The world that we live in, can sometimes feel like a bit of a battleground. There’s so much happening in the world that feels immoral and unjust, that it’s easy to get caught up in the negativity, to define ourselves by what we oppose rather than what we aspire to.
If you want to be happy, don’t define yourself by what you hate. Don’t define yourself by what you are in opposition to. You’re setting yourself up for a never ending war that will take more of your energy than what it’s worth. Decide what you are FOR, and put all your energy behind THAT! Be pro-things, it’s more fun anyway! Be the cheerleader for everyone who’s trying hard, and see this energy multiply instead of fade.
“It may be important to great thinkers to examine the world, to explain and despise it. But I think it is only important to love the world, not to despise it, not for us to hate each other, but to be able to regard the world and ourselves and all beings with love, admiration and respect.” – Hermann Hesse
“Happiness IS love, nothing else. A human who is capable of love is happy.” – Hermann Hesse
“… gentleness is stronger than severity, water is stronger than rock, love is stronger than force.” – Hermann Hesse
“When you like someone, you like them in spite of their faults. When you love someone, you love them with their faults.” – Hermann Hesse
Why not celebrate this Friday by giving a shout-out to someone who’s trying really hard? Be a cheerleader and use your energy to infect those around you in the BEST way!
Compliment a stranger, help a colleague, or simply listen attentively to a friend. Small acts of generosity can have a profound impact. Consciously celebrate the successes of others. Share their joy, and let them know you believe in them.
A few questions to help focus your energy on what’s good:
- What can I do today to be a cheerleader for someone?
- How can I shift my focus from problems to possibilities?
- Am I defining myself by what I oppose, or by what I aspire to?
- How can I cultivate more love and compassion in my life?
- What steps can I take to become a force of positive energy?
Imagine a world where we are all cheerleaders, rooting for each other’s success. What if we channeled our energy into uplifting and inspiring those around us? Instead of dwelling on what’s wrong, let’s focus on what’s right, what’s possible, and what’s beautiful. When we shift our perspective from opposition to affirmation, we create a ripple effect of positivity that can transform our lives and the world around us.
Happy Friday!
– pierre –
Today’s LIVE meditation is: Sharing love.