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Topic: Dale Pond
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The "forum experience" like any relationship is one of self discovery. (paraphrased Krishnamurti) I learn so much about myself in this forum and the other larger 'forum' we call life. That is what those experiences are for - self discovery and self realization. We've often spoken directly about "who is right?" The ego wants to be right all the time. Of course, it rarely ever is as its reality is a self-fabricated awareness, a dream if you will. As people lay out their opinions they are seen for just that - opinion and usually, unsupported with facts, wisdom or references. After saying all that I will also say what seems to be contradictory that each and every person has something of value to contribute to life in general and because of the close associations on this forum, to each other participant. I too object to people who spread themselves all over for other peoples' consideration. Such action is presumptuous that others want to see or hear them. We all know people who clamor for our attention and wish to dominate or monopolize the limelight. But that is the path they have chosen. Who am I to judge and condemn another's choices in their life? On the other hand none of us are victims. Our peace of mind and heart is not dictated by the words and actions or non-words and non-actions of others. Just the other day a person told me I make them feel good. My reply was I do nothing to your feelings - your feelings are your creation and reaction to what you think you perceive, a mutual sympathy. Not everyone wants to hear such a perspective and fewer understand what is meant. When we become sensitive to others we are in sympathy with them. Sympathy we know to be Love in diverse levels. Being sympathetic is being aware from diverse perspectives. Being aware of the other person's perspective engenders respect and consideration because we are mutually sympathetically aware. There is no separation as all persons' feelings are all other persons' feelings - when we allow ourselves to be more fully aware (in Love). When not being in this divine state of Love, Sympathy or Awareness we are not generally aware of how our actions, non-actions, words and non-words impact or effect others. This state is one of 'self-centeredness' or self-concernedness where others are not generally considered from their perspective but from an imagined one. This concept applies equally to Belief Systems, religions, sciences and the like..... So I suggest we treat each other with Peace, Tenderness and Love (or at least be mindful of the effort to do so). Ask ourselves before clicking the SEND button: Does anyone want to hear my opinion? Is my opinion worthy of expressing in public? If I send this how are people going to consider me as a person? etc., etc. and etc. |
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