Lately it seems that not only people who I closely associate with offline, but also many of those who I blog with are going through painful challenges involving the loss of loved ones, or have either friends or family members who are experiencing a devastating illness.
And I have to tell you, this truly rips my heart out because I can’t bare to see anyone in pain. Whether it be physical, mental, or emotional.
I realize that pain, suffering, and losing people who are close to us is a part of life, and that we will all experience these things at one time or another. However, knowing this doesn’t make it any easier to accept and embrace while it’s happening.
We find ourselves lost, heart-broken, angry, uncertain, and desperately seeking answers.
It’s some painful shit to go through, isn’t it?
Perhaps it’s because I feel things on a very deep level, but whenever I hear of someone’s pain and suffering, I literally feel as if it’s happening to me.
I’m not a religious person, meaning I don’t belong to any organized religion, yet without a doubt believe in a Higher Power. I also believe that whatever effects one human being, affects us all. I believe we are all interconnected ‘energetically’ and that whatever we practice in the way of prayer or meditation can reach far and wide; helping those who are in need because energy has no boundaries.
And that’s how I envision a Higher Power. It is the source of the energy. So when we pray or meditate, the Higher Power delivers the energy to wherever it is needed.
We can’t always be sure of how our prayers or meditations are being used to help someone, but we CAN be sure that they are being used for the person’s highest good.
And I truly believe that.
This past week, I’ve been spending a lot of time sharing ’good vibes’ with the people in my life who are experiencing tremendous challenges right now. And not only with them, but with all those in world who might be going through things that are very difficult.
I may not be able to be with all these people in person, or even know them on a personal level, but it really doesn't matter because ‘good vibes’ will be felt.
So, I ask if you could all take a few minutes this weekend, and either pray or meditate, sending out LOVE to our fellow human beings in the world who could use some support.
And trust that your ‘good vibes’ are being received.....
Thank you everyone!
Wishing you a faaaaabulous weekend!
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Thank you for a brilliant post, Ron. You are so full of compassion and love it makes me proud to be one of your avid readers. I have my own theories about 'organised' religion which I won't go into now, but I will say this: there are thousands who feel and pray and worry about others without the need to go somewhere special to do it. There are sufferers in the world right now who desperately need our prayers. I'll definitely join you at the weekend. Have a good one yourself.
ReplyDeleteI believe in God and I pray. Not because I have to, but because I want to. Jesus for me is first and foremost the man who turned the other cheek when he was hit, an extremely peaceful a man.
ReplyDeleteFaith for me is about finding peace, not restrictions or jugdement. I get that so much in this world already.
I will pray. I actually do already quite often. I jog and my thoughts wander to all the dear folks in my life, on and off-line!
Hugs dear Ron!
If everyone would practice this along with a little kindness, the world would be a better place. At our church, we call prayer, 'agreeing.' We are 'agreeing' with one another to lift people up to the Lord.
ReplyDeleteRon, thanks for always making me smile. Have a safe and healthy weekend!
Thank you my friend, needing those good vibes and prayers right now. Terminal illness of one you love sucks the life out of you emotionally. Feeling those vibes and beginning to find blessings in the most awful of circumstances.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Valerie~
ReplyDelete"There are sufferers in the world right now who desperately need our prayers. I'll definitely join you at the weekend."
Thank you, dear lady. You're a sweetheart! And yes, I agree....there are many people right now who could use our prayers.
Much thanks for stopping by. Have an awesome weekend!
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Bonjour Susu~
ReplyDelete"I will pray. I actually do already quite often. I jog and my thoughts wander to all the dear folks in my life, on and off-line!"
(((((( Susu ))))))
Thank you, beautiful lady!
And thank you for stopping by today. Have a SUPER weekend!
Ciao!
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Goooooood Morning Bijoux~
ReplyDelete"At our church, we call prayer, 'agreeing.' We are 'agreeing' with one another to lift people up to the Lord."
That's a beautiful way to put it!
Thank you for sharing your prayers!
Always FAB to see you. Much thanks for stopping by!
Happy weekend!
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Good Morning SuziCate~
ReplyDelete" Terminal illness of one you love sucks the life out of you emotionally."
It sure does, my friend. I know this from when my father passed, 16 years ago.
"Feeling those vibes and beginning to find blessings in the most awful of circumstances."
Sending ya a BIG hug and LOTS of good vibes.....
((((( Suzi ))))))
Much thanks for stopping by. Wishing you a peaceful weekend.
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(((RON))) What a beautiful post! No matter how down I am feeling, your posts always pick me up.
ReplyDeleteI do the same thing every Sunday when we go to church. It just feels good send blessings, good thoughts, etc. throughout the world. Especially in this day & age, when so many people need it! Have a fabulous weekend, my friend! <3
Greetings Collette~
ReplyDelete"I do the same thing every Sunday when we go to church. It just feels good send blessings, good thoughts, etc. throughout the world. Especially in this day & age, when so many people need it!"
You said it, dear lady...especially in this day and age, when so many people need it!
Thank you for stopping by. And thank you for sharing your prayers. You're a GEM!
(((( Collette )))))
FAB weekend, my friend!
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empathy is a gift
ReplyDeleteand you're truly gifted sugar
I feel the same way about enegy and how it can spread and touch others
you said it all so beautifully
and I know you send out vibes for me, I feel them and appreciate them
speaking of goodd energy - Hope sends hugs
No matter how bad it is, someone else has it worse. That's hard to imagine sometimes, isnt it?
ReplyDeleteAbout 5 years ago I moved closer to my family to spend time with my parents, who were both just starting to get sick. Now, it is very close to the end for my mom and my dad is still fighting the big fight. I am so grateful for the time we've spent together these past few years, and for all of the little good vibes than have been coming our way and will continue to come our way until the very last day. Something small can make a HUGE difference in the life of someone suffering. If you're always waiting for the big moment - the critical time when your help and support will make a big splash - that time might never come. When someone says to me "I'm praying for you" or "I'm praying for your mom," those words have more meaning that the person saying them will ever know. Great post Ron.
Good Morning Lady Dianne~
ReplyDelete"I feel the same way about enegy and how it can spread and touch others."
*smiling*
I know you do, dear lady.
So happy to hear you feel my 'vibes' - I send them to you everytime I meditate.
(((((( Dianne ))))))))
Thanks so much for stopping by and for your sweet words.
And please tell Hope I said thanks for the hugs.
(((( Hope )))))
Have a super weekend!
X to you and the gang!
Good Morning Tracy~
ReplyDelete"No matter how bad it is, someone else has it worse. That's hard to imagine sometimes, isnt it?"
You're so right, and yes it is.
"Something small can make a HUGE difference in the life of someone suffering."
You said it! Sometimes even sitting in silence with someone as they're going through a tough time can be very healing. I know it was for me, as my father passed away.
"When someone says to me "I'm praying for you" or "I'm praying for your mom," those words have more meaning that the person saying them will ever know."
I so know what you mean!
Thank you for stopping by, Tracy. And thank you for sharing your experience on this post, you've added much.
Sending ya, LOTS of 'good vibes'..........
(((((( Tracy )))))))))
Have a wonderful weekend!
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Wouldn't the world be a better place if we all took time to send positive vibes and love to others Ron?
ReplyDeleteLoved this post m'deario. x
Great post, and I appreciate your empathy. Would you mind sending some positive MONEY vibes out this way, while you're at it? Thanks! :)
ReplyDeleteThere's definitely something there. I'm not sure what. But I do appreciate the sending of good thoughts, energy and/or vibrations. Knowing that there a other people that do actually feel and try to understand the pain of others is very comforting. It also gives hope that not everyone is a selfish, self-absorbed pinhead.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your good vibes this week. I needed 'em!
(I've been wracking my battered brain trying to figure out how to send a Publix Key Lime Pie through the mail!)
Another lovely post :)
ReplyDeleteI sometimes find I have a real love that surges up inside me for any given blogger, at any given time. I have no idea why, except that they may be in need of it at the time. I once felt this same love (compassion) for a total stranger who was sitting a little away from me on a train.
I don't think it matters what name you give it. Something is at work for us, and in us that we can't see. If we all learned to use it for the benefit of one another I'm sure the world would be a better place.
Thanks for the good vibes!!! I've been sick since Tuesday with the virus from hell. I thought I managed to avoid it with all the vitamins and hand washing/sanitizing but no, it got me and good too. I thought yesterday I was feeling a bit better and then got sick again last night and spent most of today in bed. Bleh.
ReplyDeleteI'm on the mend, however, some others I know have been dealing with much much worse and it's heartbreaking to think about their situations. The girlfriend of mine whose husband died the day after Christmas is still going thru so much pain and sadness. Some people might have felt that because he was sick for so long that it might somehow be easier for her to let go but that just isn't so. Aside from grieving him terribly every day, she's also dealing with some members of his family who have been quite nasty and if that wasn't enough she also has to consider selling her home for financial reasons.
A friend of my daughter's had surgery recently for a brain tumor and now has to go thru radiation and chemotherapy. She is only in her mid 20's and has a young daughter. And she has no medical insurance. I think she has charity care thru the hospital to cover some of the main treatments but the family is having a benefit to raise some money for things that may not be covered.
And my son just told me tonight that a couple of his friends are dealing with the deaths of siblings or friends because of drugs.
It's terrible to hear of so many who are facing such difficulty but I also believe that prayers, meditation, Reiki, love, etc. should be sent out because it can only help.
Hi Akelamalu~
ReplyDelete"Wouldn't the world be a better place if we all took time to send positive vibes and love to others Ron?"
Yes it would, and I know that you share MUCH Reiki with those in need. Bless you, m'dear!
Thank you so much for stopping by. Have a wonderful weekend!
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Howdy Mark~
ReplyDelete"Would you mind sending some positive MONEY vibes out this way, while you're at it? Thanks!"
And yes, I will. Expect a check for $500.00 in the mail on Monday.
But you gotta lend me a $100.00, okay? HA!
Thanks for stopping by, bud! Have a SUPER weekend!
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Hiya Nitebyrd~
ReplyDeleteI've been through a lot of challenging experiences in my life, so I understand what it feels like when someone else is going through their own. I know how tough it can be at times, and how scared, lost, and confused one can feel. And even though I might not be able to be with them in person, I know 'good vibes' can be, and how conforting it can feel because others have done the same for me.
Glad you feel the 'vibes.' I share them with you often.
((((( Nitebyrd )))))
Always great seeing ya, Sis!
Thanks for stopping by!
X ya, bunches!
(I've been wracking my battered brain trying to figure out how to send a Publix Key Lime Pie through the mail!)
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Oh, you're a sweetheart. But no worries, I'll have it the next time I come to Florida and we get together for a beer and wine!
Greetings Babs~
ReplyDelete"I sometimes find I have a real love that surges up inside me for any given blogger, at any given time. I have no idea why, except that they may be in need of it at the time. I once felt this same love (compassion) for a total stranger who was sitting a little away from me on a train."
OMG, me too!!!! Isn't it amazing how that happens? Sometimes I'll be walking down the street and pass someone on the sidewalk and my heart just goes out to them.
"I don't think it matters what name you give it. Something is at work for us, and in us that we can't see. If we all learned to use it for the benefit of one another I'm sure the world would be a better place."
Thank you SO MUCH for sharing that, dear lady. I totally agree!
Please know what a pleasure it's been getting to know you these past months through our blogs. You're a sweet soul.
((((( Babs )))))
Have a wonderful weekend!
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Hellooooooooo Crystal Chick~
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your feeling better!
((((( You ))))))
And I know how you feel because I got that nasty flu a few weeks ago and it had me flat on my bed for almost a whole week. I had NO energy. Thank heavens for reiki and reflexology because it really helped to mend me.
"It's terrible to hear of so many who are facing such difficulty but I also believe that prayers, meditation, Reiki, love, etc. should be sent out because it can only help."
Yes it is terrible to hear of so many who are facing such difficulty. And especially lately. My heart truly aches for them.
I'll be sure to share some Reiki with your friends, okay?
Thanks so much for stopping by, neighbor. You always add much to my posts. So appreciated!
Have a great weekend!
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Ron, thanks so much. I can feel all those great vibes you're sending and they are much needed and appreciated. You are such a great guy!
ReplyDeleteHiya Peg~
ReplyDelete(((((( You ))))))
Love ya, dear friend!
Thank you so much for stopping by. Wishing you a peaceful weekend.
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Thank You so much Buddy!! things get overwhelming at times and the prayers and good vibes do help.
ReplyDeleteYou are a Good Man my Friend.
Howdy Jimmy~
ReplyDelete((((( You and Cindy )))))
Love you guys!
Thanks so much for stopping by, buddy! Wishing you a peaceful and beautiful weekend!
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You are a good man. And a fine example of a loving human being. I'm proud to call you friend.
ReplyDelete(((((((((( Tracy ))))))))))))
(cuz I know that's a hard journey--enriching and life changing, but hard)
(((((((((((( Crystal Chick ))))))))))))
(makes my heart hurt to hear of the losses and the struggles)
((((((((((((((( Ron ))))))))))))))))))
(Just..........cuz.)
When I say I'll pray, please understand that I well and truly do. And when I send out those warm, healing thoughts--they're truly sent.
Love'll do wondrous things.
(((((((((((( Ron )))))))))))))
(yeahyeah....if some is good, MORE is better.)
Hiya Mel~
ReplyDelete"When I say I'll pray, please understand that I well and truly do. And when I send out those warm, healing thoughts--they're truly sent."
Yes, I KNOW you will, dear lady! Thank you soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much!
((((((((( Mel ))))))))))
And thank you for adding all those extra ((( ))) to those who have commented on this post, because I know they'll appreciate it!
Love ya, my dear Libra friend!
Mucho thanks for stopping by. Wishing you a peaceful weekend!
(((((((((((( Mel )))))))))))))
(yeahyeah....if some is good, MORE is better.)
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but without a doubt, I'll do my best to add to the collective prayers for peace, hope and strength. I have been receiving so much love from the universe lately that I have plenty to return. We both love you Ronnie. xoxo
ReplyDeleteHello Diane~
ReplyDelete"but without a doubt, I'll do my best to add to the collective prayers for peace, hope and strength."
Thank you, dear friend!
"I have been receiving so much love from the universe lately that I have plenty to return."
(((((( Diane ))))))
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing the LOVE.
Much X to you and Cristybella!
A very sweet post Ron. And you know, all that love flying through the air helps. It really does. I have had my days when I could not fathom another, but with love and helping hands that I forced myself to see, I get a little brighter every day. I will send my warm healing light to you, so that you can distribute it as you see fit. Green & Pink hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteKatherine
xo
Psst you might like to have a look at this slideshow of NY pics. Then again, you might not... grins
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Oh dear, I forgot to get TinyURL to minimise the link.
Good Morning Katherine~
ReplyDelete"all that love flying through the air helps. It really does."
It sure does! And I truly believe that with all my heart.
"I have had my days when I could not fathom another, but with love and helping hands that I forced myself to see, I get a little brighter every day."
((((( Katherine )))))))
"I will send my warm healing light to you, so that you can distribute it as you see fit."
Awwwwww.....much THANKS, my friend!
And thank you for the Green and Pink hearts!
Have a wonderful weekend. Thanks for stopping by!
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Good Morning Valerie~
ReplyDeleteOooooo....ooooo.....I can't WAIT to visit the link you left for me because you know how MUCH I love NYC. Yes, I will stop by immediately!
Thank you for your thoughtfulness, dear lady!
Hope you're having a super Saturday!
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Hi Ronnie,
ReplyDeleteHi there!
Yes, when you lose a loved one, it is like having the sky fall on you.
Everything that you have known is blown apart and yet, you still have to cope and keep on with the everyday things of life.
It can be the greatest challenge...
How to tie all that in with God? How to figure about all these deep questions??? I don't always know.
I do believe in God and I pray and think about things. I try and see the "bigger message" when things happen( though, sometimes things are so straightforward, thats just it).
I really do feel all the good that you are sending to everyone. I know that if you could, you would hug each of us that comes here. We do that virtually each time and that counts too!
Sending you love and good energy back!!
xoxoxox
Love ya, kiddo!
P.S. Thank you for your thoughtful suggestion. I will pray.
Bonjour Barbara
ReplyDelete"...when you lose a loved one, it is like having the sky fall on you. Everything that you have known is blown apart and yet, you still have to cope and keep on with the everyday things of life."
Exactly, Barb. I remember after my father passed away and I was at red light in my car; watching some people playing tennis and thinking to myself, "OMG, my father just died, how can they be playing tennis?!?!"
"It can be the greatest challenge...
How to tie all that in with God? How to figure about all these deep questions??? I don't always know."
Me neither. However, I do know that pray/meditation does supply comfort to those in need because I've felt when others have done the same for me.
Thank you so much for stopping by, my friend. And THANK YOU for your prayers and good energy; I know it will be felt!
((((( Barb )))))
Love ya, too! Have a wonderful weekend!
xoxoxoxo
Great idea, Ron. Good vibes coming right up!
ReplyDeleteHey Rob~
ReplyDeleteMuch thanks, buddy!
You're good vibes are so appreciated!
Thank you for stopping by. Hope you're having an awesome weekend!
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You and I are on the same page with this one, Ron! Especially with this part: "And I have to tell you, this truly rips my heart out because I can’t bare to see anyone in pain. Whether it be physical, mental, or emotional."
ReplyDeleteI am a Quaker, because I feel as you do - I believe in 'something' out there, communicating with and between us on an 'energetic' level, somehow, and I do believe that prayer, good vibes, white light, whatever you want to call it, can reach out to people and make a difference. In a Quaker meeting it's possible to experience that without having to call it 'God', though many (if not most) do, of course. I don't attend much these days for various reasons, but I still have a Quaker soul.
Thanks for a great post, Ron. I do believe there is an energy that connects people. And when it's good, it's great. On the other hand, we've all met someone who exudes negativity, and who loves to comment on bad news. It's almost as if they have their own force field around them. Those people, I try to stay away from.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Jay~
ReplyDelete"and I do believe that prayer, good vibes, white light, whatever you want to call it, can reach out to people and make a difference."
Me too. It's all really the same because the 'intention' is the same....to help support those in need.
Being from Pennsylvania, I know much of the Quaker belief's. In fact, an aquaintance of mine teaches at a Quaker school and he RAVES about it. He says it's the best school he's ever worked at because they promote openness and equality.
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing on this post, Jay. You're a dear!
Have a wonderful Sunday!
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Good Morning Gal from Brooklyn~
ReplyDeleteYes, I totally agree with you....
"On the other hand, we've all met someone who exudes negativity, and who loves to comment on bad news. It's almost as if they have their own force field around them. Those people, I try to stay away from."
Negative energy only breeds more negative energy, so those people I try to stay away from too!
Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing on this post. It's ALWAYS great seeing you!
Hope you're having a stellar weekend!
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Absolutely lovely post, Ron! I think we could all use some compassion and positive energy these days. I'm still ruminating over doing a post about how so many people I come into contact with these days are yearning for more positive and less negative. It doesn't mean we all don't still need to vent and bitch but a lot of us want to keep the real mean spiritedness out of it. I find myself self editing in my head more these days before I write or speak. If it feels downright mean and nasty I try hard not to put it out into the ether. Doesn't help anyone.
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a terrific weekend! Will be in touch.
Good Morning Jen~
ReplyDelete"I'm still ruminating over doing a post about how so many people I come into contact with these days are yearning for more positive and less negative."
Oooooo....I think that's an EXCELLENT post topic, because it's so true.
"It doesn't mean we all don't still need to vent and bitch but a lot of us want to keep the real mean spiritedness out of it."
Yup, I agree. It IS possible to vent, yet still find the humor within it. I too will edit before posting (speaking), just to be sure that what I'm saying isn't mean spirited. Doesn't help anyone. And besides, who wants to read that stuff anyway?
Thanks sooooooo much for stopping by and adding your voice to this post. Muchly appreciated and enjoyed!
Happy Sunday, my friend!
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Hi a very moving post. I dont believe in a God but i do believe in people and helping each other. Promoting hope is one of the best things we can do to a fellow human being and lets face it there is sadly a lot of bad things we can do.
ReplyDeleteGreetings baldychaz~
ReplyDeleteWelcome! Thanks for stopping by and sharing a comment. Nice to meet you!
"I dont believe in a God but i do believe in people and helping each other."
Yes, I know many people who don't believe in a God and I respect their feelings. I think it's great that you believe in people and are willing to help them. It shows that you're a compassionate and caring man - Bravo!
"Promoting hope is one of the best things we can do to a fellow human being...."
You said it!
Thanks again for stopping by. Hope you had a great weekend!
I love you Ron. I have truly felt YOUR good vibes coming my way during this time.
ReplyDeleteHey Meleah~
ReplyDeleteOMG, I just finished leaving you a comment on your blog this very minute - hpw funny!
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaay....you're back! I've missed you so much, girl!
I'm so happy to hear that you felt my good vibes this week, because I've been sharing a lot with you!
((((((((( Meleah )))))))))))
Love ya too!
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I'm feeling those good vibes loud and clear, my friend.
ReplyDeleteXOXO
Hey Chrissy~
ReplyDeleteI'm sooooooo glad! I've been sharing good vibes with ya all weekend.
((((((( Chrissy )))))))
Hope you're doing okay.
Thanks for stopping by, girl!
XOXO
The power of friendship and positive thinking can help get us though some of the more stressful moments in life. Here's wishing nothing but the best for those of us in need.
ReplyDeleteCommencing operation "Positive Vibes" in 3, 2, 1...GO!
Howdy Herman~
ReplyDelete"The power of friendship and positive thinking can help get us though some of the more stressful moments in life."
You said it! And I truly believe that.
"Commencing operation "Positive Vibes" in 3, 2, 1...GO!"
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! LOVE IT!
Thanks a bunch stopping by, my good friend. And thanks for sharing your awesome vibes!
Hope you had a super weekend!
X to you and the family!
I thought we were simultaneously commenting on each others blogs! Too funny! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteHi Meleah~
ReplyDelete"I thought we were simultaneously commenting on each others blogs! Too funny!"
Libra's, hu? Yup!
xoxoxoxoxoxox
aw, i'm feeling all sad n depressed just by reading this post. like you, i had friends that are too experiencing the same thing. you're absolutely right when you said that knowing that it will happen eventually doesn't help in either way. in fact, it made it even hard to accept, having to be separate forever, as in physically. i'm not exactly a very holy person either, but like you, i believe in god, believe that such power exist. my mentor used to always remind me, to talk to him (or anyone/thing that you believe to be the higher power) everyday, every minute of your life, sharing it with him/it. let it be good times or bad times. by doing that, you connect yourself to him/it, n him/it in return will strengthen your faith, thus helping us through the most difficult times of our life. today, now, i shall share the connection with everyone else in this world, n believing that they will receive it.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Levian~
ReplyDeleteIsn't it something how recently it seems that we ALL know people who are experiencing the same thing? I also had many people I work with loose family members and friends last summer.
I so enjoyed how you shared this....
"to talk to him (or anyone/thing that you believe to be the higher power) everyday, every minute of your life, sharing it with him/it. let it be good times or bad times. by doing that, you connect yourself to him/it, n him/it in return will strengthen your faith,..."
That's EXACTLY how I feel too, Levian!
Just simply talk to him/it as if you would a close friend.
". today, now, i shall share the connection with everyone else in this world, n believing that they will receive it."
Thank you, my friend! And thank you for stopping by and sharing on this post.
Have a wonderful Thursday!
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