tribe, a community of those that feel comfortable to us and nurture our journey.
Part of being human is the search for an individual identity. Bound to this strong need to establish a unique persona, however, is an equally intense desire for acceptance. It is when we find our individual tribes that both are satisfied. Our tribe members are those people who accept us as we are without reservation and gladly accompany us on our journeys of evolution. Among them, we feel free to be our imperfect selves, to engage unabashedly in the activities we enjoy, and to express our vulnerabilities by relying on our tribe for support. We feel comfortable investing our time and energy in the members of our tribe, and are equally comfortable allowing them to invest their resources in our development.
The individuals who eventually become members of your unique tribe are out there in the wide world waiting for you. You are destined to find them, one by one, as you move through life. Sometimes your own efforts will put you in contact with your future tribe members. At other times, circumstances beyond your control will play a role in helping you connect with your tribe. If you look about you and discover that you are already allied with a wonderful and supportive tribe, remember that there are likely many members of your tribe you have not yet met. On the other hand, if you feel you are still living outside of your tribe, broadening your horizons can help you find your tribe members.
However your life develops after you come together with your tribe, you can be assured that its members will stand at your side. On the surface, your tribe may seem to be nothing more than a loose-knit group of friends and acquaintances to whom you ally yourself. Yet when you look deeper, you will discover that your tribe grounds you and provides you with a sense of community that ultimately fulfills many of your most basic human needs.
A beautiful article touching upon the aspects of humanity and its quest to belong….yet people strive for individualism….quite a dichotomy!
I feel, as we see time and time again — our modern society focuses so much on individualism…our own freedom of expression and persona….While its definitely a part of being human….in today’s times many have lost touch with what it really means…breeding things such as narcissism and self-importance….We have become a society so egocentric….it has gone past the point of “discovering your individualism” –
We must realize, that…we all need each other…to belong – not separate each other w/ the barrier of egoism….Once, people genuinely understand that – we can connect with others…and see afterall..that we all share the same things, although in different ways….We draw close to others who share our beliefs, our wishes…our feelings…and make our “tribes” – close-knit bonds that will be there when we need them the most…our little community…
I feel here on D.E. – we all share that sense of community…as we shares our stories, thoughts and more…
Thanks for sharing Coralinni!