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September 19, 2018 by Steven Pauwels Leave a Comment

“Daily reminders of our nature.”

Honoring the tradition:

The lotus flower collection, integrates several artisanal traditions of Morocco. Each tradition brings along a whole range of possibilities, provided the perfect setting for a co-creation. At least 5 different artisans participated in the co-creation of each flower.

“Each presentation showcases how a vision can transform diversity  into one.”

Inspired by our nature: 

As presented in more detail in the accompanying writings of this collection, the collections is inspired by the 15 virtues or tunes of co-creation. The design & creation of each virtue started by looking up the significance of flowers. Both flowers & virtues make up the reality of our nature.  

Inspired by the blooming of the lotus flower, the leaves and roots provide for an unlimited number of presentation.

The petals of the different flowers are made out of first quality glass & the silver & golden looking metals. The glass comes in 4 colors: red, bleu, green & amber. Occasionally, some yellow & lighter shades of bleu & red can be found in this first quality glass as well. The metal are an alloy of copper, zinc & nickel. All materials are sourced locally. 

“The 100% handmade aspect of these co-creations serve to honor & respect our human nature.”

Balance & harmony: 

As virtues root towards their origin, the lotus’ potential rises through the waters of life. Our virtues co-create balance & harmony in our inner homes.

The design of each presentation is balanced in alignment with the 5 feng shui elements. Metal, water, wood, fire, & earth.  Besides the obvious metal and wood element, the water element is represented by the glass & wavy shapes of the petels. The earth element is represented by the amber colors of the glass and the copper alloy. The t-lights provide for the fire element. 

They are beautiful in daylight, but it is in the dark that they show their true colors. It is in those moments we’ll need to connect with virtues the most. 

In the middle of each flower and in the bottom of the wooden sockle, you’ll find the Scent&Sense logo, hammered in with a stamp tool, guaranteeing the authenticity of each co-creation. 

” May each of these creations serve as daily reminders,  daily reminders to nurture our nature.” – Steven Pauwels.

Cocreation & making choices:

The design of the collection results in a multitude of presentation options, providing for the co-creation of unique expressions of light. With each kind of presentation, several flowers have to choosen, and maybe even combined. This element of the collection shows the value of cultivating our inner virtues. Our virtues allow us to change the way we make our choices.

“When we aim to manifest our potential, choices can no longer be made with the mind.”    

Filed Under: Lotus collection Tagged With: Acceptance, Clarity, Compassion, Confidence, Courage, Engagement, Gratitude, Honesty, Humbleness, Kindness, Patience, Persistence, Presence, Trust, Worthiness

Humbleness

August 14, 2017 by Steven Pauwels Leave a Comment

“I am the creator of my own reality but I co-create with life, unfolding a bigger plan.”

 

We all have been granted the capacity to create. It is one of our most precious gift. We create our own inner reality, but we co-create it with life. 

“Dance after dance, we allow ourselves to discover the unfolding of  a larger plan.”

“ The moment I started to see life as a learning experience with the intend to recognize my true nature & discover my own unique song, I touched upon humbleness. Life is my teacher and guides me through the reflections in the mirror. At some point in my life, I made it back from a human doing into a human being. From that moment, I  started learning what it means to be human & what it feels like, just to be. “

Life reflects ourselves through all of her manifestations. We learn about the true characteristics of our being by observing nature. We learn about our human aspects through the reflection of others & the different stories we create. The “other” is the most challenging one and that is a reflection on its own.

Humbleness, without judgements or falling into a victim role, builds stamina for the longer dances. Humbleness awakens gratitude and invites  grace to the dance floor. It invites us to surrender. It allows us to forget about the dancer from time to time and lightens our steps. Humbleness allows us to be foolish or a clown  from time to time. 

Humbleness helps us to feel at ease while exploring the unknown. Moving in closer to the middle of the dance floor, our movements may become more subtle & more wild. Both sides of the spectrum are guarded by humbleness and make the experience of the dance, … more divine.

Humbleness makes the fruits along the way taste sweeter and prevents our mind from spoiling the experience of savoring the present moment.

Filed Under: Lotus collection Tagged With: Humbleness, The tunes of the Divine, Virtues

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