I’ve sat here before, much like I’m sitting here tonight.
No real understanding of how all this became,
But from somewhere I have this feeling
That without you little would be the same
Never close enough to touch
Yet always within arms reach
Separated, we learned life’s lessons together
Oblivious to say the least.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Refresh your Spirit
Typically it is not my style to write on silly things such as positivity, but the last year of my life has really shown me a lot about reality. In the wake of all the political, economic, and especially moral turmoil that America and the greater world has been facing for the last 8 or 10 years, it seems we’ve become a nation of bickering pessimists. Somehow our attitudes have become so self oriented that we no longer consider, let alone support our fellow man. America has become a land devoid of values and sensible traditions. What ever happened to the days of personal responsibility and compassion for one another?
We need to make a change. Do we really enjoy living our lives on edge, not trusting our peers? I personally don’t think that’s what most people really want. What if we took a stand? What if we made a point to be a good example in our daily life?
With all of the indifference in our nation and around the world today, how much of a positive difference could we make simply by taking the time to be congenial to those with whom we come into contact? For example, when you head to work and traffic sucks, breathe, relax and let the guy next to you merge, even though he rushed to try and pass you when there wasn’t enough room.
Now I’m not the most religious person, nor am I anyone to preach to another. However, I’ve found that in times of trial I can often find solace in the wisdom of the Bible. In Romans 12:10, 17 the apostle Paul said, “Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another…repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men.” I of all people know how hard it is to resist being judgmental, but is that really our role in this life? It seems contradictory to me that we carry such a sense of individuality, with an aura that touts “who can judge my actions; I have free will and can do what I wish.” Yet consider how many times a day we pass judgment on those around us. What if we simply took that effort and smiled at those we passed, or waved that guy on over in traffic?
We are in a very difficult time. As Americans, we are facing economic recession, environmental degradation, a severe lack of personal responsibility, and let’s not forget that seemingly the rest of the world despises us. On a daily basis Americans are demanding more contribution from others, in particular, government. Then we complain about our government’s decisions; public healthcare, abortion laws, homosexual marriage just to name a few. It is common sense that when you indebt yourself to another party, you also subjugate yourself to their influence.
It is time we take this nation back. It is time we return to the common values that made this land great. Have compassion for one another and always strive to be a positive example. Take one day at a time and invest in your fellow man. Remember one day you will need the help of others-if for nothing else, at least to carry your casket.
We need to make a change. Do we really enjoy living our lives on edge, not trusting our peers? I personally don’t think that’s what most people really want. What if we took a stand? What if we made a point to be a good example in our daily life?
With all of the indifference in our nation and around the world today, how much of a positive difference could we make simply by taking the time to be congenial to those with whom we come into contact? For example, when you head to work and traffic sucks, breathe, relax and let the guy next to you merge, even though he rushed to try and pass you when there wasn’t enough room.
Now I’m not the most religious person, nor am I anyone to preach to another. However, I’ve found that in times of trial I can often find solace in the wisdom of the Bible. In Romans 12:10, 17 the apostle Paul said, “Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another…repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men.” I of all people know how hard it is to resist being judgmental, but is that really our role in this life? It seems contradictory to me that we carry such a sense of individuality, with an aura that touts “who can judge my actions; I have free will and can do what I wish.” Yet consider how many times a day we pass judgment on those around us. What if we simply took that effort and smiled at those we passed, or waved that guy on over in traffic?
We are in a very difficult time. As Americans, we are facing economic recession, environmental degradation, a severe lack of personal responsibility, and let’s not forget that seemingly the rest of the world despises us. On a daily basis Americans are demanding more contribution from others, in particular, government. Then we complain about our government’s decisions; public healthcare, abortion laws, homosexual marriage just to name a few. It is common sense that when you indebt yourself to another party, you also subjugate yourself to their influence.
It is time we take this nation back. It is time we return to the common values that made this land great. Have compassion for one another and always strive to be a positive example. Take one day at a time and invest in your fellow man. Remember one day you will need the help of others-if for nothing else, at least to carry your casket.
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