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Dwelling in beauty is also a practice.
“If we look at the world with a love of life, the world will reveal its beauty to us.” — Daisaku Ikeda
Beauty is often mistaken for something external, captured in grand landscapes, exquisite art, or perfect symmetry. But to indeed dwell in beauty is not just to observe it but to live within it, to cultivate an inner life that recognises and nurtures it.
Beauty is not merely seen but felt, experienced, and created.
Today, dwelling in beauty requires a conscious decision to slow down and notice. Beauty is in the golden light of early morning, the quiet rhythm of waves, or the tender smile of a stranger.
If only we could witness Beauty in the simplicity of ordinary moments.
The philosopher Alain de Botton suggests that beauty is not just about aesthetics but healing. We seek beauty because it reminds us of what we lack and what we long for.
A well-designed space, a piece of music, or a moving poem soothes something profound within us, bringing harmony where life often feels chaotic.
To dwell in beauty is to allow ourselves to be nourished by these moments rather than rushing past them.
Dwelling in beauty is also a practice. It is in how we speak with kindness rather than harshness.
We create through writing, gardening, cooking, or simply arranging a room carefully. When we shape our lives with intention and appreciation, we contribute to beauty rather than merely consuming it.
To dwell in beauty is to dwell in gratitude. It is to seek, notice, and create what elevates life above the mundane. And in doing so, we transform the world around us and the world within us.
