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What does it mean?
You are welcomed to participate in the world's events and your life is fortunate.
In plain terms
You are invited to join the world and your life is a blessing.
What can you take from it?
Accept the invitation to live fully in this world.

Where it applies

  • feeling unworthy
  • seeking purpose
  • celebrating

Putting it to work

  • express gratitude
  • accept invitations
  • celebrate small wins

Questions to consider

  • Do you feel invited to this world?
  • What blessings do you recognize today?

Another view

This assumes a positive view of the world that not everyone shares.

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