If we are to prioritise difference, we have to start noticing it more.
One way to notice difference is to spot the unusual. This is one of the easiest ways because its the very fact that what we are seeing is SO different which catches our attention.
I’ve seen some interesting and different species of birds in my garden here in the Charente, but yesterday look what appeared!
I have never, ever seen a bird like this!
It seems it is a “hoopoe” – nope, I hadn’t heard of it either. But isn’t he spectacular?
Only the one, not a pair, and certainly not a flock. He pecked around and had a bit of supper then flew off. Maybe I’ll never see a hoopoe again, but it was a sheer delight to see one this time!
What is unusual is often striking. And what is striking catches our attention easily. The pleasure and delight can be maximised by allowing your attention to be caught and then lingering awhile – spending a few minutes just watching, noticing, enjoying.
Has anything unusual caught your attention recently?
Heroes Not Zombies 
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