At the dawn of Artificial Intelligence we have arrived at the philosophical singularity of the 21st century. For centuries, humanity defined itself by the maxim of Renรฉ Descartes: Cogito, ergo sum (โI think, therefore I amโ). We believed our โSpecial Sauceโ was our ability to calculate, to write poetry, to strategize, to analyze data. But... Continue Reading →
The Lake Moment: My Mini-Stroke
In August 2024 , by the quiet of a lake, my world momentarily stuttered . It wasn't a dramatic, lights-out event, but something more subtle and, perhaps, more profound: a mini-stroke. While the physical effects were relatively minor, the experience left me with a puzzle that has resonated deeply with my understanding of who and... Continue Reading →
Becoming Whole: My Journey to Authenticity
Shifting Focus: from external goals and achievements to the inner journey of walking with the Holy Spirit. Five years ago, a profound shift occurred within meโthe centre of gravity in my life moved to "the journey." The journey is a conscious walk with God the Holy Spirit as my active companion, guide, teacher, and helper.... Continue Reading →
You are not afraid, you experience fear.
You are not afraid, you experience fear.You are not sad. You experience sadness.You are not angry. You experience anger.You are not traumatised. You experience trauma.You are not ashamed. You experience shame. This is not said to deny the reality of your circumstances, but to offer you a doorway to healing and freedom. Use the fearUse... Continue Reading →
Reality check
At some point in our journey, we all encounter a reality check. Your life, provision, source, and substance do not come from the world you perceive through your five senses. For some, it's a quiet nudge or a niggling question: 'Surely there's more to life than this?' For others, it comes as a full-blown, life-altering... Continue Reading →
Mondays, Doubts, and Divine Reminders.
Many of us, myself included, experience the internal tension of being both divine essence and human. I've accepted this profound truth, yet navigating its consequences can still be a challenge. Some days I'm energized, focused, and clear. Others, doubt and daily worries cloud my mind. Yet, I'm deeply convinced of this journey's authenticity and the... Continue Reading →
No accidental encounters.
The divine and miraculous stare us in the face every day, if only we allow them to manifest. There are no chance meetings or accidental encounters. God is present in every face-to-face, every encounter, and every conversation you have today. However, God's presence is often missed, clouded by the noise and filters of our own... Continue Reading →
Beyond the Wounds: Reclaiming Purpose and Identity
Trauma weaves itself into the fabric of our lives, shaping us in ways both subtle and profound. Have you ever wondered how the unseen wounds of the past might still influence your present? A couple of years ago, I spent quite a lot of time looking at a photograph of my 2-year-old self. I made... Continue Reading →
Impregnable – the power of stories.
Narratives, once they take root, become strongholds within our minds. It matters little whether the foundation of that story is truth or falsehood. We align our perceptions and experiences with the story, and it colors our entire reality. If I tell myself you are my enemy, nothing you say or do will ever register as... Continue Reading →
#WhoThisIsFor
Welcome to afishoutofwater.blog To my fellow travelers, the quietly unraveling, the beautifully undoneโthis space was made with you in mind. You know who this is for? Itโs for the one quietly unraveling in a world that only rewards certainty. The one who feels like they lost the map, only to discover it never quite fit... Continue Reading →
That is not love.
โ If they truly love and care for you, your happiness will be more important to them than your conformity to their preferences and expectations. Stop living for the approval of those whose primary interest is not your happiness and bliss. Recognize that they value your conformitymore than your happiness.That is not love or care;it... Continue Reading →
Are you living inside your head?
Living too much in my head wasn't serving me. Back in 2016, I realized there must be a better, more authentic way to understand reality than through the constant chatter of my mind. I longed for a deeper connection โ with myself, the world, and something greater. I asked God, the Universe, the Holy Spirit,... Continue Reading →
I am THIS, not that.
When asked "Who are you?" or "What do you do?," we often rely on familiar labels to answer. We might describe our family roles, gender, occupation, race, nationality, beliefs, values... anything that defines us within a particular framework. But what if these labels are merely a "construct," a way we build our sense of self... Continue Reading →
Conversations matter
Conversations do matter. The right conversation, with the right person, at the right time can change everything. It can transform lives and unlock possibilities you never imagined. While there's value in quiet reflection and personal goal-setting, sometimes nothing beats the power of meaningful conversation. It's time to seek out those spaces where the conversations happen... Continue Reading →
Time is an illusion
Time is an illusion. That is not to say it is 'not real'. Time is an illusion because it is not what it appears to be. Time is how we perceive reality i.e. in sequential linear events. Yet what the mind perceives and translates into your experience as sequential and linear, stretching from the past... Continue Reading →
