We can rise above the negativity, disrespect, and ugly behavior all around us by consciously choosing how we live, how we are in the world, what we say, what we do, what we write. It matters, and it will help heal the world. We can make a difference.
In addition to continuing to do all that we can do to help and support those who are suffering because of recent world events, each of us can help raise world consciousness.
Why
From road-rage to impoliteness in the supermarket, to politics, to war – the lack of human decency to one another today is abhorrent and rampant
Hatred, intolerance, disrespect, cruelty, and other ugly behaviors are increasingly becoming the norm
Society seems to accept the lack of decency and courtesy as expected behavior
Human activities continue to negatively impact the earth and life she supports – and people don’t seem to care enough to change their behaviors
First Principles
The earth is our home, it is unique, it is sacred, it is worth protecting and nurturing
All life on earth is precious, special, and worthy of respect and caring
Human beings have unlimited potential and amazing faculties – each human being deserves respect
Life becomes through change – adaptability, growth, learning, and engagement matter
How we are in the world, what we radiate, matters
What we do and say matters
Not all human actions are supportive of the health and prosperity of the whole
Honesty, integrity, decency, patience, and humility are important
It is healthy to engage each other, discuss differences, find solutions that benefit everyone
Compassion and empathy help us all
Being
The combination of everyone’s daily radiance adds up
How are you being in the world? Are you angry, sad, anxious, happy?
Let us put forth the intention to be aware of our radiance
Start each day with a conscious invocation intention to be in the world by creating a space that encompasses:
Gratitude
Respect
Humility
Kindness
Patience
Gentleness
That all others are my teachers
That my soul and others’ souls are present when we engage
That my actions only be in support of blessings for all and create a better world
Doing
How I go about my daily activities matters – what is my attitude? Am I embodying my intention as to how to be?
Are my actions supportive of life or detrimental to life?
Am I treating others with respect, dignity, decency, and openness?
What am I teaching others through my actions? Is it in line with my intention to create a better world?
Am I being kind?
Speaking
Words carry vibration, energy, intention, and feeling
Words can create big changes, have large impacts, affect many people
Think before you speak
Speak consciously – be aware of your language, word usage, context, and emotion behind the words – choose your words wisely and in line with your intentions
Am I speaking truth?
Decide consciously when to speak and when to be silent, when to listen and learn, when to be the teacher
Are my words spoken through kindness, compassion, and empathy?
Writing
Written words are like spoken words only more permanent – same rules apply
Think about this email or that article – who will read it, when, why, and what might be their reactions (immediately, next week, next year)?
Why are you writing this? What do you expect to happen as a result of this writing?
