The transformative power of beauty: A journey to wholeness
When we perceive beauty, an “integration of self” takes place. ~ Arleen Hynes
Have you ever noticed how beauty has a way of stopping us in our tracks? Maybe it’s the golden glow of a sunset, the delicate curve of a flower petal, or even the simple elegance of a handwritten note. Beauty has this incredible ability to ground us, inspire us, and make us feel more whole. It connects us to something deeper, something beyond words.
Arleen Hynes’ quote resonates so deeply because it captures this truth: beauty brings us back to ourselves. In those moments when we pause to truly see and feel something beautiful, the noise of the world quiets. Our scattered thoughts gather, and for just a moment, we are fully present. It’s as though beauty whispers, “Here you are. This is you.”
This integration of self isn’t just about feeling calm or peaceful (though that’s certainly a perk). It’s about reuniting with parts of ourselves we may have forgotten or ignored. Beauty has a way of calling us home.
Finding Beauty Everywhere
The amazing thing is, beauty is everywhere if we’re willing to look. It doesn’t have to be something grand or extravagant. It can be as simple as the texture of a well-loved book, the way sunlight dances through a window, or the vibrant colors of fresh fruit at a market.
When we slow down and allow ourselves to perceive beauty, we open the door to connection—not just with the world around us, but with our own inner selves.
How to Invite More Beauty Into Your Life
- Take a Pause: Give yourself moments throughout the day to simply stop and notice what’s around you.
- Create a Beauty Ritual: Light a candle, arrange some flowers, or keep a journal where you jot down the beautiful moments you notice.
- Engage Your Senses: Listen to music that moves you, savor a delicious meal, or wrap yourself in a soft blanket.
Beauty doesn’t just exist outside of us—it’s within us, too. When we allow ourselves to perceive beauty, we integrate the external world with our internal one. And in that integration, we find a sense of wholeness, peace, and joy.
So today, look for beauty. Let it weave its magic and remind you of the incredible wholeness that already exists within you.
What moments of beauty have brought you back to yourself lately?
