How much do I really live my ideal of sharing love, of building peace in the world?
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A recent post by "Daily Om" inspiration spoke of " Every movement in the universe is a movement toward love."
I quote the entirety of that post below:
We are living in a time of great change. Many thinkers and seers agree that humanity and the planet Earth are evolving at a quickened pace, and that this evolution will be severe and seemingly chaotic at times. It is natural for people to react with fear because these changes will bring some level of difficulty and loss to many of us. However, it is essential that we remember that our souls chose to be here at this time and to be part of this process. Every movement in the universe is a movement toward love. This is true even in situations that appear to be the opposite of loving at first glance.
Since we chose to be here, we are capable and ready to rise to the challenges we find ourselves in. It is helpful to reflect on our own lives and make any changes necessary to fully support humanity and the planet in loving ways. When we open our hearts in love instead of closing them in fear, we serve the divine process. We are all powerful spirits who took form at this time in order to serve our fellow humans, our planet, and the universe. When we find ways we can serve, our fear dissipates. We may serve by remaining calm and loving with our children and our families, even when the situation seems dark. We may serve by sending money to people who need financial assistance. We may serve by going out into the world and actively helping to rebuild lives. Regardless of what actions we choose to take, the essential element will be the internal gesture of choosing to remain in love. This is all that is needed.
When it is difficult to remain in love, we can always call upon our unseen helpers: the teachers and guides who are always with us. All we need to do is ask and then trust that we are being helped. The guidance we receive is love itself, showing us the way.
I continue to be astonished at all the messages I get from different sources saying how important, especially at this time, is the force of love.
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Free hot meals provided with volunteer servers and entertainers - October in Black Mountain NC
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The neighbors reaching out to others in crisis was the first and most powerful message where I saw this in my life. It has remained rooted for my vision of hope in difficult times. Sharing love between one another, strangers included, as well as those who may be the least worthy of love, what a really incredible challenge. Mr. Rogers said "watch for the helpers." Just look at what happened not only here in NC after our disaster, but in California during and after the fires. Now to watch Gaza...
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My Unitarian Universalist community also says this:
As the governing and power structures of our world rely more and more on domination, exploitation, and disposability to consolidate power, we must hold onto and grow ours. Our power is grounded in our values that proclaim the transformative power of love and harness the enduring power of community. We are the antidote to our fear.
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We’re living at a time when nothing will be as it was, a time of monsters but a time of angels, a time of great darkness but a time of great light.
For many, this is not an easy time. The world around us is a reflection of who we’ve been until now; the only way to repair the world is if we ourselves are willing to change. Each of us is being put through challenges, somehow perfect for making us who we need to be to do the things we need to do. If we can all just be a little bit kinder, a little more merciful, and a lot more forgiving, that of itself will generate new beginnings.
And if you’re one of the people experiencing the deep and painful trauma of these times, know that you’re not alone. So many people feel as you do. Somehow, somewhere, Love will yet prevail for all. The thing we have to remember is that love can’t be something we’re just waiting to appear. Love is waiting for us, and can only appear when we are willing to channel it into the world.
Marianne Williamson
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Another excellent link for resistance (this is very busy, so sometimes it doesn't work) adrianne maree brown
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Today's quote:
To love, my brothers and sisters, does not mean we have to agree. But maybe agreeing to love is the greatest agreement. And the only one that ultimately matters, because it makes a future possible. |
BISHOP MICHAEL B. CURRY --------------- Today's Art:
By Annie French
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