"Most people agree that a more peaceful world would be an ideal situation for all living creatures. However, we often seem stumped as to how to bring this ideal situation into being. If we are to have true peace in this world, each one of us must find it in ourselves first. If we don't like ourselves, for example, we probably won't like those around us. If we are in a constant state of inner conflict, then we will probably manifest conflict in the world. If we have fighting within our families, there can be no peace in the world. We must shine the light of inquiry on our internal struggles, because this is the only place we can really create change."
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The process of dealing with inner conflict through so many levels of change, both good and not so good, has been quite a personal journey.
The article addresses shining the light on those internal struggles. I would add those situations that bring the struggles.
Do any of us have the magic power of being able to control those situations? Maybe some, but it is delusional to think that we can change all of them.
For me, realizing that struggling with those things we can't change will only make a person very depressed and angry . . . hopelessness is the killer that makes it almost impossible to get back up after falling.
Although there are many things that concern me, I have started to finally let go of those things I can't change. Changing the thought process has resulted in very different reactions than before as I strive to get better every day. As a result, I am finding peace in valuing moments and being more grateful for my blessings. As a Christian, I believe everything is in God's hands. Things happen for a reason.
Why drive yourself crazy over things that may happen in the future? Not one of us is given a magic wand or promised tomorrow. So why not value the present moment?
Happy New Year!
