They are aware that their spiritual lives are dynamic, not static. They understand that there will be moments of ecstasy and moments of despair and many other moments in between. They have learned that they have to celebrate life's high points, honour life's low points, and express a grand sense of awe and wonder at the entire process. Just when things seem so clear, life always manages to throw us a curve ball. Even at its best, life is difficult.
Nothing comes easy.
It is hard to grow up. It is hard to grow old. We have to work to keep our jobs, to maintain our relationships. Every success is followed by new challenges. We have to return to our regular lives after every vacation.