After talking to a gifted blogging friend, I decided to give this blogging
thing a try. Perhaps this is a way for me to become part of the Greater Good,
by writing my thoughts and perceptions and be immortalized in "The Net
Land" of the World Wide Web.
As a result of this nudge from my friend and my Higher Self, I was finally
able to choose a topic that was meaningful for me. As a devoted and passionate
student of metaphysical teachings, spirituality and world religions/philosophies,
I am always looking for the Golden Thread that is true for all humanity
throughout the ages. This may be an impossible feat and a journey that
continues with no end, I proceed relentlessly in this pursuit regardless. As a
result, I am now choosing to share some ideas and insights that have been
developed from my personal journey.
One of the themes focused on is the constant unrest in the Middle East and
other parts of the world. Such mindless
killing and dissension. Why is this happening? Why does this primitive mind set
continue to plague mankind? There appears to be a delicate balance as our
beautiful magnificent planet hangs so mysteriously in the Universe. Unfortunately,
as a result of the treacherous ongoing battles we humans create for ourselves,
we may be on the edge of distinction as a result of our own ignorance and
mis-understanding. Some of my questions are, "Why are we like this?",
"What is the purpose?", and “What are we supposed to learn?”
Why all the pain, suffering and injustice? Why? Why? Why?
At one point in my consideration of these matters, my mind went to explore
the Biblical idea of the Battle of Armageddon. What was found from these
considerations is that maybe the battle is not about what happens in the outer
world, but what is actually going on inside of us. Perhaps the real battle is
the healing of our own hearts and minds from judgement, jealousy, anger, pride,
exclusivity, negativity, believing our way is the only way, etc.
Perhaps when we make Peace in our own hearts and minds, we are doing our
part to make Peace on Earth. The idea of "Being in Love" in the world
as a loving being, not necessarily in a romantic sense, but by creating a
strong loving presence, as we navigate our way throughout the life, will create
a domino effect, a paradigm shift helping our species heal itself. My belief is
that this happens when we carry an awareness and consciousness of Peace
throughout the market place. Not just with our family and friends, but actually
carrying ourselves as a beacon of light and love in the world, by sharing that
energy and consciousness as we go about our lives in unconditional love. In my
belief we are a reflection of each other. We are one race, one species.
Furthermore, this does not mean we accept poor and dangerous behavior, or
by intentionally putting ourselves in harm’s way, but by learning to love unconditionally,
in spite of the negative appearances or circumstances. We learn to avoid aggression
by turning the other cheek, which actually means to look at things from another
angle and to avoid conflict if at all possible. Of course when necessary we
defend ourselves, or help out if possible at the level we are of which we are
capable. However, sometimes it is also important to know how to step aside and
move on, so as not to fuel the flame of dissent.
By remembering simple principles like the Golden Rule, "Love your
neighbor as yourself". To "Love only the neighbor that agrees with me
or looks like me", but humankind in all its diversity. We then learn to
celebrate and honor differences in others, as well as what is unique inside of
ourselves. Maybe if we all understood this concept and were able to actually do
this internal work, the world would heal itself through us naturally. Maybe we
can collectively create Heaven on Earth by doing our work from the inside out,
thus allowing ourselves to enjoy our similarities while celebrating our
diversity and keeping things interesting.
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