Looking Out To See Within : 2013
--by SusanMarie, posted Jan 1, 2013
"A sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it."
Every human being experiences distress. Some in extreme states, others, a lesser extent. Distress can range from a change in daily routine to an immense, irreplaceable loss. Regardless of the state of distress, every human being is created with the tools to alleviate distress.
When helping another individual, one's own stress diminishes. Joy is produced from choosing to give. When we choose to give, we practice compassion.
Acknowledgement:
When asked for help, if able to contribute, then do so. Help can range from listening intently to another then acknowledging that you are there and you understand.
If you are unable to help according to what is asked of you, explain why. Offer alternatives that suit the situation. No one enjoys being ignored.
A simple response indicates to another that you care.
- Thank you
- Please
- Be well
- Take care
- I understand
- I am here
- You are not alone
"Something done or performed. An act that one consciously wills. Habitual or usual acts. Energetic activity."
"The state or quality of being kind. A kind act and behavior. A friendly feeling, liking."
When did we, the human race, start vehemently attacking and hating one another for being human? Sure, history teaches us that dissent among humans has always occurred, yet today, I view a complete lack of morals, ethics and manners. How do we stop this cycle of negativity?
Actions of every single individual is the responsibility and choice of that individual. Placing blame on anyone but yourself for your own actions is simply a form of denial. Think of how you are able to be kind. Right now, to you reading, I thank you for doing so. That is a form of kindness. It took 3 seconds to type that. I mean it too.
Solidarity
"A union or fellowship arising from common interests or responsibilities. A community of feelings and purpose."
As we leave 2012 behind, along with a dramatic decrease of people in all societies caring for the well being of another, attempt looking outward in order to see within.
All of us together, regardless of what our governments are doing, regardless of what our faith demands or does not demand, regardless of the way you were brought up, instructed to think or not think, regardless of any external factors that have molded you, this adult reading this right now; practice compassion : the sympathetic consciousness of others' distress with a desire to alleviate it.
We are not perfect. We are not supposed to be. Why then are we trying to be?
- Posted by SusanMarie
- Jan 1, 2013
- 18 Smiles, 7 Comments