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Suffering is difficult and very personal. For several years now I have been a full-time caregiver. I have learned some things worth sharing, however, every situation is uniquely different. In The Book of Joy, I remember reading that the Dalai Lama approaches every situation and person with compassion. Every interaction, whether through the eyes, the voice, the touch, everything from a perspective of joy. Before reading The Book of Joy, I had numerous interactions with Path to Faith, an organization founded by the Nemeh’s with the mission of bringing people closer to God by experiencing His love and…
I was reminded today of the importance of being tactful. There are so many ways to say or do the same thing and we have a choice on how we address every situation. While living in my current home, I have been approached three times with issues. Each time the issue was legitimate and each time was handled very differently. I would like to say that I have never been at the center of an issue, but many times I have been at fault without realizing it. The first time was shortly after I moved in, my yappy yet incredible…
As we prepare for the holidays I take a deep breath and remember it is a special time to spread love, make memories, and be thankful. I have already started to prepare myself for the normal stress of the season. Understanding that things will come up, everything will not be perfect, and yet we can still enjoy the reason for the season. I have come to realize that our purpose can be overshadowed by the quest to over-schedule our lives. Looking back, I have learned to ask our family about their favorite moments. Asking what parts are special and…
I know the plan I am to follow, it’s time to take action. There are excuses that I can allow to block me from my purpose, but I know what is right. It is clear what is expected of me, the question is will I take action? Will I let go of what I want for myself and surrender to Jesus’s plan? If I continue down my intended path, my life will be far richer than if I choose my own path. Despite knowing that, it is difficult to let go of what I desire and continue with…