Be calm, be strong, be grateful, and become a lamp full of light, that the darkness of sorrows be annihilated, and that the sun of everlasting joy arise from the dawning-place of heart and soul, shining brightly. ~ Abdu’l-Bahá
Kindness
Today’s Quote: Kindness Always Matters
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ~ Aesop
From Gym Encounters to Deep Connections: A Journey Through Grief
Listen to my Podcast, Journey from Grief to Healing, Episode 113 on your favorite podcasting app or click here for Episode 113
In Episode 113 of “Journey from Grief to Healing,” we delve into a profound encounter at the gym that brings unexpected connections and shared experiences of grief. Host Ray recounts a chance meeting with Mark, an acquaintance from two years ago. Mark’s story of recent personal tragedies reveals the deep, unspoken bond formed through shared suffering. This episode explores the emotional weight of grief, the significance of empathy, and the universal truths found in John Donne’s poem “No Man is an Island.” Join us as we discuss the power of simple words, shared understanding, and the healing impact of kindness, inspired by the poetry of Edgar Guest. Listen and discover how our personal pain can become a gift to others, fostering connections and offering solace in times of need.
Today’s Thought: Reach Out
I stepped outside early this morning. My neighbor was washing a car. I said, “Good morning.” In the course of our brief conversation I learned she was washing her brother’s car and then she was going to take it to get the car’s state inspection. Her brother has cancer. What a doubly kind act on her part. She was a good example for me. When someone is hurting, it’s time to reach out a hand. Most often all it takes is a bit of our time. Reach out.
Today’s Quote: True Greatness
The ultimate test of your greatness is the way you treat every human being. ~ Pope John Paul II
Today’s Thought: Let’s Enjoy the Ride
We’re all together in this joy ride on planet earth through the cosmos. It makes so much more sense to work together and set aside differences. It’s our only ride, we have the potential to make it a great one. It takes setting aside past grievances and the courage to believe that solutions to difficult problems are possible if we shake hands and put our minds into cooperative action.
Today’s Thought: Happiness Happens
One thing no one should ever give away is the right to choose what makes one happy. When we allow another’s words or actions to make us happy or unhappy we cede control of our happiness to that person. Retaining control of our happiness requires us to love and forgive ourselves and make an effort to make our self, our best friend. When we are in a state of knowing, loving, and forgiving ourselves we discover that happiness happens. It’s wherever we are. We don’t have search for it.
New Episode: Daughter & Dad in Albuquerque
A New Daughter and Dad Podcast Episode
Today’s Poem: Prayer by Piet Hein
Prayer
Piet Hein
Sun that givest all things birth
Shine on everything on earth!
If that’s too much to demand
Shine at least on this our land!
If even that’s too much for thee
Shine at any rate on me.
