Sunday Gathering: The Yes Within Us

What makes you glad to be alive? And how freely do you let yourself enjoy it?

Some of us grew up learning that pleasure was dangerous. Our bodies needed to be controlled and our desires questioned. After all, too much enjoyment could pull us away from God. Even after our beliefs have changed, some of that suspicion may remain. It can take a long time to stop feeling guilty about enjoying your own life.

This week, we’ll consider the role of joy, pleasure, and desire in a good life. What happens when we let ourselves enjoy a delicious meal, get excited about something we love, or make time for something simply because it feels good? What might we learn if we listened more closely to the things we want?

This week’s talk is an invitation to savor ordinary pleasures, take our desires seriously, and give the “yes” within us room to breathe.

Music: Dee Sutton            Meditation: Abby Black