Well said, Jeni, and a wise quote. An article on this matter is percolating in my head. None of my sage heroes (save Krishna perhaps, although he pointed out that the true battlefield is inside) involved themselves with the ways of Caesar, knowing that true change only happens inwardly and casting stones only gives the caster bruises, and all revolutions that used violence only created a new system where violence was happily ensconced. Thich Nhat Hahn said that the problem with peace marches is that they are not peaceful. The times we are living in are not easy, for sure, as our society wears its ignorance on its sleeve. Just keep loving and being the example of the world you want. If Frankl could go through the death camps choosing to show love to both guards and prisoners, so can we.
Wow, Jenine! This piece has such a powerful emotional arc. The way you balance so many feelings is impressive—thought-provoking and deeply felt. Thanks for sharing!
Well said, Jeni, and a wise quote. An article on this matter is percolating in my head. None of my sage heroes (save Krishna perhaps, although he pointed out that the true battlefield is inside) involved themselves with the ways of Caesar, knowing that true change only happens inwardly and casting stones only gives the caster bruises, and all revolutions that used violence only created a new system where violence was happily ensconced. Thich Nhat Hahn said that the problem with peace marches is that they are not peaceful. The times we are living in are not easy, for sure, as our society wears its ignorance on its sleeve. Just keep loving and being the example of the world you want. If Frankl could go through the death camps choosing to show love to both guards and prisoners, so can we.
Wow, Jenine! This piece has such a powerful emotional arc. The way you balance so many feelings is impressive—thought-provoking and deeply felt. Thanks for sharing!