Beyond Your Personal Relationships

"The 'look of love' not only communicates our feeling of love for someone but also reflects our instinct to do whatever it takes to make that person happy." Willard F. Harley, Jr. 

It's Valentine's day! The cool breeze of love is already blowing but before you get blown away, here's something that you may wish to consider. I know you won't think that what I am about to tell you necessarily applies to you, but you may wish to give it your attention. For those of you that go to work on a daily basis, there is an extension of the love that flows from Valentine's Day. It is that love, compassion, helpfulness, kindness, inspiration and good will towards your colleagues and to your clients. Each person needs to be respected and valued and that is demonstrated every day throughout the year not just at employee appreciation days. This is an on-going flow of thoughtfulness that goes beyond a simple smile or a good morning wish. It is the constant conduct shown through your words and deeds. 

However, just because you have different views than someone else does not mean that they do not deserve love and kindness. 

And, for a moment let's talk about how that care and love goes well beyond your work environment. This same care, respect and thoughtfulness extends as you walk throughout your day. It is embodied by the respect shown for those who are less fortunate; to those who need your strength and support when faced with difficulties confronted in a life by the loss of a loved one; it is an expression of acceptance of others even when you don't agree with how they live their life; it is an outflowing of compassion to serve as a volunteer in situations that call for removing yourself from the confines of having abundance to share with others. 

Each day we all can demonstrate what the true meaning of love is. It doesn't matter whether you are rich or poor, educated or not, where you live whether in a mansion or a tin roofed hut. The capacity to show love sees no bounds; sees no obstacles; and sees no selfishness. It is a love that is expressed even when you don't feel you are capable.

Take a look at the plants. They come together and thrive peacefully in the garden or park. They lean on each other without trying to outdo one another. They serve as a sign that we can see beyond our differences and embrace each other in love while allowing our uniqueness to add color to our world. If plants can live in harmony and show their beauty to the world, we as humans can do much more.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!