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At some time or another in the evolution of the human
species, I have to believe we will move beyond the primitive form of
ethics which presently govern us. I have to believe that the curvature
of growth in rational consciousness will help us understand that our
common dreams and common aspirations can only serve the best in us when
we seek a higher road to walk upon. If this were to come to pass,
we would not even need to consider the issues we deal with in this day
and age. Human consciousness would have advanced so far that even ethics
would be on the very fringe of our thinking. Our evolution as a species
would have lifted our consciousness to the level of pure being, where
love and compassion are the ground of all expression, and light is the
ever-guiding principle. This ever-expanding curvature of understanding
would open us to a new way of communicating, and yes, of caring about
each other. The issues of the day would not be focused on something
so mundane as how to get along with each other. Rather we would seek
to expand our experiential knowledge of the deep level of being which
we all share, and which resides in the heart of every one of us. We
would seek to bring the realization of that inner wholeness to the forefront
of our experience so that the knowledge of our shared humanity would
become accessible to every searching soul. Indeed, we would find
ourselves on the brink of a new level of exploration, as we recognize
the mind field for the rich treasure that it is, filled with unlimited
potential, and ripe to yield its benefits. Making such possibilities
accessible to the human psyche would be both our privilege and our great
joy, for we would know - not just in our heads, but in the depths of
our hearts - that to serve each other is to serve the best in us all.
More than that, to uplift one is to uplift all. Such a commitment
is more than our privilege. It is our duty, for who of us can truly
be at peace when one of us is suffering? Who of us can fully rest when
one of us is in pain? And who of us can find real pleasure in life when
there are those of us who live in fear? The time must come when
we walk a higher road where all hearts are not just equal, but are joined
as one heart; when, in coming to know our own inner being, we touch
upon all being. To recognize and align ourselves with our own deep inner
truths is to open ourselves to possibilities which have not yet been
dreamed. In opening ourselves to the unbounded realm of spirit within
us all, we find a potential that has no limits. A quest such as
this is a quest through all eternity, for we seek that which is, and
that which is to be. Anything less would not be worthy of the human
soul, nor would anything less fulfill its ultimate purpose. Truly, we
are companions of the stars, and the light within us is our eternal
guide. If this is so, then perhaps it is up to those of us who
hold this vision to model these concepts through our own behavior. Only
in planting such seeds by our own example can we hope to shed light
upon the path. In reaching out in utter and absolute compassion, we
bring a message of hope to those whose lives are troubled. Through our
genuine caring, they will come to know at last that they are not alone,
that theirs is a struggle we all share, and that we cannot rest until
they can rest as well. If you are wondering how to begin, here
are some suggestions from Dr. Deepak Chopra that are based on seven
things we human beings are doing:
- Sun: Being - Meditate. Tune in to the wisdom of your spirit and
let it guide you.
- Mon: Thinking - Think peaceful thoughts at all times.
- Tues: Feeling - See yourself in others. Wish others everything you
want for yourself. Compassion leads to understanding, which leads
to love, which leads to peace.
- Wed: Speaking - Speak only in ways that nurture. If opposite thoughts
arise, tune in to what your body is feeling, and refrain from speaking.
- Thurs: Doing - Do something for someone, and try to do it anonymously.
- Fri: Creating - Whenever a problem arises, create a peaceful solution.
If you don't know the solution, ask your inner wisdom for guidance.
- Sat: Sharing - Share yourself, share your talents, share in whatever
way you can.
Whatever means you use, yours is a message that can
be heard. It need not be elegant, only sincere. It need not be impressive,
only genuine. As always, actions speak so much louder than words. We
would do well to listen to our heart, to ask ourselves, how can I serve?
How can I help? In what gentle way can I make a difference in someone
else's life? It is not expected that we know the answer, not right
away. If we ask truly, life will give us our answer. Life will show
us how we can help, how we can serve. In its own undeniable way, life
will reveal where we are needed. We need only ask. We need only be willing,
for at our very best we are - each one of us - conduits of light and
hope and love. We each can make a difference in our own place and
our own way. The dream we all share in our hearts can become the reality
we all share in our lives. The potential is there. The possibilities
are endless, and the capacity of the human heart is beyond measure.
To explore such horizons is to know freedom at its highest and best.
~Donna Miesbach~
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COME, GATHER FREELY
Here, take my candle,
For I would not have you
Walking in darkness.
Take my shawl
For I do not want you
Shivering in the cold.
Take my bread
That it may give you
Strength for the journey.
Yes, and take my love
So you will never
Feel alone.
Take it all,
For your peace is as
A healing stream to me.
Your comfort echoes in
The chambers of my heart,
And your freedom is as
A light unto my very soul;
So come, gather freely,
For when you have
Found your way,
I, too, shall be
Made whole.
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