Don’t just say it – be it, do it!
- January 22nd, 2010
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We have often come across this saying: “Action speaks louder than words”; but how often do we mean what we say…and be a living example?
I was reminded again of this simple truth, especially in the face of the problems in the world. My spiritual teacher, Adyashanti shared this thought in one of his teachings: “Words are such a small part of what is going on. The Truth can’t be put into words. It’s really something that’s silent and can’t be explained. So, too, within ourselves, that which is very powerful and transformative affects the world in a way that our words can’t. And no matter what our words are, even if we’re saying, ‘Peace, peace, peace, world peace,’ or ‘Feed the hungry, and feed the poor,’ if that war is raging inside of us, with every word of peace, what’s being transmitted is conflict, conflict, conflict. Even though the words don’t say conflict, it is unavoidable. Who we are is what we transmit. This is so important.”
I am certain many of us would like to see positive shifts in the world: the way we treat one another, and not just our family and friends but also people and all living beings in the streets and in the world; and the way we look after Mother Earth and doing our part to use her resources prudently.
It is important to note that conservation of the earth resources are not challenges to be addressed by world leaders only; and that world peace and goodwill among all living beings are someone else’ issue. To make things happen toward the positive it starts within us.
Be aware of the ‘battle’ within us. Take steps now to be at peace with ourselves, and from there, take action towards living with loving-kindness and compassion for all living beings and Mother Nature!
