It’s time we all got back to what really matters and that is on becoming better human beings, for our own sake, for our children’s sake, for future generations and for our planet.

We have become so consumed by what is going on socially and politically, especially in this Country (U.S.A.,) that we have lost sight of who we are as a race! The HUMAN race! We are ALL from the same place – EARTH, even if sometimes the behavior of others may seem “out of this world!”

In my opinion, we need to focus more on what CONNECTS us than what divides us.

You will be surprised to see that there is more in common with each other, more that unites us, than not. Perhaps you have different political views from someone but maybe you share a love of spirituality or a love for the same sports team. Maybe you share a love of cooking or writing, maybe you share a love of ancient history or blogging. Maybe you can relate to someone who has experienced divorce, loss or grief; maybe you have nationality or hobbies in common. Maybe you grew up in the same Country, or city or went to the same school? Maybe you share a commonality of careers or passion for pets.

Whatever it is, there is always something you can look for to try to connect with someone.

We are all connected, whether you believe that yet or not. The key is in learning to look passed the facade and the “masks” we wear to be who society expects us to be or have been conditioned to be based on our upbringing. We have become so complacent being who we have always been, that sometimes, we find it scary to go outside of our comfort zone and explore new own interests or topics that we are not familiar with.

Focus on being a human being and let go of the toxicity and obsession that has been cultivated in our society. Learn to have REAL conversations with people and LISTEN to each other.

If we can’t be kind, respectful and tolerant with each other, on a one-to-one basis, how can we demand it on a greater scale?

Focus on making your own life better without pointing fingers and complaining. Try living life a few weeks aways from the mayhem of television and bad news. You will see that life goes on whether you are engaged or not.

The political arena has always been an up and down rollercoaster, no matter who is leading, (and more like a circus these days) but what matters most, is what we are doing to EACH OTHER!!

The world is a stage – and if we are going to be on that stage, let’s not act the fool!

How are we each making our little corner of the world better, as human beings? This is what we need to ask ourselves each day…not complain and b*tch about life…but actually do something to better it, and ourselves, even if that is the smallest of things, in our own lives.

We need to get back to the things we love to do, be with the people who make us happy and help us to be our best selves. We need to focus on living healthier, happy lives. We hold that power within us and until we don’t learn that and live by that, we will continue to play the blame game and hold resentment, anger, fear and hate – all of which are detrimental for our health and mental wellness.

We need to learn to fill people’s bucket with joy, love, positivity and kindness and not empty it with complaints, criticism and negativity! We don’t need to the world to be perfect around us before we can be kind, respectful, compassionate or at the very least, tolerant of each other.

What we need in life is mutual respect and to get B.A.C.K to the basics!!

Balance – everything in life requires a balance to live in a peaceful state of mind. There will always be good and bad days, love and hate, ups and downs, but learning to find the balance in life is key.

Appreciation – we must learn to appreciate our lives daily and live in gratitude

Common Sense – without this we are lost. It seems lately that society has lost its compass when it comes to critical thinking and common sense. Bring back thinking and reasoning!

Kindness – goes a long way! Treat others as you would like to be treated. It’s really that simple. Be kind!

We must stop being bystanders in life and start actively participating in making our world a better place, and that starts individually with self-love, by becoming better versions of ourselves. We don’t have to wait for a government or others to change. We have the POWER to be happy, to be healthy and to make the changes within our own life. We have the capacity to think beyond our circumstances. We can actually participate in our own unfolding as human beings and not react based on what is happening in the world around us. (Excerpt from Michael Beckwith.)

Stop sleepwalking through life!

We are ALL from this Earth just trying to live out our human experience, with the goal of being as free as possible, hopefully in a world filled with love and peace! Let’s get back to remembering we have more that unites us than separates.

If this message (article) resonates with you, feel free to share and pass it on! – LR

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