There is a lot of tension in the world right now. A lot of talk about fighting. Fighting against tyranny, fascism, cruelty, white supremacy, racism, discrimination in all its forms. Fighting authoritarianism, hatred, and violence. Fighting for equality, peace, and justice.
I am not sure it’s working. I don’t think it ever has. Maybe that’s why many feel exhausted and hopeless.
How about instead of ‘fight’…we stand solidly and in unity with each other. Stand with unwavering conviction that goodness and kindness are how change happens.
A change of heart is what will make a difference. Goodness and kindness are what changes hearts. What if instead of ‘fight’, we invite? What if we invite what we want to see and feel into the very center of the tension? How about…kindness, understanding, ease, and calm? Radical. So radical, it just might work!
The pathway out of tension is goodness and kindness. It is a wider view and an open heart. It is, in our own unique way, with our own hands, leaving our corner of the universe better than we found it.
What do you think? Is it worth a shot?
I think so.
Paula
