"We may feel powerless in the face of the large and small hostilities lacerating our planet, but we are not. Peace, both individual and global, begins with us. When we embrace a spiritual path that brings tranquility to our hearts and minds, we are taking the first step toward bringing peace to the world. Inner calmness will create gentle speech and moral actions, and we will replace self-absorption and ill will with a genuine caring for others. As we bring these qualities to communications with our families and friends, people we work with, and those in public life who serve us, we radiate peace out into the world."
Jean Smith. "Now! The Art of Being Truly Present" pg. 162
Let's celebrate incorporating peaceful qualities,
of inner calmness, gentle speech, moral actions,
and genuine caring for others, into our lives!
Photo: Fireworks at our McDougall Family Reunion.
Neskowin, Oregon - June 8, 2007
2 comments:
This morning, I found myself getting quite angry at the situation overseas. Thanks so much for this reminder: Not anger but love, calm, peace. I appreciate your blog so much, Pati!
Thank you for caring so much for the world and those in it!
..sometimes life just doesn't allow us to stop and take the time to breathe..today I did and found this blog...thank you
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