Friday, June 17, 2016

Orlando Overwhelm...Only Love

At times we can feel overwhelmed by what is happening in our world.  This past week, just in one state, Florida, there have been three over the top, sad, destructive, unbelievable, terrible, can't believe it occurrences. I am not going into the gory details because we know them-from the news, from our friends, from social media.
Too much hurt.  
Too much pain.  
Too much death.  
Just too much.

Overwhelm.

I also feel this chaos touching my own life.  People arguing, yelling voices, unkind words, judgment, despair and disappointment.  People getting pushy, wanting control.  Blaming.  Shaming.  Being critical.  Emotions swirling, sweeping ugliness and pain onto all those around.  

Overwhelm.

Focusing on this overwhelm brings darkness to our lives.
It clouds out joy and contentment.
I believe that everything we do contributes to the world's energy.
WE are all a work in progress.
Not perfection.

We may not be carrying the gun but are we helping?  
Are we contributing to a peaceful way of life? 
Do we have a role in helping restore love to the planet?

DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE YOUR IMPACT!

Pay attention to the little things.
Choose compassion.
Forgive.
Don't pass judgment on that certain situation.
Send light and love.
Shift your expectations.
Look for peace.
Hug someone.
Meet your neighbor.
Hold eye contact with strangers.
Smile.

What is your part in all of this?
Listen to your heart for the answer.
How can we make a difference?
You know how.

Take an oath of devotion.
Only LOVE.

Overwhelm
With
Love