A message from today’s meditation:
In a world increasingly polarized by division and conflict, where the lines between “us” and “them” seem to deepen daily, the act of loving unconditionally becomes an act of radical defiance.
Carl Jung’s exploration of love reveals its elusive and mysterious nature. He acknowledges the futility of attempting to define love with words, suggesting that it defies language and intellect. Instead, he invites us to surrender to the unknown.
Jung’s thoughts on love can be summarized in one sentence –
Describing what love is, is an almost impossible task but here is what we know for sure: there is no love without self-love, and it is likely to take some courage to double down on love in a world that insists on dividing people into “us vs them”.
“Love is like God: both give themselves only to their bravest knights.” – Carl Jung
“I cannot love anyone if I hate myself.” – Carl Jung
“I have again and again been faced with the mystery of love and have never been able to explain what it is.” – Carl Jung
“Man can try to name love, showering upon it all the names at his command, and still he will involve himself in endless self deceptions. If he possesses a grain of wisdom, he will lay down his arms and name the unknown … by the name of God.” – Carl Jung
In countless discussion and musings on the topic of love, I have always found myself drawn to this very simple attempt at describing love:
“I see me in you. I recognize my own humanness in you, and I can so clearly see that whatever I do to you – I do to myself, the bad but really also the good. I am not separate from anyone.”
Our survival nature is always ready to turn the “other” into an enemy, but your soul always recognizes another soul having a shared human experience. Try not to let fear lead you into a perpetual war of “us vs them”. Step into the courage of living with your heart wide open.
To cultivate a heart filled with love, consider these guiding mantras:
- Embrace Self-Love: Nurture yourself with kindness and compassion.
- Practice Empathy: Seek to understand the perspectives of others.
- Cultivate Gratitude: Focus on the positive aspects of your life.
- Spread Kindness: Perform acts of kindness, no matter how small.
- Choose Love Over Fear: Let love guide your thoughts and actions.
So, let us summon the courage to double down on love. Let us open our hearts to the world, recognizing the divine spark within every individual. Let us cultivate empathy, understanding, and kindness. By doing so, we not only enrich our own lives but also contribute to a more compassionate and just world.
Have a happy Friday beautiful people!
– pierre –
Today’s LIVE meditation is: Sharing love.